ENR 2024 Midwest Best Projects
Best Project, Renovation/Restoration: 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis
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21c Museum Hotel St. Louis
St. Louis
BEST PROJECT
Submitted by: Russell
Owner: 21c Museum Hotels
Lead Design Firm: Perfido Weiskopf Wagstaf + Goettel
General Contractor: Russell
Civil Engineer, Structural Engineer: KPFF Consulting Engineers
MEP Engineer: IMEG
Interior Design: Hufft; Bill Rooney Studios
The 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis project transformed a century-old, 10-story Renaissance Revival-style YMCA building into a luxury boutique hotel.
Situated in the heart of downtown St. Louis, the contemporary hotel features 173 guest rooms, 14,000 sq ft of museum exhibition space, 18 suites including two multistory suites, a library suite and an athletic and wellness center.
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The project preserved the building’s historic integrity, restoring original features like wood flooring, plaster ceilings and pool tiles while introducing modern amenities to provide a unique visitor experience.
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The meticulous restoration, innovative design and detailed craftsmanship showcase a seamless integration of history and modernity, making it a standout in the hospitality industry.
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