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HILTON IRVINE AWARDED TOP HONOR BY AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF INTERIOR DESIGNERS, TEXAS
Hospitality with Style: Property’s Renovations Redefining How Guests Utilize Public Areas
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. – September 29, 2008 – The Hilton Irvine/Orange County Airport is wowing business and leisure travelers alike with a redesign that lures guests into its public spaces for some relaxation and socializing. The design of its recently renovated public space was recently recognized with a top hospitality design award from the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) Texas Chapter. As part of its $18.5 million dollar renovation project that was completed in 2007, the Hilton Irvine/Orange County Airport commissioned Dallas architecture and interior design firm Leo A. Daly to plan and execute the refurbishment of its lobby, bar, dining areas and meeting rooms. These designs were awarded first place in the hospitality service category of the ASID’s 2008 Legacy of Design Awards, which was presented during the Legacy of Design Awards Celebration on Friday, August 15 in Dallas.
“It’s a tremendous honor for one of our properties to be acknowledged by ASID,” said Jeff Diskin, senior vice president – brand management, Hilton Hotels & Resorts. “This recognition reinforces Hilton’s position as a dynamic leader in the hospitality industry, staying at the forefront of design innovation as an integral part of the ongoing re-invigoration of our more than 500 hotels around the world.”
With the goal of creating a vibrant series of public spaces, the refurbishment transformed the lobby and bar into one open, inviting area that reflects the crisp, casual feel of a beachside business resort. The design has created a flexible environment with a diverse collection of seating that guests can enjoy throughout the day. During breakfast time the back bar becomes a juice and water bar; at mid-day, guests are encouraged to work on their laptops or conduct casual business meetings in the lobby’s plush seating areas; and in the evening the area is set up to act as an active bar, lounge and dining area. As part of the renovations, the hotel features an updated lobby, front desk, Hilton Fitness by Precor fitness center, restaurant, bar and ballroom. It also added 5,000 ft_ of meeting space, including Hilton’s premier small meeting service for groups of 50 or less, Hilton Meetings, available in two of its rooms.
"The feedback we have received from our guests has been fantastic" added Dori Familiant, general manager of the Hilton Irvine/Orange County Airport Hotel. "They enjoy the open space, versatility and ambiance of our business resort."
The Legacy of Design Awards is a chapter-wide competition that recognizes the finest in interior design achievements within the ASID Texas Chapter. The chapter consists of nine design communities from around Texas.
For more information about Hilton Hotels & Resorts, visit www.hilton.com.
About LEO A DALY
Established in 1915, LEO A DALY is an internationally renowned architecture, planning, engineering, interior design and program management firm. The company’s portfolio includes award-winning projects in 65 countries, all 50 states, and the District of Columbia. The firm currently employs more than 1,100 architects, planners, engineers and interior designers in 24 offices worldwide. It consistently ranks in the top ten largest architecture/engineering and interior design firms in the U.S., and is listed in BD World Architecture’s top 25 global practices. For more information, visit www.leoadaly.com
About Hilton Hotels & Resorts
With more than 500 hotels and resorts on six continents, Hilton continues to be an innovative leader in the full-service hospitality segment and the most recognized global name in the industry. Hilton’s belief that Travel Should Take You Places® celebrates a commitment to the guest experience and to the idea that travel can and should be transformative. Hilton’s variety of services, amenities and programs are designed to give guests more choice and control over their stays so they can be at their best, 24/7 whether they travel for business or leisure. Each unique Hilton hotel and resort was designed to reflect the sense of place of its location; each team member chosen to reflect the local culture and community. Start your journey at www.hilton.com available in English, Spanish and French.
About Hilton Hotels Corporation
Hilton Hotels Corporation is the leading global hospitality company, with more than 3,000 hotels and 500,000 rooms in 74 countries, with more than 100,000 team members worldwide. The company owns, manages or franchises some of the best known and highly regarded hotel brands including Hilton®, Conrad® Hotels & Resorts, Doubletree®, Embassy Suites Hotels®, Hampton Inn®, Hampton Inn & Suites®, Hilton Garden Inn®, Hilton Grand Vacations™, Homewood Suites by Hilton® and The Waldorf=Astoria Collection™.
Hilton Hotels Corporation is an Official Sponsor of the U.S. Olympic Team, which will extend through the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Vancouver, the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games in London, the 2010/2012 U.S. Paralympic Team and the 2011 U.S. Pan American Team.
The Hilton Family of Hotels adheres to founder Conrad Hilton’s philosophy that, “It has been, and continues to be, our responsibility to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.” The company put a name to its unique brand of service that has made it the best known and most highly regarded hotel company: be hospitable®. The philosophy is shared by all brands in the Hilton Family of Hotels, and is the inspiration for its overarching message of kindness and generosity.
For more information about the company, please visit www.hiltonfamily.com.
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