Tip Your Hat to the Topping off of the New Omni Fort Worth Hotel & Residences

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FORT WORTH, Texas, Aug. 13 /PRNewswire/ — Two years, 750 people and 60,000 cubic yards of concrete mark the much anticipated topping off of the Omni Fort Worth hotel and the residences at 1301 Throckmorton. After approximately two years of construction, the property has permanently changed the skyline of downtown Fort Worth.
“We have had an amazing construction crew from Austin Commercial that has put forth tremendous effort into this project,” said Bruce Johnston, project director for the Omni Hotels. “I’m proud of all associated with this undertaking, and I know each and every person involved in this endeavor feels the same about the work we did here. This is truly an amazing project.”
The Omni Fort Worth hotel and the residences at 1301 Throckmorton celebrated the topping off with a special ceremony and Texas-style barbeque at the property. A Norwegian pine tree was hoisted to the top of the 33rd floor of the property — a topping off tradition symbolizing growth and luck. Additionally, Fort Worth Mayor Mike Moncrief and Ed Netzhammer, general manager of the Omni Fort Worth Hotel, addressed community leaders, Omni associates and Austin Commercial workers at a lunch in the unfinished ballroom on the second floor of the Omni Fort Worth Hotel.
The luxury project stands directly across the Fort Worth Convention Center, is within walking distance of the city’s burgeoning cultural centers, restaurants and nightlife and will offer a casual yet sophisticated style and a personality that is as gracious and dynamic as Fort Worth itself.
The Omni Fort Worth hotel will have 614 guest rooms and suites featuring exceptional natural linens, saddle-blanket throws and stitched pillows. Upon opening, guests, locals and residents of 1301 Throckmorton will have access to fine culinary selections including the renowned Bob’s Steak & Chop House, Wine Thief bar, the Whisky & Rye sports lounge, a full service Starbucks and Cast Iron for the casual dining experience as well as a Mokara Salon & Spa and fitness center.
Nearly 68,000 square feet of meeting and event space is available at the hotel. Included among its 29 meeting rooms is the Texas Ballroom, which will encompass 18,788 square feet alone. The hotel will feature built-in pre-function areas, plus 6,500 square feet of useable outdoor space and access to the Fort Worth Convention Center meeting space, which includes access to the stunning Fort Worth Water Gardens. The symbiotic relationship between the Omni Fort Worth and the city has been beneficial. The Omni Fort Worth hotel has booked approximately 185,000 room nights in the last 18 months. Since the beginning of its fiscal year (October 1, 2007), the city has booked 214,442 room nights, which is roughly a 70 percent jump over the city’s best year.
The residences at 1301 Throckmorton will take hospitality to new heights. Residents of the 89 luxury units being built atop the Omni Fort Worth hotel will enjoy the ease and convenience of all hotel services and an array of luxurious dining options. The residences will offer stunning views of the Fort Worth skyline, as well as the private residence rooftop pool and terrace. Sculpted from native stone, rich hardwoods and wrapped in glass, the residences will create a rustic yet refined feel. Each residence was designed by Faulkner Design Group and every detail was taken into consideration to ensure a complete luxury experience with a Fort Worth flare. The residences at 1301 Throckmorton have garnered a lot of interest this summer, and approximately 35 percent of the units have been sold.
The hotel is set to open January 2009 and the residences of 1301 Throckmorton will be completed the summer of 2009.
About Omni Hotels
Omni Hotels creates compelling, memorable guest experiences by tempting the senses in innovative ways, surrounding them with a balanced blend of scents, sounds, sights, textures and tastes. Omni Hotels offers luxury accommodations at 43 hotels and resorts in leading business gateways and leisure destinations across North America. From exceptional golf and spa retreats to dynamic business settings, each location features four-diamond services, including award-winning signature restaurants, Wi-Fi connectivity and unique fitness options. Omni’s mission for total customer service is further supported by its “Power of One” program that empowers associates to make on-the-spot decisions to meet or exceed guest expectations. Guests can locate hotels and book accommodations by visiting or by calling 1-800-THE-OMNI.
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