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THE JAMES NEW YORK

Test User • 02.03.2010 • HOTELS • LEAVE A COMMENT

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THE JAMES NEW YORK, A Modern Vision of Classic Hospitality, to OPEN IN SOHO Summer 2010

Summer 2010 brings the recent addition of one of Chicago’s most loved hotels, The James, to New York City. Located on the SW corner of Grand and Thompson – The James NYC will offer 114 guestrooms with unobstructed views of Manhattan. Designed by the Office for Design and Architecture (ODA) in collaboration with Perkins Eastman and The James Design team, The James NYC will feature an urban garden, and a stunning rooftop pool deck and bar, complete with 360-degree views of the Manhattan skyline.

In homage to the creative neighborhood it calls home, The James New York will feature a mix of local artists, both prominent and up-and-coming. This program is reflective of the brand’s commitment to the arts and is an extension of its sister property’s extensive cultural partnerships in Chicago.

Here is the first OFFICIAL rendering of what new landmark will be occupying Grand and Thompson…once summer arrives!

THE CROSBY STREET HOTEL

Test User • 01.06.2010 • HOTELS • 1 COMMENT

Firmdale Hotels, the London boutique hotel group, recently opened their first American venture – The Crosby Street Hotel located in New York. Privately owned by Tim and Kit Kemp (a husband a wife team) – their other hotels include London’s established The Soho Hotel, Covent Garden Hotel, Charlotte Street Hotel, Haymarket Hotel in London’s West End, and the Knightsbridge Hotel.

With 86 individually designed bedrooms and suites over 11 floors, each room has been designed by Kit Kemp – and features floor-to-ceiling windows. The interior reflects Kemps individual style aesthetic - characterized by a fresh, contemporary and sometimes quirky look. Crosby Street Hotel will bring Firmdale’s famous luxurious European style and long standing reputation for world class personal service to SoHo.

More images of the interior/exterior below…

COLONY PALMS HOTEL - PALM SPRINGS, CA.

Test User • 12.08.2009 • HOTELS • 1 COMMENT

Originally built in 1963, the Spanish-style Colony Palms hotel was once known as a speakeasy and gambling house - frequented by Humphrey Bogart, Marilyn Monroe and Clark Gable. Essentially, a Hollywood haven.

Today, the hotel remains a favorite for those seeking a dessert get-away. Offering top-tier amenities through their luxury Moroccan themed spa services and delicious culinary creations from their on-site poolside restaurant The Purple Palm. This 57 room boutique hotel continues to reinvent itself in the hospitality industry and remains Hollywood’s home away from home.

More images below…

CUSTOM HOTEL - LOS ANGELES, CA

Test User • 11.25.2009 • HOTELS • 1 COMMENT

Custom Hotel, located at 8693 Lincoln Blvd in Los Angeles opened its doors in October 2007. A 250-room design driven hotel conisting of 12 floors, the premise was origianlly designed by Welton Beckett, but has since gone through an extensive renovation which has transformed the tower into a contemporary space - complete with an outdoor pool deck. With an interesting design aesthetic (think contemporary boutique) - this near LAX hotel has the personalized touch for a welcoming stay, yet simultaneously manages to incorporate all the amenities needed to crunch numbers and sign the deal.

Check it out…

HOTEL SAINT CECILIA - AUSTIN, TX

Test User • 11.12.2009 • HOTELS • 1 COMMENT

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Located in Austin, TX, Hotel Saint Cecilia was conceived by Liz Lambert – the visionary hotelier, who was the brainchild behind the already established Hotel San José. Her next project consisted of opening a sister hotel to San José‘s established presence – and thus Hotel Saint Cecilia opened its doors in December 2008. With inspiration from the historical musical scene – this hotel draws its inspiration from the writers, musicians and artists of the 1960’s and 1970’s. Retro, glamorous rock-n-roll vibes create an ambience unique to Hotel Saint Cecilia’s private haven. Both eclectic and elegant, the Saint Cecilia has just 14 striking units scattered between the estate of a historic 1880 Victorian and modern bungalows.

A tour through this unique hotel below…

INSIDE…THE COOPER SQUARE HOTEL

Test User • 11.03.2009 • HOTELS • LEAVE A COMMENT

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Favorite hotel. Hands down - and this is only because I had the pleasure to stay at the Cooper Square Hotel a bunch of times. From their unconventional lobby (there really isn’t one) to their swift check in process (how did they even know I had even arrived…?) - everything about this Cooper Square (Bowery) hotel is unique. My favorite? The fruit platter and assortment of vintage magazines left on your bed upon arrival.

INSIDE…GILD HALL

Test User • 11.02.2009 • HOTELS • 2 COMMENTS

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Gild Hall, located on Gold Street in NYC’s Financial District was designed by famed Jim Walrod of Murphy and Dine, and features a bi-level private library lounge and bar, The Libertine - the hotel’s English tavern restaurant and a total of 126 luxe rooms. With uniforms designed by Steven Allen (think British prep school aesthetic) and photographs by Slim Aarons, the Gild Hall bring a nostalgic charm to an area coveted for number crunching - not luxury.

MEET…ACE HOTEL FOUNDER ALEX CALDERWOOD

Test User • 10.29.2009 • HOTELS • 3 COMMENTS

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ICON. INSPIRATION. ENTREPRENEUR. INFLUENCE. Alex Calderwood made his vision come to life - a vision characterized by the need to bridge the gap between the service found in luxury hotels and a room rate that won’t break the bank. And BAM - The Ace Hotel concept was born. With 4 locations in the US (and subsequent plans to expand) - Calderwood’s vision has taken him from a young guy with a vision to a global influential tastemaker.

My chat with Mr. Calderwood - below…

INSIDE THE DRAKE HOTEL - TORONTO, CANADA

Test User • 10.13.2009 • HOTELS • LEAVE A COMMENT

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I never really had the chance to explore the interior of The Drake Hotel, located at 1150 Queen Street West in downtown Toronto. While they are noted as a “Hot Bed For Culture” - it’s their established mark as a cultural, entertainment and hospitality landmark that has made their location a desired international destination. From their “General Store” to their Hotel Suites - I have all the images below…

MAMA SHELTER - PARIS

Test User • 07.25.2009 • HOTELS • 1 COMMENT

Self described as a motley crew of owners and founders, including the co-founders of Club Med, activist Roland Castro, a French philosopher and more, Mama Shelter was transformed from its previous life as a parking garage, and the rest was left up to interior designer Philippe Starck to create a space for the adventurous traveller. Nestled way out in the 20th arrondissement (and a few minutes walk from the nearest Metro stop), Mama Shelter mixes affordable and luxury yet provides a luxury getaway that definitely doesn’t fail to impress. Pics below.

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