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Adelphi Hotel

Adelphi Hotel logo: black condensed serif wordmark with a long diagonal stroke

Evoking the senses to evolve a distinguished brand.

Striking imagery and a provocative slogan were the cornerstones of a refreshed brand identity for this landmark CBD hotel.

Adelphi Hotel entrance stairway lit in magenta beside a gold panel with the Adelphi sign
Adelphi Hotel lobby: wire mesh horse sculpture and pink-lit reception under a patterned ceiling
Adelphi Hotel guest room: black panelled headboard with a teal and yellow cushion Adelphi Hotel stool: black, white and magenta striped upholstery on black tripod legs

As part of the hotel’s conceptual transformation, the brief for Adelphi’s interior design was to create a 3D rendering of the dessert-based theme. We explored this through whimsical colour, pattern and texture palettes, adding light-hearted installations including a lollipop stall and historically-styled dessert cart that paid homage to the history of transportation along Flinders Lane.

From fairy floss in the mini bar to a gift of macarons that welcomed guests to their room, little touches supported the dessert theme and brought the concept to life. The new iteration of the Adelphi served to create a warm and inviting impression.

Adelphi Hotel lounge: geometric rug, floor lamp, round wall mirror and black chairs
Adelphi Hotel suite living area: fur-covered armchairs and a black and white geometric rug Adelphi Hotel suite bedroom: dark patterned drapes, fur throw and a wall-mounted TV
Adelphi Hotel lobby: tall wire mesh horse sculpture beside a pink rug and black stools

“The new iteration of the Adelphi served to create a warm and inviting impression.”

Adelphi Hotel street frontage: magenta-lit window and a gold sign with the Adelphi logo
Adelphi Hotel umbrella: black and white street scene of a figure holding a branded umbrella

Referencing industrial-period Melbourne, the widely-recognised Adelphi logotype was adapted and updated as part of the hotel’s dessert-based re-branding. The new slogan combined with bold patterns and images to focus on the five senses.

Supporting patterns taken directly from the hotel and its surroundings were applied to the finished marketing pieces. Simple yet distinctive art direction was employed to underline the premium nature of the venue and appeal to discerning customers.

Adelphi Hotel folded card: chevron-patterned panels and a pink sliver on a grey surface Adelphi Hotel printed card: magenta halftone image on a card beside a white card
Adelphi Hotel printed cards: gold dotted halftone image beside a white card with the logo Adelphi Hotel wall mural: large painted face in gold, red and blue tones beside a lamp
Adelphi Hotel website on a desktop monitor: lobby photo with the Adelphi logo
Adelphi Hotel website on a desktop monitor: gold-toned bar scene beside the face mural
Adelphi Hotel website on a desktop monitor: dessert tower on a pink-lit plate
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