Park Hyatt Washington Unveils Redesigned Flexible Event and Meeting Space

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. September 14, 2011

Washington, DC - September 13, 2011 - 2011 - The sophisticated Park Hyatt Washington recently completed a comprehensive renovation of its ballroom level of the hotel. Gonzalez Architects and Jane Dillon Design Group, of Miami, Florida, have taken the look and feel of the hotel's distinctive lobby and guestrooms, and incorporated them into the foundation of the luxury hotel's newly redesigned ballroom and meeting spaces. The design of the new function space continues to celebrate and interpret 'American artisanship' in a sophisticated, modern manner. The redesign also introduces a new name for the redefined space with The Gallery, comprising the hotel's entire lower level of 10,000 square feet of flexible event and meeting space for guests. Name changes also include Gallery Foyer, Gallery Lounge and Gallery Ballroom, plus the Drawing Room, which can be split into two separate sections, the Salon Foyer, and Salon, which can be divided into five intimate rooms.

Located off the main lobby corridor, the grand staircase is the gateway to the Gallery Foyer. This point of arrival artfully blends the exceptional venue for both social and business gatherings. The wood-clad staircase leads guests to this new experience, using softly illuminated lacquered panels. One is also aware of the striking artwork, commanding the two-story accent wall. This installation, by artist Vicci Waits, is titled “The Continental Army”. The composition, inspired by the local Washington, D.C. setting, is envisioned as an array of canvas pieces in regimental order, evocative of brave, patriotic, battle-worn soldiers fighting for independence during the American Revolution. Each canvas is unique in color and texture, a uniform size, reminding guests that individuals worked in unison for a noble common cause.

On the stair landing, fifteen-foot mirrors enhance the space and create a vertical, reflective energy. At the foot of the grand stair is the new Gallery Lounge, a welcoming, large alcove affording guests the opportunity for a seated, social interaction. Walls are upholstered in leather and softly lit, creating an intimate mood within this public space. The pre-function Gallery foyers has a capacity for 150 guests to gather, and has a built-in bar area with wine displays as a focal point.

The redesigned entry to the meeting and function space also evokes the concept of a 'gateway'. The portico entrances are rich wood, traditional of early American building, incorporating planking and furniture construction, while the carpet throughout is a modern interpretation of the unique geometric patterns inspired by an early American quilt craft. The color scheme is natural and soothing, showcasing the extensive use of woodwork throughout the spaces.

Pre-function furniture, a collection of original pieces, reflects an artisan/craftsman tradition. Cleverly designed nesting tables allow multiple amenity settings for events, from refreshments to registration. A second seating area, comprised of pairs of white leather club chairs across from meeting rooms, welcomes guests to sit, converse, write emails and place calls. Each space has power and connectivity.

Lastly, The Gallery and Mezzanine level restrooms have both been redesigned to create luxurious, functional spaces. Much of the same design elements are carried throughout the spaces, including warm and theatrical lighting for highlighting feature elements, emphasizing hierarchy and giving importance and contrast to select spaces.

Park Hyatt Washington's redesigned function and meeting space can be subdivided and features a state-of-the-art, integrated audiovisual system. These new Salon rooms can accommodate 40 to 250 guests for receptions and 30 to 180 for banquets. LED screens concealed in the walls allow multiple point connectivity to provide excellent flexibility and configurations for presentations.

The Gallery Ballroom has a total capacity of 300 for banquets and 450 for receptions and can also be subdivided into three separate spaces, each with distinctive hanging lights. This system accommodates hung equipment, lighting, screens and other elements. A significant number of the hang points have power and connectivity and afford the maximum flexibility in arranging presentations.