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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...

Cavendish collection accessible bathroom grab rail

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...

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: The July London Victoria

By: Pauline Brettell

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

view across canyon from luxury tent at Six Senses Camp Korongo resort and residential community

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...

exterior view of COMO Metropolitan Singapore looking up at building from the street

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...

view from bed, through doors onto terrace at Uga Ghiri, in Sri Lanka’s central highlands region

/ 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...

view from bed onto Philadelphia city skyline in design by 1508 for The Sky Garden, Four Seasons Philadelphia

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...

starwatching from wooden deck in Mantis Hiddn in Addo from Accor

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...

green chaair, yellow carpet and carved wooden bed in Jnane Rumi

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...

Luxury hotel bedroom at the Caledonian Edinburgh with tufted chandelier by Northern Lights

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...

wellness trends - woman lying on Ammortal infra red bed

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...

aerial view of natural grass parasols and sunloungers at Naboa Tulum

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...

Fortuna of Cappadocia, Autograph Collection, Turkiye, Marriot Hotel

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...

oversized light and colourful paintings in the play zone of Moxy Kathmandu

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...

detail - Porta romana Twisted Compton light

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...

Morea House exterior with Camps Bay beach in front and mountains behind

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,...

guestroom in The Zetter Bloomsbury designed by Thurston interiors

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...

double bed with white linen against stone wall and wooden ceiling in rosewood courcheval

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...

log cabin in snow and woods - Skyra retreat log suite

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...

roof terrace at Ruby Giulia Rome with red parasols and chairs

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,...

two wicker chairs framed by building looking out over african savannah view

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...

roof top view and terrace with pool and signage at nhow_Lima

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...

vintage lights in different shapes and colours, leather couch, plants and mannequin in 25hours Hotel The Trip redesign

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...

The opening of Waldorf Astoria Shanghai Qiantan marks the start of a new era for Waldorf Astoria in China

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...

deluxe room at The Carlton - Rocco Forte Hotels - Milan

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...

low lighting in the indoor salt pool at Eha Spa

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...

Render of Six Senses Loire Valley Residences designed by Blink

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...

wood panel and terrazzo reception desk at Hotel Flinders with design by Studio Tate

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...

Architectural and Interior Design studio AB Concept recently unveiled the latest Hong Kong chapter in the celebrated Akira Back restaurant collection.

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 Tim Peck, Chairman of OBMI,

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...

Sleep Tourism panel in collaboration with Silentnight

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...

Amazon Salon with art curated by Creative Debuts

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...

striped woven throw on bed with hand crafted cushions and wooden headboard

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...

exterior view across outdoor pool of Aroeira Collections by Missoni

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...

Close up of tiger head design on Brit LIst Awards red carpet, by Balsan

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...

looking up at facade of Hotel Arts Barcelona

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...

Dining room and bar at Miiro Palais Rudolf

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...

HD Editor Sophie Harper with 2 panellists at Independent Hotel Show 2025

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...

Brit List Awards 2025 103 room at Ministry of Sound with crowd

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...

Dark brown painted bedroom with curved ceiling

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...

green sofa and light green shutters on windows in room with wooden table at The Verse hotel in Lisbon

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...

New suite design at Sofitel London St James, blue chequered carpet with mirrored accents

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...

Image credits: By Proper / Design Hotels

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...

Six_Senses_London_Notting_Hill_Suite_Terrace_Loungers

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...

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

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...

guestroom with view over Tokyo 1 Hotel tokyo

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...

Lobby of The Charles Rocco Forte Hotel, with central table with floral arrangement and intricate circular pattern floor

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...

woven chair and ceramic face in the lobby of COMO Metropolitan Bangkok

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...

artist render for 1 Hotel Tokyo scheduled to open in 2026

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...

Diagram of floor plan for luxury hospitality room, where quiet technology is subtly integrated

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...

filtered sunlight and shadows through slatted wooden screen in Cacao BarPark Hyatt Kuala Lumpur with interiors by GA Group

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...

render of proposed COMO hotel in Carter Building melbourne

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...

architectural framework to window overlooking the sea from Rosewood hotels

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...

indoor spa pool at ski chalet with bright blue water contrasting with raw concrete walls

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...

Collage of images from Brit List Awards 2025 sponsors post

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,...

round tub seating in front of shelving display in wood and white in hotel lobby Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

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...

ochre chairs and olive green walls with stone fireplace in lounge of Trailborn Highlands hotel

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...

blue couches, neon lighting and reception desks in nhow Roma lobby

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...

Render of VIP suite at Independent Hotel Show 2025

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...

Raised on a platform and framed by bold red and green pillars, the ‘Day Bed’ structure feels at once playful and monumental. A fusion of sharp lines and organic shapes, the installation is industrial yet sumptuous. Low stools and benches in bright, Crayola hues are scattered across the tiled courtyard, inviting visitors to pause and take in the scene. With its bold palette of Plaza red and garden green, Uchronia has transformed the Hôtel Plaza Athénée courtyard space into a contemporary cubist exhibition, where – like a strange dream – a geometric bed awaits sleep outside, encased within the white walls of historic Paris.

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...

line drawing on the wall behind the desk in Jnane Rumi

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...

external view of facade with evening lighting internally One&Only in Hudson Valley

News / 25.09.2025

New One&Only resort slated for New York’s Hudson Valley

By: Pauline Brettell

New One&Only resort slated for New York’s Hudson Valley Set to open in 2028 as the first destination resort of its kind, the One&Only...

Hotel Motto in Vienna couch in alcove with mural in the LobbyReception (c) Oliver Jiszda

Hotel Design / 23.09.2025

Hotel MOTTO – art and design in the heart of Vienna

By: Pauline Brettell

Hotel MOTTO – art and design in the heart of Vienna Hotel MOTTO is a boutique art and design hotel located in the urban...

Hotel Design / 22.09.2025

Exclusive: designing AMAALA – the wellness hub healing people and planet

By: Guest Author

Exclusive: designing AMAALA – the wellness hub healing people and planet From turtle-friendly lighting to solar-powered infrastructure, Melisa Pezuk, Head of Development for AMAALA...

infinity pool in jungle setting at COMO Shambhala Wanakasa Residence Communal Area Pool

Hotel Design / 19.09.2025

A sanctuary reimagined: COMO Shambhala Estate reveals a fresh new face

By: Pauline Brettell

A sanctuary reimagined: COMO Shambhala Estate reveals a fresh new face In celebration of its 20th anniversary, flagship property COMO Shambhala Estate has unveiled...

ocean view from open plan terrace at Residence 22 at Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Peninsula Papagayo in Costa Rica

Hotel Design / 18.09.2025

Miniview: inside the exclusive Residence 22 at Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

By: Pauline Brettell

Miniview: inside the exclusive Residence 22 at Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Designed by Toronto-based CHAPI Design, Residence 22 at Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is...

Corian floors and curved Corian walls in white

In Conversation / 17.09.2025

In conversation with: Corian’s Alessandra Sabatey

By: Meghan Taylor

In conversation with: Corian’s Alessandra Sabatey From creative versatility to sustainable innovation, Alessandra Sabatey reveals how design professionals are supported every step of the...

Jake Guilfoyle appointed General Manager of 25hours Hotel The Olympia

Appointment / 17.09.2025

25hours Hotel The Olympia appoints its GM

By: Pauline Brettell

25hours Hotel The Olympia appoints its GM Ahead of its Australian debut, 25hours Hotels has announced the appointment of Jake Guilfoyle as General Manager...

detail of bed with white linen, orange cushion and mid century design upholstered bedhead in Hotel Daphne from Bunkhouse

News / 16.09.2025

Sneak peek: Hotel Daphne – a new gathering place from Bunkhouse

By: Pauline Brettell

Sneak peek: Hotel Daphne – a new gathering place from Bunkhouse Hotel Daphne, a boutique hotel from Austin-based Bunkhouse Hotels slated to open January...