Although
its guest rooms and general property layout were typical of Howard
Johnson's Motor Lodges, Windsor Locks presented a unique facade
with only hints of Orange. Perhaps taking design cues from California-style
properties, its lobby and restaurant structure was fronted with
a cedar shake exaggerated mansard, and an earth-tone color scheme
was used along with stone work which enhanced the "natural"
appearance of the buildings. Patrons entered the lobby and restaurants
through pagoda-like canopies that were topped with standard issue
porcelain enamel Orange Roof tiles. Set to open in late 1973, the
Windsor Locks location boasted of having 170+ guest rooms, large
conference facilities, an indoor all-weather swimming pool and both
a traditional Howard Johnson's Restaurant and an upscale Red Coach
Grill. |
