HISTORIC BUILDING IN SPRINGFIELD TO BECOME BOUTIQUE HOTEL

SPRINGFIELD, MO. — Hotel owners John McQueary and Billy McQueary have launched the redevelopment of a historic, circa-1906 building in downtown Springfield to become a boutique hotel set to open in mid-2014. Most recently the building was used for office and performance space, but was originally a Masonic Temple. Once the renovation is complete, the Vanivort hotel will feature subtle masonic references, along with 36 guest rooms and 14 suites. The owners plan for LEED Silver certification. The redevelopment team includes local architecture firm Bates & Associates; hospitality interior design firm Studio R Interiors; construction company Larry Snyder & Co.; hotel consulting firm IDM Group; and brand development firm Marlin Co.