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WIN Awards 2016 - Cafés Category: SHUGAA by party/space/design Co., Ltd (Thailand) The interior concept for Shugaa is based on study of sugar in its basic molecular and crystal form. From the outside looking through the wall of glass, there is polygonal installation hanging around the front, inspired by sugar crystals. Wood material has also been used in the design together with a colour palette of mint green to make it feel warm and earthy. The designer team has added a dash of modern and luxury by using rose gold elements and a marble counter bar.‘From the design concept through to execution they have the designers have looked at all the aspects; the logo, the furniture the lighting, and you can see how they have carefully chosen the submitted compositions to really highlight all these details. A really lovely, bright, open, colourful space.’ GS‘Very playful.’ DA
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WIN Awards 2016 - Bars Category: Cocktail Kitchen by Anarchitect (United Arab Emirates)Designed by UAE based practice Anarchitect, architects Jonathan Ashmore and Tarik Zaharna created a sequence of spaces over 500 sq. m that maximize social interaction as part of the overall experience. It was important to create a journey and narrative embedded in the project that continually intrigues and invites guests back to engage and enjoy these experiences in a relaxed and beautifully crafted environment.‘The architects have used some very novel materials – we liked the use of timber floor and exclusive stone.’ MA‘There are some really beautiful moments in this project.’ CN
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WIN Awards 2016 - Bars Category: Pink Moon Saloon by Sans-Arc Studio (Australia)The client’s brief was to integrate a narrative of campfire cooking and a childlike nostalgia for nature with a bar and kitchen, in a narrow alleyway in the CBD of Adelaide. The design process centred on exploring the typology of the wilderness hut, creating a moment of warmth and respite. Huts are traditionally located in remote areas and in geographically unique places, meaning construction materials must be sourced from the immediate locality. The intention with Pink Moon Saloon was to create a specific identity and vernacular style by designing and building in the way a hut is traditionally constructed; with an intimate knowledge of its context and climate.‘An excellent solution to a difficult space and is really special in its simplicity’.CN ‘Predominantly clever in its approach to ‘place making’. We felt there is purity to both the exterior and interior…architecturally it is exquisite.’ JT ‘An excellent architectural proposal.’ MA ‘The building demonstrates a great touch of genius - to use a small alleyway as a bar, including an open outside area. The interiors are both cosy and comfortable.’ PJ
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WIN Awards 2016 - Bars Category: Pulitzer’s Bar by Jacu Strauss (Netherlands)The design brief was to make the space more usable whilst still maintaining the atmosphere; a sensitive renovation without changing the service it was known for with the neighbours, and to create a new interior that was much more suitable for the history of the 16th century building. With sensitive restoration it has become a classic hotel bar with a modern twist with service levels expected from a 5 star hotel. ‘All of us absolutely loved this in terms of its form and material palette selection – exquisitely designed and executed.’ JT ‘The Pulitzer’s Bar is, to my mind, how a bar should look. It looks like it has been there for ages, although it appears fresh and modern. It has definitely more than a hint of traditional Amsterdam, including art movies, but Jacu Strauss successfully created an eclectic atmosphere, playing with a dark-light mood, which is elegant and relaxed at the same time…and very harmonious.’ PJ
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WIN Awards 2016 - Bars Category: Remedy Bar by Meyer Davis Studio Inc. (United States of America) Located in a luxury resort in Vail, the design team employed a rich narrative by meshing the inspirations of an apothecary with the materiality of a ski lodge. This renovation transformed a classic lobby lounge into a bustling social lobby bar. The square bar is made of zinc lined with leather, creating a shiny centerpiece that now invites the eye to travel through the floor to ceiling windows to the views of Vail mountain. Tables of walnut are interspersed with industrial elements and stone, creating an eclectic atmosphere that is still clean and modern. Energized by floor-to-ceiling mountain views, more additional lounge-like living rooms finger off both ends of the main bar allowing for intimate socializing. A medley of furnishings – modern, industrial and cabin chic – cohesively appeal to the cosy Vail Valley venue.‘Exquisitely detailed and designed in terms of responding to the architecture of the building and the principal elevations. We had nothing bad to say about this bar…we were extremely impressed with every detail of the design.’ JT
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WIN Awards 2016 - Bars Category: Dead Ringer by TomMarkHenry (Australia) The strongest message that came through in the client brief was there was to be strictly no theme, and they did not want to be a carbon copy of something that has been done before. This was ironic given the name they had settled on for the venue; ‘Dead Ringer’ being a person or thing that looks very like another. As designers this was challenging, as there was little direction and no other venue they aspired towards in terms of aesthetics. What we took from this was their tongue in cheek attitude, and added elements of surprise to the interiors to play up to this.‘This project is very ‘on trend’ and a clever solution for the space they had to work with. Given what we know of their budget limitations, they did very well. An interesting approach to selecting their light fittings, it’s a simple, elegant space. Tonally the palette works really well, and architecturally there are some really nice moments, overall a lovely project.’ CN‘A very simple, sophisticated room.’ MA‘Simple and beautiful.’ LG
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WIN Awards 2016 - Bars Category: Prohibition by Studio Munge (Canada) Located within the legendary Rosewood Hotel Georgia in downtown Vancouver, Prohibition has been one of the city’s most anticipated venues in recent months. The 3200 sq. ft venue opened its doors in February 2015, and is a play on the prohibition-era speakeasies that came into prominence during the Roaring Twenties. Designed by Studio Munge, Prohibition reflects the subtlety of a traditional speakeasy while incorporating rich jewel tones and sleek finishes to create an intimate and sophisticated ambiance.‘The design by Studio Munge is a very clever solution for a challenging space. We liked the luxurious colour palette, which works particularly well in a basement setting.’ MA
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WIN Awards 2016 - Bars Category: A’DAM&Co by TANK (Netherlands) ADAM&Co aspires to become THE members club for creative or open-minded people. The brief was to create a concept that is built around all members being part of a whole. Create a place where one can discover, create, make mistakes, be inspired, and make friends... Or simply grow. It should feel really unique, prestigious and special. TANK has created a grand gesture that embraces all members as a whole; all their ideas, inspiration, creatures, thoughts, initiatives & moods. There’s a place for every member on every moment of the day Shaped like an overwhelming, abstracted Tree of Life that gives you shelter and refers to intimacy, grounding and play.‘The ceiling is very intelligent in terms of unifying all of the circular space and we enjoyed the sophisticated mix of textures and materials.’ MA
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WIN Awards 2016 - Bars Category: The Lighterman by Open House London (United Kingdom)The Lighterman is a 10,200 sq. ft brand new pub, dining room and bar located on Granary Square, King’s Cross. The venue opened in March 2016 and offers three floors of all-day dining and drinking, with outside seating on Regent’s Canal towpath, Granary Square and a wraparound terrace at first floor level, commanding superb views over King’s Cross.The owners wanted to create a series of distinctive warm and inviting spaces for the local and diverse demographic, ranging from the casual creative art student to the more formal corporate and professional customer.‘An elegant and yet relaxed space.’ LG ‘The designers have overcome the challenge of creating warmth in an open plan space with the use of lighting and materials.’ MA
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WIN Awards 2016 - Hotels Category: Casa Ellul by Chris Briffa Architects (Malta)In 2010, two brothers asked for ideas to develop their inheritance: a dilapidated townhouse passed across five generations, facing the most iconic Valletta church. At the time, Valletta was an office-based rental market, when we suggested a boutique hotel, they were sceptical. With only a handful of lunch-based restaurants and a few rickety hotels in town, hospitality seemed risky. We proposed minimal alterations to the original structure to preserve the authenticity of the house, in contrast with contemporary spaces in the courtyard, bathrooms and rooftop additions. Each suite would be altogether different from the other, with guests feeling like they were staying in a Maltese home rather than a hotel – an experience reinforced by the scale of the property. ‘An intimate hotel with 8 suites only. Wonderfully integrated in an old building in Malta, with very cool, modern and architectural elements, but also using traditional tiles. Casa Ellul is light, bright and elegant, but still it is somehow cosy!’ PJ
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WIN Awards 2016 - Hotels Category: Puro Hotel by OHLAB (Spain)Puro is an iconic 22 room boutique hotel located in the heart of La Lonja, in the historical center of Palma. Adapting itself to the different existing buildings, the hotel has an irregular configuration. The refurbishment project by OHLAB takes advantage of that complexity as a potential tool to generate unexpected and unique spaces where each room is different from each other. The project solves every room with individualized and unique layouts and solutions. The selection of natural and local materials emphasizing the Mediterranean essence has been very important.‘Small in scale, this is a contemporary design hotel within an 18th century palace in the old town of Palma de Mallorca. The team at OHLAB have managed to magnificently plan a rather difficult series of existing spaces with refreshing variety whilst pursuing design distinction in all aspects of the bespoke interior details. The resulting palette of natural material choices, soft neutral colours and innovative details is simplistic and effective in equal measure… a most deserved inclusion on the hotels shortlist.’ JT‘Pure, Poetic, Powerful….a great conversation reduced to the max, but not just cool architecture – simple interior details and great craftsmanship create a luxury hotel like a monastery!’ PJ
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WIN Awards 2016 - Hotels Category: Senato Hotel by Alessandro bianchi architetto (Italy)Before restoration it was an early twentieth century palace intended for apartments and offices. The project was intended to transform it into a sober, elegant boutique hotel with a decidedly Milanese character. A hotel open to an international art loving heterogeneous clientele looking for a recognizable and welcoming place.‘At Senato Hotel, guests step into an elegant setting with an art nouveau history beautifully married to a contemporary refined minimalism. The elegant design details stream consistently throughout the project while the golden gingko leaf prevails as a hotel symbol.’ LG
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WIN Awards 2016 - Hotels Category: The Apple Hotel by *noa – network of architecture (Italy)It is all about the apple in the ‘Apfelhotel Torgglerhof’ in Saltaus in the Passiria Valley in Northern Italy. The agricultural farm and the hotel extend on 3 buildings and form the farm ensemble – surrounded by numerous apple trees and nature. For noa* network of architecture the starting point and key element of the design was the circle of the apple throughout the year: bloom, harvest, refinement and repose period.‘The Apple Hotel dared to be different – and it’s charming. The muted palette of textures and tones relates strongly to the sustainable and organic undertones. We loved the contemporary takes on traditional elements throughout the design and we came away feeling refreshed to see a departure from the rustic, industrial and mid-century vibes which have dominated the market for the last few years.’ CN
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WIN Awards 2016 - Hotels Category: The Laslett by Waldo Works (United Kingdom) Occupying five Victorian mansions on Pembridge Gardens, the Laslett celebrates the characterful and eclectic cultural heritage of Notting Hill. With 51 bedrooms and ground floor café, bar, bookshop and pop-up space, it has all the comforts of a friend’s townhouse with the feeling of being connected to the community. Just off the top end of Portobello road, The Laslett is a hub for visitors who want the residential experience and for locals who want a local. It’s not a chain, it’s not a hotel, it’s somewhere to stay, participate and leave with a memory of the place. The Laslett sets to reinstate the roots of the Notting Hill experience, recognising the vibrant social scene, multicultural community and creative dynamism.‘A beautiful, elegant and sophisticated hotel that celebrates the heritage of the Victorian buildings it occupies. The bedrooms and public spaces are all delightful; I would love to stay here.’ CN
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WIN Awards 2016 - Hotels Category: The Old Clare Hotel by Tonkin Zulaikha Greer (Australia)The hotel was designed around the inspirational Unlisted Collection brief that was not too specific and with the capacity to evolve. An important part of the brief was to produce something that Sydney didn’t have, appealing to customers with a sense of adventure, people who seek out originality to their comfort, fabulous food, unusual views. This lead to a series of restaurants, roof top swimming pool and plenty of variety in the 62 rooms and suites.‘The Old Clare Hotel is designed with taste and style; it appears to boast a perfect balance of contemporary chic with honest, historical charm. We loved the re-use of the existing materials wherever it was possible to do so and the balance of vintage joinery with clean stylish light fittings and equipment gives a homely charm, but provides all of the comforts of the modern world.’ CN
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WIN Awards 2016 - Hotels Category: Belmond Eagle Island Lodge by The Gallery HBA (Botswana)Perched on a private island encircled by the Okavango Delta, the redesign of Belmond Eagle Island Lodge was completed 1 November 2015 with the brief of reaffirming its reputation as the ultimate Botswana safari destination. Interior designer The Gallery HBA translated the inspiring surrounds into a journey of discovery, with each area revealing interpretations of the natural world through features, materials and patinas that convey the spirit of adventure and inspire memories.‘As one of the most beautiful places in Botswana, this fantastic getaway has an architecture that melds respectfully into its surroundings. Thoughtful, warm and graced by beautiful details in carefully selected materials, Belmond Eagle Island Lodge is a place to truly experience. Traditional craftsmanship and contemporary design are combined to produce an atmosphere that is beyond the expected as well as sustainable.’ LG‘One of my favourite projects as it is a luxury hotel within the atmosphere of a scientist camp with tents in the pure nature of Africa. Details seem to be basic and from former times, but they are modern luxury. Not too shiny, very sympathetic design.’ PJ
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WIN Awards 2016 - Hotels Category: The Hoxton Amsterdam by Nicemakers (Netherlands)The Hoxton is a young and innovative small hotel group from London. The formula is simple: local and high quality design, good food and a lively atmosphere at affordable prices. With each new project a local team is appointed to ensure that the local city character is captured. To make sure the project is given the right energy and that the right balance between public spaces and hotel rooms is achieved, the interior designers were involved at an early stage. Without a standard set of requirements, the designers had creative freedom, with the only objective to ensure a homely feeling throughout. This maintained the essence of The Hoxton identity while offering a true taste of local culture.‘An adaptive re-use, sympathetically and innovatively designed by the team at Nicemakers. Created by connecting five 17th century canal houses, the design team showed great talent in blending the historic elements of building and a measurable sense of place and flair in modernising the interior design. The event and meeting space, whilst unpretentious, is truly inspired...this hotel will further increase the growing Hoxton fan base and is a worthy inclusion on the Hotels shortlist.’ JT
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Showcase of Excellence in Green Building at the Reford Gardens
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