Cajsa Carlson

🖨 The Hoxton Hotel in Shoreditch, London, has undergone a significant refurbishment 20 years after its opening. All 210 rooms received updates with warm, mid-century modern influences. The design retained signature elements like circular mirrors and parquet floors but introduced new headboards and second-hand furniture. The revamped interior balances Shoreditch's high-energy vibe with muted greens, yellows, and browns, reflecting the area's evolution into an established creative hub.

🏓 Singapore-based Open Studio transformed New Bahru Hall, a 1960s school hall, into a pickleball court. The project, commissioned by The Lo & Behold Group, preserved original teak panelling and mosaic flooring, while adding galvanised-steel elements. Updates included widened doors and custom lighting. New Bahru Hall now hosts live performances and events, with a waffle ceiling enhancing acoustics. The space retains historical features, emphasizing a nostalgic yet modern aesthetic. The renovation received positive feedback for its contemporary feel.

🏨 Danish studio Norrøn Architects redesigned Hotel Hans, a 91-room hotel in a 1900 building straddling Copenhagen's Frederiksberg and Nørrebro neighborhoods. The hotel’s interior blends industrial and green elements, using terrazzo, polished steel, and green hues. The lobby features sculptures and custom lighting, while the BOLO restaurant offers Mediterranean cuisine. The hotel reflects Copenhagen's craftsmanship tradition, integrating bespoke furniture and art by Petterson & Hein, emphasizing a connection to the city’s history and greenery.