Designer Anita Degen of Seattle-based Degen & Degen married the Courtyard and Residence Inn brands in a vibrant design.

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In the lobby, a 30-foot atrium space boasts a mezzanine and a framed catwalk.

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Dark lounges and high-back chairs add to a stylish setting.

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The two brands share the lobby and elevator core, and the front desk and reception fall into brand neutral zones.

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The modern, energetic aesthetic uses bright color accents on a background of dark wood, reflective chrome accents, and white terrazzo.

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“The rooms are more spacious, and they feel familiar and more upscale than the Courtyard,” Degen says of the Residence Inn.

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In contrast, the Residence Inn brand is geared toward the extended-stay executive.

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Dark walnut wood, high polished stone, deep purple tones, and reflective surfaces such as chrome and crystal accents create a more deluxe atmosphere in the Residence Inn.

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Courtyard’s 174 rooms are designed with, a younger, hipper aesthetic—casual but smart with lighter woods, minimalistic styling, and bright orange accents.

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