Case Study
Madrid’s most traditional hotel gets a makeover with DKTN
By Francisco Sánchez | Axis 4
Location
Madrid, Spain
Produkt
DKTN
Farbe
Dove | Entzo | Laurent | Rem
Quantity
300 m2
Architecture/design
Francisco Sánchez | Axis 4
Partners
Mármoles Lujan | Mármoles SYC
Application
Flooring and stairs | Wall cladding | Furniture | Fountain
Client
Manuel A. Ruiz
The refurbishment of the Mayorazgo hotel
The refurbishment and updating of the Mayorazgo hotel was completed in February 2021. This traditional and genuine hotel, the “most Madrid-like hotel”, according to the hotel’s website, is located in the heart of Gran Vía, in central Madrid. Manuel A. Ruiz, Director and Developer of the project, and Francisco Sánchez from Axis 4, had the challenging task of preserving the spirit of the hotel and its distinctive Madrid style while at the same time bringing it up to date with a more modern look. Furthermore, functionality and the ability to adapt to the theme of the hotel had to be paramount in the choice of materials.
After evaluating other options available on the market, the project managers opted for the DKTN surface in a variety of finishes. Safety, hygiene and durability were key factors in his choice. A hotel is a semi-public space, subject to high traffic and strict regulations that require working with the most reliable suppliers.
Four DKTN finishes for the Mayorazgo hotel: DKTN Dove in 159x142 cm format for the lounge floor and staircase; DKTN Entzo for the walls of the main lounge; DKTN Laurent for the restaurant tables and bar; and DKTN Rem for the fountain in the hotel lobby.
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Materials from the Natural Collection
The finishes chosen for the refurbishment belong to DKTN’s Natural Collection and are inspired by classic marbles. The architect chose DKTN Dove, a beige and highly textured material, as a base, and then incorporated two veined surfaces, DKTN Entzo and DKTN Rem, for a very elegant result. As a counterpoint to this, the architect chose DKTN Laurent for the restaurant tables and bar. It is an almost black finish, with very subtle veins in earth tones.
But perhaps the most eye-catching feature of the refurbishment is the stunning fountain that greets guests at the hotel’s lobby. Located next to the reception desk, it features a well-tended vertical garden and is the perfect prelude to what is to come. The freshness, the sound of water and the elegance of DKTN Rem turn the lobby of the Mayorazgo hotel into an improvised paradise for the tired tourist suffering the heat of the Madrid summer.