Renaissance
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Project • By BoysPlayNice • Hotels
The Former Měšťák Hotel Český Krumlov
Author's report The hotel rooms are located in the former Měšťák Hotel, in the very centre of Český Krumlov. Originally three separate Gothic houses from the 14th century were joined into one complex in the 1950s. Unfortunately, the houses have undergone several large renovations during their life (last one in the 1990s), having had most of their original details, with a few exceptions removed. One of such exceptions is the 'presidential suite' with its preserved carved Renaissance beam ceiling. In the design, we tried to bring the buildings' long lost nobleness back into the rooms and also introduce something from its original features - wooden beam ceiling and parquet floors. The other materials and details are completely contem... More
Project • By Virserius Studio • Hotels
Renaissance Paris La Defense
These Virserius Studio-designed and renovated rooms were completed in 2016. Located in the La Défense business district, the hotel's revitalized new look combines distinctly French refinement with modern touches and artistic ‘moments’ that Virserius Studio is known for. Each room was conceived to bring lightness and warmth, and offer a respite from the action and commerce of this bustling central Paris neighborhood. Neutral colors were chosen, complemented by pops of bright colors, while textured walls were added to give an element of depth to each space. Guests can choose among different suites where they will be treated to an experience and comfort found only at home.
Virserius Studio completed the second phase of the... More