Hotel Lao Studio V Project Booklet

ALISON SPEER

FINAL DESIGN BOOKLET

Lao THE

HOTEL & SPA

STUDIO V

TA BLE OF C ONT ENT S

02

Re s e arch

02

Qingdao, China

04

Historical Timeline

06 08 12

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D es ig n D e vel opment Level 01 Plan

Boutique Hotel Research

41 42 44

Precedent Studies

46

Level 02 Plan

Stakeholders

48

Level 03 Plan

The Spa The Lily Restaurant

49 Lao Entry 50 Lobby 52 Level 04 Plan

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53

54 Levels 05-07 Plan 55 Standard Guestroom

Pre -D e s i g n

14

Hotel Site & Location

16

Hotel Goals “The Why”

18

Concept

20

Programming

28

Fit & Feel

30

Blocking Sections

32

Bubble Flows

34

Lobby/ Level 04 Section

56 King Suite 58 Level 08 Plan 59 Outdoor Lounge

60

App end ix

A0-A5

Reading Notes

A6

Qingdao Culture Notes

Blocking Diagrams

A7

Location Research Notes

36

Site Sections

A8-A10

Code Studies

38

Overall Zoning Diagram

A11

Savoring Prompt

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AN INFLUENCED HISTORY The area of which Qingdao is located today was called Jiao’ao when it was administered by the Qing Dynasty. In 1897, Germany was granted a 99 year lease on the area.

World War II resulted in Japan invading Qingdao, until 1922. Under China’s open-door policy to foreign trade and investment, Qingdao became a powerful naval and port city. The 2008 Summer Olympics brought tourism to Qingdao, which remains a key economy today.

QINGDAO,

CHINA WORLD FAMOUS ATTRACTIONS As a result of German occupation, breweries, specifically the Tsingtao Brewery became extremely popular. Festivals surrounding the brewing industry in Qingdao occur annually, and Tsingtao beer is known as the most popular beer in all of China. Spread throughout the world, the beer is celebrated internationally, making a trip to visit the famous and historic brewery a huge draw to the city.

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TAOIST PRACTICES “Tao” meaning “way” or “path” A philosophical or religious tradition of Chinese origin which emphasises living in harmony with the Dao. The Dao is a fundamental idea in most Chinese philosophical schools

Qingdao,China

Laoshan (National Forest Park of Qingdao) is known as one of the birthplaces of Taoism

RESEARCH

At the peak of Taoist worship, Mount Lao was home to about 1000 monks and nuns.

A UNIQUE CHINESE DESTINATION Known as “China’s most livable city”, Qingdao is an escape from the extreme pollution of many chinese cities. Being on the coast gives the city a breath of fresh air, and many chinese people vacation in Qingdao for this reason. Along with the mild, warm climate, the city draws in international tourists to experience a “German China”. The influence of Germany created a european city unlike other Chinese cities. The province also offers nature preserves, sailing and beaches along with the famous Tshingtao Beer and Brewery.

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H ISTORICAL T I M ELI NE 04

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Qingdao,China

• Use hotel to celebrate German influences as a part of Qingdao history through modern and european design features that stand out against Chinese design.

• Implement universal design for all travelers both Chinese and international.

• Provide views to key city landmarks from whichever hotel site is chosen.

RESEARCH

DESIGN IMPLICATIONS

B OU TIQUE HOT ELS HOTEL INDIGO, LOS ANGELES

• 4 star hotel • #31 best Los Angeles Hotels • Hotel ammenities include private bars, rooftop lounge, restaurant, luxury finishes and antique goods, prime location to Staples center and shopping, personalized customer service.

Design Implications in The Lao:

Focusing on unique finishes that are high end will create a richer aesthetic adding to the custom boutique hotel experience.

HOTEL ZEPPELIN, SAN FRANCISCO

• 4 Star hotel • 196 rooms • Located in the heart of San Francisco, Hotel Zeppeling offers a retro rock and roll vibe to guests, with custom ammenities like bike rentals, arcade rooms and personalized virtual services in each guestroom.

Design Implications in The Lao:

Including unique ammenities and spaces that are beyond the typical hotel program such as specialty bars, restaurants and lounge spaces with personalized service.

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WHAT IS A B OU T IQUE HOT E L ? " Tr u e to it s name, hotel s w ith a bit of st y l e , d e sig n and p e rs onalit y beg an g aining p opul ar it y, " -JASON MO SKAL

A Boutique Hotel is a small and intimate hotel, helt in a stylish design decor with a personal note. It has a unique character and distinguishes itself from other hotel brands.

CHARACTERIZED BY: • Size: Small and compact with 10 to 100 rooms, with sense of intimacy and privacy • Individuality: Has to be unique with a personality

RESEARCH

• Design: Architecture and interior design are unique and upscale. Décor, aesthetics and attention to detail, often a theme are typical for a boutique hotel.

• Character: Has an independent spirit. Fun and funky, trendy and offbeat.

• Location: Usually located in the most hip and fashionable urban areas. In trendy, lively, up-and-coming places or in high-end residential neighborhoods.

• Culture: True to their heritage they celebrate the local flavor.

• Service: Exceptional and highly personalized service is crucial for boutique hotels.

• Gastronomy: Hip, trendy and locally-sourced. High quality, authentic cuisine • Clientele: Is individual and hip as the hotels themselves. From Baby-Boomers to Millennials.

https://www.xotels.com/en/glossary/boutique-hotel

Hospitality & Hotels

g lob a l v ice president of t he Hotel Indigo and EVEN Hotels brands

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PRE CE DE NT ST UDI ES Aman Resorts, Amanyangyun Size: 24 Suites, 4 Private Pavilions, 5 Villas, Spa and Fitness, 5 Dining Venues, Reception Completed: 2009 Location: Shangai, China

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APPLICATION IN THE LAO HOTEL:

While celebrating the past, the spa also offers the finest modern, diagnostic and treatments tools.

The treatments, journeys and rituals on offer draw inspiration from the origins of the resort, its proximity to Shanghai, and the traditional healing practices of China. Also using chinese healing pracrices, the Lao will integrate treatment rooms to promote these techniques.

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A 2,840-square-metre Spa & Wellness Centre features two swimming pools, a Russian Banya Spa House and a Moroccan Hammam Spa House. This applies to the inclusion of large pool spa in my hotel, as well as the simplicity of form of the pools and supporting spaces.

Precedent Studies

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On-site pilates studio promotes wellness and community within guests. Views to the exterior bring nature in and cultivate healing and breath in the airy space. Located on the first floor fitness center of The Lao, guests will have access to this energizing and healing environment.

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RESEARCH

angyun is the culmination of an ambitious rchitectural and ecological conservation that urn created unimaginable new beginnings.

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All the decoration, services, and people themselves, so that eve meaning of existence in their

The Lalu Hotel Size: 160 Rooms Architect: Kerry Hill, Austrailian Location: Qingdao, China

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Precedent Studies

The lobby exhibits a good use of natural lighting from the large curtain wall windows. The Lao will also aim to utlize the large facade windows to bring in natural lighting, while also providing shades for added user control.

RESEARCH

d beauty exist for the eryone can find the own small universe.

APPLICATION IN THE LAO HOTEL:

All suites have private balconies with views to the sea, similiar to guestrooms and suites at The Lao. The use of screening the windows is unique and adds visual interest to the space.

Applying this to my hotel, designing window treatments beyond simple shades will add to the luxury look of each guestroom and suite.

PR EC EDENT ST U DI E S

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STA KE HOLDER S

HOTEL OWNER/ BRAND

The Lao Hotel and Spa requires exquisite service to guests in order to cultivate a luxurious and effortless stay. The hotel owner is creating the brand that will define this unique getaway experience. The brand is defined by the owner and will be exemplified through the fine details of the hotel. Guests coming from all over will be encapsulated in this brand, and will leave feeling rejuvenated and nostalgia of the cultural experience.

The local boutique hotel will be a unique, one of kind hotel that will define its’ own branding. The owner will oversee this single hotel and its’ construction.

This is the designer’s client for the hotel. The owner will be the decision maker in the design and construction process.

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GUESTS

Staff will be mainly local Qingdao citizens, but also will include international citizens looking for work in the Qingdao hospitality industry.

Primarily Chinese citizens as well as international travelers seeking a retreat vacation on the East Chinese Coast.

Staff must be knowledgable of international language, and be personable, willing to assist all guests with ease.

RESEARCH

Stakeholders

HOTEL STAFF

Mainly target Chinese tourists because of the draw to a coastal town will less pollution as well as European influence, unlike other Chinese cities and destinations.

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L O C AT ION

China

Remote destination away from bustling city center, while still within 1 hour from the city.

Immerse into nature and escape the city pollution and noise; the hotel is the only place to stay in the National Park making ammenities all inclusive to the hotel. There are no neighboring buildings.

Visit the multitude of ancient Taoist Temples and heritage sites that remain at the heart of Laoshan National Forest Park.

Breathtaking iews of both the ocean coastline and the city of Qingdao.

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Laoshan National Forest Park

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QINGDAO, CHINA

THE

MAIN ENTRY

Qingdao, China SHANGDONG PROVINCE

EMPLOYEE ENTRY

Lao

LOADING DOCK

THE

HOTEL & SPA

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PREDESIGN

Site & Location

HOTEL & SPA

1 3 2 Cultivate a social, rejuvenating and personalized guest experience through use of rich and textural finishes, and high end feel spaces that encourage human interaction and awe.

Utilize views to the National Forest Park to encourage guests to connect with nature, as well as adding biophilic design to further integrate guests into rejuvenation.

HOTE L G OALS

Encourage sustainability through energy efficient equipment as well as utilization of daylighting throughout all spaces.

Sustainable finishes will be responsibly specified and promoted throughout the hotel.

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Promote a positive company culture for employees by providing direct pathways and circulation for all service needs.

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THE “WH Y ”

PREDESIGN

Hotel Goals

As tourism continues to grow in the Laoshan region of Qingdao, China, there is a rising need for hotels and ammenities for travelers. Being so close to the city center, Laoshan is both a day trip and a destination. The national forest park offers trails and adventures for those seeking nature, as well as ancient Taoist Temples for exploring as well as religious endeavors. Coined “China’s most liveable city”, Qingdao’s local population is growing, which is pushing expansion near the National Forest Park. Taking advantage of early development, The Lao Hotel and Spa will provide travelers a unique luxury experience away from the city, while still being easily accessible.

1 HOUR FROM QINGDAO CITY CENTER

ACCESS TO NATIONAL FOREST PARK (OUTDOOR ADVENTURE + SIGHTSEEING)

TAOIST TEMPLES: IMMERSE IN ANCIENT CULTURE AND RELIGIOUS JOURNEYS

FRESH OCEAN AIR LESSENS EXPOSURE TO POLLUTION AND CITY CHAOS

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C ONC E P T

Encapsulated by the natural beauty of the Laoshan National Forest Park in Qingdao, China, The Lao Hotel and Spa will be a luxurious escape from fast pacec city life and pollution. The concept of escapism cultivates the hotel’s goals and brand to be a relaxing and memorable getaway resort experience that provides an escape from reality that guests will crave after departing. Biophilia and natural materials will create lush interior spaces that connect the guest to the nature away from city life. Each space’s design is intended to create intimate moments for guests to reconnect with each other and disconnect from the stressors of life outside the hotel. Creating moments for the mind to be imaginative allows guests to re-energize and center themselves. Escaping both the city of Qingdao along with people’s daily routines, The Lao Hotel l will serve as a breath of fresh air to all guests seeking a slowed pace where human connection is at the forefront of the design intent. Connect with people, connect with nature, and escape routines and stressors of everyday life; this is the motive.

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habitual diversion of the mind to purely imaginative activity or entertainment as an escape from reality or routine

SCAP 18

PISM 19 PREDESIGN

Concept

PRO GR AMM I NG qty.

room.

1

Spa Entry

Level 01 - SPA

furniture.

lighting.

Check in for services, concierge for pool

sq. meters

other.

Reception desk, task chair, 30-50 FC retail shelving/display pendants, cove lighting, LED recessed cans Restroom/ Lockers Restroom use, showers Benches, lockers, hooks, 50-70 FC (1 Male, 1 Female) and lockers for pool and cabinets for robe and LED recessed cans, spa services towel storage wall sconces

65

Provide security locks on main doors for at night

66

Adjacent to treatment waiting area and pool access

1

Treatment Waiting Lounge for waiting Lounge and relaxing pre/post treatment, beverages provided at mini bar

Chaise lounges, chairs, small side tables

20-30 FC (dimmable) Cove lighting, LED recessed pendants

55

Provide acoustic control

9

Treatment Rooms Provide spa services

Massage table, moveable stool for provider, cabinetry

20-50 FC (dimmable) LED recessed cans, cove lighting, under cabinet lighting 50-70 FC LED troffers

19 (x9) =171

Need for cleanable surfaces, blackout shades on windows

10 (x2) =20

ACT Ceiling tile

1

Level 01 - EVENING LOUNGE

uses.

2

Storage

Back of House needs

Shelving

1

Spa Pool

Pool, hottub, saunas, steamrooms, lounge

Chaise Lounges, benches

1

1

1 2

Dance Floor/Stage Entertainment, dancing

Bar

Provide beverages (no food)

Restrooms Restroom Use (1 Male, 1 Female) Sitting Niches

More private/ intimate seating space

Built in stage

Custom bar, stools

Vanity stools/chairs Booth/benching and tables

30-50 FC LED cove lighting, Recessed spotlights 20-60 FC (varies) LED recessed cans, spotlights, lighting panel for stage 30-50 FC LED recessed cans, pendant lighting, LED strip lighting in bar 40-60 FC LED recessed cans, wall sconces 10-30 FC (dimmable) Colored LED cove lighting and strips

351

728

Daylighting requires shades, wet surface materials, cleanable surfaces

80

Non slip flooring, acoustic panels and stage sound mitigation

61

Ample circulation space around bar and egress

62

Provide space for people waiting

23 (x2) =46

Dark finishes and rich coloring to create ambiance 20

249

1

Tea Cafe

1

1 1 1 1 1

uses.

furniture.

lighting.

Casual dining, grab and Built in bar, stools, cafe 50-70 FC go with dine in option tables and seating, booths LED recessed cans, pendants, chandeliers, wall sconces, underbar LED strip lighting Main Restaurant Formal dine in service, Varied seating and table 40-60 FC open bar, indoor/ options, booth seating, LED recessed outdoor seating waiting benches, host cans, chandeliers, stand and stools daylighting Kitchen Full service kitchen Equipment (provided by 70-80 FC Contractor) Specialty lighting (By Contractor) Restrooms Restroom Use Typical ADA fixtures 40-60 FC (1 Male, 1 Female) LED recessed cans Entry/ concierge help desk

Help desk and fitness class check-in

Towels and Clean/soiled towels, beverage grab&go water and beverage provided Restrooms/Lockers Showers and lockers (1 Male, 1 Female) provided

Custom desk, task chairs Built in shelving

40-60 FC LED recessed cans, pendant lighting 50-60 FC LED recessed cans

sq. meters

other.

170

Indoor/ outdoor seating, daylighting requires shades/blind options

700

Attached kitchen and restrooms, ample circulation for wait staff

102

Accessed through back of house corridor

24

Restrooms for restaurant customers

996 32 34

Provide ample circulation for high traffic Behind Check in desk

102

Adjacent to check in desk and entry point

Studio classes, hot yoga capabilities

Lockers, benching, hooks 50-70 FC LED recessed cans, wall sconces Storage, mirros, barres 40-60 FC (dimmable) LED troffer lighting

125 47

Cleanable surfaces, humidity and heat resistant finishes Storage adjacent

1

Yoga Studio (and storage)

1

Reformer Studio

Small group classes

Reformer Machines

1

Open Gym

Open gym usage available to guests

Workout equipment

40-60 FC (dimmable) LED troffer lighting 60-80 FC LED troffer lighting

440

780

Durable flooring, cleanable surfaces, acoustic mitigation

21

Programming

room.

PREDESIGN

Level 01- FOOD/BEVERAGE Level 01 - FITNESS CENTER

qty.

Level02 - BACK OF HOUSE

PRO GR AMM I NG qty.

room.

uses.

1

Employee Break Room

Employee Entrance and lounge space

1

Restrooms and Locker rooms

Employee storage and lockers, uniforms

Desks, task chairs, storage 50-70 FC LED recessed troffers

63

Staff support areas adjacent to break room

Desk, chair, console/ 50-70 FC storage LED recessed troffers Electrical, maintenance, Equipment (by contractor 60-80 FC mechanical LED Troffers

83

Adjacent to staff entry

225

Equipment provided by contractor

85

2

Storage for Janitorial Staff Laundry and Dry In house laundry and Cleaning dry cleaning services

1

Prep Kitchen and Food prep, dry and cold Equipment (by Food Storage storage contractor)

1

Level 03 - LOBBY

136

Managing Offices Staff Offices

1

other.

50-70 FC LED recessed troffers

5

Electrical, maintenance, mechanical Janitorial Area

sq. meters 165

Payroll, uniforms, Employee help and security safety

Tables, chairs, lounge furniture, kitchen equipment Lockers, benches

lighting.

50-70 FC LED recessed troffers

1

1

furniture.

Loading Dock, Receiving and sending Security, Receiving of goods to/from hotel

Storage and shelving

Adjacent to employee locker rooms, payroll, security Ample storage and lockers for staff

50-70 FC LED recessed troffers 50-70 FC LED recessed troffers

226

Adjacent to service elevator Adjacent to both service elevators

60-80 FC Specialty lighting

190

Adjacent to loading dock and receiving

Desk, task chairs, storage

60-80 FC LED recessed troffers

230

Egress and circulation is critical

Equipment (by contractor)

1,403

1

Entry Concierge and Seating

Provide varied seating to guests to socialize, support bar functions

Varied seating, tables, consoles, conceirge desk, task chairs

30-50 FC Cove lighting, floor lamps, pendants

1,689

Durable finishes for high traffic usages

1

Lobby Bar and Check-In

Check-In/Out, full service beverages and bar foods

Custom built bar, bar stools

2,041

Daylighting requires shades/curtains, durable flooring and finishes

2

Lounge Seating

Provide support seating to bar usage

Varied lounge seating, coffee tables, ottomans

1

Restrooms

Lobby restroom use

ADA fixtures

30-50 FC Wall sconces, LED recessed cans, bar lighting 30-50 FC Wall sconces, LED recessed cans 50-70 FC

1

Front Offices

Concierge and managers Desks, chairs, credenzas, 40-60 FC offices lounge seating for waiting LED recessed cans, desk lighting

460 (x2) =920

Elevated platforms require in step lighting

1,137

Cleanable surfaces

1,240

Adjacent to concierge 22 service desk

7,027

2

Housekeeping

22

uses.

furniture.

lighting.

sq. meters

other.

One housekeeping room on each wing, adjacent to elevators. *sq. meters do not include balcony space

Storage, laundry storage, Storage and shelving service each guest wing

50-70 FC LED recessed troffers

1,124

Standard Guestroom

Standard room, King or double, bathroom, private balcony

King Suites

Suite includes kitchenette and living space, bedroom, bathroom, dining

40-70 FC (dimmable) Pendants, cove lighting, LED recessed cans, cabinet lighting 40-70 FC (dimmable) Pendants, cove lighting, LED recessed cans, cabinet lighting

434 (x22) =9,548

5

1

Back of House

Service for bar, lobby, restrooms

Bed, nightstand, closet, custom storage, desk, chair, sofa, lounge chairs, coffee table Bed, nightstand, closet, custom storage, desk, chair, sofa, lounge chairs, coffee table plus kitchen and dining Storage and shelving

2

Elevator Lobby

Waiting and circulation for elevator usage

Lounge chairs, table, art

30-50 FC Cove lighting, chandelier, wall sconces

1

Housekeeping

22

50-70 FC LED recessed troffers

Size varies, total *sq. meters do not of all = include balcony space 5,829 1,106 842

One at each elevator shaft

18,449

Storage, laundry storage, Storage and shelving service each guest wing

50-70 FC LED recessed troffers

451

Standard Guestroom

Standard room, King or double, bathroom, private balcony

King Suites

Suite includes kitchenette and living space, bedroom, bathroom, dining

40-70 FC (dimmable) Pendants, cove lighting, LED recessed cans, cabinet lighting 40-70 FC (dimmable) Pendants, cove lighting, LED recessed cans, cabinet lighting

434 (x22) =9,548

5

1

Back of House

Service for coffee bar, east wing guestrooms

Bed, nightstand, closet, custom storage, desk, chair, sofa, lounge chairs, coffee table Bed, nightstand, closet, custom storage, desk, chair, sofa, lounge chairs, coffee table plus kitchen and dining Storage and shelving

2

Elevator Lobby

Waiting and circulation for elevator usage

Lounge chairs, table, art

30-50 FC Cove lighting, chandelier, wall sconces

50-70 FC LED recessed troffers

adjacent to main service elevator

East wing housekeeping *sq. meters do not include balcony space

Size varies, total *sq. meters do not of all = include balcony space 5,829 1,250 842

17,920

adjacent to main service elevator One at each elevator shaft

23

Programming

room.

PREDESIGN

Level 03- GUEST WINGS Level 04 - GUEST WINGS

qty.

PRO GR AMM I NG

Level 05 - TYPICAL GUESTFLOOR

Level 04 PUBLIC SPACES

qty.

1

1

room.

uses.

Coffe Bar, Grab and Breakfast and light Go and Lounge snacks, beverages, support seating for bar Business Center

2

Housekeeping

42

Rentable conferening, work spaces

furniture.

Varied lounge seating and work tables, chairs, planters Conference table, chairs, various desks, chairs, consoles, TV, audio

lighting.

sq. meters

other.

30-60 FC (dimmable) LED recessed cans, pendants, pendants at bar 50-70 FC LED recessed cans, desk lamps, cove lighting

2,316

Overlook to Lobby Bar and sculpture, grand staircases and elevator access Available to all guests, printing and computers provided

1,355

3671

Storage, laundry storage, Storage and shelving service each guest wing

50-70 FC LED recessed troffers

1,724

Standard Guestroom

Standard room, King or double, bathroom, private balcony

Bed, nightstand, closet, custom storage, desk, chair, sofa, lounge chairs, coffee table

40-70 FC (dimmable) Pendants, cove lighting, LED recessed cans, cabinet lighting

434 (x42) =18,228

7

King Suites

Suite includes kitchenette and living space, bedroom, bathroom, dining

Bed, nightstand, closet, custom storage, desk, chair, sofa, lounge chairs, coffee table plus kitchen and dining

40-70 FC (dimmable) Pendants, cove lighting, LED recessed cans, cabinet lighting

2

Elevator Lobby

Waiting and circulation for elevator usage

Lounge chairs, table, art

30-50 FC Cove lighting, chandelier, wall sconces

One housekeeping room on each wing, adjacent to elevators. *sq. meters do not include balcony space

Size varies, total *sq. meters do not of all = include balcony space 7,805

842

One at each elevator shaft

28,599

24

2

Housekeeping

42

lighting.

sq. meters

other.

Storage, laundry storage, Storage and shelving service each guest wing

50-70 FC LED recessed troffers

1,724

Standard Guestroom

Standard room, King or double, bathroom, private balcony

Bed, nightstand, closet, custom storage, desk, chair, sofa, lounge chairs, coffee table

40-70 FC (dimmable) Pendants, cove lighting, LED recessed cans, cabinet lighting

434 (x42) =18,228

One housekeeping room on each wing, adjacent to elevators. *sq. meters do not include balcony space

7

King Suites

Suite includes kitchenette and living space, bedroom, bathroom, dining

Bed, nightstand, closet, custom storage, desk, chair, sofa, lounge chairs, coffee table plus kitchen and dining

40-70 FC (dimmable) Pendants, cove lighting, LED recessed cans, cabinet lighting

2

Elevator Lobby

Waiting and circulation for elevator usage

Lounge chairs, table, art

30-50 FC Cove lighting, chandelier, wall sconces

2

Housekeeping

42

uses.

furniture.

Size varies, total *sq. meters do not of all = include balcony space 7,805

842

One at each elevator shaft

28,599

Storage, laundry storage, Storage and shelving service each guest wing

50-70 FC LED recessed troffers

1,724

Standard Guestroom

Standard room, King or double, bathroom, private balcony

Bed, nightstand, closet, custom storage, desk, chair, sofa, lounge chairs, coffee table

40-70 FC (dimmable) Pendants, cove lighting, LED recessed cans, cabinet lighting

434 (x42) =18,228

7

King Suites

Suite includes kitchenette and living space, bedroom, bathroom, dining

Bed, nightstand, closet, custom storage, desk, chair, sofa, lounge chairs, coffee table plus kitchen and dining

40-70 FC (dimmable) Pendants, cove lighting, LED recessed cans, cabinet lighting

2

Elevator Lobby

Waiting and circulation for elevator usage

Lounge chairs, table, art

30-50 FC Cove lighting, chandelier, wall sconces

One housekeeping room on each wing, adjacent to elevators. *sq. meters do not include balcony space

Size varies, total *sq. meters do not of all = include balcony space 7,805

842

28,599

One at each elevator shaft

25

Programming

room.

PREDESIGN

Level 06 - TYPICAL GUESTFLOOR Level 07 - TYPICAL GUESTFLOOR

qty.

Level 08 - COCKTAIL BAR + PATIO

PRO GR AMM I NG qty.

room.

2

Back of House/ Food Prep

1

Storage

1

Cocktail Bar and Lounge

1

uses.

furniture.

sq. meters

other.

Service for bar and patio Storage, kitchen 60-80 FC bar, small plates served equipment (by contractor) LED recessed troffers

2,382

Adjacent to both service elevators

Storage for event tables/ Storage chairs, banquet service

50-70 FC LED recessed troffers

1,048

Adjacent to elevators and back of house

Beverage and small plate Varied seating, custom service, varied seating bar, bar stools

30-40 FC Pendants, LED recessed cans, chandeliers, wall sconces 20-30 FC Recessed LED cans, floor lamps, underbar lighting, reflecting pool lighting

2,573

Daylighting utlized with large windows, evening lighting is dimmable

4,400

Outdoor Patio, storage is provided in case of weather needs

Outdoor Patio Bar Beverage service, varied Varied seating, custom and Seating seating on patio bar

lighting.

TOTAL x .3 circulation

10,403

147,428 SQ. M 44,237.4

GRAND TOTAL 191,665.4 SQ.M (2,063,069 SF.)

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PREDESIGN

Programming

other.

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F IT & FEE L

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Fit & Feel

PL AN NING DIAG R AM S BL O CK I NG SE CT ION S

BAR & LOUNGE GUESTROOMS GUESTROOMS GUESTROOMS

GUESTROOMS

GUESTROOMS GUESTROOMS FITNESS/ POOL

BACK OF HOUSE

STACKING LATITUDINAL

LEVEL 03

TLT P 37946.82 SF

30

ROOF 197' - 0"

BAR & LOUNGE GUESTROOMS

LEVEL 07 172' - 0"

GUESTROOMS

LEVEL 06 162' - 0"

LOBBY

GUEST SPA

TEA CAFE

RESTAURANT

GUEST GUEST FITNESS/ POOL

LEVEL 05 152' - 0" LEVEL 04 142' - 0" LEVEL 03 130' - 0"

PREDESIGN

GUESTROOMS GUEST

Plan Diagramming

LEVEL 08 185' - 0"

LEVEL 02 120' - 0" LEVEL 01 110' - 0"

1

STACKING LONGITUDINAL

Section 1 1 : 300 LEVEL 03

TLT P 37946.82 SF

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GUE STRO OMS

BAC K OF HOUSE

BACK OF HOU SE GUE STRO OM S

GUESTRO OMS

06

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GU EST RO OM S

08

BACK OF HOU SE

G U EST RO OM S

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BACK OF HOU SE

STOR AG E C O C K TA I L BAR

BACK OF HOU SE

S C EN IC PAT IO

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05

LEVEL

PREDESIGN

BAC K OF HOU SE

PL ANNING DIAG R AM S BL O CK I NG DIAG R A M S

01

LEVEL

02

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MAIN RESTAURANT

BACK OF HOUSE

FITNESS CENTER

SPA

PUBLIC

BACK OF HOUSE

KEY SPACES

03

LEVEL

OPEN TO BELOW

04

BACK OF HOUSE

LEVEL FRONT OFFICES

LOBBY BAR & CHECK-IN

BACK OF HOUSE GUEST ROOMS

PUBLIC

BACK OF HOUSE

GUEST ROOMS

BACK OF HOUSE

KEY SPACES

BUSINESS CENTER BACK OF HOUSE

COFFEE BAR & SEATING OPEN TO LOBBY BELOW

GUEST ROOMS

PUBLIC

BACK OF HOUSE

GUEST ROOMS

BACK OF HOUSE

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05

LEVEL

BACK OF HOUSE

OPE N TO BELOW

GUEST ROOMS

GUEST ROOMS

BACK OF HOUSE

BACK OF HOUSE

GUEST ROOMS

PUBLIC

BACK OF HOUSE

GUEST ROOMS

GUEST ROOMS

GUEST ROOMS

PUBLIC

07

06

LEVEL

BACK OF HOUSE

BACK OF HOUSE

KEY SPACES

LEVEL

08

LEVEL BACK OF HOUSE

GUEST ROOMS

GUEST ROOMS

BACK OF HOUSE

GUEST ROOMS

BACK OF HOUSE

8TH FLOOR BAR & PATIO

PUBLIC

PUBLIC

Plan Diagramming

P UBLIC GUE ST A R E AS

PREDESIGN

BAC K OF HOU SE

BACK OF HOUSE

BACK OF HOUSE

BACK OF HOUSE

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PL ANNI NG DIAG R A M S SITE SE CTION S

EMPLOYEE ENTRANCE

LOADING DOCK

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Plan Diagramming PREDESIGN

LOADING DOCK

NORTH /SOU TH SIDE SEC TION Situated on the slope of the mountain, The Lao Hotel is entered on Level 03 and drops to level ground in the central courtyard. The loading dock is located on Level 02 as the grade slopes downward.

E AST/WE ST F RONT SEC TION The front of the hotel is level allowing for a central courtyard and indoor/outdoor access to the gardens. All public spaces utilize the large windows for daylighting, while back of house operations are located in the back of the building that sits below grade.

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OVE R ALL ZONI NG

BELOW GRADE

GUESTROOMS PUBLIC SPACES BACK OF HOUSE

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Guest Rooms & Deluxe Suites Housekeeping + Storage, Ice + Vending

LEVEL

LEVEL

Guest Rooms & Deluxe Suites Housekeeping + Storage, Ice + Vending

LEVEL

Coffee & Tea Lounge Guest Rooms & Deluxe Suites Housekeeping + Storage, Ice + Vending

LEVEL

Lobby Bar & Check In Bar Front of House Offices Retail Concierge Desk Guestrooms & Suites Open to Spa, Restuarant & Fitness below Loading, Receiving, Back of House Employee Entrance Back of House Spa Fitness Center Restaraunt Evening Lounge Tea Cafe

3d Blocking

Guest Rooms & Premier Suites Housekeeping + Storage, Ice + Vending

08 07 06 05

LEVEL

04

PRE DESIGN

Bar + Lounge Scenic Patio

03 02

LEVEL

LEVEL

01

LEVEL

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DESIG N DEV ELOPM ENT

Lao THE

HOTEL & SPA

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01

KEY SPACE: THE LILY RESTAURANT

LEVEL

BACK OF HOUSE

KITCHEN

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

Level 01

BACK OF HOUSE

COURTYARD AND ZEN GARDENS

KEY SPACE: POOL & SPA

Public Spaces to promote wellbeing and cultivate a social environment.

FUNCTION OF LEVEL 01

Back of house tucked behind all spaces for privacy.

Outdoor Garden Access: Promote biophilia, rejuvenation. Landscape design by contractor.

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THE SPA

Located on Level 01, The Spa provides guests with luxury services ranging from sauna and pool facilities to world class facials, massages and traditional chinese accupuncture and herbal treatments. The two story volume creates an airy and restorative environment with views to outside from the pool and sauna space shown in the perspective (right).

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43 DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

Level 01

MAIN RESTAURANT

The Main Restaurant, provides full service dining for Lunch and Dinner courses. Traditional chinese dishes are served in partner with contemporary chinese and asian flair. A full kitchen supports the needs of the restaurants which has direct access to back of house and service elevators to promote efficient service to guests. Indoor and outdoor seating is provided with traditional elements such as screen paired with modern furnishings to create a space to escape into the divine cuisine.

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DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

Level 01

T H E L I LY

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LEVEL

02

Loading Dock L AT I T U DI NA L SEC T ION Employee Entrance: employee support spaces (West Side)

FUNCTION OF LEVEL 02

Loading and recieving for hotel, allows for adequate storage and circulation of incoming and outgoing goods and trash. (East Side) Back of house operations: kitchen and food prep for all bars, electrical, mechanical, etc.

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Office Office Office Office

Office

Maintenance

Electrical

Female Lockers

Mechanical & Transformers

Janitorial

Laundry

Linen Storage Male Lockers

Storage Dry Storage

OPEN TO BELOW

Level 02

Security Uniforms Payroll

Laundry & Dry Cleaning

Prep Kitchen Staff Break Room

OPEN TO BELOW

Receiving Cold Storage

Trash

LOADING DOCK

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

EMPLOYEE ENTRANCE

OPEN TO BELOW

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03 STORAGE

LEVEL

BACK OF HOUSE

STORAGE HOUSE -KEEPING

HOUSE -KEEPING

KEY SPACE: LOBBY

Grand entry, bar and check in. Cultivate a social atmosphere.

Guest rooms and suites, located on bar towers.

FUNCTION OF LEVEL 03

Front of house offices, and concierge services to support guests needs.

Open to fourth floor balcony and cafe via grand staircases and elevator.

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DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

Level 03

T H E L AO E N T RY

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LOBBY

Guests enter through the centrally located main entry doors and are drawn towards the southern facing, two story volume bar and check in. The bar has the duel function of providing a social gathering place as well as a personalized and unique check in experience. While offered refreshments, guests are sure to be encapsulated in luxury.

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DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

Level 03

04

LEVEL

BOH / STORAGE HOUSEKEEPING

HOUSE -KEEPING

KEY SPACE: COFFEE BAR & LOUNGE

Coffee & Tea Bar, along with additional seating for personal and business uses.

FUNCTION OF LEVEL 04

Business center with conference rooms available to guests.

Guest rooms located on both towers.

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LOBBY

& COFFEE BAR LOUNGE

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Level 04

KEY SPACE: KING SUITE

LEVELS

05-07 HOUSE -KEEPING

HOUSE -KEEPING

KEY SPACE: STANDARD GUESTROOM

Typical Guestroom Floors.

Each includes 7 suites and 43 standard guestrooms;

FUNCTION OF LEVELS 05-07

TOTAL FOR HOTEL ( 03 & 04 included): 31 Suites 173 Standard Guestrooms

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DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

Levels 05-07

STANDARD GUESTROOM

KING SUITE

Each suite is unique through varying finishes and layouts. The King Suite is designed with elevated finishes that cultivate a luxurious guest experience. With a functional kitchennette and living space, guests have ample space to host and relax in the comfort of their rooms. The attached bedroom has privacy from the more public spaces, with circluation flowing between living, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom seamlessly through pocket doors. With two private balconies, the King Suite maximizes views to the beautiful surrounding nature.

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Levels 05-07

08

LEVEL

Cocktail Bar & Outdoor Patio Lounge: provide guests a social and relaxing environment to unwind.

FUNCTION OF LEVEL 08

Views of Laoshan National Forest Park: highest point of hotel overlooking the valley towards the sea and city of Qingdao to the South.

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Event Space Flexibility: with ample storage and back of house services to provide catering for events.

ROOFTOP LOUNGE

A PPE N DI X

App end ix A0-A5

Reading Notes

A6

Qingdao Culture Notes

A7

Location Research Notes

A8-A10

Code Studies

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Savoring Prompt

11 JANUARY 2020

HOT EL S , G U E ST RO OM S RE ADI NG

• The growth of global economies pushed architects, engineers and designers to push the limits of what a “hotel” should include; creating resorts and putting emphasis on creating a unique experience while you are staying at a hotel. While the function is the same as ancient times, the presentation and sensory experiences continue to evolve.

• Hotels are classified by location, function and other special characteristics, which many fit more than one category.

• Boutique Hotels are classified as having 100-150 guest rooms, with luxury amenities making them the highest degree of specialized design above design and lifestyle hotels, which are a bit larger and not as upscale. Design hotels range from budget to luxury and focus on innovative, unconventional design as well. Lifestyle hotels are very similar to design hotels but have an emphasis on providing an entertaining atmosphere and personalized service.

• “I want to bring it back in an updated version and elevate it to a cultural experience for the modern-day traveler. These travelers now expect truly unique experiences and not merely a place to sleep” -Ian Schrager o Because of explosive growth of boutique hotels, many have become trivialized instead of individual cultural experiences. To truly be a boutique hotel I think there needs to be a level of uniqueness and creation of cultural experience- not just a “trendy” place to sleep.

• During the post war days of the 1950s, standardization of products became a trend leading to the uniform hotel chains we experience often today. In response to this, a few developers saw the opportunity for a “fertile marketing asset” that would be known as boutique hotels.

• Design and boutique hotels provide lobbies that cultivate community meeting spaces similar to how hotels functioned during the Golden Age. This resurrection of fashion and status encourages guests to live the lifestyles promoted by the hotels, further creating the experience of staying at such hotels.

• Many large chain hotels have created design hotels brands that branch from the larger chains in order to stay competitive as design hotels gain popularity. While hotels like “Aloft” may seem just a chain, they put more emphasis on creating a unique experience than a generic Starwood hotel.

• With the push to create innovative and unconventional approaches to hotel design, there are case studies showing that some are “falling into the trap of style over substance”. These puts emphasis on the importance of space planning and designing the most functional hotel that eases users experiences not through the fancy finishes, but with the incredible service that is able to be provided because the design aids it.

• The size of design hotels can vary from an 814 Scandinavian hotel to the 5 guest rooms of the Kimber Modern Hotel in Austin Texas. This shows that size is not the defining factor in the differences between the different hotel types. It is more about what is offered and what the experiences are within the hotels.

• Researchers have shown that investing on architecture and design that exceed the standard hotel building that are mass produced result in a higher profitability of the hotel. Thus, boutique hotels, while more expensive to build, will produce a higher profitability long A0 term.

Guestrooms and suite typically represent between 65 and 85 percent of the total floor area in a hotel or resort. This results in sizeable cost differences and savings.

• A major goal of planning: maximize the amount of saleable guestroom space and keep to a minimum the vertical core, horizontal circulation, and necessary support areas.

• Program requirements at a minimum: number of guestrooms or suites, conveniently located public and service elevators, exit stairways to meet building codes and provide safe egress, linen storage and vending areas, small electrical and telephone equipment rooms.

• Factors such as a column free ballroom and public and service elevators often dictate guest room configurations and size.

• Plan corridor width at a minimum of 5 feet, service elevators, linen storage and vending in a central location, public elevators in the middle third of the structure.

• Vocabulary:

o Key: a separate, rentable unit (each guestroom)

o Guestroom bay: the typical guestroom module

o Suite: combination of living room and one or more bedrooms • Generally there is little advantage to expanding a guestrooms’ width beyond 13’6”.

• It is important to consider guestroom activity zones; bathing, working, dressing, watching TV etc. to ensure ample space for each especially when there are multiple guests in one room.

Space planning can include considerations like placing a screen to separate sleeping and sitting portions of a standard room to give a more suite-like feel.

• Include:

o Queen or 72-inch king sized bed

o Convertible sofa or wall bed

o Luggage and clothes storage space

o Wall Mounted TV: eliminate unnecessary counter space, hide power and cable behind TV.

o Desk

o Lounge and desk chairs: potentially the lounge chair can double as the work chair

o Mirrors: enlarge the space visually

o Wall mounted bedside lamps: Allow for a smaller bedside table (usable space)

o Bathroom: compartmentalize the toilet and/or tub/shower • Important to look at demographics and data to best plan the guestrooms- singles or couples, men or women, families.

• No more than 2-5 percent of keys allocated to suites= most hotels, BUT first class and conventional hotels give up to 10 percent to suites.

Important to determine type FIRST. • Looking at including club floor / concierge floors to promote loyalty customers- guestrooms are the same size as the typical room but include elevated furnishings and spaces like lounges.

• Cost can vary from $3,000-$20,00 PER room. This is majorly based on not the size, but the level of finishes specified.

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27 JANUARY 2020

PU BL IC SPAC E : L OBBI E S RE ADI NG

• For public spaces in high end hotels: strive for some efficiency but prioritize visual qualities and providing a level of amenity.

o Less economical layout to accommodate more appealing and saleable design details • Objective is to have public spaces adjacent to lobby / clustered around the lobby • Organize public areas with understanding of location in relation to guestroom structure

o Guest circulation should be convenient from the lobby to their rooms

o Structural design considerations: reduce construction costs by placing any long span spaces like ballrooms and larger meeting rooms so they are not under the guest room tower, For a boutique hotel – this shouldn’t apply to space planning considerations?

• Boutique Hotel Public Space Matrix (Table 17.1)

o Lobby: moderate (0.55-0.93 sq meters)

o F+B Areas, Function Spaces, Recreation, Retail, Parking: small • Hotel Entrance

o Canopy (covered porte cochere), Parking (garage access), Driveways (think about valet

cars plus incoming guests), Sidewalks (consider baggage space needs per person and

group assembly with baggage), Doors and Vestibules (weather vestibule, ramps, luggage

storage room from curb) • Lobby

o Add spaces without adding to additional gross area like: bars, restaurants and retail

within the lobby space

o Main circulation space, directing guests to front desk, informal gathering space

o Front Desk: immediately visible, with bellman station near front desk and luggage

storage nearby

o Support functions: Toilets, coats, phones/business centers, assistant manager’s desk?

o Seating: Individual and group, with additional seating around lobby bar

o TABLE 17.2 – Lobby Design Checklist! Page 346 • Design Objectives (Lobby)

o Size of Desk: 6ft (1.8 m long) per person working, two stations for the 1st 150 rooms, 1

more for each additional 100 rooms

o Queuing space: for guests to line up – consider groups and baggage space needs

o Assistant Manager’s Desk: Do we really need to include this…?

o Bellman Station: Near entrance along with luggage storage

o Furniture + Fixtures: Establishes image of hotel!

• Retail Areas

o Areas to consider: Sundries Shop, Travel services, clothing and specialty shops, gifts

o Other services: Bank and copy center for example

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03 FEBRUR ARY 2020

ADM I N & BAC K OF HOUSE RE ADI NG

Back of house = 10-15% of the total floor area • Areas include:

o Admin offices, food prep and storage, receiving, trash, general storage, employee areas, laundry, housekeeping, engineering and mechanical • Objectives:

o Clustering major service functions around receiving area and employee entrance, or

along main service corridor ADMINISTRATION OFFICES • 5 clusters: front desk and front office, executive office, sales and catering office, accounting office, information technology officeHR and purchasing for example are among employee areas • Front desk and office: largest of 5 clusters, front desk and concierge desk, front office work area, private office for manager, provide private booths for phone operators/reservations, fire control room, toilets, storage, coats and pantry for front desk employees (do these toilets need to be separate or can they also be lobby bathrooms??)

• Executive Office

o Smallest of the 5 clusters

o Reception, assistant offices, conference room, admin support (copiers, printers etc.)

o Easily accessible to guests- greeting special visitors and dignitaries= close to public lobby space • Sales and Catering Office

o Reception, private offices for director of sales and catering manager

o Office suites should be located near the function area rather than off the lobby since

clients will want to view the space

o Typical: 2-4 sf per guest room • Accounting Office

o Best located: part of main complex near front desk

o Cluster includes: controller, assistant, cashier, other staff offices and workstations

o Approx: 3 sf per room for the offices FOOD PREP + STORAGE AREAS • Integration with mechanical, electrical and plumbing with layout of kitchen equipment • Planning and Program Objectives:

o Depends on # of meals served, complexity of meals and degree of in-house production

(my hotel will need a large kitchen because of the quality of fresh foods that will require

all in house production)

o TABLE 18.2: Program space requirements (4-6 sf per seat) (pg. 379)

o TABLE 18.3: Adjacencies (pg. 379)

o TABLE 18.4: Kitchen Checklist- gives percentages of space needed

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• Receiving, Trash and General Storage

o In smaller hotels, receiving, trash and loading docks can all be combined into one

o Receiving and trash areas = 2-3 sf per guestroom (consider function areas sizes as well)

o Accommodate 2 trucks at a time- loading docks

o My hotel- internal laundry so no need to consider laundry receiving/soiled holding EMPLOYEE AREAS • Employee entrance, lockers to uniform issue area and timeclock, employee cafeteria/lounge off main kitchen • TABLE 18.6 (pg. 381) = HR office, security for employee entrance, dining/break room, housing (not needed for project) LAUNDRY + HOUSEKEEPING • Laundry

o Linen chute, dry cleaning services

o Located on lowest floor to lessen noise and vibration to guestrooms • Housekeeping

o Offices for housekeeping near laundry facility

o Uniform issue area near locker room and laundry

o Locked room for guestroom amenities – lost and found storage

o 10-14 sf per room area requirements ENGINEERING + MECHANICAL • Close to laundry, kitchen, other high use areas • Offices and shops require 3-5 sq ft. per guestroom • Near service elevators • May approach 4% of total gross area of hotel

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10 FEBRUR ARY 2020

FO OD & BEV E R AG E RE ADI NG

• Before considering detailed planning and design issues, it is best to become familiar with operational aspects: marketing menu-planning, food preparation techniques • Criteria: • Market characteristics, concept (type, style of service, entertainment), Design elements( atmosphere, tabletop, display elements), Operations (hours, staffing, seating mix), Financial projections (N/A for studio) • Table 17.3 - Food and beverage concept checklist (PG 351) • General, food or beverage concept, layout of food and beverage outlets, design/decor, uniforms, special equipment • Remote -destination resorts (My Hotel) : plan for flexible use of outdoor areas in addition to two or more outlets (need for guests to have access for three meals a day) • Main Restaurant (with outdoor dining options), lobby bar (drinks only), Coffee and tea bar (grab and go breakfast items), Pool bar (casual dining lunch and dinner).

• Essential for effective organization: • Each food outlet has direct access to the kitchen - minor food outlets can service from a pantry • Beverage outlets have service backup - kitchen or bar storage area (adjacencies) • Locate restaurants and bars with exterior frontage and direct outside access (if possible and appropriate) • Cafe= 1st floor with exterior access, Lobby bar 3rd with views to cafe on 4th via open floor and grand staircase, Pool bar is outside on patio with access from both elevators (east and west) • Design Objectives (Table 17.7 for reference) • Hostess and coat check area - for main restaurant (not needed for bar and cafes) • Divide restaurant into two or more areas (control space during low occupancy) • Table Arrangement: paired deuces, flip top fours with leaves to convert to larger circular tops) • 10% of total seats for singles at a counter/bar • Service Stations: every 80 seats = wet service for coffee and water, store linen and cutlery, hold soiled dishes • Dimmable lighting • Background music • Design of accessory elements (complement the hotel theme) • Establish an entry foyer with host station • Lounge and Bar Objectives • Lobby Bar: open area with seating around bar, consider entertainment and food service (snacks, hors d’oeuvres) • Function Space (8th floor bar and event space) • Typically ballrooms, banquet rooms, exhibit hall etc. but for my hotel this will be used as a private space for parties and gatherings to rent - food and beverage service along with assembly space • Group function areas together • Public support: toilets, coatrooms, services office/ concierge

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QI NG DAO CH I NA RE SE A RC H Ch’ing-tao, conventional Tsingtao, port city, eastern Shandong sheng (province), eastern China.

FACTS • Population: approximately 1.6 million • Language: Chinese, Mandarin • Eastern China, Shangong Province, People’s Republic of China • Currency: Renminbi (RMB / CNY) HISTORY • Originally a minor fishing village • In 1897 the German government, which had ambitions in this area, dispatched a force to occupy Qingdao; the next year it forced the Chinese government to pay an indemnity and to grant Germany a 99-year lease on Jiaozhou Bay and the surrounding territory

oThey transformed the Chinese fishing village into a modern city known as Tsingtao, building wide streets, installing a sewage system, and

providing drinking water and electricity to the residents. During this period in history, schools in the city were among the best in China, and

in general, Qingdao was a model of urban living for developing Asia.

• 1914, when Japan declared war on Germany, its prime purpose was the capture of Qingdao; the port capitulated after a blockade in Novem ber. The Japanese continued to occupy the city until the Washington Conference of 1922, when the port was returned to China.

• Qingdao came under the effective control of the Nationalist government in 1929 and became a special municipality.

• 1984, the Chinese government shifted towards an open-door policy to encourage foreign investment and international trade.

• now the headquarters of the Chinese navy's northern fleet.

• OVERALL: Germany takes over, world war I starts and Japan occupies, then 1922 Republic of China regains area, short period of Japanese invasion but soon back to China until present day.

KNOWN FOR • China's leading centres of industry, naval power and sea trade.

• Tsingtao Brewery, home of China's most popular beer • In 2009, it earned the title of China's most livable city.

• climate in Qingdao can be described as temperate • prominent sailing races, including a number of prominent sporting events at the prestigious Olympic Games in 2008.

• As escape from the grey haze of pollution that many nearby cities experience because of the mountains that trap the pollution around the city. The ocean eases this.

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SITE OPTIONS

1. Maidao Island:

a. PROS: views of the city and mountains (Mount Lao + Laoshan National Forest Park), coastal, beach getaway/ retreat feel b. CONS: Remote location makes transportation difficult as well as delivery of supplies onto the island. Parking for employees and guests will be limited without use of parking garage, which will affect the aesthetic quality of the hotel on the island.

2. Aofan Base Marina City Shanquan

a. PROS: Olympic sailing marina and facility, nearby music square with tourist attraction sculpture, coastal, attract sailing/yacht clients/visitors to the Olympic center, close to city center, easy commute for employees to get to work. b. CONS: Very close to city center makes noise and pollution a concern for guests seeking a relaxing destination hotel.

3. Laoshan National Forest Park

a. PROS: remote destination away from bustling city center. Immerse into nature which is refreshing coming from most Chinese cities. Escape from pollution and noise. b. CONS: Further to get to hotel from any public transit or airport- requires hotel shuttle transportation to be provided possibly. Further for employees to commute to work, may need

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C ODE ST U DI E S TABLE 302: OCCUPANCY TYPES Spa: (B) Business Restaurant (A-2) Assembly Bar, Restaurant, Lobby, 8th Floor (A-2) Assembly Fitness Facility (A-3) Assembly Pools (A-4) Assembly Offices and Back of House (B) Business Guestrooms, sleeping (R-1) Residential Suites, dwelling (R-1) Residential

Note: Separate all assembly spaces from guestrooms with 1 hour rated fire walls.

CHAPTER 10: OCCUPANT LOADS Business: 150 Gross Fitness: 50 Gross Lockers: 50 Gross Restaurant: 15 net (unconcentrated seating) Pool: 50 Gross (indoor) Kitchen: 200 Gross Storage, Stock, Shipping: 300 Gross EXITS (1006.2.1.1)

“4 exits or exit access doorways shall be provided from any space with occupant loads greater than 1000.”

1006.2.1: TRAVEL DISTANCES (sprinklered building) Guestfloors: 23 meters (75 feet) Assembly: 23 meters 75 feet Business: 30 meters (100 feet)

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LEVEL 05

EXIT STAIRWAY LEVEL 08

135’

BOH 37444.04 SF

145’

EXIT STAIRWAY LEVEL 08

EXIT STAIRWAYS ON EACH FLOOR MAX TRAVEL DISTANCES

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PLUM BI NG C OU N T S

RESTAURANT (A-2)

SPA (B)

FEMALE: 7 toilets 3 lavatories

FEMALE: 3 toilets 2 lavatories

MALE: 5 urinals 2 toilets 3 lavatories

MALE: 2 urinals 1 toilets 2 lavatories

1 Drinking Fountain

1 Drinking Fountain

LOBBY (A-2)

FITNESS (A-3)

FEMALE: 9 toilets 4 lavatories

FEMALE: 2 toilets 1 lavatories

MALE: 6 urinals 3 toilets 4 lavatories

MALE: 1 urinals 1 toilets 1 lavatories

2 Drinking Fountains

1 Drinking Fountain

EVENING LOUNGE (A-2) FEMALE: 7 toilets 4 lavatories MALE: 5 urinals 2 toilets 4 lavatories 1 Drinking Fountain

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SAVORI NG T H E HOT E L E XPE RIE NCE

After a day of travel from places both near and far, the hotel experience will create an escape from reality. As

you enter into the spacious and whimsical lobby and bar area, guests will be greeted with refreshments and instantly be accommodated for their every need. High contrast and intimate spaces create places for guests to interact and reconnect with each other while disconnecting from the outside world and its’ stresses. Large plants and luxurious textures fill the space allowing for a sensory experience of being encapsulated into a rich getaway. Looking around, mountains, cityscapes and coastal waves provide dynamic and varietal views. Guests are guiding around each space with easy wayfinding that is modern, simple and non-obtrusive while being effective. All spaces are defined but harmonious to the overall escape of the hotel. Each space is an opportunity for a snapshot of luxury and creative design that each guest will take with them upon departure. Traveling to the guest room floors, whether alone or with companions, each guest is provided with technology to customize each experience. Lighting, ordering services and checking in are all customizable and promote efficiency allowing for further human connection apart from the mundane tasks often associated with a hotel stay. The goal of the hotel is to get people to connect to each other through feeling a part of a luxury community that has a unique and intimate feel. Guest rooms provide an impeccable place to sleep, but also an escape for those seeking solitude apart from social spaces. The anticipation of a clean and comfortable stay will be easily achieved leaving guests refreshed and longing for the next getaway stay. Finishes are cohesive and highly textural continuing the sensory experience from the public areas. After a day’s events of touring the city or nearby temples, guests are welcomed back into the realm of escapism with a signature drink or meal, and a place for any sized group to feel reconnected after the immersion into fast paced Chinese city culture. Looking back and reminiscing on the experience, guests will continue to taste the freshness of each space will being reminded of the escape into calm luxury.

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