DoubleTree by Hilton, Dubai

Designed by DWP, the 238-guestroom DoubleTree by Hiton Dubai in the Business Bay area will cater to the increasing number of business and leisure travellers visiting the area whilst providing further F&B, retail and leisure facilities to local office workers and residents. Described as a home away from home, the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotels are known for their approachable, comfortable style. Welcomed with a cookie at check-in, the concept revolves around the simplicity of happiness and comfortable luxury.

In terms of the space’s interior, the oud’s warm, glossy timber finishes, rounded and linear forms, high gloss surfaces and an interpretation of the intricate motifs is used as inspiration to create a wonderful and welcoming arrival experience, followed by a delightful visual journey throughout the hotel that is honest, wholesome and warm. Often played at festive gatherings, bringing people together, the sound of the oud is soothing, warm and inviting. Reinterpreting the essence of the culture in a dynamic and edgy manner. The DoubleTree by Hilton in Bay Square brings all the elements from the oud into its property.

The concept of the lobby and lobby lounge planning was to create a warm sense of arrival. To be greeted with a welcoming smile and feel at ease right away. The layout is inspired by the home away from home feeling travellers look for, creating multiple ‘living room’ spaces filled with an eclectic mix of furniture. It is like visiting a friend’s home who has collected furniture and art from their travels around the world.

The connectivity zone is part of the main lobby, and creates a space within a space that is both social and private. Offering plug-in points, a cozy space to kick up your feet and browse on personal devices or use the hotel provided devices to surf the web.

DWP and Khatib and Alami have designed a dynamic and truly unique hotel environment for the region; setting new trends and clearly setting its users apart in the trendy Bay Square district. Khansaheb’s impeccable attention to detail and highly apt joinery division further enhanced the thoughtful gestures designed throughout the hotel. Immaculate detailing of curved forms carried out effortlessly. Raw materials and textures invigorate the senses. New concepts in terms of carpets, screens, ceilings or other standard materials are used. This special project was created from a strong vision and simple brief from the client, which the designers swiftly realised through an intense design process.