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News / 19.02.2026

PAN – a masterpiece among the trees

By: Pauline Brettell

PAN – a masterpiece among the trees PAN is an award-winning, design-led cabin concept that combines cutting-edge sustainable architecture, untouched nature, and contemporary Nordic...

News / 19.02.2026

Jewels on Wheels – a sparkling take on immersive design from Rosewood Amsterdam

By: Pauline Brettell

Jewels on Wheels – a sparkling take on immersive design from Rosewood Amsterdam Rosewood Amsterdam has becomes home to a travelling cabinet of wonders,...

Industry Insight / 18.02.2026

The strategic role of sample rooms in hotel design (pt.2)

By: Meghan Taylor

The strategic role of sample rooms in hotel design (pt.2) The second in a five-part series for Hotel Designs, this article sees Northern Lights...

In Conversation / 17.02.2026

In conversation with: Matthew Balon on designing Ruby Giulia

By: Pauline Brettell

In conversation with: Matthew Balon on designing Ruby Giulia Ruby Hotels recently opened its latest property in Rome  – Ruby Giulia  – and at...

News / 13.02.2026

Hotel Indigo Shepherds Bush poised to open

By: Pauline Brettell

Hotel Indigo Shepherds Bush poised to open Following a complete transformation, the former K West Hotel will reopen in March 2026 as Hotel Indigo...

Wellness / 13.02.2026

Skogur – a new Wellness & Spa project in the Carpathians

By: Pauline Brettell

Skogur – a new Wellness & Spa project in the Carpathians ZIKZAK Architects have presented a new relaxation space at the Skogur complex in...

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Hotel Review / 11.02.2026

Hotel review: lifting the lid on the Grand Hotel Bellevue London

By: Pauline Brettell

Hotel review: lifting the lid on the Grand Hotel Bellevue London Stepping into the Grand Hotel Bellevue feels a bit like lifting the lid...

Roundtable / 10.02.2026

Roundtable: The art and design of quiet luxury

By: Meghan Taylor

Roundtable: The art and design of quiet luxury Take a seat at the Mandarin Oriental Mayfair alongside eleven hospitality and design leaders, gathered to...

Industry Events / 06.02.2026

On the ground: with Toni Black at Maison&Objet 2026

By: Guest Author

On the ground: with Toni Black at Maison&Objet 2026 Maison&Objet 2026, as always, kicked off the event year in style, with a design-laden week...

Fabrics / 05.02.2026

Inside the factory: Edmund Bell – what’s new from the home of technical textiles

By: Meghan Taylor

Inside the factory: Edmund Bell – what’s new from the home of technical textiles Head inside Edmund Bell’s Lancashire headquarters for a deep-dive into...

News / 04.02.2026

New hotel openings – February 2026

By: Pauline Brettell

New hotel openings – February 2026 From Fitzrovia to Rome, Berlin to Kerala, we walk you through some of the hotel openings this February...

Bathrooms / 03.02.2026

Fitzroy of London to unveil new accessible collection at Surface Design Show 2026

By: Meghan Taylor

Fitzroy of London to unveil new accessible collection at Surface Design Show 2026 Fitzroy of London continues to redefine accessible bathroom design with a...

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News / 02.02.2026

Four Seasons sets sail into 2026 with a clear vision for long-term growth

By: Pauline Brettell

Four Seasons sets sail into 2026 with a clear vision for long-term growth Four Seasons gives insight into its plans for 2026 to advance...

Hotel Review / 02.02.2026

Hotel review: checking in to The July London Victoria

By: Pauline Brettell

Hotel review: checking in to The July London Victoria Having started its journey in Amsterdam, The July has crossed the North Sea and taken...

News / 30.01.2026

A canyon oasis – IHG signs on Six Senses Camp Korongo

By: Pauline Brettell

A canyon oasis – IHG signs on Six Senses Camp Korongo IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of the 480-acre Six Senses...

News / 29.01.2026

Zannier Île de Bendor announces a spring opening

By: Pauline Brettell

Zannier Île de Bendor announces a spring opening One of Europe’s most highly anticipated openings, Zannier Île de Bendor, is set to debut on...

Hotel review / 27.01.2026

Hotel review: checking in to COMO Metropolitan Singapore

By: Guest Author

Hotel review: checking in to COMO Metropolitan Singapore COMO Metropolitan Singapore on Orchard Road marks the hotel brand’s homecoming – contributor Katha Nauriyal checks...

News / 26.01.2026

Corinthia Hotels announce new Lake Como hotel on the horizon

By: Sophie Harper

Corinthia Hotels announce new Lake Como hotel on the horizon Corinthia Hotels has announced its partnership with RoundShield and Kervis SGR to operate a...

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/ 26.01.2026

Uga Resorts adds Uga Ghiri to its boutique portfolio in Sri Lanka

By: Pauline Brettell

Uga Resorts adds Uga Ghiri to its boutique portfolio in Sri Lanka Sri Lankan hotel group Uga Resorts, has announced the upcoming opening of...

Opinion / 21.01.2026

Is this the end of The Line for Saudi Arabia’s Wall City?

By: Sophie Harper

Is this the end of The Line for Saudi Arabia's Wall City? NEOM is known for its ambitious projects, but has The Line proven...

Hotel Design / 19.01.2026

The Sky Garden, Four Seasons Philadelphia unveiled

By: Pauline Brettell

The Sky Garden, Four Seasons Philadelphia unveiled Award-winning international design firm 1508 London has unveiled its highly anticipated debut hospitality project in the United...

News / 15.01.2026

Marriott announces changes to leadership and strategic realignment

By: Sophie Harper

Marriott announces changes to leadership and strategic realignment Marriott International has announced the retirement of two long-time leaders and the appointment of three seasoned...

News / 14.01.2026

The 2026 Accor pipeline – the journey continues

By: Pauline Brettell

The 2026 Accor pipeline – the journey continues From transatlantic journeys to mountain lodges and urban hotspots, Accor has outlined and ambitious pipeline as...

Hotel Review / 13.01.2026

Hotel review: Jnane Rumi – leading the cavalry on quiet luxury

By: Pauline Brettell

Hotel review: Jnane Rumi – leading the cavalry on quiet luxury Marrakech has long been a magnet for creative spirits, and one of the...

Industry Insight / 12.01.2026

The challenges of luxury hotel bedroom design (pt.1)

By: Meghan Taylor

The challenges of luxury hotel bedroom design (pt.1) The first article in an exclusive five-part series for Hotel Designs, Northern Lights explores the hidden...

News / 12.01.2026

Hotel Designs’ most-read stories of 2025

By: Meghan Taylor

Hotel Designs’ most-read stories of 2025 Look back on Hotel Designs’ most-read stories of 2025 and discover the headlines that shaped the hospitality and...

News / 09.01.2026

Wilde debuts in Austria and Portugal with Stephanie Barba Mendoza designs

By: Meghan Taylor

Wilde debuts in Austria and Portugal with Stephanie Barba Mendoza designs Wilde, the design-led aparthotel brand, is entering 2026 with the opening of two...

News / 07.01.2026

IHG reveals plans for biggest project in Japan

By: Sophie Harper

IHG reveals plans for biggest project in Japan Opening in 2029, IHG has revealed plans for a triple branded hotel project comprising 817-keys, after...

In conversation / 06.01.2026

The future of wellness: in conversation with Tracey Lee, TLEE Spas + Wellness

By: Pauline Brettell

The future of wellness: in conversation with Tracey Lee, TLEE Spas + Wellness Casting an eye on the future of wellness for 2026, we...

Hotel Design / 06.01.2026

NABOA Tulum – essential geometry and local materiality

By: Pauline Brettell

NABOA Tulum – essential geometry and local materiality NABOA Tulum is a new boutique hotel, bringing together precise volumes, open-air circulations and framed views...

Trends / 05.01.2026

JPA Design on the travel trends defining 2026

By: Meghan Taylor

JPA Design on the travel trends defining 2026 With a design portfolio that spans both land and sky, and projects for some of the...

News / 02.01.2026

Marriott International shares EMEA pipeline for 2026

By: Meghan Taylor

Marriott International shares EMEA pipeline for 2026 From a debut in Croatia to a historic property in Naples, Marriott International has unveiled its list...

News / 30.12.2025

Turning up the fun in Kathmandu – Moxy Hotels debuts in Nepal

By: Pauline Brettell

Turning up the fun in Kathmandu – Moxy Hotels debuts in Nepal Moxy Hotels has recently opened in Kathmandu – a city that thrives...

News / 29.12.2025

The Lux Collective – new signings and a global pipeline

By: Pauline Brettell

The Lux Collective – new signings and a global pipeline With seven new signings secured in 2025 and a dynamic pipeline across Asia, the...

News / 23.12.2025

The Brit List top 25 Architects and Architectural Designers of 2025

By: Sophie Harper

The Brit List top 25 Architects and Architectural Designers of 2025 Rounding off the year with our last instalment of top 25s from this...

Lighting / 19.12.2025

Year in review: 5 radiant lighting designs of 2025

By: Pauline Brettell

Year in review: 5 radiant lighting designs of 2025 Considered lighting, whether it’s an ambitious architectural feature or the subtle glow of a table...

News / 17.12.2025

The Brit List top 25 Hoteliers of 2025

By: Sophie Harper

The Brit List top 25 Hoteliers of 2025 The Brit List 2025 highlights the achievements of some of the best individuals in the hospitality...

News / 17.12.2025

Morea House, Autograph Collection – celebrating Cape Town’s seaside splendour

By: Pauline Brettell

Morea House, Autograph Collection – celebrating Cape Town’s seaside splendour Morea House has opened its doors in Camps Bay, Cape Town, South Africa. The...

News / 16.12.2025

MGallery Collection announces the signing of V Villas Maldives at Mirihi

By: Pauline Brettell

MGallery Collection announces the signing of V Villas Maldives at Mirihi Accor’s boutique luxury portfolio, MGallery Collection, has announced the signing of V Villas...

Hotel Design / 12.12.2025

Save the date – The Newman Hotel makes it official

By: Pauline Brettell

Save the date – The Newman Hotel makes it official The Newman, the much-anticipated first hotel by international hospitality management company Kinsfolk & Co,...

News / 11.12.2025

The Zetter Group expands its London portfolio

By: Pauline Brettell

The Zetter Group expands its London portfolio Bringing The Zetter’s distinctive, personal approach to hospitality to one of the capital’s most storied and cultured...

Hotel Openings / 10.12.2025

New hotel openings – December 2025

By: Pauline Brettell

New hotel openings – December 2025 This month's global edit of some of the new hotels on the horizon covers a diverse range of...

Wellness / 09.12.2025

Skýra Retreat – an intimate Nordic hideaway in Finnish Lapland

By: Pauline Brettell

Skýra Retreat – an intimate Nordic hideaway in Finnish Lapland Skýra Retreat, an exclusive new destination in Lapland, blends elemental design, heritage, and holistic...

News / 08.12.2025

The Brit List top 25 Interior Designers of 2025

By: Sophie Harper

The Brit List top 25 Interior Designers of 2025 Graduating with honours, The Brit List showcases the top 25 interior designers, architects, and hoteliers...

News / 08.12.2025

Ruby Giulia – lean luxury in the heart of the Eternal City

By: Pauline Brettell

Ruby Giulia – lean luxury in the heart of the Eternal City With Ruby Giulia, the Ruby Group opens its second hotel in Italy,...

News / 05.12.2025

Viceroy Hotels expands into Africa

By: Pauline Brettell

Viceroy Hotels expands into Africa Viceroy Hotels has announced its expansion into Africa with the introduction of three luxury safari lodges across Zambia and...

Hotel Review / 04.12.2025

Hotel review: nhow Lima – a playful ode to Peru

By: Guest Author

Hotel review: nhow Lima – a playful ode to Peru Lima has no shortage of places to sleep - but places that tell a...

Hotel Design / 03.12.2025

25hours Hotel The Trip gets a redesign

By: Pauline Brettell

25hours Hotel The Trip gets a redesign At 25hours Hotel The Trip, large parts of the public areas have been redesigned as part of...

News / 02.12.2025

Nature takes centre stage at One&Only Moonlight Basin, Big Sky, Montana

By: Pauline Brettell

Nature takes centre stage at One&Only Moonlight Basin, Big Sky, Montana Marking One&Only’s milestone debut in the United States and its first alpine resort...

News / 01.12.2025

Waldorf Astoria Shanghai Qiantan – an urban riverside retreat

By: Pauline Brettell

Waldorf Astoria Shanghai Qiantan – an urban riverside retreat Embodying the brand’s timeless elegance and the spirit of modern Shanghai, Waldorf Astoria Shanghai Qiantan...

News / 01.12.2025

David Collins Studio – four decades of design excellence

By: Sophie Harper

David Collins Studio - four decades of design excellence As 2025 marks 40 years since its founding, David Collins Studio stands as a global...

News / 28.11.2025

Rocco Forte Hotels launches The Carlton Milan

By: Pauline Brettell

Rocco Forte Hotels launches The Carlton Milan The Carlton marks Rocco Forte Hotels’ tenth Italian address - designed by architects Philip Vergeylen and Paolo...

Wellness / 27.11.2025

Eha – a new era of Nordic wellness

By: Pauline Brettell

Eha – a new era of Nordic wellness Opening in summer 2026 on the remote Estonian island of Hiiumaa, Eha is set to redefine...

News / 26.11.2025

BLINK Design Group arrives in London

By: Pauline Brettell

BLINK Design Group arrives in London With established studios in Bangkok, Singapore and Dubai, BLINK Design Group – founded and led by Clint Nagata...

Hotel Design / 25.11.2025

On the road again – a new vision for Motel Flinders

By: Pauline Brettell

On the road again – a new vision for Motel Flinders In the coastal town of Flinders, Studio Tate has breathed new life into...

F&B Design / 24.11.2025

Akira Back – a theatrical dining experience from AB Concept

By: Pauline Brettell

Akira Back – a theatrical dining experience from AB Concept Architectural and Interior Design studio AB Concept recently unveiled the latest chapter in the...

In conversation with / 21.11.2025

In conversation with: Tim Peck, OBMI – burgeoning markets in luxury hospitality

By: Pauline Brettell

In conversation with: Tim Peck, OBMI – burgeoning markets in luxury hospitality With the landscape of luxury hospitality design constantly evolving, Tim Peck, Chairman...

Wellness / 20.11.2025

Panel discussion: Sleep tourism – the alternative wellness offering

By: Meghan Taylor

Panel discussion: Sleep tourism – the alternative wellness offering In partnership with Silentnight, Hotel Designs gathered wellness and design experts at the Independent Hotel...

Art / 19.11.2025

Creative Debuts – the art consultancy every designer should know

By: Meghan Taylor

Creative Debuts – the art consultancy every designer should know With the rallying cry 'buy art from the living artists - the dead ones...

News / 18.11.2025

Accor appoints Graham Dodd as VP of Development for UK & Ireland

By: Sophie Harper

Accor appoints Graham Dodd as VP of Development for UK & Ireland Accor has appointed Graham Dodd as VP of Development for UK &...

News / 18.11.2025

Mollie’s Manchester – a new chapter

By: Pauline Brettell

Mollie’s Manchester – a new chapter Mollie’s is preparing to open its third and largest site to date – a re-invention of the Old...

Events / 17.11.2025

HIX 2025 Preview – show highlights

By: Sophie Harper

HIX 2025 Preview - Show Highlights As one of Europe’s premier trade gatherings for hospitality design, HIX LDN 2025 promises to be a vibrant...

News / 17.11.2025

Opening today – Crafted by name, crafted by nature

By: Pauline Brettell

Opening today – Crafted by name, crafted by nature Opening its doors today – Crafted at Powdermills is inviting guests and locals alike, to...

Bathrooms / 13.11.2025

Roundtable: Intuitive design with wellness in mind

By: Sophie Harper

Roundtable: Intuitive Design with Wellness in Mind In a world where design and wellbeing are increasingly intertwined, Hotel Designs, in partnership with GROHE, brought...

News / 13.11.2025

Aroeira Collections by Missoni – the Italian fashion house’s first branded residence project in Portugal

By: Pauline Brettell

Aroeira Collections by Missoni – the Italian fashion house’s first branded residence project in Portugal Set within the 350-hectare Herdade da Aroeira estate, Aroeira...

Flooring / 12.11.2025

Balsan’s bold vision lights up The Brit List Awards 2025

By: Meghan Taylor

Balsan’s bold vision lights up The Brit List Awards 2025 Forget your classic red - this year’s Brit List Awards' carpet was aglow with...

Hotel Review / 11.11.2025

Hotel review: Hotel Arts Barcelona – the reimagining of an icon

By: Pauline Brettell

Hotel review: Hotel Arts Barcelona – the reimagining of an icon There are buildings that quietly hum in the background of a city’s skyline...

Hotel Openings / 10.11.2025

New hotel openings – November 2025

By: Meghan Taylor

New hotel openings – November 2025 Discover November 2025’s VIP hotel arrivals, where design reigns supreme. With one property crafted by name, find out...

Accessible Design / 10.11.2025

Accessible Design Talk: How to communicate accessibility clearly

By: Meghan Taylor

Accessible Design Talk: How to communicate accessibility clearly At IHS London 2025, accessibility experts Ed Warner MBE and James Dixon-Box joined Hotel Designs Editor...

The Brit List Awards / 06.11.2025

In pictures: The Brit List Awards 2025

By: Meghan Taylor

In pictures: The Brit List Awards 2025 Last night at the Ministry of Sound, The Brit List Awards 2025 campaign came to an inspiring...

News / 05.11.2025

Winners of The Brit List Awards 2025 announced

By: Sophie Harper

Winners of The Brit List Awards 2025 announced The winners of 13 individual categories, including Interior Designer of the Year, Architect of the Year...

Review / 05.11.2025

Hotel review: Hyll by YOUTH

By: Meghan Taylor

Hotel review: Hyll by YOUTH Known for a coolly raw aesthetic, Manchester’s YOUTH Studio brought its signature sense of balance to Hyll - a...

News / 03.11.2025

SOLD OUT: The Brit List Awards 2025

By: Sophie Harper

SOLD OUT: The Brit List Awards 2025 It’s happened again! For the sixth year in row, the Brit List Awards has officially sold out...

Hotel Design / 03.11.2025

The Verse – irreverent elegance in Lisbon

By: Pauline Brettell

The Verse – irreverent elegance in Lisbon Located in Lisbon's Rua de São Bento, The Verse is a boutique aparthotel housed in a building...

News / 31.10.2025

Exclusive: Sofitel London St James unveils six new suites by Pierre-Yves Rochon

By: Meghan Taylor

Exclusive: Sofitel London St James unveils six new suites by Pierre-Yves Rochon Sofitel London St James is entering a new chapter with the complete...

Hotel Design / 30.10.2025

Miniview: The Shelborne Hotel – Miami the Proper way

By: Meghan Taylor

Miniview: The Shelborne Hotel – Miami the Proper way Once a playground for The Beatles and Marilyn Monroe, Miami Beach’s Shelborne Hotel entered 2025...

News / 29.10.2025

Six Senses London sets a date

By: Pauline Brettell

Six Senses London sets a date Six Senses London, the much-anticipated first UK destination from the Six Senses brand, has confirmed it will open...

News / 28.10.2025

SLS The Red Sea to debut in Saudi Arabia

By: Pauline Brettell

SLS The Red Sea to debut in Saudi Arabia SLS The Red Sea is set to make its spectacular debut in Saudi Arabia, bringing...

News / 27.10.2025

Orient Express La Minerva presents its signature suites

By: Pauline Brettell

Orient Express La Minerva presents its signature suites Orient Express La Minerva has opened the doors on its opulent signature suites, deeply rooted in...

News / 27.10.2025

1 Hotel Tokyo – a new nature inspired urban icon

By: Pauline Brettell

1 Hotel Tokyo – a new nature inspired urban icon Unveiled! – plans for 1 Hotel Tokyo, with a design approach embracing the Japanese...

New Appointment / 24.10.2025

New appointments from Rocco Forte Hotels

By: Pauline Brettell

New appointments from Rocco Forte Hotels Rocco Forte Hotels has announced the appointment of four new General Managers, with the Managing Director of Northern...

News / 23.10.2025

COMO Metropolitan Bangkok – a new chapter begins

By: Pauline Brettell

COMO Metropolitan Bangkok – a new chapter begins COMO Hotels and Resorts has announced the full reopening of COMO Metropolitan Bangkok this month, marking...

/ 23.10.2025

Upper House – a new chapter for The House Collective

By: Pauline Brettell

Upper House – a new chapter for The House Collective The House Collective has announced a shift into a single brand identity – Upper...

News / 21.10.2025

Starwood Hotels – the 2026 pipeline

By: Pauline Brettell

Starwood Hotels – the 2026 pipeline Starwood Hotels is the force behind some of the most groundbreaking and dynamic hotel brands in the hospitality...

Industry Opinion / 20.10.2025

Exclusive: the (modest) future of luxury hospitality, through an architect’s eyes

By: Meghan Taylor

Exclusive: the (modest) future of luxury hospitality, through an architect’s eyes In an age where technology seemingly saturates every moment, HKS Architect Kay Curtis...

News / 13.10.2025

Hotel Designs acquires SPACE magazine and associated brands

By: Sophie Harper

Hotel Designs acquires SPACE magazine and associated brands Hotel Designs is proud to announce the acquisition of SPACE magazine, along with its associated brands...

News / 10.10.2025

Brit List 2025 Outstanding Contribution Award winner announced!

By: Sophie Harper

Brit List 2025 Outstanding Contribution Award winner announced! With less than a month to go before the party of the year - The Brit...

Hotel Design / 10.10.2025

GA Group unveils interiors for first Park Hyatt in Malaysia

By: Pauline Brettell

GA Group unveils interiors for first Park Hyatt in Malaysia Award-winning design studio and luxury hospitality specialists, GA Group, has revealed its interiors for...

News / 10.10.2025

COMO Hotels signs on its second hotel in Australia

By: Pauline Brettell

COMO Hotels signs on its second hotel in Australia COMO Hotels and Resorts has been appointed by design-led property developer Orchard Piper, alongside its...

News / 09.10.2025

Rosewood reimagined – a bold new visual identity

By: Pauline Brettell

Rosewood reimagined – a bold new visual identity Evolving from a luxury hospitality brand to a broader lifestyle forum, Rosewood has announced a milestone...

News / 09.10.2025

Chalet Cervinia – a new star in the Purple Ski portfolio

By: Pauline Brettell

Chalet Cervinia – a new star in the Purple Ski portfolio Purple Ski has revealed the brand-new build Chalet Cervinia, Val d’Isère – a...

The Brit List Awards / 08.10.2025

Meet the sponsors – The Brit List Awards 2025

By: Meghan Taylor

Meet the sponsors – The Brit List Awards 2025 With less than a month to go until The Brit List Awards 2025 takes place,...

Hotel Design / 08.10.2025

French refinement meets California lifestyle – Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills unveils a chic redesign

By: Pauline Brettell

French refinement meets California lifestyle – Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills unveils a chic redesign French luxury hospitality brand Sofitel, has ushered in...

News / 06.10.2025

Trailborn Hotels & Resorts joins new Outdoor Collection by Marriott

By: Pauline Brettell

Trailborn Hotels & Resorts joins new Outdoor Collection by Marriott Trailborn Hotels & Resorts has joined the highly anticipated Outdoor Collection by Marriott as...

News / 06.10.2025

nhow Hotels & Resorts opens its second Italian property in Rome

By: Pauline Brettell

nhow Hotels & Resorts opens its second Italian property in Rome nhow Roma opens its doors in the vibrant heart of the city with...

Events / 03.10.2025

Exclusive: SASI Studio on designing the Independent Hotel Show 2025 Lobby

By: Meghan Taylor

Exclusive: SASI Studio on designing the Independent Hotel Show 2025 Lobby In this Hotel Designs exclusive, we grab a first look at the design of the...

Events / 02.10.2025

Black Ivy Design unveils 1970s-inspired speakeasy for Independent Hotel Show London 2025

By: Meghan Taylor

Black Ivy Design unveils 1970s-inspired speakeasy for Independent Hotel Show London 2025 This October, the Independent Hotel Show London 2025 will welcome VIPs to...

Art / 30.09.2025

Looking for contemporary art in Paris? Dorchester Collection is delivering

By: Meghan Taylor

Looking for contemporary art in Paris? Dorchester Collection is delivering Forget the Louvre - this autumn, you won't want to miss these immersive art...

Industry Opinion / 29.09.2025

Beyond the frame – art and hotel design

By: Pauline Brettell

Beyond the frame – art and hotel design With this months editorial focus throwing the spotlight on art in hotel design, writer Pauline Brettell...