Case Study – LODGE KOHLER_®

Exploring LODGE KOHLER

“Much like Kohler, the Green Bay Packers are well-known and historic with a passionate following and fan base,” explains Tim Andreas, Director of Architecture and Interior Design at Kohler. “While we wanted to make our presence known at Lambeau Field and expand our hospitality offerings, we needed to create something special.”

To create an authentic relationship between a sophisticated, four-diamond experience and the world of American football, Andreas and his team relied on a blend of aesthetics and storytelling.

“We found a way to link the artistry of KOHLER to the artistry of sport,” says Andreas. “We wanted a theme that met the core values of our brand and this stayed true to that path.”

Design and Culture Blend

Aesthetically, Andreas and his team set out to capture the feeling of a fraternal lodge for guests looking for an authentic Green Bay Packers experience. Throughout the hotel, that aesthetic plays out in varied materials, finishes, and experiences.

Since fraternal lodges often have brick, rich woods, and classical architecture—much like The American Club_® and other Destination Kohler properties—this was a symbolic way to link them in design style. Andreas and his team also manipulated the architecture to incorporate the brick exterior of Kohler corporate headquarters and other Destination Kohler properties. The design team wrapped the building around a central courtyard and incorporated indoor plant material and iridescent glass.

“We ultimately used five different types of brick blends in order to tie the lobby together with the Kohler campus, along with luxurious finishes and fixtures,” Andreas explains. “Rich greens and golds, hearkening back to the Packers, helped round out the aesthetic.”

Andreas and his team incorporated a number of KOHLER products throughout the hotel, blending technology and design to create a unique experience for guests.

Modern Luxury Bathrooms

Guest rooms feature spa-like amenities complete with Real Rain_® overhead shower panels that mimic rain down to the infinitesimal drop. Designed with a water reservoir that relies on gravity to shape the individual raindrops, its unique nozzle geometry produces drops that build in speed and strength until the shower sounds and feels like a summer rainstorm.

Each shower panel is controlled by the brand’s DTV Prompt_® digital shower interface and valve. The easy-to-use system puts each guest in total control of their shower experience. A large, intuitive display gives them the freedom to design multiple configurations of sprays, while digital thermostatic valve technology guarantees accurate, safe temperature control.

Kohler Co. owns a family of elite brands that help bring total design solutions to any residential, commercial, or hospitality space. Specifically used in LODGE KOHLER are ANN SACKS_® tile, Robern_® lighted mirrors, and Hytec_® shower bases. Additional bathroom features include luxurious Abrazo_® freestanding baths, Artist Editions_® sinks, and faucets from Kohler’s wide range of selections including Artifacts_®, Composed_®, Symbol_®, and Margaux_®.

It all combines for functionality that offers superior comfort for guests and a sophisticated design aesthetic.