Pocketbook Hudson Opens in Upstate New York
Today, Pocketbook Hudson, a new hotel, restaurant, and creative complex, opens in Hudson, New York. The site, a former pocketbook factory built in 1883 for textile and novelty manufacturing, is Hudson's largest landmarked building and has welcomed guests and locals for the first time since the 1970s.
Location and Development
Located just two hours north of New York City, Pocketbook Hudson was developed through a collaboration between Sean Roland, Nancy Kim, Gabriel Katz of MacArthur Holdings, and Jeremy Selman and Vipin Nambiar of HN Capital Partners, who served as project sponsors.
Architecture and Design
The property merges its industrial heritage with modern design. Adam Charlap Hyman and Andre Herrero of Charlap Hyman & Herrero led the restoration of the former mill, transforming the 70,000-square-foot brick and timber structure into a dynamic space.
- The building now houses 46 guest rooms and suites with spacious interiors that creatively reference Hudson's industrial past.
- Design elements contrast stainless steel with natural wood, emphasizing a dialogue between old and new materials.
- Original oversized windows and patinated brick are highlighted as key architectural features.
"The property's original industrial architecture is now contrasted with contemporary interiors in spaces for hospitality and the arts."
"Charlap Hyman & Herrero drew inspiration from the building's industrial past as well as the region's idiosyncratic crafts."
The restoration carefully balances historical integrity with innovative design, fostering a unique environment that honors Hudson's heritage while embracing contemporary creativity.
Author's summary: Pocketbook Hudson revitalizes a historic factory into a modern hotel and creative space, blending industrial elements with fresh design to celebrate Hudson's rich cultural legacy.