Project overview: White Elephant Palm Beach is a restoration and reimagining of the Bradley Park Hotel, built in 1924 and designated a historic landmark in 1980. A contemporary interpretation of the Mediterranean-Revival style, the design lovingly preserves the integrity of the hotel’s architecture while introducing a new contemporary aesthetic to Palm Beach.
Project information: New construction, Renovation/restoration
Jury comments: True to its name, the White Elephant Palm Beach is giant in ambition and execution, using design to surprise and delight at every turn. Its white stucco and dark-stained trimmings encase pops of color that add a sense of fun and playfulness to the entire property. The design aesthetic is integrated yet eclectic, inviting guests to appreciate a lavish museum-quality art collection and small delights within the design that create a space that is as ethereal as it is bold. The restoration is a visible demonstration of the power of design to rejuvenate a building and its occupants.
