Hilton Auckland receives Best Award

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Hilton Auckland receives Best Award

4 July 2008

HBO+EMTB instigated a new direction in contemporary boutique-style hotel design for Hilton International and has been recommissioned to assist with Hilton Auckland’s refurbishment program.

The interior design of Hilton Auckland, a 167-room hotel stunningly located on Princes Wharf, features a continuous fl ow, creating an intimate and comfortable atmosphere.

HBO+EMTB’s original delivery involved the integrated fitout of all guest rooms, public spaces, lobby and conference facilities. By bringing the view inside, the design responds to the Hotel’s wharf-side location with further local references made through a showcase of work by young contemporary New Zealand artists.

The initial engagement included the preplanning and articulation of room types and commissioning of mock-up rooms to clearly identify changes within the building footprint. Our collaborative relationship with the base building architect and various contractors during the planning, building, and development phases was supported by effective project coordination and resolution of site issues.

Hilton Auckland’s new direction received extensive industry recognition. The design solution exceeded Hilton’s commercial objectives for the project, with function facilities surpassing budget expectations.

Hilton Auckland’s more recent program involved the creation of a new Presidential Suite, and refurbishment of all guestrooms, Bowrooms and the Bellini Bar.