Opal Sol
Client | Triprop Clearwater, LLC |
Status | Construction |
Sector | New Work |
Known for its pristine white sand beaches, crystal clear waters, and vibrant atmosphere, Clearwater is an ideal location for a new hotel. Opal Sol sits at a privileged site, located across the street from Opal Sands, a previous Nichols Architects project inaugurated in 2016.
Client
Triprop Clearwater, LLC
Sector
New Work
Location
Clearwater Beach, FL
Status
Construction
Time span
2016 - 2024
Size
300,000 sf
Team
Patrick Busteed, Carlos Vargas, Kenneth Gauthreaux, Henry Paredes
Additional data
16 stories, 248 guestrooms, 9,100 sf of ballroom space, 4,500 sf of meeting rooms, 528 parking spots
The design of Opal Sol comes from the natural curve of the coastal line in front of the site, which was seamlessly integrated with the curvature of the Opal Sands building. The two structures will be connected through a pedestrian bridge, creating a cohesive and visually stunning experience for guests. The guest experience is at the forefront of the design, with the lobby area designed to amplify the building’s entrance and the guest rooms optimized to maximize ocean views by directing all balconies towards the water.
On this new 16-story hotel, all 248 guest rooms will have ocean views.
Construction of Opal Sol
Partner In Charge
Patrick Busteed
Principal
Project Lead
Carlos Vargas
Associate
Project Team
Patrick Busteed
Principal
Carlos Vargas
Associate
Kenneth Gauthreaux
Senior Associate
Henry Paredes
Construction Administrator