PRODUCER
James explores his craft through a variety of mediums, but his greatest art form is collaboration. James shares the knowledge he’s gained in the production of events and projects on many levels. He’s hosted, and taken part in multiple residencies and continually makes every effort to share any and all knowledge he’s gained in his 20+ years of experience in the music industry. His collective continually holds workshops on music production, creative writing, and professional development. They engage with multiple communities in outreach with numerous tribes and inner city youth as well.
In 2022, James’ business partner, Devonte Pearson, secured their own commercial space to begin utilizing their own creative space. Panoramic Dreams Recording houses four production studios that can fulfill a variety of needs for recording and performing artists, from recording, mixing, and mastering, to beat production, pre- and post-production.
In 2023, James teamed with co-creators Olivia Evans, Devonte Pearson, and Jaiz Boyd to start The Root Experience, an arts ecosystem building project utilizing theater stage productions and a multimedia festival that features cutting-edge fashion, film, and art to empower BIPOC storytellers that come from living cultures.
LINENS
Let yourself be embraced by luxurious 500-thread-count Egyptian cotton sheets and fluffy down duvets. In each closet, you’ll find lambswool angora blankets and two or more bespoke chambray robes. Each towel, no matter the size, is 600-gram cotton terry for extra absorbency and softness. All our linens are made by UK bedding artisans Stella & Co.
TOILETRIES
It's no secret that some hotel shampoos and soaps make you dry and itchy. We approached independent soap makers Fine Cloud to craft lavender, rose, shea butter, and coconut oil-based toiletries that leave your hair and skin soft, smooth, and smelling great. We also have fragrance-free, avocado butter varieties for those with allergies.
Fine Dining On-Site
Our hotel is inspired by the global mid-century modern design movement, and in turn, our on-site restaurant and café, Continental, is influenced by cuisines around the world. Famous for her fusion dishes, head chef Layla Wu creates seasonal menus that still have a little bit of English flair. That’s right, you can still get your fish and chips, but don’t be surprised to taste a little tarragon.
In-Hotel Bar
The mixologists at our bar, Refill, create innovative and delicious cocktails with a chemist’s precision. Beers crafted by London’s best breweries are on tap and rotated monthly to keep our selections interesting. We also have a small stage where musicians and entertainers of all kinds perform for the sensory delight of our guests.