Hotel Designs Hotel DesignsCompany: Dawson Design Associates, Ltd. Location: Twickenham, London Dawson Design Associates, an award-winning and internationally recognised hotel consultancy and design firm, is seeking mid-level interior designers to join our London office. Our firm is a close-knit team of artistically talented and diverse professionals who bring to each project the full power of our collective experience and insight. Both our Seattle…
read moreDesigned by visionary Firm Michaelis Boyd, RYSE by Autograph Collection is being described as “exactly like nothing else”… Autograph Collection, Marriott International’s distinctive collection of passionately independent hotels, has announced the opening of RYSE in Hongdae, the neighborhood known to be a creative trendsetters in Seoul. RYSE is the second Autograph Collection hotel in Seoul and joins the brand’s diverse portfolio…
read moreHere are our top 5 stories of the week… 1. Mandarin Kensington Fire: Hotel issues statement Image credit: Twitter @Watersun555 Not surprisingly, our top story of the week was the Mandarin Oriental London’s devastating fire. It happened on Wednesday afternoon, one week after completing “the most extensive restoration in its 115-year history.” 2. Hotel Designs celebrates record-breaking success at this year’s…
read moreAhead of the opening of University Arms, Cambridge, Hotel Designs went behind the scenes to find out how the design concept developed between interior designer Martin Brudnizki and architect John Simpson… When it comes to designing a hotel that not only stands the test of time but also creates an awe-inspiring impression from check in to check out, two heads really…
read moreBathroom specialist Kaldewei has just launched a revolutionary 4-in-1 system solution for easy, safe shower installation… Launching in the UK this month, Kaldewei NexSys is a shower surface revolution. The innovative 4-in-1 system which is already pre-assembled at the factory, consists of a waste channel, sloping support, sealing and an enamelled shower surface enabling ultra simple and fast installation by professionals.…
read moreHere are our top five stories of the week… Gleneagles unveils Ochil House for meetings and events Our top performing story of the ween, the glorious playground of country pursuits Gleneagles, located just 40 minutes from Edinburgh, has launched Ochil House, a unique new meeting and events space. The Hotel Designs Brit List is back, this year launching 6 new awards Following much…
read moreGrand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residence Emirates Pearl opens its doors in the United Arab Emirates… Hyatt Hotels has announced the opening of Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residence Emirates Pearl, the first Grand Hyatt hotel to open in the United Arab Emirates’ capital city, Abu Dhabi. The luxury property combines iconic brand elements and awe-inspiring design and architecture with…
read moreInspired by original private members clubs of its time, Ochil House in Gleneagles is a collection of exclusive use spaces for meetings and events and the latest strand of the hotel’s investment programme. Editor of Hotel Designs Hamish Kilburn was among the first to experience… The glorious playground of country pursuits Gleneagles, located just 40 minutes from Edinburgh, has launched…
read moreUnion Investment and bulwiengesa announce that growth is in both traditional hotel segment and in new concepts – despite Airbnb… The investable hotel market in Germany grew last year, despite Airbnb, by approximately six per cent to EUR 52.6 billion compared to 2016. According to the latest market value analysis carried out by Union Investment and bulwiengesa, the size of the German…
read moreHotel Designs Brit List 2018 returns on November 22 at BEAT in London… Following much anticipation in the industry after launching last year, Hotel Designs Brit List will return in 2018 with an evolved concept that will further amplify the best hotel design influencers in Britain. This year, as well as celebrating the Top 25 of the most influential hoteliers and the…
read moreFollowing the recently launched Edition 26, Hotel Designs editor Hamish Kilburn caught up the father-and-son duo Robert and William Chelsom to understand how the firm is planning to light up the world, one hotel at a time… Two years after the lighting company’s last major launch, Chelsom has just debuted Edition 26 in the appropriately majestic One Marylebone in London. With such a unveiling…
read moreIn the lobby, a 24-carat gold textured wall represents the feathered nape of the native Tui bird… Art and design play a central role at Naumi Auckland Airport, which opened in February. Already heralded as the world’s coolest airport hotel, making it into Forbes’ list of “The Best Airport Hotels In The World 2018”, Naumi Auckland Airport is a living gallery…
read moreWearing his comfy shoes, Hamish Kilburn heads into London’s creative district to discover what Clerkenwell Design Week 2018 has to offer… I arrived at Clerkenwell Design Week (CDW) on the hunt for emerging trends and new products that launch with the aim to really shake our industry up. Faced with the mass of open showrooms – and pink CDW-branded feather…
read moreThe Bodrum Edition will open next month with the aim to redefine luxury for a new kind of resort unlike any other in the Mediterranean… Since the EDITION brand, in partnership with Marriott International, announced it would open a further seven new properties in 2018, anticipation around the next chapter of the hotel brand has been high. Ian Schrager’s latest visionary…
read moreIntroducing a new level of luxury to San José del Cabo, the Reimagined 194-room Viceroy Los Cabos Captivates Guests with Futuristic Design that was inspired by the majestic meeting of the Los Cabos desert and sea… Viceroy Hotel Group has opened its 15th property worldwide with the highly anticipated opening of Viceroy Los Cabos. The latest addition to The Viceroy Icon Collection,…
read moreLocated in between Hong Kong Park and the Botanical Gardens, The Murray Hotel opens and its interiors “breathe new life into the classic Hong Kong building,” says Luke Fox, senior executive partner and head of studio… Recalling the tradition of grand hotels, The Murray Hotel has opened in Hong Kong in a 1970s period building. Award-winning design firm Foster and Partners has been…
read moreInterContinental® Hotels & Resorts has brought modern luxury to Bulgaria with the opening of InterContinental® Sofia, an IHG® hotel, in the culture-filled capital city… Marking the brand’s debut in Bulgaria but seventh opening in Eastern Europe, the hotel features 194 rooms, including 27 Club rooms and 37 Suites. Drawing inspiration from the surrounding city and its vibrant history, every touchpoint…
read moreDoubleTree by Hilton has opened its first resort-style property in Malaysia: DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang, and also marks the 50th DoubleTree by Hilton property in the Asia Pacific region. Located in the vibrant beach area on Penang’s north coast, overlooking the Indian Ocean, DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang is a family-friendly resort with exceptional facilities for all ages. Overlooking Malaysia’s Miami…
read moreNestled under a canopy of plants in London’s Fitzrovia district sits The Mandrake Hotel, an unlikely yet very welcome neighbour to this part of town. Hamish Kilburn takes a peek inside… Blink and you will miss it. The unassuming framed ornate wrought iron gates are the first of many indications that rules have been broken when designing the concept of…
read moreSlated to open next month, the hotel will offer guests tailor-made luxury, privacy and stunning surroundings on Ibiza’s vibrant west coast… Opening on the dramatic west coast of Ibiza next month, the 186-key Seven Pines Resort will channel laid-back luxury with moments of pop throughout. The all-suite clifftop resort is set in whitewashed Ibizenco-style homes and German-based Kitzig Interiors are responsible for…
read moreThe connecting stylish hotels located on Basin Express road feature 305 luxurious rooms, suites and apartments to lift the company’s total inventory in Turkey to 578 keys… Two hotels by Rotana, Centro WestSide and WestSide Arjaan, have opened and mark the firm’s arrival in the European side of Turkey. Situated on the popular Basin Express road in the Güneşli neighbourhood of…
read moreAVANI+Luang Prabang in Laos, imagined by Pascal Trahan, evolved around an ancient Banyan tree, which now shelters the 25m pool… AVANI Hotels & Resorts’ latest 53-key boutique hotel has opened in Luang Prabang, within the pulsing centre of Laos. AVANI+ Luang Prabang, set amongst picturesque streets and artisanal stores, is just steps away from the city’s most fascinating sights such…
read moreInterior design firm RPW Design has completed the creation The Capital Suite in the award-winning InterContinental London Park Lane. Designed to suit the needs of todays’ top executives and boasting state-of-the-art facilities, the inspiration for the design concept for the suite was drawn from the nature and history of Hyde Park, which surrounds the hotel and its storied location. The…
read moreKartell by Laufen continues to grow with its innovative and functional vision of the bathroom… Bathroom specialist Laufen has expanded its Kartell range, which now includes elegant new washbasins with a variety of vanity unit combinations, new decors for the floorstanding washbasin, new furniture elements, a rimless floorstanding WC-combination and a free-standing bathtub. First presented to the public in April 2013, Kartell by…
read moreHotel Designs is set to take the Hotel Designs Meet Up brand to Manchester this 18 July, and we would love to offer you complimentary attendance to the event. Our Meet Up concept is hugely successful and one which always sells out. If you are based in the north of the UK or otherwise and are interested in an evening which includes drinks and canapés…
read moreHotel opening marks the second property in Europe within The Unbound Collection by Hyatt. Following major renovations and a complete redesign, Hôtel Martinez, Cannes has reopened the 409-key hotel as part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt. Located on Boulevard de la Croisette, the hotel is one of the most recognizable hotels on the French Riviera, rich in both culture and…
read moreLeading upper-midscale brand introduces flexible design concept ‘leveraging latest architectural trends’. Hampton by Hilton has unveiled a new Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton and Hampton Inn by Hilton prototype for the Americas. Featuring a contemporized exterior design, refreshed public space décor and updated guestroom case goods, the brand says its new prototype provides owners and developers with a flexible…
read moreTwo new openings for the lifestyle hotel brand in Majorca and Turkey. TUI Group’s two year-old lifestyle hotel brand TUI Blue has grown its portfolio to ten hotels, with the addition of TUI Blue Rocador in Majorca and TUI Blue Marmaris on the Turkish Aegean. The newly opened TUI Blue Rocador 4-star hotel is located directly on the beach in Cala d’Or in…
read moreSORAA has always been a fixture in lighting design projects that incorporate strong artistic and design elements. So when world-renowned lighting design firm Worktecht reached out with a new hotel project that needed to blend visual art and design, it was a no-brainer. The Conrad Osaka is a five-star hotel located in the middle of the Umeda and Namba districts…
read moreMarriott International subsidiary W Hotels Worldwide has confirmed that it will open a 162 room W Ibiza in Summer 2019 in Santa Eulalia del Río. Owned by Inversions Hoteleres Ebza S.L., W Ibiza will have a beachfront location with three distinct design concepts for dining, drinking and relaxing, complemented by a rooftop sunset bar and adults only WET Deck (the brand’s signature…
read moreCrowne Plaza hopes the venue one of the places to be seen in London this summer. It has been confirmed that Crowne Plaza London – Albert Embankment will offer a ‘chic’ sky terrace called Mezemiso when the hotel opens in June this year. The rooftop bar and restaurant will be situated on the building’s 14th floor, with panoramic views of the River Thames, with…
read more“If a hotel was not built recently, then consumers will categorize the hotel as either historic or old.” Historic Hotels of America has teamed up with the Brand Heritage Institute to offer an executive education program in heritage marketing. The Brand Heritage Institute will develop and offer annual seminars in strategic marketing, which are customised for hoteliers at historic hotels inducted…
read moreNew Staycity hotel is located on The Strand. Merlin Holland, the only grandson of famous Irish playwright and poet Oscar Wilde, was the guest of honour at the official opening of Staycity Group’s Wilde Aparthotels London [Photograph (from left to right): Jason Delany, Director of Brand, Product & Marketing; Merlin Holland; Tom Walsh, CEO; Keith Freeman, COO; Atul Prakash, GM].…
read moreSite represents London-based YOTEL’s first foray into Turkey. İstanbul New Airport (İNA) operator İGA and YOTEL have agreed an exclusive hotel management contract at the international connection hub. The hotel, which the partners say will be one of the biggest airport hotels in the world, with both airside and landside access, will offer 451 rooms and will be located inside the main terminal…
read moreDesign concepts include ‘sun’ optical illusion. Planning permission has been granted for the four-star luxury Hotel La Tour in Milton Keynes, with the next phase of design planning now underway. The 250-bed hotel, located on Marlborough Gate, will include conference and meeting room services, a gym, spa and pool facilities as well as a rooftop restaurant with a viewing gallery. The…
read moreIthra Dubai development will open in 2020 with Kerzner’s new luxury urban offering. Kerzner International Holdings, which owns the Atlantis Resort & Residences and ultra-luxury One&Only Resorts brands, will launch its first One&Only Urban Resorts offering at One Za’abeel in Dubai. One Za’abeel is due to open in 2020, and is being developed by Ithra Dubai, a fully owned subsidiary of Investment…
read moreThe hotel will offer 80 of the latest design Holiday Inn bedrooms. The London Town Group is undertaking a multi-million pound refurbishment of The Ramada Leicester Stage to rebrand the hotel as the Holiday Inn Leicester Wigston. The remodelling and refurbishment plan is already under way, with a substantial amount of the work to be carried out in time for a reopening…
read moreThe project will mark the first dual-branded hotels in Europe and the introduction of Hyatt’s select service brands in France. Hyatt Hotels has revealed plans for its first dual-branded Hyatt Place and Hyatt House hotels in Europe, after an affiliate of extended-stay operator Cycas Hospitality entered into a franchise agreement with another Hyatt affiliate. The hotels are being developed by French…
read moreCreated by ADS Design and RPW Design, it will be the first luxury hotel to open in the Albert Embankment area. Crown Plaza has confirmed that its Albert Embankment hotel will open in May, smack bang in the middle of London’s latest area of regeneration, which is also home to the new US Embassy and high profile residential developments such as Battersea Power…
read moreThe first residential phase at Blue Amber Zanzibar consists of 47 luxury double storey villas. Lulie Fisher Design Studio has been appointed to design the luxury beach and golf-front villas recently launched as the first phase of the landmark Blue Amber resort in Zanzibar. Developed by Pennyroyal, Blue Amber Zanzibar is a tropical island resort that the company claims, once…
read moreFollowing the success of C.1, Duravit introduces two further universal tap fitting ranges – B.1 and B.2. The ranges are positioned in the entry and mid-level price segment. For Duravit, these tap fittings represent an extension of the fundamental concept of designing the bathroom in a streamlined and consistent “language,” and allow for a complete Duravit bathroom. The tap fitting…
read moreBoutique hotel brand has signed a development agreement to renovate a Grade A Listed property in St Andrew Square. Malmaison Hotel du Vin Group has signed an agreement with S Harrison Developments to redevelop the Grade A listed Buchan House in to its latest boutique hotel, marking its second Edinburgh location and creating 50 jobs in the process. Planning permission was granted…
read more12.18 Investment Management confirms site will operate as SCHLOSS Roxburghe. Düsseldorf-based project developer and hotel operator 12.18. Investment Management GmbH has acquired the Roxburghe Hotel & Golf Course alongside plans for its development. Located in Heiton on the outskirts of Kelso in the Scottish Borders, 12.18. says it wants to take the historic property into a new era while maintaining its traditional charm when…
read moreJW Marriott has confirmed that its JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa will be opening on the island of Vagaru, Shaviyani Atoll, Maldives in November 2018. The 61-villa property will be headed up by General Manager Marc Gussing, with highlights including a private pool with every villa, a treetop restaurant, an expansive wine cellar, a house reef rich in marine…
read moreTotal transformation planned for residential Conference and Events venue. Wyboston Lakes Resort is about to start on the first phase of a complete refurbishment, part of a £3m+ investment that will add meeting areas designed with creative flare and equipped with top of the range technology. Furthermore, £0.5m is being invested specifically in the IT network, with Phase One of the…
read moreDavid Schaefer, Vice President at Falcon’s Creative Group, discusses the Atlantis Sanya project and the increase in Western IP in China’s destination & resorts market. Falcon’s Creative Group, the Orlando-based creative services firm specialising in the design and production of themed experiences, was heavily involved in the design and development of Atlantis Sanya – a new Atlantis resort, situated along the Haitang…
read moreTIN Hotels is introducing lifestyle travellers to a new generation of accommodations with plans to build new hotels in the Tibet Autonomous Region of Lhasa, which is widely regarded as the centre of the Tibetan Buddhist world as well as an exotic and elusive travel destination. TIN Lhasa will boast an excellent location: as the anchor to a nearly 29,000 square-metre…
read moreRenowned British interior designer Kelly Hoppen and Mauritian architect Jean-Francois Adam have unveiled their total redesign of the latest LUX* Hotel and Resort. Having undergone the $32 (£22.81) million refurbishment, the all-new LUX* Grand Gaube on the northern coast of Mauritius has re-opened and welcomed its first guests. With a simple yet refined design style and considered comfort throughout the resort, British…
read moreBritish designer Jo Downs has unveiled new work at the cutting edge of contemporary glass design, expanding her portfolio for the first time to the creation of spectacular chandelier lighting. Cut, crafted, fired and finished at her Cornwall studio, these uniquely beautiful works represent the next step in the complex field of fused-glass design, and are available as part of…
read more388-room hotel will feature all-day dining, rooftop bar, spa, ballroom and more Marriott International is lining up a new luxury hotel in Sihanoukville, in the south west of Cambodia. The Le Meridien will boast 388 rooms, along with an all-day dining/open kitchen concept restaurant, along with a speciality restaurant and a rooftop bar with views of the ocean. Guests will…
read moreUnion, setting a new standard for progressive brassware engineering, the latest innovative collection from Crosswater is a leap forward in design for the modern bathroom. Challenging the traditional concept of bathroom fittings, UNION has been engineered to provide unparalleled functionality and designed to make a statement. Presenting Italian artisan brassworking at its finest, each piece is cast, precision machined, polished…
read moreHotel Designs are celebrating spectacular bathrooms, from stunning hotel bathroom designs to bespoke home solutions. In need of some design inspiration? Here are some of the bathrooms we can’t get out of our minds and, quite frankly, need in our home… The One With A View: MKV Design‘s bathrooms at the Bürgenstock Hotel The hotel’s new double-sized tubs have window views…
read moreLeading international hotel group Jumeirah have opened their first hotel in Bahrain. The Jumeriah Royal Saray aims to give guests a royal experience. Guests can book actual “royal residences” within the hotel, which are a luxurious alternative to the hotel’s “Summerhouses” suites, and are decked out in the colours and patterns preferred by the Bahrain royal family. The Royal Saray hotel’s…
read moreKaldewei bathroom solutions have unveiled their Iconic World just outside of Cambridge, a destination for the brand which allows buyers “multi sensory” experiences with their products. At the four-storey brand development centre, guests will get a holistic understanding of leading bathroom brand, Kaldewei. Interactive elements will allow guests to test the durability of Kaldewei bathroom products, by doing things like…
read moreWhether or not you’ve heard of the interior design trends in our title, it’s time to get on board with the new colours, shapes and textures that’ll be guiding interior designers this season. One of the fastest entry points to new trends are industry suppliers Style Library Contract, who have been guided by the newest work of their producers to name-check…
read moreAfter teasing a launch as far back as 2014, French hospitality group Mama Shelter are finally opening one of their hotels in London, which will fuse restaurant and hotel concepts to make one distinct social space. Aimed at Millennials, the Mama Shelter hotel will overtake the RE Hotel on the outskirts of Shoreditch in east London, and will take on…
read moreTechnology is leading the way in a new wave of tile innovation, say tiles experts Tiles Direct. Here are their 5 tiling tips for transforming hotel interiors by using tiles in contemporary and classic ways Hotels represent an escape – a destination more beautiful and more luxurious than their own home. This concept is communicated well in the bedroom, but the bathroom is…
read moreTechnology is leading the way in a new wave of tile innovation, say tiles experts Tiles Direct. Here are their 5 tiling tips for transforming hotel interiors by using tiles in contemporary and classic ways Hotels represent an escape – a destination more beautiful and more luxurious than their own home. This concept is communicated well in the bedroom, but the…
read moreMoxy Hotels, Marriott International’s experiential hotel brand, continues to make its mark on the hospitality scene as it introduces its third property in the UK and second in the British capital. Following the successful launch of Moxy London Excel, Moxy London Stratford brings the brand’s characteristic vibrant, playful design and approachable service to the fashionable East London scene, offering the…
read moreOpening April 2018 in Crete, Abaton Island Resort & Spa provides a personal sanctuary for all its guests. The brand new 5-star resort guarantees an amazing holiday with 152 uniquely designed rooms (71 with pools), ultra-luxurious interior design, fine dining on the water’s edge and exceptional guest service. The inspiring design, style and grandness of Abaton are apparent on arrival.…
read moreWe’re given five top tips for buyers to navigate and accomplish a successful project, with the help from Adnan Bennani who heads up the contract team at Moroccan Bazaar, manufacturers of Moroccan decorative lighting for the Four Seasons Group and SBE’s Mondrian Doha, among many others. Preamble. Decorative lighting is our side of the partnership. Interior designers reach out to…
read moreWe’re given five top tips for buyers to navigate and accomplish a successful project, with the help from Adnan Bennani who heads up the contract team at Moroccan Bazaar, manufacturers of Moroccan decorative lighting for the Four Seasons Group and SBE’s Mondrian Doha, among many others. Preamble. Decorative lighting is our side of the partnership. Interior designers reach out to…
read moreConceived as a contemporary lifestyle destination that embraces the energy of Singapore’s urban spirit, architect Andre Fu and his design studio AFSO seek to capture the city’s eclectic shop-house experience of dining at Andaz Singapore. Working within the framework of the modernist Duo development by German architect Ole Scheeren, Fu has fashioned a multi layered journey that conveys relaxed luxury…
read moreAndre Fu gives a glimpse into the design process for the Andaz Singapore… Q. What would you point out specifically as some of your personal design highlights of the hotel? A. My favourite aspect of the hotel is perhaps in our vision to create a Singapore-style alleyway experience. The intricate play of intimate proportions within the alleys evoke a sense…
read moreFrom hotel openings to product spotlights to everything in between, we collate the top 10 most read stories on Hotel Designs this week… 1. IN CONVERSATION: MARCEL WANDERS – GRAND PORTALS NOUS Hotel Designs caught up with the charismatic and accomplished artist for a short chat… 2. DESIGNER PROFILE: FRANCESCO ROTA, LEMA The philosophy behind Italian furniture designers LEMA is…
read moreThe philosophy behind Italian furniture designers LEMA is the concept of slow living, the harmonious enjoyment of life through beauty. This vision is behind all their bespoke items, and underpins the grace and elegance that flows through their interiors. Francesco Rota, one of LEMA’s most admired designers, has articulated this concept in his exceptional pieces for day and night living.…
read moreThe five star Kempinski Hotel Bahia in Estepona, Marbella is delighted to announce that the redesign of their lobby and culinary venues will begin at the end of this year, as part of an extensive investment in the hotel. The Management Team and Architects, Akos Bara, have ambitious plans to create modern, elegant and opulent public spaces, embracing the very…
read moreOffering unrivalled access to a host of London’s most bustling business and leisure hubs, the new 196-bed ibis London Canning Town hotel delivers style, comfort and affordability to all travellers, in one of the capital’s most exciting emerging locations. The hotel is a key element of the newly-established Hallsville Quarter – a £600 million town centre project established in conjunction…
read moreWilderness Safaris is delighted to announce the opening of its new Classic Camp, Qorokwe, situated in the private, wildlife-rich 26 180-hectare (64 692-acre) Qorokwe Concession, bordering Moremi Game Reserve in the Okavango Delta, Botswana. Meaning “the place where the buffalo broke through the bush into the water”, Qorokwe comprises nine elegant tented suites, one of which is a spacious family…
read moreWithin a jungle forest on the shoreline of the Andaman Sea, Rosewood Phuket captures the essence of the island’s spirit, culture and environment, with a design inspired by the concept of a luxurious beach residence. Renowned Melbourne-based design firm BAR Studio seamlessly blended contemporary aesthetics with the tropical surrounds to celebrate a connection between landscape, light and views. Rosewood Phuket…
read moreProviding the ultimate lifestyle hub, Maison et Objet 2018 is the biggest event for the industry professionals and design aficionados to discover the new trends and expressions in a wide range of sectors, including decoration, design and furniture. The upcoming edition is set to return to Paris’s Nord Villepinte, from 19-23 January 2018 and promises to deliver a creative, diverse and business…
read moreGenerator, the cutting-edge European lifestyle brand responsible for leading the hostel revolution, announces the opening of three new properties: Generator Stockholm and its bar Hilma; Generator Amsterdam and its club Oosterbar; and Generator Rome. These consecutive, milestone launches, round out the company’s portfolio to include 11 destinations in Europe. In its quest to continue to provide true native experiences at…
read moreTwo new, yet distinctly different hotels will open in 2019 in the historic and revitalised Whiskey Row neighbourhood of downtown Louisville as part of a new development planned by a staple of the Louisville hospitality industry. Located on Main Street, the development will feature two Marriott International branded properties– Hotel Distil, a boutique hotel that will be part of Marriott’s…
read moreIn celebration of its 110th anniversary, the Hotel Walther commissioned Brintons to translate the elaborate designs of interior designer Virginia Maissen into woven Axminster rugs and fitted carpet to complement the refurbishment of the hotel. The concept of the design was to create a modern, inviting and comfortable feel in this grand hotel with inspiration taken from its surroundings and…
read moreThe MEININGER hotel group and Peter Simmel have signed an agreement to open a new hotel in Dresden. Located right opposite the central station at Wiener Platz 2, the new hotel will have 165 rooms and 639 beds. It is scheduled to open in the second quarter of 2021. The hotel will cover a gross floor area of 7,600 sqm…
read moreThe world’s largest independent hotel brand, Preferred Hotels and Resorts, has added 25 new properties to its international roster of luxury hotels and resorts. The newest members of the Preferred Hotels and Resorts portfolio are located across the globe in eight different countries in some of the world’s most desirable destinations, from Hawaii to India and Mexico. These new hotels…
read moreDean Minett, Director at Minett Consulting shares his views on how virtual reality could be changing the expectations of guests… Try before you buy is an old concept, and it’s been applied to any number of things commercially. Cars, homes, electronics and vitamins — just about every corner of the retail industry has offered no-risk money back arrangements with consumers.…
read moreOpening in the vibrant and historic old town of Puerto Vallarta in early February 2018, Hotel Amapa embodies the fusion of traditional Mexican aesthetic with a laidback yet spirited vision in contemporary design bringing a new, fresh vibe to the area. With over 35 years of hospitality experience, developer David Harries led a pioneering team including Antoine Ratigan of Circleminds,…
read moreThe design concept for the multi-million dollar transformation of Vintage House and Hotel Villagio in Napa Valley has been revealed. A team of the world’s most sought-after interior designers, architects, landscape designers and talent were assembled by owners Brookfield to bring the new luxury vision to life and further enhance the property’s legacy in the community. Leading hospitality interior design…
read moreWork has now been completed on a £1.5 million refurbishment programme at the 209-bed Apex City of London Hotel. The nine-month project, saw the hotel’s public areas and largest meeting room given a makeover – with a new stylish restaurant and state of the art spa incorporated into the property for guests to the capital and locals alike. Work was…
read moreThis year’s Sleep event came to a close on 22nd November, with some calling it the best edition yet. So thats the end of another successful #Sleep17 event. It gets better year. Looking forward to 2018! @sleepevent @MadeinBritainGB pic.twitter.com/Te637vETZn — Roman Limited (@romanltd) November 22, 2017 See you next year @sleepevent , best edition yet! ?☺️#sleep17 #sleepevent #HotelDesign https://t.co/GBYB22b5P2 —…
read moreSleep opens its doors for two days of hotel design business this morning – don’t forget that you can register here for fast track entry and pick up your badge on arrival – and here are five key reasons to be here this year… Keep up with a fast-changing market Sleep is globally acknowledged for ideas, installations and experiences that tap…
read moreAs technology continues to evolve and play an increasingly active role in our daily lives, Marriott International has teamed with two leading companies – Samsung and Legrand – to launch the hospitality industry’s first Internet of Things (‘IoT’) hotel room to inspire the ultimate hotel experience of the future. The IoT Guestroom Lab – powered by Marriott’s Innovation Lab at…
read moreLocated in the thriving Business Bay district, which was recently listed in Lonely Planet’s ‘10 of the World’s coolest neighborhoods to visit right now,’ the new Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Dubai boasts 298 guestrooms, including 65 sprawling suites. Inspiring a sense of spontaneous discovery at every turn, the latest in the brand’s portfolio set the stage for inspiring stories that are…
read moreBoråstapeter is highlighting some of 2018’s biggest trends in colours, with the launch of a new selection of wallpapers as part of its new Deep Sea Dive serie. Available for a limited time, the serie boasts a collection of single-coloured wallpapers with a matt finish. The company is now taking the single-coloured wallpaper concept further by launching the serie specifically…
read moreDesign studio, Northern Lighting, has unveiled a new lifestyle concept that has been designed to bridge the gap between statement making products and practical designs. Dubbed Northern, the brand will boast a holistic range of furniture, lighting and interior accessories. The brand was established with input from design duo Morten and Jonas, which will also launch with items from famous…
read moreMövenpick Hotels & Resorts has signed a lease agreement with one of Germany’s main real estate asset managers, Deka Immobilien, to operate a landmark design-led property in The Hague – a move that accelerates its growth strategy in The Netherlands and Europe. The stylish 72-room Mövenpick Hotel The Hague will also mark a new era for the Swiss hospitality firm…
read moreManchester is going through somewhat of a renaissance in the hotel industry. Recent openings – including Hotel Gotham – have put the critical and commercial spotlight on the city, drawing some of the attention usually hogged by the capital down south. During this wave of stylish, quirky and conceptual openings came a project by former Manchester United stalwarts Gary Neville…
read moreIt’s been 210 years since British hospitality firm Thwaites was conceived by its namesake, Daniel. His mission was delivering fine hospitality alongside fine ale. His company has come a long way from its roots in the Lake District, recently named a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. About 200 miles, to be precise – to Fareham, home of its farthest-flung spa…
read moreThe Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts has announced that The Langley will open in summer 2018 in the heart of the Buckinghamshire countryside. The Langley will join a growing ensemble of over 100 Luxury Collection hotels and resorts around the world. Owned and managed by City & Country Hotels, The Langley is the sister hotel to The Wellesley Knightsbridge, a…
read moreCreating furniture with the right colour palette is extremely important if you are aiming to astonish with your project. Natural tendencies are foreseen, earthy shades, sandy hues. Specifically keep an eye on smokey grey, tending to go a bit in the direction of blue hues like navy blue. In general, the key colours are based on neutral tones, many of…
read moreThe new Le Roch Hôtel & Spa Paris designer hotel, in the Saint-Honoré quarter of the French capital, guarantees its guests premium relaxation. The 5-star property’s bathrooms are the perfect place to retreat from the hectic hustle & bustle of the city – fitted with high-end bathroom solutions made of Kaldewei steel enamel including the enamelled Conoflat shower surface or…
read moreHilton has announced the opening of Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort, marking its debut in the country and further growing the brand’s portfolio of world class resorts. Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort is set against the backdrop of Sal’s famous Santa Maria beach. The hotel boasts a stunning natural stone pool set within a lush tropical garden. Guests can enjoy…
read moreThe Trafalgar St. James hotel launched with a star-studded event at the stunning new Rooftop restaurant in London this month. Working with hospitality giant Hilton on its first Curio Collection property in the UK, SHH Architecture and Interior Design led the multi-million pound renovation, turning the only hotel in London’s Trafalgar Square into a ‘sanctuary of style’ in the heart…
read moreTOPHOTELPROJECTS talks about hotel sustainability and how it’s shaping the design and construction of hotels around the world… Sustainability has long been a buzzword within the design community, and hoteliers in particular have been latching onto the idea of the past number of years. Not only is it a response to an increased awareness of climate change and the impact…
read moreArtfully combining sophisticated minimalism with the industrial aesthetic of an early 20th-century warehouse, The Robey Hall puts guests at the heart of the action in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighbourhood. The hip younger sister property of The Robey offers up Modern American cuisine at the neighboring Café Robey, as well as rooftop cocktails with cityscape views at Up & Up and…
read moreWith more than 80 years of history, the luxurious Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa Hotel is recognised as a city landmark for its prime location on Avenida Liberdade and brilliant old world architecture. The hotel – the ultimate place to see and be seen – has always attracted celebrities and heads of state alike, from all over the world. Timeless elegance…
read moreWilton Carpets has redeveloped its website, providing more information and a fully-searchable catalogue through its Design Hub software. The new website, wiltoncarpets.com, has been developed from the ground-up to deliver improved content and navigation, with the ambition to inspire and inform a generation of designers and specifiers about good carpet craft. Andrea Evans, marketing manager, Wilton Carpets, comments: “With a…
read moreWhen London-based B3 Designers was appointed to transform Hotel de la Paix Geneva’s new Fiskebar restaurants and bar, contemporary Nordic minimalism was the starting point for the design’s inspiration. This theme reflects the restaurants’ cuisine concept – the first of its kind in the Swiss capital’s prestigious neighbourhood. The harmonious connection with nature, the neutral deeper and darker tones and…
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