Corinthia Rome Shortlisted in AHEAD Europe Awards 2026
We are incredibly proud to announce that our work on our most recent project, Corinthia Rome has been shortlisted in AHEAD Europe Awards 2026.
To have Corinthia Rome shortlisted in two distinct categories at AHEAD Europe is a deeply rewarding milestone for our team at GA. These nominations are especially meaningful to us because they celebrate two spaces designed with entirely different energies, heritage challenges, and functional purposes, yet seamlessly bound together by a single, cohesive narrative.
Ocra Bar
Our design concept for the Ocra Bar was envisioned as a speakeasy-style destination, tucked just below ground level to create an intimate, cocooning atmosphere. The space is defined by a contemporary ceiling treatment that playfully reinterprets classical frescoes through a modern lens—adorned with shimmering gold glass mosaics that catch the light like scattered coins, a subtle reference to the building’s heritage as a former banking headquarters.
The Theodoli Suite
In contrast, the Theodoli Suite presented the unique challenge of breathing new life into the bank’s former chamber of directors. As a listed historical space, our approach focused on thoughtfully respecting the existing structural grandeur while layering modern, bespoke elements on top to contemporarise the suite into a serene, high-luxury sanctuary.
About Corinthia Rome
Set within a restored historic neoclassical building overlooking Piazza del Parlamento - the former seat of the Central Bank of Italy - Corinthia Rome marks the luxury brand's debut in Italy. Combining the infrastructure and amenities of a grand hotel with the intimacy of a 60-room boutique residence, the property features guest rooms and suites, destination dining wrapping around a central garden, a spa, and rooftop amenities. Corinthia Rome balances timeless Italian heritage and craftsmanship with contemporary luxury in the heart of the Eternal City.
About AHEAD and Sleeper Magazine
Organised by leading hospitality design publication Sleeper, the AHEAD Awards (Awards for Hospitality Experience and Design) are the industry's premier global celebration of outstanding hotel design. Evaluated by a panel of international hospitality leaders, architects, and developers, the awards celebrate the design journey, guest experience, and aesthetic exceptionalism across regional hospitality projects. Winners of the Europe region will be announced on November 26, 2026, in London.