FRONT DESK F r ONT d ESK 6 Upon arrival the checkin experience sets the tone for your guests stay Cr eating a high quality welcoming space in keeping with the r est of the pr operty is r eassuring to the guest The backdr op for the Fr ont Desk should be a unique textur e that pr ovides inter est to the desk ar ea The Fr ont Desk may not be constructed with a plastic laminate on the top or face Certain types andor applications of laminate may be acceptable with Design appr oval If pr ovided signage at the Fr ont Desk must be coor dinated with the Lobby decor Placement of the signs to be coor dinated with other items on the same wall Best W ester n logo and or pr operty name is not acceptable in lieu of artwork behind the Fr ont Desk Whether the material is slump glass rich millwork stone or a textured resin by adding lighting the backdrop to the Front Desk can be a dramatic addition to the decor The introduction of cur ves adds an unexpected element to the space Horizontal lines provide a design of creative interest The change of materials at foor and ceiling defnes a space within an open foor plan