The Sea Containers hotel occupies a historic Brutalist building in an enviable spot on the South Bank of the Thames, but it doesn’t seem to get the attention of other design-forward hotels in London. Which is a head scratcher, to be sure. The building itself was designed by American Modernist architect Warren Platner, and the hotel’s original interiors were by Tom Dixon’s Design Research Studio (it was his first ever hotel project). For over a decade, the intriguing property — with 354 rooms, three restaurant/bar options, a cinema, and a spa — has been an IYKYK situation. Which is how regulars would love to keep it. But the tides are turning and the debut of four new over-the-top-in-the-best-way suites are thrusting this notable introvert into the spotlight. Read more and tour the suites here.
