WINNERS ANNOUNCED

 

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

  • Prize
    Winner in Interior Design Hotel – Luxury
  • Company/Firm
    Blu Water Design
  • Lead Designer
    Siew Hong Lai
  • Other Designer(s)
    Mak Sook Har, Kenny Tan, Valerie Tham, Shiang Qian, Jing Wen, Amanda, Lawrence, Sher Rou
  • Interior Designer
    Blu Water Design
  • Hospitality
    Marriott International
  • Photo Credit
    Bingkha Studio
  • Location
    Penang, Malaysia
  • Project Date
    3 February 2025
  • Developer
    HNG Hotels Sdn Bhd

A new chapter in Penang’s design legacy, The Millen transforms the former Northam Hotel into a culturally rich, design-forward destination along Millionaire’s Row. Rooted in the island’s colonial past and Chinese tycoon heritage, the hotel blends British sophistication with local nuances to create an immersive, emotionally resonant experience.
The 144 guest rooms pair freestanding tubs with panoramic views and a seamless blend of neoclassical and Asian-inspired narratives. Public spaces — anchored by a grand spiral staircase and monochrome marble floors — offer a balance of elegance and comfort, from the nostalgic all-day dining space to the playfully curated pool deck on Level 9. The Nut & Meg Spa, with its locally inspired apothecary counter, redefines wellness through personalisation and cultural storytelling. At The Millen, every moment — from arrival to rest — is designed to connect guests not just to a place, but to Penang’s vibrant past and evolving present.




LIV Hospitality Design Awards 2025
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