New Orleans, LA
New Orleans’ World Trade Center, a National Register Historic building that once served as the headquarters for the trade organization, sat unused for years, despite its prime location and modernist history. The City chose developers Carpenter & Company and Woodward Interests for the historic redevelopment of the dilapidated property into a destination luxury property with a revitalized Mississippi riverfront featuring new public attractions.
A distinguishing element of the original building is the louvered façade. While this made sense in its original use, that feature now obstructs views. The louvered panels are being removed and restored in keeping with national and local historic guidelines, and will remain a distinguishing element of the lower levels. In order to meet the programmatic needs of the hotel and residences, a new podium at street level has been integrated into the historic tower. Its form was derived from a desire to strengthen urban connections, create urban-scale outdoor rooms and was inspired by the arc of the Mississippi in this part of The Crescent City.
The new design transforms the obsolete office building using opulent five-star finishes and amenities. However, more than just a new luxury building, a cornerstone of the development features public attractions including roof-top cupola transformed into a cultural celebration of Louisiana’s heritage, a panoramic observation deck, extensive landscaped paths and gardens, outdoor dining venues and a new ferry terminal.
410000sf
250000sf
335
92
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34th floor
This project should make the people of New Orleans proud as it returns this unmistakable part of our skyline back into commerce. 2 Canal Street will once again be a world-class space for a world-class city.
Mitch Landrieu, former Mayor, New Orleans
Louisiana Landmarks Society
International Hotel & Property Awards
ENR Texas & Louisiana
The Architect's Newspaper - June 22,2021
CambridgeSeven's dramatic renovation of this historic New Orleans tower is about to be unveiled.
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Robb Report - August 17, 2021
The Robb Report got the first glimpse into NOLA's newest luxury hotel - The Four Seasons designed by CambridgeSeven
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ENR Texas and Louisiana - March 30, 2020
An in-depth discussion of the design and engineering challenges overcome by the project team in transforming this unlikely former office building into the luxury Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences on the New Orleans riverfront.
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