Project Area: 500㎡ | Property type: historic building | Design Type : Interior Design
In recent decades, the ever-evolving tourism landscape has prompted cities to offer a wider array of hotel experiences. Today's travelers are no longer merely seeking impeccable services; they crave authentic and unique local experiences, driving cities like Budapest, with its rich architectural lineage, to reinvent and repurpose historical structures into boutique hotels.
Our latest project epitomizes this trend, breathing new life into an early 20th-century residential building with street-level shops in the heart of Budapest. In collaboration with a renowned architect, the transformation journey from historical edifice to boutique retreat began.
The once fragmented commercial spaces on the ground floor now meld into a singular, cohesive area, serving as both reception and bistro. This revamped space not only provides guests with a breakfast area but also immerses them in the city's historical essence. Meanwhile, the apartments above underwent a metamorphosis to accommodate varied room configurations, catering to the diverse needs of modern travelers.
Our interior architectural vision extends beyond mere aesthetics. It comprises innovative designs for the hotel's communal areas on the ground floor, coupled with a detailed pilot study for a quintessential hotel room. The project champions the building's integral architectural and structural facets, reimaging them in a modern-day context.
Upon entering, guests are greeted by the seamless integration of the lobby and bistro. While this space exudes a modern flair, it gracefully complements, without overshadowing, the building's historical grandeur. The design approach leans towards the theatrical, inserting independent elements into the building's raw framework.
The rough aesthetic of the unpainted, brick walls and concrete flooring juxtaposes beautifully with the refined elements. These contrasting features seem ephemeral, crafting an ambiance of relaxed sophistication.
Binding these diverse elements is the gleaming brass ceiling, echoed in select furniture and partitions.
The room designs fuse ground floor components with the building's primary stylistic features. Elements emblematic of the early 20th-century, such as wood panelings, frames, and marble finishes, have been seamlessly reincorporated. Paired with contemporary furniture, which nods to art nouveau aesthetics, these rooms become a harmonious blend of history and modernity.
In collaboration with the architect, we're proud to have created an environment that offers guests both the nostalgia of Budapest's rich architectural heritage and the comforts of contemporary luxury. This Budapest Boutique Hotel stands as a testament to the city's vibrant past and promising future.