The Caribe Hotel is steeped in rich history. Conrad Hilton's first hotel outside the continental US was the place to be during Hollywood's Golden Age, enjoyed by celebrities, dignitaries and other people of note. It was also birthplace of the piña colada. Virserius Studio wanted to honor that glory by making it the place for hotel guests and the local community to interact.
The design reflects Puerto Rico's strong cultural roots, and blends American sensibility with Latin passion. In choosing materials V/S had to consider both the environment and the number of people frequenting the hotel. We wanted to strike that delicate balance between durability and honoring the design aesthetic.
Our goal was to make the bar area an outdoor living room, a true destination for guests, visitors, and the community to gather.