The Arch

Architects: RDD PLC

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he Arch London, already acclaimed as one of the capital’s most delightful and individual luxury hotels, officially opened in January. With interiors conceived

by award-winning hotel designers, the hotel combines contemporary London design influences with the architectural heritage of the Georgian Grade ll listed townhouses in which it is accommodated, to create a unique hotel and a glamorous new destination in the city’s West End. Entering via an elegant Portland stone

portico, guests are immediately offered intriguing glimpses, through dark stained timber and glass screens, of the reception, lounge and study. The confident mix of bold original artwork, sumptuous finishes and elegant, modern and classical furniture begins. In the small lounge, a working stone surround

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fireplace strikes an immediate note of welcome, the artwork is humorous and the sofas and chairs are designed to sink into after a busy day in London. The cocktail bar, Le Salon de Champagne, Kitchen restaurant and Martini Library form a family of inspired spaces for eating, drinking, meeting and relaxing, named HUNter 486 after the Marylebone direct dialling code of the 1950s. RDD collaborated with bar and restaurant branding specialists, to create and design this remarkable collection of areas that revolves around classic glamour and the timeless values of warm hospitality. Le Salon, Bar and Kitchen restaurant areas

are carefully blended together, each with their own environment and each needing to play a different role through day and evening. As a result, there is meticulous attention to detail. Yet, the space flows harmoniously with areas carefully delineated by a rich array of devices, from voluptuous semi-circular floor to ceiling banquettes with shimmering sheer curtain surrounds to a dark gloss brick wine dispenser for wine tasting and a pewter fronted cocktail bar specially designed to provide unhindered views of the

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cocktail-making drama. Among the many other delightful design

features there are: brushed silver bar stools by Philippe Starck, jewel coloured Tom Dixon armchairs and a specially designed glass over bar that is layered and lit to create a misty display and give a seductive glow to the space. There are 82 guestrooms over 6 floors and

10 different design schemes. However, the reality of planning bedrooms in a series of old townhouses meant that each room had to be individually designed, to incorporate modern technology, without impacting on the natural charm of the carefully restored architectural detail. The ground and first floor guestrooms retain the traditional high ceilings and elegant original casement windows. Bold wall coverings and luxurious fabrics combine to create rooms with individual flair and character “We have aimed to make a story out of

every nook and cranny at The Arch London, says Jeremy Scarlett, the RDD Director leading the design team. The experience should not be unlike being in the home of a good friend, who is both generous and has an innate sense of style.”

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