Hotel Designs Hotel Designs75 years of Chelsom: highlighting the milestones Stop the press! Chelsom turns 75 this year. To celebrate more than seven decades leading the way in lighting manufacturing, Hotel Designs has launched an editorial series that looks at what the family-owned British company has achieved. In our first article, Editor Hamish Kilburn makes a nod to the milestone moments… It was…
read moreNordelaia opens in Italy’s Piedmont wine region Nordelaia, a brand-new independent boutique hotel, with interiors by These White Walls, is getting ready to throw open its doors onto the Piedmontese countryside, inviting guests to disconnect and re-connect with themselves, each other, and nature… Set within five hectares of agricultural land planted with vines that will produce the hotel’s own wines,…
read moreResiliencia – an immersive light experience by LEDS C4 LEDS C4 is once again joining the Grec Performing Arts Festival with a new interactive lighting installation. Titled ‘Resiliencia’, the light experience invites the public to reflect on current events in Europe… Europe is the featured continent of this year’s edition of the Grec Festival, and LEDS C4 invites the public…
read moreLeaflike – supporting a circular economy Determined to do more than provide pretty plants, Leaflike is committed to working towards a circular economy on every level – whether though promoting preserved florals, using recycled planters, or creating lifelike green walls, re-cycling and re-using remains a focal point… The idea behind a circular economy is about the end of life of…
read moreFestival of Hospitality announces 2022 headline theme Togetherness, celebrating inclusivity and diversity for a positive future are the major themes that will run throughout this year’s Festival of Hospitality. Here’s what we know… The gamechanging thought leadership event that launched last year, The Festival of Hospitality, introduces ‘togetherness’ as the headline theme for 2022, in celebration of the individuals that…
read moreHilton makes a spectacular debut in Santorini Hilton has opened the doors to its first hotel in Santorini, one of Greece’s most coveted island destinations. Sea Breeze Santorini Beach Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton, inspired by the simplicity of white-washed Cycladic architecture is located on the island’s south coast… Sea Breeze Beach Resort is located in the heart of the…
read moreFirst renders of The Dorchester’s renovation released The Dorchester, which has remained opened throughout its extensive renovation – credit to the exceptional operations team – will reopen its famous revolving doors in September of this year. The renders of the project have been a tightly guarded secret. Until now. Editor Hamish Kilburn writes… London’s hotel design scene is enjoying somewhat…
read moreArtiq and Link open 2022 Queer Frontiers Pride exhibition in style Artiq, the international art agency, has opened the fourth annual charity art exhibition, Queer Frontiers, which takes place until July 10 as part of the celebrations of the 50th anniversary of Pride in London… Queer Frontiers was founded by Artiq in 2018 to champion LGBTQ+ creatives and allies and…
read moreChecking in to The Londoner with Yabu Pushelberg The Londoner is “theatricality and intimacy on an extraordinary scale,” said Anna Lambert after she checked in for the night to explore the hotel everyone is talking about on London’s Leicester square. More than a review, Lambert sat down with the mastermind designers, George Yabu and Glenn Pushelberg, Founders of Yabu Pushelberg,…
read moreIn conversation with: the masterminds at Chapi Chapo Design With The Ritz-Carlton, Mexico City having recently opened its doors, the design team at Chapi Chapo Design created a bold interior design statement for the brands city debut. We caught up with partners Tatiana Sheveleva, Boris Mathias and Loris Ognibene and dug a little deeper into the hotel concept… Soaring into…
read moreCase study: thinking outside the pod with Schlüter Systems Set over multiple levels and containing five accommodation pods built amongst plenty of creative spaces, East Quay is a stunning building situated in Watchet, Somerset. The design concept pulled together some unique and thought-provoking design elements, a process assisted by the technical knowledge and product expertise of Schlüter Systems… The East…
read moreDexter Moren Associates announces major re-brand In a shocking twist that nobody saw coming, Dexter Moren Associates announced last night, during its 30th anniversary celebrations, that it is to re-brand itself as Studio Moren. Editor Hamish Kilburn was at the party, and here’s what he learned… Designers, clients, fellow members of the press and industry friends of Dexter Moren Associates…
read moreA tile collection that knows no limits Chart is the tile collection exclusively available from Parkside Architectural Tiles that, according to the brand, knows no limits. And here’s why… With 19 colours, multiple formats, a selection of finishes and mosaic pieces, Chart is the tile collection for designers looking to explore the creative potential of tiled surfaces. Now available from…
read morePanel discussion: Blurring the design lines in hospitality It is not everyday that a Hotel Designs panel discussion event is, quite literally, done in-the-round – but there was clearly no better space to discuss the blurring of design boundaries than seated within the Table Place Chair ‘Circle of Life’ furniture piece to explore the need for more flexible hospitality design…
read moreFirst look at Naviva, A Four Seasons Resort in Mexico Naviva, a Four Seasons Resort located at Punta Mita, Mexico, on a private peninsula overlooking the Pacific Ocean, is the brand’s first adult-only luxury tented resort in the Americas – we flipped back the designer tent to take a closer look… Naviva, Punta Mita, Mexico, is slated to open in…
read moreIn conversation with: Stephen Ewer, CEO, Bathroom Brands Group With bathrooms continually taking centre stage when it comes to questions of design trends, we sat down with Stephen Ewer from the Bathroom Brands Group to discuss the brands within the group portfolio, looking at what makes them unique, and what they have in common… Bathroom Brands Group is a UK…
read moreBanyan Tree unveils new branded residences in Phuket With the rise of branded residences taking root, Banyan Tree Property Group has unveiled the new Angsana Oceanview Residences in a rollout of luxury branded real estate in the self-contained Laguna Phuket development… With clear trends emerging in the hospitality and lifestyle market there is a visible desire to live dreams, seize…
read moreThe Brit List Awards 2022: applications now open! Free to apply, the world’s most accessible awards campaign in the hotel design industry, The Brit List Awards 2022, has commenced. There are nine individual awards up for grabs – for global designers, architects, hoteliers and brands alike – as well as the chance to feature in Hotel Designs’ annual publication that…
read moreProduct watch: Marqueterie by Arte Arte has launched Marqueterie, a new collection inspired by geometrics and woven craftsmanship… Following hosting a roundtable on ‘a personal approach to surface design’, Arte has launched a new wallcovering collection, inspired by playful geometric patterns and considered craftsmanship. Image credit: Arte The natural product sisal, a hardwearing fibre from the agave plant, forms the…
read morePark Hyatt to arrive in Johohannesburg After an extensive refurbishment, overseen by award-winning designer Yabu Pushelberg, the iconic Winston Hotel is expected to reopen as Park Hyatt Johannesburg… Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that a Hyatt affiliate entered into a management agreement with an affiliate of the Millat Group for the Winston Hotel in Rosebank. This marks the re-introduction of…
read moreBLINK’s vision for the new W Dubai – Mina Seyahi BLINK Design Group has created a stunning modern bohemian vision inspired by traditional dhow boats, the romance of travel and the ancient arabic storytelling tradition of Al-Halqa for the new W Dubai – Mina Seyahi… The global interior design group BLINK were taken on board to push the design boat…
read moreThe Morrow announces debut in Washington D.C. Scheduled for Q3 2022, The Morrow, part of the Curio Collection by Hilton portfolio, is set to be Washington D.C.’s most highly anticipated new lifestyle hotel. Inspired by the vibrant heritage of the surrounding neighbourhood, it will feature guestrooms designed by Rottet Studio and public areas by INC Architecture… Trammell Crow Company and…
read moreUnveiling Cunard’s Queen Anne – the next in a fine line Following the eagerly anticipated name reveal of Queen Anne earlier this year, Cunard now proudly introduces exciting details of the design – a collaboration from designers David Collins Studio, Richmond International and Sybille de Margerie, working with the Creative Director Adam D. Tihany to create an extraordinary and thoughtful,…
read more“It’s in our nature” – a theme explored at Clerkenwell Design Week Under the theme ‘It’s in our nature’, UNILIN Panels explored the connection between nature and design in a packed programme of events for this year’s Clerkenwell Design Week, welcoming the architecture and design community to The Gallery Clerkenwell… Clerkenwell Design Week 2022 – the international design festival that…
read moreDesign Helsinki to launch this August This August sees the inaugural edition of a brand new design festival, Design Helsinki, set to become an annual fixture on the international design calendar – and Hotel Designs are a media partner… Design Helsinki will run from August 24-25 in Finland’s capital city which this year celebrates ten years since it was named…
read moreProduct watch: a tile Inspired by heritage at Royal Exchange Kingston Wall and floor tiles from Parkside feature at Royal Exchange, Kingston, a luxury residential development by St George, part of Berkeley Group… Parkside Acrux and Hexil mosaic tiles are being used throughout the bathrooms and en suites of homes at Royal Exchange, Kingston. This prestigious development sees a mix…
read more30 years of decorative lighting. Northern Lights has been transforming spaces through artisan lighting for more than 30 years, forming close collaborative relationships with some of the most influential and high profile interior designers and architects in the industry. Image credit: Northern Lights The brand’s passion and expertise has helped create some of the most iconic luxury bespoke lighting on…
read moreThe Brit List Awards 2022: meet the judges The judging panel for The Brit List Awards 2022 has been unveiled, and is made up of leading interior designers, developers and award-winning travel and design journalists… Half a decade since its inaugural launch, The Brit List Awards, powered by Hotel Designs, will return this year with the aim to celebrate the…
read moreIn pictures: inside Gleneagles Townhouse, Edinburgh This week, Gleneagles Townhouse officially opened its doors in Edinburgh, exclusively to members and hotel guests, marking the first venture beyond the Perthshire hills for The Gleneagles Hotel in its almost 100-year history. Hotel Designs took a look inside… In what quite possibly has been the longest build-up to a hotel opening in Scottish…
read morePanel discussion: the real meaning of collaboration within design At a recent event staged at the Mapei World showroom in Clerkenwell, fuelled by M+ Editor Hamish Kilburn moderated a discussion delving into collaboration in design. On the panel were Beverley Bayes Creative Director of Sparc Studio, Joanna Knight, Director of JK Interiors and Simon Kincaid, Partner at Conran and Partners……
read moreGROHE’s collection designed for wellbeing and wellness Wellbeing, health, selfcare – they’re all topics we hear plenty of, and there are countless pieces of advice regarding night-time routines, meditation rituals and embracing the natural elements to feel more centred. So, how can we incorporate feelings of wellness and encourage care in our interior spaces that are designed to be a…
read more2022 Collection by Minotti: a global expression of pure style Italian furniture brand Minotti has arguably made the most noise at Salone del Mobile 2022 than any other brand when presenting its 2022 Collection to the world for the first time. Editor Hamish Kilburn is in Milan with the team at Minotti London to exclusively meet this year’s designers and to…
read moreAquatechnica – tile solutions for swimming pools Offering solutions for competition, spa and health clubs, residential and outdoor pools, Aquatechnica tiles are now available exclusively through Parkside Architectural Tiles & Strata Technical Tiles, providing a system-based approach that lets you develop a unique tile specification… The Aquatechnica portfolio is focussed on delivering a total answer from design to installation, and…
read moreYabu Pushelberg reimagines Park Lane New York Global design studio Yabu Pushelberg embarked on a monumental two-year refresh of the New York city landmark, and drawing from the Park Lane New York’s historic past, has breathed new life into this iconic hospitality landmark… Standing at the intersection of Fifth Avenue and Central Park South, neighbouring cultural canons such as The…
read moreProduct watch: decorative compact MDF from Unilin Having previously launched the Fibromax Compact MR Black, an extremely strong and moisture-resistant Compact MDF product, UNILIN now have a decorative version of this versatile product… UNILIN Panels has introduced a new decorative Compact MDF to its range – a very strong material that is easy to process. This budget-friendly new product for…
read more12th-century chic: checking in to COMO Castello Del Nero Old meets new – in an unconventional yet subtle way. Using lighting, architecture and the region’s pure charm as the hotel’s allure, there’s something reassuring and warmly familiar about the design scheme inside COMO Castello Del Nero. Editor Hamish Kilburn explores… Hidden in-between vineyards and rolling Tuscan hills, COMO Castello Del…
read moreJW Marriott arrives in Germany JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of 30 hotel brands, has made its debut in Frankfurt, Germany with the opening of JW Marriott Hotel Frankfurt. Combining thoughtful interiors and fashionable state-of-the-art amenities, the hotel aims to create a serene retreat within the heart of the thriving metropolis… With a transformative renovation being planned,…
read moreEditor checks in: what’s happened (so far) at Clerkenwell Design Week Taking centre stage for the first time since 2019, Clerkenwell Design Week is currently delivering a performance of a lifetime, writes Editor Hamish Kilburn who has been on the ground to capture the action… We’re not known for spreading gossip (only when it’s really juicy), but we have it…
read moreMövenpick scheduled to open its doors on Al Marjan Island Bringing Mövenpick to Ras Al Khaimah in a series of firsts – located on the first manmade island in the emirate, as well as being the first Mövenpick Resort to the UAE, Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island is set to become a major landmark in the region and the perfect…
read moreIn pictures: MEET UP North 2022 For the first time since 2019, MEET UP North returned on May 19 2022 to the creative hub of Manchester. More than 150 designers, architects, hoteliers, developers and suppliers arrived to be inspired by the theme of design development in the North. Here are the official images from the night… Following the energy of…
read moreProduct watch: fabrics with a conscience from Clarke & Clarke Long gone are the days when design and sustainability do not go hand in hand, and at Clarke & Clarke, known for producing glamourous and sophisticated fabrics, substance and sustainability are part of delivering on stylish and thoughtfully made fabrics… Clarke & Clarke’s foray into fabrics with a conscience has…
read moreHilton expands its offering in Mexico Hilton has announced the opening of Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort, marking the company’s first-ever all-inclusive offering in Tulum and setting a new standard for the all‑inclusive experience as it expands its offering in Mexico… The beachside resort Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya, located beyond the mangroves and overlooking the white-sand beaches and Caribbean…
read moreIf you can’t take the heat, take the fire outdoors with Focus Gathering around the fire is an integral part of summer, and the outdoor collection from Focus takes over the terrace and adds a designer note to the event… Designer Dominique Imbert designed his first fireplace, the model Antéfocus, for himself to heat up his sculpture studio located at…
read moreDiving into the philosophy of private wellness with Gessi Gessi, through its distinctive design style, is on a mission bring a sense of private wellness to everyday life, seeing water as a means of wellbeing, and the beauty of design as a pleasure to the eyes… For more than 25 years, Gessi has designed and produced furnishing elements for bathrooms,…
read moreIn conversation with: AXOR on wellness in the bathroom To really understand whether bathroom design will flow with or push against some of the mega trends around wellness, Hotel Designs caught up with Jay Phillips, Managing Director at Hansgrohe UK, Managing Director UK & Ireland… Conversations at Hotel Interiors Experience (HIX) last year saw views on bathroom design move to…
read moreIn the factory: how Sanderson Design Group will go carbon-zero by 2030 With the aim to understand how Sanderson Design Group will go carbon-zero by 2030, Editor Hamish Kilburn headed up to Lancaster, to the printing factory of Standfast Barracks, to explore how the group is keeping British manufacturing alive… In Northwest of England – under the shadow of the…
read moreArtiq is a London-based international art agency creating impact with culture. Curating art collections and cultural experiences around the world, their support of fair and inclusive opportunities for artists is at the heart of their work. Founded in 2009, it has become one of Europe’s leading art agencies, demonstrating the viability of the cultural economy while championing a diverse roster of…
read moreLiving the vida Locke: checking in to Buckle Street Studios Stepping out of the underground and into the concrete oasis of calm that is Buckle Street Studios by Locke felt like a great way to combine a busy London trip with experiencing the hybrid design concept of flexible hotel space first hand – all those buzzwords made tangible. Pauline Brettell…
read moreCove expands in Europe with new properties in the Netherlands Next generation serviced apartment brand Cove has announced its expansion into Europe, beginning with the Netherlands, with the opening of ‘Cove – Centrum’ situated in The Hague, and a conversion of Amsterdam-based serviced apartments ‘The Wittenberg’ to ‘Wittenberg by Cove’… With the changing work-life balance, Cove has emerged in response…
read moreCycling with: Dale Atkinson, Founder, Rosendale Design Meeting in London’s leafy Richmond Park ahead of 60-mile bike ride around the Surrey Hills, Editor Hamish Kilburn and Dale Atkinson, Founder, Rosendale Design discuss blurring boundaries in hospitality, the new meaning of wellness and the value of relationships in interior design… Holding a dictaphone while trying to maintain an aerodynamic position while…
read moreNEWH on networking and wellbeing Following NEWH UK Chapter’s Top ID Event, which took place inside London’s Roca Gallery, on March 31, Rita Bancroft explores the wellbeing qualities of networking… This year marks the 10th anniversary of the World Happiness Report, which uses global survey data to report how people evaluate their own lives in more than 150 countries worldwide.…
read moreThe Raleigh returns on Miami Beach SHVO and Rosewood Hotels & Resorts have announced the restoration of Miami Beach’s most storied property, The Raleigh. A landmark in the heart of Miami’s vibrant Art Deco district, the project will feature three distinct components designed by renowned architect Peter Marino… SHVO, the New York-based, culture-defining real estate development and investment firm, and…
read moreJames Latham launches cutting-edge digital surface specification platform With the number of specifiers embracing online design solutions likely to grow over the next decade, James Latham, decided to meet this demand directly by digitally enhancing the selection process with the launch of its powerful new online surfacing specification tool, the Digital Showroom Platform… James Latham, one of the UK’s leading…
read more5 minutes with: Eric Jafari, CDO & Creative Director at edyn With IHIF currently taking place in Berlin, Hotel Designs took the opportunity to catch up with Eric Jafari on a slightly less formal note, looking beyond the brand in a quick-fire round of questions… Eric Jafari along with edyn, has made an indelible and undeniable mark on the hospitality…
read moreThat philoxenia feeling: checking in to xenodocheio Milos xenodocheio Milos has opened as the first luxury boutique hotel falling under the banner of renowned Greek restaurant, estiatorio Milos. The 43-key hotel, in the centre of Athens, has taken the brand’s baton as it prepares to carry the inspiring Milos story into its next chapter… You cannot escape history when in…
read moreJames Latham is one of the UK’s largest independent distributors of timber, panels and decorative surfaces. It supplies products to a broad range of customers, from contractors and merchants, through to designers and makers. Image credit: James Latham With a history reaching back more than 260 years, Latham’s have always been innovators. The brand consistently pushes the boundaries of materials…
read moreSilversea reveals ‘revolutionary’ new design Silversea Cruises has unveiled the latest insight on its fleet’s 11th ship, Silver Nova – scheduled for delivery in 2023 – and built with a revolutionary asymmetrical design… The asymmetrical design of Silver Nova will be a first for the cruise line, with the ship offering guests a new level of outdoor space for an…
read moreCounting down to IHIF 2022 With the industry-leading event the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) taking place in Berlin on May 3-5, the countdown to IHIF 2022 starts, and we give the lowdown on the key areas being covered by the event… With a core focus of people, planet and profit, this year’s conference brings together forward-thinking investors, owners and…
read moreGROHE X: taking communication experiences beyond the screen A year after successfully launching the first digital content platform created by a brand in the sanitary industry, GROHE has expanded its brand experience into a hybrid format, creating GROHE X to inspire the design community of the future by curating inspiration and information… The pandemic saw many of us accelerate digitalisation;…
read morePanel discussion: sensory wellness in hospitality design With the theme ‘Inspiring Creativity’ given centre stage at the recent MEET UP London, Editor Hamish Kilburn and panellists Tom Middleton and Ari Peralta challenged pre-existing concepts and inspired new ideas around sensory wellness in hotel design… It was both significant and optimistic that the first MEET UP London to have taken place…
read moreCala: a mediterranean mood in Arizona Cala, a new project by House of Form in Scottsdale Arizona, is located in the Senna House, a Hilton Curio Collection. The restaurant is designed to complement the cuisine as it transports you out of the desert and onto a beach in the mediterranean… Named after a tiny beach cove street, Cala Road in…
read moreThe largest Pullman in Europe unveils 4-year transformation New additions to the recently reopened Pullman Paris Montparnasse include a fresh style, a ‘power fitness’ room and Europe’s first Skybar and the highest open-air rooftop bar in Paris, towering above the city at 115 metres high… The flagship property within Pullman Hotels & Resorts’ portfolio, Pullman Paris Montparnasse, has reopened following…
read moreAXOR Futures: a discussion on design & conscious luxury The second AXOR Futures has gone live, drawing on the experience of creators, designers and philosophers. The conversation between Philippe Starck, Anne Lise Kjaer, Chung-Yi Yang and Rebecca Weigold dug deep into the concept of conscious luxury, sustainability, and its implications for the design process… Hansgrohe Group’s design brand AXOR recently…
read more#7 Circadian lighting: rethinking our relationship with time & light Circadian lighting and science is shaping the way in which hotel buildings are created and designed. Inside, lighting is altering how guests use and journey through spaces, as well as how they experience wellness. In our latest article in the Hotel Designs Lab series, Ari Peralta, Founder of Arigami, interviews…
read moreConrad arrives in Sardinia, marking brand’s debut in Italy The highly anticipated Conrad Chia Laguna Sardinia has opened, marking the luxury brand’s debut in Italy – combining a pristine natural location with high-end interiors by Studio Marco Piva to create an exclusive oasis on the picturesque Sardinian coastline… Situated on a prime location along Sardinia’s coastline, Conrad Chia Laguna Sardinia overlooks…
read moreLA dreams: Conrad to arrive in California Slated to open in May, Conrad Los Angeles will be part of Related Companies’ mixed-use development, The Grand LA, designed by Frank Gehry, and located in downtown Los Angeles… Expanding the Conrad portfolio in America, The Conrad Los Angeles will be stamping its designer footprint within The Grand LA – located in the…
read moreDesignLSM unveils renovation details from Heythrop Park With Heythrop Park Hotel set to open in the summer, award-winning design agency DesignLSM is well underway with its latest project: renovating the front of house and F&B areas at the prestigious Grade II listed property… Set within 440 acres of parkland, Heythrop Park, recently acquired by Warner Leisure Hotels, is set to open…
read moreEpisode 16: Fluid architecture (Ed Murray) In episode 16 of DESIGN POD, in association with Minotti London, architect Ed Murray joins the sofa discuss sustainability in architecture and fluid, cohesive design schemes… Ed Murray, who last year was listed as one of the top 25 architects in Britain, is an accomplished associate and architect who has led a wide range…
read moreBrassware for all bathrooms from Roca Updating brassware can have a huge impact on the design of a bathroom and adding colour takes this a step further. To respond to a growing demand for coloured bathroom brassware that will stand the test of time, Roca has expanded its range of finishes… Ona is Roca’s latest launch, a complete bathroom collection…
read moreThe St. Regis San Francisco unveils a vibrant redesign The St. Regis San Francisco working with design firm Chapi Chapo has recently completed an elegant update of its guestrooms, meeting spaces, and lobby, along with a reimagined bar by Blacksheep as part of the multi-phase property redesign… If you would like to keep up to date with the latest news…
read moreProduct watch: Memento Moooi wallcovering collection With each design inspired by the characteristics of an extinct animal, Moooi and Arte have launched the Memento Moooi wallcovering collection in a striking range of textures and imagery to stimulate the senses and the imagination… Referencing five kind and loving extinct animals, the collection is made up of six different wallcoverings, all made…
read moreUnidrain adds contemporary touch to vintage bathroom With the aim to sensitively marry a contemporary style into a heritage bathroom, designers specified Unidrain’s black framed GlassLine shower screen when creating a new wellness space in a residential block… Injecting modern style in heritage buildings requires a delicate approach and quality elements. Unidrain products were therefore key in creating a totally…
read moreChateau Denmark shelters ‘punk rock’ & ‘vintage gothic’ interiors With a distinctive design narrative reflecting the building’s history while dialling into the rebellious spirit of Soho, Chateau Denmark has opened its doors… Inspired by Denmark Street’s iconic history, Chateau Denmark mixes creative expression with fine architectural detail. The new and independent brand is set across 16 buildings – with 55…
read moreYoko Village – a remote work and residential community in Costa Rica Slated to open early 2023, Yoko Village, aptly meaning ‘Sunshine Child’ is a remote work and residential community located in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, offering a balanced life between work, wellness and living… Founder of the Yoko Village project, Liran Rosenfeld, is a serial entrepreneur with a proven…
read morePanel discussion: telling biophilic design narratives through textiles London Design Week 2022 saw the launch of new brands and collections by Zimmer + Rohde. To celebrate the event, and new patterns, Editor Hamish Kilburn hosted an exclusive panel discussion with leading interior designers in the showroom for a hands-on conversation on all things textile… Fabrics and textiles showcase trends in…
read moreMGallery to debut in Bulgaria this spring With interiors designed by Sundukovy Sisters S+S, Accor is transforming a well-known city landmark into The Emporium Plovdiv MGallery – a boutique hotel, which embraces the history of the building while inviting guests to be part of a more contemporary story… The MGallery Hotel Collection by Accor selects and curates unique properties around…
read more5 minutes with: Bertrand Lejoly, designer of Duravit D-Neo range With two accolades from the prestigious German Design Award under his designer belt, we asked Bertrand Lejoly a few questions about the design process, D-Neo, and Duravit… Having been Head of Product Design with the Belgian architecture studio Vincent Van Duysen, Bertrand Lejoly then started his own design studio in…
read moreEpisode 13: Unconventional materials in design (Hen’a Yadav) In episode 13 of DESIGN POD, in association with Minotti London, Hamish Kilburn and Harriet Forde meet Hen’a Yadav, Principal at Studio Carter, to explore the qualities of raw and unusual materials in design and architecture… Hen’a Yadav’s journey in hotel design recently moved her from LA to London. The Principal at…
read moreLeaflike takes the lead with biophilic design initiatives Not content with simply supplying the greenery to enhance biophilic inspired interiors, Leaflike has been digging deeper into sustainability and biophilic design on every level of their business to make sure that going green goes beyond the leaves and the mosses, but is integral to the makeup of the company from production…
read moreProduct watch: UNILIN Panels launches a comprehensive new range UNILIN Panels has launched its 2022-2026 decorative range, giving architects, designers and interior fabricators a choice of more than 200 decorative finishes available across a range of high-quality panels… With 222 designs, including 67 brand-new looks, the latest UNILIN Panels decorative range offers an extraordinary collection of surface finishes that can…
read moreLeaflike clears up any moss misconceptions Leaflike takes a look at where a moss wall fits into the conversation on sustainable design and natural materials… With the current emphasis on incorporating plants and greenery into design, there are a lot of unanswered questions around what is both sustainable and effective. Have you ever wondered if a moss wall is living,…
read moreInterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa opens The island getaway on the Arabian Peninsula marks the first property for luxury brand IHG Hotels & Resorts in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. Here’s what we know… Located on the sparkling shoreline of Hayat Island, the new five-star resort and spa by IHG Hotels & Resorts plans…
read moreBathroom trends making a comeback in 2022 Love them or hate them, these bathroom trends, identified by Villeroy & Boch, are ensuring that bathrooms are anything but conventional… As we all know, for better or worse, trends often repeat themselves. From fashion to music, beauty to interior design, you can often spot the nods of appreciation toward times gone by.…
read moreMorgan’s top nature-inspired furniture collections Erin Johnson, Design Manager at Morgan, shares which furniture collections best exemplify a biophilic approach… Biophilic design, which seeks to connect building occupants with the natural environment, is here to stay, with an emphasis is on sustainability and well-being. What better way to cultivate both than by connecting people to nature, no matter the space?…
read moreSneak peek: Little Beach House Brighton – Soho House by the seaside Located on Madeira Drive with views out to sea, Little Beach House Brighton, opening later this month, will be Soho House’s third UK House… Almost exactly one year ago we ran through the Soho House pipeline that included openings across continents from Rome to Texas. But this one,…
read moreGoddard Littlefair unveils spa design for Raffles London As the monumental transformation of the landmark OWO building continues, Raffles London at The OWO has announced the launch of a new destination spa and health club. Here’s what we know… Slated to open next winter, the spa and health club, in partnership with world-leading beauty and wellness brand Guerlain alongside movement…
read moreInside W Algarve, designed by AB Concept It’s ‘firsts’ all round on this project. W Hotels takes its distinctive energy to Portugal for the first time, while it marks the completion of design studio AB Concept‘s first full hotel and residences project in Europe. We took a closer look inside… Located on the sun-drenched shores of the Algarve, where jagged…
read more5 minutes with: artist Frances Bildner on inspiration & expression We caught up with artist Frances Bildner, whose vital and colourful abstract works can be found in collections throughout Europe and America, and asked her what inspires her and her thoughts on the role art can play in hotel design… Frances Bildner, the founder of Frances Bildner Expressive Arts, creates…
read moreThink of this element of the Guide to Hotel Design as the troublesome classmate – you know the one – who finds pleasure in going against the lecturer’s every word. In this smug and creative feature, Charlie Svensson explores the loopholes that allow designers and architects to break the rules… Guide to Hotel Design Interior design, just like any art,…
read moreBiophilic design beyond the buzzword With so much being written about the positive effect of biophilic interiors, we caught up with three brands to see how they have incorporated biophilic design into their products… The term biophilia was first coined by German-born American psychoanalyst Erich Fromm in the early 70s, to describe ‘the passionate love of life and of all…
read moreDonut Fear – a new carpet collection from Moooi Carpets Moooi Carpets’ colourful collaboration with artist Jae Yong Kim is sure to deliver a smile and a sugar-rush… For Moooi, transforming a small ceramic design into a large 2D carpet is an interesting creative process. The interpretation of the design changes, so working with Jae Yong Kim to find the…
read moreEastwind Lake Placid set to open its scandi-inspired doors this spring Eastwind Hotel & Bar are gearing up for the launch of its second property in Lake Placid, offering travellers a designer-curated outdoor escape with Scandinavian and postmodern inspired décor. We took a closer look… Eastwind Lake Placid is a year-round, boutique retreat in the heart of the Adirondacks, ideal…
read moreTake a seat: Morgan expands Kaya collection British contract furniture brand Morgan has introduced two new dining chairs, expanding on the relaxed luxury of its Kaya collection… First launched as a trio of lounge chairs in 2019, Kaya embodies a beautiful contrast between the soft informality of simple, tailored upholstery and the clean geometry of a crafted timber frame. The dining…
read moreHRC is back and putting industry trends in the spotlight Hotel, Restaurant & Catering (HRC) is set to return to ExCeL London on March 21-23 with a showcase of the most important hospitality trends and exciting new products to emerge over the past two years… Hotel, Restaurant & Catering (HRC) is the UK’s largest and most prestigious event for the…
read moreIn conversation with: Jonny Sin, Director, ReardonSmith Architects Jonny Sin’s determination and undeniable eye for architecture and design led him to become a Director at ReardonSmith Architects. Following his name being printed, yet again, in The Brit List 2021 – and after winning a landmark project – Editor Hamish Kilburn caught up with him to discuss projects, people and new…
read moreAccor adds spectacular new properties to its 2022 pipeline With an impressive pipeline that covers more than 300 new destinations worldwide, Accor continues to take us on a journey of discovery with some of the most anticipated openings across the continents… Having previously taken a close look at the Accor pipeline for northern Europe in 2022, it has now revealed…
read moreProduct Watch: Stylish bathroom solutions from RAK Ceramics With design expectations on the rise in the bathroom, sanitaryware and furniture needs to perform practically and visually. RAK-Des from RAK Ceramics delivers on all fronts… The RAK-Des range from RAK ceramics features minimal lines for a sleek and streamlined finish that emulates the hotel feel, all working towards creating a relaxing…
read moreAbout. MEET UP North, Hotel Designs’ leading networking event in the north, will take place at Whitworth Locke in the heart of Manchester on May 19, 2022. The theme of the event will be ‘development in the North’ in line with the Manchester – and other Northern hotspots, such as Edinburgh, Glasgow, Liverpool, Leeds and Birmingham – being hives of…
read moreWhy sustainability is a core pillar in design at GROHE At GROHE, sustainability is at the heart of the business, reflected in everything from product design through to packaging. Ebru Bircan (Marketing Activation UK, LIXIL EMENA) discusses how the brand continues to innovate… Sustainability in design isn’t just a growing trend; it’s a necessity. In recent years, it’s been imperative…
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