The AC Hotel Kingston brings luxury and island relaxation to Jamaica’s business and entertainment center – New Kingston.
With a mission to create a space catering to both business and leisure travelers, the hotel harmonizes with its surroundings to provide welcoming spaces for relaxation and productivity. Along with 220 guest rooms and suites, the 7-story hotel features a gourmet restaurant, outdoor pool and bar and conference center.
The new 148,000 SF hotel is located on five acres of Caribbean greenery amidst a mixed-use development in the Jamaica House neighborhood of Kingston. The property features a promenade connecting the hotel to car rental facilities, salons, event and entertainment spaces and restaurants.
Efficient MEP system design
The EXP team focused on design of efficient mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. The property is 100% backed up on an emergency generator. Domestic hot water is heated by solar power and a 44,000-gallon water storage tank serves the domestic water and fire water service. Design also brought capability to add 58kW of photovoltaic solar panels in the future.
Complementing island beauty with lighting design
The intentional and cutting-edge lighting design for the AC Hotel Kingston provides an elevated ambiance throughout the hotel. Lighting designers worked to blend functionality with the vibrant and lush island surroundings. Using cove lighting and linear light sources, the lighting complements the interior design and architectural story of pushing and pulling volumes. Some light fixtures are concealed, while others are exposed to emphasize the linear wood slats and architectural forms. Lighting designers used warm white lighting to create a welcoming ambiance at the lobby and bar.
In the pool deck and outdoor areas, lighting makes the outdoor space functional and inviting even at night, with illuminated pathways and landscaping. The pool deck features a unique lighting pattern that crosses the façade. Lighting designers also incorporated accent lighting on sculptures and artwork to create dynamic shadows.
Services
Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Lighting Design