A partnership that travels well

relationship

Four Seasons Hotels

Service First

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Four Seasons defines hospitality through its heritage of service, with classic uptown interiors that reflect care and restraint. As the brand expands into urban markets, its design language is evolving to meet the expectations of a new generation of travelers. This change is most visible in its downtown properties, which attract a younger audience seeking the same level of service excellence within a more contemporary setting.

Make It Unstuffy

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With a vision to create spaces that feel both "timeless and chic" and" stylish and fresh," we designed downtown locations that stand apart from their uptown sister properties while remaining connected through shared design principles. Guestrooms follow traditional layouts, featuring executive desks and elevated beds, while contemporary materials and detailing introduce a sense of ease and relevance. A concise palette of five finishes is layered with playful tongue-in-cheek patterns or pops of color, bringing freshness to the design while grounding it in heritage.

We Start It

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Our connection to Four Seasons began with shared Toronto roots, where Isadore Sharp recognized an immediate alignment with our studio. Our reputation for creating restaurants and bars grounded in heritage and local context strengthened that relationship. Over time, our collaboration has grown through a shared apreciation for designing spaces that feel locally authentic, timelessly relevant, and for adaptability to be reinterpreted across various locations.

what we’ve made

Marunouchi Tokyo 2002

In contrast to Tokyo’s energy, the hotel's design offers a calm retreat shaped by the precision and balance of Japanese minimalism. Strong architectural lines define the space, from the wood fins behind the check-in desk to the metal screens that divide the lobby into smaller, intimate areas. Soft details,including floral headboard tapestries, a light yellow and green color palette,and a round desk designed for quiet focus, balance the liveliness of the publicspaces with the serenity of the rooms.

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Toronto 2012

Four Seasons Toronto blends warm tones and curated art to establish its classic presence within the brand's portfolio. Subtle introductions of new materialsmixed alongside tailored, timeless finishes that transcend trends. On the ground level, hand-painted walls, mahogany panels, and twenty-foot plaster celings with gilded birdcages in place of chandeliers create a setting that feels both timeless and fresh.

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Mumbai Residences 2013

Downtown New York 2016

Occupying twenty-four floors within one of Manhattan’s tallest residential towers, Four Seasons New York Downtown reflects the city’s character through balance and precision. The 189 guestrooms feature a quiet palette of blue, grey, and taupe illuminated by natural light, while decorative metals, warm walnut, and subtle plaid motifs echo the geometry of the city grid. Italian Alexis Wave marble is presented throughout the interiors, anchored by a sculptural metal staircase that introduces movement and form.

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Kuwait at Burj Alshaya 2017

Rooted in the cultural rhythm of Kuwait City, Four Seasons Kuwait redefines regional hospitality through scale, light, and modern craftsmanship. Inspired by the grandeur of historic train stations, the lobby rises thirty feet in textured limestone, anchored by an onyx reception and a sculptural golden staircase. Contrasting this monumentality, the spa offers a calm counterpoint of white stone and lantern light, capturing the balance between intensity and serenity at the heart of the Middle East.

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Taipei 2025

Located in the Xinyi District, Four Seasons Taipei rises as a new landmark shaped through collaboration with Richard Rogers. The thirty-one-story hotel includes 260 rooms and suites with views of both the city and mountains, offering a modern composition of luxury that reflects Taipei’s natural beauty.

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