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high volume and pillars in the lobby of NH Collection Milano

News / 11.10.2022

‘Take me to church’: inside NH Collection Milano CityLife

‘Take me to church’: inside NH Collection Milano CityLife The NH Collection Hotel Group has opened its 12th hotel in Milan, taking guests on...

aerial view of Schloss Roxburghe Hotel and Golf Course in Scotland

News / 10.10.2022

Destination by Hyatt set to debut in the UK

By: Pauline Brettell

Destination by Hyatt set to debut in the UK The luxury country estate of Schloss Roxburghe Hotel and Golf Course, located in the Scottish...

restaurant and terrace design with ceiling mural and wicker lighting

/ 10.10.2022

IHG Hotels & Resorts partners with Grape Hospitality

By: Pauline Brettell

IHG Hotels & Resorts partners with Grape Hospitality IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced a five-strong hotel signing agreement across southern Europe with Grape...

entrance and courtyard to edyn hotel Locke Paris

News / 10.10.2022

edyn arrives in Paris

By: Pauline Brettell

edyn arrives in Paris edyn is taking its lifestyle aparthotel brand Locke to Paris with the acquisition of a historic property in the cosmopolitan...

view over pool at Tivoli La Caleta Resort in Tenerife

News / 07.10.2022

Tivoli set to debut in Tenerife

By: Pauline Brettell

Tivoli set to debut in Tenerife Tivoli Hotels & Resorts announces its expansion in Europe with the brand’s upcoming debut in Spain. The luxury...

News / 06.10.2022

Marriott to debut Fairfield by Marriott brand in Europe and the Middle East

By: Pauline Brettell

Marriott to debut Fairfield by Marriott brand in Europe and the Middle East Six new Fairfield properties are set to join the Marriott portfolio...

News / 06.10.2022

Winners of the 2022 Independent Hotel Show announced

By: Hamish Kilburn

Winners of the 2022 Independent Hotel Show announced The winners of the 10th annual Independent Hotel Show Awards were announced on October 4 at...

view across pool to fountain at Marriott Khao Lak

News / 06.10.2022

Marriott Khao Lak opens its doors on the Andaman coast

By: Pauline Brettell

Marriott Khao Lak opens its doors on the Andaman coast Boasting the longest swimming pool in Southeast Asia, JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort has...

table designed for Town Hall Hotel Bethnal Green by Jan Hendzel

News / 05.10.2022

Town Hall Hotel – reimagined to stimulate creativity

By: Pauline Brettell

Town Hall Hotel – reimagined to stimulate creativity Located in the energetic inner-city hub of Bethnal Green, Town Hall Hotel has partnered with the...

aerial view of island and guestrooms over lagoon at Emerald Collection Faarufushi

News / 04.10.2022

Emerald Faarufushi brings barefoot elegance to the Maldives

By: Pauline Brettell

Emerald Faarufushi brings barefoot elegance to the Maldives The Emerald Collection has announced the opening of its second Maldivian luxury property in Raa Atoll...

News / 04.10.2022

Africa’s first Waldorf Astoria to debut in Morocco

By: Pauline Brettell

Africa’s first Waldorf Astoria to debut in Morocco Hilton has announced the signing of an agreement with Star Hill Tanger SA to open Waldorf...

Rosewood London - lighting in bar at Holborn Dining

Exclusive / 04.10.2022

In the factory with: lighting brand Dernier & Hamlyn

By: Hamish Kilburn

In the factory with: lighting brand Dernier & Hamlyn On the outskirts of London, in Chessington, Editor Hamish Kilburn arrived at Dernier & Hamlyn’s...

Man sipping drink at the memebers club at The Other House

Exclusive / 03.10.2022

HIX preview: behind the curtain of hotel members’ clubs

By: Hamish Kilburn

HIX preview: behind the curtain of hotel members’ clubs As part of the HIX Talks programme, Hamish Kilburn, Editor, Hotel Designs, will moderate a...

Rosewood hotel that is tented on a hill top

Exclusive / 03.10.2022

VIP arrivals: hottest hotel openings in October 2022

By: Hamish Kilburn

VIP arrivals: hottest hotel openings in October 2022 With Autumn well and truly fallen, Editor Hamish Kilburn shares his pick of the hottest hotel...

render of the new Vesper Bar in The Dorchester

News / 30.09.2022

Sneak peek: The Dorchester’s new Vesper Bar

By: Pauline Brettell

Sneak peek: The Dorchester’s new Vesper Bar Charged with transforming the legendary cocktail institution The Bar at The Dorchester, designer Martin Brudnizki has been...

swimming pool at claridges spa London by Andre Fu Studio

News / 30.09.2022

André Fu designs first Spa for Claridge’s

By: Pauline Brettell

André Fu designs first Spa for Claridge’s In a groundbreaking project that has seen teams of experts excavate five floors into London clay in...

The Inclusive Hotel Room concept by Cocoon & Bauer for The Independent Hotel Show

Feature / 29.09.2022

Exclusive: a preview of The Inclusive Hotel Room at Independent Hotel Show

By: Pauline Brettell

Exclusive: a preview of The Inclusive Hotel Room at Independent Hotel Show A key feature of the upcoming Independent Hotel Show will be The Inclusive...

plunge pool and cityscape at Rosewood Thara House Bangkok

Hotel Development / 29.09.2022

A look at Rosewood’s Southeast Asia pipeline

By: Pauline Brettell

A look at Rosewood’s Southeast Asia pipeline Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is adding to its global portfolio of luxury properties as it re-emerges in...

restaurant in The Quid a hotel by voco Venice Mestre

News / 28.09.2022

The Quid – a new lifestyle address in Venice

By: Pauline Brettell

The Quid – a new lifestyle address in Venice The new voco Venice Mestre, The Quid, is a project developed by interior design firm...

Podcast / 27.09.2022

Reasons to listen to the latest episode of DESIGN POD on ‘lean luxury’

By: Hamish Kilburn

Reasons to listen to the latest episode of DESIGN POD on ‘lean luxury’ Other than hearing Editor Hamish Kilburn, host of DESIGN POD, and...

lighting design by Ago Lighting at Design London 2022

Review / 27.09.2022

Exclusive round-up: London Design Festival 2022

By: Pauline Brettell

Exclusive round-up: London Design Festival 2022 London Design Festival 2022 was a week of events, exhibitions and installations as the entire city provided a...

curved mosaic wall by TREND Group for W Dubai The Palm Hotel

Feature / 26.09.2022

TREND takes curve appeal to W Dubai The Palm

By: Pauline Brettell

TREND takes curve appeal to W Dubai The Palm The TREND Group has applied colourful creativity to the designer curves of the W Dubai...

Hotel Development / 26.09.2022

Marriott to take EDITION lakeside in Como

By: Pauline Brettell

Marriott to take EDITION lakeside in Como Marriott International has signed an agreement with Bain Capital Credit and Omnam Group to take the EDITION...

News / 23.09.2022

room2 to open three more net-zero hotels

By: Hamish Kilburn

room2 to open three more net-zero hotels Real estate investor and developer Lamington Group has announced plans to open three new net zero room2...

Exclusive / 22.09.2022

Panel discussion: texture, colour and materials in bathroom design

By: Hamish Kilburn

Panel discussion: texture, colour and materials in bathroom design With the aim to define how bathrooms are evolving, Hotel Designs, in association with Bathroom...

view across the lobby of Prague Marriott

Feature / 21.09.2022

Inside the newly designed Prague Marriott

By: Pauline Brettell

Inside the newly designed Prague Marriott twenty2degrees Design Partnership has recently completed an extensive refurbishment of the Prague Marriott, weaving references to Czech Cubism...

EDITION Tampa guestroom in white with views over Tampa at sunset

Feature / 20.09.2022

First look: inside The Tampa EDITION – a jewel in the crown

By: Pauline Brettell

First look: inside The Tampa EDITION – a jewel in the crown The creative force behind the Tampa EDITION reads like a who's who...

wood panelling and oil paintings above the fireplace in the commons club bar in Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Feature / 16.09.2022

How the design of Virgin Hotels Edinburgh came to life

By: Pauline Brettell

How the design of Virgin Hotels Edinburgh came to life Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town and a UNESCO World Heritage site,...

LUX better hands rubbing against a surface

Feature / 15.09.2022

Design & wellbeing: how to stimulate wellness through touch

By: Hamish Kilburn

Design & wellbeing: how to stimulate wellness through touch In the second article in an exclusive ‘wellness series’ with Hotel Designs, interior designer Wren...

view across Madrid from roof terrace suite at Thompson Madrid

News / 14.09.2022

Thompson opens its doors in Madrid

By: Pauline Brettell

Thompson opens its doors in Madrid The opening of the first Thompson Hotels branded property in Spain marks a significant milestone for Hyatt as...

velvet seating, wood and foliage in the atrium on The Ned Nomad

Feature / 14.09.2022

First look: inside The Ned NoMad in Manhattan

By: Pauline Brettell

First look: inside The Ned NoMad in Manhattan As the first Ned to open in North America, Soho House Design collaborated with Stonehill Taylor...

DESIGN POD Sue Timney and The Water Tower in Kennington

Podcast / 13.09.2022

Why listen to the latest DESIGN POD episode on British design?

By: Hamish Kilburn

Why listen to the latest DESIGN POD episode on British design? That's right, episode 22 of DESIGN POD, the podcast for all design and...

art collection in The Other House upcycled by Bergman Interiors

Feature / 13.09.2022

Bold brushstrokes: the art inside The Other House, South Kensington

By: Pauline Brettell

Bold brushstrokes: the art inside The Other House, South Kensington Bergman Design House, the design studio behind the interiors of South Kensington’s hottest new...

new guestroom design by Sparcstudio for Sopwell House Hotel

News / 12.09.2022

Sopwell House gets a further ‘sparc’ of creativity

By: Pauline Brettell

Sopwell House gets a further ‘sparc’ of creativity Sparcstudio, an independent, creative design studio with a reputation for excellence in the spa, wellness, hotel...

proposed design for the parlour in Locke Kensington

News / 12.09.2022

edyn announces sixth Locke in London

By: Pauline Brettell

edyn announces sixth Locke in London edyn, the hybrid hospitality pioneer which has shaken up the extended stay sector, has announced the expansion of...

seating and fireplace in the Scandic Helsinki Hub Coworking Lounge

News / 12.09.2022

The latest from Scandic in downtown Helsinki

By: Pauline Brettell

The latest from Scandic in downtown Helsinki Scandic Helsinki Hub has opened its doors in the Finnish capital. Located in downtown Helsinki, the hotel...

aerial view of Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah

News / 09.09.2022

Hilton opens its 600th property – Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah

By: Pauline Brettell

Hilton opens its 600th property – Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah Hilton takes it’s flagship brand to Dubai’s world-famous island destination, opening its 600th property...

lobby design InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta

News / 09.09.2022

InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta – a redesign in Southern style

By: Pauline Brettell

InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta – a redesign in Southern style As the first major renovation since the InterContinental Atlanta's inception in 2004, the property’s redesign...

Robert Godwin, Managing Director, Lamington Group speaking passionately about truly sustainable buildings. | Image credit: Simon Callaghan Photography

News / 08.09.2022

AHC 2022 puts levelling up on the agenda

By: Pauline Brettell

AHC 2022 puts levelling up on the agenda The Annual Hotel Conference (AHC), one of the leading events for the UK hospitality investment industry,...

outdoor seating at Habitas Caravan Agafay overlooking pool

News / 08.09.2022

Habitas prepares to set up camp in Morocco

By: Pauline Brettell

Habitas prepares to set up camp in Morocco Rooted in the concepts of play, imagination and connection and inspired by Burning Man, Caravan Agafay...

Designs sitting on sofas on rooftop of Ham Yard Hotel for roundtable discussion

Exclusive / 07.09.2022

Roundtable: wellness & sensory experience in hospitality design

By: Hamish Kilburn

Roundtable: wellness & sensory experience in hospitality design For Hotel Designs' latest roundtable, in association with GROHE, Editor Hamish Kilburn welcomed renowned designers onto...

artist Yinka Ilori outside the Bulgari hotel in London holding napkins designed for afternoon tea collaboration

News / 07.09.2022

Afternoon tea with Yinka Ilori and Bulgari

By: Pauline Brettell

Afternoon tea with Yinka Ilori and Bulgari Celebrating its 1oth year in London, contemporary Italian hotel Bulgari London, has commissioned the London-based British-Nigerian artist...

Podcast / 06.09.2022

Have you heard? DESIGN POD episode 21 is live!

By: Hamish Kilburn

Have you heard? DESIGN POD episode 21 is live! Holly Hallam, the Managing Director for Design LSM, was Editor Hamish Kilburn's special guest this...

News / 06.09.2022

Preview: London Design Festival 2022 – what to look forward to

By: Pauline Brettell

Preview: London Design Festival 2022 – what to look forward to As well as London Design Festival celebrating and promoting London as the design...

inflatable birthday sculpture by Jack Irving for Mondrian Shoreditch

Feature / 06.09.2022

Mondrian Shoreditch celebrates first birthday in the most Jack Irving of ways

By: Pauline Brettell

Mondrian Shoreditch celebrates first birthday in the most Jack Irving of ways Fashion designer Jack Irving, who famously dressed Lady Gaga in that urchin...

Exclusive / 05.09.2022

The Brit List Awards 2022: shortlist announced

By: Hamish Kilburn

The Brit List Awards 2022: shortlist announced The shortlist for The Brit List Awards 2022 has been announced, with more than 140 individuals and projects...

eclectic colour and pattern in Le Grand Mazarin Paris

News / 02.09.2022

Sneak peek: Introducing Maisons Pariente’s flamboyant Parisian address

By: Pauline Brettell

Sneak peek: Introducing Maisons Pariente’s flamboyant Parisian address Le Grand Mazarin in Paris, will be the fourth hotel to be added to the Maisons...

sunbeds and swimming pool at Brown Beach Eretria by Brown Hotels

Feature / 01.09.2022

VIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in September 2022

By: Pauline Brettell

VIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in September 2022 From luxury brands to barefoot on the beach, this months VIP openings covers it all. The...

New York Marriott Marquis Broadway Lounge-view over Times square New York

Feature / 31.08.2022

An icon reinvented: New York Marriott Marquis renovated & reimagined

By: Pauline Brettell

An icon reinvented: New York Marriott Marquis renovated & reimagined The celebrated Times Square Hotel New York Marriott Marquis, the Marriott signature flag, has...

brick walls and metal stairs loft style decor at Radisson RED Gdansk

News / 31.08.2022

Radisson RED arrives in Poland

By: Pauline Brettell

Radisson RED arrives in Poland Radisson RED Gdańsk, the first Radisson RED property in Poland has opened its doors, taking Radisson Hotel Group’s portfolio...

Waldorf Astoria Kuwait lobby with central sculptural clock feature

News / 31.08.2022

Waldorf Astoria makes its debut in Kuwait

By: Pauline Brettell

Waldorf Astoria makes its debut in Kuwait Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of the highly anticipated Waldorf Astoria Kuwait, a...

Podcast / 30.08.2022

Listen now: ‘energy-positive hotels’ is the theme for ep. 20 of DESIGN POD

By: Hamish Kilburn

Listen now: ‘energy-positive hotels’ is the theme for ep. 20 of DESIGN POD Listen up. The latest episode of DESIGN POD has dropped, and...

guestroom at Brown Beach by Brown Hotels Eretria

News / 30.08.2022

Brown Hotels takes ‘Brown Beach’ to Greece

By: Pauline Brettell

Brown Hotels takes ‘Brown Beach’ to Greece International hotel collection Brown Hotels has announced the opening of two new properties from its new four-star...

aerial view of Hilton Burau Bay Resort Langkawi

News / 26.08.2022

Hilton’s flagship brand to debut in Langkawi

By: Pauline Brettell

Hilton’s flagship brand to debut in Langkawi Hilton has announced the signing of an agreement with Tradewinds Corporation Berhad to expand Hilton’s flagship brand...

The Forum Events Interior Design & Architecture Summit – June 30th @ Hilton London Canary Wharf. Picture: DANNY LOO

Feature / 25.08.2022

Hotel Summit & Tech in Hospitality Summit 2022 unveil speaker line-up

By: Hamish Kilburn

Hotel Summit & Tech in Hospitality Summit 2022 unveil speaker line-up With just over a month to go until hoteliers and suppliers will attend...

The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali

Feature / 25.08.2022

The Laguna Nusa Dua – reimagined & relaunched

By: Pauline Brettell

The Laguna Nusa Dua – reimagined & relaunched The Laguna, A Luxury Collection property by Marriott International in Nusa Dua, has been completely renovated,...

Bathrooms / 24.08.2022

In conversation with: Toni ElKadi on maximising the hotel bathroom experience

By: Pauline Brettell

In conversation with: Toni ElKadi on maximising the hotel bathroom experience With the bathroom playing an increasingly important role when it comes to selecting...

Akaryn Group Aleenta Chiang Mai Resort & Spa

News / 24.08.2022

Akaryn Group takes Aleenta to Chiang Mai

By: Pauline Brettell

Akaryn Group takes Aleenta to Chiang Mai Following the success of the Aleenta Resorts & Spas in Phuket and Hua Hin, the luxury boutique...

Feature / 23.08.2022

The importance of colour – an artist’s perspective

By: Pauline Brettell

The importance of colour – an artist’s perspective With colour being the vibrant thread that runs through the work of artist Frances Bildner, she...

evening view across swimming pool to guestrooms at Danae Suites Santorini

Feature / 23.08.2022

Monterock International opens its second Santorini property

By: Pauline Brettell

Monterock International opens its second Santorini property Monterock International (MRI), a global private equity holding company, has announced its launch of Danae Suites Santorini,...

News / 23.08.2022

The Brit List Awards 2022 – early bird tickets now on sale!

By: Pauline Brettell

The Brit List Awards 2022 – early bird tickets now on sale! Come (back) to the cabaret, old chum! We are preparing a performance...

News / 22.08.2022

Nobu Hospitality celebrates 30th hotel milestone

By: Pauline Brettell

Nobu Hospitality celebrates 30th hotel milestone Nobu Hospitality, has announced the launch of a Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences in the chic beach destination...

Podcast / 22.08.2022

LISTEN NOW: Ep 19 of DESIGN POD explores unconventional design details

By: Hamish Kilburn

LISTEN NOW: Ep 19 of DESIGN POD explores unconventional design details The dynamic design duo from INODA + SVEJE sit on the DESIGN POD...

Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences New Cairo Capital at Madinaty

News / 19.08.2022

Four Seasons announces Egyptian expansion

By: Pauline Brettell

Four Seasons announces Egyptian expansion Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, in partnership with real estate development corporation Talaat Moustafa Group, has announced its plans...

guestroom with views over the city at Downtown L.A Proper

News / 18.08.2022

Inside Downtown L.A. Proper – a Kelly Wearstler design

By: Pauline Brettell

Inside Downtown L.A. Proper – a Kelly Wearstler design The latest addition to the Proper Hospitality portfolio, Downtown L.A Proper has opened its doors...

white on white with a view at the honeymoon suite at Radisson Resort Plaza Skiathos

News / 16.08.2022

Sought after Sporades – Radisson opens in Skiathos

By: Pauline Brettell

Sought after Sporades – Radisson opens in Skiathos Radisson Hotel Group has opened its latest Greek resort, Radisson Resort Plaza Skiathos, in the Greek...

Feature / 16.08.2022

5 reasons to apply for The Brit List Awards 2022

By: Hamish Kilburn

5 reasons to apply for The Brit List Awards 2022 With nominations/applications closing on August 19 (this Friday), time is running out if you...

guestroom at Barcelo Orient with views over Jakarta

News / 15.08.2022

Barceló opens the doors of The Orient Jakarta

By: Pauline Brettell

Barceló opens the doors of The Orient Jakarta Barceló Hotel Group has opened the new Orient Jakarta in the capital of Indonesia. A Royal...

panel discussion chaired by Hotel Designs editor Hamish Kilburn at IHS

News / 15.08.2022

Independent Hotel Show launches its seminar programme

By: Pauline Brettell

Independent Hotel Show launches its seminar programme Sustainability, staffing and strategies for success will be some of the subjects in the spotlight at the...

seen from above, the Rosewood Schloss Fuschl

Hotel Development / 12.08.2022

All we know about Rosewood’s European hotel pipeline

By: Pauline Brettell

All we know about Rosewood’s European hotel pipeline Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by Arabella Hospitality to manage the legendary Hotel Schloss...

view from the beach of Kempinski Mexico, Grand Hotel Cancun

News / 12.08.2022

Kempinski Hotels makes a move on Mexico

By: Pauline Brettell

Kempinski Hotels makes a move on Mexico Kempinski Hotels is extending its footprint in the North American market through a takeover of a luxurious...

sunset view across pool at The Unbound Collection by Hyatt on Santorini

News / 11.08.2022

The Unbound Collection by Hyatt celebrates the authentic spirit of Santorini

By: Pauline Brettell

The Unbound Collection by Hyatt celebrates the authentic spirit of Santorini The highly anticipated luxury Magma Resort Santorini has opened, marking the first resort...

Image of Wren Loucks with light on her face at exhibition

Wellness / 11.08.2022

Design & wellbeing: how to stimulate wellness through sound

By: Hamish Kilburn

Design & wellbeing: how to stimulate wellness through sound In the first article in an exclusive ‘wellness series’ with Hotel Designs, interior designer Wren...

Exclusive / 11.08.2022

Roundtable: balancing design, style and tech in hotel design

By: Hamish Kilburn

Roundtable: balancing design, style and tech in hotel design High above central London, on a summer-ready rooftop at Hamilton Litestat’s showroom, Hotel Designs’ latest...

bedside table details at Nobu London Portman

News / 10.08.2022

Nobu expands its footprint in Asia Pacific

By: Pauline Brettell

Nobu expands its footprint in Asia Pacific Announcing the first Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences in Vietnam, situated along Danang’s legendary My Khe beachfront,...

Hyatt Stratford London bar area in blue and burnt orange with curved details

News / 10.08.2022

Hyatt Regency and Hyatt House London Stratford completes

By: Pauline Brettell

Hyatt Regency and Hyatt House London Stratford completes Inspired by the Golden Age of Travel, Scott Brownrigg’s design for the refurbishment of the Hyatt...

guestroom in Hotel Saski Krakow, Curio Collection by Hilton

News / 09.08.2022

Curio Collection by Hilton debut’s in Krakow

By: Pauline Brettell

Curio Collection by Hilton debut’s in Krakow The opening of Hotel Saski Krakow, Curio Collection by Hilton, marks the debut of Curio Collection by...

discussion on the innovation stage of the Independent Hotel Show

News / 09.08.2022

Registration is open for Independent Hotel Show 2022

By: Pauline Brettell

Registration is open for Independent Hotel Show 2022 It's time to save the date as visitor registration has opened for the Independent Hotel Show....

Park Hyatt Milano suite with white sofa and yellow cushions

News / 09.08.2022

A reimagined Park Hyatt Milano reopens its doors

By: Pauline Brettell

A reimagined Park Hyatt Milano reopens its doors Park Hyatt Milano has opened its doors after two years of extensively reimagining its spaces, while...

Podcast / 08.08.2022

Series 3 of DESIGN POD to land this month

By: Hamish Kilburn

Series 3 of DESIGN POD to land this month Series three of DESIGN POD – the podcast for all architecture and design enthusiasts –...

Ligne Roset sample room for Novotel designed by RF Studio

Furniture / 05.08.2022

Ligne Roset & RF Studio collaborate to design new hotel concept for Novotel

By: Pauline Brettell

Ligne Roset & RF Studio collaborate to design new hotel concept for Novotel Ligne Roset Contract, in collaboration with Belgian designer Ramy Fischler, have...

Executive Suite Bedroom inside The LaSalle Hotel in Chicago

Feature / 05.08.2022

Chicago adds glamour to skyline with The LaSalle Hotel

By: Hamish Kilburn

Chicago adds glamour to skyline with The LaSalle Hotel The design-forward and Art Deco-inspired luxury hotel, The LaSalle Hotel, sits on the top five...

swimming pool at Regent Phu Quoc with architectural poles and shade cloth installation by BLINK

/ 04.08.2022

Inspiration inside Regent Phu Quoc, designed by BLINK

By: Pauline Brettell

Inspiration inside Regent Phu Quoc, designed by BLINK We take a look at what happens when prime movers in placemaking BLINK Design Studio, team...

Balcony Suite in The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon

News / 04.08.2022

The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon opens its ‘anything but standard’ doors

By: Pauline Brettell

The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon opens its ‘anything but standard’ doors Top of our VIP arrivals list for august, The Standards Asia flagship has taken...

Feature / 03.08.2022

Inside the 106-mile mirrored wall city concept in Saudi Arabia

By: Hamish Kilburn

Inside the 106-mile mirrored wall city concept in Saudi Arabia Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman wants to turn a stretch of dessert in Saudi...

3d printed Glam Pods designed by Wimberly Interiors

Feature / 02.08.2022

Hotel concepts: flights of fancy on the hotel development scene

By: Pauline Brettell

Hotel concepts: flights of fancy on the hotel development scene From designs inspired by the 'birds and the bees' – not those ones –...

Madison suite guestroom in the Ritz Carlton New York NoMad with views over Manhattan

News / 01.08.2022

The Ritz-Carlton debuts in the heart of Manhattan

By: Pauline Brettell

The Ritz-Carlton debuts in the heart of Manhattan The newly constructed Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad, melds contemporary design and legendary service as it makes...

Editor Hamish Kilburn in front of a podcast microphone

Opinion / 01.08.2022

Editor checks in: lessons learned in hospitality design since Covid-19

By: Hamish Kilburn

Editor checks in: lessons learned in hospitality design since Covid-19 It’s coming up to two and a half years since a deadly virus aggressively...

The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon - Corner King(1)

Feature / 01.08.2022

VIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in August 2022

By: Hamish Kilburn

VIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in August 2022 Turning up the heat, Editor Hamish Kilburn explores some of the hottest hotels that will be...

News / 29.07.2022

Hilton’s elegant hilltop Mallorca Galatzo opens

By: Pauline Brettell

Hilton’s elegant hilltop Mallorca Galatzo opens Located in a serene setting between the coast and the mountains, Hilton Mallorca Galatzo blends traditional Mallorcan architecture...

round room of the presidential suite Mandarin Oriental Palace Luzern

Feature / 29.07.2022

First look inside Mandarin Oriental Palace Luzerne

By: Pauline Brettell

First look inside Mandarin Oriental Palace Luzerne Following a meticulous renovation, Lucerne’s iconic Belle Époque landmark will re-open as Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern in...

exterior view of graphic facade waterside at Barceló Tenerife

Feature / 28.07.2022

Barceló Tenerife – renovated and reopened

By: Pauline Brettell

Barceló Tenerife – renovated and reopened With a new design inspired by the shapes and colours of the volcanic surroundings, Barceló Hotel Group has...

Roundtable discussion in the Kohler showroom hosted by Hotel Designs

roundtable / 28.07.2022

Live roundtable: enhancing luxury through digital innovations

By: Pauline Brettell

Live roundtable: enhancing luxury through digital innovations Amidst the design laden schedule of Clerkenwell Design Week, Editor Hamish Kilburn, in association with Kohler, found...

News / 27.07.2022

YOTEL announces new flagship hotel in Tokyo

By: Pauline Brettell

YOTEL announces new flagship hotel in Tokyo The innovative hotel brand YOTEL has announced its first hotel in Japan. Slated to open in 2024...

apartment room in the Pullman hotel in Doha decorated in gold and cream with windows looking over city views

News / 27.07.2022

Pullman Doha West prepares to open its doors

By: Pauline Brettell

Pullman Doha West prepares to open its doors Pullman Doha West Bay, the first Pullman in the heart of Doha, is opening the doors...

The Sanctuary, The House Collective, Tokyo

Hotel Development / 26.07.2022

BREAKING: The House Collective to open first hotel outside China

By: Hamish Kilburn

BREAKING: The House Collective to open first hotel outside China Positioned in Tokyo's fashionable Shibuya district, the as-yet unnamed luxury hotel – the fifth...

guestroom in Tower Elvira with stone arches and bespoke metal bed

News / 26.07.2022

Tower Elvira – restored and open in Puglia

By: Pauline Brettell

Tower Elvira – restored and open in Puglia Following a magnificent restoration, Tower Elvira has now opened in Puglia, providing luxury hospitality and bespoke...