An existing hotel in bad condition was purchased by our clients and required a complete overhaul inside and out. Create a distinctively unique NZ boutique hotel encompassing the ideals of the Naumi brand: playful, unexpected, sexy, youthful and considered, was the first key directive. The second was to create a hotel like no other in the NZ market - a truly exhilarating experience and feast for all senses, with “absolutely no white!”. The old Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland-Airport required an entire re-fit, from adding a new front to the building and signage, to reception, bar, lounges and restaurant areas through to the bedrooms.
“ a space that bridges the gap between residence and hotel; a playground for well-travelled souls with sweet spots and an unexpected sense of theatre.” 
www.we-heart.com

Area: 10,500 sqm
Location: Mangare, Auckland
Date: January, 2018
Photographer: Michelle Weir & Sam Harnett

ACCOLADES
WAF INSIDE Awards 2018 - Shortlisted Best Hotel
INTERIOR Awards 2018 - Best Hospitality
BEST Awards 2018 - Silver (Spatial, Colour) & Bronze (Spatial, Repurposed Space)
RED Awards 2018 - Supreme Award
BEST Awards 2017 - Gold Pin (Spatial, Hospitality)