<p>Pinnacle Entertainment says that its newest casino and luxury resort,
Lumi&eacute;re Place Casino and Hotels, is inspired by the Gateway Arch. The
hotel, which had a scheduled opening of Dec. 19, rises nearly 300 feet
into the St. Louis skyline.</p>
<p>The 19-story hotel tower accommodates 200 luxury guest rooms within
its glass and steel walls, which are framed by a dramatic, illuminated
light box. This architectural feature will have a unique presence in
the skyline and will compliment the geometry of the nearby Arch.</p>
<p>Pinnacle tapped the Las Vegas architecture firm responsible for the
Mirage and Bellagio. Marnell Corrao Associates utilized a cutting-edge
glazing system, creating the light box effect.</p>
<p>The light box is made possible by literally "stitching" the glass to
the concrete structure of the hotel, creating a sparkling effect
reflecting in the sun and a bookend to the Arch.</p>