HOTELS.COM
Flagship Office & Training Space
Final Design Proposal
By Cindy Jovic
CONCEPTBOARD
Inspired by Hotels.com’s brand essence: empowering travellers to explore confidently across different time zones, hemispheres, cultures, & languages. With eclectic style influences drawing inspiration from all over the world - a concept that compliments & resonates with Hotel.com’s all-inclusive & diverse target market; the Cosmopolitan traveller.
Including people from many different countries
Familiar with & at ease in many different countries & cultures
Having an exciting & glamorous character associated with travel & a mixture of cultures
A cosmopolitan person: someone well-travelled, cultured, broadminded, aware, polished & liberal
CONCEPTEXPLORATION
As elements & principles:
Mixing materials
Mixing shapes
Mixing patterns/textures
Combining opposites - to create interest & create a balanced whole
SAMPLEBOARD
Eclectic & versatie stylistic scheme with colourful accents ensures:
1. Encouragement of confident exporation, the essence of Hotelcom’s brand philosophy
2. Strategic use of colour is appropriate for & appeas to all age groups
3. Appeals to the curious & adventurous target market, inciting memories of exotc travels
Boudoir Acoustic Wallpaper by Elitis
SAMPLEBOARD (CONTINUED)
Wabi-Sabi Style Travertine-Cement Pendant Lamp
JapandiinfluencesaddtotheCosmopolitanatmosphere
Abstractshapes&opposingcoloursgenerateinterest
Ye lowhuesareoptim stic, oyful&encouraging
Shelby
Asooth ngshadeofblue,createsasenseofelegance&tranqui ity
Rosa
Thestatementpieceinspiringthedesignscheme
Turkish
Secondarystoneusedforcoffeetables
Anvers Pendant Light
Contemporarylighting;sleeklines&layeredheightscreatedepth&v sualinterest
Venetian
OriginatinginVenice,Italyinthe15thcentury,addingtothe istofgloba inf uences
Portofino Timber Flooring in Herringbone
RealEuropeanOaktimberveneercreateswarmth&emphasizesbiophil cdesign, enhancinghea th&wel being
Thestatementpieceofthetrainingroom
Createsamoody,intimate,comfortingeffect
Etched & Threaded E611 Carpet
Energiz ng&relax ngshadeofgreen
Aboldmagnetashade,incitingpassion&energy
Seafoam Fabric by Panaz
Noir Marble by Avant Stone
Travertine from Casa Blanco
Plaster from Dulux
Black Patina Feature Ceiling Finish
Velvet Acoustic Wallpaper by Texdecor
Lot 54: Composition Artwork by Erna Rosenstein
Charmille Fabric by Nobilis Paris
Ostro Sconce by Simone & Marcel
Reeded Glass & Steel (Conference Room) Framing System
Mystere Velvet Fabric in Moss by Warwick Fabrics
Ohm Acoustic Panels by Woven Image
Victory Velvet Fabric in Red/Pink by Warwick Fabrics
FLOORPLAN Focal-point layout
Benefits of activity-based working:
Increased collaboration, flexibility + freedom
Employee empowerment
Increased creativity
Morale & teamwork
Activity & engagement
Most balanced + meets spatial requirements of the brief: Reception area - seating for 1x person, close proximity to admin office
Ample seating for visitors
Coffee bench in lobby - visitors feel welcome
Glass walled training room - centrepiece of layout: large & flexible (10-20 pax), acoustic curtains adapt to needs of training session = privacy & noise reduction
Spacious admin. & interview rooms with plenty of natural light
Versatile breakout/collab space (20 pax)
Dedicated hot-desking area & quiet booth
Generously sized kitchen facilities: versatile kitchen island/bar easily adapts to events
Situated on level 18, boasts stunning North-West facing views towards Barangaroo & Harbour Bridge, directly visible from lobby, offices, kitchen/break-out & tiered feature seating areas
In summary, provides biggest amount of work settings possible (introverted & extroverted), catering to every work style imaginable (casual to more formal)
On-trend - open-plan & activity based
End result: a strategically considered space, combining global stylistic influences with latest trends in office design to create a functional & attractive design
LOBBY/RECEPTION
Global influences – décor & artworks
Clear brand signage made from re-purposed plastic waste - in keeping with Hotels.com's brand aesthetic & environmentally responsible
WORKAREAS
Ample seating for visitors
Locker area with floating bench
Dedicated hotdesking & quiet booth for tasks requiring quiet & focus
OFFICES
Reinforced steel bars - repurposed for shelving framework in interview office
Interview room meets brief requirements of computer desk & small meeting table
Admin. office meets brief requirements for utilities/storage, neatly tucked away in the sleek, built-in cabinetry & small meeting table with banquette seating is both practical & aesthetically pleasing
TRAININGROOM
Large, flexible training room (20pax)
Acoustic curtain & dividable custom table provide adaptability into two medium training rooms (10-12pax)
Ample space for laptops, conferencing facilites, AV equipment & storage credenza
KITCHEN/BREAKOUTAREAS
Generously sized kitchen facilities: versatile kitchen island/bar easily adapts to events
Versatile breakout/collab. space (20 pax)
feature seating - looking out over beautiful city views
Tiered
Ample natural lighting
ASUCCESSFULDESIGNSCHEME...
Meets the requirements of the brief:
Reception area (1 pax)
Large, flexible training room (20 pax)
Admin. & interview rooms
Versatile breakout space (20 pax)
Versatile kitchen facilities
On-trend - open-plan & activity based
Thankyou forlistening.
Please offer your thoughts & suggestions for additions and/or improvements.