OBM International (OBMI), was appointed by developers Hotelco, to create the Master Plan and Architectural Design for the resort. OBMI created a Master Plan with the intent to deliver a mix of sophistication, sustainability and sense of place. The St. Regis is expected to be an economic stimulus and will assist in the revitalization of the Old Town.

The Strategy

The design of the main hotel complex is divided into three blocks. Each Block, will comprise of five floors, capped with white roofs that pay homage to the Bermuda’s architectural landscape.

Block A: At the north side of the property and closest in proximity to Fort. St. Catherine, will house the resort’s amenities including a luxury spa, state-of-the-art fitness center, pool bar, a kid’s area and retail services.  Unique to Block A are the featured hotel rooms on the ground floor. Guests who occupy first level rooms, will be able to enjoy direct access to green spaces, adults-only pool, and eye-level views of the extended ocean vistas beyond

Block B: Positioned at the center of the three blocks, will be the heart of the resort. It is situation on the highest point with exclusive views. As a result, the arrival experience provides the “Instagram moment” and wow factor as guests enter the grand lobby embraced by spectacular ocean views. Also found on this level is a lounge & bar, the golf pro shop, and a terrace leading to the St. Regis signature restaurant Bistro Laurent Tourondel on the first floor below. Block B will also house the lavish Presidential Suite offering expansive ocean views.

Block C: Will sit on the southern side of the hotel complex, closes to Fort Albert. This block holds three floors of guestrooms, while the lower level accommodates the ballroom positioned to enjoy views to ocean and direct access to the event lawn and pool amenity deck. The refurbished, over-water dock was designed with lounge areas perfect for tranquil moments or special events  Conference facilities and a multi-use entertainment space, will also be located on this floor.

The Residences

Construction of the first of seven residential blocks is well underway. OBMI designed a five story condominium offering breathtaking views and luxurious appointments. Each St. Regis branded residence will range from 2,279 sq. ft up to 4,693 sq. ft. With only three units per floor, each will offer spacious and contemporary designs. The penthouse suites located on the fifth floor, will each boast a private plunge pool overlooking the ocean.

The Grounds

The grounds of the resort will be perfectly manicured, and showcase the natural beauty of Bermuda’s native and endemic flora and fauna. The reinstated 18-hole golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones, will feature pristine greens and spectacular views.  A great deal of consideration was also given to the environment. This was clearly illustrated by the use of recycled glass being crushed and lined in the bunkers and through-out the greens of the golf course.  The initiative not only improved the water drainage along the course, but also matched the islands recycling and sustainability initiative.