MANHATTAN's MOST ICONIC LANDMARK HOTEL CELEBRATES 120TH YEAR MILESTONE WITH THE DEBUT OF A DRAMATIC RENOVATION

(MENAFN- PR Newswire) The
St.
Regis
New
York
Welcomes a
New
Era
of
Sophistication
with
Renovated
Public Spaces including the Lobby, King Cole Bar and Two Lobby-Level Dining Outlets

NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The St.
Regis New York
celebrates its 120th year this fall with the debut of an extensive redesign and renovation, marking a new chapter of glamour and sophistication. With revamped public spaces
including
the
lobby,
King
Cole
Bar,
and
two
new
dining
locations,
The
St.
Regis New
York
unveils a striking new era at Manhattan's best address. The renovation reflects the hotel's enduring legacy reborn for today's global traveler with a modern aesthetic led by renowned design firm Champalimaud Design.

"We are thrilled to debut the exquisite renovation of our very first St. Regis hotel and global flagship, The St. Regis New York, while also celebrating the 120th anniversary of St. Regis – a significant milestone for the brand," said Jenni Benzaquen, Senior Vice President of The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, and Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts. "This anniversary reflects our enduring legacy of luxury, personalized service, and contemporary elegance that has captivated guests around the world. As we honor our rich heritage, we remain deeply attuned to the desires of both our loyal guests and the next generation of luxury travelers, ensuring that every experience we offer is as extraordinary and bespoke as it is timeless."

John Jacob Astor IV's vision for The St. Regis New York was to create a hotel which rivaled the finest hotels in Europe, where his close friends and family could feel as though they were guests in a private home.
The
hotel
quickly became
the
center of
Manhattan
social life,
and
the
headquarters
for
the
original "Caroline's 400" – the elite social group designated by Astor's mother and society doyenne, Caroline Astor. Throughout its rich 120-year history, The St. Regis New York has invariably attracted the most glamorous, creative and intriguing personalities of each era from Salvador Dali to Marilyn Monroe, and served as the birthplace for cultural moments from the invention of the Bloody Mary cocktail to iconic jazz performances on the hotel's rooftop as well as the backdrop for iconic scenes in film and television.

"Since 1904, The St. Regis New York has stood as a beacon for generations of global travelers looking to be in the center of Manhattan and surround themselves in the timeless allure which has defined the Fifth Avenue icon from its founding by John Jacob Astor IV," said General Manager Octavia Marginean- Tahiroglu. "The renovation signals a milestone moment for the cherished New York City icon as we present our masterfully redesigned public spaces this fall – in our 120th anniversary year."

Led by Champalimaud Design, The St. Regis New York's redesigned public spaces embrace the design legacy
of
the
hotel
as
well
as
its
original Beaux-Arts
architecture,
while
transforming
it
into
a
lavish
urban heaven
that
would
feel
like
home
for
the
Astor
family
in
the
21st
century. This
fresh
and
exciting
approach brings together heritage design elements, including Waterford crystal chandeliers and original crown moldings, reinvented by the introduction of modern furnishings, layered textures and a rich color palette.

"We have created spaces with energy and splendor, layering the classic architecture with contemporary elements, reinvigorating the hotel with magic, as the Astors had done when the hotel first opened," said Alexandra
Champalimaud.
"The
public spaces
will
have
a
sense
of
openness and
a
palette
featuring
emerald greens and red rose tones that evoke the grandeur of the Astors' legacy."

Guests step off Fifth Avenue into the world of St. Regis through the original gilded rotating doors to discover the iconic lobby, now infused with fresh touches and updated furnishings. During the process of the renovation, the reception area's original exterior facing windows were discovered and restored, incorporating a stained-glass window based on the room's original 1905 Tiffany window design. The original cages that housed the front desk have
also been restored and reimagined into the walls behind the reception desk area. The new color scheme adds lightness with a cloud-dappled ceiling, a simplified floor pattern in keeping with the original architecture, and neutral walls accented with pops of red area rugs inspired
by
Caroline
Astor's favorite
flower,
the
American
Beauty Rose.
Now
expanded with
an
open
floor plan,
the
lobby
extends
into
a
welcome area,
housing
the
concierge
team,
which
features deep
aquamarine walls
and
custom
hand
painted
wallcoverings
featuring
peacocks,
a
nod
to
one
of
the
original 1920s
murals featured at the hotel created in collaboration with de Gournay. The space's original Tiffany & Co. Chandelier hangs above modern furnishings, epitomizing the juxtaposition of old and new within the revitalized public spaces.

Move
through these
welcoming
areas
and
follow
the
din
of
conversation
floating
from
the
fully
reimagined lobby restaurant and lounge, The Drawing Room . The restaurant is swathed in a palette of pink and rose, turquoise, emerald, gold, and accents of black, interpreting colors of the King Cole Bar mural, now a visual centerpiece past glass doors and a new entry staircase. The space is touched with embroidery and fringe details inspired by Caroline
Astor's embellished dresses and jewelry, while mirrored walls mimic those of the original Iridium Room. Seating is relaxed and embraces a lounge aesthetic with sumptuous velvet couches and plush armchairs to encourage guests to linger. Off the main dining room, an extended lounge features additional seating tailored toward groups gathering for a more relaxed dining experience. Guests will also discover the original
Astor Library's private collection of books, which John Jacob Astor IV had commissioned
by
Scribner and Sons for the hotel. The incredible collection is now on display in the public spaces for the first time ever, encased in new dark wood bookcases reminiscent of their former home on the hotel's 2nd Floor.

Beyond
The Drawing Room , guests are invited to
rediscover the renowned King Cole Bar , Manhattan's most storied meeting place. While the iconic Maxfield Parish King Cole mural continues to command the space,
providing
a
watchful eye
over
spirited imbibers,
the
bar
is
refreshed
with dark wood
paneling
and
a deep green ceiling further softened with scalloped banquettes and lavender tasseled chairs. Accents of bronze and onyx finishings add an additional level of sophistication to the New York institution.

The renovation will also introduce a new dining venue , La Maisonette, serving breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea. The bright and airy space creates the feeling of an outdoor pavilion, inspired by the hotel's original breakfast room from the 1910s and French design. Creamy white walls and a recessed skylight brighten the space alongside a palette of soft pinks, burgundy, emerald and turquoise. The space will serve breakfast daily for hotel guests and visitors as well as transform into an afternoon tea salon, a time-honored ritual of The St. Regis New York started by Caroline
Astor.

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reservations
or
additional
information,
please
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About
The
St.
Regis
New
York

Founded 120 years ago John Jacob Astor IV, The St. Regis New York proudly presents a new era of glamour
at
Manhattan's
best
address. With
stunning
guestrooms,
public
spaces
and
the
King
Cole
Bar
and Astor Court, the flagship hotel have evolved to reflect the rich history of St. Regis while infusing a timeless allure which has come to define the Fifth Avenue icon. Combining classic elegance with a modern sensibility, the hotel's ongoing legacy comes to life for all of its guests and visitors through continued
traditions including jazz performances, signature Bloody Mary cocktails, afternoon teas and the St. Regis Butler Service's uncompromising level of bespoke and anticipatory service. For more information on The St. Regis New York, please visit . Connect with The St. Regis New York on ,
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About
St.
Regis
Hotels
&
Resorts

Combining
timeless glamour
with
a
vanguard
spirit, St.
Regis
Hotels
&
Resorts is
committed
to
delivering exquisite experiences at more than nearly 60 luxury hotels and resorts in the best addresses around the world. Beginning with the debut of The St. Regis Hotel in New York by John Jacob Astor IV at the dawn of the twentieth century, the brand has remained committed to an uncompromising level of bespoke and anticipatory
service
for
all
of
its
guests, delivered
flawlessly
by
the
signature
St.
Regis
Butler Service.
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