DLR Group Hospitality Portfolio

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INTRODUCTIONDLR Group believes integrated design is the practice of early collaboration in order to produce sustainable design excellence.

At the core of an integrated design firm are collaborative, interdisciplinary teams composed of all project life cycle stakeholders. These teams champion true collaboration, open information sharing, shared risk and reward, value-based decision making, and proficient use of technology to elevate design. The outcome is sustainable design of a high performance building for a sustainable future.

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of those 165 firms to submit our Sustainability Action Plan for meeting the Commitment targets.

DLR Group is a member of the United States Green Building Council, with one of the highest numbers of LEED Accredited staff (as a percentage of total staff) amongst large firms.

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We’re helping lead the design and construction industry toward achieving carbon neutrality by the year 2030.

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DLR Group is an initial signatory to the China Accord – a commitment to plan and design all cities, towns, developments and buildings in China to low carbon/carbon neutral standards.

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WHEN WE DELIVER THERE ARE NO OBSTACLES.Only solutions.

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Everyone wins.

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REACHDLR Group provides architecture, engineering, planning, interior design, and building optimization to meet the unique needs of our clients in locations around the globe. DLR Group operates with a business structure and a culture of interoffice workload sharing. The people with whom you work are directly backed by the firm’s entire resources, enabling us to immediately and effectively scale our teams to meet your needs.

Office LocationsChicago Colorado Springs Denver Des Moines Honolulu Houston Kansas City Las Vegas Lincoln Los Angeles Minneapolis Orlando Omaha PasadenaPhoenix PortlandRiversideSacramentoSeattleTucsonWashington, DCShanghai Dubai

Project LocationsAzerbaijan Canada China Costa Rica India KenyaQatar Saudi Arabia UAE

HOSPITALITYThe balance between creativity and practicality is where design innovation occurs. DLR Group’s Hospitality Studio operates within this innovation space to bring value and inspired appeal to position or reposition hospitality environments. We have a specialized style of creative thinking and service. The outcome is the point of view of a boutique firm coupled with the technical competency and horsepower of a global design firm.

Hospitality is reflective of its locale and our multiple office locations expose our hospitality experts to trends and nuanced experiences that inform the design of unique, indigenous experiences. This geographic reach enables DLR Group to support you in launch, growth, or expansion within in any geographic market. The unique advantage we provide is practical application of expertise gained working with major flags applied in the design of boutique hospitality spaces that are pragmatically successful, yet emotionally stimulating for the guest.

DLR Group provides clients both core and shell and interior design experts who understand the intricacies of delivering a consistent brand experience and the value of maintaining that brand relevance for decades. Our mindset is the design of spaces that are planned and flow as though we are the guest. We design knowing the guest’s memory of their stay lingers longer than their time experiencing it.

Brian Arial, Global Hospitality Leader PASADENA

Staci Patton MINNEAPOLIS

Tom Mitchell KANSAS CITY

Ken Martin KANSAS CITY

Jeremy Grant PASADENA

HOSPITALITY EXPERTSEd Wilms MINNEAPOLIS

Steve Cavanaugh CHICAGO

Brian Murch KANSAS CITY

Steve McKay SEATTLE

BRIANARIAL

STACIPATTON

TOMMITCHELL

KENMARTIN

JEREMYGRANT

EDWILMS

STEVECAVANAUGH

BRIANMURCH

STEVEMCKAY

JW Marriott at Mall of AmericaClient: Triple Five Group

Location: Bloomington, MN

Design Achievement:The JW Marriott at the Mall of America brings a new level of sophistication to the Minneapolis market. This luxury hotel features elegantly curated experiences, stripping away the unnecessary to reveal this exceptional hospitality design. The exterior of the building is composed of elegant Swisspearl panels with punched window openings juxtaposed with a beautiful curtain wall facade. The entry of the hotel, which is carefully tailored to express the elements from within, welcomes guests with a striking glass porte cochere set against a backdrop of stainless steel shingles that have a gentle enveloping curve.

Scope Summary:The scope of work for this 303,000 SF 15 story, 342 room luxury hotel includes a 16,400 SF ballroom with a spacious pre function area that looks over the main entry plaza. The American style cuisine Cedar & Stone restaurant prominently located along the grand atrium of the new Central Parkway at the Mall of America provides a sophisticated dining option. The JW Marriot is a signature element of an 850,000 SF expansion at the Mall of America that also includes three levels of retail totaling more than 300,000 SF, a 176,000 SF, 10-story office building, and a 525 car two level underground parking structure. DLR Group provided master planning and architecture services.

The Curtis Hotel A DoubleTree by HiltonClient: Sage Hospitality

Location: Denver, CO

Design Achievement:A new themed guest experience at the Curtis Hotel is capturing the attention of travelers to downtown Denver. DLR Group’s renovation design for the entire property amplifies the Curtis Hotel’s named floors, including ‘One Hit Wonder,’ ‘Sci-Fi,’ and ‘Big Hair,’ by creating hyper-themed spaces to maximize the pure fun of travel. Thirteen corner rooms and three luxury suites were transformed into hyper-themed spaces portraying iconic and beloved movies, television shows or musicians to create a unique lodging experience with upgraded food and beverage offerings that complement the room theme. Guests have the ability to choose their experience from Talladega Nights with a nacho cheese plate, Jimmy Buffet with a crafted cocktail, or the ultimate Rolling Stones Suite complete with a pair of lips lounge chairs and psychedelic living room.

Scope Summary:The overall guest experience is what drives travelers to the Curtis Hotel. In addition to the corner room and suite improvements, the hotel’s 336 guest rooms were renovated to remedy recent negative feedback regarding guest room functions. Guest room improvements feature new custom carpet, custom seating, wall coverings, draperies, custom casework, lighting, and curated art, all finished in a distinct Curtis Hotel style. The renovation also includes 6,000 SF of new indoor and outdoor event and meeting space, banquet seating for 250 guests and a large, west-facing outdoor terrace on the third floor. DLR Group provided architecture and interior design services.

Hyatt Midtown AtlantaClient: Noble Investment Group

Location: Atlanta, GA

Design Achievement:This extensive renovation and rebranding transformed a 25 year old independent hotel into the Atlanta Midtown Hyatt, and redefines southern hospitality. DLR Group’s design accomplishes the clients’ goal of having past guests believe a totally new hotel has been built. A complete exterior redevelopment includes the removal of the existing brick skin that has been replaced with a new state of the art rain screen and high performance skin to eliminate past water infiltration issues and more closely reflect its neighboring buildings on Peachtree Street. Extensive interior improvements and reconfigurations to the guest room floors and public areas meet the needs of a modern full service hotel. Together the improvements enhance the urban connection of the building and promote the visibility of the public spaces outside to Midtown Atlanta.

Scope Summary:The scope of work renovated and converted this 12-story, 194 room hotel into a full service Hyatt Hotel with a 5,400 SF meeting space addition. Guest room floors were renovated with new interior finishes, furnishings, toilet/bath rooms and corridors. Renovated public areas include a new open and light filled entry lobby, check in desk, meeting spaces, and pool and fitness area. The new restaurant and lounge have been repositioned to the north side of the building and large windows were added in the restaurant and throughout the main floor so diners and guests can see and be seen from the street. A new entry driveway and car courtyard were renovated with new paving, and a stairway with plantings was added to separate vehicle and pedestrian traffic; both create a stronger street presence for the hotel. DLR Group provided architecture and engineering design services.

Westin SeattleClient: HST Lessee West Seattle LLC

Location: Seattle, WA

Design Achievement:The Westin hotel’s two round towers have made an impression on Seattle’s skyline since 1969 when the first tower was constructed followed by a second tower in 1982. DLR Group’s design of the renovation updates the guest experience to maintain the Westin’s standing as a preeminent AAA Four Diamond award-winning downtown hotel. New FF&E in all rooms give guests simple, comfortable, elegant accommodations that take advantage of striking views around the entirety of the building. Renovation of the restaurant into the Relish Burger Bistro offers guests a hip dining option, and conversion of former restaurant space into new meeting rooms allows the Westin to host additional group functions. In emphasizing Westin’s goals for user comfort, well-being, and enjoyment, the design of this transformation helps effect Westin brand loyalty to make sure people want to return again and again to the Westin experience.

Scope Summary:The scope of work for the Westin Seattle renovation encompasses upgrades to all 891 guest rooms and nine suites, including FF&E updates, restrooms updates, ADA improvements, and MEP updates. Improvements to public spaces include finish upgrades in all guest room corridors; conversation of former restaurant space on the first three floors into 13,500 SF of new meeting space; renovation of existing kitchen space into a new three-meal restaurant; and a new barista stand. DLR Group provided architecture and engineering services.

AC Hotel WestportClient: Noble Investment Group

Location: Kansas City, MO

Design Achievement:This rebranded hotel brings together a unique neighborhood and the Marriott AC brand to attract the modern, urban guests who visit this area well known for its night life. The former Q Hotel & Spa was originally built in 1986 as an independent hotel in the historic Westport District and is surrounded by a neighborhood that has evolved into five blocks of eclectic restaurants and bars and a high-end residential area. DLR Group’s design team worked closely with the developer and the Marriott transformed the dated building into a franchised AC Hotel. The public spaces and guest rooms of the hotel bring the high-style environment and European sophistication that the Marriott AC brand was founded on. Simple, clean and crisp aesthetics are found throughout the hotel and appeal to the design-conscious guests.

Scope Summary:The scope of work encompasses renovations to a 4-story hotel building, including 123 guest rooms, a 525 SF meeting room, and two smaller AC branded media salons with highly collaborative technology available for rent by local business entrepreneurs and visitors. An AC bar and lounge, fitness center, guest laundry, market, and an AC library which serves as a business center are available to guests

AC Hotel RaleighClient: Concord Hospitality Enterprises Company

Location: Raleigh, NC

Design Achievement:Visitors to Raleigh will soon have new AC Hotel to call home as they explore and enjoy its bustling new North Hills community. DLR Group designers are working on a location that offers a rich urban context feel that will connect both local and out of town visitors alike to the hotel to enjoy its many public amenities. Our experience on collaborating with Marriott is to create a unique, yet brand specific AC Hotel that integrates its high-style environment and European sophistication that defines the AC brand. This specific AC hotel utilizes a sky lobby and amenity floor at the top of the building as part of its design. A dynamic architectural overhang highlights the design as it engages guests from the entry, vertically along a glass elevator and out to the covered roof deck. The open plan of the amenity floor offers panoramic views of its urban mixed-use setting. Large floor to ceiling guestroom windows activate the building and give it the clean lined, refined architecture indicative of the AC brand.

Scope Summary:The new AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh is a 7-story, 135-room luxury branded hotel that is located in the heart of the North Hills development of Raleigh North Carolina. The ground floor activates the busy street frontage with 2,000 square foot of retail, a covered drop-off under the building, and most of the support space for the property. The limited service hotel will include an array of typical spaces as well as some brand specific elements such as: the AC Lounge, high-tech meeting spaces, a European breakfast and buffet concept, and enlarged fitness room. This location also features a sky lobby concept that contains most of the public amenities and social spaces. A rooftop pool and outdoor roof deck overlook the busiest intersection of the location. DLR Group is providing architecture, interiors, MEP, LEED Consulting, energy modeling, and commissioning services.

Sheraton Hotel & Conference CenterClient: Turner Construction Company (AZ)

Location: Tucson, AZ

Design Achievement:For the Tucson Sheraton Hotel and Convention Center, stakeholders wanted a modern landmark building that is true to the heritage of Tucson. DLR Group’s design has been praised by the local community as uniquely Tucsonian and authentic to the city. Designers were inspired by the unique beauty of the desert landscape. The tower runs parallel to the east-west axis, and its north and south facades are treated differently and appropriately for their exposure. The project features an open courtyard adjacent to the restaurant and pre-function spaces, with the outdoor pool overlooking the spaces.

Scope Summary:This new, 27 story, 525 room, full-service Sheraton Hotel will feature a bar and lobby lounge, fitness center, café, rooftop pool deck, business center, and 50,000 SF of function and meeting space, including a 19,000 SF ballroom. Work includes a 118,000 SF expansion of the existing adjacent convention center, with an additional exhibit hall, 2 junior ballrooms, 5 meeting rooms and associated back-of-house spaces, concourses and pre-function areas. A new east entry is designed as the new main entry and a new 1,060 car parking garage is planned. DLR Group provided planning and architecture services in design-build delivery with Turner Construction Company.

New Bund Luxury Residence HotelClient: Shanghai New Bund International Commercial Investment (Group) Co., Ltd

Location: Shanghai, China

Design Achievement:Combining components of hospitality, retail, office and wellness, the New Bund Enterprise Center will create a unique social hub in the developing riverfront section of the New Bund district in Shanghai, China. With vibrance and elegance, two 16-floor office towers, three adjoining floors of commercial retail space, and a six-floor apartment-style hotel will be built as part of a full block development seamlessly placed in the pulse of an existing neighborhood. DLR Group’s design molds this urban village into a dynamic, cohesive experience offering dining, entertainment, workplace and lifestyle destinations. At the heart of the project, a three-story enclosed atrium will open onto an exterior garden plaza, offering spaces for events, exhibitions and celebrations. Responsible for the design of all interior spaces, DLR Group considered the urban village from two different angles: the first, focusing on riverfront dynamics and modern allure of life by the water, and the second, a fusion of rich cultural history and 21st Century Shanghai. The result is a myriad of invigorated energy, creating a timeless place to live, work and play.

Scope Summary:Totaling 1,412,515 SF, the New Bund Enterprise Center will be comprised of two, 16-floor office towers, three floors of commercial retail space, and six floors of residence-style hotel suites. The hotel will provide 80 long-term apartment-style rental suites housed with state-of-the-art entertainment options to appeal to an energetic and active generation. . High-end finishes, including stone, glass and wood casework, will be combined with top-of-the-line modern kitchen appliances to appeal to those looking for a sleek and sophisticated living environment. In each unit, a built-in combination washer/dryer will offer the conveniences of a home for those who are planning an extended stay. DLR Group is providing interior design services and documentation for the China-based Architect of Record, Architectural Design & Research Institute of Tongi University (Group) Co., Ltd.

Sheraton Overland Park & Convention CenterClient: Turner Construction Company (TX)

Location: Overland Park, KS

Design Achievement:The upscale ambiance of the new Overton Hotel and Conference Center complements its fitting location in Overton Park, the largest private redevelopment project in the US. DLR Group’s design incorporates inviting architectural design on the exterior, with a glass pillar illuminating the nightscape, and stunning interiors, such as 22-foot ceilings in the hotel’s lobby. Guests and business travelers can enjoy the business and fitness centers, restaurant and bar, and find relaxation in the outdoor pool area. Adjoined to the hotel is the conference center, where business meetings and important networking among clients can take place, as well as weddings and social events in the luxurious ballroom.

Scope Summary:This project comprises a total of 238,000 SF of new construction. The 15-story full-service 179,400 SF hotel includes 304 rooms, and is attached to a 47,600 SF conference center. Other features include an 11,400 SF ballroom and surface parking for 350 vehicles. DLR Group provided architecture and engineering services, in design-build delivery with Turner Construction Company.

Austin DoubleTree by Hilton HotelClient: Sage Hospitality

Location: Austin, TX

Design Achievement:What makes Hilton’s successful DoubleTree properties brand strategy successful is their belief that “doing the little things well can mean everything.” DLR Group’s design focuses on details like DoubleTree’s brand strategy are critical elements of the guest experience. Along with a creating a memorable Hilton experience DLR Group’s youthful and eclectic designers incorporate new finishes and modern furniture design into the existing Spanish Mediterranean styled spaces. These include formal lobby spaces, a ballroom and meeting rooms to create an artful, indigenous experience of Austin Texas. Hilton’s new ‘Made Market’ morning grab-n-go concept and a new restaurant with operable exteriors walls that expand the dining and lounge areas onto the beautiful existing courtyard are included as part of the renovation.

Scope Summary:The project scope involves a 220,000 SF renovation of 350 guestrooms and public spaces, a new 2,900 sf restaurant and a grab-n-go market, and a facility-wide ADA upgrade. DLR Group provided interior design services.

Hyatt HouseClient: Lodgeworks

Location: San Jose, CA

Design Achievement:San Jose has always been on the cutting edge of design and technology. This same spirit and energy is captured by DLR Group designers for this HYATT House brand hotel. Clean and modern with a nod to San Jose’s technological importance in the world, the HYATT House San Jose is upscale and sophisticated. The hotel features a landscaped central courtyard with a pool and alfresco patio surrounded by a lobby, restaurant, and lounge areas that create sleek indoor/outdoor social spaces. This courtyard reflects the city’s Pueblo influence and cultural history, and allows the interior and exterior spaces to flow together as one through floor to ceiling retractable doors. California’s strong environmental awareness is echoed by keeping finish materials and furnishings natural and sustainable throughout..

Scope Summary:The 164 room, 7 story, HYATT House features studios, and one and two bedroom suites with contemporary kitchens. The new full service, 116,638 SF hotel offers 5,000 SF of meeting rooms, pre-function space, a business center, and a full-service restaurant with bar and indoor and outdoor lounge areas. Catering for the upscale meeting spaces is also provided. DLR Group provided architecture and interior design services.

Hyatt Place ChampaignClient: YG Financial

Location: Champaign, IL

Design Achievement:Hyatt’s new Hyatt Place brand offers downtown Champaign an upscale, select-service hotel well-suited to its location in the heart of the city. DLR Group’s design integrates the new hotel into the urban fabric of the city through the use of brick and traditional detailing. Spacious guest rooms with an ergonomic work center feature state of the art technology to support the needs of the brand’s customer base. Floors two through four comprise structured parking, with the guest rooms occupying the floors above. The architectural design treats parking level facades sensitively to maintain a strong, street front brand impression.

Scope Summary:This new 145 room, 9-story, Hyatt Place in downtown Champaign includes an on-site parking structure for 145 cars. The 124,300 SF select service hotel features amenities inspired by the brand’s multi-tasking 24/7 guest’s lifestyle. A fitness center, coffee and wine bar, Grab-N-Go case, and guest kitchen are provided in the design. DLR Group provided architecture, interiors, and engineering services.

Tilia RestaurantClient: Tilia, LLC

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Design Achievement:With the new Tilia restaurant, the client wanted to create a venue that immediately felt part of the residential neighborhood. The environment was to feel authentic, established, unplanned, and comfortable for both casual and business diners. DLR Group’s design transforms what was originally two disconnected store front spaces that were dark and claustrophobic, into a warm, open and inviting space that seats 50. Visual access to the drama of the kitchen allows the chefs to interact with the guests. The opened space creates a comfortable room with views to the exterior and a cozy intimacy.

Scope Summary:The scope of work encompassed a 2,100 SF interior renovation of two existing restaurant spaces. A structural bearing wall that separated the two eating areas was removed allowing visibility across its entire 34’ width. Removing the walls to the kitchen brings the food prep area into the public space. Dark woods and classic furniture give credibility and character to the space. DLR Group provided interior architecture, structural engineering and interior design services.

D’Amico Kitchen at ChambersClient: D’Amico & Partners, Inc.

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Design Achievement:The new owners of this restaurant in the Chambers Hotel wanted to remodel it to fit their style and personality. DLR Group’s design creates a fine dining experience through a combination of interior design choices and strategic spatial reconfigurations. Relocating the main dining room to street level (from its previous location in the basement) takes advantage of daylight and street views, and provides increased visibility to passersby. A previously all-white “art gallery” lobby space was transformed to a warm, inviting dining room with contemporary sophistication. Deep-toned Venetian plaster accent walls, multicolored art glass lighting, a new food sample display table, and a vast wall of display coolers create a distinctive, fine dining atmosphere. Removal of full-height frosted glass divider panels creates a more open feeling. New movable drapery panels adjacent to vertical columns define private dining alcoves while preserving the bright, open qualities of the space. The lower level is now banquet space and the design preserves openings in the floor to bring daylight downstairs.

Scope Summary:This 10,280 SF restaurant was transformed into a space that reflects the brand of new ownership. The remodel includes 3,080 SF of fine dining, 4,000 SF of banquet space, and 3,200 SF of outdoor patio dining. DLR Group provided architecture and engineering services.

Parma RestaurantClient: D’Amico & Partners, Inc.

Location: Bloomington, MN

Design Achievement:Known for both casual and elegant dining experiences, D’Amico & Partners wished to create a stylish new concept in Italian cuisine exhibiting casual sophistication. DLR Group’s design draws upon dark wood, simple, elegant materials and clean, modern furniture to evoke the sense of a contemporary Italian eatery. The antipasti bar is the focal point of the dining experience. The use of the simple lines draws diner focus to the artisan ingredients and fresh salads, appetizers, meats, cheeses, fruits, vegetables and crudo. In addition, the bar seating provides guests with first-hand observation of the Chefs preparing the food. The outdoor patio area, designed to feel like an escape, is a fresh, energetic dining and lounging area that features two fireplaces and an outdoor pool table.

Scope Summary:The design team worked with the client to renovate tenant space within a modern suburban office tower. The venue encompasses a 6,000 SF interior space and a 2,000 SF exterior patio area. Previously hosting another restaurant, designers renovated kitchen and other back-of-the-house facilities, created a new antipasti bar with high stool seating, and carved out individual spaces for the bar, patio and main dining room. DLR Group provided interior architecture and interior design services.

Baoshan Long Beach Winder TowerClient: Ruitai Development Co. Ltd.

Location: Shanghai, China

Design Achievement:Poised at the gateway to Shanghai and mainland China, a world-class waterfront development will bring urban renewal to Baoshan, transforming an aged maritime dock into a vibrant lifestyle hub – Long Beach Observation Tower Zone. Its creation symbolizes a future state of hope and brightness for the Baoshan community: a marker of ideas to come and the start of a new story. DLR Group’s design engages and integrates the existing residential and commercial fabric into a prominent, mixed-use development featuring an iconic tower seen 590 feet in the sky above. The project has a focus on civic and commercial functions, with a museum and exhibition facility, observation tower, wedding and event space, offices and a hotel. As it celebrates the new and commemorates the past, articulations within the site seamlessly integrates the surrounding parkways, waterfront boardwalks, roadways and homes.

Scope Summary:Encompassing 1,217,505 SF on 6.9 acres, the Baoshan Long Beach Observation Tower Zone will include a tower, museum, office building, retail and hotel. In addition to creating an iconic landmark on the shoreline, the tower will serve a variety of functions, offering amenities for unforgettable ceremonies and events, breathtaking views of the waterfront and nearby cruise terminal, and unique dining experiences. Given its vital link between the waterfront paseo and extensive green belt to the South, the Master Plan intricately ties together the open spaces and architecture – providing a seamless connection to the urban functionalities of this vibrant development. Seeking a number of energy efficient solutions in site development, building design, and systems, this project will serve as a catalyst to future sustainable developments in Baoshan and Greater Shanghai. DLR Group is providing planning, architecture, landscape architecture, engineering and interior design.

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