This hotel is located in the historic center of Mexico City, just a few blocks from the Alameda Central, the oldest park in the city. The hotel is surrounded by a mix of different styles and eras so the main objective of the interior design was to create a new contemporary and global atmosphere. The project created by DIN Interiorismo has a language that describes the ideal place for business and leisure travelers who enjoy being in the heart of this cosmopolitan and dynamic city.
Aurelio Vázquez, director of the firm, joined with Cejas, a talented local artist, to create a complete graphic language that was incorporated into all areas of the hotel. Color is the protagonist and its presence is balanced by simple modern shapes in the furniture and accessories. On the ground floor guests arrive to a large reception area where the main hallway leads to the elevators through the restaurant and bar. The materials selected for this level are natural stone for the floors and zebrawood for the walls that give it a pleasant texture that incorporates all areas.
For the rooms the color palette is neutral with red accents in the curtains and other details in the bed and accessories. A special edition of works of art, inspired by the most representative monuments of the historic center, was made by El Cejas to decorate the walls of the suites. All rooms have the services and amenities to make the stay a pleasure for both business travelers and vacationers.
Howard Johnson is an international chain with a standard image, but its new philosophy is to make them change to improve its image. The interior design is the answer they have found to maintain their functionality and operating standards, but giving their guests a different experience in each place. Howard Johnson in downtown Mexico City is the result of a multidisciplinary team working to create projects where design is the innovation factor.
Location: Mexico City
Interior design: DIN Interiorismo
Interiorista Aurelio Vázquez
Area: 6300 sqm
Year: 2011
Photography: Arturo Chávez
- Interior Designer: DIN interiorismo