Robert DeNiro is a major proponent and believer in the greatness of New York City and for his latest statement, he opened a boutique hotel on the cobblestone streets of Tribeca. With 88 rooms, of which no two are furnished alike, in room check in, delivery of your hometown newspaper, and refrigerators stocked with your favorite snacks, the Greenwich Hotel makes you feel more at home than you might feel in your own actual home. As if these details were not enough, the hotel spa is a gem hidden downstairs and made available to guests only. As you descend from the lobby, notice the way each tread underfoot radiates and how the railing in your hand is as smooth as silk, you wonder who created this fabulous staircase? You guessed it…

When designing the spa, an ultimate rejuvenation of the mind, body, and soul for patrons was the singular focus. The concept included a lantern-lit swimming pool, a ceiling made from the roof of a 250-year-old wood and bamboo Japanese farmhouse, and detailing by us. The staircase, cabinetry, and doors were designed by John to straddle the contemporary and the ancient and it truly works. If you have the privilege to indulge in treatments in this haven of relaxation, please take a moment to focus on your surroundings and appreciate the beauty that surrounds you.