Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Essence Hotel

Commercial2024

Night view along the arrival axis, with a gateway between two lit towers and a water basin

A concept proposal for a luxury hotel in Jeddah that did not continue beyond the proposal stage.

Year: 2024
Sector: Commercial
Services: Architectural design, Interior design

About the project

Essence Hotel is a concept proposal for a luxury hotel in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The project did not continue beyond the proposal stage.

The design starts from the craft of fine jewellery and asks how that care for material and detail could carry over to a building.

The images show a symmetrical arrival: a water basin, an arrival court and a gateway set between two towers. Past the gateway, arcades and water lead to interiors finished in deep green, stone and gold.

The concept proposes eco-friendly materials and green building practices, along with smart technology to support the guest experience.

Images

9 images

Night view along the arrival axis, with a gateway between two lit towers and a water basin
Corner of an arcaded stone building at dusk, with palms and a line of lit fountains
Forecourt framed by two tall arched volumes, palms and square water basins
Lobby with deep green columns, a copper dome and a circular fountain set in the floor
Long colonnade of stone arches and green vaults over a central water channel
Indoor pool under a line of round skylights, framed by stone arcades
Lounge with green sofas, a timber ceiling and a deep green feature wall
Guest room with a green armchair, timber panelling and a carved screen
Suite with an arched window overlooking the city and a crystal chandelier