Hotel Designs Hotel Designs‘First in’ to review LEVEN in Manchester In the heart of Manchester, LEVEN, brought to you by the innovators at Wellbrook Hospitality, has opened its glass door. Editor Hamish Kilburn was ‘first in’ to review the luxury/lifestyle brand’s debut hotel… For some time now, the David-and-Goliath narrative between Manchester and London has been an exciting battle to watch. London, a…
read moreThe David Kempinski Tel Aviv to arrive in February 2022 Kempinski Hotels has announced the long-anticipated opening of The David Kempinski Tel Aviv, the luxury hospitality brand’s 80th global opening and its first property in Israel. Let’s a take a look inside… In 2022, Kempinski Hotels is set to bring 125 years of five-star European hospitality to Tel Aviv. Housed…
read moreLocke Hotels opens sixth (and final) hotel in 2021 Pioneering lifestyle aparthotel brand Locke has opened ‘Buckle Street Studios by Locke’ in Aldgate – its 11th property, and fifth location for the brand in London. We stepped inside for a closer look… Located just minutes away from the City, Tower Bridge and Brick Lane, the newly developed Buckle Street Studios…
read moreStandard Residences set to launch in Miami The Standard and Rosso Development have announced the launch of the brands first residential project which aims to deliver a connected living experience with flexible residences… To date, The Standard’s ‘anything but Standard’ distinctive lifestyle has only been available at its hotels, but this is all set to change, with Standard International and…
read moreHIX panel discussion: Designing hospitality for the ‘WFHotel’ generation One of the stand-out moments from HIX 2021 was undoubtedly the installations that were displayed in the Hotel Tomorrow gallery. Designed collaboratively by Conran and Partner, Areen Design and stroop design, the aim was to reflect the coming together of co-working spaces and hotels. Editor Hamish Kilburn, who spent six months…
read moreAmada Colossos Resort – large in size, made personal by design To understand whether or not a hotel on a ‘colossos’ scale can still create a boutique look and feel, editor Hamish Kilburn travelled to the Greek island of Rhodes – known as the Island of Sun – to check in to the 699-key Amada Colossos Resort… The most eastern…
read moreSamuel and Sons’ new collections continue the tradition of crafted trimmings Samuel & Sons has long been a coveted source for the finest quality trimmings. The brand’s new designs, Metamorphosis and Illuminée, continue the tradition inspired by craft… Family-owned for more than 75 years, Samuel & Sons is built on quality of craftsmanship and dedication to design. The brand has…
read moreLiving Rooms adds Marylebone Lane to its collection The latest addition to Living Rooms is situated in the chic neighbourhood of Marylebone. The seven new design-led apartments have been created with urban travellers in mind, as Pauline Brettell discovers when taking a closer look inside… Living Rooms has become a leader in creative alternatives to the traditional hotel with its…
read moreRosewood Le Guanahani St Barth relaunches This quintessential island resort has relaunched under the Rosewood flag following a four year redesign. We stepped onto the island to see what happens when French elegance meets Caribbean exuberance… Rosewood Le Guanahani St. Barth, one of the island’s most highly anticipated havens of laidback luxury, has relaunched, joining Rosewood Hotels & Resorts’ iconic…
read moreInside The Royal Suite by Gucci at Savoy London With The House of Gucci making cinematic waves this week – “Father, son and House of Gucci” – we thought we would take a look at another fashion-meets-design story that is being showcased artfully in the newly designed Royal Suite at London’s Savoy Hotel. Pauline Brettell and editor Hamish Kilburn take…
read moreHard Rock Hotel New York prepares to take centre stage The highly anticipated Hard Rock New York is going up in the heart of Midtown Manhatten, and is on track to debut in April 2022 – we thought we would take a closer look at what is set to be this iconic brand’s new flagship… Gracing the iconic skyline of…
read moreThe Luxury Collection makes debut in Rocky Mountains The Luxury Collection Heralds a new beacon of sophistication and vibrancy in the Rocky Mountains with the Debut of The Hythe, a Luxury Collection Resort, Vail… The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the opening of The Hythe, a Luxury Collection Resort,…
read moreLive from HIX: Hypnos unveils new mattress in Hospitality Origins Collection First unveiled at the Independent Hotel Show, the stylish and sustainable Hospitality Origins Collection by Hypnos has been turning heads at HIX Event. Editor Hamish Kilburn heads over to stand 28 to learn more about the brand’s second new product, the Woolsleepers Pillow Top mattress… Hypnos Contract Beds is…
read moreLive from HIX: Up close to Parkside’s new zero waste tile Made from 100 per cent natural materials, Criaterra tiles are a new addition to the Parkside portfolio. We thought we would get up close and personal on stand 52A and find out a little more about the design and production process… Earlier this year, Parkside unveiled the Criaterra tiles,…
read moreLive from HIX: Roca showcases new smart products It’s all about smart design and sustainability on stand 4 with Roca – from the fabrication of the stand itself, to the brand’s latest products and projects on display… Roca, known for design led bathroom products which combine innovation and product knowledge with a respect for the environment, have kept sustainability as…
read moreLive from HIX: hansgrohe & AXOR unveil ‘groundbreaking’ bathroom design innovations Hotel Interiors Experience (HIX) has united Europe’s foremost designers, consultants, architects and emerging talent across the hospitality sector at London’s Business Design Centre. Among the exhibitors this year is hansgrohe, which is unveiling its latest bathroom design products. Editor Hamish Kilburn nipped over to stand 17 to find out…
read moreLive from HIX: LEDS C4 presents ‘best choice’ of new products LEDS C4 is presenting its ‘best choice’ of new products at Hotel Interiors Experience (HIX). Editor Hamish Kilburn heads over to stand U36 to learn more about the Tubs, Trip and Noway collections… LEDS C4 is at Hotel Interiors Experience (HIX) this week in London. The lighting company over…
read moreLive from HIX: Arte unveils L’Invite collection of wallcoverings Inspired by the world of French Haute Couture and fashion, L’invite is the latest collection from Arte. From Greek scenes to French Toile de Jouy, these elegant new additions to the brand’s portfolio, on display on stand 58 caught our attention. Pauline Brettell went over to have a closer look… L’invite…
read moreConrad Maldives Rangali Island to unveil grand relaunch Following an expansive multi-million dollar renovation, the iconic Maldives twin-island resort, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, continues to deliver authentic barefoot luxury with reimagined spacious water villas, reinvigorated culinary venues and innovative guest experiences… Following on from ongoing redesigns, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island’s extensive multi-year makeover continues, as the award-winning project turns the…
read moreProduct watch: A total outdoor tile solution from Parkside The Outdoor Collection from Parkside provides a total tile solution for commercial and residential projects… Following the launch of its 100 per cent natural, ‘zero waste’ wall tile, Parkside has unveiled the Outdoor Collection, which helps designers, specifiers and developers to fully realise the potential of outside space. Whether a natural…
read moreWorld’s first Warner Bros. hotel opens on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island The world’s first WB hotel is situated on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island, steps away from the Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Theme Park. The 257-key hotel invites guests on a ‘journey through the world of Warner Bros.’ most iconic films and television series… Miral, Abu Dhabi’s leading curator of…
read moreMelia Hotels set to expand in Indonesia Already one of the hotel group’s most sought after destinations, the opening of Gran Meliá Lombok in 2024 will mark the second Gran Meliá property in Indonesia. Here’s what we know about the hotel that is expected to shelter ‘pure luxury’… Meliá Hotels International is planning to bring a touch of Spanish luxury…
read moreThe benefit of art in hotel design Following our spotlight on art last month, Hotel Designs has invited Frances Bildner from Frances Bildner Expressive Arts to explore the benefits of art in hotel design, from framed pieces in the lobby to colourful in-between spaces within the hotel journey… During the last year whilst we have been more isolated, the power…
read moreNow open: Four Seasons arrives in New Orleans Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans has opened its doors, inside one of the city’s most iconic buildings, and has been designed to celebrate New Orlean’s spirit of ‘survival’ and ‘rebirth’. Melania Guarda Ceccoli explores… Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans finally welcomes its guests to the iconic 34-storey tower, originally built in 1968…
read moreFirst look: Lost Property in London’s Square Mile A brand-new Curio Collection by Hilton hotel, set to open its doors in spring 2022 in the City of London, reveals the very first photographs of its new design-led rooms and elegant interiors… Lost Property St. Paul’s London, Curio Collection by Hilton, will be the first hotel under the brand in the…
read moreThe Beaumont unveils first phase of extensive renovation The team at ReardonSmith Architects pave the way to the next chapter at The Beaumont, reviving the art deco legacy of this Mayfair grande dame. Pauline Brettell takes a look, beyond the lobby, to soak in some of the sensitively restored glamour inside this London jewel… The much-garlanded Beaumont hotel in London’s…
read moreCult Hotels and Hypnos collaborate in pursuit of sustainable luxury Cult Hotels’ ambition to bring its game-changing new concept to the market includes providing guests with an exceptional sleep experience with Hypnos Contract Beds… Cult Hotels is the brainchild of Julian Dunkerton, Co-Founder of fashion giant Superdry and the highly successful Cotswold’s hotel and restaurant portfolio, The Lucky Onion. Dunkerton…
read moreSoho House arrives in Rome with timeless style Soho House opens for the first time in Italy, in Rome, in the San Lorenzo district, with spaces for members to eat, drink and meet. The 69-key house shelters all the Soho House comforts, including guestrooms, long-stay apartments, a swimming pool, rooftop bar, a Soho Health Club and a screening room. Melania…
read moreCase study: Designing the bathrooms inside The Londoner Synonymous with luxury, Edwardian Hotels’ The Londoner, which takes urban hospitality in Leicester Square to new lavish heights, specified AXOR brassware throughout the ‘super boutique’ hotel – from its guestrooms and suites to its destination spa (and all wellness areas in-between)… London’s first super boutique hotel in Leicester Square, The Londoner is…
read moreLifestyle brand Locke opens second hotel in Dublin Set to become a new hub for culture and entertainment in the city Beckett Locke brings its home-meets-hotel concept to the centre of Dublin’s thriving docklands area… As a brand that isn’t prepared to waste time procrastinating, Locke is seriously catching up to – dare we say ‘taking over from’ – the…
read moreProduct watch: On trend profiles from Schlüter Systems Although the word ‘trendy’ can sometimes be synonymous with ‘a passing fad’, it is often popular and innovative design trends that lead the market within the hospitality industry, so can be worth paying attention to when designing a bathroom. In this exclusive editorial, we take a look at bathroom profiles from Schlüter…
read moreVilleroy & Boch introduces new colours in Artis collection Designed by German-Danish designer Gesa Hansen, the Artis collection by Villeroy & Boch – now in new colours – has the right tone for any bathroom… Villeroy & Boch has introduced new splashes of colour in the Artis collection – Indian Summer, Sage Green, Rust and Bordeaux – reflecting personality, while…
read moreHyatt House debuts in Africa Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton celebrated its opening this month, marking the debut of the Hyatt House brand in Africa, expanding the brand’s footprint globally… Hyatt House hotels are designed to welcome guests as extended stay residents who are looking for the conveniences of home, while enjoying the comfort of a luxury hotel stay. Modern, apartment-style…
read moreDiving into the spirit of the Algarve at Quinta do Lago It’s all about the weather and wellness – sustainability and sunshine – in this corner of Portugal. Pauline Brettell checks in to The Magnolia Hotel to explore all that is on offer at the Quinta do Lago resort, where the natural beauty of the Ria Formosa Park combines seamlessly with…
read moreMollie’s Motel & Diner: 100 new sites planned for next 10 years Following the successful launch of two Mollie’s, the new, affordable motel and diner concept has appointed leisure property specialist, Fleurets, to support ambitious plans to expand to 100 sites over the next 10 years through site search and acquisition, both in roadside and city centre locations… Originally conceived…
read moreroom2 to open world’s first fully net zero hometel Setting new standards in environmental responsibility for the global industry, hometel brand room2 is set to open the world’s first fully net zero hotel in Chiswick, West London on December 1, 2021. We thought we would look a little closer at what this actually means… room2 is the UK’s first hometel…
read moreIn pictures: Inside The Brit List Awards 2021 The winners of The Brit List Awards 2021 were announced last night, inside a spectacular setting. The evening, which included more than 500 designers, architects, hoteliers, developers and brands, was full of glamour and a fair amount of glitter. Pauline Brettell and editor Hamish Kilburn were at the centre of the action…
read moreSneak peek inside ME Barcelona Meliá Hotels International has announced the Spanish brand’s first five-star hotel opening in Barcelona in more than a decade, with the 164-key ME Barcelona set to open on November 25, 2021. Pauline Brettell went behind closed doors to have a look inside… Situated in the heart of Barcelona, on the elegant Passeig de Gràcia, ME…
read moreYOTEL moves into Manchester Global hotel brand YOTEL, renowned for challenging the status quo of the traditional hotel stay, is bringing its innovative hospitality concept to the city centre of Manchester, this month as the brand opens its newest hotel in Deansgate. We thought we would take a closer look… Rebranding the Qbic hotel on the corner of iconic Deansgate…
read moreThe Brit List Awards 2021: The winners’ story Celebrating a new era in hotel design and hospitality – the new roaring ’20s – The Brit List Awards 2021 crowned nine individuals and brands at its glamorous awards ceremony on November 3, 2021. From pioneering designers to campaigning hoteliers, forward-thinking architects and innovative products and brands in-between, meet your winners… The…
read moreWinners of The Brit List Awards 2021 unveiled On November 3, The Brit List Awards 2021 welcomed more than 500 interior designers, architects, hoteliers, developers and suppliers when it took over London’s famous cabaret venue, PROUD Embankment, for an awards ceremony unlike any other, which crowned nine individual winners and celebrated the UK remaining a leading international hotel design and…
read moreCase Study: Designing bespoke beds inside Pan Pacific London With its proactive approach to environmental sustainability and wellness, Pan Pacific London gives centre stage to a bespoke bed in every guestroom and suite… Located in Liverpool Street, Pan Pacific London is the first European property from the Singaporean hotel group, and takes understated luxury to new heights – the 43-storey…
read moreSneak peek inside One&Only Aesthesis One&Only Aesthesis, the brand’s second hotel in Europe, is set to arrive on the Athenian coast and the seafront of Glyfada in June 2022. Melanie Guarda Ceccoli takes a look into the inspiration behind the resort… After the announcement in May 2021 of the landing in Europe of One&Only Portonovi in Montenegro, the expansion of…
read moreLegendary New York hotel, The Carlyle, reveals long-awaited new look After a much anticipated transformation, The Carlyle re-emerges on the New York hotel scene with an exciting new renovation, sensitively designed by legendary design studio tonychi studio. The iconic hotel new offers a contemporary aesthetic, while cleverly referencing its storied past. Pauline Brettell takes a look inside… Rosewood Hotels and…
read moreThe Signet Collection unveils plans for second hotel Hot on the heels of The Mitre Hampton Court, The Signet Collection has unveiled its plans to open its second hotel. The Retreat Elcot Park is slated to open in Spring 2022. Hotelier Hector Ross’ focus within this portfolio of hotels is to create ‘memorable experiences’ with informal yet imaginative design schemes……
read moreCanopy by Hilton makes UK debut in East London Complete with panoramic views over Aldgate and a locally infused interior design scheme by ACME, the 340-key Canopy by Hilton London City opens echoing the spirit of one of the capital’s most vibrant, eclectic neighbourhoods – and becomes the brand’s debut hotel in the UK… Canopy by Hilton London City has…
read moreNow open: ME Cabo unveils $10 million renovation Arriba! Mexico’s much-loved ME by Meliá property returns into the Cabo luxury hospitality scene to flex its design muscles after unveiling a $10 million renovation. Editor Hamish Kilburn takes a look inside… ME by Meliá has unveiled the all-new ME Cabo, five years after completing its previous restoration project. After undergoing a…
read moreCurrent bathroom trends: The interior trend of nuanced whites Bathroom trends in 2021 (and beyond) are steering towards wellness spaces that are full of character, personality and timeless style. It has been suggested that to achieve this, designers need to inject a bit of colour – but not always, as we discover when looking at some of Duravit’s latest innovations……
read moreCovid-19 & Brexit: Designing a common sense approach to moving forward Exclusive: As the Festival of Hospitality gained momentum, editor Hamish Kilburn sat in the audience of what was one of the most honest and open panel discussions of the year, moderated by procurement expert Kerri Lewis which explored how the hotel design and hotel development sectors of the industry…
read moreWeekly digest: Global hotel growth, a Nobu debut & a live roundtable Huddle in everyone… Editor Hamish Kilburn here to serve up your weekly dose of hotel design and hotel development news and features. This week on the editorial desk we unveiled our latest live roundtable, explored the art of lighting; shared hotel development news from several hotel groups and,…
read moreThe Socialist: A new Tribute Portfolio hotel hits Copenhagen Tribute Portfolio, Marriott Bonvoy’s collection of characterful, independent hotels, makes its debut in Scandanavia with the arrival of The Socialist, a new design-driven hotel in Copenhagen. Pauline Brettell takes a closer look inside… The Socialist is a new addition to the Marriott Bonvoy collection and is located in the heart of…
read moreHere’s what Chelsom will be presenting at HIX Event Lighting brand Chelsom will be exhibiting at the upcoming HIX Event on November 18 – 19, 2021 at the Business Design Centre in London. Through expo, talks, installations and networking, Hotel Interiors Experience (HIX) celebrates and brings together the people that represent the hotel interiors supply chain, connecting both established and…
read moreProduct watch: Venti20 collection by bathroom brand Gessi “Great design has emotional power and an innate ability to instil beauty into everyday objects,” states bathroom brand Gessi when discussing the new Venti20 range, which captures the essence of the era and allows us to rediscover the spirit of the ‘Roaring 20s… Bathroom brand Gessi has collaborated with Spanish designer Lazaro…
read moreNobu expands its footprint in Saudi Arabia Nobu, the global lifestyle brand founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, has just revealed plans to launch a new hotel, Nobu Restaurant and Nobu Residences in the Eastern Province city of Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia, by 2024. Here’s what we know… Global lifestyle brand Nobu Hotels has become synonymous…
read moreSt Regis to almost double portfolio of hotels by 2025 Solidifying St. Regis Hotels & Resorts’ position as a leader in luxury, the iconic brand is expected to expand its existing portfolio of 15 curated resorts with plans to debut 11 new enchanted escapes by 2025 in some of the world’s most coveted leisure destinations. Pauline Brettell takes a wander…
read moreInside Rosewood Villa Magna, the brand’s debut hotel in Spain Set in the heart of the Spanish capital city’s distinguished Salamanca district, the reimagined icon, now Rosewood Villa Magna, represents a milestone for the brand as well as Madrid’s hospitality landscape. Editor Hamish Kilburn takes a look inside… In July this year, we released the news that the Rosewood Hotels…
read more#6 Digital interactive art – technology for tomorrow’s hotel Technology is shaping the way in which hotel buildings are built and designed. Inside the hotel, technology is altering how guests use and journey through spaces as well as how they view interior design. In our latest article in the Hotel Designs Lab series, Ari Peralta, Founder of Arigami, explores the…
read moreHyatt Centric brings new lifestyle hotel to Denver Designed to offer guests a home base to explore the city, this locally inspired property brings 264 guestrooms, a chef-driven restaurant and a memorable rooftop experience to the Denver Metro area. Pauline Brettell takes a closer look… Hyatt Centric Downtown Denver is the latest property from the modern lifestyle hotel brand, Hyatt…
read moreLive roundtable: The art of lighting In Hotel Designs’ first live roundtable since the beginning of the pandemic, in association with Dernier & Hamlyn, editor Hamish Kilburn gathered leading interior designers to discuss the art of lighting in 2021 and beyond – from downlights to pendants and pitfalls in-between. Scroll down to meet the panellists and to catch the conversation……
read moreAeon: A wellness hotel setting new standards in architecture & design Aeon is the latest wellness hotel concept that has been brought to life by the team at noa* network of architecture. The 15-key hospitality development, which features a bold interior design scheme, is set into and inspired by the landscape of Italy’s South Tyrol region. Pauline Brettell explores… Designing…
read moreProduct watch: Vaughan presents the Ellisfield Collection Lighting and furniture brand Vaughan unveiled its latest range, the Ellisfield Collection, at Focus 21 in September. Here’s our editor’s pick of our favourite pieces… Featuring renditions of beloved classics, such as the Bamboo Lantern and the Windermere Chandelier, as well as contemporary pieces, the Ellisfield Collection by Vaughan is a British design…
read moreCalling all accessible hotels – Blue Badge Access Awards is back! The Blue Badge Access Awards (BBAAs) is the only dedicated global award scheme that promotes stylish accessibility in hospitality establishments, something that Hotel Designs cannot champion loud enough. This year, the category ‘Imagining Innovations for Disabled Guests’ includes a £20k prize fund… The Blue Badge Access Awards, which set…
read moreRadisson to double its West and Central Africa portfolio by 2025 Radisson Hotel Group has announced that it will double its portfolio of hotels in West and Central Africa by 2025. To understand more about why this region is becoming a hotel development hotspot, Pauline Brettell hears from Erwan Garnier, Senior Director of Development in Africa at Radisson Hotel Group.…
read moreIn pictures: Four Seasons arrives in Napa Valley Following much anticipation, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley, which Hotel Designs first bookmarked earlier this year as one of 2021’s hottest openings, will finally open its doors in just a few weeks time. Melania Guarda Ceccoli explores whether or not it has been worth the wait… Food, wine and spirits,…
read more‘Bathroom blockbuster’: SUPERPLAN ZERO shower surface by Kaldewei The SUPERPLAN ZERO by bathroom brand Kaldewei is a sustainable, aesthetic floor enhancement with elegant lines. The enamelled shower surface – with reserved, stylish detail and extremely comfortable underfoot – has the potential to become a blockbuster in the bathroom. Editor Hamish Kilburn speaks to Berlin designer, Werner Aisslinger, to learn more… Superplan…
read moreProduct watch: Introducing the Hi-Fi Eclectic shower control by Gessi Hi-Fi Eclectic is an evolution of the original Hi-Fi concept: a multifunctional shower control of high design that takes reminiscences, in form and function, of the stereo devices we all know. Here, we take a look at how Gessi has evolved this product to cater for tomorrow’s users… As an…
read moreLess than two weeks until Workplace Design Show 2021 In under two weeks, the much-anticipated Workspace Design Show will open its doors for the first time, welcoming the commercial interiors community to discover and discuss tomorrow’s places of work at London’s Business Design Centre from November 4 – 5, 2021… Workplace Design Show will be the first UK exhibition in…
read moreThe Reykjavik EDITION arrives in Iceland Opening in preview on November 9 2021, The Reykjavik EDITION is expected to set a new hospitality standard – one that matches the natural magnificence of the destination – as Reykjavik’s first truly luxury hotel experience. The 253-key hotel combines the best of the Icelandic capital with the personal, intimate and individual experience that…
read moreNEWH UK Chapter honours design excellence at TopID Awards 2021 Starved of live events and face-to-face networking, the British design community gathered on October 20 at Roca London Gallery in Chelsea for the 2021 TopID Awards, powered by NEWH UK Chapter. “Drum roll please – and the winners are”… As the seasons change and a new year approaches, it is…
read moreVirtual roundtable: Concept vs reality in bathroom specification With new demands from modern travellers asking for heightened wellness and wellbeing experiences sheltered inside hotels, designing a timeless bathroom has become even more of a challenge in recent years. Hotel Designs’ latest roundtable, in association with Utopia Projects, welcomes leading interior designers to help us separate concept over reality when it…
read moreMeeting the demand for sustainability and style with TRENDCollection The TRENDCollection from Granorte continues to push the boundaries in sustainable design, bringing four collections that showcase the versatility of cork at its very best… From the collection itself, through to its website, brochures, point-of-sale and video; TRENDCollection spreads awareness that cork is a floor of the future designed perfectly for…
read moreInside 1 Hotel Toronto, the city’s new sustainable masterpiece New York-based design studio Rockwell Group has unveiled the interiors of the new 1 Hotel in Toronto, Canada’s first ‘mission-driven hotel’ that celebrates the beauty of the city’s natural environment in an urban package that sets a new hospitality standards in sustainable luxury… Two years since whispers of the 1 Hotel…
read moreNow open: Inside the first Raffles hotel in India Set to bring a ‘legendary hospitality’ experience to the romantic city of Udaipur, Raffles has unveiled its first hotel in India, which shelters 101 rooms inside an architectural marvel… Following the brand’s announcement earlier this year to more than double its portfolio of hotels by 2023, Raffles Hotels & Resorts has…
read moreEpisode 9: Geeky About The Design Details (George Couyas) In episode nine, in association with Bathroom Brands Group, Hamish Kilburn and co-host Harriet Forde invite George Couyas, Founder of Interior Design Geek, to join them on the Minotti London sofa. With more than 20 years’ experience designing high-end spaces, Couyas saw that there was a demand beyond his tight-knit client…
read moreCollaboration goals: KEUCO & TEAM7 create luxe bathroom concept TEAM 7 and KEUCO have combined heads to form a luxurious bathroom furnishing concept, which has resulted in the striking interiors of EDITION LIGNATUR… For more than 60 years, the Austrian company TEAM 7 has been creating exquisite, meticulously handcrafted, solid wood furniture for every area of the house. However, one…
read moreA young designer’s interview: Q&A with David Mason, Director, Scott Brownrigg In the second interview in an exclusive series between Hotel Designs and NEWH UK Chapter, that aims to bridge the generation gap between designers and architects, editor Hamish Kilburn moderates an interview between young designer Marissa Miltiadous and David Mason, Head of Hospitality at Scott Brownrigg… It’s a hard-knock…
read moreProduct watch: Bette to unveil ‘what’s next’ at HIX Event Spoiler alert… German bathroom manufacturer Bette, which creates design-led baths, shower trays and washbasins with the future in mind, will be showcasing its latest innovations on stands U39 and U40 at HIX Event… On its main stand at HIX Event, U39, bathroom brand Bette will be showing its ground-breaking development,…
read moreIndustry insight: Statement interior lighting Design inspiration starts with that one magnificent statement piece, a piece that reflects your remarkable personality and style. Christopher Hyde Lighting offers just that – collections of luminaires designed and manufactured to make a statement… Whether it be a modern living area in a luxury New York apartment or a spacious entry way in a…
read moreInspired by nature: RG Naxos unveils fresh look Design studio THDP has completed an extensive renovation inside RG Naxos, set in Giardini Naxos. The new look was inspired by nature to draw out the best of Mediterranean culture… RG Naxos, located on the shores of Giardini Naxos in Sicily, Italy, emerges following a major interior revamp sheltering a cohesive interior…
read moreLanserhof to open first island hotel in Spring 2022 Lanserhof, Europe’s leader in innovative health, has announced that it will open its first island hotel in 2022. Located in Sylt, the 55-key luxury hotel will be designed by internationally renowned architect Christoph Ingenhoven, and will shelter a cutting-edge wellness experience under a contemporary roof. Here’s what we know… Arriving in…
read moreCase study: Designing lighting & audio inside Grantley Hall Hotel & Spa Local custom integrator Clever Association worked with Grantley Hall Hotel & Spa to complete the design and installation of perfectly integrated lighting and audio control automation within the bedrooms and communal areas, inside and out. By specifying Sonance Landscape Series systems, the design team were able to ensure…
read moreIntroducing the debut bathroom lighting collection by Christopher Hyde Having excelled in manufacturing luxury luminaires for an extensive range of interiors over the past 25 years, Christopher Hyde Lighting has recently unveiled its first bathroom lighting collection, which celebrates both classic and contemporary lighting possibilities… In the past year, Hotel Designs has showcased some of the finest designs within the…
read moreA capital move: Langham arrives in Southeast Asia The Langham, Jakarta has opened its doors inside a stylish and contemporary 65-storey building in the heart of the city, marking the brand’s bold debut property in Southeast Asia… After years of anticipation, The Langham, Jakarta has officially opened in Indonesia’s capital city. The slick 65-storey hotel is strategically located within the…
read moreIndustry insight: Best hotel flooring options With hotels expecting to stand the test of time, in function as well as aesthetics, choosing the right flooring for each area is integral. Luxury Flooring are on hand to offer a guiding light on which materials work best… What is the first thing you notice when you arrive at your hotel? Is it…
read moreFrances Bildner Expressive Arts is the result of many years in the business of providing fine art for public and private spaces. Work from the brand can be found in collections in Europe, the UK, and the United States, across a wide range of business environments from hospitality to property to the media and private collectors with both original and commissioned…
read moreSustainability & comfort combined: A new mattress collection from Hypnos Experts in sustainable luxury, British bed maker Hypnos Contract Beds unveiled the next chapter of its sustainable story with the launch of its new ethical Origins collection for the hospitality sector at this year’s Independent Hotel Show. Editor Hamish Kilburn writes… With up to three-quarters of hotel guests willing to…
read moreMINIVIEW: Inside the first One&Only resort in Europe Perched on the dramatic Adriatic coastline, One&Only Portonovi marks the luxury hotel brand’s arrival in Europe. Inside, it weaves pristine mountain terrain and medieval history into a modern design, imagined by Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA). Editor Hamish Kilburn explores… Located in the charming village of Portonovi, on Montenegro’s stunning Adriatic coastline, One&Only’s…
read moreSculptural warmth: Fireplaces with form as well as function Handcrafted, iconic and sculpted for maximum aesthetic and function affect, the emblematic fires from FOCUS have turned up the heat in the international hospitality design arena… FOCUS, which was founded more than 50 years ago and has been pushing boundaries ever since, is renowned for its emblematic fires which have been…
read moreShow review: Independent Hotel Show 2021 Following 18 months of uncertainty, the Independent Hotel Show 2021 did what it does best; it brought people back together to re-connect, re-think and re-consider what the future for the indy hotel looks like. Editor Hamish Kilburn, speaker at the show, was there to soak it all in… Leading figures on the UK independent…
read moreCase study: Designing unique bathroom solutions inside Copenhagen hotel Bathroom brand Unidrain came up with innovative solutions to future-proof a four-star hotel in Copenhagen’s bathrooms… The majority of the globetrotting visitors to the four-star Admiral Hotel in Copenhagen have little or no knowledge of its extremely colourful history. Originally built in 1787 as a warehouse by Danish companies involved in…
read moreHyatt Centric brand debuts in UK with Cambridge opening The opening of Hyatt Centric Cambridge, situated in the same sustainable development of Turing Locke, marks the brand’s arrival in the UK. The 150-key hotel has been designed by AvroKO to reflect the destination’s storied history. Editor Hamish Kilburn explores… Envisioned by the same interior design studio, AvroKO, that was responsible…
read moreDesigning the golf resort for tomorrow’s hotel design scene PGA National Resort & Spa (Palm Beach Gardens, FL) recently partnered with hospitality design firm KTGY Simeone Deary Design Group to conceptualise ‘the golf club of tomorrow’, breathing new life into the iconic resort’s guestrooms and main public spaces, which will be completed in January, 2022… Golf resort getaways abroad are…
read moreIndependent Hotel Show Awards 2021 – and the winners are… The winners have been announced for the 2021 Independent Hotel Show Awards, which took place on the first evening of the show that was held at Olympia London… On October 4, the industry gathered at Olympia London to experience this year’s highly anticipated Independent Hotel Show Awards, which for many…
read moreInfinite bathroom furniture ideas from Crosswater Infinity, Crosswater’s new bathroom furniture collection, is focused on client customisation. Seamlessly blending practicality and functionality, the new range gives interior freedom with plenty of design possibilities, as bathrooms become much more than just practical spaces… Modular, smart, and stylish, Infinity is a wall hung storage collection that provides the ‘perfect bathroom furniture collection’…
read moreSurface design trend: Tonal tiles in all shapes & sizes As we pivot into a new design season, we take a look at CTD Architectural Tiles’ latest tonal collection, which is right on trend… As interior design schemes in the commercial and hospitality sectors become more adventurous and demanding in terms of aesthetics, interior designers, architects and developers are calling…
read moreMeet Yi-Zhen Jones, Associate at twenty2degrees Design Partnership Recently promoted, Yi-Zehn Jones is shaking things up inside the creative and forward-thinking design studio we all know and love, Twenty2Degrees Design Partnership. Following the completion of The Fellows House in Cambridge, the interior designer sat down with editor Hamish Kilburn to explain what working life is like inside one of London’s…
read moreLocke opens hotel in sustainable development in Cambridge Locke, the pioneering lifestyle aparthotel brand from edyn, opens its ninth property. Turing Locke, a new 180-key hotel, is situated in the heart of Cambridge’s sustainable new development, Eddington…. The opening of Turing Locke, in the heart of Cambridge’s sustainable new development, Eddington, marks the continued international growth of Locke (by edyn),…
read moreHilton Porto Gaia opens inside former port warehouse Portugal’s second Hilton Hotels & Resorts hotel has opened. The 194-key hotel, situated in the Porto district, occupies a renovated former port warehouse in Vila Nova de Gaia… Hilton Porto Gaia has opened, which marks Hilton Hotels & Resort’s second property to arrive in Portugal – and it’s a beauty! “In partnership…
read moreThe latest innovative surfaces from RAK Ceramics Leading ceramics brand RAK Ceramics unveiled its latest tiles and sanitaryware collections at Cersaie, one of the largest ceramics exhibitions. Hotel Designs gathers all the details and shares its editor’s picks… RAK Ceramics unveiled its latest tiles and sanitaryware collections at Cersaie, in Bologna, Italy. The brand continues to provide its customers with…
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