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brand guidelines Overview Brand Vision Brand Promise BRAND Positioning DNA / Personality BRAND VALUES Operating Philosophy OUR Guest OUR CULTURE HOTEL Guest Touchpoints RESIDENT TOUCHPOINTS DESIGN PRINCIPLES
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You know that thing you never knew you always wanted? It’s finally here. We’re that new friend who just gets you. We know what’s missing in your life. We know what you’re bored with. We can intuit what you need and when you’ll need it. You’ll feel like we read your mind. The collection of Hyde Hotels, Resorts, Residences, Lounges and Beach Clubs is redefining what it means to live, play and travel for design, tech and culture pioneers. Our guests are comfortable travelers who seek meaningful new experiences without breaking the bank. With an irreverent, bold and straightforward attitude, Hyde offers a genuine and immersive guest experience without all the unnecessary fuss and stress. The minute you arrive, we make you feel like a local, with access to sbe’s collection of properties, the places to see and be seen are always available to you. At Hyde, we want you to be yourself. We want to make you feel something, to be immersed in the sounds, the views, the laughter, the tastes, and the people that surround you and to
standard for travel and leisure and enticing them to experience each and every property.
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distinctly unique and singular experience that defines Hyde—becoming the customer’s new
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DNA. Elements of local art, attitudes, climate and culture infuse each property creating the
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To achieve this, every Hyde property is built upon a common foundation of core values and
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forget about the stress of home or work, at least for a little while.
VISION
BRAND VISION The new standard for lifestyle. As unique and memorable as you are. Anything but common, our properties will inspire you. Hyde Resorts, Hotels & Residences give life to original spaces that you never imagined you could stay, play or dine in. Striking the perfect balance between powerful
You might find yourself wishing you could live here. In fact, you can.
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innovation and functional timelessness.
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BRAND PROMISE It’s all about you. We are the canvas on which you can create your own experiences: memories that are distinctly your own in a place that’s unmistakably you.
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WE PROMISE.
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EVERYTHING YOU NEED. NOTHING YOU DON’T.
BRAND POSITIONING Hyde Resorts, Hotels & Residences delivers an inspired guest experiences without all the fuss. We offer a showcase of the latest innovations for travel and living for guests and locals alike. Our customers learn to live better through amenities and experiences that make their days more enriched, efficient and fulfilled. We provide the backdrop and inspiration for you to explore.
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FASHION + SOCIAL + MUSIC + ART
DNA/ PERSONALITY Depth of Character. Every property within the Hyde collection shares the same DNA, an innate personality that uniquely expresses itself in every locale to create a series of utterly distinct places all built upon a common core. We have a soul and a conscience, and you’ll see it pervades everything we do. At the heart of our personality is confidence and originality with an edge, the need to always be connected to the rest of the world and laughter, lots of laughter. We’re the “It Girl” who never goes out of style. The one that sets the trends and people naturally gravitate towards. Adventurous, bold and independent, she is always unflinchingly herself, but not afraid of reinvention.
with the most interesting culture of the day incorporated everywhere. You’ll want to download our playlists, you’ll find yourself googling the artists in our lobby (or
Connection fuels the constant evolution of Hyde Hotels. Whether it is providing seasonal food offerings, knowing all the must-see events and places in town, integrating the latest technology innovations or offering interiors fully engaged with the latest in fashion and design, Hyde Hotels will always deliver a guest experience ahead of the curve.
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benchmarks inspire the graphics, patterns, colors and moods of our spaces.
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get the flavor of local fashion, not to mention the cuisine. And all those cultural
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maybe running into them at the bar). A quick scan of our restaurant and you’ll
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Fashion, music, art and media feed our flames of curiosity. We live it and breathe it,
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BRAND VALUES At our core we value being: Straightforward
Approachable
Authentic
Inspired
Everything you need.
Yes our guests may be
We belong in our
We are on the continuous
Nothing you don’t. By
sophisticated and in-the-
neighborhood, and you will
search for catalysts of new
removing the unnecessary
know, but we don’t need
too. Local people and values put
ideas and will never stop
things that don’t elevate
pretentious service or
their stamp on every property.
innovating. We’ll do whatever
our customer’s stay we
stuffy spaces to prove it.
Think work by local artists in
it takes to provide the service
can provide high quality
Our employees are friendly
the lobby, adaptive re-use of
our customers truly want
experiences at an enticing
and interact in a way that’s
a beloved building, seasonal
in an environment that they
price point.
genuine, non-intrusive and
menus with locally grown
never imagined possible.
playful. Our interiors mirror
foods, or an online concierge
that same philosophy.
clued into the best local bands, galleries and clubs.
Atypical
High-Energy
Design-Conscious
Tech-Savvy
Guests, residents and locals
The energy of our public
Design and architecture is
Technology is uniquely,
alike are awakened by the
spaces does most of the
thoughtful yet surprising,
appropriately and seamlessly
creative and surprising
talking for us. We create
functional yet breathtaking,
integrated throughout the
spaces.
the mood and provide the
and specific to every locale.
public areas, rooms and
service, you and your friends bring it to life.
residences
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Our Operating Philosophy We get it. You’re busy. You probably just got off a long flight. Pleasantries are fine, but sometimes you’d rather skip them and get straight to your room. We’ll give you all the tools you need to get there with no extra hoops to jump through. Use our app, The Code, to help book your stay, find out what’s going on in your destination city or check in from the cab on your way from the airport, you’ll wonder why everybody doesn’t do it this way. Of course if you need a live person we’re there for you. But we promise we won’t overdo it. And when you do interact with us face to face it will be relaxed and genuine, no stuffiness here. We think spaces can be stylish and straightforward at the same time. We’re not trying to intimidate you or make you question if you belong—trust us, you do. Anything you need is easy to find, from the bar to the gym to the elevator to your
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room. No secrets. And when you get to your room you’ll be at home right away. The quality is topnotch, especially the stuff you really care about. Bed linens, the shower, the desk, the lighting. In-room technology is fast, and it doesn’t require a manual to figure out. Your experience will be memorable, better than you could have imagined, and just what you needed. Get comfortable and settle in. We’ve got you covered.
COMPETITIVE SET THE STANDARD HOTELS
ACE HOTELS
COMMUNE HOTELS & RESORTS
ALOFT
A place where you can
“We are not here to reinvent
“We create the kind of
“break rules” and live an
the hotel, but to readdress
distinct experiences that can
“exhibitionist lifestyle”
its conventions to keep them
transform your day, your trip,
“For the traveler open to possibilities, Aloft Hotels is a modern, fresh, and fun
without sacrificing quality
fresh, energized, human.”
or even your life.”
KIMPTON HOTELS
THE JAMES HOTELS
W HOTELS
VICEROY HOTELS & RESORTS
“Kimpton puts the fun back in travel by seeing to it that you’re inspired by our playful touches and feel cared for in
“Artistically Inspired.
“Retreat to surprising, sensory
“In skyscraping cities and
Environmentally Thoughtful.
environments where amplified
pacesetting playgrounds,
entertainment, vibrant lounges,
Viceroy Hotels and Resorts
modern guestrooms and
embody the essence of style
innovative cocktails and cuisine
and service.”
destination.”
and service.
every sense of the word.”
Community Focused.”
create more than just a hotel experience, but a luxury lifestyle destination.”
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Our Culture
Our Guest
The people you’ll meet here – including other guests, our
Whether for work or pleasure (and often they are the same),
employees, residents, people here just to hang out – are
travel always excites me. I like to immerse myself in the
cut from a different cloth. Innovators, early adopters,
local culture and connect with the people and places that
pioneers. Thinkers who don’t take themselves too seriously.
give my destination character. I want to get a taste for how
Trendsetters, not fashion victims. People who get things
the community lives in every city I visit, and I want great
done, but know how to have fun doing it. It’s who you are
stories and photos to share online and when I get home.
and who you want to be around.
I’m independent and don’t like a lot of unnecessary fuss,
The tone is set by our crack team of staff as well as the voice
protocols or paperwork. I don’t need to check my bag. I
of our website, social media presence, app, and signage.
don’t need a bellman to carry it to my room. I use my phone,
Our credo is to be serious and professional and genuine
tablet or laptop for pretty much everything I ever do.
and lighthearted all at once. We’ll figure out what you need without being nosy, and you’ll realize right away that you’re in good hands. We’ll be real with you, and hopefully make you laugh along the way.
I know what I like and I’m not afraid to show it, wear it, say it, or share it. It isn’t always about luxury – in fact I can be put off when things are too opulent. I want to be surrounded by people that like similar things and inspire me. I appreciate new ideas, expressions, and concepts. I’m passionate and in-the-know, and my interests extend beyond fashion and trends. I’m always looking for the next new thing.
TARGET CONSUMER Demographics
Psychographics
Age: 25-49 with core age: 30-44
Thought Leaders & Creative Types. Inspired by
Experienced 4 & 5-star hotel and dining guests Lifestyle experience seeker
personality and their desired public personae. Social, full of personality, young-at-heart. Like to have fun.
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Mix of leisure and business travelers
Expresses personal style as an extension of their
Curious beings. Strong appetite for new social and cultural experiences. Desire to see and do what locals do.
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Mix of local, national and international travelers
authentic. Ahead of the curve on trends.
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Urban/metro dwellers
Sophisticated eye for design. Recognize what’s
Craves authentic experiences and interactions.
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Professionals, early-adopters, creatives, hipsters
innovation in products and experiences.
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HHI $75K+
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HOTEL GUEST TOUCHPOINTS
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HOTEL GUEST TOUCHPOINTS WHERE SHOULD I STAY?
might need for your trip to be one to
Whether you hear about us from your
remember. Once you’ve checked in,
friends Instagram pics, word of mouth
The Code allows you to message our
or through one of our partnerships with
concierge directly, as well as access
one of your favorite brands, the moment
the local Hyde blog posts and social
you check out Hyde online, our graphic,
interactions that will make you want to
eye-catching, informative and highly
experience everything your destination
social website will let you know this is
city has to offer.
your place. Little bonuses like a blog give commentary about what’s going on
HOW DO I FIND YOU? WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW WHEN I GET THERE?
locally.
We anticipate your arrival with a welcome
WHAT SHOULD I DO? WHERE SHOULD I EAT? WHERE SHOULD WE GO?
message containing everything you need: links to maps, car services, local weather,
sbe’s proprietary app, The Code,
key local news and events, etc sent to you
provides a virtual concierge to direct
via The Code.
you to everything that’s going on
I JUST NEED A KEY…
and facilitates making reservations, buying tickets, connecting you to the sbe collection and everything else you
Form the moment you walk in the door, you’ll know what we’re made of and
what’s in store. Fun, fashionable, but
Rooms have simple, intuitive layouts
fingertips, and as a guest or resident
all on your own terms. With self-service
with exactly what you need plus a few
you’re guaranteed access.
remote check in via The Code you can
indulgences like phenomenal linens and
skip the formalities and get straight to
a soothing shower. In room collateral is
I NEED TO WORKOUT AFTER ALL THAT FOOD.
your room. If you need help, we’re right
useful and fun to read with a tongue-in-
A fitness center with all the basics, such
there to walk you through and get you
cheek attitude.
as, weights and cardio are available, and
everything you need. Since connectivity issues can really put a damper on a good time or a productive day, reliable highspeed wireless is available throughout the property, free, of course. WHERE DO I GO NOW? I JUST WANT TO RELAX FOR A MINUTE. No nonsense space planning makes
Services are non-traditional too, like a mini-bar featuring the snacks and goodies you actually want without the typical stuffy or overpriced items. Likewise room service is designed to get you what you want and when you want it, no hassles.
enticing enough that you’ll want to do it. Smart use of technology helps you track your workouts and plug yourself in so you can multi-task. TIME TO GET SOME WORK DONE/HAVE SOME FUN With innovative, flexible event spaces we have all your bases covered, whether it’s
experience of getting there gives you
LET’S GRAB A DRINK, MEET OUR FRIENDS and SEE WHAT THIS PLACE HAS TO OFFER
more of a sense of our ethos. Corridors
Essential to every Hyde property is a
and events staff allow for flexible and
and elevators are far from boring.
buzzworthy restaurant and lounge ideal
casual gatherings.
Great art, design, lighting and features
for casual meet ups and quick bites.
communicate a sense of place – both
Fully programmed public spaces assure
SEE YOU NEXT TIME!
Hyde’s and that of our city.
that everywhere you go is full of life
AHH, FINALLY MY ROOM!
and energy. Because Hyde is a leading
We know what you really want to
nightlife purveyor in every city we’re
do when you arrive. You want to get
in, you can be assured that many of the
straight to your room and settle in.
hottest venues in town will be at your
finding your way around a breeze. The
for work or entertaining or something in between. Our innovative space planning
Casual, non-intrusive communications from Hyde after your stay will assure you that you left your mark and keep you in the know about the offerings of our brand. We hope we left our mark on you, too.
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RESIDENT TOUCHPOINTS
RESIDENT TOUCHPOINTS I can live here?!? Select properties will have residences incorporated into the building, creating a deeper sense of community and a local population who embodies the vibe of Hyde. Where residences are offered, additional exclusive amenities and offerings will be added. These may include any of the following: •
Personal Shopping On Demand
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3 Complimentary nights per year at any Hyde Hotel
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20% discount on all F&B and Spa services
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Common-Area Cleaning and Maintenance
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Controlled Access to Residential Floors
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Controlled Access to Parking Garage
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24 - Hour Concierge Service
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24 - Hour Room Service
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Package Delivery Services
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Resident Valet Parking
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Pool & Pool Bar Access
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Access to Fitness Center with Personal Training and Nutritional Services On Demand
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Access to the Spa
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Private Library
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Residence Housekeeping On Demand
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Transportation Services
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Laundry & Dry Cleaning Services
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Plant Care
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Babysitting Enrollment in SLS Founders and ability to participate in all its benefits
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WE HAVE OUR PRINCIPLES.
DESIGN PRINCIPLES Everything you encounter at Hyde Resorts, Hotels & Residences is designed with a forward-looking ethos that goes beyond trends. Our architecture, interiors, visual style and online presence are: Bold AND full of personality.
Connected to place.
Our designs will stimulate and
We want you to experience the
surprise you. Maybe mixed patterns,
richness of your destination, not
lots of textures, a punk rock vibe,
forget where you are, so our designers
color blocking. You won’t be bored.
will take cues from the locale.
Clean but not exactly minimal.
Inspired by fashion, art AND music.
We think design can be richly
Design doesn’t happen in a
layered but timeless and functional
vacuum—it’s in constant dialogue
all at once. Our spaces hit the perfect
with other creative fields. We’re
mark between fussy and austere.
keyed in to contemporary culture and you’ll see that influence in all
Immersive AND appealing to all OF the senses.
We don’t go halfway. Our designers will work every angle to make you fall in love with every space. Surprising, clever, and quick-witted. Maybe a little irreverent at times.
From our signage to the tone of our marketing materials to an inroom amenities package that will make you smile, we’re friendly, conversational, quick on our toes.
our spaces.
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