Hospitality Brochure
WHO WE ARE
BOKA Powell delivers Solutions that Inspire. Our passion is guided by more than over 45 years of experience creating compelling, flexible, cost-effective design solutions that directly respond to our clients’ needs. From concept to construction, our emphasis on open communication and collaboration ensures consistent results that exceed expectations.
The definition of successful design, regardless of the project scale, extends beyond creating visually stimulating design solutions. BOKA Powell’s ability to deliver a wide variety of domestic and international projects resides in our commitment to respond effectively to diverse budget, schedule, and efficiency goals, while exceeding our clients’ expectations for design excellence. Our full-service architecture, planning and interior design project teams, based in Dallas, Austin, and Fort Worth, Texas are configured to provide a consistently high level of service across all phases of a project. Our clients benefit from a team of experts with both international experience and intimate knowledge of the regions where they live and work. Each team is led by a Principal who maintains a hands-on leadership role throughout the duration of each project, affording our clients access to the programming, design and project management systems that we have refined over more than 40 years of practice.
FIRM CULTURE
PHILOSOPHY
The definition of successful design, regardless of the project scale, extends beyond creatingvisually compelling design solutions.
BOKA Powell’s ability to deliver a wide variety of domestic and international projects resides in our commitment to respond effectively to diverse budget, schedule, and efficiency goals, while exceeding our client’s expectations for design excellence. Each team is led by a Principal who maintains a hands-on leadership role throughout the duration of each project, giving our clients access to the programming, design and project management systems that we have refined over 45 years of practice.
DESIGN
Great design solutions often spring from the collaborative discussion of multiple design options within the team of designers, the client and consultants. We compare and review these options, and through a process of deletion and selection, synthesize the solutions to meet our client’s needs. A wide range of tools are utilized to communicate design ideas, including physical models, hand sketches, 3D renderings and fly-throughs. By involving the entire project team, we achieve our goals of creating consensus and minimizing road blocks.
COMMUNICATION
BOKA Powell utilizes an effective communication style that brings order to the multiple ways team member’s interface by supporting tools they use, including conference calls, e-mail, and Microsoft Teams and video conferencing. Our online management of project information including meeting notes, design presentations, field reports and construction documents allows the client and consultant team to have continuous, yet controlled, access for review, mark-up, and group discussion. Our utilization of Building Information Modeling (BIM) has further enhanced the ability of the consultant team to coordinate complex building systems and discover cost-saving solutions.
FIRM STRENGTH
8080 is a creative and dynamic interiors studio within BOKA Powell, specializing in Hospitality. We thrive on pushing the boundaries of design, crafting experiences that are unique to each client and location.
Each project is led by a principal. We begin by listening intently to our clients. We then propose creative design solutions, always showing our clients what they have asked for first and then proposing reasonable alternatives. Finally, we celebrate the fulfillment our clients’ dreams. DESIGN. CURATE. EXPERIENCE.
HOSPITALITY BRAND EXPERIENCE
Bowie House Hotel
Fort Worth, Texas
Bowie House, Auberge Resorts Collection, uniquely merges the classic Western charm of Texas with modern sophistication in Fort Worth. As the city’s only luxury hotel of its kind, it embodies an urban sanctuary that celebrates the local culture, from its rich museum heritage to its vibrant equestrian scene. Designed with a vision of blending traditional Texas style with contemporary luxury, the property offers inviting communal spaces, gourmet dining, and an array of social activities, making it a dynamic gathering place.
The hotel’s design reflects a “tailored eclectic” approach, combining romantic city culture cues with modern aesthetics. From the dramatic entrance featuring a bespoke chandelier to the luxurious guest rooms adorned with original art and custom finishes, every detail is meticulously crafted. The interior spaces boast a rich collection of artworks, including pieces by renowned artists, alongside hand-crafted leather goods and bespoke materials, providing guests with a unique and immersive experience.
Facing the challenge of balancing luxury with a residential feel, the project was realized through careful sourcing and negotiation, reducing costs without compromising the ambitious vision. Bowie House stands as a testament to Fort Worth’s unique character, offering an unparalleled experience for those seeking to immerse themselves in the blend of tradition and modern luxury.
Arlington, Texas
Caravan Court Hotel draws its unique charm from the golden era of the automotive industry, the optimistic adventures associated with highway travel, and the quintessential American motel culture of the early 1960s. These three foundational experiences form the heart of our inspiration for this project.
Motels, originally known as motor hotels, gained popularity in the 1920s with the advent of the United States Numbered Highway System. These establishments revolutionized travel, offering a mix of quick
stopovers and vacation lodgings. They emphasized outdoor spaces over indoor amenities, featuring open-air courtyards, exterior corridors for easy parking, and central attractions like swimming pools, fire pits, and lawn games to encourage social interaction among guests.
Situated along Arlington’s Auto Aisle, Caravan Court Hotel provides a tranquil escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. Whether you’re here to catch a game, enjoy a live music festival, or explore Arlington’s classic car show, our hotel offers convenience, comfort, and the promise of unforgettable memories in the heart of Arlington’s vibrant entertainment scene.
At Caravan Court, guests are immersed in spaces that evoke the elegance of Mid-Century design, drawing inspiration from 1960s art, architecture, and automotive aesthetics. Our design captures the picturesque landscapes of the Great Southwest’s open roads, combined with the warmth of classic American motel hospitality. Just as vintage films can be beautifully restored, Caravan Court reimagines the nostalgia of the past through a contemporary lens, perfectly suited for today’s discerning travelers.
Caravan Court Hotel
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Inspired by the Oklahoma ranch and its surrounding landscape, Canter Hotel tells a story that celebrates the allure of the American West. This unique retreat seamlessly blends the rugged charm of cowboy culture with the grace and heritage of Native American traditions. Canter Hotel celebrates a bygone era of the frontier by encouraging storytelling within the warm embrace of western hospitality. Taking a residential approach, the interiors feel less like a hotel and more like you have entered a well-appointed ranch home that pays homage to the historical authenticity and rustic elegance of traditional Oklahoman ranches. Drawing inspiration from the Mercurial Mare and the spirited gait of the cantering horse, the design ethos encapsulates the essence of Oklahoma’s rich and varied history through a distinctly feminine lens.
Canter Hotel
Surf & Sand Resort
Laguna Beach, California
BOKA Powell is providing a full renovation of the legendary Surf and Sand Resort, nestled along the mesmerizing Pacific Ocean in Laguna Beach, California. Prepare to embark on an unforgettable journey of “Classic California Oceanfront Luxury.” The project encompasses the transformation of guestrooms, suites, penthouses, and an array of public spaces and amenities. This includes a breathtaking outdoor arrival area, an inviting lobby that sets the tone for elegance and a cozy lobby lounge for unwinding. The amenities include the renowned Splashes restaurant and bar with its world class culinary delights, stateof-the-art meeting rooms, a grand ballroom for unforgettable events, a rejuvenating fitness center, an indulgent spa, and a captivating pool deck for ultimate relaxation.
Austin, Texas
PROJECT SIZE
5 Stories / 3 Buildings; 440 Apartments; 85,000 SF Retail
Once a predominantly single story, 1960’s era, surface-parked retail strip center on nine prime acres just south of downtown, Lamar Union is now a vibrant, vertical mixed-use community. Two of the iconic former tenants, The Alamo Drafthouse Cinema and The Highball, were rejuvenated and expanded to anchor the new development, along with seven new restaurants, local retailers, 440 apartment units, and more than 1,300 structured parking spaces.
The BOKA Powell design team worked within the existing entitlements and in consultation with the neighborhood association to accommodate the developer’s required program, while addressing neighbors’ concerns regarding traffic, affordable housing, pedestrian and bicycle connectivity and water quality.
Lamar Union
Lamar Union has been honored with multiple awards, including the 2017 Urban Land Institute Austin “Impact Award” for Multi-Family; the Austin Business Journal’s Multi-Family Project of the Year for 2017; AIA Austin (local) and Texas Society of Architects (state-wide) Design Awards; and recognition by the City of Austin as a model project for the “Imagine Austin” comprehensive plan.
Four Seasons Residences
Austin, Texas
PROJECT SIZE
32 Story Building / 148 Condos / 425,537 SF 10,079 SF - Retail / 201,911 SF Parking Garage In association with Michael Graves & Associates Austin Green Energy’s Three-Star Rating
A 32-story tower in downtown Austin, Texas is home to the Four Seasons Residences. One hundred forty eight condominiums sit atop 10,000 square feet of retail and restaurant shell at street level. An outdoor pool, fitness center, entertainment room, and library on the 32nd floor take advantage of stunning views of the city of Austin and the Texas Hill Country. A 446-space parking garage is integrated into the design of the building podium. In keeping with Austin’s conscious efforts to reduce natural resource consumption, the project is designed to meet U.S. Green Building Council LEED® certification standards.
Lincoln Ventures engaged BOKA Powell for a new landmark residential development at 2400 Seton. This project will provide a striking addition to the Austin skyline and West Campus area. Primarily targeted at local students, this residential tower will sit at 30 stories or 320 ft in height. 241 Units in a variety of configurations ranging from studio to 6 bed and bath will create 797 beds that will occupy 25 residential levels in addition to four floors of above grade parking, totaling 101 spaces. The ground floor will provide access to the lobby and a lounge area with an integrated coffee bar. Multiple amenities will be provided to tenants including a rooftop infinity pool with private cabana style lounge space, a fitness deck, and a dedicated mezzanine level with multiple study rooms, meeting space and lounge zones. Construction is expected to commence in September of 2020 and be complete by spring of 2022.
2400 Seton Austin, Texas
The Waterloo Hotel is a 27 Story, 382-key upscale, boutique hotel development located in Austin, Texas. The hotel sits on an approximately one-half acre site on the northeast corner of Red River Street and 12th street in conjunction with a full-executed 99 year ground lease. The hotels vertical design will include multiple levels of hotel atop a two and a half level above-grade parking podium. The podium is being designed so that one of the levels may be re-purposed in future for amenity or office space. The lobby experience begins on the 7th floor Sky Lounge, providing sweeping views of the capitol building and access to an outdoor terrace. An infinity pool on the 26th level will compliment a lower cantilevered lounge area. The hotel will feature multiple culinary venues and bars, a banquet hall, cocktail lounges, fitness facilities, a business center and multiple other high-end amenities.
Waterloo Park Hotel Hilton Curio
In association with Andersson-Wise
1,100,000 SF
250
159
The Block 21 project in Austin combines a dynamic set of program elements to create a new urban center for the city. This 1,100,000 square-foot project includes the 250-key W Hotel, 159 luxury condominiums, restaurants, office and retail. In addition, the new television broadcast studio and performance venue for PBS’ “Austin City Limits” musical revue and an extensive below-grade parking garage are included in the building podium. The project has achieved LEED® Silver certification.
W Hotel & Residences
Austin, Texas
LEED Silver
Architects
PROJECT SIZE
Key W Hotel
Condos
Dallas, Texas LEED Gold
In association with 5G Studio / Vivian Nichols Associates
PROJECT SIZE
1,200,000 SF
1,001 Keys
This unique public-private partnership with Matthews Southwest, Inc. is the City of Dallas’ largest development, with $346 million secured through public financing. The facility includes 110,000 square feet of ballroom and meeting rooms, a fitness center, premier spa, and outdoor pool. Upscale restaurants and retail welcome out-of-town guests, conventioneers, and local residents. The hotel features a direct connection via sky-bridge to the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center and a 720-stall garage. Stunning, dynamic color LED panels illuminate all sides of the building’s façade, providing an impressive, highly visible branding opportunity for convention hosts.
Omni Dallas Convention Center Hotel
Hotel Born Denver, Colorado
PROJECT SIZE
308,000 GSF In Association with: SempleBrown Design
Following a competitive selection process, BOKA Powell was chosen to work with Denver-based SempleBrown Design to craft a 12-story mixed-use tower in the Union Station area of downtown Denver. The transit-oriented development directly connects with the Denver Regional Transportation District (RTD) light rail system via an iconic arc-shaped platform designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, LLP (SOM). A 183-key full-service Kimpton hotel occupies a third of the tower, with four floors of boutique office space running beside in a twin mass rising alongside and connected via a sky bridge on the second floor. A fitness center and restaurant serve the hotel, while meeting rooms, ballrooms and a boardroom provide congress space. Roof decks on the third floor and along the office tower overlook the bustling Union Station development. The entire mixed-use block sits atop two levels of below-grade structured parking to support each use.
Hilton Dallas/Plano Granite Park
Plano, Texas
PROJECT SIZE
9 Stories
299 Keys
261,000 GSF
37,500 SF Conference Center
The Granite Park Hotel in Plano is part of the dynamic Granite Park mixed-use development located at the intersection of the Sam Rayburn Tollway (State Hwy. 121) and the Dallas North Tollway. This 261,000 square foot project includes the 299-key Hilton hotel, 37,500 square feet of conference space, including pre-function areas, and 105,000 square feet of structured parking. The hotel serves the surrounding Granite Park office development and is supported by a full-service restaurant within the hotel and retail and restaurants within the property. Amenities include a technology lounge, grab-and-go market, sundry shop, rooftop pool, and fitness center. Granite Properties engaged BOKA Powell to provide complete architectural design, interior design and construction administration services for this project. The build-out at Granite Park is being executed based on a master plan created by BOKA Powell. The three completed office towers and one new tower slated for construction in 2013 were also designed by BOKA Powell.
Texican Court PROJECT
BOKA Powell worked with Houston-based Valencia Group and international design firm Rottet Studio to design a 148-key hotel project immediately adjacent to the Irving Convention Center in the Las Colinas Urban Center. The Mexican-inspired Route 66-style property is playful and lively, with unique finishes and
design elements throughout. The property includes a three-meal restaurant, tequila bar, conference center and meeting rooms. Guest rooms open to landscaped courtyards and include stylish furnishings and clawfoot tubs.
The Lumen
Dallas, Texas
BOKA Powell provided complete architectural design and interior design services for the expansion of The Lumen. Directly adjacent to Southern Methodist University, this full-service hotel is operated by Kimpton Hotels. The three-story expansion adjoins the existing hotel, adding 36 new guest rooms and amenities that include a casual, elegant restaurant and bar, a lushly landscaped outdoor pool and deck, and a rooftop terrace with stunning views of downtown Dallas and the SMU campus. The design vision for the expansion was to capture the scale of the existing minimalist structure and accentuate its concept of “framed views” by maximizing windows in rooms and creating formal apertures with repetitive cube forms. The resulting open plan ground floor integrates the existing and new buildings with pavilions that flow together, linked by view corridors. The new common areas and guest rooms are finished in a sophisticated style with elegant modern furnishings.
Rendered in a sophisticated, modern-rustic style, Hotel Ajax will be an engaging urban resort setting, welcoming hotel guests to high-altitude escapes and residents to their mountain homes. The property will nestle into the historic streetscape of Telluride, a winter sports and summer recreation destination. The mixed-use complex will include a full-service 50-key hotel and 14 luxury condominiums with separate lobby entrances, a restaurant, coffee shop, rooftop bar and structured parking to accommodate 44 vehicles. The four-story structure reflects the architectural style of the surrounding village. The building mass steps back from the street to maintain a respectful scale in the context of the town. Large windows will offer grand views of the adjacent peaks.
