Hotel Designs Hotel DesignsCircular shower solutions from GROHE With nearly one third of Europeans living in areas experiencing water strain, GROHE has taken up the challenge, exploring new and innovative solutions to transform how we use water in the home with a recycling shower concept to combat water scarcity… GROHE has unveiled a new water-recycling shower concept, expanding the brand’s range of bathroom…
read moreProduct watch: blown away by HIMACS from James Latham James Latham was instrumental in a recent project for global hand dryer manufacturer Excel Dryer, providing HIMACS to solid surface fabricator, Qubicle, for a bespoke basin unit to house Excel’s latest drying innovation… Excel is one of the world’s most respected manufacturers of fast-drying, ultra-hygienic and low energy consumption hand dryers;…
read moreFour Seasons announces plans for Suzhou China Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and Sun Hung Kai Properties, a renowned property developer in Greater China, have announced plans for a new Four Seasons hotel in historic Suzhou, China, set to open in late 2023. Here’s what we know… The Four Seasons Hotel Suzhou will comprise of nine hectares of a private…
read moreDesign & wellbeing: designing with the seasons In the third article in an exclusive ‘wellness series’ with Hotel Designs, interior designer Wren Loucks, CEO and Creative Director of Be-kin, explores the psychological benefits of adapting with the seasons in interior design and hospitality… Imagine, for a moment, a hotel that moves and shifts with the seasons. A hospitality space where the…
read moreIn conversation with: Jon Bond, Head of Projects (UK), Roca & Laufen While experiencing the Everything Flows exhibition at the Roca London Gallery, a display showcasing the decade-short collaboration between the showroom and Zaha Hadid Design, Editor Hamish Kilburn caught up with Jon Bond, Head of Projects (UK) at Roca and Laufen to capture the evolution of wellness through his…
read moreMama Shelter is getting ready for Rennes Bringing with it Mama Shelter’s first ever ‘Mama Skin Spa’, and Rennes’ first rooftop bar – slated for March 2023, Mama Shelter have announced their 17th hotel will be opening in Rennes, the French city where modernism and tradition meet. Here’s what we know… Staying true to brand, Mama Shelter always seeks to…
read moreExclusive video: the making of The Other House (part two) Rounding off Hotel Designs’ exclusive editorial series in style, which has seen us following the making of The Other House South Kensington, from concept to completion, Editor Hamish Kilburn returns to a now completed and fully open hotel to speak to the developer, the architect and the designer behind London’s…
read moreBeauflor – reimagining vinyl Vinyl flooring manufacturer, Beauflor will be opening its doors to designers at its first open house event in its new London home at the Business Design Centre during HIX 2022… Designers attending HIX will have an opportunity to walk in and discover Beauflor’s range of commercial flooring solutions, including the Create range of customisable floors. With…
read moreProduct watch: Vintage Collection by GRAFF Inspired by the Chicago Fire Department’s heroic role in extinguishing the state’s Big Fire of 1934, GRAFF Designs pays homage with this tactile and vintage style brassware in its Vintage Collection… The Vintage collection by GRAFF Designs is a unique range marrying industrial style with rich heritage. Reminiscent of the iconic fire hose valve…
read moreLeaflike grounds Sofitel London Heathrow with nature Leaflike was invited to provide the biophilic design throughout The Sofitel Heathrow, the narrative of which involved a minimalistic style and sophisticated approach for the prestigious airport hotel… The Sofitel Heathrow, a hotel with direct access to Terminal 5, comes with health spa, 24-hour gym, and of course, panoramic views of the airport.…
read moreEpisode 26: Formula 1 hospitality design in Silverstone We are racing towards the chequered flag as we round off series 3 of DESIGN POD, sponsored by Minotti London, with an episode that explores the latest hospitality development at Silverstone, the home of British motor racing… Meet Lorraine Stoutt Griffith. She’s an architect, a visionary, who for the last few years…
read moreBLINK brings a grand dame of resorts into the future EXCLUSIVE: BLINK Design Group has taken on the challenge to bring the JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort & Spa gently into the future with a stunning and timeless renovation, as well creating interior design magic for the adjoining JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort Suites. Creative Partner and BLINK Founder, Clint…
read moreNova Maldives arrives with conscious design scheme A bright new star in the Maldives, Nova, the latest addition to the Pulse Hotels and Resorts Group portfolio is a contemporary all-inclusive community concept with a laidback soul and island style aesthetic… Pulse Hotels and Resorts is an umbrella brand for a range of innovative and contemporary hotels and resorts that are…
read moreIs this the future of co-living in London? With a pioneering new vision for city living, Dandi has announced the opening of its innovative co-living scheme – Dandi Wembley, a hybrid concept planning to redefine co-living by delivering an elevated new standard of rental design reminiscent of a luxury hotel... Dandi and its partner Dukelease have announced the opening of…
read moreMiniview: inside Delaware’s first luxury boutique hotel The Quoin, a new luxury boutique hotel developed and designed by Philadelphia-based hospitality company, Method Co., in partnership with Delaware’s largest real estate developer, The Buccini/Pollin Group, officially opens its doors this month with a design that subtly references the buildings history while introducing eclectic notes of contemporary luxury – we stepped inside…
read more7 extraordinary hotel residences around the world Editor Hamish Kilburn takes a dive into the exclusive arena of luxury hotel residences and villas to understand how slow travel is evolving, and what the new standards are for those who want complete seclusion from the outside… For years, the world has been captivated by hotels that have taken hospitality to new…
read moreChecking in to INNSiDE Calviá Beach, Mallorca Can the harmony of design, architecture and style really turn an entire destination’s image around? Editor Hamish Kilburn touched down in Mallorca, Spain, to check in to INNSiDE Calviá Beach, located in the heart of Magaluf, to answer that question… The last time I was here, in Mallorca, I was eight. It was…
read moreRoundtable: enhancing guest experience in hotel bathroom design For our latest roundtable, Editor Hamish Kilburn, in association with Geberit, sat down with a group of designers working in the hospitality industry, from boutique through to the brands, to discuss the changing demands being made on bathrooms in the hotel context and, importantly, how to harness both design and technology to…
read moreHow citizenM plans to dominate the US ‘affordable luxury’ hotel scene With four new properties in its 2022 pipeline, citizenM is taking its ‘affordable luxury’ lifestyle brand and signature style to new cities and locations spanning the USA from coast to coast. Here’s what we know… citizenM was launched in 2008 with a purpose – to disrupt the traditional, stale…
read moreInside Halehouse Spa: somewhere between tradition & innovation TLEE Spas has collaborated with Auberge Resorts Collection to create a spa and wellness compound centred on a purifying bathhouse concept – Halehouse has been designed as a dynamic experience that blends hands-on treatments and self-directed components… The recently debuted Halehouse Spa at Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection, is a vibrant wellness…
read moreUnidrain takes a softer look at industrial style Metal, gratings, drains, black, silver, brushed steel and brass are not on your average shopping list but if you are looking for a ‘softer’ industrial silhouette for your bathroom Unidrain could have just the inspiration you need… The 1950s saw the start of the industrial design movement; beginning in New York where…
read more‘Take me to church’: inside NH Collection Milano CityLife The NH Collection Hotel Group has opened its 12th hotel in Milan, taking guests on an extraordinary journey through history, design and innovation while offering the opportunity to stay in a reimagined 1930’s church… Located in the futuristic CityLife district in the heart of Milan, the new hotel is a masterful mix…
read moreDestination by Hyatt set to debut in the UK The luxury country estate of Schloss Roxburghe Hotel and Golf Course, located in the Scottish Borders, will be the first Destination by Hyatt brand in Scotland as the group focusses on growth of its luxury resort brands in Europe… The elegant countryside property of Schloss Roxburghe has a rich history that…
read moreedyn arrives in Paris edyn is taking its lifestyle aparthotel brand Locke to Paris with the acquisition of a historic property in the cosmopolitan 5th arrondissement, continuing its rapid expansion across European gateway cities and marking edyn’s first entry into France… Built on the philosophy that travel should be a rich journey of discovery, providing unique experiences that inspire, whether…
read moreProduct watch: new collections from Christopher Hyde Christopher Hyde Lighting has introduced three new 2022 collections – the eclectic collections of table lamps, pendants and wall lights feature both contemporary and classic designs… Continuing to fly the flag of luxurious style that is the benchmark of the Christopher Hyde brand, these collections like all the others use beautiful materials offering…
read moreEpisode 25: capturing a deeper sense of wellness (Karen Stonely) In episode 25 of DESIGN POD, sponsored by Minotti London, Editor Hamish Kilburn, host of the podcast for design and architecture enthusiasts, meets Karen Stonely, Co-Founder of SPAN Architecture, to understand how she and her team capture wellness and wellbeing in design and architecture… Meet Karen Stonely, an artist, designer,…
read moreHypnos starts the conversation at Hotel Hypnos British bedmaker Hypnos has partnered with likeminded hospitality experts for series of in-depth interviews. Kicking off the series of talks, Hotel Hypnos welcomed Sally Beck, General Manager at the stunning Royal Lancaster London hotel, as its first guest… Hypnos Contract Beds, the largest provider of hospitality beds in the UK and makers of…
read moreTivoli set to debut in Tenerife Tivoli Hotels & Resorts announces its expansion in Europe with the brand’s upcoming debut in Spain. The luxury La Caleta Resort, located in Tenerife’s Costa Adeje and which previously operated under the Sheraton brand, is scheduled to relaunch as Tivoli La Caleta Resort in spring next year… Currently with a portfolio of 16 properties…
read moreBoundaries without boundaries – introducing Kaynemaile Kaynemaile architectural mesh is a design solution for creating spatial division without structural boundaries, allowing designers to divide and define interior spaces without the need for solid partition walls or glazing… Kaynemaile is an extremely strong yet highly flexible architectural modern mesh consisting of interlinked polycarbonate rings formed together by a unique liquid-state assembly…
read moreWinners of the 2022 Independent Hotel Show announced The winners of the 10th annual Independent Hotel Show Awards were announced on October 4 at Olympia London, with the who’s who of the boutique and independent hotel sector in attendance… For the 10th year, as day fell to evening on October 4, The Independent Hotel Show seamlessly transformed its Innovation Stage…
read moreMarriott Khao Lak opens its doors on the Andaman coast Boasting the longest swimming pool in Southeast Asia, JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort has opened as an all-suite luxury retreat nestled in a serene beachside setting on southern Thailand’s Andaman coast… The family-oriented Khao Lak resort offers a selection of stylish and spacious two-bedroom suites, designed to foster togetherness through…
read moreProduct watch: Sogni by Gessi Incorporating light and colour into wellness, Gessi introduces new dimensions into the bathroom experience with the multifunctional Sogni showerhead… The Gessi brand has become synonymous with wellbeing and quality living in all types of environments, from hotels to spas, from yachts to private homes. Gessi creations allow the enjoyment of private spaces to become sanctuaries…
read moreTown Hall Hotel – reimagined to stimulate creativity Located in the energetic inner-city hub of Bethnal Green, Town Hall Hotel has partnered with the London-based furniture designers and makers Jan Hendzel Studio to transform two of the property’s suites to create a gallery-come-living space aiming to stimulate creative interaction. We stepped inside for a closer look… Previously the Bethnal Green…
read moreThe House of Rohl is a collection of artisan brands recognised for their artistry and heritage. The Rohl family have spent a lifetime seeking stories of dedication, passion, and craft. They have brought together diverse brands, each exceptional in their category, that complement each other. United by a belief that quality starts with the material, design is in the detail…
read moreAfrica’s first Waldorf Astoria to debut in Morocco Hilton has announced the signing of an agreement with Star Hill Tanger SA to open Waldorf Astoria Tanger, signaling the debut of the iconic luxury Waldorf Astoria brand in Morocco. Slated to open in 2025, the luxury resort will be located in a prime location close to the northwest coast of the…
read moreIn the factory with: lighting brand Dernier & Hamlyn On the outskirts of London, in Chessington, Editor Hamish Kilburn arrived at Dernier & Hamlyn’s headquarters; the place where bespoke lighting concepts that, on paper may look impossible, become realities… Dernier & Hamlyn, the lighting geniuses behind projects such as Nobu London Portman Square, NoMad Las Vegas, The Standard London, Four…
read moreHIX preview: behind the curtain of hotel members’ clubs As part of the HIX Talks programme, Hamish Kilburn, Editor, Hotel Designs, will moderate a panel exploring the rise of hotel members clubs. Ahead of the event’s return on November 17 – 18, Kristofer Thomas, Head of Content at HIX, explores how these clubs can facilitate the growth of organic hotel…
read moreCase study: Northern Lights illuminate the Chateau Denmark narrative In its latest string of impressive interior projects, award-winning London-based design firm Taylor Howes appointed Northern Lights to bring to life their unique vision for the new hospitality concept, Chateau Denmark, introducing a note of ‘polished punk’ to Soho… Northern Lights, shortlisted for The Brit List Awards Best in British Product…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotel openings in October 2022 With Autumn well and truly fallen, Editor Hamish Kilburn shares his pick of the hottest hotel openings expected to make the most meaningful noise in October… A wise man, James E. Faust, once said that ‘a rebirth out of spiritual adversity causes us to become new creatures’, and I think the same…
read moreEpisode 24: ‘sliding doors’ moments in design Meet Brian Messana, the special guest who joined Editor Hamish Kilburn for episode 24 of DESIGN POD, sponsored by Minotti London. Messana, who is the Co-Founder of Messana O’Rorke, opened up about his turning-of-the-page career moments – and unveiled the risks that were and were not worth taking… This episode of DESIGN POD,…
read moreAndré Fu designs first Spa for Claridge’s In a groundbreaking project that has seen teams of experts excavate five floors into London clay in order to pave the way for the next 200 years of Claridge’s life, the legendary Mayfair hotel announces the opening of its first ever Spa, and we stepped inside for a closer look… Situated three floors…
read moreA look at Rosewood’s Southeast Asia pipeline Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is adding to its global portfolio of luxury properties as it re-emerges in Southeast Asia with newly re-opened properties and refreshed programming. Here’s what we know… Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, has announced the re-opening of Rosewood Bangkok in Thailand and Rosewood Luang Prabang in Laos as well as key…
read moreFranklite prepares for 50th anniversary Franklite is gearing up to celebrate a prestigious milestone with next year marking its 50th year in the design, manufacture and distribution of high-quality decorative lighting… Over the years Franklite has manufactured exquisite products for the retail, commercial and hospitality markets along with a diverse range of bespoke project designs, and its latest catalogue –…
read moreNewmor unveils new AW/22 collections Autumn sees Newmor unrolling exciting new products and collections in both its wallpaper and WallArt ranges, promising to continue its vision to celebrate pattern and design… With plans to launch a series of new designs in two phases, Newmor has added to its Designer collection with a collaboration with John Morris Wallpaper, and an exciting…
read moreThe Quid – a new lifestyle address in Venice The new voco Venice Mestre, The Quid, is a project developed by interior design firm THDP which skilfully blends materials to create the perfect mix of natural elements to form a dialogue between the interior and exterior. The result is a welcoming space where everyone feels comfortable… The design narrative developed…
read moreReasons to listen to the latest episode of DESIGN POD on ‘lean luxury’ Other than hearing Editor Hamish Kilburn, host of DESIGN POD, and special guest Matthew Balon, Head of Design at Ruby Hotels, share a hilarious first-encounter anecdote, there are many reasons to listen in to the latest episode of the podcast all around the hotel design and hospitality…
read moreExclusive round-up: London Design Festival 2022 London Design Festival 2022 was a week of events, exhibitions and installations as the entire city provided a platform for designers and creative businesses to showcase their work. With festival programme in hand, the Hotel Designs team divided and conquered to ensure that they got to see and experience (almost) everything the event had…
read moreMasterful oak surfaces from Unilin With Master Oak, Unilin Panels has created a decorative surface that looks and feels just like oak, adding definition and detail and textures that go deeper than ever before to make the panels a true interpretation of nature… At the heart of this innovative product, giving Master Oak its impressive feel, lies Unilin Timber Touch…
read moreEpisode 23: understanding ‘lean luxury’ in hotel design Episode 23 of DESIGN POD, sponsored by Minotti London, Editor Hamish Kilburn welcomes Matthew Balon, Head of Design at Ruby Hotels, to explore the emerging concept of ‘lean luxury’ of which the brand is built on… In episode 23 of DESIGN POD, sponsored by Minotti London, Editor Hamish Kilburn has changed his…
read moreIn the showroom with CTD Architectural Tiles Hotel Designs was invited to take an exclusive tour of RAK Ceramic’s impressive Design Hub in London, and was given the low down from leading commercial tile supplier CTD Architectural Tiles on the new tile collections available for the hotel and hospitality sectors. Paul Sewell, Specification Manager, CTD Architectural Tiles, was there to…
read moreroom2 to open three more net-zero hotels Real estate investor and developer Lamington Group has announced plans to open three new net zero room2 hometels in York, Glasgow and Manchester in 2024, 2025 and 2026 respectively… Emerging over the last year to prove that it is a true pioneer of net-zero hotel design and hospitality, with the opening of room2…
read moreInnovative lighting solutions from LEDS C4 From the opening of a lighting laboratory for artists in Barcelona, to an impressive interior installation in Manchester that becomes art, we take a closer look at some of the innovative LEDS C4 lighting solutions… With LEDS C4, lighting is about a whole lot more than flicking a switch, it can makes a statement,…
read moreProduct watch: Textura by Arte From woven grasses to braided leaves and even leather; the most beautiful textures found in nature are also showcased to striking effect on the wall in the Textura range from Arte… Enhancing the collection, the textures of nature are complemented by the textures of rough or very finely woven linen and brilliant silk. The colour…
read morePanel discussion: texture, colour and materials in bathroom design With the aim to define how bathrooms are evolving, Hotel Designs, in association with Bathroom Brands Group, invited Sarah Dabbs, Associate at Spaceinvader Design, Sasha Stupar, Associate Director at EPR Architects and Sarah Wakefield, Creative Director at Jolie Studio to explore texture, colour and materials in the bathroom… There are many…
read moreThe authentic feel of rain in the bathroom The innovative rain shower from Dornbracht gives designers and users a refreshing range of options for the bathroom, along with the secret of the Dornbracht raindrops: they fall without pressure, the huge droplets landing gently on the body are as light as a feather and practically weightless… The focus of the rain…
read moreLeaflike adds green notes to the grandeur of The St Pancras Renaissance Hotel The St Pancras Renaissance Hotel combines elegant history with modern comfort and inviting décor, and Leaflike adds to the grand romanticism of the venue with a selection of designer floor standing planting displays in the bar area and restaurant… After years of devoted restoration, the St Pancras…
read moreProduct watch: Inhale by Red Dog Glass Design Red Dog Glass Design breathes fresh ideas into the world of surface design with the launch of Inhale, the latest design in a range of inspired glass panels focussing on the restorative power of the breath… Based on the original artwork of company founder Sally Coulden, the Inhale range of glass panels…
read moreInside the newly designed Prague Marriott twenty2degrees Design Partnership has recently completed an extensive refurbishment of the Prague Marriott, weaving references to Czech Cubism into its renewed interiors – we stepped inside for a closer look… Handled in phases from 2018, the project which began as an upgrade of the existing conference spaces to bring them in line with Marriott…
read moreFirst look: inside The Tampa EDITION – a jewel in the crown The creative force behind the Tampa EDITION reads like a who’s who of hospitality design. The hotel and residences have been masterminded and created by Ian Schrager in collaboration with Marriott International, and designed, concepted and programmed by ISC Design Studio, in partnership with Morris Adjmi Architects, Nichols…
read moreSustano by Duravit – recyclable & sustainable Sustano is Duravit’s first recyclable DuraSolid Nature shower tray. The shower tray features a flat, rimless design for installation flush with the floor, and is available in a wide range of dimensions and colours, enabling a unique and creative bathroom design offering… Sustano represents the launch of Duravit’s new and innovative material DuraSolid…
read moreJames Latham and Garnica support Salvation Army’s Project Malachi Project Malachi in London is The Salvation Army’s latest homeless accommodation initiative, and the first of its kind to target rough sleepers who have No Recourse to Public Funds. James Latham Ltd and Garnica Plywood have stepped up to support this landmark homeless accommodation with the provision of Duraply for the…
read moreMorgan launches Bilbao by Tim Rundle Morgan, British furniture designer and manufacturer, has unveiled its latest collection to coincide with London Design Week . Designed by Tim Rundle, Bilbao is a contemporary and curvaceous tub chair, offering a generous sitting space amongst plump, pebble-like cushions… Industrial Designer Tim Rundle, in collaboration with Morgan Studio sought to create a chair with…
read moreHow the design of Virgin Hotels Edinburgh came to life Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town and a UNESCO World Heritage site, the first Virgin Hotels property outside the USA, designed by architecture and interior design studio Ica, has recently opened its doors. The Ica team’s heritage know-how, combined with their creative talent and hospitality expertise, led to…
read moreProduct watch: cover your walls with wine Corbello Loxstone has ventured out the box, creating bespoke wine pegs and combining a wine storage solution with the creativity and finish of a feature wall… The subject of wallcoverings can conjure up an exhaustless list from paint colours, wallpaper patterns and prints, wood textures and panelling through to luxuriously tactile surfaces such…
read moreIn conversation with: Scott Lee, President & Principal, SB Architects SB Architects has announced its merger with international brands 10 Design and Egis. We caught up with Scott Lee, President and Principal of SB Architects to find out more about the merger and the path forward… A full-service global architecture firm, SB Architects is a name that has become synonymous…
read moreProduct watch: portable illumination by Northern Lights The Helios range of portable, rechargeable table lamps – shortlisted for The Brit List Awards 2022 in the Best in British Product Design category – presents a flexible lighting design solution within Northern Lights’ Signature Collection… The inspired lighting range, Helios by Northern Lights, challenges conventional ways in which spaces are typically illuminated,…
read moreThere are many amazing casino hotel designs out there that will make your stay truly unforgettable. Whether you’re a fan of sleek and modern designs, or prefer something more classic and luxurious, there is likely a casino hotel design out there that will fit your needs. From sprawling resorts with infinite pools and stunning views to intimate boutique hotels with…
read moreThompson opens its doors in Madrid The opening of the first Thompson Hotels branded property in Spain marks a significant milestone for Hyatt as it continues to grow its luxury and lifestyle portfolio. We stepped inside Thompson Madrid to have a closer look… The highly anticipated Thompson Madrid, the first Thompson Hotels branded property in Spain, has opened its doors,…
read moreFirst look: inside The Ned NoMad in Manhattan As the first Ned to open in North America, Soho House Design collaborated with Stonehill Taylor on the interior design and architecture of the members’ club and hotel, The Ned NoMad. Influenced by the sensation of the Swinging 50s and 60s glamour, the inspiration of the design comes through the space. We…
read moreIca Studio – hospitality, architecture and interiors. Ica Studio is an architecture and interior design studio, creating welcome change around the world. Established in 2003, it is regarded as one of the world’s leading hotel architecture and design practices. Its team of architects and interior designers collaborate to bring the very best ideas to clients all around the world —…
read moreBold brushstrokes: the art inside The Other House, South Kensington Bergman Design House, the design studio behind the interiors of South Kensington’s hottest new address, The Other House, has created and curated a bespoke update of over 100 existing 18th century oil paintings, combining bold, bright colours and a sense of humour, breathing new life into the pieces while creating…
read moreSopwell House gets a further ‘sparc’ of creativity Sparcstudio, an independent, creative design studio with a reputation for excellence in the spa, wellness, hotel and resort sectors, has developed a new design concept for guestrooms in the mansion house at Sopwell House. We stepped inside to get a cheeky look… Following on from its design for the Sopwell House Mews…
read moreThe latest from Scandic in downtown Helsinki Scandic Helsinki Hub has opened its doors in the Finnish capital. Located in downtown Helsinki, the hotel is housed in an impressive 1920s printing house that has been transformed into a large 352 guestroom hotel… Scandic Helsinki Hub is strategically located at the crossroads of downtown Helsinki and the charming Helsinki south district.…
read moreHilton opens its 600th property – Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah Hilton takes it’s flagship brand to Dubai’s world-famous island destination, opening its 600th property which joins 33 other properties in the UAE, Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah, on Palm West Beach… Located on the popular Palm West Beach, the new Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah, featuring 608 guestrooms and suites along with…
read moreInterContinental Buckhead Atlanta – a redesign in Southern style As the first major renovation since the InterContinental Atlanta’s inception in 2004, the property’s redesign by KTGY Simeone Deary Design Group was inspired by the pillars of Atlanta’s Southern roots – the state symbols of the peach, honeybee, and Cherokee rose – with stately architecture of the classic manor house woven…
read moreHabitas prepares to set up camp in Morocco Rooted in the concepts of play, imagination and connection and inspired by Burning Man, Caravan Agafay marks the first of four Habitas properties due to open in Morocco. Here’s what we know… Habitas, the rapidly growing global eco-hospitality group, will launch Caravan Agafay this Autumn, marking the group’s first presence in Morocco,…
read moreKaldewei adds ‘luxstainability’ to the bathrooms in room2 Chiswick Sharing a similar mindset and ethos, bathroom manufacturer Kaldewei was the perfect fit to work alongside the Lamington Group on the sustainable and eco-friendly room2 Chiswick hometel… room2 Chiswick is the world’s first hotel that accounts for its entire carbon footprint making it ‘whole life net zero’. Alongside the sustainable and…
read moreIdeal Standard achieves RoSPA Gold achievement level Ideal Standard, provider of innovative, design-driven bathroom solutions, is celebrating the win of its eighteenth RoSPA (The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents) Occupational Health & Safety Gold award and receiving RosPA’s prestigious Order of Distinction… Organisations receiving a RoSPA Award are recognised as being world-leaders in health and safety practice. Every…
read moreRoundtable: wellness & sensory experience in hospitality design For Hotel Designs’ latest roundtable, in association with GROHE, Editor Hamish Kilburn welcomed renowned designers onto the rooftop of Ham Yard Hotel to explore wellness hospitality in 2022 and beyond… Interior designers, architects and hoteliers have, for years, aimed to call out ‘well-washing’ in hotel design and hospitality. With the demand for…
read moreAfternoon tea with Yinka Ilori and Bulgari Celebrating its 1oth year in London, contemporary Italian hotel Bulgari London, has commissioned the London-based British-Nigerian artist and designer Yinka Ilori to reimagine the afternoon tea stand as a sculptural work of art… Following the unveiling of The Bulgari Lounge’s recently refreshed interiors for the anniversary year, Bulgari Hotel London in Knightsbridge has…
read moreHave you heard? DESIGN POD episode 21 is live! Holly Hallam, the Managing Director for Design LSM, was Editor Hamish Kilburn’s special guest this week on DESIGN POD, the podcast for all design and architecture enthusiasts that is sponsored by Minotti London. The topic? Exploring a new era of lifestyle in design and hospitality. Listen to the full episode below……
read morePreview: London Design Festival 2022 – what to look forward to As well as London Design Festival celebrating and promoting London as the design capital of the world, it has its own reason to be proud this year as it has been serving the global design community for 20 years. In that time, it has earned the reputation as a…
read moreMondrian Shoreditch celebrates first birthday in the most Jack Irving of ways Fashion designer Jack Irving, who famously dressed Lady Gaga in that urchin dress, was commissioned to create giant rocket sculpture for the milestone anniversary of the hotel… Mondrian Shoreditch, situated in the heart of London’s creative and cultural hub, has collaborated with fashion designer-come-artist, Jack Irving, to unveil…
read moreKohler – adding bold textures in the bathroom With the spotlight sharply focussed on the bathroom, bespoke design adding textural layers can be taken to new level when underpinned by the wide range of colours, materials and finishes available from Kohler… As a leader in brassware design and development, Kohler prides itself on creating pieces which will enrich and enable…
read moreEpisode 21: a new era of lifestyle in design (Holly Hallam) In episode 21 of DESIGN POD, Editor Hamish Kilburn gets comfortable on the Minotti London sofa with Holly Hallam, Managing Director of Design LSM, to discuss why lifestyle hospitality and hotel design is moving into a new era… Prepare to be inspired. Holly Hallam is a rare breed of…
read moreThe Brit List Awards 2022: shortlist announced The shortlist for The Brit List Awards 2022 has been announced, with more than 140 individuals and projects – the most finalists in the campaign’s history – selected across nine categories. The winners will be unveiled in spectacular style at the awards ceremony, which takes place on November 2 inside London’s famous cabaret venue,…
read moreIn conversation with: architect Jean-Michel Gathy on designing Aman New York Architectural and interior design firm, Denniston, under the supervision and leadership of Jean-Michel Gathy, is responsible for the design statement encased in the newly opened Aman New York. Situated in the architecturally significant landmark of the Crown Building, Gathy has embedded the peace promised by Aman’s Sanskrit-derived name in…
read moreSneak peek: Introducing Maisons Pariente’s flamboyant Parisian address Le Grand Mazarin in Paris, will be the fourth hotel to be added to the Maisons Pariente collection of luxury boutique hotels in France. With interiors by designer Martin Brudnizki, the hotel begins its original and eclectic story in Le Marais, a neighbourhood beloved by Parisians and travellers from around the world……
read moreBathroom goals: timeless design inside Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA The interior design scheme of Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA, initiated by Architect Simone Micheli, called upon bathroom brand GROHE to create wellness spaces that were compliant with local environment standards while staying true to its treasured history… Nestled in cave dwellings of the mountains of Matera sits…
read moreFirst in: checking in to The Emporium Plovdiv – MGallery Taking a cultural dive into the 8,000-year-old city, Editor Hamish Kilburn arrived in Plovdiv to explore the contemporary yet sensitive design narrative inside The Emporium Plovdiv – MGallery… Built on seven hills in the southern central region of Bulgaria, Plovdiv is as ancient as cities come – its architecture and…
read moreAn icon reinvented: New York Marriott Marquis renovated & reimagined The celebrated Times Square Hotel New York Marriott Marquis, the Marriott signature flag, has completed its multi-million dollar renovation, reclaiming its revolving crown at the epicentre of Times Square… Opened in 1985 amid the rejuvenation of Times Square, New York Marriott Marquis’ vibrant location provided inspiration for architecture and interior…
read moreWaldorf Astoria makes its debut in Kuwait Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of the highly anticipated Waldorf Astoria Kuwait, a refined haven blending timeless elegance with modern sensibility and sincere service, situated in the heart of Kuwait City… The new Waldorf Astoria Kuwait shelters 200 contemporary deluxe rooms and suites with panoramic views of the vibrant…
read moreHyperion Tiles – setting the tone in surface design Shifting the boundaries in hotel design, Hyperion Tiles climb the walls to create sophisticated surfaces and statements to inspire and entice… Stepping through the hotel door, first impressions are quickly made based on design and décor. The tone is set, and the colour, texture and pattern on the walls plays an…
read moreAlape sets the stage in the bathroom Combining minimalism with comfort and functionality, Alape incorporates this high standard into bathroom furnishings with its new Arkta range, focusing on the entire wash place from the basin to high-quality furniture solutions… The bathroom as a place of retreat is becoming increasingly important in a fast-paced world. Additionally, values such as naturalness, durability,…
read moreEpisode 20: Energy-positive hotels (Ivaylo Lefterov) In episode 20 of DESIGN POD, Editor Hamish Kilburn catches up with Ivaylo Lefterov, inside the Minotti London showroom, to understand how his plan is coming along to develop the world’s first energy-positive hotel, which sits under a glacier in Norway… Ever since Hotel Designs heard the first whispers of the project – and its ambitious aims –…
read moreListen now: ‘energy-positive hotels’ is the theme for ep. 20 of DESIGN POD Listen up. The latest episode of DESIGN POD has dropped, and in it Editor Hamish Kilburn speaks to Ivaylo Lefterov to understand the challenges and opportunities behind developing the world’s first energy-positive hotel, which will sit under a spectacular glacier in Norway… Episode 20 of DESIGN POD,…
read moreBrown Hotels takes ‘Brown Beach’ to Greece International hotel collection Brown Hotels has announced the opening of two new properties from its new four-star line of resorts: Brown Beach Eretria and Brown Beach Chalkida. The new ‘Brown Beach’ branded resorts are the first to launch under the new sub-brand. Here’s what we know… Known for its quirky, design-driven collection of…
read moreHilton’s flagship brand to debut in Langkawi Hilton has announced the signing of an agreement with Tradewinds Corporation Berhad to expand Hilton’s flagship brand in Malaysia with Hilton Burau Bay Resort Langkawi. The resort marks Tradewinds Corporation Berhad’s fourth property with Hilton – here’s what we know… Scheduled to open in 2024, the 251 guestroom resort will be Hilton’s second…
read moreIntroducing Corbello Loxstone, manufacturers of the finest luxury wine storage products for hospitality, retail and residential properties globally. The company proudly designs and manufactures all of its products in Britain, working closely with interior designers, architects and contractors who predominantly focus on prime and super prime developments. Image credit: Corbello Loxstone Its main products include the unique Wine Bottle Pins,…
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