Development
WRI develops eye-opening fashion- and design-driven hospitality concepts and real estate projects around the world
Culture Pass Club
DOHA, QATAR / OPENED 2020
Culture Pass Club is Qatar’s first-of-its-kind private arts members club. Located in Msheireb Downtown Doha, the club consists of 14 townhouses designed by the leading international names in fashion and interior design, all situated around a lush garden. The club offers co-working space, overnight accommodation, event venues, and programming for members. Whitney Robinson International curated the project from inception to opening, including a creative roster that includes Diane von Furstenberg, India Mahdavi, Rossana Orlandi, Marie-Anne Oudejans, Daniel Arsham, Chris Wolston with The Future Perfect, and Wadha Al-Hajri.
ELLE Hospitality
WORLDWIDE / OPENED 2023
The iconic ELLE brand, the world’s largest style magazine and media brand, is moving into hospitality. In partnership with Whitney Robinson International, the brand is expanding throughout the Middle East and the Americas via café and hotel projects. The partnership dates back to Robinson’s tenure as Editor in Chief of ELLE Decor. The first project, Café ELLE is now open in VIA Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Ralph’s Coffee
DOHA, QATAR / OPENED 2020
Ralph’s Coffee, from the world of Ralph Lauren, debuted in Doha, Qatar, in 2020, marking the first time the brand traveled to the Middle East. Whitney Robinson International fostered the collaboration with Qatar Museums, which places the truck at key cultural destinations, including the iconic National Museum of Qatar; M7, the innovation and entrepreneurship hub; and Fire Station, a contemporary art space for artists in residence.
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