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Interior Designer: Suzanne Garuda

Architect: Consarc

Hotel Group: Andras Group

Construction: MSM Construction

Garuda Design has completed the transformation of The Marcus Tapestry Collection Hotel in Portrush, breathing new life into one of the town’s most recognisable Victorian landmarks while creating a boutique destination inspired by exploration, imagination and local storytelling. Occupying the historic Londonderry Hotel building on Northern Ireland’s dramatic North Atlantic coastline, the new 80 bedroom hotel celebrates the property’s rich heritage while delivering a contemporary hospitality experience.

Tasked with restoring the building’s original character, Garuda Design looked beyond a traditional coastal aesthetic, instead drawing inspiration from Portrush’s maritime history, Victorian architecture and local culture. Existing architectural features were carefully preserved and enhanced, allowing the building’s historic identity to remain central while introducing refined contemporary comfort throughout.

The refurbishment includes guest bedrooms, reception, lounge, bar and restaurant spaces, creating a seamless journey from arrival to departure. Bespoke artwork and commissioned wall graphics tell stories of the coastline, local landmarks and seafaring heritage, encouraging guests to discover something new as they move through the hotel. Rich timber detailing, handcrafted joinery, layered lighting and tactile materials combine with a carefully balanced palette to create interiors that feel welcoming, authentic and timeless.

A distinctive feature of the project is Marcus, a fictional adventurer whose imagined travels shape the personality of the hotel. Comic inspired artwork, curated artefacts and playful design details create an engaging narrative that brings character and individuality to the interiors. The bespoke feature artwork within the restaurant provides a memorable focal point, reinforcing the hotel’s sense of discovery.

Garuda Design also ensured the hotel would appeal to both visitors and the local community by creating flexible social spaces, including an inviting bar and comfortable lounges that encourage guests to linger. By balancing heritage with contemporary design, Garuda Design has created a hotel where every space has its own identity while remaining connected through a consistent and thoughtfully crafted design language.