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A New Orleans Hotel Inspired by Traditional Southern Guest Houses

03.09.23 | By
A New Orleans Hotel Inspired by Traditional Southern Guest Houses

Maison de la Luz is a boutique hotel located in New Orleans, Louisiana, conceived by Atelier Ace. The establishment was inspired by traditional Southern guest houses, and features an environment of effortless sophistication and luxury. The guest house, which was designed in partnership with Studio Shamshiri, offers 67 private rooms filled with quiet Southern design typologies.

Maison de la Luz's front desk with dedicated and knowledgeable concierges.

The building that houses Maison de la Luz was an Italianate style structure with a rich history within the city. It served as the City Hall annex for nearly 50 years from its construction in 1908 until 1957. Despite its historical significance, the design team successfully transformed the 55,464-square-foot building into an exclusive guest house while maintaining its original charm.

The guest house offers an airy and serene breakfast room, a private living room, and a secret salon connected to Bar Marilou, providing guests with a unique and unorthodox experience matched by its historical aesthetic and ambiance.

Luxurious guest room at Maison de la Luz with elegant décor a

An exterior photo of Maison de la Luz, a historic Italianate building with an intricate façade

Maison de la Luz's Italianate façade with its rich historical significance to the city of New Orleans.

Luxurious guest room at Maison de la Luz with elegant décor and a comfortable bed

Bathtub within the guest room at Maison de la Luz

Bathroom interior of the guest room at Maison de la Luz

Bathroom interior of the guest room at Maison de la Luz

Photos by Stephen Kent Johnson.

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