Hotel Designs Hotel DesignsSneak peek: inside The BoTree, London’s new design hotel New luxury hotel The BoTree has announced its opening for July 2023. Located in the heart of London’s West End at the intersection of the affluent Marylebone and Mayfair neighbourhoods, The BoTree plans to capture the spirit of the city’s ‘village’ life while reflecting the prestige of central London… Sister property…
read moreThe Anam Mui Ne slated to open in January Situated in southern Vietnam’s popular beach town Mui Ne, the independently owned and operated five-star resort The Anam Mui Ne, will be the second Anam property to open, following the successful 2017 debut of The Anam Cam Ranh… Overlooking Mui Ne’s white sand beach, The Anam Mui Ne, sheltering 127 guestrooms…
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read moreConran & Partners enters new chapter after management buy-out completes Conran & Partners, founded more than 40 years ago by designer and visionary Sir Terence Conran, completes a management buy-out of the practice, which signals a new chapter in the evolution of the international design firm. Editor Hamish Kilburn writes… Known for always doing things differently, designing spaces for the…
read moreGranorte on form – 3DForms that is Form something new with 3DForms — the modular cork concept from Granorte that brings a unique aesthetic to walls… Designed by Alzira Peixoto and Carlos Mendonca of SimpleFormsDesign, 3DForms is a collection of three-dimensional cork wall tiles that can be arranged to bring a bespoke texture to walls and other vertical surfaces. Made…
read moreHyatt pipeline: 13 new hotels between now and 2025 A strong pipeline of luxury openings and development projects has signalled Hyatt’s continued commitment to catering to high-end travellers in new and desirable markets as it announces an impressive list of openings over the next three years across Europe, Africa and the Middle East (EAME). Here’s what we know… Hyatt has…
read moreRoundtable: utilising circadian lighting in hotel design In Hotel Designs’ latest roundtable, Editor Hamish Kilburn, in association with Franklite, invites leading interior and lighting designers to explore the reality of circadian lighting in hotels… With wellness continuing to be high on the hospitality design agenda – and with hotels continually looking for innovative and meaningful ways to differentiate themselves –…
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read more9 innovative bathroom products launched in 2022 With the design spotlight firmly focussed on both wellness and sustainability during the course of 2022, bathrooms have come out of the shadows to dominate the design stage. Writer Pauline Brettell shares the products and concepts that have caught her eye, elevated design, and in some case redefined the bathroom as we know…
read moreWhich design collaborations changed the game in 2022? Whatever way you look at it, the projects that have been born from authentic and organic collaborations have come out on top in 2022. Highlighting just how togetherness has fuelled the industry this year, Editor Hamish Kilburn takes a look at some of the most stand-out and layered partnerships… Together we can.…
read moreSneak peek: inside St Regis Jakarta St. Regis Hotels and Resorts, part of the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio, recently debuted in Jakarta. Born from the distinct legacy of a brand steeped in history, St. Regis Jakarta offers guests a new viewpoint from the heart of a modern city… Every St. Regis hotel celebrates the culture and identity of its destination, and…
read moreTREND surfaces — green by design Sustainability is a term that has, quite rightly, become a mantra for businesses the world over in recent years, and a major factor when considering materials and suppliers. Whilst many have found themselves hastily having to make adjustments to jump on the eco-bandwagon, it is something that has always been at the very heart…
read moreYear in Review: Northern Lights celebrates 35 Years of lighting excellence The Northern Lights team continually designs and crafts lighting installations that transform the functional into a statement. With no less than three impressive award-winning projects and three shortlisted projects across the industry, we take a look at the standout designs shining a light on the company’s creativity… Working on…
read moreA playful stay inside No.1 York by GuestHouse Embracing her ‘inner child’, Rachel Everett checks in to No.1 by GuestHouse in York – and is left, checking out, feeling rather nostalgic… No.1 by GuestHouse, the Guest brothers’ latest 39-key hotel in York is set in a handsome 19th-century townhouse. It’s the brainchild of brothers Tristan, James and Tom, who have…
read moreIntroducing the top 25 Brit List Hoteliers of 2022 This month has been punctuated by the editorial series celebrating the publication of The Brit List 2022. Following on the designers and architects that we have already profiled, here is the third and final instalment in this series. Introducing top 25 hoteliers in Britain — individuals who have not only made…
read more5 hotel concepts that were out of this world in 2022 Designers, architects and hoteliers have answered the brief in style, calling for innovative, ground-breaking and conscious hospitality developments that will change the game in luxury travel forever. Editor Hamish Kilburn shares his top picks of hotel concepts that broke boundaries in 2022… Albert Einstein famously once said it best:…
read morePanel discussion: members only – exclusivity or community? A panel of interior designers and hoteliers took over the stage at HIX to discuss the ever-changing arena of hotel members’ clubs, all with a nuanced take on the concept. Hamish Kilburn, Editor, Hotel Designs, moderated the conversation to dig a little deeper into the ‘members only’ model… As the conversation in the…
read moreMeliá Hotels steps up its luxury portfolio Spanish hotel brand Meliá Hotels International, placed as the third largest hotel group in Europe, has announced that one in three hotel openings between 2023 and 2026 will be within its luxury portfolio… The luxury brand rooted in Mediterranean heritage and born in Palma de Mallorca in 1956, has announced an ambitious pipeline…
read moreNaumi arrives in Wellington, New Zealand Listed as New Zealand’s hottest new hotel opening, Naumi Wellington has opened its doors, marking the seventh property for Singapore based disruptor hotel brand, Naumi Hotels… Naumi Wellington is a new 62-key hotel arrival that shelters generous oversized rooms, which are more studio apartment than hotel guestroom, ensuring the most comfortable stay with an…
read moreRosapetra Spa Resort — Cortina’s new arrival Rosapetra Spa Resort is preparing to open for its first winter season under the stewardship of Relegance and The Unexpected Collection, the new Italian high-end hospitality brand founded by Antonio Onorato… The 33 key boutique hotel overlooks the Tofane massif in the Ampezzo Valley, and whilst the property will retain its existing contemporary…
read moreModieus — making an Impression First impressions count, and the new Impressions Collection from Australian based carpet and rug company Modieus doesn’t disappoint, with its new collection set to make its mark on how the hospitality design sector views Axminister carpet going forward… This collection from Modieus is as much about design, as it is about technique and innovation and…
read moreBy 2030, Duravit will reduce its CO2 by 20% – and here’s how Duravit has responded to the UN climate conference COP 27, which took place last month, by amplifying its mission towards reducing CO2 by producing consciously sustainable bathrooms – from the manufacturing process right through to the end user… Even in 2022, sustainability remains a buzzword that is…
read moreFairmont La Marina Rabat-Salé drops anchor in Morocco Fairmont Hotels and Resorts has announced the opening of its newest flagship hotel, Fairmont La Marina Rabat Salé. Located on the banks of the Bouregreg river and the Atlantic Ocean in Morroco’s capital, the property, designed to mirror a majestic cruise liner dropping anchor on the estuary, has opened its doors to…
read more7 design initiatives that defined sustainability in 2022 Editor Hamish Kilburn cuts through the greenwashing noise to look back at the projects, products and people that defined a new era of sustainability in hotel design and hospitality this year… Have we finally entered into an era where greenwashing has been erased and bold, meaningful products and projects are stealing the…
read moreIntroducing the top 25 Brit List Architects of 2022 Encapsulating a diverse range of design and architectural innovation, and following swiftly on the heels of us unveiling the top 25 hotel interior designers in Britain, we present you with the top 25 hotel architects in Britain, as profiled in The Brit List 2022… What is immediately impressive when running through…
read moreYear in Review: our top fabric picks from Sekers Sekers continues to bring new designs and colours to the table as a leading supplier of quality contract furnishing fabrics for hospitality, leisure and cruise markets worldwide. Reflecting trends while ensuring performance, Pauline Brettell takes a look at the some of the highlights… Earlier this year Sekers announced the launch of…
read moreOleg Pugachev designs new furniture collection for Ligne Roset New to the Ligne Roset collection for 2023, and shown for the first time during the Ligne Roset product launch at the Palais de Tokyo arts centre in Paris in June, Tambour by Oleg Pugachev has a mid-century modern aesthetic with a streamlined edge… Ligne Roset Contract, the contemporary furniture brand…
read moreCTD Architectural Tiles — awash with ideas From small ensuites and bijoux wet rooms through to luxuriously large rooms for indulgent bathing, hotel bathrooms need to balance practicalities with aesthetics. Tiles for both walls and floors are a popular and practical decorative finish, and as Rob Lynch, specifications manager from CTD Architectural Tiles, explains how to transform a bathroom from…
read moreHotel lighting reimagined by Gabriel Scott Canadian luxury handmade furniture and lighting brand Gabriel Scott has launched its latest lighting collection, Welles Reimagined, in collaboration with six global designers and architects to celebrate the brands 10th anniversary this year… The six designers have reinterpreted the studio’s most iconic fixture, the Welles Chandelier. The six fixtures, first showcased at Milan Design…
read moreIkos Porto Petro moves into Mallorca Luxury all-inclusive Ikos Resorts has announced the addition of a seventh property to its portfolio, and its second in Spain with the new Ikos Porto Petro, opening in Mallorca… Following its successful debut on the Iberian Peninsula with the opening of Ikos Andalusia in Marbella – Estepona in May 2021, Ikos Porto Petro is…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotel openings in December 2022 The temperature is not dropping at Hotel Designs HQ, as we migrate to far-flung destinations around the world to explore the hottest hotel openings expected in December… What a year it has been! From new islands to renovated great dames, mind-blowing hotel concepts to the hospitality industry boldly entering the metaverse –…
read moreHIX 2022 review: from a mycelium bar to the metaverse HIX 2022 was underlined by the event theme; ‘Great things will grow’ – and indeed, from the discussions on stage to the conversations on the stands the event was fuelled by a sense of positivity and purpose as the industry as a whole faces up to the challenges of net…
read moreIn conversation with: Ben Naylor, Group Operations Director, Sanderson Design Group With sustainability at the heart of the Sanderson Design Group strategy moving forward, we caught up with Ben Naylor to dig a little deeper into the groups Sustainability Pledge and find out what it actually means for SDG to ‘Live Beautiful’… To ‘Live Beautiful’ from a Sanderson Design Group…
read moreEditor checks in: “hotels in the metaverse and beyond” Headsets on. Hot off the HIX Talks stage, where he and a handful of visionaries explored why hotels are betting on cyberspace, Editor Hamish Kilburn is himself heading into the metaverse to explore how virtual spaces, in theory as well as reality, could work in harmony with physical hospitality and hotel…
read moreSneak peek: inside Hotel AKA Alexandria Slated to open in 2023, Hotel AKA Alexandria will be the newest luxury offering in the Washington D.C. metro area showcasing a sophisticated, newly reimagined property designed by architect and designer, Piero Lissoni. Here’s what we know… A joint venture between Electra America and AKA targeting the acquisition and repositioning of underperforming hotels in…
read moreIntroducing the top 25 Brit List Interior Designers of 2022 Earlier this month, The Brit List 2022 was published, which profiles the leading interior designers, architects and hoteliers in Britain, following the projects that have completed throughout this year. Kickstarting a three-part editorial series, here are The Brit List Interior Designers of 2022… The Brit List Awards has become known…
read moreThe Wayfinder Waikiki – Hawaii, but not as you know it Located in the heart of the vibrant Waikiki neighbourhood of Honolulu, The Wayfinder Waikiki is inspired by the sites, stories, and heritage of Hawaii. Before it prepares to open its doors before the year closes its door, we checked in for a sneak peek… The Wayfinder Waikiki will be…
read moreNot art for art’s sake: adding apt sense of place in hotel design The definition of art has come a long way in hotels – from the decorative layer added at the end of a project to where we are now where the barriers between the interior design scheme and the art itself is blurred. To understand the role of…
read moreWe have come so far from the time when the choice is hotels was Italian or steakhouse. Today, destination restaurants and Michelin star chefs are sheltered inside some of the world’s most premium luxury hotels. But what’s next on the menu for Food and Beverage design in hotels? Alexandre Santamaria, Founder, Aware Hospitality, has a few thoughts… Guide to Hotel…
read moreMiniview: Hotel Terrestre – sustainable architecture reimagined Grupo Habita has been leading a design revolution in Mexico’s hospitality industry choosing untapped locations in Mexico where they integrate their vision into the personality of the location. Located in the Mexican jungle outside Puerto Escondido, Grupo Habita’s newest project, Hotel Terrestre, invites guests to reconnect with the luxury of nature… At Hotel…
read moreCase Study: Modieus designs for Sydneys Petersham RSL Club The Petersham RSL Club has been serving the local community for almost 100 years, and has recently moved into a fabulous new facility — working with Modieus, Red Design reimagined this iconic club into a multi-use, contemporary space to rival the most luxurious of hospitality venues Sydney has to offer… The…
read moreWhite Elephant Nantucket reimagined In anticipation of the 100th anniversary of the landmark White Elephant Nantucket, White Elephant Resorts, has engaged Elkus Manfredi Architects to design a top-to-bottom transformation and renovation of the iconic hotel… Following on from the design firm’s multi-award winning renovation of White Elephant Palm Beach, the anticipated transformation of White Elephant Nantucket will create a bright,…
read moreRuby Hotels to arrive in Scotland Following successful openings in London and Dublin, Edinburgh is next on the list for Ruby Hotels. At the end of 2025, the lean luxury group will open a Ruby hotel with around 300 rooms in the Scottish capital. Here’s what we know… The expansion of the Ruby Group, under the leadership of founder and…
read moreFOCUS brings fire at the touch of a button Following the launch of the Ergofocus earlier this year, FOCUS presents a new hospitality range – FOCUS design goes electric, offering an ultra-realistic fire experience with virtual holographic flames… In addition to its wood-burning and gas fireplaces, FOCUS now offers its iconic design in a third option: electric. With its stunningly…
read moreRoundtable: the value of variety in hotel bathroom design In Hotel Designs’ latest roundtable, Editor Hamish Kilburn, in association with Roca and Laufen, invites leading designers to explore the value of variety in hotel bathroom design… In this year’s series of roundtables, bathroom have been, well, a common theme. From enhancing guest experience, adding personality in heritage bathrooms, technology’s role…
read moreSommerro opens the doors to its urban wellness retreat Nordic Hotels & Resorts’ newest luxury hotel in Oslo, Sommerro, has announced the opening of its exclusive wellness space, Vestkantbadet, a reimagined and restored retreat sheltering the largest city hotel wellness space in the Nordics… Serving as the largest city resort wellness space across the Nordic countries and comprising one of…
read moreProduct watch: MOD+ – a modular collection from GRAFF MOD+ by GRAFF Designs is a rich and diversified modular collection offering endless customisation and design possibilities… As the first modular bathroom collection from GRAFF, MOD+ allows a high degree of creative freedom with luxury custom finishes, materials and configurations. The collection unlocks up to 65,000 possible combinations, as it is…
read moreA recent study by a hotel management company found that online casino is the best form of entertainment for guests in hotel rooms. The study surveyed 1,000 people and found that online casino was the most popular activity for guests staying in hotels. Other activities included watching television, reading magazines or newspapers, playing video games, and socializing with other guests.…
read moreHow House of Rohl created contemporary bathrooms inside Fairmont Windsor Park To really understand how Fairmont Windsor Park has emerged as one of the UK’s new luxury addresses, Hotel Designs asks the experts from House of Rohl how the team approached the bathroom design… A gentle 60 minute walk from what was the Queen’s favourite royal castle, the Fairmont Windsor…
read moreFancy a dip? Inside the revived Pasadena Hotel & Pool Stonehill Taylor has reimagined the historic Pasadena Hotel & Pool, inspired by the golden age of the 1920s in California… The building that shelters Pasadena Hotel & Pool dates back to 1926. It was originally unveiled during the city’s renaissance, purchased by a local prominent businesswoman, known as Constance G.L.…
read moreTara by Dornbracht – a design classic that keeps reinventing itself With Tara, Dornbracht and Sieger Design have laid the foundations for a totally new bathroom culture. The minimalist, elegant design language of the fitting has had an impact in a wide variety of contexts ever since, making a significant contribution in turning the bathroom into an aesthetically appealing living…
read moreLive from HIX: new collections from Sekers Sashaying past Stand 19 at HIX, you can’t help but be drawn in by the jewel tones and textures of the Odisha Collection by Sekers – we stopped off to dig deeper into these new collections and colourways… Sekers is throwing back the curtain to reveal new collections this week, showcasing both Odisha…
read moreA modern tradition from Granorte Bringing the unmistakable look of classic cork floor tiles, Tradition by Granorte – inspired by nature – features four striking new designs that we were desperate to get our hands on… With archetypal looks such as Classic and Twist, as well as contemporary designs like Expression, Fineline and Canyon, Granorte’s Tradition floor tile collection is…
read moreLive from HIX: versatile illumination from Northern Lights Northern Lights has launched a collection of new decorative lighting designs exclusively at HIX. The designs can be seen on Stand 45, and will be added to any already eclectic mix of made-to-order lighting within its luxury Signature Collection… From dramatic chandeliers and perfectly considered wall lights to cordless rechargeable lamps that…
read moreLive from HIX: Edmund Bell reveals recycled ranges Edmund Bell, supplier of fabrics and accessories to the commercial, institutional and domestic interiors markets, is on stand 48 at HIX showcasing their comprehensive range of fabrics along with two brand new products made from recycled materials… Humans use around 1.2 million plastic bottles per minute, and only 56 per cent of…
read moreIn conversation with: Christian Sieger, CEO at sieger design Having been charged with the task of presenting the Rising Star Award at The Brit List Awards 2022, Christian Sieger found time in his London schedule to sit down with us to chat about all things design and wellness, giving writer Pauline Brettell the opportunity to find out more about the…
read moreLive from HIX: sustainable luxury from Hypnos Sharing its latest innovation in the realm of sustainable luxury, Hypnos Contract Beds is on Stand 28 at HIX showcasing the Woolsleepers Pillow Top mattress… Taking pride of place on the Hypnos stand at HIX is the Woolsleepers Pillow Top mattress. The ultimate in comfort and sustainability, the breathable, antibacterial mattress boasts a…
read moreLive from HIX: inside the new Novotel hotel concept with Ligne Roset Ligne Roset has collaborated with Novotel and designers Damien Perrot and Ramy Fischler to usher in a new era of design for the hospitality brand with sustainability at its heart. The designs are being showcased at HIX on the Ligne Roset Stand 18. In addition editor Hamish Kilburn…
read moreNew images from inside Mandarin Oriental Palace Luzern Jestico + Whiles has completed the interior revamp for Mandarin Oriental’s grande-dame Palace Luzern – the completion of the project on the banks of Lake Luzern marks the London-based Jestico + Whiles’ third hotel in Switzerland. We stepped inside for a closer look… Marking 116 years since the the historic hotel welcomed…
read moreOutdoor tiles with style: introducing Vistascape from Parkside Vistascape are the new outdoor tiles exclusively from Parkside… With a range outdoor-ready wall and floor tile collections, as well as technical accessories designed to withstand the rigours of all-weather use, Vistascape is the new outdoor tile brand exclusively available from Parkside. For landscape architects, designers and contractors working on outdoor commercial…
read moreNobu by the Beach to open at Atlantis The Royal Building on Nobu’s prodigious success at Atlantis, The Palm, the hospitality heavyweights will continue their prosperous partnership by launching Nobu by the Beach – Nobu’s debut pool and beach club concept that is slated to open in Q1,2023. Here’s what we know… Located at the world’s most anticipated ultra-luxury experiential…
read moreHorwood House Hotel: a design transformation Informed by tradition, enriched by materiality, and inspired by contemporary life; architecture and interior design studio Ica Studio have transformed the Grade II listed Horwood House Hotel. We stepped inside the reimagined interior… Set in 38 acres of beautiful English grounds in Buckinghamshire, Horwood House Hotel is a characterful grade-II listed Manor house hotel…
read moreRadisson arrives in Cyprus Set on the edge of the Mediterranean Sea and surrounded by idyllic beaches, Radisson Beach Resort Larnaca has opened its doors to offer the perfect island getaway… The brand-new Radisson resort is located on Dhekelia Road, overlooking Larnaca Bay, just a short drive from the city, and provides all comforts and amenities for relaxation, leisure, business,…
read moreAYANA Segara opens indoors-outdoor design scheme The new AYANA Segara hotel set within the AYANA Estate and designed by WATG, brings an indoor-outdoor concept and a contemporary twist to the brands legendary Balinese-inspired experience… The new 205 guestroom AYANA Segara Bali is the fourth property inside the 90 hectare integrated AYANA Estate luxury community at Jimbaran, taking the total to…
read moreProduct watch: Organoid from Architextural With textured, organic design fast becoming sought after in the realm of surface decoration, the Organoid range from Architextural is perfect for bringing the outside in, and adding layers of interest to any room, whether it be a hotel, office, coffee shop or home… Launched earlier this year, the Avery Dennison Organoid is perfect for…
read moreEditor checks in: “The Brit List 2022 is served” Not so fast. Did you think The Brit List Awards 2022 was just a party to celebrate the nine individual award winners? Each year, to conclude a year-long campaign to find the true influencers leading the hotel design and hospitality scene, Hotel Designs publishes The Brit List, a publication that profiles…
read moreInside The Peninsula Hotels’ debut property in Istanbul The Peninsula Istanbul, the newest addition to The Peninsula Hotels’ portfolio of elegant and luxurious worldwide properties is slated to open in Q1 of 2023 – we take a sneak peak at what to expect… Set along the banks of the scenic Bosphorus in Istanbul’s historic Karaköy district, The Peninsula Istanbul will…
read moreFour Seasons Resort Tamarindo open its doors onto the Pacific Deeply committed to preservation of the natural landscape, celebrating Mexico’s rich heritage and providing the ultimate luxury travel experience, Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, México is now welcoming guests to a pristine coastal reserve that for centuries has been completely off the grid – until now… With just two per cent…
read moreIn pictures: inside The Brit List Awards 2022 The winners of The Brit List Awards 2022 were announced on November 2 with an audience packed to capacity with creativity. But you know this already. What you haven’t seen, yet, are the official images from the evening. Hotel Designs’ Pauline Brettell and Hamish Kilburn were on the floor – and at…
read moreAngama Amboseli – taking inspiration from Kilamanjaro Angama has announced the opening of Angama Amboseli – an intimate lodge with tented suites set against the famed backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro… Angama Amboseli, slated to open in Q4 of 2023, will be a boutique offering of ten suites within the private 5,700-acre Kimana Sanctuary. Designed by the same team behind Angama…
read moreDorchester Collection to arrive in Tokyo Dorchester Collection has announced it will debut in Asia within Torch Tower – the tallest building in Tokyo, and a new landmark in Japan. Slated to open in 2028, the hotel will be the 11th property for the Collection. Here’s what we know… Dorchester Collection has been selected to manage the hotel within ‘Torch…
read moreNew private villas for Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel, has announced the opening of Villa Beauchamp and Villa Clair-Soleil – two new historic villas nestled in the Hotel’s lush grounds, with interiors by Parisian designer Sybille de Margerie… Slated to open in summer 2023, the Villas are perfect for families and friends wanting to enjoy…
read moreCSIE has cruise ship interior design covered Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Europe (CSIE) has released the itinerary for Cruise Conversations Live. Covering subjects from Starting Fresh, through to Designing for 2030, the workshops and conversations will take place over the two days of Cruise Ship Interiors. As media partners for the event, we have our finger on the cruise ship…
read moreKohler collaborates with Lois O’Hara in a live painting event Kohler extended its celebration of design and colour from London Design Festival with a live mural painting evening at the Kohler Experience Centre where members of London’s A&D community were invited to join ‘An Evening with Lois O’Hara’ to watch the London-based artist create a large-scale mural on the showroom…
read moreA designer’s guide to boutique hotels in Paris Move over Emily, Hotel Designs is extending its designer umbrella across the channel in the new year with its inaugural MEET UP Paris, taking place on January 19, during Deco Off, at the Arte showroom. Keeping our focus firmly on this foray into the French capital, we have been perusing the Parisian…
read moreThe new Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Nashville – connecting guests to the best of music city The highly anticipated luxury offering Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Nashville is located in the heart of downtown Nashville, making it the ideal base for experiencing all the city has to offer. Here’s what we know… Rising 40 storeys above the…
read moreTheodor Brown Hotel captures a design moment in time Theodor Brown, a Bauhaus-inspired boutique hotel in central Tel Aviv, is the latest addition to the growing portfolio of properties from Brown Hotels. We stepped inside for a closer look at the restored 1930’s building that celebrates the design of the era with an elegant interior aesthetic… Originally built in 1935,…
read moreProduct watch: Vignola by GRAFF Luxury bathroom manufacturer, GRAFF was inspired by one of the most renowned Italian architects of the 16th century, Jacopo Barozzi Vignola, and the iconic porticos of Bologna, with the Vignola collection which marries contemporary design with historic grandeur… Designed with a selection of curved edges and delicate finishes for the bathroom and influenced by the…
read moreWinners of The Brit List Awards 2022 announced The Brit List Awards 2022 came to a dramatic climax on November 2, inside PROUD Embankment, when the winners of the nine individual categories, including Interior Designer of the Year, Architect of the Year and Hotelier of the Year, were announced. Editor Hamish Kilburn writes… It was a year unlike any other.…
read moreReminding the industry how the hotel sector can maximise its social and economic impact, Andy Jansons, Managing Director of Jansons Properties, writes about the direct, indirect and social affects of good hospitality and hotel design… Guide to Hotel Design Hotels provide far more than just a bed to sleep in when you are away from home. They are hubs of…
read moreFloor and wall solutions from BerryAlloc In the heart of London’s creative community, BerryAlloc’s studio is the perfect place to experience its floor and wall solutions for commercial interiors… As one of the design businesses based at the Business Design Centre, BerryAlloc plans to be in the thick of the action at HIX this year, and will open its doors…
read moreShipwrecked in the Maldives: checking in to Gili Lankanfushi After setting his watch to ‘Gili time’, and being persuaded to say goodbye to shoes for the duration of his trip, Editor Hamish Kilburn experiences what is like to feel shipwrecked on Gili Lankanfushi, one of the most raved-about island hotels in the Maldives – and for good reason… The closest…
read moreThe Tongsai Bay forges ahead with its transformation The Tongsai Bay, the very first five-star luxury hotel to be built on Koh Samui, is forging ahead with Phase Two of its innovative refurbishment and development programme as the resort continues to lead the way in developing the harmonious interaction between the natural world and the best of traditional Thai hospitality…
read moreSold out: The Brit List Awards 2022 officially at capacity Becoming the most successful awards campaign in Hotel Designs’ history, The Brit List Awards 2022 has just sold out. 600 of the industry’s finest will attend the awards ceremony that takes place on November 2 at PROUD Embankment, the famous cabaret venue. Get ready for a performance… Following the awards…
read moreProduct watch: designer dispenser from Unidrain The ultimate designer bathroom accessories range from Unidrain, the Reframe Collection, is expanding to include this meticulously designed soap dispenser… The carefully crafted dispenser is characterised by excellent quality and sharp attention to detail, and as with all components of the Reframe Collection the new dispenser provides quintessential Danish design for the bathroom. One…
read moreWhat to expect from Workspace Design Show 2023 Workspace Design Show will be taking over the hall at the Business Design Centre, London, on February 27 –28. While it is getting ready to host a whole range of creatives from the UK’s workplace industry, we are fulfilling our media partnership role with an insight on what’s to look forward to……
read moreTREND mosaics – all that glitters really is gold Updating and extending an original 1930s Florida villa to give it a modernist, vibrant feel, the Artistic Director of TREND whose mosaics and materials were used throughout, created a space to bridge the decades… Whilst keeping the buildings historical integrity called for a delicate touch, taking the design as far as…
read moreInside new beachside tented villas at Fairmont Maldives Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi has unveiled new beachside tented villas, which have been designed to created an added sense of adventure. Editor Hamish Kilburn takes a look inside… Are we in Africa, on safari? Not quite, although the latest addition to Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi – beachside tented accommodation –…
read moreDornbracht and Alape provide solutions for The Château de Vignée Once a traditional hunting lodge hotel, The Château de Vignée at Villers-sur-Lesse is now a luxury retreat for guests seeking rest and repose in picturesque natural surroundings. The Alape bathroom solutions and Dornbracht fittings in the bathrooms, for which Sieger Design is responsible, are just one of its highlights… The…
read moreThe Unbound Collection by Hyatt debuts in Japan Fuji Speedway is the dramatic backdrop of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt’s first hotel in Japan… Set amid Mount Fuji, Fuji Speedway Hotel in Shizuoka, has opened as the first property within The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand in Japan. The hotel, which first entered our radar in 2019, sits adjacent to…
read moreIntroducing Boston – a versatile tile collection from Parkside Boston is the new porcelain tile collection from Parkside, which helps to bring the look of concrete into commercial spaces… From the brand that has more than 20,000 commercial tiles, Parkside, a trusted tile specification company, has just launched Boston. The new collection is all about versatility in surface design; adding…
read moreSix Senses to arrive in Zimbabwe Slated to open in 2025, Six Senses has entered into its first sub-Saharan African project with Six Senses Victoria Falls and plans to offer wildlife lovers stilted eco-lodges on the edge of the Zambezi… The riverside game reserve and wellness resort will fall within Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls National Park, a UNESCO Protected Area. The…
read moreChecking in to room2 Chiswick – the world’s first net-zero hometel When it comes to architecture, design and fashion, London is home to many ‘firsts’. Answering to any allegation of ‘greenwashing’ with conscious hotel design and hosptiality, Lamington Group unveiled the world’s first net-zero hometel – and it has the stats to back up that claim, as Nadia Walford discovers when…
read moreIdeal Standard – making a statement in the hotel bathroom As the hotel bathroom increasingly takes centre stage in the guest experience, Ideal Standard looks at some design solutions to elevate this previously practical space. From high-traffic lobby washrooms to spa-like hotel bathrooms, these spaces create lasting impressions for guests that go well beyond their stay… To achieve truly impactful…
read moreSand Hotel makes the switch to Hamilton Sand Hotel Reykjavik, located in the heart of the Icelandic capital’s cultural action, has made the switch to Hamilton Litestat’s decorative wiring accessories in its stunning refurbishment… Situated in downtown Reykjavik, Sand Hotel sits right in the heart of the Icelandic capital’s cultural action – a perfect location for guests to enjoy the…
read moreRoundtable: nature vs nurture in surface design The latest Hotel Designs roundtable took place in the midst of the creative energy that was London Design Festival. In association with Atlas Concorde, Editor Hamish Kilburn welcomed a group of leading designers to the table, appropriately surrounded by the Atlas Concorde range of stone, porcelain and marble, and more than a few…
read moreSneak peek: Fairmont Tazi Palace opens its doors Fairmont Tazi Palace Tangier has opened its somewhat palatial doors in the heart of Tangier, Morocco. Originally built in the 1920s as a residence for the King’s advisor, the palace has been restored and expanded upon, standing high on the hills overlooking the city – we stepped inside for a closer look……
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