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.

Architect
Hassell

Photography
Nicole England

Lighting Consultant
Medland Metropolis

Engineering Consultant
Medland Metropolis

Graphics
There

Furniture
Jardan – Seb Chair, Stanley Stool, Brandy Table, Bel Mirror, Harper Chair
Stylecraft – Spike Stool
Space Furniture – B&B Italia Tiffy Time Sofa
Living Edge – Eames Classic Lounge and Ottoman

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

Finishes
Svenska KJ
Kvadrat
At Work With Camira
James Dunlop
JR Group
Gabriel Fabrics
Contemporary Leathers
Spinneybeck Leathers
Dulux
Wattyl
Axolotl
Astor Metal Finishes
Locker Group
Alloy Design

Tiles
Academy Tiles
Bisanna Tiles

Carpet
Gibbon Group
Godfrey Hirst
Birrus Matting

Timber
SE Timber

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