HARTFORD, Conn.
The Goodwin Hotel reopened after being vacant for nearly a decade. The historic property was originally built as an apartment building in the 1880s and was converted to a hotel a century later. The original ornate façade of the apartment building remains today and stands in bold contradiction to its more modern counterparts.
The newly-revitalized hotel interiors feature 124 guest rooms, including several loft-style rooms, and six suites as well as over 5,000 square feet of meeting space, fitness center; bar/lounge area and Harlan Brasserie, an 80-seat bistro-inspired food and beverage outlet.
JN+A and HVS Design provided Architecture and Interior Design services for Hartford’s only boutique hotel.
“The eight-month, multi-million dollar renovation transformed The Goodwin Hotel into a chic, dynamic experience with a unique blend of yesterday and today,” said Scott P. Rosenberg, AIA, MRICS, LEED AP, President with JN+A and principal of HVS Design. “Our talented team worked closely with ownership to create an engaging and one-of-a-kind experience for Hartford residents and visiting guests to enjoy.”
The combined design team implemented a design that is light, bright, and bold, embracing the juxtaposition of the past with the needs of today’s guest. The design incorporates historic elements of the existing building, while playing them against bright whites, graphic patterns, and whimsical accents. The end result is a design that embraces historic features with modern flair.
The front desk features black marble inset within a paneled, black wood jewel box enclosure that is accented with brass, metal details. A vibrant blue envelope invigorates the bar/lounge area, complimented by glowing milk glass pendants in asymmetrical styles and diverse furniture arrangements. The meeting space is enlivened with spirited, white walls accented with by dramatic charcoal detail with brass and linear crystal lighting throughout the space.
The guest room design captures the hotel’s vintage charm while delivering the contemporary style and amenities today’s traveler desires. The color palette in the room weaves neutrals like black and white with bold color and natural elements. The original fireplaces and built-in wooden closets were reinvented and incorporated into the modern design.
Meeting and event space includes the Governors and Constitution Boardroom, three meeting rooms, the Capital Ballroom and the Goodwin Square Atrium.
