The Guerlain Spa

PROJECT Guerlain Spa at the Waldorf = Astoria New York New York, NY

Retained by Hilton Hotels Corporation, AC Martin has designed the new Guerlain Spa and Fitness Center, operated by Spa Chakra, at the world famous Waldorf=Astoria. Located on Park Avenue in the heart of luxurious New York City, the 14,000 SF spa and fitness center on the 19th floor features the Guerlain product line, a world leader in beauty for nearly 200 years, and the ground breaking therapies of Spa Chakra.

AC Martin has rejuvenated and redefined luxury urban-spa design. The scheme was conceived to integrate with Spa Chakra’s unique operational practices and the tradition of luxury associated with Guerlain. The signature guest experience is a personalized one, with increased standards of service and privacy. There are a total of 16 treatment rooms, including one couples’ suite, a hydrotherapy room and two Vichy suites.

Rich and carefully selected materials – marble, mosaic tiles, cast glass, custom crystal light fixtures and natural woods – are warm and neutral in tone and are precisely detailed in a minimalist manner yielding tranquil spaces that are uncluttered and sophisticated. It was important to acknowledge and celebrate the history and grace of the Waldorf=Astoria Hotel while giving shape, color and form to this state-of-the-art luxury spa. The project approach was one of urban glamour in a classical mood. The aim was to reflect the special qualities of this renowned hotel reinterpreted in a sophisticated modern manner.

Antique Guerlain Perfume Bottle Display

Reception Lobby

Reception Lounge

Crystal Pendant and Water Feature

Retail Space and Footbath

Footbath Lounge

Treatment Room

Treatment Room

Treatment Room Vanity and Hydrotherapy Room

Fitness Center

Hallway and Elevator Lobby

Floor Plan

Reception & Retail

Treatment Room

Double Treatment Room & Wet Treatment Room

Footbath & Lounge

Fitness Center & Locker Rooms

Waldorf=Astoria

Guerlain Spa Client: Size: Completion: Location:

Key Points:

Hilton Hotels - Waldorf=Astoria 14,000 GSF 2008 New York, NY (Manhattan)

• Art Deco landmark hotel; • Guerlain Spa is providing services and exclusive product lines; • Sixteen treatment rooms, including two Vichy suites, one hydro suite, and one couples’ suite; • Overall design aims to reflect the special qualities of this renowned hotel - reinterpreted “Urban Chic”; • Marble, mosaic tiles, and natural woods create a quiet and light respite to the active City below.

Awards:

American Institute of Architects, San Fernando Valley Chapter Citation Award, 2008 Interior Design Magazine, Best of Year Awards, Finalist Nominee (Best of Year: Spas), 2008 Featured in the October 2008 issue of Interior Design Magazine, “In The Still Of The Heights”