The Empire Hotel Accommodation at Annandale is a sensitive adaptive-reuse project that introduces contemporary short-stay accommodation within the fabric of a long-established neighbourhood hotel. The design balances the operational requirements of modern accommodation with the character and scale of the existing building, ensuring the new use feels embedded rather than imposed. Internally, the project prioritises clarity, comfort, and durability. Rooms are designed to be compact yet generous, with carefully considered layouts, restrained material palettes, and integrated joinery that maximise usability without visual clutter. Finishes are robust and tactile, supporting high turnover while maintaining a calm, residential atmosphere for guests. Responding to its Annandale context, the project respects the heritage and urban grain of the surrounding streetscape while delivering a contemporary accommodation experience. The result is a discreet, well-resolved addition to the hotel — one that enhances the building’s longevity and relevance while offering a comfortable and distinctly local place to stay.