CUADROS DESIGN

Is a new-build mixed-use luxury resort in Hawaii with retail shops and an Aquaventure park. The Atlantis takes you inside a marine colossal discovery and education, complete entertainment, first-class and unique dining and shopping experience, mesmerizing Aquaventure experience, and understanding of the Hawaiian culture and values.

Concept Design: The architecture of the resort is biomorphic, fluid and modern with biophilic design principles. Building facade design of ‘perfect giant wave’ crashing on strata lava and coral stone. The interiors are modern, evoke barefoot luxury, capture Hawaiian natural geological features, along with marine sea-life reference.

Role: Owner’s Representative, Senior Design Manager

Services: Strategic Design and Planning, Development Advisory, Design Consultant Selection and Management, Design & FF&E Management, Project & Cost Management, Bidding Management, Scheduling, Value Engineering Assistance, Purchasing Firms Supervision

Owner:   Oceanwide Resort HI LLC

Location:  Oahu, Hawaii

Year: 2017- 2019

One of the most popular resorts in Maui, needed a renovation and upgrade to accommodate the demands and expectation of the modern travelers.

Concept Design: The Timeless design is serene with local influence of the ocean, sand and beach foliage come together to create a textural palette.

Role: Design Leader, Project Manager at Wimberly Interiors

Services: Interior Design

Client:  MSD Capital

Location:  Maui, Hawaii

Year: 2016

Liaised with the Mandarin Oriental Group for the new renovation plans. Developed and presented new schematic design for the VIP Lounge at MO Bar, Presidential Suite, Guestrooms, and Lifestyle Spa Shop.

Concept Design:  VIP Lounge at the MO bar inspiration was found in the classic Hong Kong’s movies glamour. For the Presidential Suite, inspiration was found in Coco Channel clean well tailored style, use of light beige, dark brown and blue. Guestrooms scheme is urban fresh minimalist.

Role: Design Director at BUZ Design

Services: Schematic Design

Client:  Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

Location:  Hong Kong

Year: 2012

The office-to-hotel conversion consisted of a new lobby with a large skylight, transforming the twin-tower office building into modern hotel rooms and suites.

Concept Design: I was inspired by the majestic desert landscape such as the Madain Saleh sandstone canyons, and the splendid Red Sea coral reef. My goal was to design a modern hotel with a ‘sense of nature’, and appreciation of the natural hidden beauty of the region.

Role: Creative Design Leader, Consultant

Services: Schematic Design

Client: Al Hokair Group

Location:  Jeddah, KSA

Year: 2014

Timeless beauty, joyful with lavish features represent the new design for the Venetian Guestrooms. A full renovation and upgrade of 3,000 guestrooms and suites.

Concept Design: I found design inspiration in the architectural details from the beautiful Moorish, Gothic and Renaissance buildings in Venice. Color palette is soft and joyful, inspired by a found Rococo painting.  Carpet design has a playful orange and taupe interlocking rings.  Bespoke elegant furnishing with a modern classic style. The custom headboard consisted of an embossed wall panel with Moorish design pattern and vinyl finish.   Bathroom walls receive a new damask wallpaper design, wet vanity and new make-up vanity both designed with Classic details.

Role: Design Director at BUZ Design

Services: Interior Design, Mock-up Rooms Review

Client:  Sands Venetian Ltd.

Location:  Cotai Strip, Macao

Year:  2013

A new-build condo hotel for the modern travelers and local residences. Located on the very popular Bayshore area in Manila.

Concept Design: Design inspiration came from local textile patterns and artisan woven baskets.   The design approach is Modern Classic, use of modern resort style furniture, and the overall interiors had a warm and inviting feel.

Role: Design Leader, Sr Project Manager at Wimberly Interiors

Services: Schematic Design

Client: Megaworld Corporation

Location:  Manila, Philippines

Year: 2016

The mission for the residential development was to offer residences that are a place to unwind, enjoy the views and feel the cool marine air.

Concept Design: Evoking the crisp, clean design of Miami South Beach, curated with minimalist furnishings, inspiration found in the Persian sea shore colors design and modern interior architecture.

Role: Design Leader, Consultant

Services: Schematic Design

Client: TDIC

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Year: 2014

New-build modern ski resort and residences.

Concept Design: Inspiration found in mid-century modern architecture and ski cabins. Use of local materials, layered with local textiles and natural finishes.

Role: Senior Project Designer at HBA

Services: Schematic Design

Client: Momentum Steamboat LLC

Location:  Steamboat Springs, Colorado

Year: 2008

New upscale beach resort.

Concept Design: Inspired from the coastal elements, sea creature and cultural values of the region. Color scheme is bright and joyful. Mountain concept is inspired from natural elements found in mountains, colors are warmer and darker tones.

Role: Design Consultant

Services: Schematic Design

Client: Zixiang Heaven of Ningbo Urban Investment Co. Ltd.

Location:  Ningbo, China

Year: 2011

A new-build luxury residential development in Los Cabos, Mexico.

Concept Design: Inspiration found in the regional natural elements of desert, sand and ocean. Use of local artisans to create texture and authenticity Mexican artwork. Mid-century modern architecture, curated with minimalist furnishing, local art and accessories. Beach residences evoke calm, comfort and sense of place.

Role: Design Consultant

Services: Interior Design

Client:  Undisclosed

Location:  Los Cabos, Mexico

Year: 2009

One of the most exclusive properties in the Bahamas. The original plantation estate converted into a hotel won the Commitment to Quality Award in 2004. The scope of work consisted of new luxurious oceanfront beach villas, lifestyle retail shop, and conference center.

Concept Design: A Timeless Casual Beach design scheme with a flair of Balinese for the finishes, colors and fabrics. A second Timeless British Colonial design scheme was also introduced for one of the villas.

Role: Design Leader, Project Manager at Barry Design Associates

Services: Interior Design

Client:  Kerzner International

Location:  Paradise Island, Bahamas

Year: 2004

Is a new-built resort & Spa with a lavish golf course. The new property under Starwood Hotels became one of the most popular resorts in the Southwest region.

Concept Design: Inspired by the impressive Arizona landscape with its distinctive features such as the Grand Canyon, sand dunes, and petrified forest trees.   For the interior architecture, I found inspiration on Ricardo Legorreta’s modern architectural style known for his emphasis on earthy colors, lengthy corridors and elegant volumes.  The Lobby is a modern interpretation of the Grand Canyon.  To complement the interior architecture, our design team selected oversize craftsmanship furniture, some hint of Southwestern native textiles and modern pieces.  

Role: Senior Designer, Project Manager at Barry Design Associates

Services: Interior Design, Mock-up Rooms Review, Construction Administration

Client:  Woodbine Southwest Development

Location:  Scottsdale, Arizona

Year: 2002

Provided interior design consulting services for an international architectural design firm in Dubai.  Services for the renovation included space planning, interior architecture and design, material and FF&E selection, and lighting design direction.

Concept Design: Inspiration reference from the Vida hotel in Dubai, white color palette with various textures and finishes.

Role: Creative Design Leader, Consultant

Services: Schematic Design

Client:  Muzoon Holdings

Location:  Dubai, UAE

Year:  2014

London International Airport is the busiest airport in Europe.  The existing office building, to be converted into a hotel, is located in Hayes near the airport. 

Concept Design: A modern industrial design approach with a hint of British retro. Inspiration originated from the city hard working community, known for the second industrial revolution in England.

Role: Design Director at BUZ Design

Services: Project Management, Schematic Design

Client: Hospitality Solutions

Location:  Hayes, UK

Year: 2013

New villas, luxury vacation residences and public areas, and the clubhouse.   Similar to Miami Beach in the United States, Hainan Island is located on the lowest southern area of the country.

Concept Design: For the design approach, we were inspired by the Art Deco and late modern architecture found in South Beach Miami.   It is relaxed, minimalist with a synthesis of glamour.

Role: Design Director at BUZ Design

Services: Interior Design, Residence Models Review

Client:  Citic Group

Location:  Hainan Island, China

Year: 2012

A new pop-up cafe at one of the busiest locations in Cotai Central to capture the visitors and shoppers.

Concept Design: An ultra modern design concept for this café venue was developed.  The ‘birdcage’ design feature evolved from the existing design of the Cotai Central with its tropical South Asian forest.

Role: Design Director at BUZ Design

Services: Interior Design

Client:  Sands China Ltd.

Location:  Cotai Strip, Macau

Year: 2012

The destination resort was awarded as one of the top 25 hotels in the Southwest  region by Conde Nast Traveler.    The impressive Moroccan-themed Spa Facility is recognized as the top spa Worldwide by Spa Magazine.   Under my leadership, we recreated a sensational Andalusian  retreat for guests to enjoy near the Camelback Mountain in Scottsdale, Arizona. 

Concept Design: The owner was inspired by the enchanted experience in his many trips to the Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain.  I led the design team to translate that marvelous vision by crafting the Andalusian architecture in our design scheme, incorporated elaborate geometrical Moorish details, and many found antique pieces from the furniture and artifact shops in Southern Spain. 

Role: Design Director , Consultant

Services:  Interior Design, Mock-up Room Review

Client: Crown Realty & Development

Location:  Scottsdale, Arizona

Year: 2008

Design for a new-build mixed-use hotel, spa center, function rooms, casino and retail areas in the upcoming South American vibrant city.

Concept Design:  Inspiration was found in the fast city growth and its visitors. Design approach is modern, elegant and playful with an international flair.

Role: Design Leader, Consultant

Services: Concept Design, Master Planning

Client:  Atton Hotel Group

Location:  Lima, Peru

Year: 2015

A renovation of the existing Portofino Restaurant at the world famous Venetian Macao Resort Hotel. 

Concept Design: Found the inspiration on the old fishing town of Portofino in Italy.   We recreated a typical Italian piazza scene with a beautiful wall water fountain, new decorative railing, café style seating, mural walls, stone flooring, and a new trompe l’oeil ceiling depicting the famous sunsets in Portofino.  Additional scope of works were a new bar concept, the Spirito Lounge, and new terrace seating.

Role: Design Director at BUZ Design

Services: Interior Design

Client:  Sands Venetian Ltd.

Location:   Cotai Strip, Macau

Year: 2013

The popular Bellini Lounge received an upgraded fresh design with A/V amenities and interactive digital cocktail tables for full entertainment.   

Concept Design: The design inspiration came from the Bellini drink itself.  Cheerful, bubbly, casual, and ultra modern will result on a fresh mix for the bar lounge venue. 

Role: Design Director at BUZ Design

Services: Interior Design

Client: Venetian Macau Ltd.

Location: Cotai Strip, Macau

Year: 2013

Set in Yantarnaya, Kaliningrad, the Amberland city is a new entertainment development that includes VIP hotels, casinos, marina and water parks, sports arena and other entertainment facilities.

Concept Design: Inspired by the famous Amber room in Russia, the design approach for this Casino Hotel was to reinvent the original Amber room with a modern classic interior architecture, chic and fashionable.   Introduced tufted leather, velvet curtains, trompe l’oeil dome ceilings, back-lit onyx feature elements, marble floors and mosaics, venetian plaster walls, and elaborate patterns and textures through out.

Role: Creative Design Leader, Consultant

Services: Interior Design

Client:  Naga Corporation

Location:  Kaliningrad, Russia

Year: 2014

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The existing hotel received a fresh design and upgrade to attract more international travelers. Scope of work consisted of renovating the guestroom and suites, circular executive lounge, spa and beauty salon, ballroom and Spa.

Concept Design: More modern hotel rooms and public areas with local Chinese design elements.

Role: Design Director at BUZ Design

Services: Schematic Design

Location:   Wuxan, China

Year: 2013

A new hotel guest tower to provide accommodation to the future casino visitors.  Design plans included a large Spa Center, Outdoor Olympic size Swimming Pool, and Function rooms.

Concept Design: The design inspiration was found in the ceremonial cultural values from the Auburn Indian Community such as in the materials used for clothing and baskets, local wild fruits, herbs and nuts such as acorn. 

Role: Sr Project Manager, Sr Designer at Wilson Associates

Services: Interior Design, Mock-up Room

Client:  United Auburn Indian Community

Location:  Lincoln, California

Year: 2007

The hurricane damage property received a new design and upgrade to bring it back to the competitive lodge market in Daytona Beach. The new interiors are more resort like, casual and inviting.

Concept: Inspired by the Caribbean lifestyle, island design elements were introduced to create a very casual and relaxing setting through-out the public areas.  

Role: Design Leader, Sr Project Manager at Barry Design Associates

Services: Interior Design

Client:  Pyramid Hotel Group

Location:   Daytona Beach, Florida

Year: 2004

Achieved complete renovation of the fire-damaged property with a limited budget. New restaurant received a new kitchen, upgraded interiors, new branded look, and exterior building design.

Concept Design: The inspiration for the tapas bar restaurant was to bring Old-world Spanish charm design elements, artsy and Latin flair with rich warm color tones.

Role: Creative Design Leader, Owner’s Representation, Consultant

Services: Design and Project Management, Interior Design, FF&E and Kitchen Equipment Procurement, Budget Management

Client: Santino’s Restaurants

Location: Santa Monica

Year: 2010

The design brief from our client was to turn these suites into a more sophisticated and residential chambers with a limited budget for a refurbishment.

Concept Design: Inspired by Versace’s bold colors of gold, black and a flare of red. The outcome was a residential and elegant suite with upgraded finishes.

Role: Design Director at BUZ Design

Services: Interior Design

Client:  Sands China Ltd.

Location:  Macao

Year: 2012

Proposed Planning and Concept Design for the new build luxury residences in Macau.

Role: Design Director at BUZ Design

Services: Planning & Concept Design

Client:  Lan Kwai Fong

Location:  Macau

Year: 2012

Curvilinear forms in the space act as layers of sea foam rolling in upon the sands. Each break upon the sands. Each break upon the shoreline leaves an organic and shape, never repeating itself. Light filtered through these sea-inspired forms.

Role: Design Leader

Services: Interior Design

Client:  Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe

Location:  Massachusetts

Year: 2015

The Mandara Spa at the JW Marriott Hotel in Cairo is one of the largest Spa and Wellness Centers in the world. The two levels cover roughly 80,000 square feet. The Spa offers Changing Rooms, Massage Treatment rooms, Watsu Pool, Hamman Massage Treatment, Indoor and Outdoor Pools, and Relaxation Rooms.

Concept Design: The interior architecture was inspired by the Egyptian, Greek-Roman architecture. Millwork design uses the local geometrical carving on wood and stone. Finishes are elegant, fabrics are a blend of local arabesque design patterns with Balinese elaborate design.

Role: Project Manager at Barry Design Associates

Services: Interior Design

Client: Mirage Hotels Corporation

Location: Cairo

Year: 2003