03. THE BRIDGE HOTEL AND RESTAURANT

Sq. Footage: approx. 12,000 NET SF

Project Duration: 4 weeks

Group members, consisting of Ben Hall, Madelyn Hill, Jadyn Wolf, and Regan Wright, were assigned to design a boutique hotel and restaurant located in downtown Manhattan, KS. In a city characterized by institutions that draw people in from the across the world, there are many different cultures present. The goal was to foster connections between people of similar cultures, as well as vastly different ones. This space connects people to each other, the nature around them, and a variety of different cultures. This boutique hotel is the Bridge between these cultures, uniting everyone that visits. Human interaction is encouraged through collaborative seating and lounge areas. Connection to nature is fostered through the live tree within the lobby space and materials of biophilic nature. Visitors are provided a sneak peek of different cultures through authentic cuisine.

AutoCAD Revit Photoshop InDesign Enscape

Designing for sense of homeliness and an informal atmosphere

Manhattan demographics - college town, middle-class

Increased customer awareness regarding sustainability

Holistic hospitality, health, + well-being

Guest rooms with integrated technology, such as white noise and bedside lighting controls

Concept

Open Kitchen Design Intent

The following elevation shows the open kitchen design intent. The incorporation of the Bridge logo can be seen in the recessed arches. Open counter allows servers to easily pick up meals and drop off dirty dishes quickly and efficiently. Kitchen design and elevation by Regan Wright. Branding and logo by Ben Hall.

Booth Seating