The holidays don’t always have to look the same.
At the Pelican Grand Beach Resort in Fort Lauderdale, the season was reimagined as something more elevated, where tradition met travel, and familiar moments were transformed into a fully immersive escape.
In partnership with Draper James and King of Christmas, the resort introduced a one-of-a-kind experience: a luxury holiday suite designed to bring the spirit of the season to life in an entirely new setting.
✨ Where Coastal Meets Classic
Set within the resort’s rooftop Sky Suite, the Holiday Suite blended the warmth of traditional holiday design with the light, effortless elegance of a beachfront retreat.
Ocean views stretched beyond the windows, while inside, the space was thoughtfully layered with festive details, from garland and wreaths to softly illuminated trees that brought depth and glow to every corner.
The result was a setting that felt both cozy and elevated, familiar, yet entirely transportive.
🎄 Designing the Holiday Experience
At the heart of the suite was a fully realized holiday environment, where every detail was intentionally placed to create a cohesive and immersive atmosphere.
Flocked trees, wreaths, and garlands introduced softness and texture, while curated ornaments added dimension and a refined seasonal finish. The design balanced fullness with restraint, allowing the space to feel festive without overwhelming its natural surroundings.
Each element worked together to shape a setting that felt polished, inviting, and quietly luxurious.
🏡 Beyond the Décor
This partnership extended beyond visual design, it was about creating an experience.
Guests were invited to step into a space where the holidays could be felt in every detail. From in-suite moments like gingerbread decorating and evening turndown surprises, to spa treatments and rooftop experiences under the stars, the suite offered a new way to celebrate the season.
It was a reminder that holiday traditions can evolve, becoming something you don’t just decorate for, but fully step into.
🤝 A Collaborative Effort
Bringing this vision to life required thoughtful collaboration.
From the resort team to design partners and on-site staff, each detail was shaped through shared creativity and intention. The result was a seamless experience where hospitality, design, and seasonal storytelling came together effortlessly.
A Different Kind of Holiday Tradition
The Holiday Suite offered more than a place to stay, it offered a new perspective on the holidays.
One where tradition meets travel.
Where design enhances experience.
And where the spirit of the season can be discovered in entirely new ways.