"The hotel reportedly cost around $1.3bn to build, with developers excavating five storeys below ground. From the original Whiteleys, only the facade, the dome, and the central staircase remain."
"Replicating that sense of serenity is far harder in central London, and particularly so in Bayswater. But New York-based AvroKo, tasked with overseeing the design, struck the right balance."
"A shaman was consulted during construction, guiding design choices such as a circular window at the front of the hotel shop, strategically placed to release negative energy."
"The healing power of plants also plays a major part, with a strong botanical thread running throughout the hotel. Giant eucalyptus statues line the bridge entrance."
Six Senses London has opened in the former Whiteleys department store, costing around $1.3bn. The hotel features a design that incorporates Art Deco and post-Victorian styles, with a focus on wellness. A shaman and a resident crystal healer contributed to the design, which includes a circular window to release negative energy. The hotel boasts 109 rooms, 14 branded residences, and a strong botanical theme, with numerous plants and eucalyptus statues enhancing the atmosphere.
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