Marriott Renaissance Albany
Albany, NY
While the historic fabric of this 1920s building was respected, new design elements were introduced through lighting, furniture, color and artwork. A playful take on traditional design was included on the lower floors and transformed into contemporary design on the upper floors. The result of this blending is the rebirth of an historic hotel that is once again a symbol of forward progress for New York State.
BIG IDEA
Blending old and new brings a once-vacant 1920s hotel into the 21st century.
AWARDS
Preservation Merit Award, Historic Albany Foundation Excellence in Historic Preservation Awards, Preservation League of NYS AIA Rochester Design Award NYS Historic Preservation Award
CLIENT
Columbia Development
PROJECT TYPE
Hospitality
YEARS COMPLETED
2015
TEAM
Trevor Harrison, Jim Argenta, Cameron Cunneyworth
SIZE
200,000
SERVICES
Architectural Design, Prioject Management
It was clear from the beginning that we had the opportunity to do something really special with this project. The entire project team recognized this opportunity and really came together to give this historic gem a vibrant new life.
The historic DeWitt Clinton Hotel building is an important part of Albany’s history and now, as the Renaissance Albany Hotel, will be an important part of Albany’s future.
