Renovation
Lobby
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SERA Architects
The Nines A LUXURY COLLECTION HOTEL
A taste of local art.
Odot OREGON DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Setting the stage.
lobby A GRAND ARRIVAL
STRATEGIES Add lighting to accentuate the gorgeous coffered ceiling. Replace column, panel and trim colors, to brighten the room and contrast the ceiling. Locate a linear runner to direct circulation through the center aisle of the lobby. Remove two sections of the stairs leading to the salon to create a focused entry and accommodate more seating. Utilize signature color to establish identity and assist in wayfinding.
Accentuate beautiful details.
reception TO DRAW YOUR ATTENTION
STRATEGIES Locate in arrival hall for effective wayfinding. Develop focal point in beautiful lighting and rich drapery, above and behind the reception desk. Mirrored brass reception desk reflects the beautiful ceiling overhead. Drapery reinforces signature color.
Reimagine the business center as a stately salon.
salon A REGAL ROOM FOR RELAXATION
STRATEGIES Bringing life to a barren room, focusing on color, comfort, nobility and nature. Improved ceiling design adds brightness and texture to room. A dark, glossy palette with large, glowing fireplace plus casual seating will invite lingering. Utilize signature color to reinforce identity and assist in wayfinding.
Create an attraction that connects the guest suites.
passage ENTICING GUESTS TO EXPLORE THE GOVERNOR STRATEGIES Direct the movement in the connector between the 11th Ave lobby and the historic Governor guest suites. Minimize niches and back of house doors to enforce clarity in the direction of travel. Add richness and detail to match the elegance of historic spaces. Replace existing flooring to complement lobby tile. Revise ceiling design. Develop design element that entices guests to journey between buildings. Utilize color to reinforce identity and assist in wayfinding.
Create an anchor that reinforces the hotel identity.
elevators & corridors ADDING DISTINCTION TO EACH FLOOR, TO EACH ROOM
STRATEGIES Create a dramatic vignette to punctuate each elevator lobby. Add richness and detail to match the elegance of historic spaces. Repaint doors to reinforce hotel identity.
Enhancing the architecture with inspiring colors.
meeting space REJUVENATING THE BALLROOMS
STRATEGIES Investigate the potential for an upscale tenant adjacent to the Lobby, replacing the current Starbucks location. Move Fitness Center to create a leasable Alder Street storefront. Relocate Fitness Center to the Vault Room, in order to activate an interesting and under-utilized space. Relocate Fitness Center to a renovated basement. Renovate Pool to create a spa, enhancing the hotel amenities.
Adding character to reinforce the hotel as a boutique accommodation.
guest rooms HONORING HISTORY THROUGH LAYERS OF DETAIL
STRATEGIES Add richness and detail to the match the elegance of historic spaces. Incorporate antique accessories with contemporary art to create a refined, yet fresh guest experience. Create an aesthetic that balances formal sophistication with the comfortable, casualness of Portland
Exterior - precedence
Exterior - concept
Lobby - before
Lobby - concept
Bar - before
Bar - concept
Salon - before
Salon - concept
Guest room - before
Guest room - concept
Corridor - before
Corridor - concept
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