Ace Hotel, New Orleans Accomodation Building, Architecture Images, Design
Ace Hotel in New Orleans
New Building in Louisiana, USA – design by Eskew+Dumez+Ripple, architects
Jul 28, 2018
Ace Hotel
Architects: Eskew+Dumez+Ripple
Ace Hotel

The Ace Hotel New Orleans is located on a corner lot in the historic Warehouse District, within walking distance of a gourmet grocery, upscale retail establishments, and a variety of fine dining options. This 184,000-square-foot mixed-use development centered around the renovation of an existing 9-story circa 1928 building. Once the home of the largest furniture store in the South, the building was designed by Weiss, Dreyfous and Seiferth, architects of the Louisiana State Capitol. In addition to renovating the Art Deco building, the project included a 4-story addition. Specific program components include a 234-room boutique hotel, bar, restaurant, meeting spaces, and retail.
The addition complements the original building, referencing the existing building through the use of hand-made brick masonry and cast stone cladding. The project is punctuated with elements that recall images of New Orleans, such as a carriageway and courtyard, balcony gardens, and an eclectic collection of interior materials and furnishings. Each hotel room pays tribute to the unique culture and history of the city, creating an authentic experience for guests.

Major and minor subdivisions occur along the art deco brick and limestone cladding of the existin...