The magnificent Cumberland Hotel building has been gracing St John Street in Valletta since the late 16th century. Originally built and inhabited as a majestic city palazzo, it was later converted into a hotel that saw its peak in colonial times when Valletta was a hive of activity with British servicemen and travellers flocking its narrow streets. When we opened the front doors 3 years ago (2015) it was apparent that this Gem needed to be revive. Immediately the setting felt decadent and as we walked up the original marble and wrought iron staircase we were reminded of how majestic this place once was and could be again. We immediately wanted to create a modern, sophisticated, Art Deco inspired hotel.
Project
Cumberland
Industry
Boutique Hotel
Services
Interiors, Branding
Year
2018
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The Cumberland
The magnificent Cumberland Hotel building has been gracing St John Street in Valletta since the late 16th century. Originally built and inhabited as a majestic city palazzo, it was later converted into a hotel that saw its peak in colonial times when Valletta was a hive of activity with British servicemen and travellers flocking its narrow streets. When we opened the front doors 3 years ago (2015) it was apparent that this Gem needed to be revive. Immediately the setting felt decadent and as we walked up the original marble and wrought iron staircase we were reminded of how majestic this place once was and could be again. We immediately wanted to create a modern, sophisticated, Art Deco inspired hotel.
