
The Westley Hotel
When The Westley Hotel opened its doors in downtown Calgary as the first Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Western Canada, it needed more than pretty pictures — it needed presence. In a city known for corporate towers and Stampede boots, The Westley offered something different: art-forward interiors, sharp service, and a wink of unconventional charm.
Bujou Studios was brought in during the opening launch period to capture the spirit of the space with a full-scale editorial shoot. We handled everything — from talent sourcing to creative direction to final production — and the results spoke volumes. With an ad spend of less than $100, our campaign generated over +1.2K comments, added 600+ new followers to the hotel's newly growing Instagram account, and positioned The Westley as Calgary’s go-to hotel for stylish stays and elevated experiences.




What We Did
We worked with The Westley to support their opening launch by telling a story — not just showing off a space. Our strategy was built around one central idea: people don’t book hotels, they book a feeling. So we created one. Inspired by the hotel’s brand promise of “Vintage Vibes. Modern Times,” we leaned into flash photography to highlight the metallic details and mood-lit spaces, giving every image a warm, cinematic glow. The visual identity was designed to feel old-world and of-the-moment at once — think private-club polish with art-gallery edge. We managed the casting and coordination of talent to bring the space to life, directing every shot to feel both aspirational and attainable. From editorial moments in the event spaces to lifestyle scenes in the fitness centre and guest suites, our goal was to communicate the experience of staying at The Westley — not just its square footage. To amplify reach, we pitched and executed a social giveaway concept built around the idea of an “influencer stay.” The result was a total brand moment: a fully-gifted overnight experience designed for Instagram, wrapped in high-impact visuals and posted to a community of local tastemakers.
The Results
The response was immediate. The giveaway drove over +600 new followers, meaningful local engagement, and garnered over +1.2K comments. — all with an ad spend under $100. The Westley walked away with a full digital asset library of over 50 images, positioning them for long-term content use while making a powerful first impression at launch.
More importantly, we helped them show up as the kind of brand people want to be seen with: curated, cultured, and quietly confident.

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