Design 222.. Hotel

You are driving North from Phoenix up Rt 17, surrounded by the heat of the desert, sand and cacti for miles.  

The terrain turns mountainous and the earth turns red.  You are now in Sedona.  Red sandstone formations surround you.  The sun sets and the rocks burst into a vibrant red hue.  The sight is unforgettable.

The Agate Hotel & Resort, just like the red rocks, have depth and interest in every corner.  Mixing textures and materials was important to creating the perfect aura.  Soft hues of red sandstone surround and embrace you as you move from space to space.  I took the silhouette of the rock formations and repeated it through the space.  Walls, vertical panels of wood are seamed together, murals, and patterns in the stone all repeat this rocky line.   Visual interest and comfort were leading forces to creating the Agate Hotel & Resort.

The floor plan shows the varieties of floor materials from a terra cotta pattern in the main lobby to wood flooring in the restaurant and lobby lounge.  Sample images of the beautiful stones I have chosen to be placed throughout the hotel.

A perspective drawing showing the main lobby as you enter the building.  The large cacti sculptures are wrapped in rope.  Terra cotta tiles lead you to the registration desk.

The second board shows lighting, elevations and some furniture.  The lighting is industrial while the rest is very rustic and reminiscent of the South Western flare.

I created this brick wall covered with plaster, rustic and chipping away.  Layered with various cacti and tropical plants and some red leather chairs.

For the bar I started with a brick wall, layered it with steel shelving that reflects the red rock formations, and surrounded it with vertical wood paneling.  The restaurant and bar area are very warm and intimate.  Rustic meets industrial.

I had a great time with this project, didn't hold back any creativity.  I let the red rocks take over and designs flowed out.  Like I always say, "go big or go home."

Be Inspired.  Be Bold.

peace&love

Rebecca