Modern Hotel & Bar

Orchid: Contribution to Historic Preservation

Boise, Idaho

In 2007, the aging Boise Travelodge was refurbished as a distinctive boutique hotel in downtown Boise featuring décor and design that pay homage to the mid-century aesthetic that would have been popular in 1960 when the building was originally constructed. Not to imply that the renovation was a slavish repetition of old ideas. To the contrary, the architectural design of Dwaine Carver at Trout Architects has maintained the essence of the International style’s design while giving it a contemporary finish.

The interior decoration and the reconfiguration of rooms is the most striking update, with amenities that appeal to both the traveler and the design-conscious. With increasing pressure on the preservation of mid-century structures, it is appropriate that Preservation Idaho would recognize a project that preserves a piece of the modern era while putting it back to efficient use. For these reasons, Preservation Idaho is pleased to award the project an Orchid Award for Contribution to Historic Preservation.