A statement of
architectural excellence, The Concord designed by Ar. Reza Kabul is an elegant
four-star rated hotel featuring the best of convenience, luxury and
entertainment. The
Concord, strategically located on Wangapala Road at a walking distance from The
Diamond Plaza Shopping Centre and The Aga Khan University Hospital; the
property has everything including parks to airports in a short drive radius.
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
- Type: Hospitality
- Area: 10,166 sq m
- Keys: 86
- Scope: Façade + Interiors + Planning
The property features 86 rooms, tastefully executed, radiating warmth and sophistication along with a host of amenities. The atmosphere and vibe of the space is modern and luxurious with hints of traditional African accents, leaving the guests with an eye catching ‘wow’ factor.
The double
heighted entrance lobby is a warm and welcoming space draped in hues of beige
with Irish brown marble cladding accents. The furniture is handpicked to reflect
the transformation of Nairobi from a sleepy city to a cosmopolitan, dynamic,
capital of culture in Africa. This design philosophy extends in the unique
selection of artifacts, figurines and vases. The rounded pendant lights are
influenced by the local crafts and add warmth to the overall space.
As the local temperatures vary between 17
to 24 degrees Celsius throughout the year, the lobby and other public spaces
are non-air-conditioned and designed ample with cross ventilation. This keep
helps keep the ambient temperature comparatively lower than outside while
saving ample of unnecessary energy consumption. The stepped and leveled ceiling
adds character to the lobby, while achieving maximum height as no large HVAC
services run overhead.
With over 86 lavish
rooms including Royal, Executive, Superior and Deluxe Suites, the guest rooms
at The Concord offers the finest indulgence and lifestyle designed around the
guests needs and wishes. The rooms are modern, immaculate, and offer a sense of
security. Offering a view towering over the capital city, the color palette of
yellows, browns, and whites offers a simple and relaxed feel to the space. A
level of rooms has been dedicated solely for women guests who travel by
themselves and wish to opt for the facility. The color palette of the rooms is
dominated in shades of fuchsia, brown and white.
The top floor features a premium 2 BHK
living space for family travelers and executives. Offering a panoramic view of
the city and its surrounding green areas, the lumber theme runs across the
entire space, with cut wood effect carpets and a blend of local elements.
Each room is designed with complete modern
points for TV, DSTV, Cable TV, telephone, high speed internet, intercom, push
button alarms, smoke detectors, and instant hot water. The Concord is designed
to offer the guest a comfortable and convenient in-room experience.
The guests
embark into a culturally designed and gastronomic journey at the specialty
restaurants and cafes at The Concord.
Umami, the Oriental restaurant at The
Concord is located on the mezzanine level above the reception area, spreading
from the central atrium to the outdoor seating. The electric red coupled with
earthy brown theme is a reflection of the oriental culture. Red symbolizes good
luck and generates energy and the brown engulfs one in a feeling of calmness
and comfort. The contours in the ceiling and the red custom ceiling lighting add
dynamism to the space. The bar counter breaks the color trend with a blue
LED-lit frosted glass accent.
Curry Flavors, the Indian themed
restaurant, is located on the higher levels of The Concord. The space offers a
stunning city view along with an elaborate dining experience. Designed in
materials that reflect ethnicity, elements such as the khatiya seating (cots) with the green throw pillows and blue sofas
add a vibrant Indian touch. The cross strip element on the ceiling adds
individuality to the space while the indented partition walls provide the
guests with privacy.
Bonhomie, French for friendliness, is a
casual meeting hub located on the ground level. The rattan furniture along with
the open ambient feel makes the space ideal for coffees and conversations.
Keeping in mind the safety of the guests, the boundary railing of the
restaurant is made of bullet proof glass.
The key feature at The Oasis Bar, a small
cozy alcove at The Concord, is its glass bottom floor. The futuristic backlit
bar stools and counters add a new age feel.
The Concord
comes replete with a fine mix of luxurious amenities; offering choices between
a leisurely dip at the aquamarine pool, pampering space services, or
steam-sauna-Jacuzzi facilities. The conference facilities are draped in dapper
tones of beige and wood. The conference facility is ideal for large events, and
the movable partition walls transform the space into smaller venues for closed
door conferences.
ARK has been integral in shaping
the hospitality segment internationally as well as in the Indian sub-continent
with clients including brands such as Le Méridien, Radisson, Marriott, Ramada,
Landmark Group of Hotels, and ITC Group. With a design process that does not
stop at the drawing board, but rather continues throughout the project even
after its execution, and a team that has the confidence and flexibility to go
outside the box; we believe we can do anything, and are not afraid to try
anything. At ARK, it is the process, creativity, and expertise that make the
concepts real.
Over the last three decades ARK
has established proven expertise in project design and delivery not only in the
hospitality domain, but also across master plans, townships, industrial,
commercial, institutional, educational and residential segments. ARK Reza Kabul
Architects, the full-service architectural, interiors, landscape design and
planning studio is headquartered in Mumbai (India) with offices ARK Studio Pune
(Pune, India) and ARK Studio Inc (California, USA).
To sum it up, Ar.
Reza Kabul has fashioned a multilevel hospitality all equipped with modern
state-of-the-art lifestyle and functional design aesthetics. From the ingenuity
in the choice of materials, to the flawless execution of every aspect, The
Concord Hotel & Suites is another signature project for ARK.