Architect and developer Bruce Becker leads a hard-hat tour of his new hotel, the Marcel, in New Haven, CT. The building, designed by Marcel Breuer, and previously the historic Pirelli Tire Building (1967–1970), is in the final stages of conversion to a boutique hotel featuring 165 rooms, a restaurant, gallery, and meeting space. With its unique geometric design, the hotel utilizes high-tech materials and technologies for exceptionally high energy efficiency. It has been named the first Passive House certified hotel in the United States. Visit this sustainable masterpiece and learn about Becker’s plans for Hotel Marcel’s future.

This event is part of October4design, New Canaan, Connecticut’s, month-long celebration of architecture, art, design and the community where it happens. Organized by the New Canaan Museum & Historical Society, New Canaan’s diverse creative community will open its doors to offer a peek into what gives this town its distinct character through panel discussions, Q&As, tours and lectures.

Sunday October 24, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Hotel Marcel
500 Sargent Dr, New Haven, CT
Space is limited, participants must fill out an RSVP form
(link at upper right of Oct4Design event page)
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