Hotel Lobby Design, Pakistan in 1970s

Airport Hotel Lobby


Travelers


All generations


World is client


Past and present


















Pakistan in 1970s


Max. 30 years ago


Retro


1950,70s,1990s


Recent past





















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Retro Hotel Design
CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION 7
1.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION 7
1.4 NEED OF THE PROJECT 7
1.5 AIMS AND OBJECTIVES 8
1.6 PROBLEM STATEMENT 8
1.7 TARGET AUIDENCE 8
1.8 HYPOTHESIS 8
1.9 VARIABLES INVOLVED 8
1.10 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY 8
1.10.1 LITERATURE REVIEW 8
1.10.2 MARKET SURVEY 9
1.10.3 CASE STUDY 9
1.10.4 INTERVIEWS 9
1.10.5 UTILIZATION OF RESEARCH 9
3. UNICORN PRESTIGE HOTEL 16
3.1 INTRODUCTION 16
3.2 SITE 16
3.3 SITE ANALYSIS 16
3.4 SITE SURVEY 16
3.4.1 The Entrance 16
3.5 TECHNICAL DATA 17
3.5.1 STRUCTURE 17
3.5.2 COMMERCIAL AMENITIES 18
3.5.3 LIGHTING 18
3.5.4 VIEW 18
4. THEME 19
4.2 CHARACTERISTICS 19
4.2.1 FURNITURE 19
4.5.1 THE SWINGING 70s IN PAKISTAN 21
5. CASE STUDIES 23
5.1.1 GIORGIO ARMANI HOTEL, DUBAI 23
5.1.2 LOCATION 23
5.1.3 DESIGNER 24
5.1.4 SERVICES 24
5.1.5 HOTEL LOBBY 25
5.1.5.1 FURNITURE 25
5.1.5.2 LOUNGE 25
5.1.5.4 MATERIAL 26
5.1.5.5 COLOR 26
5.1.6 CONCLUSION 26
5.2.1 AVARI HOTEL LAHORE, PAKISTAN 27
5.2.1.1 LOCATION 27
5.2.1.2 DESIGN 27
5.2.1.3 SERVICES 27
5.2.1.4 LOBBY 28
5.2.1.4.1 PLAN 28
5.2.1.4.2 RECEPTION 28
5.2.1.4.3 FURNITURE 28
5.2.1.4.4 WALLS FINISHES 29
5.2.1.4.5 COLUMNS AND ARCHES 30
5.2.1.4.6 GRAND STAIRCASE 30
5.2.1.4.7 CEILING 30
5.2.1.4.8 FLOORING 31
5.2.1.4.9 LIGHTING 32
5.2.1.4.10 COLORS 32
5.2.1.4 CONCLUSION 32
5.2.2.4.2 COLORS 34
5.2.2.4.3 ZONE ONE 34
i. FURNITURE 34
ii. WALL FINISHES 35
iii. CEILING 35
iv. FLOOR 35
v. LIGHTING 35
5.2.2.4.4 ZONE TWO 36
i. RECEPTION 36
ii. STAIRCASE 36
iii. FURNITURE 36
iv. WALL FINISHES 37
v. COLUMNS 37
vi. CEILING 38
vii. FLOOR 38
viii. LIGHTING 38
5.2.2.4.5 ZONE THREE 38
5.2.2.5 CONCLUSION 39
1. DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS 40
6.1 SKETCHES PROCESS 40
6.2 CAD DRAWINGS 47
6.2.1 PLANS 47
6.2.2 ELEVATIONS 47
6..2.3 DETAILS 40
6.3 MODEL 40
REFERENCES…………………….……………………………………………………………………56




LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1 Hotel lobby 10
Figure 2 Lobby 10
Figure 3 Residential lobby 11
Figure 4 Office lobby 11
Figure 5 Restaurant lobby 11
Figure 6 Sky lobby 12
Figure 7 Foyer 12
Figure 8 Hospital Lobby 12
Figure 9 Hotel lobby 12
Figure 10 Airport Hotel Lobby 13
Figure 11 Unicorn prestige hotel 16
Figure 12 Site location 16
Figure 13 Back entrance 17
Figure 14 Business center facade 17
Figure 15 Skylight 17
Figure 16 Central Lobby 17
Figure 17 Lift capsule 17
Figure 18 Washroom chamber 17
Figure 19 Site plan 17
Figure 20 Retro 19
Figure 21 Furniture 19
Figure 22 Flooring 20
Figure 23 1950s 20
Figure 24 Flow chart 21
Figure 25 1980s 21
Figure 26 Pakistan in 1970s 21
Figure 27 1970s 22
Figure 28 Pakistan construction 22
Figure 29 Hippies 22
Figure 30 Burj Khalifa, Armani Hotel 23
Figure 31 Armani Hotel Location 23
Figure 32 Armani Hotel facade 24
Figure 33 Armani Hotel Suite 24
Figure 34 Armani Hotel suite lobby 24
Figure 35 Armani Hotel restaurant 24
Figure 36 Armani Hotel Lobby 25
Figure 37 Armani Hotel Lobby seating 25
Figure 38 Armani Hotel Lounge 25
Figure 39 Armani Hotel Corridor 26
Figure 40 Armani Hotel corridor facade 26
Figure 41 Avari hotel 27
Figure 42 Avari Location 27
Figure 43 Avari suite 27
Figure 44 Avari Kim restaurant 28
Figure 45 Avari Lobby 28
Figure 46 Avari Hotel plan 28
Figure 47 Avari reception 28
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Figure 52 Avari wall finish (i) 29
Figure 53 Avari wall finish (ii) 29
Figure 54 Avari wall finish (iii) 29
Figure 55 Avari wall finish (iv) 30
Figure 56,Figure 57, Figure 58 30
Figure 59 Avari staircase 30
Figure 60 Avari staircase 30
Figure 61 Avari lobby ceiling (i) 30
Figure 62 Avari halllway ceiling (ii) 31
Figure 63 Avari ceiling (iii) 31
Figure 64 Avari ceiling stairs (iv) 31
Figure 65 Bahira Grand Hotel Location 33
Figure 66 Bahira Grand Hotel Location 33
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Figure 105 back wall design 47
Figure 106 Communication source in 1970s 47
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INTRODUCTION


PROJECT DESCRIPTION
It's a fact that physical environment plays an important role in influencing visitors. So 4-star hotel lobby exemplifies true excellence of a hotel as it has been the guest's first impression upon entering the hotel. As hotel design has evolved, so the lobbies became versatile. It is usually a large space designed hall, typically one near the entrance of a building or a hotel. It is furnished and big enough to enable spectators to stroll. They are commonly adorned with pieces of art work. Facility aesthetics, such as the functionality of architectural design, as well as interior design contribute to the attractiveness of the physical environment. Functionally, a lobby serves as the main circulation space of the hotel. But today's lobby is taking on a multifunctional approach to engage the guest in a social setting. Areas that are combined into larger social area to provide a common place for guests to relax, organize, eat, meet, greet or do work related task are restaurants, café/bar, business center, lounge, and retail shops.
HOTEL LOBBY
Hotel lobby is the place which warmly welcomes cultural diversion referred as socializing hub. People get familiar with hotel ambiance, surroundings, style and services. It has all the corporate taste for opulent items with the slightest touch of thematic. Reception, lounge, bar/confectionary area, hallways leading towards different zones area allocated within hotel lobby. Precisely hotel lobby serves as circulation path and waiting region.
FOUR STAR HOTEL LOBBY
Four star hotel lobby has multifunctional dimensions inorder to engage the user in a social setting in relation with design aesthetics. Moreover they are more concerned with providing higher luxuries and greater level of amenities to the user. Four star hotel lobby occupies larger sources of attraction like cigar lounge, bar area, coffee zone, restaurants, kiosk, retail shops, pool side view lounge and many more zones for tiresome to relax, organize, meet , greet, eat and to do work related tasks.
NEED OF THE PROJECT
The foremost need is to increase the flavor of ambiance by proper illumination, space management and incorporating conceptual design. As it is the 4-star hotel catering elite class so the quality, service, design and standards of comfort and ambiance should satisfy every whim and every moment. The hotel lobby is the focal point or the center of attention for the visitors. As said 'first impression is the last impression' so from the first impression when a guest walks in the door, the magnificent lobby makes them feel welcoming and that in return translates into repeat business.
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
The basic objective of the project is to generate attraction. Attracting guests mean people spending more time in the lobby that leads to business benefits i.e. increased food and retail shop sales. Hence lobby is a business-friendly hub during all seasons. So comfortable, multi-purpose lobby invites guests to linger longer while making use of amenities like Wi-Fi, cafes, restaurants and lounges with LCDs. Secondly lobby provides luxury, pleasure of being at home or in the warm lap of a mother and the sense of comfort to the tiresome guests.
PROBLEM STATEMENT
As the society develops so does the concepts and modernism. Today as hotel lobbies are designed to meet the needs of guests by balancing design aesthetics and functions. Nowadays sculptural space design, application of high lighting technology, heavy furniture are more in trend. Due to fulfilling this desired rule space planning is changing which causes common design errors. Design flaws that occurs currently in hotel lobbies are poor space planning, large sculptural design to incorporating within a busy and a small space that are either too small or too large in relation to the size of the hotel and poor distribution of light. As lighting is the jewel of elegance, ambiance and glamour.
TARGET AUIDENCE
Hotel accommodates people from all generations; elders, adults and children satisfying their basic needs and desires. But being more specific 4-star hotel; near airport will cater elite class, VIPs, foreigners, travelers, guests within country, political people, celebrities and obviously official staff members.
HYPOTHESIS
The researcher hypothesizes that a well-designed hotel lobby will make users more comfortable, support the needs, whims and desires. It will be functional, aesthetically interesting and spaciously design to draw increase number of audience to stay and relax thus increase in repeat business.
VARIABLES INVOLVED
Visitors are directly proportional to the design of a lobby i.e. change in design will affect the users either in a good way or bad. So there are two variables involved; visitors that are dependent and design of a lobby that is independent. Comfort zone and ambiance are directly related.

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
The research has been collected from media, reading, surveys, case studies and interviews.
LITERATURE REVIEW
The facts about hotel lobbies that it serves vast range of functions and people are more likely to stick if provided with all amenities, food services and comfort. The history of hotel lobby and much more such information regarding hotel lobbies has been collected through different article reading and internet surfing.

MARKET SURVEY
Different market surveys has been conducted to deduce information about material, its manufacturing techniques, applications, fabrications and varying costs. It has been performed inorder to select variety of material finishes for my project according to the specific climate of the proposed site. Lastly to calculate cost expenditure needed to construct the project.
CASE STUDY
Case studies plays another helping hand in designing space. Surveys of different hotel lobbies and places related to the theme helps to eliminate existing problems and ensures to understand its function in relation with theme and history linkages. Case studies conducted on two hotels such as Bahria Grande and Avari concluded that wall finishes must not be exuberantly rich and heavy in lower ceiling areas as it suffocates the space, proper space division required so it does not hinders the circulation and last but not least good illumination is the key element of the lobby. Survey of central Lahore buildings has been conducted inorder to understand the idea behind the 1970s construction that will elevate my theme.
INTERVIEWS
Interviews with senior citizens are generated to have a better understanding about their living style during 1970s. So that my project can blend different historic phases, style and material used within that period of time in the manner of surface finishes.
UTILIZATION OF RESEARCH
Research has been collected for proper documentation. The documentation will help me to have a better understanding about hotel lobby dynamics in relation with the living that in return produces a well design space according to my theme.
CONCLUSION
Lobby is an attention grapping space that one might be tempted to magically 'forget' to check into room. Thus image does matter in the hotel designing business as its selling comfort, relaxation, celebration, achievement and productivity. But exquisiteness, excellence, approachability and luxury are the main key roles of four star lobby.


HOTEL LOBBY
Figure 1 Hotel lobbyFigure 1 Hotel lobby LOBBY
Figure 1 Hotel lobby
Figure 1 Hotel lobby
Figure 2 LobbyFigure 2 LobbyLobby refers to a room that provides a space out of which one or more other rooms or corridors lead, typically one near the entrance of a public building. More precisely it is used mainly for waiting for certain service or passing by. Various articles uplift the ambiance of the lobby such as formal or casual couches, stools or chairs, floor lamps, ceiling lights, consoles, coffee tables, rugs, curtains, wood panels, electronic media, large windows, bars and patio.
Figure 2 Lobby
Figure 2 Lobby
Many office buildings, hotels and skyscrapers go to great length to decorate their lobbies to create the right impression and convey an image, or "power lobby". Since the mid-1980s there has been a growing trend to think of lobbies as more than just ways to get from the door to the elevator, but instead as social spaces and places of commerce.
TYPES OF LOBBY
Lobby is a casual space performing same function with varying perspectives and under different names. There are many lobbies that offer public services such as office lobbies and many more mentioned below.
RESIDENTIAL LOBBY
Figure 3 Residential lobbyFigure 3 Residential lobbyResidential lobby is a part of a home that entertain guests, and welcome friends and relatives. This room is basically known as a living room, it is spacious and is at the heart of the house, occupying the front portion. The room is elegantly design which is comfortable and somewhat formal. It always include an entertainment center, have plenty of storage for displaying a wealth, leather couch with vivid color cushions, accent detailed lamps, plants, rugs, rich paintings and beautiful center of attraction.
Figure 3 Residential lobby
Figure 3 Residential lobby

OFFICE LOBBY
Figure 4 Office lobbyFigure 4 Office lobbyOffice lobby or front office is a place where customers arrive and come in touch with the office staff. The category deals with the varying customers/employees coming and waiting for official meetings. Even this zones serves for partying at night with colleagues. Lobby is aesthetically soothing, comfortable and large enough to room the stressed interviewee. In these types of lobbies it is common for there to be reception desk and comfortable furniture, such as couches and lounge chairs, so that the customer will be able to wait in comfort. Also, there may be television sets, books, and/or magazines to help the customer pass time as they wait to be served.
Figure 4 Office lobby
Figure 4 Office lobby
RESTAURANT LOBBY
Figure 5 Restaurant lobbyFigure 5 Restaurant lobbyThe word restaurant lobby is more commonly used for a space where people dine-in, or a small room used for waiting along with a reception desk. World called the restaurant lobby as living lobby as it is a place where people meet, greet or converge. The Dine-in area is extravagantly designed keeping the standards of the restaurant. It provides leisure to the diners with dramatically, aesthetically and ergonomically pleasing environment. The restaurant lobby stands for good food, great drinks and rich surroundings.
Figure 5 Restaurant lobby
Figure 5 Restaurant lobby
SKY LOBBY
Figure 6 Sky lobbyFigure 6 Sky lobbySupertall skyscrapers can often have one or more of what is known as a sky lobby, which is an intermediate floor where people can change from an express elevator that stops only at the sky lobby to a local elevator which stops at every floor within a segment of the building. The sky lobby system is used to save elevator-shaft space. The building is divided vertically into surroundings, each with its own sky lobby floor.
Figure 6 Sky lobby
Figure 6 Sky lobby
FOYER
Figure 7 FoyerFigure 7 FoyerThe word foyer comes from the French language, meaning "the place where the fire is kept". A foyer is a large. Specially designed hall, but sometimes it is a corridor surrounding the main hall. It is furnished and big enough to enable spectators to stroll, get together and rest, foyers are commonly adorned with art works, permanent or temporary exhibitions related to the activity of the institution, and a refreshment room or buffet. Moreover, the foyer can be the main place of some events such as vernissage, meetings with the artists, actors etc.
Figure 7 Foyer
Figure 7 Foyer
HOSPITAL LOBBY
Figure 8 Hospital LobbyFigure 8 Hospital LobbyHere again lobby serves the same purpose but mainly for patients to wait for their turns or ones whose relatives are being treated. Meanwhile hospital lobbies are designed inorder to promote healing; reduce stress and frustration for the visitor. It provides a healthy perspective i.e. carefully considered entry zone can put patients at ease while sending a powerful branding message for healthcare client.
Figure 8 Hospital Lobby
Figure 8 Hospital Lobby
HOTEL LOBBY
Figure 9 Hotel lobbyFigure 9 Hotel lobbyThe hotel lobby space type includes foyers, entries to halls, restaurants, passages leading to elevators, washrooms security screening areas at or near the entrance to a building or demarcated space, and are meant to welcome and direct tenants and visitors, control access, and provide exit ways from buildings. One of the important functions is, it serves as the main circulation space, directing guests to the various parts of the hotel. More precisely hotel lobby is a place where people checks in and out, usually holds a couch or a seating area with the reception desk at front and grasps the attention with a breathtaking design elements.
Figure 9 Hotel lobby
Figure 9 Hotel lobby
AIRPORT HOTEL's LOBBY
Figure 10 Airport Hotel LobbyFigure 10 Airport Hotel LobbyAirport hotel's lobby is one of the type of a hotel lobby. Back in time airport hotel's lobby were not so multidimensional rather offered fewer facilities as they tackle limited number of guests. They were basically designed to provide a place for tiresome to relax. With the evolution and development it has become the destination of choice for business class. Features includes bars, lounges, cigar lounge, business centers, pool, health facilities such as spa and restaurants.
Figure 10 Airport Hotel Lobby
Figure 10 Airport Hotel Lobby
SPACE ATTRIBUTES
The character and function of a hotel lobby space often influence a visitor's first impression upon entering a building. Key design concerns for this space type include balancing aesthetics, security, and operational considerations. Typical features of lobby space types include the list of applicable design objectives elements as outlined below.
AESTHETICS
Utilization of appropriate finishes, furniture, signage and art to reflect the public nature of the space.
Well-designed lobbies provide workers and occupants with a relief opportunity, such as breaks, from more confined spaces.
FUNCTIONAL AND OPERATIONAL
Space should be designed in a manner to accommodate peak loads.
Equipment that must be installed in lobbies should be of a low profile variety and consolidated with other equipment to minimize bulk.
Durable finishes must be specified.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
Public buildings will often have historic features in lobbies and hallways, requiring and deserving special design treatment in renovations.
The historic character of space should be maintained while modernizing for enhanced security, accessibility, and general circulation.
Equipment that must be installed in historic lobbies should be placed carefully to avoid altering the original spatial configuration of the lobby. Security equipment should be placed in secondary spaces where possible.
PRODUCTIVE
Effective HVAC system must be installed.
For lobby spaces at the exterior of a building, a dedicated air handling unit should be provided to maintain positive pressurization.
Well-designed lobbies provide workers and occupants with a relief opportunity from more confined spaces.
SUSTAINABLE
Outdoor lobby spaces daylighting should be utilized to reduce electric lighting needs.
Air locks or vestibules at entrance doors prevent loss of heating or cooling.
SPACE CONSIDERATIONS AND ELEMENTS
Size, design, planning, materials and services are considered while developing a design concept for lobby. Size depends on dimensions, planning involves considering reception, entrances, seating area and circulation, materials used on floors, walls and ceilings.
RECEPTION
A collaborative environment created by smart design can break down the barriers between hotel team members and guests, and encourage more physical interaction and more engagement. Individual pod-like desks with low counters and warm materials are a more sociable option than those high, bank-teller-style stations that impose a barrier and instill a feeling of separation. Advanced technology can also reduce the visual impact of equipment and reduce clutter at the front desk. Of course, a well-designed departure experience helps guests to capture memories and motivate a return visit.
LIGHTING
Hotel lobby lighting plays an important role in creating the overall impressions. Luminance contrast of light is known to affect the overall impression of a space. Despite equal average luminance, the greater the degree of non-uniform illumination, the darker the interior space is perceived. In general, lighting at the hotel lobby should help with wayfinding and meet the needs of hotel staff and guests for a variety of activities. As the transition from the outdoors to the interior, the entrance of a lobby should provide lighting with a sense of security and welcome, while allowing adaption between different illumination levels. Both casual and prolonged reading tasks happen in the lounge areas, but these usually are accommodated with fairly low illuminances. Regarding the variety of visual tasks, a high general lighting level should be designated to the registration desk to make this area easy to locate and use. Natural lighting is another source of providing luminance to the space and should be maintained elegantly and professionally with artificial lighting.
MATERIALS
Materials can be on floor or wall surfaces or part of furniture Finish materials will be categorized into hard materials, such as marble, tile, glass and metal, or soft materials, such as carpet, wood, leather and upholstery. Softer materials such as wood and carpet were preferred to harder materials such as tile, terrazzo and slate.
SEATING
Furniture arrangements will be individual seating or group seating. Individual seating areas will consist of chairs arranged in a way that does not support interaction between guests. On the other hand, group seating will use couches, loveseats, and chairs arranged in a way that will facilitate conversation and interaction. Seating type and arrangement had the least effect, although still quite significant. Group seating arrangements that facilitate interaction were preferred over individual seating arrangements.
CONCLUSION
The lobby is a relevant gathering and guest interaction space, and designed for use from the early morning hours into the evening. An atrium is central to the lobby design, with fine threads of the atrium experience weaving subtly throughout the hotel. The vastness is dispelled with the introduction of a series of comfortable and well-scaled social and work spaces that invite guests to linger. Everything guests might want to experience is connected to the atrium, either physically or through material or experiential reminders. As a result, they are never far from all that's happening in hotels.


UNICORN PRESTIGE HOTEL
Figure 11 Unicorn prestige hotelFigure 11 Unicorn prestige hotel
Figure 11 Unicorn prestige hotel
Figure 11 Unicorn prestige hotel
INTRODUCTION
The Four Star Hotel owned by Unicorn Prestige and designed by the Raza Associates, has great importance due to its prime location. The hotel has been constructed in a way to meet the needs of modern times.
Figure 12 Site locationFigure 12 Site location SITE
Figure 12 Site location
Figure 12 Site location
The site chosen for the project is, Allama Iqbal international Airport, opp. cargo, Lahore. The project is to design a lobby for the guests at this site.
SITE ANALYSIS
The site consists 2 atriums, 4 star hotel, 320 luxurious suites, 4 Grand restaurants, 4 banquet halls, Health club, swimming pool and Business center.
Figure 11 the restaurant facadeFigure 11 the restaurant facade SITE SURVEY
Figure 11 the restaurant facade
Figure 11 the restaurant facade
Figure 10 VIP entranceFigure 10 VIP entrance3.4.1 The Entrance
Figure 10 VIP entrance
Figure 10 VIP entrance
To the south is the VIP entrance with two Restaurants on each sides, one of which is the Chinese Restaurant. The entrance leads to a huge central area with skylight at top.
Entrance Area = 2176sqft approx.
Ceiling Height = 40'
Figure 13 Back entranceFigure 13 Back entranceFigure 14 Business center facadeFigure 14 Business center facadeTo the north is the back entrance or public entrance with business center on west side and shopping are on east. This entrance also leads to the central area.
Figure 13 Back entrance
Figure 13 Back entrance
Figure 14 Business center facade
Figure 14 Business center facade
Entrance Area = 1890sqft aprox.
Ceiling Height = 11'8"

Figure 15 SkylightFigure 15 SkylightFigure 16 Central LobbyFigure 16 Central Lobby3.4.2 The Central Lobby
Figure 15 Skylight
Figure 15 Skylight
Figure 16 Central Lobby
Figure 16 Central Lobby
The central atrium has four structural pillar bearing loads of two floors. Between these pillars are the capsule lifts with two electrial rooms on both sides, represented with curved walls, going vertically up to the ceiling. Behind these lifts elongated horizontal chamber leads to washrom area, identical on both sides beside waterbody is alocated on west side.
Central artrim diameter = 48'
Ceiling Height = 40'
Figure 17 Lift capsuleFigure 17 Lift capsuleFigure 18 Washroom chamberFigure 18 Washroom chamberChamber's area = 280sqft approx.
Figure 17 Lift capsule
Figure 17 Lift capsule
Figure 18 Washroom chamber
Figure 18 Washroom chamber
Chamber's ceiling Height = 11'8"

TECHNICAL DATA
STRUCTURE
Figure 19 Site planFigure 19 Site planThe Lobby Atrium consists of Ground floor, First floor and Second floor.
Figure 19 Site plan
Figure 19 Site plan
Total Lobby Height = 40'
Height of the Ground Floor = 11'8'' with 2' thick concrete slab
Height of the first floor = 10' with 2' thick concrete slab and 2' duct for pipes
Height of Skylight = 12'
It's a grey structure and require proper finishes according to the theme.
COMMERCIAL AMENITIES
Electricity, HVAC system, gas and water supply facilities are available.
LIGHTING
There are good sources of natural light through long skylight and large glass front facades.
VIEW
Green scenery occupies the vast vision which calms the exhausted travelers. It's being the central of attraction for most of the travelers due to airport nearby.
CONCLUSION
Therefore grey structure requires a complete makeover according to the theme with materials that are suitable to the environmental conditions of the area. The space that require transformation are main atrium, two floors and washroom corridors.

Figure 20 RetroFigure 20 RetroTHEME
Figure 20 Retro
Figure 20 Retro

RETRO
The purpose of the hotel is to entrain the guests, soothe the tiresome and comfort the travelers from around the world. As the location of the hotel plays an important role in determining the theme i.e Retro; recent past moreover people, their behavior and their habitual lifestyle from the near past is called retro.
Retro is a Latin word means backwards/past in times i.e. 15-30 years old. Few writers expressed retro through following beautiful lines drawing attention to childhood times.
"Feeling "how green was my valley". People feel life was much simpler, less stressful and relaxed when they were in schools and colleges. This is probably where a retro design takes us. It takes us to those sweet and memorable days when life was more relaxed". In short retro is about childhood memories.
Figure 21 FurnitureFigure 21 FurnitureNostalgic feel for childhood memories
Figure 21 Furniture
Figure 21 Furniture
Childhood period of grandparent 1950s
Childhood period of parent 1970s
Childhood period of children1990s
CHARACTERISTICS
FURNITURE
Sofas are broad and elongated with multi-colored throw pillows for an added dash of color. Shiny chrome barstools with bright red seats, it has abstract feel. Fuzzy throw rugs, door beads, lava lamps, skate tables and scoop stools. Art and sculptures are typically bold and unusual, leaning more toward abstract pieces rather than simple landscapes and still-life.
COLORS
Avocado green, mustard yellow with combinations of black, white and red, purple and hot pink, orange, green, indigo blue, and yellow on one single piece.
Figure 22 FlooringFigure 22 FlooringPATTERNS
Figure 22 Flooring
Figure 22 Flooring
Tie-dyed fabrics, checkered patterns, and elaborate paisley prints were also a trademark of the retro style.
TEXTURES OR MATERIALS
Shag carpeting, smooth plastics, soft vinyl, crushed velvets, natural wood and tiles placed in a checkerboard pattern.
LIGHTING
Floor lamps and lamps with square or tasseled shades are both wonderful retro choices. Swag multi-colored chandelier that plug into a wall socket and feature a dangling cord draped from hook to hook.
MID CENTURY RETRO, 1950s
It is a mixture of Art nouveau, art deco, Bauhaus and Dado.
Indoor - outdoor flow, connection with the natural world
Large, plain spacious windows
Wallpapers, furniture with geometric, simple lines and pure form
Figure 23 1950sFigure 23 1950sOrganic style; ease of living "no excess living and flourishing".
Figure 23 1950s
Figure 23 1950s
Graphic patterns; classic, bold, geometric, strong, sensuous curves and whimsical. Companies producing such patterns were Maharam, Marimekko, knoll
Heavy textural fabric; burlap, nubby, wool knits.
Lighting creates dramatic effect such as sputnik chandelier, bubble lights, acro floor lamps, and vacuum tubes.
Colors used were natural wood, rich and saturated tones such as persimmon, plum, rich teal, avocado, oxblood red, and gold.
Pioneer artist and designers were Hockney, Pollock, Calder, Frank Lord Wright, Le Corbusier, Walter Gropius, Eames, Saarnien, Nelson, Bertoria
THEME EVOLUTION
Airport is a busiest place in the whole world, occupied with people from all over the world. In this busy situation Hotel plays the dominate role in catering people, fulfilling their needs and desires. Now the question arises whom they will cater? As any age group can board the flight so hotels will be catering people from all ages, thereby senior citizens and infants require special attention due to their physical restrictions. From here theme flies to recent past generating recent most timelines including 70s, 80s and 90s.

Figure 24 Flow chart
Figure 25 1980sFigure 25 1980s RETRO IN 1970s-1980s
Figure 25 1980s
Figure 25 1980s
American Giglo style with clean line furniture, sleek décor and Japanese Zen influence.
Chintz work
Soft pastels with neon colors
Country style; spilt oak basket, glazed ceramic tiles.
Verdigris technique (texture; rustic green coppery color)
Open floor plan
Bold geometric patterns inspired by Memphis Milano.
Preppy; classy blue and white strips.
Abstract art
THE SWINGING 70s IN PAKISTAN
Figure 26 Pakistan in 1970sFigure 26 Pakistan in 1970sFrom many articles and programs it has been derived that Europeans and Americans are more interested in Pakistan's culture and its rich art. Hence making it important for designers to focus more upon. So why not giving them the full treat? Likewise my theme is retro, mostly western designers worked in regard of their culture but I have been inspired from 70s in Pakistan. Going back in time is the main mandate of the word retro. Following are the recap of Pakistan in 1970s.
Figure 26 Pakistan in 1970s
Figure 26 Pakistan in 1970s
The history of 1970s in Pakistan has taken from dawn newspaper articles. In 1970s Pakistan has deep grounds for politics, cinema, and hippie's trail and Dhol festivities. Therefore country's film industry reached a commercial peak; famous film includes Aina, Samaj. People were called liberal, Figure 27 1970sFigure 27 1970sattracted to hippie culture. Hippie's advocated nonviolence and love, a popular phrase being "Make love, not war," for which they were sometimes called "flower children".
Figure 27 1970s
Figure 27 1970s
Cutting short 1970s was the time when there were no distractions like mobiles, internet, social media but clean fresh air engulfing young spirits who are playing in the heart of gardens. When lobbies were the famous place for family chit chatting without being handicapped from technology. Those 70s when everyone works together, helping each other, spreading love and world is so simple around us. Mohalas, Galian and undroon sher are all vividly speaking about the life style of people, everywhere was great sense of peace and simplicity.
Famous highlights of 1970s are
Time period of Bhutto, uplifted politics due to the great public figure.
Won hockey cup in 1971, celebrations everywhere.
1973 hotel midway house, where two worlds meet. Accommodates hippies traveling from Europe, Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan.
1974 hashash house, Quetta, famous architecture of time.
A buggy ride 1974, famous vehicle used by hippies'. Van is richly painted in vivid colors with variety of hippie motifs.
Tabla music and Dhol culture were very popular.
Figure 28 Pakistan constructionFigure 28 Pakistan constructionBhutto word's regarding Pakistan "If Pakistan had deep roots in things like religious extremism, military rule and corruption, there was still an important part of the country's history that radiated a more confident, progressive, tolerant and joyous Pakistan."
Figure 28 Pakistan construction
Figure 28 Pakistan construction
RETRO IN 1970s-1980s
Minimalism and Anticluttered
Stealth revolution; floral, damask explosion.
Sponge painting, Pattern carpets, Ornate chandelier, Mirrored furniture.
Deeper, richer colors; indigo, pink, blues, cream, gray, coral, navy, sage and white tiles.
Figure 29 HippiesFigure 29 HippiesMixed metal i.e copper with rose gold and cool silver, bronze with brass, and silver with black and white.

Figure 29 Hippies
Figure 29 Hippies

CASE STUDIES

To see how design concept is used in hotel lobby interior, few case studies are discussed below.

INTERNATIONAL HOTEL
GIORGIO ARMANI HOTEL, DUBAI

Figure 30 Burj Khalifa, Armani Hotel
LOCATION
Hotel is nestled within 11 floors of Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, and is situated in the heart of the city; the vibrant Downtown Dubai business and leisure district. The location, design, and proximity of Emaar Square business centre make it one of the most desirable places to stay in Downtown Dubai. The hotel have 15 minutes' drive from the Dubai International Airport (DXB). It is conveniently positioned within walking distance of The Dubai Mall and the Dubai Fountain.
Figure 31 Armani Hotel LocationFigure 31 Armani Hotel LocationBurj Khalifa Area, Downtown Dubai – (إمارة دبيّ) - United Arab Emirates.
Figure 31 Armani Hotel Location
Figure 31 Armani Hotel Location
Figure 32 Armani Hotel facadeFigure 32 Armani Hotel facade
Figure 32 Armani Hotel facade
Figure 32 Armani Hotel facade
DESIGNER
Figure 33 Armani Hotel SuiteFigure 33 Armani Hotel SuiteUltra-chic, Milanese fashion designer Giorgio Armani, Armani Group and Emaar Properties PJSC chose the Burj Khalifa tower in Dubai for building up this luxury hotel. The residences were designed by Armani himself and the hotel architecture was designed by Wilson Associates.
Figure 33 Armani Hotel Suite
Figure 33 Armani Hotel Suite
SERVICES
It provides world class entertainment, shopping, dining attractions, most comfortable suites with extravagant bathrooms, boutiques, a nightclub, and a spa.
Accommodation & Design
Figure 34 Armani Hotel suite lobbyFigure 34 Armani Hotel suite lobbyThe design of the hotel's lobby and its 160 rooms and suites is very modern and international, with distinguished Armani style. The suite collection includes the enormous Dubai Suite, spanning the entire 39th floor and comprised of two bedrooms, a private study, a dining room, a private gym and a grand entrance hall.
Figure 34 Armani Hotel suite lobby
Figure 34 Armani Hotel suite lobby
The public spaces and 160 guest rooms and suites are located mostly on the first eight floors of the tower, plus floors 38 and 39, with 144 Armani-designed short-stay apartments on floors 9 through 16.
Figure 35 Armani Hotel restaurantFigure 35 Armani Hotel restaurantThe rooms' plush look is calming and soothing. For a bit of oomph, many rooms overlook the Dubai Fountain's Busby-Berkeley-goes-to-Arabia floor show designed by WET in the lake next to the Dubai Mall.
Figure 35 Armani Hotel restaurant
Figure 35 Armani Hotel restaurant
Dining
It has 10 restaurants and lounges and they religiously adhere to the Armani aesthetic. Dining options are excellent at the Armani Hotel and include, Ristorante, serving Italian dishes with a modern twist; Amal, serving Indian cuisine; Hashi, with fresh Japanese cuisine; and Mediterraneo, with European dishes. There is also Peck, the deli-style gourmet venue.


Figure 36 Armani Hotel LobbyFigure 36 Armani Hotel LobbyHOTEL LOBBY
Figure 36 Armani Hotel Lobby
Figure 36 Armani Hotel Lobby
Stepping into the hotel through one of the three glass pavilions nestled between the lobes of the tower, the visitor enters a cool, shadowy lobby dominated by a tubular arch construction, rather like an abstracted version of a spider sculpture by Louise Bourgeois. The halls of the Armani Hotel's guest-room floors, paneled in zebrawood and trimmed with LED cove lighting at the base and fluorescent lighting at the ceiling, impart the sleek look of a sci-fi catwalk to a calmer world. They lead to somnolently lush guest rooms where Armani partitioned spaces with serpentine walls to echo the curves of the tower's exterior.
Figure 37 Armani Hotel Lobby seatingFigure 37 Armani Hotel Lobby seatingFURNITURE
Figure 37 Armani Hotel Lobby seating
Figure 37 Armani Hotel Lobby seating
Modern round couches and sofas adorned the area with stylized yellow umbrella lamps and stool like tables. They are purely made of wood and leather. Since most of the furnishings and fabrics belong to the designer's home furnishings line, Armani Casa, the gesamtkunstwerk (art work that includes all art forms) idea never stops. Minimalist furniture style is purely depicted here in this hotel with high contrast of orange cushions.
Figure 38 Armani Hotel LoungeFigure 38 Armani Hotel Lounge LOUNGE
Figure 38 Armani Hotel Lounge
Figure 38 Armani Hotel Lounge
Private lounge is a separate area from the main lobby. Highly polished travertine flooring, Venetian stucco walls, handmade rugs and comfortable leather sofas adorned the place. Dramatic affect is elegantly created through yellow cove lights in contrast with lamps. Group seating is placed infront of the wall that has built-in niches with upward LED lights. Overall impact of the place is sophisticated and elegant yet modern.


CORRIDORS
Figure 39 Armani Hotel CorridorFigure 39 Armani Hotel CorridorDark corridors encompass the space with cove lighting, this chamber leading to a central arrangement of a flower. Elegantly flower vase is place over the minimalist style wooden table. Travertine flooring and zebrawood paneling is used as surface finishes. White light is used to neutralize the grey and charcoal color affect.
Figure 39 Armani Hotel Corridor
Figure 39 Armani Hotel Corridor
MATERIAL
The hotel is inspired by natural elements of the land. Apart from glass, stainless steel and polished dark stones, the interiors also feature Silver Travertine flooring, zebrawood paneling, Venetian stucco walls, handmade rugs, sheen of fabric wall coverings, Eramosa limestone flooring and dark, intricate Brazilian Santos Rosewood to reflect shelter, comfort, and above all, restrained luxury.
COLOR
Figure 40 Armani Hotel corridor facadeFigure 40 Armani Hotel corridor facadeIts color scheme is Full Armani Jacket, veering confidently from beige to tan to gray to charcoal.
Figure 40 Armani Hotel corridor facade
Figure 40 Armani Hotel corridor facade
CONCLUSION
Hotel is purely elegant and rich. Superb designer skills are visible depicting simple design but has been used brilliantly. Circular seating and light treatment is one of the most emphasizing element of the hotel lobby.

NATIONAL HOTELS
AVARI HOTEL LAHORE, PAKISTAN

Figure 41 Avari hotel
Figure 42 Avari LocationFigure 42 Avari Location LOCATION
Figure 42 Avari Location
Figure 42 Avari Location
The hotel is situated on the most central road of Lahore, it is easily accessible from the Allama Iqbal Internationl Airport, the motorway and the Grand Trunk Road. It offers easy access to Lahore's major business districts, government departments, tourist attractions and shopping areas.
Hotel is 14km away from Lahore Airport.
DESIGN
Hotel's design is inspired from Art deco, have nostalgic feel about royal times. It was founded by Dinshaw Avari and is now run by his son Byram Dinshawji Avari, the CEO of Avari Hotels Ltd, and his two sons Dinshaw and Xerxes.
SERVICES
It offers world class facilities including minibar, spa, shopping, anarkali Bar, 6 Restaurants, Café & Pastry Shop, Tariq Amin Salon (for women & men) and 188 bedrooms. Offers the highest service levels and best facilities, catering national and international travelers.
Accommodation & Design
Figure 43 Avari suiteFigure 43 Avari suiteAvari lahore has 188 best furnished rooms, and all the rooms are comfortable and luxury facilities. The beds are designed with best available materials, multi telephonic service, messaging service, mini bar, Wi- Fi internet service and many more like this. There are different types of rooms and suites available in Avari and these are lady Avari rooms, jacuzzi rooms, e-rooms, business club, executive club.
Figure 43 Avari suite
Figure 43 Avari suite
Dinning
Figure 44 Avari Kim restaurantFigure 44 Avari Kim restaurantAvari hotel is known best for having two best restaurants Fujiyama and Dynasty. The hotel offers six dining options including Pakistani, Chinese, Japanese and Continental. Its menu features a wide selection of choices from Pakistani specialties, Continental cuisine and selections from Fujiyama & Dynasty restaurants.
Figure 44 Avari Kim restaurant
Figure 44 Avari Kim restaurant
LOBBY
Figure 45 Avari LobbyFigure 45 Avari LobbyLobby's design is classic, elegant, glamorous and functional. Stepping into the lobby through the foyer adorned with hexagonal mirrors, guest enters into the shades of history. Retail shops are aligned along the entrance. Lobby is dominated by huge oil paintings, lavish Islamic designed arches and long corridors leading to shopping area and restaurants. Hence rich and extravagant art deco in the manner of Islamic art engulf the visitor's mind. Water and plants are two main elements that calm the souls. Confectionary display is also a part of a lobby. Here the center of attraction is the grand fountain with glass staircase leading to the upper lounge and luxuries suites.
Figure 45 Avari Lobby
Figure 45 Avari Lobby
PLAN
Reception is on right side, accompanied with restaurants and staircase.
Width 40'
Length 50'
Figure 46 Avari Hotel planFigure 46 Avari Hotel planHeight 20'
Figure 46 Avari Hotel plan
Figure 46 Avari Hotel plan
Figure 47 Avari receptionFigure 47 Avari reception RECEPTION
Figure 47 Avari reception
Figure 47 Avari reception
Reception desk is made of mahogany wood finished with semi-gloss polish. Reception area is being highlighted with the wall behind it. The wall is embellished with art work, plywood paneling, floor lamps, planters and central beautiful Multifoil arch. Reception occupies approx. 48sqft of an area. There are two separate desks placed above carpets, each accompanied with two traditionally designed wooden chairs. Therefore front façade of reception gives off enchanting appeal.
FURNITURE
Vintage furniture with exotic embellishment beautifies the space. The art deco and Islamic styled furniture that reflected modern technology, characterized by scrolls, smooth lines, geometric shapes, streamlined forms and bright, sometimes garish colors. They are made of solid wood mahogany and treated with high-gloss lacquer finish. This gave the pieces a very rich and sleek look. Each seating area occupies 100sqft of an area. Upholstery is printed with floral pattern. Clear glass is placed over the dark matte, wooden console. The chairs and tables are typically depicts the style of traditional living within Pakistan.

Figure 48 Avari seating Figure 49 Avari scroll design Figure 50 Avari Table Figure 51 Avari upholstery
WALLS FINISHES
Symmetry and balance were the key elements within the wall treatment. Heavily carved wooden columns and arches perfectly divides the ceiling load. Plywood paneled walls with lacquer finish were quite dominate all over the place. Great artwork framed within multifoil arch and hang on smoothly painted walls. Mirrors and jalis (perforated grill) also contributed as one of the wall finishes.
Figure 52 Avari wall finish (i)Figure 52 Avari wall finish (i)Figure 43 shows one of the wall finishes in Avari hotel. Skirting is made of artificial marble. Wall is symmetrically divided into three panels with the use of pointed arch. The panels are made of plywood and veneers. Beautiful traditional painting is hang on matte off white paint.
Figure 52 Avari wall finish (i)
Figure 52 Avari wall finish (i)
Figure 53 Avari wall finish (ii)Figure 53 Avari wall finish (ii)Figure 44 displays another wall finished technique used within hotel. Mirror is sandwich between a wall and a wood. Mirror is behind a hexagonal perforated frame of multifoil arch. The entire wall is again made of plywood wood and veneers. This wall is a part of entrance that has an area of about 72sqft of an area.
Figure 53 Avari wall finish (ii)
Figure 53 Avari wall finish (ii)
Figure 54 Avari wall finish (iii)Figure 54 Avari wall finish (iii)Figure 45 displays third wall finished technique. Here again the use of material is same but application is differs. Doric pilasters along with perforated grills are used with central glass window design in geometric pattern. The aesthetics are achieved by the clever use of wooden table, lamp and carpet in front of a window.
Figure 54 Avari wall finish (iii)
Figure 54 Avari wall finish (iii)
Figure 46 exhibits the last technique that is used. Paintings has always been an important role in the traditional art style. All traditional paintings are painted with oil paint and framed within the multifoil arch.
COLUMNS AND ARCHES
Figure 55 Avari wall finish (iv)Figure 55 Avari wall finish (iv)Solid wooden, matte polished columns bears the load of the building. Columns are embellished with heavy carvings of floral pattern. The base of column is incised into stylized lotus motif. At some corners of the hotel this column stands alone while few support multifoil arches.
Figure 55 Avari wall finish (iv)
Figure 55 Avari wall finish (iv)
Multifoil arch is used here, which has the deep routes within Islamic art. Arch is made of partal frame and plywood sheet with lacquered finish.

Figure 56 Free-standing column Figure 57 Arch Figure 58 Multifoil arch
Figure 59 Avari staircaseFigure 60 Avari staircaseFigure 59 Avari staircaseFigure 60 Avari staircaseGRAND STAIRCASE
Figure 59 Avari staircase

Figure 60 Avari staircase
Figure 59 Avari staircase

Figure 60 Avari staircase
Square shaped water body cantilevered the glass staircase and skylight illuminates the space. 12mm tempered glass is used in stairs along with chrome railing, which is sprayed in golden color.
Height = 20'
CEILING
Figure 61 Avari lobby ceiling (i)Figure 61 Avari lobby ceiling (i)Ceiling is made of plaster of pairs and finished with different mediums such as veneers and lacquer finished. It is highly embellished with simple, geometric patterns and stunning hanging lamps. Ambience of fountain enhances with extravagant sky light.
Figure 61 Avari lobby ceiling (i)
Figure 61 Avari lobby ceiling (i)
Figure 51 shows the main lobby ceiling which is made of plaster of pair and finished with veneers. The grand lobby motif derives its influence from Islamic art but its style of depiction and application reflects deco art grace. The ceiling creates dramatic ambiance of past with cove lights, lamps and LED bulbs.
Figure 62 Avari halllway ceiling (ii)Figure 62 Avari halllway ceiling (ii)Figure 52 ceiling motif is inspired from Islamic patterns. Materials used in its construction is same as above.
Figure 62 Avari halllway ceiling (ii)
Figure 62 Avari halllway ceiling (ii)
Figure 53 typical sitara motif which has its strong routes within Islamic art.
Figure 63 Avari ceiling (iii)Figure 63 Avari ceiling (iii)Figure 54 shows the ceiling that is above stair case. The dome like skylight is made of iron frame and a clear tempered glass. The center of attention are the chrome lamps.
Figure 63 Avari ceiling (iii)
Figure 63 Avari ceiling (iii)
FLOORING
Figure 64 Avari ceiling stairs (iv)Figure 64 Avari ceiling stairs (iv)Highly polished 2' x 2' marble tiles (boti sena) are used in abstract designs with black and white color in contrast. Most of the space has been overlaid with large rugs in geometric and floral patterns that gives them the traditional appeal.
Figure 64 Avari ceiling stairs (iv)
Figure 64 Avari ceiling stairs (iv)

Figure 55 Avari flooring (iii) Figure 56 Avari flooring (iv)
Figure 57 shows the central lobby flooring pattern. Geometric pattern is made with different types of marble including boti sena at the back, Italian marble as the base and green marble used to make star spikes.
Figure 57 Avari flooring (i)Figure 57 Avari flooring (i)Figure 58 Avari flooring (ii)Figure 58 Avari flooring (ii)Figure 58 shows flooring of hallway that has simple marble tiles with contrast of geometric border. Continuous motif is the element of Islamic and art deco.

Figure 57 Avari flooring (i)
Figure 57 Avari flooring (i)
Figure 58 Avari flooring (ii)
Figure 58 Avari flooring (ii)

LIGHTING
Emergency lights are available within hotel premises. Floor and hanging lamps are made of glass, wood, metal and chrome. Glass is etched and enameled. Few lights uses white glass or colored tiffany-style glass.

Figure 59 Avari lamp Figure 60 Avari Chandilier Figure 61 Avari hanging lamp
COLORS
Hotel uses off whites, browns, red, cream, beige, shades of green and yellow color. The colors, tones and slick style represent the hotel's theme beautifully.
CONCLUSION
Hotel lobby is a beautiful blend of Art deco and Islamic art. The designer not only focuses on aesthetics but also on its function. Hence Avari hotel lobby represents the true essences of traditional art along with living style. The idea of depicting history through paintings as wall finish is a brilliant impression of theme.
But in my opinion lower ceiling height suffocates the space due to its grand and heavy traditional wood work and fabric pattern.
5.2.2 BAHRIA GRAND HOTEL AND RESORT, LAHORE, PAKISTAN

Figure 62 Bahria Grand
Figure 63 Bahria Grand Hotel LocationFigure 63 Bahria Grand Hotel Location5.2.2.1 LOCATION
Figure 63 Bahria Grand Hotel Location
Figure 63 Bahria Grand Hotel Location
Figure 65 Bahira Grand Hotel LocationFigure 66 Bahira Grand Hotel LocationFigure 65 Bahira Grand Hotel LocationFigure 66 Bahira Grand Hotel LocationThe key location of Bahria Grand Hotel serves a great purpose for the guests on business as well as leisure travel. It is securely located in the round the clock guarded premises of Bahria Town Lahore at the main Bahria Avenue. Bahria Grand lies in the center of the industrial, with a close proximity to several universities and businesses.
Figure 65 Bahira Grand Hotel Location

Figure 66 Bahira Grand Hotel Location
Figure 65 Bahira Grand Hotel Location

Figure 66 Bahira Grand Hotel Location
DESIGN
Bahria Grand exemplifies true excellence. From the lavish exterior to breathtaking interiors, the hotel is designed in the truest of grandeur. Lush green fields outside and a beautiful mini-golf mapped across enhance the magnificence of the exterior. Modern and luxurious rooms, world-class restaurants, state-of-the-art boardrooms, and large banquet facilities.
Figure 64 Bahria Grand suiteFigure 64 Bahria Grand suite SERVICES
Figure 64 Bahria Grand suite
Figure 64 Bahria Grand suite
Bahria Grand Hotel & Resort is a jewel of elegance. It is offering unparalleled standards of comfort and service. This is a place where service satisfies every whim and every moment.
Accommodation & Design
Figure 65 Bahria restaurantFigure 65 Bahria restaurantThe rooms and suites in Bahria Grand are designed to feel more like an opulent residence than a temporary getaway. Rooms include; 8 Deluxe Rooms, 8 Premium Rooms (Golf View), 8 Junior Suites and 8 Executive Suites.
Figure 65 Bahria restaurant
Figure 65 Bahria restaurant
Dining
At Bahria Grande, there are four super lavish dining options including Golden palm restaurant, Café grand, Panini dining and in room dinings. The cuisines at Bahria Grand caters to all.
LOBBY
Lobby is divided into three zones; zone one is the lounge area, zone two is the reception, atrium with central stairs and third zone is the private lounge. Lobby provokes the feel of being grandeur. The place portraits Greek o Roman sense of style with true geometric motifs, Doric columns and colors. Visitors greeted with the central large flower vase after stepping into the lobby while spiral staircase and elegant fountain hides behind it.
Figure 66 Bahria Grand Hotel PlanFigure 66 Bahria Grand Hotel PlanPLAN
Figure 66 Bahria Grand Hotel Plan
Figure 66 Bahria Grand Hotel Plan
Visually it is a small elegant lobby, consist of one restaurant, private lounge, front lounge and central staircase.
Open Lobby width 25' Length 40' Height 15'
Reception area width 30' length 20' height 10'
Lounge area width 15' length 15' height 30'
COLORS
Hotel uses off whites, yellow, gold, red, blue and brown. Bold colors cherishes the true sense of luxury.
ZONE ONE
It is an open lounge with two symmetrical seating, decoration artifacts, giant glass windows and a central hexagonal table. This area gives the beautiful view of a lawn outside highlighted with fountains.
Figure 67 Bahria Zone 1Figure 67 Bahria Zone 1FURNITURE
Figure 67 Bahria Zone 1
Figure 67 Bahria Zone 1
Red throne chairs and couches occupies the space with brightly blue colored velvet upholstery, red cushions and steel legs. Simple circular glass coffee tables with wooden base are placed in between couches. Central hexagonal wooden table is the center of attention within the area. The table shown in fig 68, it is finished with semi-gloss polish. Traditional carpet are laid under table.Figure 68 Bahria TableFigure 68 Bahria TableFigure 68 Bahria TableFigure 68 Bahria Table
Figure 68 Bahria Table

Figure 68 Bahria Table
Figure 68 Bahria Table

Figure 68 Bahria Table
WALL FINISHES
Front walls have large 12mm tempered glass windows covered with white curtains. Window heads have been sandwiched between perforated wooden grills. Sandblast stickers are affixed in the bottom of the glass in simple horizontal lines. Main entrance wall support double glass door. The windows are divided with white marble columns.
Figure 69 Bahria Hotel ceiling treatmentFigure 69 Bahria Hotel ceiling treatmentFigure 69 Bahria Hotel ceiling treatmentFigure 69 Bahria Hotel ceiling treatmentCEILING
Figure 69 Bahria Hotel ceiling treatment

Figure 69 Bahria Hotel ceiling treatment
Figure 69 Bahria Hotel ceiling treatment

Figure 69 Bahria Hotel ceiling treatment
Ceiling of this area is simple and elegant. The central ceiling has an eye shaped depression which is made of white plaster of Paris with a chandelier. The ceiling has proper LEDs distribution inorder to illuminate the area properly at night.
Ceiling Height = 20'
FLOOR
Two patterns are followed throughout the hotel
Highly polished beige, dark brown 2' x 2' porcelain tiles are aligned in a simple pattern.
Figure 70 Bahria Hotel floor patternFigure 70 Bahria Hotel floor patternRectangular lounge is divided into half with the border designed in a geometric pattern. Proportionally balanced pattern is the illustration of Roman style.
Figure 70 Bahria Hotel floor pattern
Figure 70 Bahria Hotel floor pattern
LIGHTING
The place plays brilliantly with natural light coming from large windows in contrast with artificial light of lamps and chandelier.

Figure 71 Bahria Hotel lighting source (ii) Figure 72 Bahria Hotel lighting source (i)
Figure 73 Bahria Hotel reception sideFigure 73 Bahria Hotel reception sideZONE TWO
Figure 73 Bahria Hotel reception side
Figure 73 Bahria Hotel reception side
Zone 2 carries reception area, mini café, spiral staircase and hallways leading to other spaces.
RECEPTION
3'6" reception desk is made of artificial marble. The wall behind it, is embellished with mirrors that are bordered within golden lacquered columns. Mini café is opposite while private lounge is adjacent to the reception.
STAIRCASE
Spiral staircase lead up to three floors and capped with a skylight. The vertical supporting column and stair slab are made of artificial black marble. The railing is of tempered glass etched with floral motifs. Skylight is in the shape of a star, made out of a metal. Staircase area is lit up with skylight. The adjacent wall of stairs is coated with beige texture paint and mirrors are being hang on them.
Staircase is accompanied with the circular planter section made of artificial black marble. Plants are emphasized with spot lights affixed within floor.

Figure 74 Bahria Hotel staircase Figure 75 Bahria Hotel center Figure 76 Bahria Hotel corridors
FURNITURE
Traditional style tables are gold lacquered with inlaid carvings. The table design and form shows pure Greek o Roman influence. The tables are placed infront of the walls that depicts the style used in old Roman castles. Reception desk is made of artificial marble. This zones contains no seating arrangement. Semicircular couches are upholstered with jacquard fabric accompanied with vivid color cushions.

Figure 77 Bahria Hotel furniture (ii) Figure 78 Bahria Hotel furniture (i)
WALL FINISHES
Walls are treated in many different ways. Greek continuous motif and yellow or off white strip wallpaper are used in combination with glass and wood panels. Circular mirrors and few abstract paintings are hung on painted walls. Walls support glass, copper steel doors.
Figure 17, White washed walls in contrast with plywood and mirror panels. Typical Greek border is used on walls at 3'. Wall skirtings are made of artificial marble tiles.
Figure 18, another style of wall finish. Dark matte polished horizontal wooden bars are used at top and bottom of the wall. The vertical cladded bars are made of lacquered plywood. The circular mirror is hang on the wallpaper. The wallpaper design is inspired from William Moris. The entire arrangement gives the royal impression.

Figure 79 Bahria Hotel wall finish (i) Figure 80 Bahria Hotel wall finish (ii)
COLUMNS
Greek doric columns are used extensively in the hotel. The base of the column is made of plywood and holds the LEDs in order together to enhance the aesthetic look of the column. Shaft of column is cladded with the plaster of paris and finished with acrylic paint. Few other columns are cladded and finished with artifical marble tiles.
Fig. 77 shows another column style used within the Hotel lobby it is made of plain fiber lacquered with golden color.


Figure 81 Bahria Hotel column (i) Figure 82 Bahria Hotel column (ii)
Figure 83 Bahria ceilingFigure 83 Bahria ceilingCEILING
Figure 83 Bahria ceiling
Figure 83 Bahria ceiling
Ceiling is made in a circular form from plaster of paris. The dramatic effect is created with yellow LEDs, chandelier, cove lights, spot lights over tables and walls.
Ceiling Height = 10'
FLOOR
As mentioned before floor has polished beige, dark brown porcelain tiles aligned in geometric pattern. Geometric pattern highlights the brilliance of Greek skills in mathematics.
LIGHTING
The place plays brilliantly with natural light coming from large windows and skylights in contrast with artificial light of lamps and chandelier.
Figure 84 Bahria Hotel zone 3Figure 84 Bahria Hotel zone 3ZONE THREE
Figure 84 Bahria Hotel zone 3
Figure 84 Bahria Hotel zone 3
The center of attention of this area is the tall palm tree. It is of plain fiber lacquered in golden color. The floor is made of a simple porcelain tiles. Brick tiles are affixed on the walls surrounding the area. Plain glass is used in windows, framed in black aluminum material. Area offers comfortable and private seating with black leather couches. The entire zone portraits glamour. Same blue couch is placed near a large glass window showing fountain's beautiful view.
Floor tile = 2' x 2'
Wall brick tile = 1' x 6"

CONCLUSION
Hotel has truly exuberant interior that is breathtaking. Design and function come together to create a masterpiece in elegance and sophistication. However designer has brilliantly played with natural and artificial lights creating dramatic effect. But wall finishes mustn't be that rich and heavy in such smaller area.

DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS


SKETCHING PROCESS
Initial sketches includes all elements of 1970s in Pakistan but in a retro style i.e gramophone, hippie's culture, peace, love, flower, spring, films, mirrors, leather, vivid colors etc.

Figure 67 Initial sketches (i)

Figure 68 Initial sketches (ii)

Figure 69 Initial sketches (iii)
Reception desk is inspired from the television case of that time. Stylized oblong desk is made and balanced with antenna and 3D motifs. Television case is taken for reception as both are used for giving information.

Figure 70 Sketch Reception desk Figure 71 1970s TV case
Another option for reception desk. Here my sketch is inspired from the gramophone which was very popular at times of 1970s.

Figure 72 Sketch gramophone inspired desk Figure 73 Pakistani drama clip

Figure 74 Sketch desk inspired from supporters Figure 75 Supporters
Reel and hippies are the prominent features that coexist in 1970s of Pakistan. Using both together I have produce the following sketch.

Figure 76 Sketch center of attention Figure 77 Column design

Figure 78 hippies motif Figure 79 Reel
As mentioned earlier in chapter 4, 1970s was the golden age of films, music and dhol culture. Considering this few more sketches are drawn. Fig 78 represents the waterbody, the dynamics are; water droplets will fall upon the drum skin, from above in a calculated manner creating a strong rhythmic music for the passersby.

Figure 80 drum inspired sketch Figure 81 water body sketch Figure 82 furniture sketch inspired drum

Figure 83 Dhol festival Figure 84 Lahore Cinema Figure 85 Reel
Further my grandparent's old pictures helped me in space designing according to 1970s. The purpose of a reel is to show the still imagery, so here it projects the past. Fig 91 depicts the old times where television used to display distorted images due to signal problem caused in antenna; ref fig 93 and 94. Fig 101 is a sketch of bags, portraying hippie's culture of constant travelling which in return also linked with the guests coming to the hotel from a long flight or a journey.

Figure 86 Space designing Figure 87 Wall design

Figure 88 Brick wall design Figure 89 Rustic brick wall design

Figure 90 black n white pattern Figure 91 Historic image

Figure 92 Ceiling sketch Figure 93 Roof style in 1970s

Figure 94 Wall sketch inspired from Tv distortion (i) Figure 95 Wall sketch inspired from Tv distortion (ii)

Figure 96 TV Distortion Figure 97 Tv glitch

Figure 98 Door Sketch (i) Figure 99 Door Sketch (ii) Figure 100 Door Sketch (iii)

Figure 101 Partitions used in 1970s Figure 102 old door picture Figure 103 Traditional old door

Figure 104 Initial bag sketch Figure 105 Wall design

Figure 106 Luggage Figure 107 Boy with bags

Figure 108 back wall design

Figure 109 Communication source in 1970s

Figure 110 Furniture design Figure 111 Chair design Figure 112 Furniture setting

Figure 113 Drama clip Figure 114 old furniture Figure 115 Old picture shows furniture setting

Figure 116 border sketch Figure 117 Book rack design

Figure 118 Architecture in 1970s Figure 119 open piping in 1970s
In the end study model helped to visualize the space more efficiently.

Figure 120 Study model (i) Figure 121 Study model (ii)
CAD DRAWINGS
PLANS
Plans include designed flooring, ceiling and furniture layout according to the theme.









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MODEL AND RENDERED IMAGES

Figure 122 Rendered image (i) Figure 123 Rendered image (ii)

Figure 124 Model (i) Figure 125 Model (ii)

Figure 126 Model (iii) Figure 127 Model (iv)

Figure 128 Model (iv) dim day light Figure 129 Model (v) night lights

Figure 130 Model (vi) Figure 131 Model (vii)

Figure 132 Model (ix) Figure 133 Model (x)



Pakistan in 1970s
Max. 30 years ago
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