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The newly-refurbished
Meritus Negara Hotel Singapore at Claymore, located next to Orchard
Road, is set to re-launch from early September 2005 following a $3.5 million
facelift of the main lobby, meeting facilities, guestrooms, and suites. The
project also includes upgrading the restaurant, AV equipment, and guest
amenities.
The facelift, led by renowned Italian architect Marco Corti of Colombo &
Associates, gives the new Lobby a refreshing and welcoming atmosphere.
Leveraging on simplicity and the use of clever ambient lighting, the new
decor will encompass both classic and modern elements; the classic,
reflecting the hotel's tradition of Asian grace, warmth and care while the
modern, embodying the luxury and sophistication expected by today's
travellers.
The Lobby refurbishment will also involve the personalised Reception
Desks, Business Centre, Lobby Lounge, and the Meritus Club Lounge – an
exclusive open-concept lounge for Meritus Club guests. Both lounges will be
furnished with B&B Italia designer furniture. The modern details of the
design include black glass, dark marble, chic designer furnishings, and
lighting combined with the classic touches of warm wood wall panelling and
flooring, and antique ceramic show pieces.
The refurbishment of guestrooms and suites – directed by DP Design (the
design arm of DP Architects) – will include flat-panel LCD TVs with laptop
connectivity.
Meritus at Claymore is nestled in a prestigious enclave a minute's walk
from Orchard Road with embassies, shopping and leisure facilities, and an
MRT Station in its vicinity.
With just 198 rooms, the hotel aims to provide a highly intimate and
personalised level of service to guests. With the completion of the
refurbishment, guests can also expect quality amenities such as finer linen
and premium toiletries. More benefits and conveniences like personalised
rooming, express check-in, and free broadband Internet access are also in
the scope of the plans.
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