23 Oct 2023, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: Boutique Group, a hospitality company fully owned by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, merging the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s culture and heritage with contemporary elegance to develop historic and cultural places into ultra-luxury boutique hotels, today announces the names of the lead architect and Interior Designer for a landmark project of transforming a historic royal palace into an ultra-luxury hotel in the Saudi capital city of Riyadh.
The award-winning international firm Aedas, known for applying research-based architecture and adopting local and global knowledge, along with Tristan Auer, an interior and emotion architect with extremely rich and aesthetic vision, together are designing The Red Palace, one of the three royal palaces Boutique Group is transforming into world-class ultra-luxury hotels in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The Red Palace in Riyadh was constructed in the early 1940s by King Abdulaziz Al Saud, the founding monarch of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, to serve as the residence and administrative center for his son, King Saud bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. Notably, it was the country’s first concrete building, marking a significant milestone in Saudi Arabia’s architectural history.
Throughout its history, The Red Palace hosted international receptions and royal banquets, welcoming heads of state, government officials, and other prominent figures. Later, it served as the Council of Ministers’ headquarters for over three decades and housed the Court of Grievances until 2002.
Mark De Cocinis, CEO of Boutique Group, said: “Boutique Group’s transformation project will
protect The Red Palace’s key architectural and design features, creating a compelling guest
experience by combining the new function of the palace as an ultra-luxury hotel, while preserving its original character and celebrating the Kingdom’s rich architecture and history.”
“Saudi Arabia is on a journey of unprecedented diversification of its economy under Vision 2030, and we are committed to supporting the transformation of the Kingdom’s tourism and cultural sectors,” added Boutique Group’s CEO.
Ignacio Gomez, Global Design Principal of Aedas, said: “Our design aims not to simply recreate a physical space but rather to evoke a sense of time, specifically the solemnity and grandeur associated with the emotional importance of the Kingdom’s history and its future vision. We want to create an experience that would transport visitors to a different era, immersing them in the rich heritage of the palace while also reflecting its significance in the present and future.”
Located in the heart of old Riyadh, The Red Palace will offer more than 70 keys, 26 deluxe rooms, 44 luxury suites, a royal suite and public event spaces, eight spa suites, and five high-end food and beverages outlets. Boutique Group is also transforming Tuwaiq Palace, an architectural landmark in Riyadh, and AlHamra Palace in Jeddah.
Tristan Auer, interior designer for The Red Palace, said: “The interior design concept for The Red Palace is centered on smoothly integrating an Art Deco pattern that complements the palace’s regal ambiance with the natural surroundings and royal landscapes while complementing the historical significance of the palace. We place significant emphasis on enhancing the palace’s architectural allure and contributing to its overall magnificence. Our ultimate goal is to respect the palace’s heritage while providing a luxurious and contemporary experience for guests.”
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ABOUT BOUTIQUE GROUP:
Boutique Group is a hospitality company wholly owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), which aims to develop, manage, and operate historical and cultural palaces in the Kingdom and transform them into ultra-luxury boutique hotels to revive the vibrant national heritage with the authentic culture of the Kingdom, and provide an exceptional and unique hospitality experience. In addition, the group translates the commitment of the Public Investment Fund to developing promising sectors in the Kingdom and contributing to the diversification of the Saudi economy.
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