Commissioned to revitalize the staid Georgian decor interiors within a mere five-week time span, Oldershaw & DeMann launched an ambitious design update that infused modern, luxurious elements with a pared-down sensibility to suit the tastes and needs of the hotelier�s foremost international executive guests.  Bleached oak flooring, citrus and beige wall coverings and priceless modern art pieces, bathed in abundant recessed lighting, ease the senses with an air of relaxed elegance.  Imparting further texture to this sophisticated canvas are silk curtains, Tibetan rugs and Asian antiques that create a harmonious counterpoint to the Western furnishings.

Presidential Suite Ritz Carlton, Seoul

Sponsored by Hospitality Design and Lodging Magazine, The Gold Key Awards recognize designers of restaurants and lodging properties for excellence in six hospitality categories.  A panel of designers and lodging industry representatives judge entries and select three finalists and a grand-prize winner in each of the categories.  The 1999 competition consisted of 185 entrants including Four Seasons, Beverly Hills; Hotel Excelsior, Rome; Le Chateau Frontenac, Quebec City; and Petrossian, Bal Harbor. 

Oldershaw & DeMann Associates is a multi-disciplinary design firm helmed by partners Garth Oldershaw, a trained architect and award-winning designer, and Todd A. DeMann, a former business consultant, corporate marketer and restaurant entrepreneur who oversees the firm�s complete management, operational and financial interests. Current O&D projects include the Regent Four Seasons - Singapore; the Westin Chosen - Seoul; and a multi-million dollar private residence - Deep Water Bay, Hong Kong.