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In both, dark American walnut panelling extends
from floor-to-ceiling creating a rich backdrop
lounging on the bespoke sofas are at the perfect
height to watch the sun set over the park.
for the sumptuous Zimmer & Rohde teal velvet
seating whilst modern and humorous objet d’art
fill cabinetry recesses and give the spaces a high-
end yet comfortably residential feel.
Positioned near to the in-built desk in the
The size, views and bespoke design cumulate
to produce the hotel’s most luxurious
accommodation. The suite can be extended
by the addition of up to two of adjoining
guestrooms.
Lancaster Suite, mid-Century Vitra tan leather
chairs encircle a Knoll glass and metal table,
illuminated by a Raimond light from Moooi. This
arrangement creates a debonair office space
within the sizeable living area. In the bedroom, a
textured grey Holly Hunt fabric headboard with
lacquered metal detailing adds further elegance,
whilst panelled mirrors behind the headboard
reflect the phenomenal panorama visible
GUESTROOM CORRIDORS
Design is used thoughtfully to support the guest
experience in the bedroom corridors of this large
and busy hotel. Doors are grouped together in
sets of four, with one pair facing another. Both
the doors and the in-fill panels around them are
finished in light oak, in contrast to the darker wall
coverings between the sets. By highly
through the glazed surround of the walls.
The Royal Suite is the larger of the two and is
equally as highly appointed and plush. A mirror
lines the wall next to the glass topped, oblong
dining table, making the vast area appear even
larger and reflecting the panorama. The slight
elevation of the living area means that guests
illuminating these areas, and creating subtle
changes in the carpet design, the rooms are
signposted as pause points, whilst the rest of
the corridor remains darker, subconsciously
encouraging people to talk more quietly and
with precise spotlighting singling out the
bespoke artwork pieces . On the upper floors,
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the corridors feature much higher ceilings and
are clad in dark American oak, adding a sense
of grandeur appropriate to the suites on these
levels.
Lift cars and lobbies have been replaced and
upgraded to correspond with the redesigned
guestrooms, and a fifth lift has also been installed
to better deal with the influx of conference
guests during the hotel’s busy seasons.
“The refurbishment of the Royal Lancaster has
been our ultimate project as it has allowed us
to use our broad mix of skills to lead the hotel
through rebranding, brand identity design,
architecture and interior design. The owner
has been bold and financially committed and,
by embracing a holistic approach, has enabled
us to create a cohesive and believable story
throughout the hotel. The icing on the cake for
me has been that high-end mid- 20th Century
design is my personal favourite, so the work
been a real joy.”
David Morris, Creative Director, Studio Proof