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Ovolo Sydney, by Hassell

Is hospitality the future of agile working? If it is, the new multi-user focused Ovolo Hotel Sydney, designed by Hassell, is a wondrous glimpse into that future.


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May 9th, 2017

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Architect
Hassell

Photography
Nicole England

Lighting Consultant
Medland Metropolis

Engineering Consultant
Medland Metropolis

Graphics
There

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Stylecraft – Spike Stool
Space Furniture – B&B Italia Tiffy Time Sofa
Living Edge – Eames Classic Lounge and Ottoman

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Atelier Areti – Periscope Ball Lamp
Luke Furniture – Bedside lamps
Hub Furniture – Topos Feature Wall Lamp
Fat Shack Vintage – Bathroom wall lamp

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JR Group
Gabriel Fabrics
Contemporary Leathers
Spinneybeck Leathers
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Astor Metal Finishes
Locker Group
Alloy Design

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Academy Tiles
Bisanna Tiles

Carpet
Gibbon Group
Godfrey Hirst
Birrus Matting

Timber
SE Timber

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