exposure to the market. To re-position the hotel in the
local market, a new external identity was achieved through signage and repainting using a solid colour to reflect the mood of the internal atmosphere.
Generally the internal spaces have been boldly rearranged to better interact with the public, connect with the car park and access points. The night club was removed, a clerestory roof light installed with a first floor void to provide a spatial experience for ground and first floor patrons with all the benefits of natural light to the greater floor area created.
Similarly, the former gaming room roof was cut out to provide a generous courtyard to the new bistro which now enjoys natural light and al fresco dining.
All areas have been refurbished and decorated generally along the theme of a modern-traditional look with an emphasis on warm timber finishes, enhanced by classical joinery detailing and black ironwork. A warm palette of colours is carried through the materials and furniture to create a ‘fuzzy’ hospitality feel.
Clear attempts have been made to provide external courtyards, enabling natural light to infiltrate those abutting areas for a pleasant ambiance and accordingly a reduction in the reliance of artificial light/energy. New efficient air conditioning systems, hot water, and refrigeration equipment have been installed together with new rated appliances to reduce energy consumption. |