Experience simplicity's power, and the chic appeal of understatement

The hotel's 171 rooms, including four penthouse suites and a two-bedroom presidential fiefdom, share a cosseting, contemporary style by Kathryn Kng, a Singapore-based interior design practice.

The look is fresh without being ferociously avant garde, acknowledging influences from both the east and west.

The simple, ample volumes are flooded with light, manipulated by lighting architects, Isometrix, London. Natural materials include Makha wood from Thailand, combined with oxidized brass paneling.

Paintings are also featured, by Natee Utarit, an up-and-coming artist at the cutting edge of Asia's art scene. Utarit's images, hung throughout the hotel, give depth to the otherwise clean-lined spaces.

Guest room amenities:

Hairdryer Steam iron and ironing board Minibar Dual line, direct dial telephones Egyptian cotton linen In-room safe Individually controlled air conditioning Cable TV CD player and disc library	Voice mail Electronic 'do not disturb' sign COMO Shambhala bathroom amenities Modem points RJ45 ISDN line (category 5 wired) Fine goosedown duvet and pillows (non allergenic by request) Printers, adaptors and in-room fax, on request Yoga mat
Metropolitan Room
Presidential Suite	Penthouse Suite