The exterior of the hotel was created and envisioned by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma. “Our partnership with Harwood International started with Rolex and we are excited for our latest building with Harwood No. 14, as well as our facade design for Hôtel Swexan,” said Kuma of Kengo Kuma & Associates. “Others are on the horizon.”
Interior design for the hotel has been inspired by world’s grandest cities, combined with the founders’ travels and passion for art and design, taking their favorite elements and traditions from cultures worldwide.
Combining timeless European style and handsome Texas warmth, the hotel’s 134 guestrooms have a residential feel, featuring five-fixture baths, Le Labo products and floor-to-ceiling windows. The hotel includes eight unique suites.
The property offers five culinary concepts. Stillwell’s is a Texas steakhouse that pays homage to its female heroine for which it is named, Hallie Stillwell. The restaurant will exclusively serve HWD—Harwood Premium Beef—a new sourcing vertical that has been years in the making. On the beverage front, the wine list has been curated by female Master Sommelier Barbara Werley.
Additional food and beverage concepts include Isabelle’s, a tea enclave with a Parisian-inspired patio that transforms into a nightly martini bar; Library at Babou’s and Babou’s, a two-story library that gives way to a cocktail lounge with DJ sets. The rooftop features Pomelo and Leonie, two spots for international cuisine and drinks exclusively reserved for hotel guests.
The 20th floor houses a 75-ft. infinity pool, while the sixth floor is reserved as a grand event space, and the eighth floor features a fitness center.
Hôtel Swexan is the first hotel project for Dallas-based Harwood Hospitality Group, which owns and operates several restaurants throughout the 19-city block Harwood District, including Happiest Hour, Saint Ann Restaurant & Bar and Dolce Riviera.
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