The Kimpton Main Frankfurt has officially opened its doors, combining contemporary design with a nod to the city’s Bauhaus heritage. Located in the growing “Four Frankfurt” district, the hotel strengthens the presence of IHG Hotels & Resorts into the German market.
Kimpton Main Frankfurt brings contemporary design to Frankfurt
Kimpton Main Frankfurt hotel has opened in the city’s evolving “Four Frankfurt” district, a part of the city that celebrates both modern architecture and its historic Bauhaus design influence.
With a creative design by London-based architecture firm Waldo Works, this new hotel is an homage to both the city’s design history and the Bauhaus movement that has shaped much of Germany’s architectural identity.
A design honoring the city’s history and future
The design of Kimpton Main Frankfurt incorporates a contemporary take on Bauhaus style while paying respect to the history of the former Deutsche Bank headquarters, which the building once housed.
The hotel’s interior features a blend of geometric forms and a warm color palette. These elements create a welcoming yet elegant atmosphere that reflects the essence of the 1950s era.
Guests entering the hotel will experience a space that merges contrasting elements, with a large panel of materials, textures and colors. The lobby and restaurant, Anni, are both designed with influences from European Grand Cafés and classic Italian restaurants.
The hotel’s restaurant and bar, Lazuli, offers a unique fusion of Bauhaus and bohemian design. With panoramic windows and a maritime concept, the space gives a feeling of being on a cruise ship deck while overlooking the Frankfurt skyline.
Art integration reflecting the local identity
An integral part of Kimpton Main Frankfurt’s identity is its art collection, curated by Laura Bartlett. The collection showcases works that represent both the history of the building and the cultural identity of Frankfurt. In the rooms, colorful, geometric collages inspired by Bauhaus textiles by Monika Gardyla complement photographs by Jenny Van Sommers.
Additionally, 3D sculptures by Ruairiadh O’Connell, a former student of the Städelschule in Frankfurt, adorn the walls of the guest rooms, honoring the Bauhaus tradition.
