Colours and textures, lines and forms, designs that dare to be different, spaces that at once delight and enchant. At The Park Hotels we set exemplary standards in aesthetics and design, and each of our properties is imbued with a distinct character. They defy categorisation and have created identities for themselves.
Colonial nostalgia is redolent in the precincts of The Park, Calcutta, while The Park, New Delhi evokes with elan the energetic spirit of the capital. The Park in the port city of Vizag is a luxury business resort on the beach, making work a pleasure, and The Park, Bangalore is all set to enter the new millennium with a stunning international design.

Style defies defination. To us it means looking beyond manuals and magazines, sometimes disregarding accepted tenets, adding a touch of irreverence. It is to bring to the space that element of the creative, that dash of whimsy, a certain flair, moving it out of the realm of the nondescript. It is to banish preconceived notions of what a space ought to look like, and instead endow it with elements of freshness and originality. We strive to make each guest's experience a unique one, something that goes beyond the ordinary comforts of bed and board. It is this effort on all fronts - from design to services - to go that extra mile, that makes a stay at our hotels something to remember.

From meticulous attention to detail, evolves the mark of individuality. To the discerning guest, this is evident in seemingly small things like the choice of elegent accessories and furnishings that combine to create

a mood or set a theme. The creative talents of leading designers from India and abroad have ensured that each space is special and provide a one-of-a-kind experience. Prakash Mankar, Michael Aram, Chandrasekhar Kanetkar, Carl Ettensperger and most recently Conran and Partners, have lent their talents to our hotels.

From a Mediterranean mood at the Latino Bar at The Park, New Delhi to the exuberant decor of Saffron at The Park, Calcutta, where the conventional norms of an 'Indian' restaurant give way to a modern interpretation, design concepts at The Park Hotels evolve from context to become unique expressions. Bamboo Bay is a restaurant overlooking the beach, and in this special setting, coastal cuisine takes on a deliciously different flavour. The black and white decor of Zen at The Park, Calcutta, evokes powerful images of the Orient. Tantra, the new nightclub at The Park, Calcutta, is an excitng and youthful expression of energy in myraid forms. The design of Someplace Else at The Park, New Delhi and Calcutta, combines in itself pub, nightclub and meeting place, and the space revels in each, switching roles with ease.

The Residence at The Park, New Delhi and Calcutta, is a special niche of luxury in a chic and contemporary setting. The ambience here comes from the exclusive aspects of its design and services. Rooms are equipped with the most modern facilities for both work and pleasure, from dedicated fax lines to laptops, personal VCD and CD systems, even a sauna in the Presidential Suite ! A veritable haven, even for the guest who's been there, done it all'. The Residence offers an

opportunity to refresh and renew mind and body. Each room is designed differently, creating a warm and elegent atmosphere. Original art work, exquisitely crafted furniture and accessories, exclusively designed for the suites, services that anticipate needs. We have put our heart and soul into the business of creating spaces that will continue to surprise and delight our guests. Our top-of-the-line designers are always encouraged to take creativity to the limit. At The Park Hotels, we believe in doing things differently. Every guest finds pleasure in new discoveries, and these take place on the road less travelled.

A purple door hints at what could lie within. Outside, the hotel foyer presents the usual bustle of activity, little tableaus in time coalescing to form the larger picture. Guests and bags, bell boys and luggage trolleys. The lingering aroma of coffee and freshly baked bread. The purple door is unobtrusive, yet beckons, seductive, persuasive. Inside, the mood !S contemporary, the menu mainly Mediterranean yet international, criss crossing geographical boundaries.

Latino Bar at The Park, New Delhi, is a vibrant expression of the colours and culture of the Mediterranean region. We have spared no effort to ensure that the cuisine and decor of Latino Bar are both authentic and the last word in stylish elegance. Jose Antonio Garcia, one of Spain's best known designers, was specially commissioned for the interiors. He has cleverly worked around the central motif, which is a modern interpretation of 'Las Meninas', originally painted by Diego Velazquez in 1656, and re-interpreted here by avant-garde artists Jose Miranda and Manolo Caceres.

In an exciting explosion of colour, the ambience of the Bar transports guests right to

the heart of an international setting.The atmosphere is perfect for an informal tete-a-tete, a special rendezvous, an exchange of business banter. Designed on two leveis, the lower portion of the Bar has striking black and white tiles reminiscent of Andatusian patios, and on the upper level, rich fabrics lend a touch of baroque opulence. The space is informal, elegant with a touch of whimsy and is the ideal setting for a warm, lively experience.

Chef Anuj Kapoor wields his own magic in the kitchen to bring alive a meiange of flavours that are mainly Mediterranean, but also encompassing Thai, Middle Eastern, Indian and Italian favourites. The concept of making a meal out of the Starters or Picks have evolved into something of a fine art. In Spanish cuisine, this is called Tapas, literally meaning small meals. Putting a Tapas platter together can be an exercise in culinary creativity and 'picking' from many sources is a delectable exercise. The wine list at the Latino Bar is a connoisseur's delight. The best international brands are on offer, and there is also an exhaustive selection of spirits that include single malts, liquers and cocktails.

So whether you decide to stop at the Latino Bar for a quick tapas break, or spend a couple of leisurely hours over a glass of wine, a visit to this special restaurant ensures that you have your moment under the Mediterranean sun.

A powerful theme. An exciting new concept in hotel design. A world famous design team. A vibrant, techno-savvy, happening city. The stage is set for the unveiling of the refurbished Park in Bangalore, which is a potent combination of all this. Helping to translate dreams into reality is not too hard a task for international designers Conran & Partners. For this particular project, infusing new life into an existing structure, they have drawn upon the natural bounty of the 'Garden City'. The 110-bedroom hotel is situated on the bustling MG Road in the heart of Bangalore and is ideally located to provide travellers with easy access to all the business and leisure facilities that the IT capital of India has to offer.

The new hotel has been envisaged as an urban retreat and the designers aim to create an ambience that is both refreshing as well as contemporary, suited in every way to the demands of the miilenmum. Conran & Partners are the architectural and design practice of SirTerence Conran, one of the world's leading designers, restaurateurs and retailers. Their involvement with this project gives it a new dimension altogether, and imbues it with a sensibility that is at once unique and international. The simple white facade of the building, apparently innocuous, gives a hint of what lies within bv means of vividly coloured windows. Inside, the four floors are concieved as four different Indian landscapes - the sea, the mountains, the jungle and the desert. Co-ordinated colour schemes, innovatively designed accessories and furniture, all enhance and accentuate the main theme. Guests can visualise the changing hues of the landscape in these luxuries settings that fire the imagination. The grounds of the property have been landscaped to resemble the deck of a ship, and through out the hotel, the metaphors for different aspects of landscape merge to create a special idiom. From the lobby to the banquet halls, the coffee shop, the bar and the rooms, each space has been thoughtfully and creatively designed to evoke a kaleidoscope of images. The rooms explore the theme of an urban safari, where the decor is essentially neutral, offset by brilliantly coloured fabrics and smartly crafted accessories in brushed steel and glass. The use of leather and rich silks and the clean lines of the furniture impart an uncluttered and elegant simplicity.

The design philosophy seeks to fuse the rich and vibrant heritage of India's traditional crafts while looking towards the future, abuzz with technological marvels and contemporary aesthetic trends that reflect the current mood of the city.

Sir Terence Conran, one of the world's leading designers, restaurateurs and retailers, addressed a select gathering at The Park, New Delhi in October 2000. A legend in the industry who has transformed the way these businesses are run, the kingpin of the Conran retail chain is a fine amalgam of many sensibilities, each complementing the other. He held the audience in thrall with his fund of knowlege on the art of retailing and restaurants.

The Apeejay Surrendra Group's commitment to the conversation of our National Heritage was underlined by the signing of a historic Memorandum od Understanding with the Archaelogical Survey of India (ASI) and the National Culture Fund (NCF). The Park Hotels

will be responsible for the conversation and Upgradation of the Jantar Mantar, a 200-year old observatory located just opposite The Park, New Delhi and which is an important landmark of the Capital.

The park bangalore organised The Park Pub Hop, a unique event in which a group of intrepid 'pub' icionados hopped from one pub to another - The Bunker, Pub World, Purple Haze after solving a series of riddles. The final halt was at 180 degree Proof, the hottest night spot in the info tech city. The Park, Bangalore promises many such happenings on its calendar once it opens its doors to visitors in its new avtar.

Channel V night at Someplace Else, The Park, New Delhi, pulsated to a different rhythm altogether as Ivan, the house DJ of Channel V, took over the floor. A vibrant bundle of energy, Ivan has recently won the DJ Championship award and the music buffs went wild as he and Tinu, the inhouse DJ at Someplace Else, played foot-stomping numbers all through the night.

Tushqua night at Someplace Else, The Park, New Delhi lived up to its promise and proved to be a lively event. Tushqa is the only DJ in India who creates live techno music. The theme for the evening wa - What else - TECHNO!!

Bacardi blast took off with a bang at Someplace Else at The Park, New Delhi. Rohit Bal, Rahul Khanna, Rohit Gandhi, Manish Arora and a host of other celebrities swung to the beat and vied for the special prizes which were sponsored by Bacardi.
 

Vj suchitra pillai All eyes were on Raima Sen, the doe-eyed grand daughter of famous actress Suchitra Sen for an unforgettable evening at Tantra, The Park, Calcutta .Guests were asked to give expression to their dreams and fantasies in catchy one liners, and Suchitra dealt with these 'mantras' with the elan of a magician, literally dancing to the tune of her guests and keeping the floor alive with music and movement.
      

A walk through any of our Hotels is like a journey through an art gallery.The experience is multi-dimentional, as art exists here im myriad forms. Each piece has been chosen with care, for its own intrinsic value as a genuine expression of creativity as well as to enhance the space. Canvasses by M.F.Hussain, Yusuf Arakkal, Altaf, Bikash Bhattacharya, Kanchan Das Gupta, Gopi kukre, Shyamal Dutta Roy. Sculptures in brass, bronze and glass. Murals,tapestries, lithographs, engravings. We expecially promote and encourage the work of artists who are on the threshold of their career, whose lines are forms arrest attention. Traditional and tribal craft co-exists happily with contemporary counterparts.

The Character of each hotel is enhanced by works of art which are unique to the region as well as those that transcend boundaries. At The Park, Calcutta, for instance, terracotta murals and panels of kantha embroidery bring in a special flavour to an otherwise modern setting. In our hotels (read galleries) whose windows look out onto the world's stage, every traveller finds his own road.