Legacy Transformed: a New Premium Classic Hotel by dwp.

dwp. is pleased to announce its appointment as interior designer for a major hotel project owned by Benchasiri Park Property Co., Ltd. in Bangkok, within the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio of hotels, further strengthening the studio’s  global hospitality brands.

While specific details are confidential, the project represents the transformation of a large-scale legacy hotel into a contemporary premium classic destination aligned with the design ethos and global standards of Marriott International. It is a commission that reflects trust in dwp.’s ability to deliver nuanced, experience-led interiors within complex hospitality environments.

As Khun Sarinrath Kamolratanapiboon, dwp. Thailand CEO,  notes, “Legacy hotels hold a unique emotional and spatial value. Our role is to reinterpret that legacy with clarity and purpose, creating experiences that feel both timeless and relevant for today’s traveler.”

A Rare Canvas of Spatial Generosity

This 1990s landmark is defined by a “grand hotel” scale that is rare in modern urban developments. With 460+ guest rooms of generous size, set within expansive grounds on the Chao Phraya river, the property offers a level of spatial freedom that allows for a resort-style retreat within the city. The new design will leverage the building’s bold concrete geometry to create a refined, contemporary classic destination.

The “Greatroom”: Reimagining the Arrival

At the heart of our design vision is the transformation of the monumental atrium lobby into a human-centric “Greatroom”. We are evolving this large complex multi-level volume into an active social hub that integrates:

• Zoned social spaces: flexible areas for social connection and informal productivity
• Curated F&B: experiences that activate the lobby throughout the day and evening
• Enduring elegance: guestroom interiors that feel enduring, elegant, calm, and personal

Future-Proofing Legacy Assets

This appointment highlights dwp’s expertise in lifestyle-led hospitality, where we balance rigorous brand standards with contextual intelligence. By clarifying circulation and elevating materiality, we are demonstrating how legacy assets can be thoughtfully repositioned into flexible, high-performing destinations for the modern traveler.

Further details on this transformation will be revealed in due course.