Waves of vibrant colours and an indulgent dining showcase leading with generous servings of caviar marked the October 30 relaunch of the events spaces at Parkroyal Collection Pickering, Singapore hotel. The revitalised venues are a result of a S$3.7 million (US$2.8 million) refurbishment, led by the same architectural firm, WOHA, that crafted the 12-year-old hotel’s iconic hotel-in-a-garden concept.
William Pickering Ballroom, Alexander Room and the shared pre-function area now blend the Parkroyal Collection brand’s signature biophilic design with cutting-edge LED displays and upgraded audio systems.
William Pickering Ballroom, where the relaunch party was hosted under the theme, The Caviar Concerto, is now outfitted with a 16m LED wall that nearly stretches floor to ceiling as well as two secondary screens. These screens allow events held in the space to provide commanding visual presentations.
In his opening welcome, Kung Teong Wah, general manager of Parkroyal Collection Pickering, Singapore, gave his guests a taste of the ballroom’s cinematic capabilities – a sound and light show demonstrated the venue’s ability to alter mood and setting through the use of different colours and creative projections.
The Caviar Concerto theme conveyed possibilities of luxurious event presentations at the hotel, which was among only seven hotels in Singapore to receive a Michelin Key recently.
The Alexander Room now boasts two 6m LED screens, providing a dramatic backdrop for smaller meetings and intimate celebrations.
The hotel’s biophilic design carries through the refurbished foyer and pre-function areas, now dressed in ombré carpets in deep green tones that offer a nature-inspired contrast against honey-toned ribbed teak cladding. This shared space also sports new dark mirrored ceilings that are said to evoke the quiet drama of a natural cave.
New technology additions are provided in the foyer and pre-function areas too – a new 4.2m LED panel doubles as a dynamic feature wall for event branding or photo moments.
Kung said the refurbishment carefully retained the “essence of the building”, creating a “harmonious connection between nature, space, and people”.
Alongside the hardware refresh, the hotel has also rolled out new programmes that cater to the growing desire among business event attendees for destination experiences, wellness inclusions, and responsible meetings.
With the Mindful Meetings, Meaningful Outcomes package, corporate groups can learn about the hotel’s sustainable food sourcing practices from a chef, enjoy farm-to-table menus crafted with ingredients harvested from the hotel’s on-site Urban Farm and sourced from local producers, and join wellness activities led by the hotel’s fitness trainer. As the day winds down, delegates can experience the hotel’s sleep ritual, which includes aroma and tea therapy.
