Imperial Hotel, Tokyo 1916. Watanabe's Imperial Hotel building was destroyed by fire on 16 April 1922, while Edward, Prince of Wales was visiting Japan. The fire broke out during the day, with a full staff on hand and most of the guests out at an Imperial garden party. No lives were lost, but business at the hotel stopped until the South wing of the new hotel could be opened. The second Imperial Hotel was built from 1919–1923, and officially opened on 1 September 1923. This hotel was the best-known of Frank Lloyd Wright's buildings in Japan. It was designed roughly in the shape
The Grand Hotel Rimini The Grand Hotel Rimini The Grand Hotel Rimini is a five star-hotel located in Rimini, Italy. It is known for its elegance, classic style, and association with the famous Italian filmmaker, Federico Fellini. It is the only five-star hotel in the city, as well as the only hotel on the coast with its own private beach; consequently it is very popular during the summer season. The hotel was designed by the South American architect, Paolo Somazzi. It was inaugurated on July 1, 1908 and continues to function as a hotel today. A serious fire destroyed the two decorative domes which