Editor’s Letter

MODERN MOTIVATIONS

Contemporary updates highlight Houston hotel at its best.

THE HYATT REGENCY HOUSTON HAS JUST UNDERGONE AN EXCITING MULTI-MILLION-

DOLLAR RENOVATION. Our writer, a native Houstonian, views this building with the Spindletop restaurant atop as a downtown landmark (page 22). This iconic destination represents almost 50 years of memories for locals, travelers and business folk.

I too have fond memories of the building. When I started my event promotion business, it was this hotel that took a chance on me and my new ideas. I rented the exhibit hall and began to sell exhibit space to international telecommunications companies. I still recall the homemade potato chips my salesperson shared with me.

The annual New Year’s Eve party complete with balloon drop is legendary and I’ve always enjoyed supporting Houston Children’s Charity

at this venue. I’ve also had many an international traveler add the Spindletop to their list of Houston must do’s. I love that the decor was influenced by expressionist artist Mark Rothko, designer of the Rothko Chapel in Montrose. The blue-grey accent wall in the hotel rooms creates a calming aesthetic that I too have fond blends with the sleek black floor memories of the tiles to help you stay relaxed and building. When I started tranquil during your stay. my event promotion Both the Hyatt and The business, it was this hotel Rothko Chapel turned 50 years who took a chance on old and recently renovated. As the me and my new ideas. county continues to open safely, I hope you’ll take some time to revisit and enjoy these engaging and influential Houston institutions. Editor-in-Chief Follow me @HTexas