The Penang Grand
Year
2024
Location
George Town, Penang
Scope
Hotel Lobby & Lounge
Services
Commercial DesignArt CurationProject Management
The Brief
A heritage boutique hotel undergoing a landmark refurbishment. The owners wanted a lobby that honours the building's colonial past while projecting a cosmopolitan, forward-looking identity.
Our Approach
We introduced a dramatic double-volume atrium with restored timber trusses above and polished concrete below. A curated collection of Southeast Asian contemporary art anchors each social zone, while custom furniture bridges the gap between heritage craft and modern comfort.
The Transformation
Before
After