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The streamlined lobby in the Canopy is dressed in soft
gray tones that accent floor-to-ceiling windows

Housed in a former church, the standout in the
Line Hotel's double-height lobby is a chandelier
crafted from repurposed organ pipes

A chandelier sculpture suspends from
the three-story lobby at the Rockwell
Group-designed Anthem

residences, restaurants, and hotels. It's a massive undertaking that leaves
no stone unturned with sustainability at the forefront: LEED Gold or Silver
status is targeted for individual buildings with green roofs, which will be
surrounded by 300 new trees. Entertainment is also a key pillar and an
anchor of the massive development is the 57,000-square-foot Anthem
music hall from New York firm Rockwell Group. Beyond the majestic
three-story lobby, the event space achieves a sense of intimacy with angled
balconies that create a series of rooms and circular chandeliers that can be
raised or lowered to change the space's scale.
Along with restoring a 200-year-old fish market and creating 1,400
residences, the Hoffman-Madison Waterfront team also developed three
new hotels. Along with the extended stay Hyatt House, a notable addition
is Canopy by Hilton Washington DC The Wharf-the brand's first
property in North America-from New York's Krause Sawyer, which
looked to the "rich history of the area, as well as the transformation of the
marina and the Municipal Fish Market over time" for the design, says
cofounder Kajsa Krause. Rough materials juxtapose smooth finishes and
millwork detailing in public spaces, while guestrooms are inviting with
graywashed wood floors (also found as accent walls behind the beds) and
residentially appointed furnishings. The moody rooftop bar Whiskey
Charlie takes advantage of its location, where dark and light materials
mingle in the glass-enclosed space, and an outdoor terrace boasts heady
views. There's also the 278-key InterContinental Washington DC - The
Wharf with interiors that allow the river to take center stage, thanks
to Sudbury, Massachusetts-based Parker Torres Design. "We started to
think about the Potomac River during the various seasons-how the
physical form and movement of the river not only changes the view, but
also enhances the guest experience," says associate principal Ellen Bourge
Johnson. This informs much of the design, including in the lobby, where a
sculptural staircase is paired with expansive windows and a 20-foot-high
water droplet-inspired chandelier.
The Wharf is also home to 20 restaurants (with a total of 75 planned for
the area), some from celebrated chefs, including Fabio Trabocchi's latest
culinary venture Del Mar, which is "first and foremost, a tribute to my
wife [and business partner] Maria and her family's cultural and culinary
heritage," he says. The 240-seat Spanish love note creates "a memorable,
exceptional dining experience for our guests," with a sophisticated
environment reminiscent of the Mediterranean courtesy of Barcelonabased interior designer Lázaro Rosa-Violán. Crafted by 2Scale Hospitality,
Top Chef star Mike Isabella's Requin evokes a French Mediterranean flare,
while industrial touches like steel and wood are softened by a palette of
deep green and teal, textured velvet banquettes, and marble.
Currently, the Wharf comprises 14 buildings linked by 10 acres of public
space and parks. Phase two is expected to break ground in mid-2018, and
once complete in 2022, expect more office towers, condominiums, hotels,
retail and restaurants, and outdoor space M Street Landing by Michael Van
Valkenburgh Associates, all showcasing the appeal of this political town.

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