INSIDE BD March+April 2012 14 Features 14 Cross Dresser Hotel Diva gets a $2 million makeover that’s worthy of a night out on the town. Departments 2 6 From the Editor In This Issue/Editorial Advisory Board 18 Q+A: Rob Wagemans 18 The founder of Amsterdam’s Concrete details his design/architecture rm’s multidisciplinary, team-oriented approach. 8 Boutique Buzz 34 On the Job: Updating the ADA 26 Appetizing Destinations Designers mix fresh materials and ef cient layouts at a trio of high-pro le restaurants. 38 Vendor Profile: Mikel Patrik 42 DreamBook: Feed the Senses 46 Bath & Spa 56 Surfacing 64 The Last Detail: The Exchange Hotel ON THE COVER A composite photo of the House of Concrete in Amsterdam, featuring the firm’s new headquarters building and its staff at the windows. (Founder Rob Wagemans is at the front door.) 26 4 Boutique Design | March+April 2012 Image: Ewout Huibers