Case Study - Maritim Hotel Kaiserhof

This area, with direct access to the seafront promenade, is available for events such as company displays, exhibitions, presentations, readings and small-scale concerts. The historical imperial spa architecture and the view of the Baltic both from the forum of the Kaiserbädersaal and the café roof-garden all combine to create an unparalleled atmosphere.

The challenge: Installation of a modern sound reinforcement system compatible with the historical architecture and newly planned integration of lighting technology and design to extend the scope of the hotel's conference capabilities to encompass a broader range of events.

The solution: In cooperation with the planner, Malte Joergens, ASC installed a PA system of conference and concert standard in the historical Kaiserbädersaal that was compatible with the nature of the building and yet provided perfect amplification for spoken and musical performances of all kinds. The brief required technical elements such as loudspeakers, antenna paddles and surveillance cameras to be discreetly fitted into the classical imperial spa architecture. New stage management facilities were incorporated to facilitate communication with technicians and performers.

The forum was equipped with a small, compact sound system for readings, exhibitions and smaller concerts. It impresses above all with its new, comprehensive and creative lighting concept for events and receptions. This was achieved by installing 200 high-intensity, adjustable recessed lighting fixtures that are able to emphasise and highlight the clean lines of the columnar architecture while themselves remaining unobtrusive. Here too the requirement was to achieve a discreet and harmonious blend of modern technology and historical architecture. In everyday situations, the hotel's own technical team is able to produce a standard range of atmospheric lighting, while a DMX interface is available for major events. Elaborate light shows can be programmed into the DMX memory. The polychrome effects enable the hotel façade and the forum to be given a multitude of differing lighting treatments, so lending each event its own distinctive character.