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Hux Hotel London, UK


DISCREETLY STANDING behind a darkened door on Kensington High Street, inconspicuous and adjacent to the royal gardens, the Hux Hotel offers enigmatic luxury in the centre of the busy city. Soft-launched during the 2020 summer lockdown period, the Hux Hotel has 24 rooms and four suites, with a ‘rabbit hole’ feel designed to beckon the curious to explore and relax.


Ducking inside from the busy street, guests are quickly enveloped in a bold decor, leading to a lounge area that also stands as a fragrant cocktail den, live music spot and contemporary art space. Guest rooms feature bold but comforting colours, accompanied by contemporary lighting and modern bathrooms. huxhotel.com


and purpose-built, minimalist fixtures. Te hotel’s in-room art programme was curated by artist Niki Tsukamoto, and brings together an assortment of original textile and fibre pieces from over 20 artists, many of whom are local. Brad Wilson, president of Ace Hotel Group, said: ‘We see Brooklyn as its own city, filled with so much hope, possibility and excitement for the future. Ace Brooklyn has been a labour of love – a gorgeous building in many ways a reunion and a reinvention. We’re proud to have filled its spaces with the talents of many collaborators across art, design and culture; it’s a testament and tribute to the irrepressible creative energy of the borough, and a firm investment in its future.’ romanandwilliams.com | acehotel.com/brooklyn


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