Berlin,
May 23, 2012
– The June 18 opening of Dorset Square Hotel, Design Hotels™’ new
member hotel
in London, signifies an emotional homecoming for Tim and Kit Kemp, the
husband
and wife team behind Firmdale Hotels. The elegant townhouse situated on
a leafy
square in London’s Marylebone was originally purchased by the couple in
1985,
marking their first venture into the boutique hotel market, but was
later sold
to allow for other projects. The Kemps have recently reacquired Dorset
Square
Hotel, which has undergone extensive refurbishment. The original
country house
style has been replaced by Kit's signature design stamp: bold colors,
contrasting fabrics, and one-off art pieces and furnishings. The
self-taught
designer believes that “hotels should be living things, not stuffy
institutions”. This mantra is illustrated clearly in the 38
individually
designed bedrooms; each follows a different color scheme and is adorned
with
items gathered from around the globe.
www.designhotels.com/dorset_square_hotel
Inspiring
Interiors
Kit Kemp has a special affinity for Dorset Square Hotel and has thus infused her design concept with lots of personalized touches. The interiors are an eclectic mix of color, texture and stylistic elements, including exclusive fabrics from her new collection with Christopher Farr, as well as an exquisite selection of hand-woven carpets from Argentina. From the sumptuous drawing room with an open fireplace to the intimate Potting Shed bar and restaurant featuring specially commissioned wallpaper, the engaging public spaces are the epitome of Kemp’s particular brand of organic English contemporary design.
Many of the guestrooms look out onto the tranquil private gardens of Dorset Square, which were incidentally the original site of Thomas Lord’s cricket ground. Each room features a striking marble and oak bathroom with freestanding showers.
Location and Reservations
The hotel is situated in the north of Marylebone, one of London’s most urbane and exciting residential areas, dotted with fashionable shops, cafés and restaurants as well as world-class galleries. It is within easy reach of London’s theatre and financial districts.
Design Hotels™ Best Rate Guarantee
For reservations, please refer to the webpage www.designhotels.com/dorset_square_hotel or the appropriate Design Hotels™ toll-free number:
USA & Canada: 1800 337 4685
Brazil: 0021 800 3746 8357
Argentina: 00 800 3746 8357
Mexico: 1800 1233454
If your country is not listed please refer to the general reservation number +49 30 884 940040
ABOUT DESIGN HOTELSTM
Design Hotels™ represents and markets a curated selection of more than 200 independent hotels in over 40 countries across the globe.
More than a collection of hotels, the company is a collection of stories. Each property reflects the ideas of a visionary hotelier, an "Original," someone with a passion for genuine hospitality, cultural authenticity, thought-provoking design and architecture. Each "Original" stands for the individual, aesthetic and service-driven experience that his or her hotel provides.
Founded by Claus Sendlinger in 1993, Design Hotels™ offers its members insightful travel industry knowledge, from market trend consultancy to international sales representation. The company has its headquarters in Berlin and branches in London, Barcelona, New York, Singapore and Perth.
www.designhotels.com/dorset_square_hotel
Kit Kemp has a special affinity for Dorset Square Hotel and has thus infused her design concept with lots of personalized touches. The interiors are an eclectic mix of color, texture and stylistic elements, including exclusive fabrics from her new collection with Christopher Farr, as well as an exquisite selection of hand-woven carpets from Argentina. From the sumptuous drawing room with an open fireplace to the intimate Potting Shed bar and restaurant featuring specially commissioned wallpaper, the engaging public spaces are the epitome of Kemp’s particular brand of organic English contemporary design.
Many of the guestrooms look out onto the tranquil private gardens of Dorset Square, which were incidentally the original site of Thomas Lord’s cricket ground. Each room features a striking marble and oak bathroom with freestanding showers.
Location and Reservations
The hotel is situated in the north of Marylebone, one of London’s most urbane and exciting residential areas, dotted with fashionable shops, cafés and restaurants as well as world-class galleries. It is within easy reach of London’s theatre and financial districts.
Design Hotels™ Best Rate Guarantee
For reservations, please refer to the webpage www.designhotels.com/dorset_square_hotel or the appropriate Design Hotels™ toll-free number:
USA & Canada: 1800 337 4685
Brazil: 0021 800 3746 8357
Argentina: 00 800 3746 8357
Mexico: 1800 1233454
If your country is not listed please refer to the general reservation number +49 30 884 940040
ABOUT DESIGN HOTELSTM
Design Hotels™ represents and markets a curated selection of more than 200 independent hotels in over 40 countries across the globe.
More than a collection of hotels, the company is a collection of stories. Each property reflects the ideas of a visionary hotelier, an "Original," someone with a passion for genuine hospitality, cultural authenticity, thought-provoking design and architecture. Each "Original" stands for the individual, aesthetic and service-driven experience that his or her hotel provides.
Founded by Claus Sendlinger in 1993, Design Hotels™ offers its members insightful travel industry knowledge, from market trend consultancy to international sales representation. The company has its headquarters in Berlin and branches in London, Barcelona, New York, Singapore and Perth.