Locke has revealed more details about the design of its forthcoming Parisian debut, slated for Winter 2024. 

Landing in the city’s historic Latin Quarter, Le Jardin de Verre by Locke will feature 145 rooms alongside a gym and yoga studio, and meeting and event spaces. F&B venues are set to include an open internal courtyard for al fresco dining, a triple-height destination restaurant in the atrium complete with a bar and terrace, and a dedicated cocktail bar. 

The property itself comprises a modern addition to a 20th-century industrial factory and 18th-century Parisian residence. The street on which it sits was once renowned for its series of grand public gardens. As such, the visual concept for Le Jardin de Verre by Locke – created by London and LA-based studio Fettle – has been inspired by its strong connection to nature, with extensive interior landscaping and planting, as well as an abundance of natural light. 

The main entrance to the hotel brings the outdoors in, with subtle use of greens on the walls and ceiling, alongside colourful soft furnishings and lush foliage. Materials include stone, terracotta and timber, used in the flooring throughout the building and contrasting with the industrial influences of the building, such as concrete columns and original factory metalwork that has been deliberately exposed. 

Locke’s signature bold design details are also present – in the entrance courtyard, striped yellow banquettes, rattan chairs, green patterned parasols, festoon lighting and outdoor lanterns create a vibrant setting, while the atrium terrace makes use of playful grass flooring and bright, patterned upholstery. For the destination restaurant and bar, Fettle has opted for shades of vibrant pink, orange and red, showcased alongside two bespoke oversized chandeliers.

Guestrooms, envisioned by Edyn’s in-house design team, reflect the stylistic diversity of the site. Architecture draws upon the Haussmann-style design principles of the historical mansion building, with features such as dark oak flooring and floor-to-ceiling windows, contrasting with the hard edges of the stainless-steel kitchen counter and expressive patterns of the textiles. Emulating the style of a Parisian residence and hinting at its architectural heritage, the furniture and fittings are deliberately varied in style and material – eclectic pieces combined with Parisian elegance to create soft and inviting surroundings for guests.