The Brearley School
New York, NY
The $25 million renovation added contemporary details and technology to the luxury hotel while maintaining its classic identity as it joined the Royal Sonesta brand. The hotel remained occupied and operational during the renovation of its lobby and 209 guest rooms and suites, including the Beverly and Benjamin Suites. The updated rooms, which required a full gut renovation, provide guests with a more residential feeling. The rooms’ color palettes were brightened, the lighting was upgraded to new Lutron systems, and the carpet was replaced with herringbone hardwood floors.
The team developed and executed a phased work plan in order to maintain occupancy of the hotel during construction, with extensive pre-planning and coordination with the safety team to ensure the health and safety of all guests, staff, and general public.