The Chancery Rosewood has opened its doors in London. The all-suite property welcomes eight restaurants and bars, an expansive Asaya Spa, with 144 suites and communal spaces designed by French interiors architect Joseph Dirand.
Set within the historic former U.S Embassy on Grosvenor Square, British architect Sir David Chipperfield led an architectural restoration of the Grade II listed building, transforming it into a vibrant destination that ushers in a new chapter for the property.
The building, originally designed by Finnish-American architect Eero Saarinen in 1960, has been developed by Qatari Diar Europe LLP, maintaining its status as one of the capital’s most notable architectural masterpieces. Its gilded eagle sculpture, crafted from B-52 bomber aluminium by Theodore Roszak, overlooks the greenery of Grosvenor Square and a skyline of London landmarks.
The building’s distinctive angular, original diagrid exterior gives way to interiors of refined sophistication, where sleek modern lines meet plush textures. Each of the 144 suites reflects Dirand’s vision of celebrating craftsmanship and the property’s storied past to create a calming and inviting atmosphere.
Bathed in natural light from the floor-to-ceiling windows that frame city views, the transformation stands as a testament to timeless elegance and innovation, with a colour palette of warm tones punctuated with gold anodised aluminium accents that complement the building’s original stone facade.
The luxury accommodation types include junior suites, suites, signature suites and houses – the largest accommodation at The Chancery Rosewood, complete with views of Mayfair, Hyde Park or the London skyline, and named for prominent American figures linked to the history of the building, including the John Adams House, Kennedy House and the Chancery House.
Sitting atop the property on the seventh floor is the hotel’s two penthouses – Charles House and Elizabeth House. Each comes with a landscaped terrace, a dining area for ten, fully equipped kitchen and bar area, as well as master bedrooms complete with a grand marble bathtub.
The property also boasts an art concierge and 700 pieces of both contemporary and classical art from emerging and established artists alike, selected by London-based art consultancy, Cramer & Bell, with each piece selected for how it celebrates the story of The Chancery Rosewood. The hotel’s artwork features a rich tapestry of mediums and subject matters, each central to the space, complementing the interior scheme and architecture.
Artists have been commissioned to create artwork for certain spaces, including British painter Sir Christopher Le Brun whose art can be found above the main fireplace; multidisciplinary textile designer Sussy Cazalet with a series of pieces found in the Entrance Hall; and Anthony Grace who created 278 pieces of artwork for the hotel’s guest suites, relating to US landmarks, past Presidents and the design achievements of Eero Saarinen.
In addition, The Chancery Rosewood boasts a 1119m2 Asaya Spa designed by Yabu Pushelberg, featuring a fitness centre, swimming pool, sauna, steam room, relaxation areas and five treatment rooms.
The hotel’s event space caters to all sizes, with spaces including a Grand Ballroom with capacity for up to 750 guests, two Salons and a Foyer, a Pavillion Bar and Lounge and West Pavillion.
