Hotel Designs Hotel DesignsProduct watch: presenting the Jacqueline Collection from Gessi The Jacqueline Collection from Gessi, part of the ‘haute culture’ portfolio, is an expression of creativity and design experimentation in terms of material, form and technique… The Jacqueline Collection, which premiered at Milan’s Salone Internazionale del Mobile in April 2023, is the perfect synthesis of Gessi’s unique and personalised approach to wellness.…
read moreLive from HIX: Gessi presents ‘haute culture’ Showcasing its new collections at HIX, Gessi aims to communicate its personal and distinctive style aesthetic marked by the made in Italy lifestyle… Always attentive to the suggestions offered by nature, GESSI is presenting two new collections at HIX 2023. Both these collections celebrate the natural world in both shape and materiality, along…
read moreProduct watch: introducing Perle from Gessi Perle is born out of the ‘Haute Culture’ concept from Gessi, which, in its shapes and materials, celebrates the natural world and exalts the quality of design at the highest level… The new Perle collection from Gessi, encapsulates the meanings and characteristics of jewellery, which represents both elegance and refinement. Just as the pearl…
read moreIn the factory with: Gessi, the jewellers of private wellness Hamish Kilburn, Editor of Hotel Designs, spent 48 hours with Gessi, in Milan and its headquarters at the foot of the Italian Alps, and now doesn’t see the brand as a bathroom manufacturer at all… The bathroom and wellness industry has been saturated with innovation, practical solutions and competition for…
read moreProduct watch: Origini by Gessi By exploring new colour profiles, the Origini Collection from GESSI brings nature right into the bathroom… The Private Wellness offering by GESSI has been enriched with a new freedom of expression that marks a return to colour. Origini was born from the harmonious union of archetypal forms found in the bathroom, with new hues and…
read moreCase Study: Inciso by Gessi adds sensory notes to Rome’s Umiltà 36 Luxury Hotel CaberlonCaroppi Italian Touch Architects has collaborated with Gessi to create a tailor made version of the Inciso collection – harnessing all the brand’s experience, craftsmanship and technical know-how, together with a texture that emphasises the sensory experience… Following a significant architectural, engineering and interior design intervention…
read moreProduct watch: Sogni by Gessi Incorporating light and colour into wellness, Gessi introduces new dimensions into the bathroom experience with the multifunctional Sogni showerhead… The Gessi brand has become synonymous with wellbeing and quality living in all types of environments, from hotels to spas, from yachts to private homes. Gessi creations allow the enjoyment of private spaces to become sanctuaries…
read moreVenti20 by Gessi – bringing Art Deco inspiration into the bathroom With carefully curated retro notes, doing away with nostalgic replicas, the Venti20 Collection by Gessi breathes new life into signature elements the roaring ‘20s are known for – the detailing, the iconic style, the playful essence… Designed by Spanish interior decorator Lázaro Rosa Violán for Gessi, the Venti20 Collection…
read moreDiving into the philosophy of private wellness with Gessi Gessi, through its distinctive design style, is on a mission bring a sense of private wellness to everyday life, seeing water as a means of wellbeing, and the beauty of design as a pleasure to the eyes… For more than 25 years, Gessi has designed and produced furnishing elements for bathrooms,…
read moreGoccia by Gessi makes a strong statement in the bathroom Italian brand Gessi has collaborated with designer Prospero Rasulo to create the Goccia range – an elegant and innovative bathroom solution… The relationship between brand and designer has given birth to a range that is not only undeniably stylish, but is also a pioneer of a sustainable message and of…
read moreIngranaggio by Gessi takes mechanical precision into the bathroom The new Ingranaggio collection by Gessi is about purity of design with strong linear shapes creating a series of elegant and refined products which are at the same time functional and versatile… Seeing the bathroom as a space in which to re-energise, as well as place that needs to be functional…
read moreOutdoor bathrooms: design allure from Gessi shines brightly Gessi, through a luxurious proposal that reveals hi-tech aspects waiting to be discovered, becomes once again a trendsetter, bringing decorations and aesthetics to outdoor bathrooms that are integrated with nature… The Outdoor collection from Gessi helps designers create a private wellness is dipped in nature, in the open air, without compromising on…
read moreProduct watch: Venti20 collection by bathroom brand Gessi “Great design has emotional power and an innate ability to instil beauty into everyday objects,” states bathroom brand Gessi when discussing the new Venti20 range, which captures the essence of the era and allows us to rediscover the spirit of the ‘Roaring 20s… Bathroom brand Gessi has collaborated with Spanish designer Lazaro…
read moreProduct watch: Introducing the Hi-Fi Eclectic shower control by Gessi Hi-Fi Eclectic is an evolution of the original Hi-Fi concept: a multifunctional shower control of high design that takes reminiscences, in form and function, of the stereo devices we all know. Here, we take a look at how Gessi has evolved this product to cater for tomorrow’s users… As an…
read moreProduct watch: Eleganza by bathroom brand Gessi “Elegance in the bathroom becomes wellness,” Gessi says to explain the purpose and intention of the launch of Eleganza, a new range that celebrates simplicity in style and design… Bathroom brand Gessi believes there is more charm in perfect simplicity than in fussy, overdone design. In other words, a touch of elegance can…
read moreINCISO by Gessi – an “American design in an intersection of history & dynamism” Thanks to the professionalism and inventiveness of two complementary realities, INCISO by David Rockwell has been created, marking Gessi’s first exclusive collaboration with an American designer… INCISO is the result of a meaningful collaboration between bathroom brand Gessi and architectural visionary David Rockwell. It was was…
read moreProduct watch: Sensor bathroom taps from Gessi High technology meets the elegance of touchless design. The iconic and renowned Rettangolo, Inciso, Rilievo, Goccia, Anello & Ingranaggio and the sparkling Gessi 316 challenge themselves once again, “dressing up” with a touch of high-tech… Along with the refinement of the materials used, the sophisticated textures and the harmony of the shapes, “no…
read moreProduct watch: Introducing Rilievo by Gessi & HBA Taking a trip down memory lane – and celebrating timelessness in all its glory, Gessi first presented Rilievo, a design by world-renowned architecture and design company Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA), in 2018 at International Design Week. Today, the faucets are as relevant and impressive now as they were then. Hotel Designs explores……
read moreNew bathroom products from Gessi explore gender in design New bathroom products from Gessi cater for designers trying to achieve masculine and feminine design aesthetics in wellness spaces. Editor Hamish Kilburn explores… Variety is the spice of life, is the message we are receiving when hearing all about Gessi’s latest news. The bathroom brand has made a name for itself…
read moreBathroom design: Gessi spotted in beautiful projects around the world From stunning hotels to chic private residences, Gessi is able to offer a style in wellness areas that is unlike anything we have seen before. Here, we celebrate the brand’s couture-like take on bathroom design… Chic hotels and spas, dream residences, and yachts exhibit a style of living and travelling…
read moreHi-Fi by Gessi wins BoY Award for design excellence The innovative Hi-Fi shower system by Gessi wins The Boy Award for pushing the boundaries in wellness product design… The BoY Award is the ultimate measure of design excellence, honouring the most significant work of the year and recognising designers, architects, and manufacturers from around the globe. With 761 products entered…
read moreGessi turns up the drama in the bathroom with Spotlight Design-led bathroom brand Gessi has launched Spotwater, the perfect synthesis of advanced technology and high design… Inspired by the same concept of the lighting technology, Spotwater stands out for its tubular design and the adjustable angle, offering a completely customized experience through four different waterjets: Rain, Multi-spray, Atomizer and Waterfall.…
read moreGessi’s new showroom lands in London Gessi’s new showroom, Casa Gessi London, is a celebration of Italian design for a wellness experience in the most private and intimate space of the hotel, the bathroom… Located in the heart of Clerkenwell – a thriving design district that houses many of the world’s leading contemporary design and architectural innovators – Casa Gessi…
read moreGessi on ‘dreaming big’ in bathroom aesthetics Success in design is based on pleasure, beauty and imagination. Innovative bathroom brand Gessi dictates the recipe to create a happier present: to revert to dream big… Forward-thinking bathroom brand Gessi has always worked in tandem with the excellences of Italian fashion, food and furniture. This includes collaborations and exchanges of ideas from which…
read moreGessi unveils holistic Architectural Wellness program Gessi Architectural Wellness is a revolutionary concept, which allows the customer to immerse emotionally in the fusion of light and water, perfectly merged into “holistic” wellness areas. Hotel Designs explores… The bathroom brand Gessi has become synonymous with wellness with its aims to create unique environments, characterised by authentic beauty, innovation and technology that…
read more“You can’t touch this” – handsfree sensor taps by GESSI Bathroom brand GESSI has injected hygienic and antibacterial electronic hi-tech technology into its taps to cater to evolving modern traveller demands… Inciso by David Rockwell, Rilievo by HBA, the gleaming steel of Gessi 316, Anello&Ingranaggio and Goccia, are all the latest multi-award winning creations from Gessi. The sophisticated minimalism of…
read moreA FAMILY STORY – made of passion and soul. Gessi is a synonym of exclusivity, high personalisation and style in the world of design. Conceiving designs and technology that enhance the use and benefits of water, he company’s mission is to bring a sense of private, customised wellness to everyday life in the most intimate living environments. The experience of…
read moreGessi’s approach to wellness in outdoor spaces Internal and external, closed and open, domestic and nature scale: the Gessi Outdoor line eliminates barriers to create a single grand dimension of physical and mental wellbeing… The free-standing shower columns of the Gessi Outdoor Wellness System were specifically conceived for outdoor spaces. They offer innovative combinations of materials, finishes and treatments, with…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Gessi’s sophisticated Anello faucets Gessi describes the new faucets as: “the poetry for a form that symbolises a promise…” The Anello collection by Gessi speaks of harmony, love and fidelity. The design concept was, in fact, inspired by the form of a circle, a ring, that symbolises perfection, infinity, eternity. Not only refined design, love for details, harmony…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: GESSI adds architectural wellness to its range The GESSI Architectural Wellness project is a new concept in design that makes the functions of “wellness of the five senses” modular and customisable, with signicant technical advantages…. Binario, the system that inaugurates the new project launched by GESSI, envisages the overhead installation of wall mounted tracks, similar to those used…
read moreGESSI launches bathroom showers inspired by ’90s Hi-Fi systems Hi-Fi by Gessi unites design and technology in a contemporary and original collection, perfect for furnishing the bathroom as a room of wellness, beauty and living well, according to the brand philosophy… With the creativity that distinguishes it, Gessi has created a product to “play” with the water in the search…
read moreEditor’s pick: top 10 bathroom products launched in 2023 With bathrooms become more sanctuaries in hotel design, product development in the wellness arena has taken a step up. Hamish Kilburn, Editor of Hotel Designs, takes a look back at some of the gamechanging bathroom products that launched in 2023… While design is, on the whole, subjective, when it comes to…
read moreHIX 2023 review: a design show with a unique a point of view From design collaborations to full disclosure at a confessional box, this year HIX appeared to be characterised by a healthy sense of collaboration and community. Writer Pauline Brettell, with contribution by Editor Hamish Kilburn, takes a look at the designs and the discussions that provided guests with…
read moreHotel review: checking in to 1 Hotel Mayfair Editor Hamish Kilburn checks in to explore the organic design narrative inside 1 Hotel Mayfair, a VIP arrival that marks 1 Hotels’ debut property in the UK… While London’s grand dame hotels battle it out to refresh their identities on the congested luxury hospitality map, a new brand has arrived in the…
read moreDesign exclusive: inside Pnoé Breathing Life, a new wellness hotel in Crete Editor Hamish Kilburn scoops the design exclusive review of Pnoé Breathing Life – a new, luxury wellness hotel in Crete that has emerged… Strengths on the hospitality landscape in Greece lie on contrasts, not similarities. Crete, the largest among the Greek Islands, is land-locked with ancient ruins, mountainous…
read more9 innovative bathroom products launched in 2022 With the design spotlight firmly focussed on both wellness and sustainability during the course of 2022, bathrooms have come out of the shadows to dominate the design stage. Writer Pauline Brettell shares the products and concepts that have caught her eye, elevated design, and in some case redefined the bathroom as we know…
read moreHIX 2022 review: from a mycelium bar to the metaverse HIX 2022 was underlined by the event theme; ‘Great things will grow’ – and indeed, from the discussions on stage to the conversations on the stands the event was fuelled by a sense of positivity and purpose as the industry as a whole faces up to the challenges of net…
read moreThink of this element of the Guide to Hotel Design as the troublesome classmate – you know the one – who finds pleasure in going against the lecturer’s every word. In this smug and creative feature, Charlie Svensson explores the loopholes that allow designers and architects to break the rules… Guide to Hotel Design Interior design, just like any art,…
read moreWeekly digest: architecture goals, Marriott milestones & VIP arrivals Editor Hamish Kilburn here to compile all of this week’s hottest hotel stories in one, easy-to-consume article – prepare for architecture goals, hotel openings and unconventional bathroom… I heard recently from an economics strategist that the hospitality sector has been placed amongst the industries that will see the largest bounce-back from…
read moreElegance in the bathroom becomes wellness Gessi believes there is more charm in the bathroom in perfect simplicity than in fussy, overdone design. A touch of elegance can make life easier and much more beautiful, enriching daily life and contributing to enhanced wellness. Eleganza speaks this language… Bathroom brand Gessi has long been respected for its ability to embrace the…
read moreYear in Review: Top 7 bathroom products that launched in 2021 Continuing with Hotel Designs’ ‘Year in Review’, we are grabbing our loofah, and stepping into the bathroom to list the top seven ranges and products that have caught our editorial attention and inspired us with that essential bath time combination of practicality edged with indulgence… Whether singing in the…
read moreWeekly digest: Global hotel growth, a Nobu debut & a live roundtable Huddle in everyone… Editor Hamish Kilburn here to serve up your weekly dose of hotel design and hotel development news and features. This week on the editorial desk we unveiled our latest live roundtable, explored the art of lighting; shared hotel development news from several hotel groups and,…
read moreOutdoor bathroom design: Allure shines brightly Gessi, through a luxurious proposal that reveals hi-tech aspects waiting to be discovered, once again becomes a trendsetter, bringing decorations and aesthetics to be integrated in outdoor bathroom design and nature… With Outdoor, private wellness is dipped in nature, in the open air, without compromising on design and technology. Special moments of wellbeing in…
read moreWellbeing of hi-fi – ‘high fidelity’ for water Hi-Fi by Gessi unites design and technology in a contemporary and original collection, perfect for furnishing the bathroom as a room of wellness, beauty and living well, according to the brand philosophy. We believe it takes bathroom innovation up a volume notch or two… With the creativity that distinguishes it, Gessi has…
read moreSpotlight on: December (Hotel Designs’ ultimate throwback) Hotel Designs’ December editorial feature has landed, which is ‘Year in Review’, an ultimate throwback to 2020’s more signifiant product launches… It has become a tradition at Hotel Designs to spend December reflecting the editorial spotlight on the year’s most groundbreaking product launches. In 2020 – the year when Covid-19 caused chaos to all areas…
read moreINDUSTRY INSIGHT: The philosophy of wellness For more than 25 years, Gessi has designed and produced furnishing elements for bathrooms, kitchens and private and public wellness. Recently, the brand is exploring the wonders of wellness… With its total look design products that include fittings, advanced function shower systems, accessories, ceramics, tubs and shower trays, Gessi is synonymous with wellbeing and…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Wellness & wellbeing in the open air As Hotel Designs focuses its lens on Hotel Concepts, editor Hamish Kilburn learns how Gessi is leading the way in launching innovative bathroom products inspired by nature and the great outdoors… Internal and external, closed and open, domestic and nature scale: ideally designers can eliminate all barriers with the Gessi Outdoor…
read moreBathroom specialist Utopia Projects rounds up ISH 2019 To kick-start our month of putting bathrooms under the spotlight, Utopia Projects reviews ISH 2019 by sharing its highlights of the show… In March, the world’s largest bathroom and heating trade fair, ISH, took place in Frankfurt Germany. With the exhibition taking place every two years, ISH this year attracted around 190,000…
read moreLeading designers and architects spoke at the inaugural IDAS Taking place yesterday at Hilton London Tower Bridge, the Interior Design & Architecture Summit sheltered some interesting debates for designers and architects – all of which looped back to the elephant-in-the-room topic, sustainability in our hotels and cities… The sold-out inaugural Interior Design & Architecture Summit (IDAS) took place yesterday at…
read moreInterior Design & Architecture Summit becomes sold-out event Starting as it means to go on, the inaugural Interior Design & Architecture Summit becomes sold-out event with 11 days to spare… The highly anticipated inaugural Interior Design & Architecture Summit, which takes place on April 29 at London Hilton Tower Bridge, is now sold out. The event, of which its meet-the-buyer…
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