A new EDITION Hotel stands tall in downtown Dubai

Having thrown open its (impressive) doors to guests in November 2021, The Dubai EDITION, with its own unique design and identity, has already made its mark in the centre of this thriving international gateway city. The EDITION  brand by Marriott, a concept innovated in collaboration with designer Ian Schrager, is all about creating a personal and unique hotel experience that embodies a sense of place. And claiming to herald a new generation of modern luxury, the Dubai EDITION, designed by LW, takes this mantra on and pays homage to Dubai’s passion to create something entirely new. The result is an elegant, vibrant, urban hub that undeniably encapsulates the essence of this inspired city and sets the bar for luxury. The hotel brings a new bespoke, boutique experience with the attention to detail and finesse that the brand is known for.

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As with all EDITION hotels, the lobby is a dynamic, social space that subtly reveals a sense of place and of time. With its soaring arches, the impressive domed ceiling is reminiscent of Italian architectural structures. You are immediately drawn to the centre piece, a seamless triple spiral staircase, which makes a unique design statement as it connects the lobby to other public spaces. Dark woods, neutral tones, soft textures and warm lighting take you effortlessly through the public areas where the space is broken up with furniture placed in intimate seating groups. This considered and intentional space is consciously tranquil and comfortable. A grand three-tiered crystal chandelier adds drama and decadence to this  gathering place, a place definitely to see and be seen.

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The cohesive design language flows seamlessly throughout the hotel and continues into the 275 guestrooms, including 41 suites and a vast Penthouse. This simplicity in design immediately brings attention to minute details such as the matching of veins in the natural stone and wood. The palette is minimal yet warm, with a journey of slightly different hues and colours. The light oak wood and stone accents flow from one room to the other and evoke a feeling of tranquil luxury. The monochromatic colour scheme and contemporary minimalism make each room feel fresh and light and is complemented by the elegant lines of the furniture, textured upholstery and wooden-lined walls. Floor to ceiling windows provide abundant light and lead onto large glass balconies with spectacular views over the iconic Burj Khalifa.

Accessible from the lobby, the ground floor is home to Duomo, the theatrical Italian restaurant which is again, filled with natural light from the  floor to ceiling windows and punctuated with pops of yellow in the velvet furnishings, a clear design departure from the natural toned lobby. Abstract digital art is projected onto the dome ceiling above, creating an interactive and encompassing dining experience from the surroundings to the plate. Tucked away in the lobby, Leon is a cosy speakeasy-style bar serving original custom cocktails and flavours from around the world. It is an exciting juxtaposition to the rest of the hotel with contrasting punchy accents in orange and red against a dark, rich background. Clever lighting further enhances the vibrant colour-blocking throughout the space. It is full of energy and has already become the place for visitors and those living in the city to enjoy live DJs, network and socialise,  as it channels EDITION’s ethos to surprise guests with the unexpected.

The combination of these spaces and the considered design has created both a serene escape from from the busy city life of Dubai, as well as a social and vibrant destination hotel.

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