The historic Hotel Du Pont in Wilmington, Delaware has reopened its signature restaurant, the Green Room, following renovations at the hand of Philadelphia-based Stokes Architecture + Design. Renamed Le Cavalier at the Green Room, the refreshed F&B space maintains its Old World splendor while also introducing notes of modernity.
In order to find the perfect balance between old and new, design director Lance Saunders collaborated with a local historical consultant. Original details, including a hand-clipped Italian marble mosaic tile floor, were unearthed during the renovation. Custom oak-framed stained-glass window screens now accent the theatrical windows in place of heavy drapery, while faux candlesticks in chandeliers are replaced with opal glass globes reminiscent of the Victorian Era. A new 13-seat custom bar with a warmly illuminated bottle display and custom clock also adorns Le Cavalier, while banquettes composed of stained wood, marble, leather, velvet, and bentwood are installed against new textured wallpaper. Hospitality Design is pleased to provide complimentary white papers on a variety of design retail topics. We hope you’ll find this industry information meaningful and insightful. Please place a check mark next to each PDF you’d like to sign up for. Check back soon for a new industry white paper!