It’s Better to Be Bold
The Dorian’s name references The Picture of Dorian Gray, the iconic 1891 novel written by Oscar Wilde.
Guided by the concept of ‘Modern Day Wilde’, eclectic material and colour choices evoke the interiors and fashions of Wilde’s era, along with his hallmark eccentricity and biting wit.
Contrasting materials, bold colours, and the whimsical reinterpretation of traditional patterns such as tartans, houndstooths, and tweeds make for an experience that is richly layered, defined by contrasts, and underlined by a recurring sense of surprise. Expect to find new ‘Aha!’ moments at every turn and visit.
A significant investment in downtown Calgary’s role as a hospitality destination, The Dorian aims to capture the city’s unique spirit. Instead of relying on cliches, The Dorian channels downtown Calgary’s independence of thought through its bold, directional, and unapologetic design.
Lobby & Reception P. 2 Prologue P. 12 Fitness P. 26 The Wilde P. 30 Conference Area P. 44 Guest Corridors & Elevator Lobbies P. 52 Guestrooms P. 60 Suites P. 76 Acknowledgments P. 86
Journey to the Wilde Side
Lobby & Reception
LOBBY & RECEPTION CONCEPT
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Hotel
Entrance
Reception
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Elevator Lobby
Prologue Cafe
LOBBY & RECEPTION FLOOR PLAN
Antique
mirror
Marble feature wall
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LOBBY & RECEPTION MATERIALS & FINISHES CONCEPT
throughout
accent Reception desk Wallcovering
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LOBBY & ELEVATOR ELEVATION
ELEVATOR LOBBY ELEVATION
Mirror art , feature wall , and reception desk inspired by “The Picture of Dorian Gray”
Metal inlay detail
To live is the rarest thing in the world. Most people exist, that is all.”
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Prologue
LOBBY CAFE CONCEPT
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CONCEPT
OVERALL MOOD BAR
APOTHECARY CABINET CONCEPT FLOORING CONCEPT BANQUETTE CONCEPT LOUNGE CHAIR ENTRY DOOR
Communal Table Custom floor mosaic Banquette Seating
Hotel
Lobby Street Entrance
LOBBY CAFE FLOOR PLAN
Bar front tiles
Custom floor mosaic colour palette
Soft furnishing fabrics
Washroom wallcovering
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LOBBY CAFE MATERIALS & FINISHES CONCEPT
BAR ELEVATION
BANQUETTE ELEVATION
Bottle display
Banquette screen wall
Communal table with fixed lamp
COMMUNAL TABLE ELEVATION
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Cabinets for merchandise
Restrooms
Custom sliding doors
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We live in an age when unnecessary things are our only necessities.”
Every saint has a past, and every sinner has a future.”
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Fitness
FITNESS CONCEPT
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BACK-LIT MIRROR NEON SIGNAGE CONCEPT
TRX AND ACCENT COLOUR
FEATURE CEILING LIGHT
BUILT-IN BENCH AND STORAGE
FITNESS STUDIO CONCEPT
FITNESS STUDIO STORAGE CONCEPT
Nothing can cure the soul but the senses.”
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The Wilde
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L27 RESTAURANT CONCEPT
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area
Communal table Bespoke wool
rug Patio Main dining area L27 RESTAURANT FLOOR PLAN Banquette
Soft furnishing fabrics
Upholstered wallcovering behind banquette
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L27 RESTAURANT MATERIALS & FINISHES CONCEPT
Bar front tile
Bar top
ELEVATOR ELEVATION
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LOUNGE & BAR ELEVATION
Digital screen behind book shelves
Ribbed glass screen with brass frame
Custom artwork inspired by Oscar Wilde’s work
BANQUETTE SEATING ELEVATION
RESTROOMS ELEVATION
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veneer bulkhead
Feature artwork in light box
Green wood
Custom wallsconces
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I can resist anything except temptation.”
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An idea that is not dangerous is unworthy of being called an idea at all.”
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Conference Area
CONFERENCE AREA CONCEPT
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Courtyard
Hotel by others
Prefunction
CONFERENCE AREA FLOOR PLAN
Custom axminster carpet throughout
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Prefunction wallcovering
Millwork finish throughout
Conference wallcovering
Custom axminster carpet
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CONFERENCE AREA MATERIALS & FINISHES CONCEPT
CONFERENCE ROOM MILLWORK ELEVATION
PREFUNCTION AREA ELEVATION
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Ceiling cove with brass edge detail
Antique mirror
Brass inlay detail
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We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars.”
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Guest Corridors & Elevator Lobbies
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GUEST CORRIDORS & ELEVATOR LOBBIES CONCEPT
Hexagon mosaic tile with floor indicator
TYPICAL GUEST CORRIDOR & ELEVATOR LOBBY
Custom axminster carpet
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FLOOR PLAN
Millwork finish @ door drops Corridor wallcovering
GUEST CORRIDORS & ELEVATOR LOBBIES MATERIALS & FINISHES CONCEPT
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GUEST ELEVATOR LOBBY ELEVATION
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You can never be overdressed or overeducated.”
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Guestrooms
GUESTROOMS CONCEPT
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Bathroom
barn
L-shape settee
Continuous headboard & closet design
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TYPICAL KING ROOM FLOOR PLAN
Hardwood floor with carpet inset
door
houndstooth drapery
GUESTROOMS MATERIALS & FINISHES CONCEPT
Ribbed glass bathroom privacy panel
Bathroom tile concept
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TYPICAL KING ROOM HEADBOARD WALL ELEVATION
TYPICAL KING ROOM CLOSET ELEVATION
CLOSET INTERIOR ELEVATION
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Closet niche
Matching pattern between wallcovering and fabric
carpet inlay in hardwood floor
TYPICAL KING ROOM ELEVATION
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Antique mirror @ closet doors
accent lighting
Stool with leather handle detail
TYPICAL QUEEN/ QUEEN ROOM HEADBOARD WALL ELEVATION
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Lounge chair fabric to match feature wallcovering
Modern portrait of Oscar Wilde
Upholstered headboard with metal detail
Signature bar cart
TYPICAL GUEST BATHROOM ELEVATION
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Hexagon wall tile
Ribbed glass privacy panel
Motion-sensor light under vanity
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Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.”
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Suites
SUITES CONCEPT
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Freestanding tub
Custom wool area rug
Carpet insert per typical guestroom
Neutral headboard wallcovering
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Suite Living Room Bedroom Feature wet bar
Living room soft furnishing fabrics
Bedroom wallcovering concept
SUITES MATERIALS & FINISHES CONCEPT
Bedroom bench and sofa fabrics
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Curved Sofa
Bedroom
Suite
Bathroom barn door
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I have the simplest of tastes. I am always satisfied with the best.”
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THE DORIAN, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION
Client: PBA Group of Companies
Hotel Brand: Autograph Collection Hotels, Marriott International
Operator/ Purchasing: Concord Hospitality
Contractor: EllisDon
Interior Design: CHIL Interior Design
Architect: GGA-Architecture
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