Cool Hotels. Designpockets Book

One of the most exciting developments in the field of architecture and design is taking place in today's world-class hotels. Where once hotels strove to replicate the comfort and convenience of their quests' homes, many are now offering the ultimate in escapism: hotels so creatively conceived quests won't want to leave their rooms. Cool Hotels is a colorful tour through the rooms, lobbies and restaurants of more than seventy-five hotels that are destinations unto themselves. Here are the hippest hotels in New York, Seattle, San Francisco, Boston, Miami, and Los Angeles. The most extraordinary rooms that London, Paris, Madrid, Zurich and other European cities have to offer. And don't forget Australia, Argentina, Canada, Mexico, and of course, Tokyo. Each hotel was chosen not only for its breathtaking aesthetics, but also because it represents the best in innovative design. Illuminating sketches, text and captions provide interesting background about strategies and intriguing appointments, and there's also practical information on each hotel's specific services.