Rubell Hotels Completes Restortation of Maryland's Historic Lord Baltimore Hotel

Built in 1928

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. March 25, 2014

BALTIMORE - March 25, 2014 - The Lord Baltimore Hotel, one of the crowning architectural jewels of Baltimore, Md. when it was built in 1928, has been restored by Rubell Hotels through a complete transformation in which every surface has been touched by craftsmen, artisans, artists and designers to bring the hotel back to life. The grand French Renaissance landmark features 23 stories comprised of 440 guest rooms and suites, more than 20.000 square feet of event space, several dining and lounging spaces, one of the city's only rooftop event spaces, and more. The landmark hotel is included in the National Register of Historic Places and is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Rubell Hotels, a family-owned business well known for transforming architecturally significant historic hotels into affordable cultural hubs, acquired the property in March 2013. Interior designer Scott Sanders, formerly the lead interior designer at Ralph Lauren, who specializes in distinctive residential and commercial interiors for notable clients and properties, spearheaded the design, which typifies his "New American Style."

Upon entering the grand lobby, guests feel as if they are in a "social living room," complete with a massive gold Murano glass chandelier, towering glossy white columns and intimate groupings of mid-century inspired lounge seating. Complimentary high-speed internet is available throughout the hotel as are 50" high-definition televisions with 60 complimentary HD channels. The LB Tavern, just off of the lobby, is a communal gathering space where guests can enjoy cocktails in a library-like setting. Seven large, multi-colored Candida Hofer photographs of libraries of the world, on loan from the Rubell Family Collection's museum in Miami, are featured throughout this space, and additional lounge seating gives this corner of the hotel a chic and sophisticated atmosphere.

440 guest rooms and suites feature dark wood tones with clean lines, contemporary art, velvet drapes and plush mattresses. Every guest room includes complimentary high-speed internet, a television with 60 HD channels, refrigerator, coffee maker, digital safe and bedside charging station. Four penthouses overlook the Lord Baltimore's two rooftop areas, which feature a panoramic view of downtown Baltimore. The rooftop gardens and penthouses are available for private events.

The Lord Baltimore's updated Calvert Ballroom highlights the space's original scenic murals, crystal Baccarat chandeliers, and six balconies, which are symbolic of the six Lords Baltimore.

The Lord Baltimore Hotel features unparalleled dining options including its signature restaurant, French Kitchen, which offers classic French fare in contemporary preparations. Additionally, guests can enjoy the LB Bakery, a contemporary take on a small-town American coffee house, featuring house-made breads, pastries, salads and sandwiches.

Art exhibitions are planned throughout the public spaces and will highlight local, national and global artwork. Additionally, the hotel will feature a signature gift shop, SideShow, an outpost of the American Visionary Art Museum's museum shop.

The Rubell family - whose Rubell Family Collection in Miami is widely acknowledged as one of the top contemporary art museums in the world - is known for its talent in discovering emerging artists, emerging cities, architectural gems, and emerging neighborhoods. They often invest deeply in areas they feel have strong cultural potential, and their transformation of the Lord Baltimore Hotel indicates the beginning of what is sure to be a long-term commitment to the cultural life of Baltimore.

On Thursday, March 27, the Lord Baltimore Hotel will hold an official ribbon cutting ceremony at 7:30am featuring Baltimore City Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake, Baltimore City Councilman William Cole and other dignitaries.

About Lord Baltimore Hotel

The Lord Baltimore Hotel, the iconic grand dame of Baltimore, has been brought back to it full grandeur and glory. Rubell Hotels has reimagined this classic landmark for a new generation of travellers.

The Lord Baltimore was originally built in 1928 by architect William Stoddard. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and was visited by Martin Luther King, Jr. among a host of other historic luminaries. It is a 23-story, 440-room property in the heart of downtown Baltimore, Maryland with 20,000 square-feet of ballroom and meeting space and the historic Calvert Ballroom, which has hosted over 80 years of Baltimore society events.

Rubell Hotels acquired the Lord Baltimore Hotel in March 2013 and immediately embarked on a multi-million dollar top-to-bottom renovation. New York designer Scott Sanders, formerly of the Ralph Lauren interior design department, was brought on for the redesign. Sanders, who has worked with Rubell Hotels on numerous other projects, including the acclaimed Beach House Bal Harbour, has brought a modern private-club aesthetic to both the oversized hotel rooms and the impressive public spaces. He has reimagined every inch of the hotel, including the 10,000 square-foot grand Calvert Ballroom; the French Kitchen, a modern French bistro housed in the famous Versailles Room; the LB Tavern, an iconic lobby bar, and the LB Bakery, a contemporary coffee house filled with freshly baked goods.