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AVALON NEW YORK CITY DESCRIPTION
Avalon
Avalon, the former Limelight, has been transformed into one of
the most cutting edge nightclubs in the world. Out of the ashes
of the previous church, a modern club design combined with state
of the art sound and lighting systems has developed.
The design concept was to create a modern intervention within
the existing church space, a landmark building in NYC. The
owners and the designers freferred to the projects such as the
Musee D'Orsay and the Museum of Natural History in Paris for
inspiration, historic structures in which new and very modern
designs were floated inside. It was the intention to highlight
the breathtaking architectural elements of the original church
building, such as the stone walls and the soaring gothic arhes,
and then float modern elements within, creating a tenuous but
strong connection between the new and the old. New elements are
articulated as slick "skins" which peel away from the original
walls of the building.
The primary design focus was to create five different
experiences for the club-goer:
Discovery - these are about places in between, that take one
though one space to another.
Seduction - these are spaces that are sexy, cool, and are
comfortable and safe areas to check out the crowd.
Fantasy - these spaces transport one into a whimsical, fantasy
landscape.
Escape - these are lounge areas where one can get away and
relax, have a conversation and chill out.
Energy - these areas are the heart of the club and are about
dancing, light, and sound.
Spider Club
Spider Club is located in the east end of the club, and aims to
be NYC's most exclusive VIP club. The theme is modern simplicity
mixed with some Moroccan flair. There is a total of three rooms,
including two intimate lounges and a third floor dance floor. |