Hotel Industry News • Hotel Designs

A mix-match of furniture and art in hotel lobby

Feature / 07.07.2023

Inside Ruby Zoe in Notting Hill

Inside Ruby Zoe in Notting Hill Ruby Zoe, designed by Matthew Balon and Squire & Partners, becomes Ruby's second property in London to open....

view across double bed with brown throw and blue cushions to windows and seaview in guestroom in Zel Mallorca

News / 07.07.2023

ZEL Mallorca, the first hotel of the ZEL brand, opens its doors

By: Pauline Brettell

ZEL Mallorca, the first hotel of the ZEL brand, opens its doors ZEL is the new lifestyle brand born from a collaboration between Meliá...

guestroom in Intercontinental Rome with dark grey wall behind the bed, white linen and grey and wood surfaces with seating in window area

News / 06.07.2023

IA Interior Architects complete first international hotel

By: Pauline Brettell

IA Interior Architects complete first international hotel For its return to Italy after a seven-year absence, the luxury brand InterContinental Hotels & Resorts chose...

WOW!house 2023 House of Rohl Bathroom by Studio Mica Photography James McDonald image 1

Video / 06.07.2023

Panel discussion: curating ‘wow’ moments in hotel design

By: Hamish Kilburn

Panel discussion: curating ‘wow’ moments in hotel design To celebrate the launch of House of Rohl and Studio Mica’s involvement in the Wow! House...

guest suite with double bed looking through a screen and shelving across seating to terrace and pool

Hotel Development / 05.07.2023

Curio Collection by Hilton debuts in Rhodes

By: Pauline Brettell

Curio Collection by Hilton debuts in Rhodes Lindian Village Beach Resort Rhodes, Curio Collection by Hilton has opened its doors –located near the picturesque...

Bar in the hotel La Fantaisie with wallpapered floral ceiling and vintage lights around a central backlit bar

Feature / 04.07.2023

La Fantaisie – a new landmark hotel in the heart of Paris

By: Pauline Brettell

La Fantaisie – a new landmark hotel in the heart of Paris Taking root on the bustling Rue Cadet, La Fantaisie is the latest...

seating area in ember Locke in shades of terracotta and green with plants and wicker furniture

Feature / 04.07.2023

VIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in July 2023

By: Pauline Brettell

VIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in July 2023 From bijoux and boutique, to big and bold in Budapest, this months hotel openings perfectly illustrate...

W Budapest suite with gold details and blue accents

Feature / 30.06.2023

Go bold or go home – a sneak peek inside W Budapest

By: Hamish Kilburn

Go bold or go home – a sneak peek inside W Budapest Ahead of its opening next month, Hotel Designs got a sneak peek...

Wide shot of Roundtable full of designers and architects

Exclusive / 29.06.2023

Roundtable: translating trends in hotel design

By: Hamish Kilburn

Roundtable: translating trends in hotel design Editor Hamish Kilburn gathered a cluster of designers inside the Sanipex showroom during Clerkenwell Design Week to moderate...

Pnoé Breathing Life lobby and main hub with low level furniture

Editor's Letter / 29.06.2023

Editor checks in: the real value of ‘pride’ in hotel design

By: Hamish Kilburn

Editor checks in: the real value of ‘pride’ in hotel design To conclude Pride Month 2023, Editor Hamish Kilburn shares a behind-the-scenes on the...

two round grey chairs facing out over an arctic view in Moxy Tromso

News / 28.06.2023

Moxy Hotels debuts in the arctic playground of Tromsø

By: Pauline Brettell

Moxy Hotels debuts in the arctic playground of Tromsø Moxy Hotels has opened Moxy Tromsø in Northern Norway. Operated by Core Hospitality A/S, the...

Awards / 27.06.2023

Applications now open for The Brit List Awards 2023

By: Hamish Kilburn

Applications now open for The Brit List Awards 2023 The Brit List Awards returns in 2023 with three new categories. Many things are new...

print by Mazahir Hussain of venus fpr Artiq queer frontiers exhibition

Exhibition / 27.06.2023

Artiq celebrates its 5th edition of Queer Frontiers

By: Pauline Brettell

Artiq celebrates its 5th edition of Queer Frontiers Founded by Artiq in 2018, Queer Frontiers is an exhibition that brings together extraordinary artistic talent...

A-frame view onto mountains from loft Olympic Spa Hotel in Val di Fassa designed by NOA

Feature / 26.06.2023

NOA designs for full immersion in the Dolomites

By: Pauline Brettell

NOA designs for full immersion in the Dolomites NOA has designed a new sustainable extension for the Olympic Spa Hotel in Val di Fassa,...

rust and mustard couch and chairs in front of faded mural of roman facade in THDP apartment Piazza Navona

News / 26.06.2023

Three locations, three concepts – new luxury accommodation in Rome from THDP

By: Pauline Brettell

Three locations, three concepts – new luxury accommodation in Rome from THDP THDP has created the perfect haven for the curious travellers that want...

vaulted architecture and design of Casona Sforza overlooking the pool with reflections of the building in the water

Feature / 23.06.2023

Casona Sforza – sheltering luxury with a conscience

By: Pauline Brettell

Casona Sforza – sheltering luxury with a conscience Set with a light footprint in the serene landscape of Barra de Colotepec, Casona Sforza presents...

guestroom in hotel montera madrid with white linen on double bed and blue couch in window overlooking madrid

News / 22.06.2023

Curio Collection by Hilton opens its doors in Madrid

By: Pauline Brettell

Curio Collection by Hilton opens its doors in Madrid Located in the city centre location of Calle de la Montera, Hotel Montera Madrid, the...

Interview / 22.06.2023

In conversation with: Melanie Kershaw of ESPA International

By: Pauline Brettell

In conversation with: Melanie Kershaw of ESPA International As Senior Associate of Spa Development at ESPA International, Melanie Kershaw knows exactly what is required...

A grey and black modern bathroom setting

Feature / 21.06.2023

Ideal Standard just showed the industry how pop-up installations should look

By: Hamish Kilburn

Ideal Standard just showed the industry how pop-up installations should look Ideal Standard made the bold decision this year not to exhibit at ISH....

bright colours and geometric shapes in render of the lobby of Aloft Singapore

News / 21.06.2023

Aloft to debut in Singapore with its largest hotel to date

By: Pauline Brettell

Aloft to debut in Singapore with its largest hotel to date Sheltering a staggering 785 rooms and suites, Aloft Singapore Novena is slated to...

white linen bed dark wood details and panoramic view over central London park from The Peninsula London Park room

News / 21.06.2023

New images of Peninsula London unveiled – along with its opening date

By: Pauline Brettell

New images of Peninsula London unveiled – along with its opening date After leaving the hotel design community guessing for quite some time, Peninsula...