DESIGN

THE MARINE HOTEL

8 CROSBIE ROAD ,TROON

The Marine Hotel Troon is a landmark destination on the west coast of Scotland. For nearly 130 years it has been a retreat of luxury, the home of golf and a place for special occasions for many families. It is set on a beautiful South Ayrshire beach overlooking the Isle of Arran and has recently benefited from a refurbishment by ICA, a specialist hotel design studio.

Samantha McCulloch, Interior Designer drew inspiration from the hotel’s location and historic roots.

The challenge the designers embraced was to restore the character of the building that had faded over the years whilst being mindful of its traditions, culture, and clientele.

Drawn in through the restored revolving doors you are instantly cocooned in a richly warm lobby and delectably dark study like reception with timber panelled desks and Persian rug, considered details and intriguing artwork.

These earthy neutrals and opulent materials are carried throughout the hotel, into the lounge bar where dark timber flooring and a deep green colour to the ornate ceiling grounds the original yellow oak panelling throughout. Intimacy has been brought to this once open space through artful zoning solutions like open shelving and snug-like panelled booths. Large windows offer unobstructed views across the golf course and out to sea fully submerging you into the landscape, all the while

enveloped in a sultry rich warmth.

The muted palette, drawn from natures nuances – from flora to fauna – are complemented with velvets rich in tone, buttery soft leathers and layered with heritage fabrics – patterns, textures, and distinctive weaves, play subtly on this heritage, avoiding cliches. Together with considered ambient lighting create an environment imbued with style and comfort.

Artwork played a key role in portraying the story and history. The designers worked together with an artwork consultant, Elegant Clutter, and the hotel to bring back to life vintage photography, original sketches of the building’s early years, newspaper articles referencing the hotel and other pieces which have been showcased throughout the hotel. Collaborated with new pieces which strengthen the narrative.

“From the concept design to snagging the project, everything is done with meticulous ease, making sure the client’s wishes are incorporated in the process.”

Colin Richards, General Manager, “ICA worked closely with the design team to realising the client’s ambitions, delivering the project on budget, whilst maintaining the hotels operational requirements during the construction phase. Sequencing and phasing of the works were key to keeping the hotel operational throughout the process and events that were critical targets for the hotel to meet, all the while ensuring the guests have a comfortable stay. “ Our designers loved working with The Marine Hotel, Troon to craft the perfect welcome.

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BY SUSAN YOUNG THE REDHURST HOTEL

27 EASTMAINS ROAD, GIFFNOCK

The Redhurst Hotel in Giffnock, owned by Manorview, has just reopened after a complete refurbishment which saw the hotel stripped right back and brought bang up to date with a contemporary new look.

The hotel, which was built in 1967 by the Stakis Hotel Group, was bought by Manorview in 2013 and at the time it received a cosmetic upgrade, but this new revamp has included an entire refit of the establishment.

Manorview collaborated with Space ID on the interior design with Glasgow-based Thomas Johnstone leading the refurbishment and Nixon project managing.

Managing Director of Manorview David Tracey explains, “The builders took it back to brick and left us with a shell of a building. Nothing has remained untouched, although we have not changed the layout too much.