Author Description
Whether located at a country retreat, fantasy island, or a downtown showplace, the lobbies and bars of hotels are intriguing, multifunctional public meeting spaces. They mirror and reinforce the special character and atmosphere of a hotel and provide for social interaction at levels ranging from the business deal to the romantic tryst. Readers entering the dazzling world of Hotel Bars and Lobbies can almost hear the clinking of glasses and subdued business conversations. That's because this ``armchair traveler's'' fantasy guide to the high life fully captures the splendor as well as the historical and architectural importance of these essential, civilized public spaces.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the architectural and social significance of hotel lobbies and bars as multifunctional public spaces that define the identity of their environments. Carol Berens, an architect, examines how these spaces facilitate diverse social interactions, ranging from professional negotiations to personal encounters. The text explores the intersection of design, atmosphere, and historical context to explain why these areas serve as the focal points of the hospitality experience.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Analysis of diverse hotel environments including country retreats and urban showplaces
- Examination of the relationship between interior design and social behavior
- Historical and architectural context of public meeting spaces
Scope Limits
- Does not provide technical construction blueprints or detailed engineering specifications
- Focuses primarily on the aesthetic and social experience rather than operational management
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Readers frequently note the book's ability to capture the atmospheric quality of high-end hospitality design through its descriptive prose. Experts highlight this as a useful visual and conceptual resource for those interested in the intersection of architecture and social space.
Page Count:
229
Publication Date:
1996-08-01
Publisher:
McGraw-Hill Professional
ISBN-10:
0070058288
ISBN-13:
9780070058286
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