Walking a fine line between looking to the future and retaining the old world charm and luxury of a wine-focused lodge was the brief for the refresh of the renowned Willows Lodge.
Benchmark Resorts and Hotels
Woodinville, WA
Interior Design
84-Key Hotel
Located in “Woodinville Wine Country”
Complete interior refresh of lobby, fireside bar, ballroom, pre-function spaces and meeting rooms, spa, and guest rooms and suites
February 2020
Bernadette Kelly
Interior Design Principal
PHOTOGRAPHY: Belathée Photography
Open since 2000, Willows Lodge needed a fresh look for its guest rooms, restaurants and spa. Weber Thompson’s approach was based on the concept of a lodge with a modern spin, pulling the design palette from beautiful existing details like the richly stained concrete floor and the building’s huge, rustic-hewn beams. Bringing in local craftsmen and Native American artwork, the new interiors balances this PNW charm with clean modern materials creating contemporary elegance.
Weber Thompson’s approach to this project was based on the concept of a lodge with a modern spin. The design team pulled the design palette from beautiful existing details like the richly stained concrete floor and the Lodge’s huge, rustic-hewn beams. Deep burgundy tones and buttery caramel are paired with warm neutrals to support this design concept. When paired with lavish textures and understated patterns, the design story is rich and complex, just like a great glass of chocolaty Cabernet Sauvignon or fruity Grenache.
The updated lobby and Fireside Lounge completed in 2015 features new sculptural leather high-back seating, a custom rug, new dining chairs and tables and patio furniture. A large, timber floor lamp stretches out above the center of the seating area, dangling above a reclaimed-wood and gorgeous blackened steel and salvaged chestnut drum tables made by the local craftsman duo at NK Build.
The attractive guest room updates include new paint colors, new linens and custom draperies that complement existing fixtures and guest room furniture. The overall effect is a brighter, more modern yet still lodge-inspired look and feel.
The completion of the suites remodel in February 2020 marked a milestone for the Willows Lodge. The substantial renovation included a complete bathroom make-over, new carpet, wallcovering and paint, custom statement headboards with metal inlay accents and bedside tables, stone top make-up counters and custom ottoman, a complete lighting and furniture package, as well as vivacious Native American artwork by local artist Thomas Stream.
Renovated Guest Room bathrooms include new carrara marble countertops with gorgeous vessel bathroom sinks, new plumbing fixtures and shower tiles, as well as new lighting, wallcovering and concrete veneer at the upgraded soaking tub. The unique tile pattern at the showers is a mix of highly-textured rectangular tiles, handmade hexagon tiles, and triangular mosaics which give the showers an air of contemporary elegance.
The extensive spa remodel included a complete space plan overhaul to improve the flow between the entry and calming relaxation areas and update the furniture and finishes. The redesign embodies pacific northwest sophistication with wood tones, cool neutrals and stone finishes.
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