UCO STUDIO LEADERSHIP TEAM
From left to right: Theresa Zavala, Design Director; Andrew Wegwert, Design Director - Lighting; Andrew Dang, Senior Technical Lead Designer; Everett Ledet, Managing Director; Eric D. Ullmann, Principal; Luis Villarreal, Design Coordinator
DALLAS - July 13, 2022 - (Newswire.com)
There is a new design studio drawing the attention of leading hospitality brands, developers, and restaurateurs. UCO Studio, the interior design studio launched by celebrated architectural firm OBMI, brings an impressive hospitality design portfolio with projects recently opened, ranging from the Taj Goa Resort in India, St. Regis Resort in Bermuda, and soon to debut Hyatt Centric, Austin.
UCO Studio and OBMI align their respective crafts to deliver a turnkey offering, providing services for large-scale regional planning down to intimate interior details. Their recognized expertise in luxury hospitality makes this a formidable new venture in the architectural and design community. The team's reputation as a creative force, combined with their world-class portfolio, will further their ability to set the pace for hospitality design in the industry for the years to come.
Founded with a philosophy of being "storytellers of space," UCO elevates guest experiences by cultivating enchanting design journeys for luxury resorts and residences, lifestyle and boutique hotels, and dynamic food and beverage spaces, in addition to offering premier branding, lighting design, and art consultation around the world. They distill culture into style and ambiance for the bottom line, demonstrating that they are trusted advisors and partners in achieving clients' financial goals.
UCO's Principal, Eric Ullmann, has 25 years of hospitality design experience and a portfolio of distinctive projects in over 20 countries. Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Ullmann said, "Creating journeys of masterful discovery, UCO Studio translates culture and context through compelling experiences. Through an extensive background in multiple disciplines, our collaborative approach becomes the foundation for bespoke operations. With a reputation for delivering inspired designs to the world's most prominent and celebrated hospitality leaders, we have cultivated international talent that brings our storytelling process to life through spaces immersed in culture, history, nature, and allure."
"We align with UCO Studio on design philosophies to elevate the art of living and craft beautiful ideas that capture the genuine essence of each place. Both companies are innovative, with practical, smart approaches to design, and now we look forward to creating stories for destinations for each detail of the guest's journey," said Tim Peck, OBMI Chairman. "UCO Studio brings experience and projects in markets like Asia and North America that open doors for great opportunities for us, as we hope to do for them throughout the Caribbean and the Middle East. We believe the foundations set are the culmination of a great partnership."
About UCO Studio
Built by a team with over 25 years of experience and distinctive projects in over 20 countries, UCO Studio brings a fresh approach to creating unique interior spaces across all areas of the hospitality industry. With its flagship studio in Dallas, UCO's clients benefit from international expertise and company-wide collaboration with design teams across Miami, Dubai, and Delhi. UCO's philosophy of being "storytellers of space" combines a high level of international design experience and an eye for weaving the fabric of cultures with innovation and cutting-edge design. They prioritize designing authentic experiences for the bottom line with principal involvement five times more than other companies, demonstrating they are partners to their clients as much as consultants. To learn more, visit ucostudio.com.
About OBM International (OBMI)
OBMI is synonymous with global luxury hospitality design, and their process is rooted in storytelling. The leading master planning, architecture, and interior design firm holds an extensive portfolio that spans luxury hotels and resort destinations to bespoke private residences and vibrant urban communities. With over eight decades of experience and a sterling reputation as trusted advisors to the world's most prominent hospitality brands and developers, OBMI is celebrated for creating distinctive spaces that evoke an authentic sense of place. To learn more, visit obmi.com.
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Original Source: Announcing UCO: An Interior Design Studio by OBMI
