HOTELS.
W TIMES SQUARE, NYC
2017
Affiliations: Marriott International, Josh Held Design
Inspired by the New Year’s Eve big ball drop and theater district, W Times Square sets the stage for drama. Zones throughout create multiple guest experiences while bespoke furniture and architectural elements help transform the space from day to night.
The check in area incorporates a digital focal wall with a variety of functions from custom messaging to animated patterns, setting the tone for any time of the day. The communal lounge area features a custom infinity piano table, draping light fixtures, and skybox openings inspired by theatrical elements that create a dramatic space for guests to recharge and reconnect. A custom neon back wall enlivens the bar and celebrates times square’s illuminated history. The DJ VIP lounge’s geodesic screen wall rotates to conceal the area when not in use while creating a focal point in the room.