FAIRMONT PACIFIC RIM UNVEILS SUITE X
A COLLABORATION WITH RENOWNED VISUAL ARTIST AND AUTHOR
DOUGLAS COUPLAND
– Take a glimpse into the artist’s visionary world with an immersive new suite experience –
Fairmont Pacific Rim, has debuted Suite X – a one-of-a-kind concept designed in collaboration with internationally acclaimed Canadian visual artist and author, Douglas Coupland and the hotel’s co-owner and developers, Westbank and Peterson. Inspired by Generation X, Coupland’s novel that helped define and popularize an entire generation, this immersive experience pays tribute to the demographic that reimagined identity, technology, and art.
Blurring the lines between art, design, and hospitality, Suite X is a vibrant extension of the newly renovated Fairmont Gold experience, offering guests an exclusive opportunity to step inside Coupland’s world – a living gallery inspired by his fascination with contemporary culture, technology, and Canadian identity. Drawing on his signature pop-art aesthetic, the suite integrates bold visuals, custom-designed furniture, an in-suite bar, and unexpected design moments that invite introspection and spark conversation.
“I’m very much a product of the late 20th century, and this suite reflects my deep love for that era.” says Douglas Coupland. “When I was growing up, Vancouver felt like nowhere – and then, post-Olympics, it suddenly became somewhere. I never expected to witness such a transformation, but I’ve had the privilege of being part of the city’s full evolution.”
Located on the Fairmont Gold floor and offering sweeping views of Vancouver’s waterfront and mountains, Suite X features original works by Coupland and curated literature from the artist’s own personal collection and the TASCHEN library. The experience evokes the feeling of sitting in Coupland’s own living room – every detail has been thoughtfully considered by the artist himself.
Suite X marks a bold evolution in Fairmont Pacific Rim’s ongoing mission to celebrate local art and culture while offering guests next-level experiences rooted in creativity and design. It also expands on the hotel’s reimagined Fairmont Gold offering, which now offers a nature-inspired sanctuary featuring elevated amenities and bespoke services tailored for the discerning traveler.
“Suite X represents the intersection of hospitality and artistry, a place where inspiration lives and guests can connect with a truly unique Vancouver story.” says Jens Moesker, Regional Vice President and General Manager, Fairmont Pacific Rim. “Collaborating with Douglas Coupland has been an incredible creative journey.”
Suite X is now available for booking. For more information or to reserve, visit fairmontpacificrim.com/
About Fairmont Pacific Rim
Fairmont Pacific Rim – Vancouver’s definitive luxury hotel – was rated the World’s Best Business Hotel by Condé Nast Traveler readers and awarded the coveted Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond Ratings. This ultramodern downtown hotel offers unobstructed mountain and harbour views, combining the best of the Pacific Rim in its architecture and décor. The hotel features three award-winning dining destinations, resort-style Forbes Five-Star Fairmont Spa, rooftop and pool sundeck, lavish guestrooms, and a variety of the city’s most luxurious suites.
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About Douglas Coupland
Douglas Coupland is a global creative powerhouse who broke large with his 1991 novel, Generation X. He’s since written 14 novels in 37 languages, as well as written and performed for England’s Royal Shakespeare Company. His visual art career exploded in the early 2000s with his works now prized by museums and collectors. He has long-forged relationships with the New York Times, The Financial Times of London, the fashion house Valentino and Google’s Paris Cultural Institute. He lives and works in Vancouver, BC, and is an Officer of the Order of Canada and the French Legion of Honor. Technically, he is a knight.
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Photo Credits: Ema Peter
