The Warehouse Hotel, which occupies an iconic 1895 godown (warehouse) on the banks of Robertson Quay, engages and showcases local talent throughout—from specially designed furniture and locally inspired cuisine, to contemporary artwork and the hotel’s own guidebooks. The inspiration for the hotel’s design language came from the building itself—a unique structure from the late 19th century that stood in the midst of a hotbed of secret societies, underground activities, and liquor distilleries during this time. The meticulously restored heritage building is a proud illustration of old and new thanks to the award-winning local agency Asylum: louvre windows, cornices, and moldings stand alongside a custom-made light in the lobby made of wheels and pulleys, and tailor-made, single-unit copper wall pieces that unify the rooms by integrating everything from desk to wardrobe.