Renovation of an Early-70s Bank

Sumptuous mid-century-style terrazzo contributes to the interior’s classic simplicity while adding value as a low-maintenance, durable floor. Some 4,400 square feet of epoxy thin-set terrazzo was installed. Its retro marble aggregate blends and brass accents evoke the tones and textures of a traditional cement-based terrazzo so typical of the building’s original era.

Distinguishing this renovation are extraordinary restrooms, where the walls are clad with luxurious floor-to-ceiling epoxy terrazzo, poured onsite by hand, and complemented with precast cement terrazzo sinks. Poured-in-place vertical terrazzo handwork is also found on the bar front.

The clean lines of a three-color terrazzo floor replaced tile to unify the lobby’s aesthetic, with its brass feature wall, original oak paneling, and massive travertine columns. Brass divider strips, all formed by hand onsite by terrazzo artisans, enhance the retro hues and patterns of the lobby and café. The terrazzo was finished to a high gloss with 3,000-grit diamond polishing pads.

“We love the terrazzo flooring; it brings the lobby space together while offering minimal upkeep. The restrooms are really special,” said a hotel representative. “Our guests are always commenting on how much they love it and the uniqueness of the environment.”