Located on the southern edge of one of the most important public open spaces in the City, this hotel is the conversion of an existing modernist office tower. While the relatively small and irregularly shaped floor plate (with an open air atrium) was a poor fit for a contemporary office setting, it is perfect fit for a 110-key boutique hotel. And while the horizontal site connections are remarkable, perhaps the most unique set of connections occur in section, from a rooftop restaurant with panoramic views across the City, to a subterranean day spa/bath complex which will inform the hotel branding.

 

Location

Washington, D.C.

Area

56,000 SQ. FT.

Amenities
Bar
Cafe
Lounge

 
 
 
 

By closing in the atrium with a triangular skylight, and opening up the inward facing corridors, the ground floor becomes activated as a guest amenity (ie. Bar/cafe/lounge) visually and physically connected to the circle.