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render of open-planned lobby/lounge area in hotel overlooking the pool and the sea

Feature / 02.01.2020

Most anticipated hotel openings in 2020 (Q1 & Q2)

Most anticipated hotel openings in 2020 (Q1 & Q2) Kickstarting 2020, Hotel Designs takes a glance at some of the most significant hotel projects...

Feature / 30.12.2019

Editor Checks In: Embracing meaningful trends

By: Hamish Kilburn

Editor Checks In: Embracing meaningful trends Following a colourful year in the hot seat at Hotel Designs, editor Hamish Kilburn looks ahead to a...

Feature / 27.12.2019

The Brit List Hoteliers of 2019 (Part two)

By: Hamish Kilburn

The Brit List Hoteliers of 2019 (Part two) This December, Hotel Designs has profiled the individuals who made it into The Brit List 2019. We conclude...

News / 24.12.2019

Mandarin Oriental to manage its second hotel in the UAE

By: Hamish Kilburn

Mandarin Oriental to manage its second hotel in the UAE Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group will take over management of the iconic Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi...

Feature / 23.12.2019

The Brit List Hoteliers of 2019 (Part one)

By: Hamish Kilburn

The Brit List Hoteliers of 2019 (Part one) This December, Hotel Designs is profiling the individuals who made it into The Brit List 2019. We continue...

Feature / 20.12.2019

The Brit List Architects of 2019 (Part 2)

By: Hamish Kilburn

The Brit List Architects of 2019 (Part 2) This December, Hotel Designs is profiling the individuals who made it into The Brit List 2019. We continue...

News / 18.12.2019

Six Senses to arrive in London in 2023

By: Hamish Kilburn

Six Senses to arrive in London in 2023 The hotel, which will mark Six Senses' debut in the UK, will reside in the iconic former...

Chalet style guest room overlooking mountains

Hotel Opening / 18.12.2019

Five-star Le Coucou opens in Méribel, France

By: Hamish Kilburn

Five-star Le Coucou opens in Méribel, France Renowned architect Pierre Yovanovitch completes Hotel Le Coucou, which is located on the slopes within the premium ski...

News / 18.12.2019

Resort in the Cayman Islands achieves Silver LEED certification

By: Hamish Kilburn

Resort in the Cayman Islands achieves Silver LEED certification Developed by Dart and designed by SB Architects, Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa and The Residences...

Feature / 17.12.2019

In Pictures – 30th Icehotel opens in Lapland

By: Hamish Kilburn

In Pictures – 30th Icehotel opens in Lapland Hotel Designs receives the first images as the original Icehotel opens in Lapland for the winter...

News / 17.12.2019

ME Dubai within the Opus to open in February 2020

By: Hamish Kilburn

ME Dubai within the Opus to open in February 2020 The iconic contemporary structure in Dubai, the Opus, has been designed by the masters...

render of open and large lobby with accents of green and gold

Hotel Opening / 17.12.2019

Andaz debuts in Dubai with new hotel on The Palm

By: Hamish Kilburn

Andaz debuts in Dubai with new hotel on The Palm The newly opened Andaz Dubai The Palm marks the brand's second hotel in the...

Feature / 17.12.2019

Year In Review: Hotel Designs’ top products of 2019 (Part 2)

By: Hamish Kilburn

Year In Review: Hotel Designs’ top products of 2019 (Part 2) Hotel Designs continues looking back to reflect on some of the major statement products...

render of hotel in the middle of water next to snow-capped mountains

Hotel Concepts / 16.12.2019

The world’s first ‘energy-positive’ hotel to open in 2022

By: Hamish Kilburn

The world’s first ‘energy-positive’ hotel to open in 2022 The 99-key Svart hotel will incorporate stilted, circular design, and will be positioned atop of...

Feature / 16.12.2019

The Brit List Architects of 2019 (Part 1)

By: Hamish Kilburn

The Brit List Architects of 2019 (Part 1) This December, Hotel Designs is profiling the individuals who made it into The Brit List 2019. We continue...

News / 16.12.2019

SNEAK PEEK: New education and hospitality concept to be unveiled at imm cologne 2020

By: Hamish Kilburn

SNEAK PEEK: New education and hospitality concept to be unveiled at imm cologne 2020 British architect Yasmine Mahmoudieh unveiled her concept, which is a...

make-shift picnic with red cushions on the beach overlook undisturbed ocean

News / 16.12.2019

The Luxury Collection arrives in the Seychelles

By: Hamish Kilburn

The Luxury Collection arrives in the Seychelles North Island in the Seychelles joins The Luxury Collection as the portfolio's first private island destination... Following Marriott...

Hotel Development / 13.12.2019

Pan Pacific Hotels Group to open first London hotel

By: Hamish Kilburn

Pan Pacific Hotels Group to open first London hotel Pan Pacific Hotels Groups, recognised as the “Best Regional Hotel Chain”, will plant its first...

Feature / 13.12.2019

CASE STUDY: Design story of eco hut concept in Finland

By: Hamish Kilburn

CASE STUDY: Design story of eco hut concept in Finland Revolutionary wooden eco cabins in Finland carefully specifies products in order to create a...

Hotel Development / 13.12.2019

Accor opens two newly built hotels in Leicester

By: Hamish Kilburn

Accor opens two newly built hotels in Leicester The Novotel hotel and Adagio aparthotel, both under the Accor umbrella, will open in January 2020... Hotel...

News / 13.12.2019

Kit Miles Studio launches new textile collection at Minotti London

By: Hamish Kilburn

Kit Miles Studio launches new textile collection at Minotti London Minotti London hosted a spectacular evening, allowing designer Kit Miles to launch his new...