Recently completing a multimillion-dollar refurbishment and redesign, the Hamilton Hotel D.C. transformed its guestrooms, suites, lobby and meeting facilities through design and decor enhancements. The tone of the design is evocative of Alexander Hamilton, one of America’s founding fathers.
“The new design elements at our hotel celebrate and pay homage to Alexander Hamilton’s style and unique perspectives,” said Sholeh Kia, general manager of the hotel. “This refurbishment is the beginning of an exciting series of changes guests will discover at the hotel as we evolve the guest experience to capture the utmost in sophistication and discovery.”
In keeping with the hotel’s historic roots, the iconic original lobby ceiling highlighting 14-karat gold features still exists, and original artwork and maps of Washington, DC, monuments and points of interest are showcased throughout the property.
Design firm Design Atelier transformed guestrooms, suites and lobby design. Neoclassical white paneling juxtaposed against rich-toned wool carpet creates a sense of elegance and luxury, according to the firm, and a collection of Washington, DC, artwork is showcased throughout the public areas.
The guestrooms and suites blend classic furnishings with contemporary touches. The furniture is finished in deep espresso and the color palette is taupe with red highlights. Touches of history are referenced in the mirrored DC antique maps above the nightstands, marble nightstand lamps, the scroll design of the pillow shams that hint at Hamilton’s signature, and the artwork featuring a silhouette of Hamilton filled in with his quotes.
And, the hotel, while steeped in history, is equipped with multiple data ports, high-speed Internet access, seven-layer bedding, luxury bath amenities and room service from the signature restaurant 14K.
Design firm Intra-Spec redesigned the meeting areas, maintaining a connection to the building’s historic architecture and the surrounding local landmarks. A larger-than-life photographic mural of Hamilton greets visitors on their way to the conference area. Silver wallcoverings, damask window patterns, laser-cut draperies and custom molding details flank the mural.