"Exploration is key to design. Traveling deepens our connection to cultures, helping us create spaces that truly resonate and tell a story."
– Alessandro Munge
At Studio Munge, our designs create immersive environments that foster connections and deliver unforgettable experiences. Our recent team retreat to Muir, a project we envisioned and brought to life, offered a unique opportunity to engage with these experiences firsthand.
As a collective, we immersed ourselves in the space we crafted, experiencing our work beyond the studio. This journey highlighted how our expertise in storytelling, culture, and materiality can powerfully shape the environments we design.
“The Muir retreat allowed the team to connect with our purpose; creating spaces that evoke emotion, foster connection, and leave a lasting impact on those who experience them.”
- Alessandro Munge
After the process of meticulous planning, designing, crafting, and refining, our retreat provided an opportunity for the team to fully experience our project, completed in its entirety.
For each team member, it was a chance to witness the culmination of our collective vision and refine our understanding of how design shapes and enriches the experiences of those who interact with it. Visiting Muir in its completion allowed us to step into the space we had so thoughtfully envisioned and see firsthand how our every design decision across all teams had come together.
The visit sparked reflection and dialogue among our team, as we acknowledged how Muir had grown beyond the confines of the design studio to become a living, breathing part of the community.
By carefully designing elements that speak to the district’s maritime heritage with a fresh and artful perspective, we ensured that Muir would contribute meaningfully to the vibrancy and future of the area. We saw how our attention to detail contributed to a seamless connection with the local narrative and waterfront surroundings. Each team member walked away with a deeper connection to designing with intention, knowing that it has the possibility of leaving a lasting imprint on the spaces we create and the people who inhabit them.
Muir stands as a testament to the evolution of the Queen’s Marque district, a vibrant area rich in history and culture. As this dynamic neighborhood continues to grow, Muir becomes a cornerstone of its transformation—an intentional blend of heritage and modernity, meticulously crafted by Studio Munge.
The design of Muir honors the area’s deep-rooted maritime legacy while infusing it with fresh energy and purpose. Every design element of the hotel reflects a commitment to the artistry of design in honor of its context, ensuring that Muir will remain a landmark for generations to come.
Through thoughtful design intention, we have created a space that encourages connection, supports growth, and invites future possibilities for the district. Muir is a place that reflects the potential of the waterfront, celebrating the evolution of the Maritimes while welcoming the opportunities that lie ahead. As we continue shaping environments around the world, we remain driven by the beauty of transformation—turning ideas into places that can be experienced, embraced, and cherished by communities.