The Ritz Carlton, San Francisco

Stepping into the lobby lounge at The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco used to be like entering a time warp, says EDG Interior Architecture + Design president and ceo Jennifer Johanson...

Designers also beefed up the lounge’s bar. Previously, drinks within the space were served from a decorative table along one wall. That’s been replaced by a full-scale bar featuring a white-marble top and a burgundy-colored acrylic front that’s equipped with LED backlighting. “The bar gives the hotel a working platform where it can feature its signature teas, along with a more prominent and permanent liquor display,” says Johanson...