Housed across a four-story prewar structure in Philadelphiaās Rittenhouse Square, Andra Hem has debuted as an inviting hybrid concept comprising a cocktail bar on its lower levels and a pair of suites above.
New York-based designer Ghislaine ViƱas crafted Andra Hemāwhich translates to āsecond homeā in Swedishābased on the narrative of a fictitious Swedish immigrant operating a B&B. āSome of the earliest settlers in Philadelphia were the Swedish, and researching this inspired us to give the cocktail lounge and suites a decidedly Scandinavian vibe,” ViƱas says. āWe have a very unique style and vision for the lounge. We wanted it to be super cozy and special, but not worn or old. Itās not meant to be an old library, saloon, or tavern, but a space that makes you feels like you are in someone’s home.ā
Beyond a contemporary faƧade of blackened brick, deep jewel tones ensconce guests, on both floors of the cocktail lounge, in a sophisticated sexiness. On one floor, a rich jade hue wraps the walls juxtaposed by canary yellow light fixtures. Hypnotic floral wallpaper adorns ceilings and backbar, where a portrait of a lady standing in for Andra Hemās muse is the centerpiece. A sumptuous dialogue of black and gold occurs at the other bar, where ornate fixtures and soft lines radiate modernism.
Suites contrast the cocktail space with a sunny, flowery aesthetic that complements Andra Hemās overall modernist flair. Abundant daylighting accentuates white interiors layered with pastel earth tones and patterns that enliven the spaces with a Scandinavian touch.
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