A Slick Redesign for the Smyth, a Thompson Hotel

"We set out to create a welcoming and familiar environment, which inspired us to approach the project as if it were a private home," says Christine Gachot, co-founder of the firm. Divided into the Living Room, Den, Library, and Evening Bar, the vibe is nothing if not downtown-loft-of-your-dreams. The design blends Scandinavian and American mid-century furniture in a neutral palette, with textural accents like velvety hide rugs and nubby, homey throws. The contents are at once stylish and decidedly homegrown: a gallery wall at one end of the room features art from local galleries such as Robin Rice Gallery, while designers including Brooklyn-based artisan Tara Chapas provided the furniture.