Location is everything when it comes to hotels catering to business travellers. In this respect, Club Quarters Hotel, which stands opposite St Paul’s cathedral in the heart of the City of London, commands a prime position, but what makes this 265-room property exceptional is its recent redesign by interior and product design studio Holloway Li. Underpinned by the studio’s core design principles—efficient space planning, durable materials, and meticulous detailing—the new interiors are inspired by the building’s modernist architecture, blending heritage and innovation to create an environment that is as functional as it is inspiring. Bespoke collaborations and thoughtful craftsmanship are central to the transformation, reflecting a seamless integration of form and function while a playful design language of abstract geometric forms and vibrant colour accents channels the optimism of post-war design in Britain. Prioritizing adaptability in shared spaces, the revamped hotel is now a compelling destination for business executives, as well as design-conscious urbanites and discerning leisure travellers.
The first of four hotels Holloway Li will complete for Club Quarters, the relaunch of the St Paul’s property signals the brand’s evolution in the realm of lifestyle hotels—as places to stay, work, and unwind, while also connecting with and immersing in the destination. To achieve this, the team drew inspiration from the mid-century building’s architectural heritage, blending historic references with contemporary aesthetics throughout, most prominently in custom-design features crafted in collaboration with local artisans. Their scheme leans heavily on tactile materials and vibrant accents to enhance the guest experience, combining warm hues, textured glass, and bold geometric patterns that breathe new life into the modernist building’s less-is-more sensibility. Add a collection of contemporary artworks and a curated design language emerges, one which harmoniously marries and the classic charm of the post-war period with the demands of modern travellers.