When it came time to remodel the interior atrium of the prestigious London, England-based Claridge’s Hotel, the design team sought something visually stimulating and unique. After some consideration, it was decided to use three-dimensional, pyramid-shaped mother-of-pearl white tiles with a glossy finish from Italian tile manufacturer Ceramica Senio. The tiles were in a 2 1/2 – x 10-inch format.
“[We wanted to reclad the Victorian 1920’s facade to provide a seamless link with the new four-story extension,” said Derek Whetton of DW Consultancy Limited, who worked in collaboration with Arups and Blair Associates. “The tile was chosen to reflect the natural light and to add a shimmering effect with the refraction through the water on the glazed roof.”