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completed

feb 2019

responsibilities

interior design, graphics, signage & styling

programme

size 35.600 sqm, 277 rooms, public spaces and amenities

location

munich, de

Andaz Munich in Schwabing. Like a kaleidoscope, the Andaz hotel reflects the culture and tradition of the neighbourhood, creating a stimulating and inspiring atmosphere where guests and locals can feel at home.
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The combination of state-of-the-art technology and old traditions that makes Munich so unique forms a sense of tension that can be found throughout the hotel design. The ceiling structure illustrates this contrast via a literally interwoven network of rough wood and high-gloss anodised metal. The connecting axis between the different areas which brings all functions together in a single hybrid space ('we share') is a lively place to meet and mingle. The many facets of Bavarian culture run like a leitmotif through the design. This is reflected from the largest scale to the smallest details; for example, the diamond shape (the Bavarian flag) is placed over the whole layout like a matrix, while details like deer horn buttons on the cushions remind of Bavarian fashion. Many icons associated with the city of Munich have been reinterpreted or abstracted as small highlights drizzled throughout the hotel, while traditional materials have been given a modern interpretation via a contemporary design language.

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the lounge & bar

the lounge immediately has an impressive effect on the guests with the oversized diamond pattern of the natural stone floor mirrored on the ceiling by back-lit diamond shapes. The diamond-shaped columns in the entrance area are two storeys high and feature several nearly seven-metre high video screens that stream the Munich skies while guests informally check in. Like a lively street, the central 'we share' common area runs through the lounge, blending the different areas together. Its modern interpretation of a Stammtisch and giant green islands with tree-like inspired lampshade sculptures bring the area to life. The diamond-shaped bar, situated in the heart of the lounge, is its focal point: it is crowned by a light sculpture with more than 3000 faceted crystal balls that disseminate radiant light.

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the rooms

A modern loft was the inspiration for the very spacious hotel rooms. Instead of conventional walls that separate the room, two frames of raw steel divide it into a bathroom, bedroom and living area to create a contemporary en-suite. It has resulted in an open character with a free visual axis from the entrance to the wide panorama windows. The custom designed sofa across the entire width of the window – from the chaise longue to the workplace – is reminiscent of the seats and leather details of a vintage BMW. Surrounded by local materials such as oak and copper details, supplemented by Bavarian accessories such as the Gamsbart hat or dirndl mannequin, guests will feel perfectly at home.

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spa & pool deck

The human body has no sharp angles, and this leading theme inspired the round shapes of the spaces in the spa. As they flow organically into each other, guests are intuitively guided to the different areas, while natural materials, soft greens, oak, light tile mosaics and brass accents radiate an elegant calm. On the 5th floor, there is a 24-hour fitness center, treatment rooms, changing rooms and an extensive sauna area. An iconic spiral staircase links the 5th floor to the pool deck and outdoor terrace on the 6th. This area is also directly accessible with the lift and is the perfect place for pool parties, presentations and other events surrounded by an impressive view over Munich.

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skybar & rooftop

‘M’Uniqo’ When stepping off the lift at the highest point of the building, guests will be rewarded with a panoramic view over Munich. Embedded in an exclusive range of materials in brass and petrol tones, M’Uniqo is all about opulence and richness. Centred around an iconic bottle rack, the five-metre high bar has a core covered in back-lit shelves, with hundreds of bottles reflected in the mirror ceiling. Sampling Italian cicchettis and nipping vermouth from crystal glasses, visitors are welcome to sink into the deep blue velvet sofas or enjoy the cosmopolitan atmosphere at the long bar tables. The half-covered rooftop bar with spacious lounge seating area on top of the hotel creates a sense of being on a short vacation, surrounded by a palette of blues featured in the cushions and bright blue glasses of the bottle rack. Whether from a rocking chair, the porch swing or a bar table, with a little luck guests can see the Alps glowing in the distance.

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Coffee Bar ’Bicicletta’

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The Ballroom

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Restaurant ‘The Lonely Broccoli’

facts & figures

total area 35.600 sqm 
rooms total 277
average room size  42 sqm 
suites 43 72 to 200 sqm 
lobby 915 sqm 
restaurant 380 sqm,  coffeebar  78 sqm 
meeting rooms & events 1200 sqm 
ballroom & prefunction 925 sqm
spa & pooldeck 2500 sqm 
skybar  600 sqm

concrete

responsibilities interior design, graphic, signage & styling
team rob wagemans, melanie knüwer, hilka ackermann, susanne schanz, cathelijne vreugdenhil, sylvie meuffels, jolijn vonk, kasia heijerman, sofie ruytenberg, lisa hassanzadeh, erik van dillen.

partners & collaborators

architect of record HPP, HAS (façade) 
specialist joinery Baierl & Demmelhuber, Innenausbau Klumpp, Mebloform, K&S Einrichtungs GmbH 
interior coordination Feuring Hotel Development
photography Wouter van der Sar & Hyatt

awards

2019 - 2020 finalist

goldkey best hotel upscale 
surface travel awards  hospitality large hotel
dezeen hotel and short-stay interior
AIT hotel design
FRAME hotel of the year 

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