"The hotel's entire ground floor has been reorganized as a lounge-bar environment designed to function throughout the day, accommodating activities from morning use to evening gatherings. The layout emphasizes openness and flexibility, allowing the space to adapt to different configurations and levels of occupancy. Material selection plays a central role in shaping the atmosphere. Dark wood and light beige tones establish a restrained palette that supports spatial continuity across the ground floor."
"Visual reduction was a primary objective of the renovation, developed by zU-studio architecture practice. The design minimizes ornamental distraction in favor of clear lines and controlled material transitions. The sculptural installation of thirteen wooden and copper oars welcomes guests upon arrival. Abstracted in form, the twisted elements reference the motion of rowing and the reflective qualities of the sea, establishing a conceptual link to the city's maritime identity."
zU-studio led the reconstruction of Lasala Plaza Hotel's ground-floor and first-floor common areas, redefining shared spaces with a contemporary architectural language while respecting the historic building. The ground floor was reorganized into a lounge-bar functioning throughout the day, prioritizing openness and flexibility to accommodate varying configurations and occupancy levels. Material selection centers the design, using dark wood and light beige tones to ensure spatial continuity. Key focal elements include the bar, reception desk, alabaster wall surfaces, and a suspended installation of thirteen oars. Visual reduction and clear axial alignments reinforce circulation and the building's dual orientation toward old town and harbor.
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