Grand Heritage Hotel & Spa in Doha. Qatar by J/Brice Design International, Inc. nominated for 2012-13 ADEX Awards.

Grand Heritage Hotel & Spa in Doha. Qatar

J/Brice Design International, Inc.

Over five years in the making, The Grand Heritage Doha Hotel & Spa, is now a reality and has already become a style setter as the super luxury hotel property in Doha, Qatar where the pace of new hotel openings reflects the city's emergence as a world-class travel destination.This iconic 137-rooom luxury property, created by J/Brice Design International, reinforces this USA-based firm's position as one of the most influential and sought-after interior design groups in the Arabian Peninsula Commenting on the five-year watershed design and construction effort, Jeffrey Ornstein, J/Brice founder and CEO says, "We're proud of the fact that throughout its long development period, the property emerged true to our original concept. The architectural concepts and interior design directions were executed precisely as envisioned from the early conceptual phase."When the Grand Heritage opened its doors, it was exactly as we had promised." This Chateau-inspired, five-star hotel's arrival in the is spot on and in time to play a pivotal role as Doha completes its transformation – from commercial and shipping center to a destination city for luxery travelers. The Grand Heritage has also become a sophisticated social center in that city with its own unique brand. The hotel overlooks Doha's Aspire Academy for Sports Excellence; site of the 2006 Asian Olympic Games and 2022 World Cup. Doha now also hosts Grand Prix auto racing, PGA and other major sporting events.Ornstein, who has lived with this project since its inception, said, "The developer, Sheikh Hamad Al-Thani, wanted the property to be a defining landmark for world travelers and well-heeled sophisticates – a property that stands out on the ever-changing skyline, distinguishing Doha from neighboring Dubai and Abu Dhabi."By all measure Sheikh Hamad has succeeded. Since the recent opening, The Grand Heritage's occupancy rate has become the envy of Doha's hoteliers. Moreover, Sheikhs and leading socialites living in the area have fully embraced the property making it their own informal "private" club."With the Grand Heritage – as with all our projects both domestic and international – We are guided by our S-Factor philosophy – three core criteria, Style, Setting and Story –guide us through every project," says Ornstein."With this in mind, The Grand Heritage was conceived of and created in the architectural style of a fine European country home while respecting regional aesthetics by incorporating distinctively Arabian themes into the design."Notes Ornstein, "In terms of setting, The Grand Heritage excites all the senses; sight – touch - taste, within the property and the interior environment has a distinct charm which is reinforced by the well-balanced dimensioning of the spaces and fluidity of the plan. Sheikh Hamad recognized the need to create a dramatic setting or sense of place for the Grand Heritage, and has committed generous funding for exterior landscaping and gardens reminiscent of Versailles to enhance the arrival experience."Additionally, we want guests to own the experience so that they will share a positive story about the Grand Heritage and generate word-of-mouth buzz about the property. Story is especially important today as social media empowers guests to tell their story to thousands of friends," says Ornstein.The EateriesA wide choice of fine international cuisine is available at The Grand Heritage Hotel & Spa in environments that were created to harmonize with the offerings. Guest options include Victoria, the first and only authentic tea lounge of its kind in the Middle East to partner with Le Palais des Thes– the renowned Paris tea purveyor. Victoria offers over 40 different teas, exceeding the expectations of seasoned tea connoisseurs.The signature restaurant, Figus, the brainchild of Italian Chef Antonia "Nino" Figus, showcases refined Italian recipes inspired by Chef Figus's Sardinian roots. In a recent review Gulf Times reports, "...interiors ... blend Victorian and contemporary styles, guests at Figus are served under the watchful eye of a host, who interacts with diners, taking time and care to ensure that guests experience the very best of refined Italian cuisine." Blue, a casual and contemporary international restaurant features selections from every continent, while the all-day dining restaurant Flavours provides an inviting environment for breakfast, lunch and a dinner prepared in a lively show kitchen, and is often requested for private events as a result of its culinary delights and a signature ambience.As a practical matter, every guest room is accessorized with 40-inch flat screen TVs, complimentary wireless Internet access, Nespresso® coffee and tea machines, and laptop compatible safety deposit box.J/Brice and The Grand Heritage Doha Hotel & Spa are defining future expectations for the luxury traveler and fostering the Arabian role as the leader on the global hospitality stage.

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J/Brice Design International, Inc.

J/Brice Design International, Inc. (www.jbricedesign.com) was founded in 1989 by leading hospitality design authority Jeffrey-Brice Ornstein.rnrnIt is a global design firm, having directed projects in excess of $5 Billion since its founding. The firm\'s most recent signature engagements worldwide include the fabled HMS Queen Mary, 1934 luxury ocean liner that is one of North America\'s most popular tourist destinations, the iconic urban landmark The Helmsley Hotel in New York City, and The Grand Heritage Hotel and Spa, the premier destination in Doha’s Aspire Zone, executed for the Royal Family of Qatar rnrnJ/Brice Design Studios and Offices are located in Boston, MA and Dammam, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.rnrnJeffrey Ornstein CEO is a frequent guest lecturer throughout the Middle East, Europe and North America. He has been a featured speaker at HD Expo, HD Boutique, HOTEC, and Hospitality Match , and Concepts Middle East has spoken on numerous occasions at Heimtextil, the world’s largest international commercial textile trade fair in Frankfurt, Germany. rnrnJeff was the first American named keynote speaker of the 2009 Kingdom Hotel Expansion and Investment World Summit in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In 2009 he was called upon by his colleagues to judge the annual Hotel World Platinum Circle Awards, and again in 2012 to judge Boutique Design Gold Key Awards rnRegarded for transformative hotel designs, he has been a contributing editor to Hotel Executive, and featured in Boutique Design, Hospitality Design, Lodging & Hospitality and Young Hotelier. rnrnHe was named one of Boston\'s 12 Most Influential People in 2005 by Insight magazine. In addition, J/Brice Design was twice awarded as one of the Top Ten Fastest Growing Design Firms nationwide by Interior Design magazine.rnJ/Brice is the preferred design group for all full service Hilton Hotels, Marriott International / Ritz Carlton, Starwood Hotel, The Intercontinental Hotel Group, Hyatt Hotels, and Trump International and International credentials include work for TAJ Hotels and The Kempinski Hotel Group.rn

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