Hotel Industry News • Hotel Designs

Gran Hotel Taoro following a three-year transformation, prepares to reopen

News / 28.08.2025

Gran Hotel Taoro reclaims its place as a cultural and architectural landmark

Gran Hotel Taoro reclaims its place as a cultural and architectural landmark Gran Hotel Taoro, one of Spain’s most historically significant hotels, is preparing...

guestroom in Villa_Petrusse with interiors by Tristan_Auer

/ 28.08.2025

The renaissance of Villa Pétrusse

By: Pauline Brettell

The renaissance of Villa Pétrusse An emblematic building in the city of Luxembourg, the former Villa Baldauff has been transformed into an exceptional hotel,...

Hall and tea room of Ancroa Cortina hotel in Italy

News / 27.08.2025

The Ancora Cortina is reborn with high-fashion vision

By: Meghan Taylor

The Ancora Cortina is reborn with high-fashion vision After a considered renovation and thoughtful redesign by Renzo Rosso and the Charles & Co studio,...

Melia hotels ME Lisbon guestroom with open plan bedroom and bathroom

News / 27.08.2025

Introducing ME Lisbon – where culture meets charisma

By: Pauline Brettell

Introducing ME Lisbon – where culture meets charisma With its bold character and lifestyle-driven spirit, the opening of ME Lisbon marks the arrival of...

Roundtable / 26.08.2025

Roundtable: Middle East Meets West: The logistics of global design

By: Sophie Harper

Roundtable: Middle East Meets West: The logistics of global design Hotel Designs gathered leading designers and suppliers at Dedar’s London showroom for a candid...

Lyvin Melasti suite carved gently into the limestone hills of Bali’s Bukit Peninsula

News / 26.08.2025

Lyvin Melasti – where design meets stillness

By: Pauline Brettell

Lyvin Melasti – where design meets stillness Set high above the turquoise waters of Bali’s iconic Melasti Beach, the recently opened Lyvin Melasti is...

Appointment / 26.08.2025

Sirru Fen Fushi names Gerhard Stutz as General Manager

By: Pauline Brettell

Sirru Fen Fushi names Gerhard Stutz as General Manager Sirru Fen Fushi, Private Lagoon Resort, has announced the appointment of Gerhard Stutz as General...

OCH Penthouse 5: Residential project in Mallorca : CGI: Interior design by OCCA Resident Hotel: FF&E procurement sourced by OCCA Design | Interior design by WISH Architecture

Lighting / 26.08.2025

Light Play: OCCA’s Kate Mooney on creative illumination

By: Meghan Taylor

Light Play: OCCA’s Kate Mooney on creative illumination Kate Mooney, Founder & Principal of OCCA Design, reveals how light and shadow moves beyond function;...

Accessible Design / 25.08.2025

Accessible Design Talk: Accessibility through the lens of neurodivergence

By: Meghan Taylor

Accessible Design Talk: Accessibility through the lens of neurodivergence Designing for neurodiversity took centre stage at MEET UP North 2025, as IHG’s Melissa Messmer...

Industry Opinion / 25.08.2025

Did Mocha Mousse miss the mark?

By: Meghan Taylor

Did Mocha Mousse miss the mark? At the close of 2024, we waited with bated breath to see which shade would be crowned Pantone's...

high volume columns and windows in lobby of Fairmont Century Plaza

Appointment / 25.08.2025

Hiren Prabhakar as General Manager of Fairmont Century Plaza

By: Pauline Brettell

Hiren Prabhakar as General Manager of Fairmont Century Plaza Bringing over 30 Years of global hospitality leadership to the iconic Los Angeles property, Fairmont...

curved couch facing period fireplace in Parisian apartment decorated in neutral tones

News / 25.08.2025

Highstay Maisons – redefining luxury hospitality in Paris

By: Pauline Brettell

Highstay Maisons – redefining luxury hospitality in Paris As the lines between hospitality and residential design continue to blur and merge, Highstay introduces Pyramides,...

dramatic entrance to The House Collective hotel

Appointment / 22.08.2025

Key senior leadership transitions announced by Swire Hotels

By: Pauline Brettell

Key senior leadership transitions announced by Swire Hotels Swire Hotels is embarking on a new chapter with several key senior leadership appointments, driving forward...

Events / 22.08.2025

Adẹ̀kọ́ & Co. give us a glimpse of this year’s VIP Lounge at Decorex

By: Sophie Harper

Adẹ̀kọ́ & Co. give us a glimpse of this year’s VIP Lounge at Decorex This autumn sees the return of popular design show, Decorex,...

swimming pool at Ubuyu, a Banyan Tree Escape, rooted in place

News / 22.08.2025

Sneak peek – Ubuyu, a Banyan Tree Escape, rooted in place

By: Pauline Brettell

Sneak peek – Ubuyu, a Banyan Tree Escape, rooted in place Amid the baobab-dotted plains and ancient miombo woodlands of southern Tanzania, Ubuyu, a...

Rosewood strengthens residential team with appointment of Jenni Benzaquen as Senior Vice President of Residential, Global

Appointment / 21.08.2025

Rosewood strengthens residential team with new appointment for Residential Global

By: Pauline Brettell

Rosewood strengthens residential team with new appointment for Residential Global Rosewood Hotel Group has announced the appointment of Jenni Benzaquen as Senior Vice President...

The Brit List Awards / 21.08.2025

It’s showtime! Get your tickets for The (wildest) Brit List Awards yet

By: Meghan Taylor

It’s showtime! Get your tickets for The (wildest) Brit List Awards yet Tickets for The Brit List Awards 2025 are officially on sale! The...

News / 21.08.2025

Rosewood announces landmark debut in Dubai

By: Pauline Brettell

Rosewood announces landmark debut in Dubai Scheduled to open in 2029, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has announced its forthcoming debut in Dubai with the...

Miiro’s fifth opening, Palais Rudolf located in Vienna’s Old Town

News / 20.08.2025

Palais Rudolf – the fifth string to the Miiro bow

By: Pauline Brettell

Palais Rudolf – the fifth string to the Miiro bow Lifestyle hotel brand Miiro has announced a November opening date for Miiro Palais Rudolf,...

The first Park Hyatt hotel in Malaysia debuts in Merdeka 118, the tallest skyscraper in Asia Pacific

News / 20.08.2025

Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur reaches for the sky in Malaysia

By: Pauline Brettell

Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur reaches for the sky in Malaysia The first Park Hyatt hotel in Malaysia has opened in Merdeka 118, the tallest...

guestroom in MAMA SHELTER Singapore Small Mama Double with doors opening onto Terrace and masks on lights next to bed

News / 20.08.2025

Mama shelter steps into Singapore

By: Pauline Brettell

Mama shelter steps into Singapore Mama Shelter makes its long-awaited Asian debut this September with the opening of Mama Shelter Singapore - its first...