Hotel Designs Hotel DesignsIn conversation with: Scott Lee, President & Principal, SB Architects SB Architects has announced its merger with international brands 10 Design and Egis. We caught up with Scott Lee, President and Principal of SB Architects to find out more about the merger and the path forward… A full-service global architecture firm, SB Architects is a name that has become synonymous…
read moreSB Architects completes Pendry Hotels’ first year-round mountain resort The 153-key Pendry Park City, designed by SB Architects and KES Studio, is slated to usher in a new era of hospitality in the heart of Canyons Village at Park City Mountain… Pendry Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of Pendry Park City, the brand’s first year-round mountain resort located…
read moreSB Architects reveals design details for Ritz-Carlton in Costa Rica With construction scheduled to commence anytime now, the new Ritz-Carlton resort and exclusive collection of luxury-branded residences in Costa Rica will be nestled in one of the most prized coastal locations of Peninsula Papagayo in the northwestern region of Guanacaste… SB Architects has revealed the design it led for Nekajui,…
read moreIn Conversation With: Lucienne Walpole, Vice President, SB Architects SB Architects recently appointed Lucienne Walpole as the firm’s new Vice President. Following Walpole’s participation in Hotel Designs LIVE conference, editor Hamish Kilburn caught up with the architect to learn more… Since joining SB Architects in 2007, Lucienne Walpole has played a valuable role on the design team for a number…
read moreSB Architects reaches groundbreaking moment on Utah project The modern ski-in, lift-out destination will welcome a new luxury development, which is slated to open in 2021… SB Architects,a full-service global architecture firm has celebrated the official groundbreaking of Pendry Hotels’ new branded residences, Pendry Residences Park City. Scheduled for completion in Winter 2021, the branded residences will bring a new height…
read moreSB Architects unveils seven new hospitality projects in North America and Mexico Architecture firm SB Architects has announced seven new hospitality projects that are opening in North America and Mexico… Full-service global architecture firm, SB Architects, has been breaking ground in hotel, residential and mixed-use design for almost 60 years, and is delighted to announce seven new hospitality projects that are opening, in…
read moreIntroducing the top 25 Brit List Architects of 2023 With The Brit List 2023 hot off the press, showcasing the profiles of the leading interior designers, architects and hoteliers in Britain, Hotel Designs is delivering a three-part editorial series, starting with The Brit List Interior Designers, and now continuing the story with the Brit List Architects of 2023… As hotel…
read moreIntroducing the top 25 Brit List Architects of 2022 Encapsulating a diverse range of design and architectural innovation, and following swiftly on the heels of us unveiling the top 25 hotel interior designers in Britain, we present you with the top 25 hotel architects in Britain, as profiled in The Brit List 2022… What is immediately impressive when running through…
read moreArt(y) Deco vibes: inside Gatsby Athens Hotel With the architectural restoration led by architects WOA, Gatsby Athens recently opened its well-designed doors in downtown Athens, bringing with it an elegant balance between old and new with a few surprises thrown into the mix… Designed to convey a sense of timelessness rather than a decade-defining aesthetic, the hotel evokes the glamour…
read moreUnveiled: The Brit List Architects of 2021 Following hot on the heels of this year’s designers who made the list, it’s now time to shine the spotlight on the 25 architects who were profiled in The Brit List 2021, which was unveiled in style at The Brit List Awards 2021… After a year full of rethinking and recalibration in the…
read moreCASE STUDY: Designing the carpets for Tewkesbury Park Brintons Carpets, together with ADS design, have designed stunning, high-performance axminster carpets for independent luxury country resort, Tewkesbury Park… The resplendent 18th century manor house, Tewkesbury Park, with some later additions, sits proudly above the historic riverside town of Tewkesbury, which is famous for its battle in 1471. Over the last couple…
read moreEditor of Hotel Designs Hamish Kilburn checks in to the only hotel in Bath that taps into the natural thermal springs of the city, designed by the one and only Alexandra Champalimaud… “First and foremost, the location is what really sets this project apart,” says Alexandra Champalimaud who, to me, looks far too composed and relaxed for two reasons as…
read moreThe City of London Corporation has recently granted planning permission to Eric Parry Architects to build a 10-storey, 191-room hotel on Holborn Viaduct at the current site of Morley House. The planning application was approved at the Corporation’s Planning and Transportation Committee and is the second hotel approved in the City this year. There are now 35 hotels in the…
read moreReardonSmith acted as Lead Design Consultant and Architect with responsibility for coordinating the refurbishment and remodelling of The Lanesborough. Working in close collaboration with the interior designers, Alberto Pinto agency, as well as with the specialist craftsmen and engineering consultants, ReardonSmith implemented the new design of the public areas and guestrooms so as to seamlessly integrate the operational and servicing…
read moreFocus SB have launched a new and exciting electrical accessory wall mounting system that gives a truly flush-mounted electrical plate, developed in collaboration with architects and designers SHH (www.shh.co.uk).All existing UK electrical accessories which are flat or raised plates have the edge of the plate above the plaster. The precision engineered system of the Focus SB Smoothie allows the plate…
read moreTwenty years after the historic first universal elections in South Africa, the country’s largest city is experiencing a rebirth as an important business centre and a cosmopolitan destination with a wealth of leisure opportunities, and the new Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff Johannesburg, opening 1 December 2014, is at the heart of it all.Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff Johannesburg is…
read moreConstructed in 1817 this heritage-listed building, also known as the Lion Palace has been converted in to a luxury hotel by ReardonSmith Architects. The Lion Palace was originally an apartment building for Russian royalty which was guarded by two marble lions originally sculpted for the Medici family in Florence by Paolo Triscorni. The hotel has 183 guest rooms and 26…
read moreElectrical accessories manufacturer Focus SB has appointed a new agent for Scotland following a significant rise in interest for its products north of the border.Angus Cartwright, Director of Cartwright Lighting Associates, used to run an electrical wholesaler until he sold it six years ago. He made a move into lighting consultancy and then started his own business, as he explains:…
read moreCour du Corbeau, one of Europe’s oldest hotels, situated in France, has joined the MGallery collection.Fully renovated by architects Benoït Peaucelle from Levy-Peaucelle et Associes, the establishment in Strasbourg was originally built in 1528. Cour du Corbeau – the crow’s courtyard in French – is an important part of Strasbourg’s cultural heritage. Located down the street from Notre-Dame Cathedral, the…
read moreOmni PGA Frisco Resort – marking a new chapter for golf hotels International architecture firm, SB Architects, part of Egis Group, known for creating spaces that capture the history, culture and context of each location, has announced the opening of the new Omni PGA Frisco Resort, a mixed-use development in Frisco, Texas… Nestled alongside the PGA of America Headquarters, Omni…
read moreRoundtable: utilising circadian lighting in hotel design In Hotel Designs’ latest roundtable, Editor Hamish Kilburn, in association with Franklite, invites leading interior and lighting designers to explore the reality of circadian lighting in hotels… With wellness continuing to be high on the hospitality design agenda – and with hotels continually looking for innovative and meaningful ways to differentiate themselves –…
read moreFirst Treehouse Hotel in America to open in California Scheduled for a late 2023 opening, the Treehouse Hotel in Sunnyvale California will be the third property globally for the Treehouse brand that epitomises playfulness and optimism… SH Hotels & Resorts, the sustainable brand management company founded by Starwood Capital Group Chairman and CEO Barry Sternlicht, has announced the first Treehouse…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotel openings in November 2022 While 2022 might be winding down, hotels across the globe are still breaking ground, laying foundations and flinging open their designer doors. Keeping our finger on the pulse of all these openings and reimagining, here are a few that have caught our attention for this month of November… Having been working remotely…
read moreThe Brit List Awards 2022: shortlist announced The shortlist for The Brit List Awards 2022 has been announced, with more than 140 individuals and projects – the most finalists in the campaign’s history – selected across nine categories. The winners will be unveiled in spectacular style at the awards ceremony, which takes place on November 2 inside London’s famous cabaret venue,…
read moreWeekly digest: surface (Design Show) reflections & nature-inspired hotels Editor Hamish Kilburn here to bring you up to speed on the latest and hottest hotel design stories. In this week’s digest, I share my thoughts on Surface Design Show 2022, give a nod to the interior designers who gave Hotel Designs some serious lighting inspiration and explore what the first…
read moreWeekly digest: Hotel openings, a review from Paris & trends galore Peek-a-boo! Editor Hamish Kilburn here, emerging from the Holidays slumber, with your first weekly digest of 2022 – and it’s a big one! Our list of must-read stories this week features an extensive look at significant hotels openings expected between now and June, a hotel design trends special as…
read more7 hotel trends shaping hospitality in 2022 As we start look past the crisis period of Covid-19, and start to settle into a ‘new normal’, the definition of hospitality has a new meaning – one of comfort, security and escape. International architecture firm SB Architects has identified which key hotel trends are shaping hospitality design in 2022 and beyond… SB…
read moreSt Regis to almost double portfolio of hotels by 2025 Solidifying St. Regis Hotels & Resorts’ position as a leader in luxury, the iconic brand is expected to expand its existing portfolio of 15 curated resorts with plans to debut 11 new enchanted escapes by 2025 in some of the world’s most coveted leisure destinations. Pauline Brettell takes a wander…
read moreSneak peek inside The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort and Residences Designed by HBA Miami and Mac-Michaels Interior Design, with architecture by SB Architects, The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort and Residences is expected to open in spring 2024. Inside the elegant 166-room resort and 69 private luxury condominiums capture the natural beauty of the Gulf Coast and deliver a…
read moreWeekly briefing: Locke’s new home, ‘rugspiration’ & a Four Seasons journey Roll up, roll up, read all about it – Hamish Kilburn here with your weekly briefing. In this week’s round-up we share some of our top stories from the week, including our feature on Tara Bernerd’s journey through Four Seasons, our exclusive on Modieus’ new rug collection and the…
read moreConstruction begins for Omni Hotel & Resorts’ new resort in Frisco, Texas SB Architects is celebrating the official groundbreaking of the new Omni PGA Frisco Resort, mixed-use development in Frisco, Texas, which will include a 501-key hotel. Scheduled for completion in 2023, the design for the destination golf course, 501-key Omni PGA Frisco Resort and premier golf and retail experience, will…
read more(In video) Hotel Designs LIVE: The new era of wellness The final session at Hotel Designs LIVE, which took place on February 23, focused the lens on wellness. Armed with the knowledge shared in the previous sessions, editor Hamish Kilburn invited world-renowned designers and architects to discuss how wellbeing should be sheltered in hotel design… The third Hotel Designs LIVE…
read moreWeekly briefing: Nobu exclusive, Rosewood footprints & sustainability explored Editor Hamish Kilburn here with your weekly briefing. This week’s round-up includes an exclusive lighting feature, details about Rosewood’s second hotel in London and how to watch out latest panel discussion on sustainability beneath the surface… 2021 is shaping up to be an extremely exciting year on the hotel design front.…
read moreInternational Women’s Day: Leading hospitality design figures comment Our nod to International Women’s Day is more of a formal bow or curtsy. Editor Hamish Kilburn hears from leading female designers, hoteliers and architects about how far we have come and, crucially, how far we have still got to travel in order to operate in an equal and fair global arena……
read moreLast chance to sign up to Hotel Designs LIVE Hotel Designs LIVE, the one-day virtual conference for designers, architects, hoteliers and developers, takes place on Tuesday February 23 – and it will shelter four engaging panel discussions with world-renowned hospitality and design experts… In just a couple of days Hotel Designs LIVE, which has just been shortlisted at the Digital…
read moreWeekly briefing: Wellness takes over, architecture trends & new podcast incoming! Editor Hamish Kilburn here with your weekly briefing. It’s been another busy week on the editorial desk and there’s a a lot to get through – so let’s get started, shall we? Following last week’s story of February VIP Arrivals, in the last few days we’ve heard from a…
read moreArchitecture trends for 2021 & beyond To cut through the noise of emerging architecture trends, we hear from architecture firm SB Architect’s President and Principal, Scott Lee, and Senior Vice President and Principal, Bruce Wright… Last week, we published our close look at surface trends, where it was concluded that strict pre-pandemic industry standards mean that hospitality design is “well-placed…
read moreRenders unveiled for St Regis Los Cabos SB Architects and The San Francisco branch of design firm HBA has unveiled interior renders of The St. Regis Los Cabos, which will open in 2022 as the debut St. Regis hotel in Los Cabos, Mexico… The first St. Regis in Los Cabos, Mexico, the exclusive property is being designed by interior design…
read more5 reasons to attend Hotel Designs LIVE in February Hotel Designs LIVE returns on February 23 to keep the industry connected and to serve our readers with relevant and engaging conversations that are unlike any other. With just over a month before the virtual event, editor Hamish Kilburn is here to explain to you why you should attend… Back by…
read moreLOCATION WATCH: Hot hotels opening soon in Riviera Nayarit, Mexico Ever since Hotel Designs started the concept-to-completion article series with SB Architects to cover the honest journey to design and build Conrad Punta Mita, Riviera Nayarit has been on our editorial team’s radar. Here editor Hamish Kilburn discovers which other hotels are opening in the area soon… Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit,…
read moreConcept to Completion: Designing Conrad Punta de Mita (part 2) In the second article of the concept-to-completion series with SB Architects, Hotel Designs learns about some of the challenges that emerged when designing and creating Conrad Punta de Mita, which is slated to open later this year… The design process, from concept to completion is often lengthy and you are almost…
read moreConcept to completion: Journey to design Conrad Punta de Mita In the first article of the first concept-to-completion series of the year, Hotel Designs exclusively invites SB Architects explain the unique design concept of Conrad Punta de Mita, which is slated to open later this year… Situated within what is being called ‘Mexico’s next major ‘it’ destination’, Riviera Nayarit, Conrad Hotels &…
read moreResort in the Cayman Islands achieves Silver LEED certification Developed by Dart and designed by SB Architects, Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa and The Residences at Seafire in the Cayman Islands have achieved LEED Silver sustainability certification… Following a rigorous certification process, Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa and The Residences at Seafire have achieved LEED Silver certification, becoming the first resort…
read moreFeature: Designing the ‘live like a local’ experience Hotel Designs spends time understanding a new hotel concept from SB Architects that is said to “switch on the senses, capture imagination and transport guests on a journey though a mobile-canvas of captivating landscapes”… Luxury travelers are increasingly seeking unique, authentic and immersive experiences. They are becoming more curious and bold in…
read moreSPOTLIGHT ON: 7 hotel concepts on the boards that will rock your world During this month’s Spotlight On Hotel Concepts, editor Hamish Kilburn identifies the projects on the boards that are taking international hotel design to unseen heights… The hotels that are currently opening around the globe are impressive, innovative and are a reaction to the ever-evolving demands of the…
read moreHotel Designs editor Hamish Kilburn breaks down the week with the top five stories… With our focus this month being on fabrics, textiles and soft furnishings, weaving together this week’s top five stories has been one that I have thoroughly enjoyed. Mitre Linen has put the topic of soft furnishings firmly in the spotlight to unveil new ways in which hotels…
read moreSB Architects has announced several new planned communities and destinations in China, including two new winery boutique hotels… From winery resorts in Dalian and Beijing to mixed-use developments in emerging areas, SB Architects has announced master planned projects for its Chinese clients looking to capitalise on the China’s growing luxury lifestyle industry. “Master planned projects continue to emerge in China, providing more opportunities…
read moreHilton has announced plans to welcome the luxury Waldorf Astoria Cancun and the all-inclusive Hilton Cancun resort to the global hospitality company’s growing portfolio in Mexico. Developed by Parks Hospitality and set to open in 2021, the neighbouring properties will feature distinct characteristics and amenities across 100 acres of Caribbean beachfront. Set to deliver a truly unforgettable experience for guests,…
read moreThe design concept for the multi-million dollar transformation of Vintage House and Hotel Villagio in Napa Valley has been revealed. A team of the world’s most sought-after interior designers, architects, landscape designers and talent were assembled by owners Brookfield to bring the new luxury vision to life and further enhance the property’s legacy in the community. Leading hospitality interior design…
read more1 Hotels, the luxury lifestyle hotel brand, has announced that it will expand its portfolio in the USA and internationally with three new destinations, including Haitang Bay, Sanya (China), Cabo San Lucas (Mexico) and Silicon Valley (CA). The three new projects announced are in addition to the brand’s forthcoming, highly-anticipated 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge opening this month, and existing properties,…
read moreKimpton Hotels & Restaurants has made waves this week as it opens the doors of its first Caribbean property Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa, located along the famed Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman. Seafire marks the boutique hotel company’s first foray into the international luxury resort market and is Grand Cayman’s first new hotel in more than a decade.…
read moreSB Architects and the Mission Hills Group are pleased to announce the completion of Mission Hills Volcanic Mineral Springs and Spa, one of the world’s largest spa destination, on the Northern coast of China’s Hainan Island. The spa and volcanic mineral springs comprise a major component of Mission Hills ▪ Haikou, a five-star resort offering a wide range of wellness,…
read moreSurface Design Show preview: the speakers programme unveiled Attendees at Surface Design Show 2024 will be spoilt for choice, with over 20 talks that delve into sustainability, trend predictions and the careers of some Industry Legends… With Surface Design Show preparing to open its doors to London’s Business Design Centre, it is thrilled to announce its stellar speaker’s programme for…
read moreInside Grand Velas Boutique Hotel Los Cabos Mexican Hotel Collection Velas Resorts expands its portfolio with a new hotel in Los Cabos that shelters a distinctly local design narrative born from collaboration… Grand Velas Boutique Hotel Los Cabos, a new all-inclusive resort and concept from Mexico’s Velas Resorts, is now open, marking the brand’s third hotel. Ricardo Elias, Principal of…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotel openings expected in 2024 (Q1 & Q2) Jumping straight into a year that promises to be a rollercoaster of hotel design and development, writer Pauline Brettell kicks off 2024 with an edit of the hottest hotel openings scheduled for Q1 and Q2… While the hospitality design arena is usually all about pushing boundaries, on the flipside…
read moreEditor checks in: the hotel openings to watch in 2024 As we prepare to round-off 2023 in style, Hamish Kilburn, Editor of Hotel Designs, has this year’s final words, picking out which hotel openings in 2024 should be on your radar… We love looking ahead here at Hotel Designs; exploring emerging trends – think gamechanging next-gen hotel concepts like disappearing…
read moreIntroducing the top 25 Brit List Hoteliers of 2023 Rounding off this year’s three-part editorial series to celebrate The Brit List 2023, here are the names of the top 25 hoteliers in Britain who were profiled and recognised in this year’s campaign… As tradition, and true to form, in the extensive campaign to find the true influencers, the team at…
read moreAs part of Hotel Designs’ deep dive into all things sustainability we talked to Michael Mulhall from Dernier & Hamlyn who shared his experience of how its clients are working with them to develop innovative hotel lighting by reusing bespoke light fittings… Guide to Hotel Design It wasn’t long ago that the vast majority of interior designers operating in the luxury…
read moreIntroducing the top 25 Brit List Interior Designers of 2023 Earlier this month, The Brit List 2023 was published, which profiles the leading interior designers, architects and hoteliers in Britain, following the projects that have completed throughout this year. Kickstarting a three-part editorial series, here are The Brit List Interior Designers of 2023… Yet again, The Brit List Awards 2023…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in November 2023 Hamish Kilburn, Editor of Hotel Designs, takes the industry on a worldwide adventure to discover the hottest hotels that will open in November 2023… While November is a time for us on the editorial design at Hotel Designs to celebrate the real influencers of the hotel design industry – with The Brit…
read moreLUUME Fires is a go-to manufacturer of bespoke fire features within hospitality, commercial and residential sectors. Distinguished by premium quality, LUUME tables boast intelligent attributes including integrated speakers, sophisticated lighting and seamless integration with automation software. Impeccably constructed from top-tier materials, the tables are versatile for a multitude of projects. LUUME Fires offers a diverse array of fire options, encompassing…
read morePart 81: 6 pitfalls to avoid when specifying stone In part two of Hotel Designs’ exclusive editorial series with Stone Federation, we share some of the common mishaps designers and architects encounter when specifying stone… Natural stone is a truly versatile material with a rich history of being used to create memorable, durable and sustainable hotels, both inside and out.…
read moreWoods Bagot explores ‘the future’ of the luxury hotel design In pursuit of wonder – the future of the luxury hotel industry is written in the difference between visiting a place and experiencing a destination. Samer Charara, Woods Bagot Principal and Dubai Studio Chair, explores why hotels are leaving behind escape in favour of experience… In his role at Woods…
read moreInside newly opened The Peninsula London The doors are open, and Hotel Designs can finally get its foot in the door of The Peninsula London, designed by Hopkins Architects, Peter Marino and a plethora of British crafts men and women… Designed to evoke a contemporary take of quintessentially British hospitality, located in between Hyde Park Corner and Wellington Arch, The…
read morePanel discussion: adding context in luxury hotel design The hotel design community were invited to a live panel discussion at the Gabriel Scott showroom in Mayfair to watch what one audience member described as ‘the most honest conversation the industry has heard this year’. Editor Hamish Kilburn, who chaired the exclusive chat between Alessandro Munge (Studio Munge), Elizabeth Walton (ReardonSmith…
read moreMeet the judges for The Brit List Awards 2023 The judges for The Brit List Awards 2023 have been announced weeks before the application / nomination process closes for the 12 individual award categories, which remain free to enter… For six years, The Brit List Awards, powered by Hotel Designs, has celebrated the leading interiors designers, architects, hoteliers and suppliers operating…
read moreRoundtable: stimulating wellness through design ‘Stimulating wellness through design’ is a topic that is unquestionably under scrutiny. To cut through the sensory noise, Editor Hamish Kilburn, along with six leading designers, delved into the challenges and opportunities being faced as the experience and expectations of wellness in hospitality evolves… At a time when hotels and the hospitality sector are taking…
read moreRoundtable: translating trends in hotel design Editor Hamish Kilburn gathered a cluster of designers inside the Sanipex showroom during Clerkenwell Design Week to moderate his most sensitive roundtable to date, translating trends in hotel design… Love ’em or hate ’em, trends have been shaping and reshaping the hotel design and wider hospitality industry for decades. Whether you choose to be…
read moreJames Huntly, Founder of AboundStudio, explores how hotels, through introducing adaptive design, can create an impactful experience that reflects true brand identity… Guide to Hotel Design In the ever-evolving landscape of the hospitality industry, successful hotel brands understand the importance of creating a cohesive and authentic experience for their guests. Expanding from a singular brand with one hotel to a…
read moreIn conversation with: James Bermingham, CEO of Virgin Hotels Rob McGibbon sits down with James Bermingham, CEO of Virgin Hotels, to discuss competition, growth strategy, fashion’s role in hotel design and the faint possibility of a Dublin arrival… Virgin Hotels is starting to hit its stride, with eight hotels now open and many more in the pipeline. Leading this expansion…
read moreRound-up of Clerkenwell Design Week 2023 Stepping out of the train and into the Clerkenwell sunshine, rose-tinted glasses aside, the trademark pink stripes were unavoidable and led the way – winding through the district punctuated by design statements, creative inflatables and some fairly regular Aperol Spritz stations! Writer Pauline Brettell looks back at some of the highlights of the week……
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in June 2023 Here’s our exclusive editor’s pick of the hottest hotels opening – or re-emerging from renovation – in June 2023. In this round-up, we have selected VIP arrivals from New York, Greece, Italy, Portugal and more… In the wake of a busy show season following Salone del Mobile and Clerkenwell Design Week, June…
read moreMaking brass taps from sandcastles – in the factory with Perrin & Rowe Editor Hamish Kilburn was given a sneak-peek preview of House of Rohl’s new RIBA-approved CPD course for Perrin & Rowe. Inside the bathroom brand’s Wolverhampton factory, designers and architects will soon be able to learn all stages of the manufacturing process, which starts with grains of sand……
read moreDESIGN POD explores hotels designed with nature Episode 31 of DESIGN POD, the design podcast for all designers and architects, goes off the beaten track. Editor Hamish Kilburn shares a powerful interview with Dereck Joubert, Co-Founder of Great Plains, to understand the emotional relationship between nature and design… For the latest episode of DESIGN POD, sponsored by Geberit, we are…
read moreInside Hamilton Litestat: where design innovation is in the DNA Hamilton Litestat, Heading Partner at MEET UP London, should need little introduction. But in case it does, we caught up with Gavin Williams, Sales and Marketing Director at the Bristol-based company, to find out what makes this decorative wiring accessories powerhouse special… Established over six decades as a world-renowned designer…
read moreLedsC4 unveils new decorative lighting innovations The new designs from LedsC4 offer greater design customisation with options for a limitless creative experience… New look, new lights – LedsC4 is launching its new catalogue to coincide with its change of visual identity, a creative project that bears the mark of the Mucho studio with artistic direction from interior designer Isern Serra.…
read moreWorkspace Design Show announces an inspiring speaker line-up Workspace Design Show returns for the second time, unveiling an exciting speaker line-up as part of its 2023 edition. Taking place once again at London’s Business Design Centre, the show brings together the UK’s workplace interiors community to explore the experience of tomorrow’s workspaces… The Workspace Design Show will take place in…
read moreHyperion Tiles showcase seven new designs to transform a compact bathroom Hyperion Tiles, specialist in bespoke wall and flooring solutions, has released seven new tile designs which will instantly take a compact bathroom to new heights… The new ranges from Hyperion Tiles have been designed and produced by two leading tiles manufacturers Bert & May and Ca’ Pietra. Bert &…
read moreHottest hotel openings expected in 2023 (Q3 & Q4) Of all the hotel openings expected to unfold in 2023, Hotel Designs has been projecting which properties will truly set new standards in hotel design and hospitality. In the second article in our special ‘hotel openings’ editorial series, Editor Hamish Kilburn gives his pick of the new hotels to look out…
read moreYear in review: 12 months of networking from NEWH UK Chapter The NEWH UK Chapter celebrated its 20th anniversary this year with an appropriately jam-packed schedule of events designed to connect those working in the hospitality industry, and in doing so, support the next generation by raising scholarship funds for students studying interior design and architecture… NEWH is an international…
read moreHyatt pipeline: 13 new hotels between now and 2025 A strong pipeline of luxury openings and development projects has signalled Hyatt’s continued commitment to catering to high-end travellers in new and desirable markets as it announces an impressive list of openings over the next three years across Europe, Africa and the Middle East (EAME). Here’s what we know… Hyatt has…
read moreIntroducing the top 25 Brit List Hoteliers of 2022 This month has been punctuated by the editorial series celebrating the publication of The Brit List 2022. Following on the designers and architects that we have already profiled, here is the third and final instalment in this series. Introducing top 25 hoteliers in Britain — individuals who have not only made…
read more5 hotel concepts that were out of this world in 2022 Designers, architects and hoteliers have answered the brief in style, calling for innovative, ground-breaking and conscious hospitality developments that will change the game in luxury travel forever. Editor Hamish Kilburn shares his top picks of hotel concepts that broke boundaries in 2022… Albert Einstein famously once said it best:…
read moreWhite Elephant Nantucket reimagined In anticipation of the 100th anniversary of the landmark White Elephant Nantucket, White Elephant Resorts, has engaged Elkus Manfredi Architects to design a top-to-bottom transformation and renovation of the iconic hotel… Following on from the design firm’s multi-award winning renovation of White Elephant Palm Beach, the anticipated transformation of White Elephant Nantucket will create a bright,…
read moreTara by Dornbracht – a design classic that keeps reinventing itself With Tara, Dornbracht and Sieger Design have laid the foundations for a totally new bathroom culture. The minimalist, elegant design language of the fitting has had an impact in a wide variety of contexts ever since, making a significant contribution in turning the bathroom into an aesthetically appealing living…
read moreReminding the industry how the hotel sector can maximise its social and economic impact, Andy Jansons, Managing Director of Jansons Properties, writes about the direct, indirect and social affects of good hospitality and hotel design… Guide to Hotel Design Hotels provide far more than just a bed to sleep in when you are away from home. They are hubs of…
read moreIn conversation with: Jon Bond, Head of Projects (UK), Roca & Laufen While experiencing the Everything Flows exhibition at the Roca London Gallery, a display showcasing the decade-short collaboration between the showroom and Zaha Hadid Design, Editor Hamish Kilburn caught up with Jon Bond, Head of Projects (UK) at Roca and Laufen to capture the evolution of wellness through his…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotel openings in October 2022 With Autumn well and truly fallen, Editor Hamish Kilburn shares his pick of the hottest hotel openings expected to make the most meaningful noise in October… A wise man, James E. Faust, once said that ‘a rebirth out of spiritual adversity causes us to become new creatures’, and I think the same…
read moreedyn announces sixth Locke in London edyn, the hybrid hospitality pioneer which has shaken up the extended stay sector, has announced the expansion of its lifestyle brand Locke with the acquisition of the NH hotel in London’s exclusive Kensington and Chelsea district. The hotel is being designed by London-based architects and designers Atelier Ochre, alongside interior design specialists House of…
read moreIntroducing Corbello Loxstone, manufacturers of the finest luxury wine storage products for hospitality, retail and residential properties globally. The company proudly designs and manufactures all of its products in Britain, working closely with interior designers, architects and contractors who predominantly focus on prime and super prime developments. Image credit: Corbello Loxstone Its main products include the unique Wine Bottle Pins,…
read moreThe importance of colour – an artist’s perspective With colour being the vibrant thread that runs through the work of artist Frances Bildner, she is a strong advocate of the transformative power of art in any environment. We caught up with her to ask the simple but loaded question – what’s so important about colour…? There is no doubt that…
read morePart 67: why the ‘workation’ trend is booming right now The latest trend to soar in travel and hospitality is the ‘workation’. A study carried out by Anywork Anywhere reveals that searches for the term have increased by 445 per cent, and here’s why… As remote working becomes the new norm, and the hotel design arena adapts to new travel…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in August 2022 Turning up the heat, Editor Hamish Kilburn explores some of the hottest hotels that will be emerging on the hospitality scene this August – including an anything but standard jewel in Bangkok, first-time arrivals in Doha and Greece and an icon making itself known over in New York… From the balmy climates…
read moreCase study: CTD Architectural Tiles makes a statement in Antwerp Drawing on its extensive experience of working in the UK hotel sector, leading commercial tile supplier CTD Architectural Tiles was chosen to curate a unique tile package for the refurbishment of the Mercure Antwerp City Centre Hotel in Belgium… Located in the heart of Antwerp’s historic city centre, the Mercure…
read moreSneak peek: inside Virgin Hotels Glasgow We step inside Virgin Hotels Glasgow, the second Virgin Hotels to launch in the UK, ahead of its official opening slated for December… Situated on the banks of River Clyde, is the newest addition to the Virgin portfolio, Virgin Hotels Glasgow. The hotel was developed by Silk Property Group, which selected Twenty First Architects…
read moreFirst look at Naviva, A Four Seasons Resort in Mexico Naviva, a Four Seasons Resort located at Punta Mita, Mexico, on a private peninsula overlooking the Pacific Ocean, is the brand’s first adult-only luxury tented resort in the Americas – we flipped back the designer tent to take a closer look… Naviva, Punta Mita, Mexico, is slated to open in…
read moreRound-up of Clerkenwell Design Week 2022 Clerkenwell Design Week arrived back in familiar territory last week; leading conversations around trends and showcasing the best in British and international design. Hotel Designs was proud to be part of the process – hosting parties, panel discussions, roundtables, visiting showrooms in between and connecting with designers while exploring all that the week had…
read moreKohler is known for quality and design. The brand’s kitchen and bathroom products are synonymous with luxury while incorporating smart saving designs and advanced technologies for beautiful spaces which consider the environment. Image credit: Kohler The Kohler Experience Centre in Clerkenwell, London, is the first of its kind in Europe and acts as an important design hub for the creative…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotel openings in April 2022 From transformed ranches in Napa Valley to cliff-hanging hotels on the Amalfi Coast, and properties setting new standards in hotel and hospitality, the hotels opening in April are to be ignored at your peril. Editor Hamish Kilburn writes… Welcome to spring, a time for rebirth, rejuvenation, renewal, resurrection and regrowth – and we…
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