The RYSE Hotel in Seoul, South Korea is part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, offering what looks to be a very upscale product. Officially considered a premium brand within the Marriott line up, the Autograph Collection consists of boutique, independently-run hotels that offer some type of unique style and experience relative to the area.

Looking at most of the rooms at the RYSE, Autograph Collection, all seems well until you come across the “Curator Suite”. Spread across 785 square feet, the room advertises a Super King bed with occupancy for up to four guests.

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Credit: RYSE Hotel

Just from the room names, it seems the RYSE is geared towards a younger clientele. Other, more standard options include the “Creator Room”, “Editor Room”, “Producer Suite”, “Director Suite” and “Executive Director Suite”.

Digging a bit further, it all makes sense when you realize these Curator Suites were actually designed by MSCHF, an art and media company known for its viral and sometimes controversial marketing projects and products. Launched in early 2025, RYSE explains what the project is about.

“Our Curator Suites are the result of a close collaboration between RYSE and a select group of global creatives. The latest concept, BED 2525, is a collaboration with MSCHF, the New York-based art collective. In their ongoing exploration of what defines hospitality, MSCHF has transformed the suite into an experience that challenges conventional notions of accommodation.

“MSCHF has designed Curator Suite 1503 around the concept of the extra-long bed, BED 2525. Exploring the trajectory of human size, MSCHF posits that as humans continue to evolve and grow, so too will the need for appropriately sized accommodations. “Long Bed for Long Sleep in the Far Future” serves as the suite’s central theme, contemplating a time when giants once again walk the earth.

“Complementing this futuristic vision, the suite also showcases a retrospective of MSCHF’s work, featuring pieces from their LA and New York Perriton Gallery shows, including the Animorphs Series, Botched Masters, and the iconic Damien Hirst Spot pieces.”

Putting aside the fact that this is a marketing piece (and a good one at that as it’s definitely getting some buzz), what’s the long term plan? What’s the demand like for these rooms? I’m sure they’re being used for other “artsier” purposes besides sleeping as it does not seem to be a very efficient way to rest with all the pillows at the top. If anyone in the comments has stayed here, tell us about your experience below.

Hat tip to OMAAT for coming across this gem.

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