The Ahead Awards recognizes projects of rigorous and appropriate design that contribute to the guest experience.
2021
“The big winner of the night was the NoMad London which won eight awards and the coveted judges Ultimate Accolade.”
NoMad London – Ultimate Accolade (Global Winner, 2021)
NoMad London – Hotel Conversion (Global Winner, 2021)
NoMad London – Event Space (Global Winner, 2021)
NoMad London – Hotel of the Year (Europe Winner, 2021)
“A standout project overall,” an “enchanting conversion piecing together incredible architecture” and “the most comprehensively impressive project”
NoMad London – Hotel Conversion (Europe Winner, 2021)
A fully functional, beautifully designed conversion of a historic, grade II-listed building “Complex works went into turning this exceptional building into a highly functional hotel”
NoMad London – Event Spaces (Europe Winner, 2021)
The setting and design radiate a “transportive, dramatic, bold” atmosphere which answers to the “new customer experience.” An “exceptional”, “spectacular” and “breathtaking” hand painted mural takes centre stage.
NoMad London – Lobby & Public Spaces (Europe Winner, 2021)
“Delivering a guest journey of discovery with strong individual spaces leading to one another.” Every space is “well used and dedicated” whether it’s in the library, concierge or reception, guests will have a sense of anticipation when entering the NoMad’s lobby and public spaces.
NoMad London – Restaurant (Europe Winner, 2021)
A “clever use of space which gives guests a great arrival experience.”
2017
The Ned – Hotel of the Year (Europe Winner, 2017)
A restrained treatment of an existing building. The Ned is the solicitous reinvention of Sir Edward Lutyens’ iconic Midland Bank.
The Ned – Event Spaces (Europe Winner, 2017)
Judges praised The Ned’s design team for allowing the grandeur of the original building to speak, and for creating a unique setting for meetings and events, stating: “The beautiful existing rooms have kept their original glamour throughout this project, exemplifying a restrained approach in adding new elements. The results are upscale, high-end and plush, exactly what is expected of an events space.”
Millie’s Lounge at The Ned – Restaurant (Europe Winner, 2017)
Judges praised ambition of the phenomenally successful F&B operation, on a scale that few would challenge: “Millie’s creates a cosy atmosphere in a large-scale space, using intricate attention to detail and exquisite materials to create a richly layered dining venue.”
Ned’s Club Relax at The Ned – Spa & Wellness (Europe Winner, 2017)
Judges were impressed by the sheer scale and variety of health, leisure, beauty, grooming and wellness facilities at Ned’s Club Relax: “This project significantly demonstrates the ambition and vision of the Sydell Group.”
NLA’s annual New London Awards, presented in association with the Mayor of London, celebrate all scales of projects, from community-led to large-scale mixed-use developments, both built and unbuilt, that contribute to and enhance our vision for a New London: a city that is sustainable, civilised and egalitarian, that seeks to improve the quality and standards of new design.
NoMad London – Conserving Award (Winner, 2021)
“There is strong value to a well-done re-use of an historical building.”
“Adaptable use of buildings is a very good thing. An expert restoration.”
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The Ned – Top Hotels in London (2018)
“Why the NoMad hotel is the London opening of the year.”
“First in at NoMad London: 2021’s Coolest New Hotel Opening”
“How NoMad Turned a Legendary Courthouse Into London’s Coolest Hotel”
“London! Rejoice! The NoMad has arrived on our shores. The sister hotel to the perennial New York favourite has quickly become an equally convivial destination in Covent Garden.”
“This undeniably spectacular hotel is opening tomorrow: The NoMad in Covent Garden will have you reaching for your camera”
“Nomadland – cocktail hour at London’s hottest bar: The New York hotel’s latest outpost will leave you all shook up.”