Novotel Century Hong Kong Transforms Lobby

The Novotel Century Hong Kong in Wanchai has completed the transformation of its lobby.

The innovative new lobby is both bright and spacious, and the presence of preserved moss on the green wall and natural lighting gives it a tranquility not commonly found in hotel lobbies.

The large touch-screen acts as virtual concierge, and is set inside the decorative wall made of timber slats which bridges the gap between technology and human interaction.

The new virtual concierge is designed to assist guests with real-time flight details, weather, tourist hotspots and popular restaurants in Wanchai, transportation options and hotel details.

Guests can interact with the virtual concierge, collecting details about the attractions nearby. Enquire after the weather at each location in order to plan accordingly for the outing of choice. Distinguish which metro or bus stop is best to reach the selected destination or allow the concierge to calculate the distance and time by taxi.

“One of the key elements that we’ve created is the new central seating feature, which was designed to forge a social interaction,” said Mr. Farrell, Executive Director of Aedas Interiors.

The furniture in the lobby was developed with the notion of connecting people and encouraging conversation. Visitors can either sit at the long wooden bench located in the middle of the lobby, or recline on one of the exclusive cushions designed to mimic the appearance of boulders.

The black slate-like appearance of the reception desks adds to the natural theme, with the independent stations having been designed so that the hotel staff can serve the guests on a much more personal and accessible level.

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