Located in downtown St. Louis, the 21c Museum Hotel is more than just a place to stay—it’s a cultural destination. As part of this hospitality-meets-art institution, the design team, including Perfido Weiskopf Wagstaff + Goettel, Hufft Commercial, and Bill Rooney Studio, sought finishes that would elevate the guest experience while standing up to heavy use. Carlisle’s custom-engineered White Oak flooring was selected to deliver both refinement and performance. 

Installed throughout the hotel’s public areas, the White Oak features a smooth texture and softened edge profile, rendered in a 6″ wide plank format with random lengths up to 10 feet. A custom stain brings depth and warmth, while the clear extra matte finish ensures a modern, low-sheen appearance that complements the rotating museum-quality installations on display. 

With an engineered construction and 5/8″ thickness, the floor offers commercial-grade stability—ideal for the dynamic foot traffic of a contemporary hotel environment. The result is a seamless foundation that supports the property’s dual identity as gallery and gathering space.