Grupo Presidente selects Bryan W. Tarrant to redesign the
Presidente InterContinental Cozume Resort & Spa
MEXICO CITY (April, 2006)
Grupo Presidente, operator of Presidente InterContinental Hotels & Resorts,
announces that Bryan W. Tarrant of Bantastudio has been selected to direct the
$25 million (USD) renovation and redevelopment of the Presidente InterContinental
Cozumel Resort & Spa. The exclusive resort, which is expected to re-open on
October 1, 2006, will be repositioned as a five-star luxury property.
Mr. Tarrant will be responsible for the overall design concept of the project,
including the creation of the resort's new, opulent one and two bedroom
"Ocean Suites" and creative concepts for redesigning the resort's public areas
and guestrooms. Colors for the fabrics and artwork throughout the resort were
carefully chosen to complement rather than compete with the lush, colorful outdoor
environment.
The design approach is to provide a contemporary yet timeless envelope of comfort
within which the guest can relax in a private oasis while appreciating the real
'star of the show' - the fabulous tropical setting.
"We chose Bryan for his experience in creating masterful designs, particularly in
the tourism industry, and because, like Grupo Presidente, he is passionate about
the new vision for the Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa," said Mr.
Carlos Behnsen, Director of Marketing, Grupo Presidente.
Mr. Tarrant has won five Hospitality Design Gold Key Awards for his work on high
profile projects in the United States, India, Egypt, the Virgin Islands, Japan,
China and England.
The Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa, located on nearly 1,000
feet of Cozumel's most prized white sand beach, will feature a new lobby featuring
individual check-in desks, an expanded "Scuba Du" dive and watersports facility -
ideal for first-time divers and pros alike - the full-service Serenity Spa, a golf
putting green, a second "adults only" pool and bar, a renovated "Chiqui Club" for
children, and a courtyard featuring retail shops and new tennis courts.
The resort's entrance will feature a new road lined with newly planted lush
vegetation and fountains. The resort's signature restaurant, Alfredo di Roma,
is being completely redesigned and will feature a new bar area and a private
room with its own terrace. The Caribeño Restaurant will be completely new and
includes a lounge area for guests and a spectacular bar with inspiring views of
the Caribbean Sea.
Contact:
Martha Paredes
Sales and Public Relations Manager
PRESIDENTE INTERCONTINENTAL COZUMEL RESORT & SPA
Carretera a Chankanaab km 6.5, Cozumel, Q. Roo, 77600 México
Tel: +52 (987) 872 9500
Fax: +52 (987) 872 9528
e-mail: martha_paredes@interconti.com
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