(TAN): Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre has launched an extensive renovation project that is set to take the guest experience to new heights. The redesign will see the Hotel’s stylish rooms, suites and public areas updated with a fresh look and feel that both celebrates Saudi heritage and captures the excitement of the nation’s vibrant future.
Four Seasons has partnered with renowned hospitality design firm Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA) to create a exquisite environment where both locals and international guests alike will feel immediately at home.
The first phase of the renovations is already underway, with all guest rooms and suites located between the 30th and 40th floors set to be finished by February 2020. Work will then commence on the lobby and lobby lounge areas, together with the remaining five floors, with the entire project scheduled to be completed by November 2020.
“Since first opening its doors to guests in 2003, Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre has established itself at the pinnacle of the city’s hospitality scene. Our renovation will ensure that we continue to create incredible experiences for our guests and bring them a true taste of Saudi heritage through the unique artworks on display,” says Guenter Gebhard, General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre. “Art and design has always been a major focus for Four Seasons, and we are proud to support the community by offering a platform for emerging and established local creatives.”
In keeping with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts enduring commitment to showcasing the work of talented local artisans, the design team is working closely with local charitable organisation Alwaleed Philanthropies to bring authentic Saudi heritage and craftsmanship to life through a range of artwork and decorative objects.
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HBA partner David T’Kint comments: “It was very important for us to work with the foundation and give back to the community via the arts. Their skilled craftsmanship allowed us to work harmoniously and develop some contemporary pieces, while also maintaining a strong Saudi identity. The locally produced artwork contributed greatly to the development of a holistic interior design aesthetic and a welcoming, cohesive guest experience throughout the Hotel.”
The lobby will feature a series of decorative art panels inspired by the traditional carvings found within the Kingdom’s historic adobe homes, while fabrics, embossed leather and trims are set to incorporate subtle geometric patterns that can be traced back to ancient tribal motifs. A group of sculptural trees in the atrium will create a one-of-a-kind experience through light, glass and design, together with crescent moon-inspired lighting fixtures that will gently illuminate the airy space.
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The guestrooms themselves will showcase two distinctive colour palettes inspired by the literal meaning of Riyadh (Arabic for “garden”). Stylish tufted and stitched leather upholstery throughout the room will further add to the air of luxurious refinement.
Many of the artwork have been provided by Alwaleed Philanthropies, offering unprecedented insights into local culture and creating the deep connection to place that seasoned travellers have come to associate with Four Seasons properties worldwide.
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