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Headed Up by Three Designers: Thierry Despont, Alexandra Champalimaud, and Tony Chi |
Boca Raton, FL - February 22, 2006 - Florida's Boca Raton Resort &
Club, originally built in 1926 by legendary architect Addison Mizner, has
embarked on a multi-million dollar refurbishment headed up by an ensemble
of world-renowned designers. Assembled for the project by LXR
Luxury Resorts which manages the landmark property, these celebrated designers
will bring a fresh new look and feel to the legendary resort while drawing
heavily from Mizner's original philosophy and vision. The resort,
which can really be described as a collection of five distinct boutique
properties all poised within a full-service resort, will also add the famed
New York restaurants La Goulue and the Old Homestead Steak House which
will open their first Florida outposts in the resort this year
The first thing guests already familiar with the resort will immediately notice is the new lobby which has been expertly redesigned and reconfigured to ease the flow of arrivals, allowing a much more synergistic and speedier check-in process, something every hotel guest is sure to appreciate. French artist-architect Thierry Despont is spearheading the extensive refurbishment and revival of the resort's majestic lobby and retail area, where he plans to capture the simplicity of the original space as Mizner designed it. Drawing on Mizner's DNA, Despont will create what he likens as a - return to casual life in an elegant environment, reminiscent of the Cote D'Azur in the 40s and 50s. These public areas will also be opened up, providing an abundance of natural light and open space, encouraging guests to relax and unwind with a cool cocktail from one of the Resort's centrally located bars. Guests can select from five individual choices of accommodation, which have each been redesigned to provide a true sense of place within the resort itself. Whether guests choose the original Cloister rooms which feature classic Mediterranean art and architecture, the contemporary Tower rooms with sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Resort grounds, the newly designed Boca Bungalows which offer a sense of peace and seclusion, the Yacht Club with its elegantly appointed suites and rooms or the famed Beach Club, they will instantly feel at home, experiencing the utmost in comfort and a truly refined sense of luxury. From the two championship 18-hole golf courses, to the sanctuary of Spa Palazzo, to the beautifully appointed rooms and public spaces, to the wide array of services and amenities offered, the new Boca Raton Resort & Club leaves nothing to the imagination. For those individuals who would like to truly - get away from it all,
the Boca Bungalows, the first phase of which will debut in Fall 2006, are
being redesigned by acclaimed designer Alexandra Champalimaud. Intrigued
by the cultural significance of the property, Champalimaud has taken the
unique characteristics of this area of the resort into account when creating
the fresh new design for the Bungalows which illuminate a sense of intimacy,
home and place. Her design is that of understated elegance and simplicity.
The Bungalows are appointed with magnificent white wood furnishings and
beautiful flooring reminiscent of natural stone, juxtaposed with a pale
and muted palette of colors on the walls and fabrics throughout - a true
reflection of the Bungalows place within the overall resort.
Of course, these guests are just a stone's throw away from some of the Resort's amazing new restaurants including Old Homestead Steakhouse, located in the Golf Club House. Here, designer Tony Chi is taking a fresh, modern approach to the design of the restaurant, which is scheduled to open late Spring 2006. Chi is using contemporary metal materials and textured glass in the design of the 280-seat restaurant, juxtaposed with dark woods, to create a dramatic setting that is sophisticated yet rustic. Established in 1868 in New York's Meatpacking District, Old Homestead features an impressive menu of beef and an award-winning collection of wines, and is a longtime favorite of locals and visitors alike. One of the restaurant's hallmarks is their unique aging process, which calls for a three-week dry aging of beef with a special blend of herbs, followed by a week of wet aging, resulting in what are often called the industry's top steaks. Those who prefer seafood will appreciate selections such as the restaurant's signature Seafood Tower and homemade miso-lime remoulade. The new restaurant will serve a complete lunch and dinner menu daily. For guests looking for a more classic meal, La Goulue will open in Fall 2006. The eatery has been known to New Yorkers and celebrities alike as the quintessential, intimate neighborhood Parisian bistro since opening its doors in 1972 in the heart of Manhattan's Gold Coast. The restaurant earned a coveted Michelin star in November 2005 in the inaugural Michelin Guide to New York City. For its Boca incarnation, the restaurant's soaring venue will feature a wonderfully elegant, classic design by Thierry Despont and a menu that will feature several of the La Goulue French classics. The key to the continued success of La Goulue can be attributed to the very "hands-on" management style of partners Susanne and Francois Latapie, that is a testament to their passion and love for the restaurant. With the addition of these new dining establishments (and many more to come), and the magnificent redesign of both the guestrooms and public spaces, the Boca Raton Resort & Club will long remain a favorite retreat for international travelers and local club members. All of these new modern elements, combined with the classic details bring the Resort into the spotlight as a world-class destination for those travelers looking for the utmost in comfort and leisure. With its rich history, and forward thinking and attentive management team, the property - which defined the resort experience for the 20th century, is poised to redefine that experience for the 21st century. ABOUT BOCA RATON RESORT & CLUB:
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