2011 News <<Back

THE JOHN HARDY GROUP TO PROVIDE PROJECT MANAGENMENT FOR NAPLES RITZ-CARLTON RENOVATION

ATLANTA – (March 9) The John Hardy Group (JHG), an Atlanta-based hospitality development and development services consulting firm, recently began the initial design process for a $2 million renovation to The Ritz-Carlton in Naples, FL.

In mid-October, JHG started planning for the renovation. Construction is scheduled to complete in late-September 2011.  Architecture and interior design services will be provided by tvsdesign. Benjamin West will be the purchasing agent for the project.

The renovation will include pre-function corridors, meeting rooms including the boardroom and public restrooms totaling approximately 18,000 square feet of space.

Finishes such as carpet and wall coverings as well as art work will be replaced during the renovation. Meeting rooms will also receive audio visual and technology upgrades. Improved sound and lighting systems will be installed in meeting rooms.

"We appreciate the opportunity to work with The John Hardy Group once again on such a beautiful property.  We are glad to play a part in helping provide the Owner and Ritz Carlton the best possible meeting experience for their guests."

About tvsdesign

tvsdesign is a global design firm with more than 40 years of experience in planning, architecture and interior design. With offices in Chicago, Atlanta, Dubai and Shanghai, tvsdesign specializes in convention center hotels and four and five star luxury resorts. tvsdesign has garnered some of the industry’s most prestigious awards including the American Institute of Architects Firm Award and numerous sustainable accolades for LEED certified projects.  www.tvsdesign.com.

About Benjamin West

Benjamin West is one of the hospitality industries largest FF&E and OS&E purchasing firms and has earned an unparalleled reputation for cost effective, industry-leading results. The firm provides a full range of purchasing services, including specification bidding, global sourcing, technical analysis, code compliance, and financial management for hotels in the mid-market, upscale and luxury segments. Benjamin West has offices in Boulder, Chicago, Dallas, Hong Kong and London, with a staff over 40 who possess dedicated FF&E and OS&E purchasing expertise. The company has grown internationally to meet global hotel expansion and to increase our worldwide sourcing and vendor resources.  http://www.benjaminwest.com