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by megan gagnon DESIGNER-APPROVED DESTINATIONS
left: The 14,000 square-foot property includes three buildings: an 1800s carriage house, a Georgian mansion and a Greek Revival building. right: Among the custom details in The Artist room, a hand-carved wood fireplace and a bathroom with antique limestone, Moorish tile and a clawfoot tub.
Time Travel
Meet THE MAKER, a new hotel with old-world charm
Hudson, NewYork— where small-town charm meets big-city style—continues to attract creatives looking for an upstate escape. And now, among the antique shops, galleries, boutiques and restaurants that spill onto Warren Street in the heart of downtown, sits The Maker Hotel.
Lev Glazman and Alina Roytberg, co-founders of the Fresh beauty brand, partnered with hospitality expert Damien Janowicz to create an experience that marries historical design with modern amenities. Each of the eleven rooms in the three-building property were dreamed up to deliver inspiration and celebrate the work of makers (artisans, craftsmen, builders)
above left: Enjoy freshly baked goods and cozy seat at The Maker Café. above right: A welcoming patio and pool are ready for warmer weather. below: Dine under a canopy of lush greenery in The Maker Restaurant. with nods to nineteenthcentury Industrial, La Belle Époque, Art Deco and Mid-Century design periods. The team was mindful of integrating the elements that tell the story of the building’s original 1800s architecture, preserving original fireplaces, stained glass windows, mosaic tiles and hand-painted ceilings. Throughout the rooms and common spaces, visitors will find vintage décor and one-of-a-kind pieces, art from Glazman’s personal collection, Moroccan rugs and reproduced furniture from local Hudson Valley master craftsmen. With many of the custom creations also available for purchase (like the stunning Louis XV-style beds), guests can recreate their own Maker moments at home.
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above: The Lounge—wrapped in leather-clad walls—is tucked away in the building’s carriage house.
If you’re interested in venturing outside of your room, there is plenty to explore at The Maker. Executive chef Michael Poirkoff, formerly of Brooklyn-favorite Vinegar Hill House, oversees the culinary direction for all three dining spaces on site. Early risers can choose from a variety of daily-made pastries and viennoiseries at The Maker Café, which is also open for lunch. Staying for dinner?
Create your own in-room spa experience with towels and slippers by Frette, Fresh and Malin+Goetz beauty products and linen robes by Society Limonta. Make a reservation at The Maker Restaurant, and sample the contemporary American menu under the glass ceiling of the building’s conservatory. In continuing with their commitment to the community, Poirkoff works with local farmers to offer seasonal fare. A nightcap in the The Maker Lounge is a must, especially when you can find a seat in front of the Belgian Neoclassical fireplace.
The adjoining Gymnasium, outfitted with both an aesthete’s selection of vintage equipment and machines made for modern exercise enthusiasts, is available to hotel guests. If you’re more interested in Pilates than the pommel horse, check out the curated fitness offerings led by notable instructors and coaches. A unique Circus Physique program sounds especially intriguing, delivering a full-body workout using ground and aerial movements. Don’t leave without ordering a drink from the gorgeous juice bar, awash in the same saturated shades as the hotel.
And if you’re just looking to relax, the intimate common rooms on the ground floor are the perfect places to unwind. Arm yourself with a book from the library, or discover your own signature fragrance from The Maker collection (six eau de parfums). There are candles to take home, too, chic souvenirs that will remind you to book a return visit to Hudson and The Maker Hotel.
The Maker Hotel, 302 Warren Street Hudson, NY 12534, 518-509-2620; themaker.com
GET A ROOM
Choose from eleven distinct spaces, each with its own design personality
THE ARTIST Live out your bohemian loft dreams in a room with art from Francisco Zuniga, a plaster sculpture by Frederick Weinberg and a vintage painting easel.
THE GARDENER An 1870s restored Eastlake gas-lit cast-iron chandelier throws a soft glow on this studio space. Wrought-iron details appear throughout, including on the custom Maker bed.
THE CORNER STUDIO Share a room with Joan Crawford and her world of 1940s Hollywood glamour.
Destinations of Exceptional Character and Spirit
–Forbes Travel Guide
natural beauty and a rich heritage have drawn families to this coastal New England resort area for more than a century. Unforgettable experiences are infused with lasting traditions, unfaltering attention to detail and uncompromised personal service. Pampered pleasures include award-winning dining, private wine and culinary classes, resident naturalist activities, a full-service spa, croquet instruction, art experiences and the stunning Atlantic Ocean beach.
Enjoy 20-Star service with our OH Well program for health and safety. See our website for details, and reserve now for your treasured getaway.
