Hotel Designs Hotel DesignsPRODUCT WATCH: A Moment of Mondrian from Granorte Designed by Carlos Mendonca, Mondri is the latest digitally printed floor from cork maestros Granorte… Heavily influenced by the paintings of Diet Mondrian and the De Stijl movement, Mondri Pale presents a vector and modular composition intervened by soft colours for a pattern that brings a sophisticated and subtle interpretation of the…
read moreINDUSTRY INSIGHT: Human-centric lighting in hotels Never has it been a better time for a new lighting brand with a plethora of experience and a fresh ethos to enter the international hotel design arena. Cue the launch of humanlumen… Coronavirus has swept through the world causing a trail of destruction to everyday lives everywhere – how and where we work,…
read moreFEATURE: the making of a Moroccan dream Hotel Designs explores how design firm KAI Interiors converted an authentic Moroccan building into a timeless hotel… The Dar Jasmine Boutique Hotel began as a dream in owner Yasmina Markouch’s mind when she began digging to make way for the building that now stands proudly in Chefchaouen, Morocco. After hunting for the ideal…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Focus’ latest outdoor fireplaces Summer, according to Focus, should be spent outside surrounded by elegance and warmth. Hotel Designs gets cosy around the outdoor fire to understand the brand’s latest range of products… Gathering around a fire is the highlight of convivial summer evenings. But a Focus design gives the experience extra soul and style, making special moments…
read moreFIRST LOOK: Bespoke by Burlington floods personality into the hotel bathroom The new Bespoke by Burlington collection, which was designed in collaboration with Julie Ingham, marks a ‘new era’ for the leaders in traditional bathrooms… With the launch of Bespoke by Burlington, Bathroom Brands Group Projects has just stretched the limits of possibilities when it comes to customisation in bathroom…
read moreHyatt to expand Alila Brand in Americas Expected to open in early 2021, Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas will become the brand’s debut new-build resort and will shelter innovative eco-design and authentic destination experiences… Hyatt has announced plans for the first new-build Alila resort in the Americas, which will be located in Encinitas, Calif., a quintessential beach town in San…
read moreMINIVIEW: Designing a ‘bare foot luxury spa’ at Sopwell House Design studio Sparcstudio created a relaxed, yet elegant design concept to the recently refurbished £14 million Cottonmill Club spa within Sopwell House in St Albans, Hertfordshire… Set in the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, on the outskirts of historic St Albans in England, the Club at Cottonmill within Sopwell House was unveiled…
read moreMirror, mirror on the wall, how do I meaningfully design reflective surfaces? Reflective surfaces mirror a fascination for us all. Whether viewed across a becalmed lake or through an ornate framed reflection over the mantel place they each are seemingly a portal to another world. Designer Peter Mance, the director of MAAPS Design and Architecture, explains… For interior design, mirrors…
read moreThe Flame of mori.london by Studio Waldemeyer Lighting expert Mortiz Waldemeyer’s innovative collection was born from the simple act of playing with fire. Hotel Designs learns more… As far back as the collective memory of mankind goes, the flame has been the first and only light source, guiding our ancestors through history from the moment we dared to differentiate ourselves…
read moreMeet the new BIID President Lester Bennett takes the baton from Harriet Forde to become the President of the BIID… The British Institute of Interior Design (BIID) has welcomed the new BIID President for the 2020-2021 term, Lester Bennett, who officially took on the role at the BIID Annual General Meeting (AGM) on July 2, which was held via online…
read moreIN PICTURES: Raffles brand arrives in Bali Raffles Bali has opened, taking the brand’s global portfolio of luxury hotels up to 15 properties… Following the grand reopening of the symbolic Raffles Singapore, the luxury hotel brand has opened its 15th property; Raffles Bali. With unparalleled views that stretch over the Indian Ocean and the famous Jimbaran Bay sunsets, Raffles Bali…
read moreExclusive Tents: working with nature to create one-off luxury experiences To conclude a three-part editorial series, Hotel Designs understands Exclusive Tents’ unique relationship with nature when its comes to designing luxury tented accomodation … Exclusive Tents International could easily be considered the perfect evolution for Paul Zway’s philosophy, following his long experience as a Kruger Park ranger. Indeed, the African…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Shower spaces from Ambiance Bain Bathroom brand Ambiance Bain is continually striving to deliver new, innovative, exciting products, has succeeded again with a comprehensive range of shower trays and wall panels… Manufactured in its own factories, Ambiance Bain’s new collection of shower spaces is created from a unique solid surface material SMO. Developed by Ambiance Bain, SMO is…
read moreFEATURE: To mask or not to mask – will you ask your staff to wear one? Following the positive news that hoteliers can now begin to welcome guests back into their establishments, there also comes a heightened responsibility for hotel managers to ensure they are creating Covid-19 policies to protect both their guests and their staff. The Fine Cotton Company’s…
read moreCASE STUDY: a bespoke lighting scheme for The St. Regis Venice Bespoke lighting solution provider Inspired by Design was approached by interior design firm Sagrada to assist in sourcing lighting for just under 200 guestrooms and suites inside The St Regis Venice… The St Regis Venice, designed by London-based design firm Sagrada, captures unmatched vistas that stretch over the building’s luxurious…
read moreChecking in to Hotel Brooklyn in Manchester, the best of both worlds Two years after Hotel Designs reviewed Hotel Gotham, editor Hamish Kilburn is transported to New York City without having to leave Manchester as he checks in to review Hotel Brooklyn… Could checking in to places like Hotel Brooklyn, in Manchester – experiencing the unequivocal flair and flavour…
read moreTREND ALERT: Aspirational lifestyle interior design is in! Following pandemic paralysis, forcing the world’s population to become short-term introverts, aspirational lifestyle interior design is now on trend, argues Deborah Heath from Design by Deborah… Social media is full of images of how the celebrated live and play and ideas on how to create your own version of their lifestyles. We…
read moreTREND ALERT: Natural stone in hotel design lighting With designers and architects looking for new innovative ways in which to inject biophilic design, Voltra Lighting takes a look at beneficial properties of natural stone… Cappadocia, an ancient district in Turkey, never fails to capture the imagination of discerning travellers with its high-end rock-cut hotels that exude pure elegance and character. Everything…
read moreFalcon Contract Flooring: the people behind the brand To celebrate putting flooring under this month’s editorial spotlight, Hotel Designs was given access into one of the industry’s most trusted carpet and vinyl specialist brands. Editor Hamish Kilburn learns more about Falcon Contract Flooring’s ethos and the people who are driving its continued success… By the time Charles and Tom Hassall…
read moreTechnology talk with Technological Innovations Group Following lengthy debates regarding technology that took place at Hotel Designs LIVE, editor Hamish Kilburn caught up Technological Innovations Group’s Director of Hospitality, Leisure and Retail (EMEA) Christophe Malsot… Technological Innovations Group (TIG) was the headline sponsor of Hotel Designs LIVE, the new one-day virtual conference that was born out of the idea to…
read moreIN PICTURES: inside the new Villa Copenhagen The 390-key luxury hotel, Villa Copenhagen, has officially opened. Hotel Designs takes a peek inside… It has been one of the most anticipated openings of 2020, with architecture and design from award-winning studios such as Universal Design Studio and Goddard Littlefair, Villa Copenhagen has officially opened its doors. Housed in the century-old Danish Post…
read moreHow hotels can shelter wellbeing with cleaner air With hospitality re-emerging in England, hotels would’ve spent the last few weeks closely reviewing and creating Covid-19 policies so that hygiene and wellbeing are a top priority. Victor Kristoffersson, Business Development Manager EMEA at Swedish air purifier brand Blueair, explains the wellbeing benefits of clean air… Due to restrictions on travel we…
read moreLusso Stone: achieving luxury status in surface design Renowned for designing and creating bespoke, luxury bathroom spaces, Lusso Stone’s talented designers can offer a truly unique service designed to your exact specifications… Whether clients are looking to develop their own ideas or undertake a modification to an existing bathroom product, the team at Lusso Stone will work with customers every…
read moreThe sleep brand that has provided quality solutions for decades Silentnight Group is the home of the most trusted sleep brands in the bed industry, including Silentnight, the UK’s leading sleep brand and Sealy, the largest bed brand in the world. Sales Director David Lawernson explains more… We, Silentnight Group, have been providing quality sleep solutions for the hospitality market…
read moreBurlington is the leader in traditional bathroom design in the UK. Its extensive range of products solve all your design challenges and provide a complete and all-encompassing bathroom solution. Image credit: Burlington The time-honoured design of Burlington bathrooms pays homage to Britain’s history of leading the way in bathroom design and performance. Combining the traditional designs from the late 1800s…
read moreFEATURE: How ‘hometels’ and long-term stays will thrive The extended stay portion of the lodging business continues to see strong demand. But are extended stay brands doing enough to keep up with travellers’ evolving tastes and needs? Editor Hamish Kilburn speaks to Sam Ghosh, Vice President at STAY… A few weeks ago, during Hotel Designs LIVE, former presenter of The…
read moreMeet the team behind hotel design community, Design Equals With a unique model based on bringing a network of creatives together, Design Equals is a community transforming hotel interiors. BAHA in The Lake District is just one of many examples… Founder Katie McCarthy has an extensive career history including a long stint as Interior Design Director at The Resort Group.…
read moreFurniture Product Watch: DIVINITAS by DOMINGO SALOTTI DIVINITAS is the latest luxury collection of upholstered furniture and accessories launched by DOMINGO SALOTTI. To celebrate soft furnishings and fabrics being under the spotlight this month, Hotel Designs learns more… The idea was to create a collection of the upholstered furniture that would add layers of elegance, comfort, and character to our homes.…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Mother of Pearl decorative panels by Siminetti Siminetti’s Mother of Pearl decorative panels have been described as the next generation in Mother of Pearl surface finishes… The ‘Imperial Whisper’ decorative panels, which are handcrafted by Siminetti’s team of artisans, capture the stunning natural beauty of Mother of Pearl that has, for centuries, been associated with luxury, sophistication and…
read moreWellness is boundless with Rainfinity by hansgrohe The bold innovative qualities of Rainfinity by Hansgrohe have taken wellness in the bathroom up a notch to not just meet but exceed the expectations of modern travellers, argues editor Hamish Kilburn… Since 1901, leading luxury bathroom manufacturer hansgrohe, has continuously pushed the boundaries of bathroom design and manufacturing to create products that…
read moreInside IHG’s debut Hotel Indigo property in Cyprus The 40-key Hotel Indigo Larnaca marks IHG Hotels & Resorts first Hotel Indigo and the second IHG property in Cyprus… Days after announcing its arrival in Verona, IHG Hotels & Resorts opens Hotel Indigo Larnaca, which is the first and only Hotel Indigo in Cyprus. Each of the hotel’s 40 guestrooms are…
read moreBvlgari Hotels & Resorts to open debut property in Rome Bvlgari Hotel Roma, which is slated to open in 2022, will occupy a magnificent building in the heart of the Campo Marzio neighbourhood, a stone’s throw from the iconic Spanish Steps and the signature Bvlgari flagship on Via Condotti… Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts has announced that it will open its…
read moreIf you have ever wondered where architects source those dramatic fireplaces and stoves, look no further, Focus is the go-to design manufacturer for these outstanding statement, fires. Image credit: Focus The Focus collection includes suspended ceiling, wall, built-in, pivoting or fixed and outdoor fireplaces which look equally at home in a broad range of spaces from hotels and spas, to balconies…
read moreEditor Checks In: Celebrating ‘Hollywood’s Architect’ Having followed a month of tempestuous headlines, editor Hamish Kilburn has come to the stark realisation that more education is needed in order to project equality in the global architecture and design arena… I sat alone peering over London’s Leicester Square from a unique vantage point at a swanky rooftop bar. Glancing down, I…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Boost Pro, the new collection from Atlas Concorde The new Boost Pro collection from Atlas Concorde is designed with urban chic spaces in mind… In line with the latest trends in contemporary living with an urban chic style, Atlas Concorde presents Boost Pro, a collection of porcelain floors tiles and white body wall tiles designed to decorate indoor…
read moreRosewood brand to arrive in Spain in 2021 as part of European expansion The iconic Hotel Villa Magna in Madrid is, in 2021, to become the first hotel in Spain to operate under Rosewood Hotels & Resorts… Following the group’s recent announcement to take over Le Guanahani in St. Barth, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has been selected by RLH Properties…
read moreInspired by Japanese design: ION by Woven Image Inspired by the intricate beauty of Japanese design, Woven Image’s ION is the latest edition to a series of tactile wall panel that Hotel Designs has got its hands on… Woven Image continues to innovate with the introduction of ION a beautiful embossed wall panel which is part of the Exquiste Evolution…
read moreOPINION: “Now is the time for your interiors to ‘WOW’ For anyone or any business about to reopen to the world, here’s Interefurb’s Gary Crosbie ‘hints and tips’ checklist on how to make your interiors sparkle post-pandemic… There have been some interesting and engaging articles on Linkedin and teleconferencing discussions about ‘out with the old, and in with the new’.…
read moreIN PICTURES: Sneak peek of Four Seasons Hotel Madrid Opening this September, after being on the drawing boards for nearly a decade, Four Seasons Hotel Madrid has been designed in collaboration between designers from BAMO, BG Architecture, Martin Brudnizki Design Studio, AvroKO and Luis Bustamante… After a seven-year reconceptualisation and meticulous restoration of a collection of seven historic buildings, the…
read moreWelltek is a London-based leading furniture company specialising in design that encourages wellbeing. Welltek has a curated a collection of smart, technology-driven products which are specifically aimed at promoting wellbeing whether that be in the workplace, commercial or hospitality sector. The vast majority of these offerings are from Finland; a country which has led the way in combining innovative design…
read moreLighting Case Study: Designing The Bristol The 65-key hotel The Bristol, designed by Earl Swensson Associates (ESa), has a unique lighting story that includes specified pendants and chandeliers by Hudson Valley Lighting Group… The Bristol was born in 2015 when a commercial office building with historical character was marked for demolition. The Charlestowne Hotels group acquired it, hiring ESa (Earl…
read moreRenovation revealed: Marriott Cancun collection reopens Following a recently completed interior design renovation project, The Marriott Cancun Collection (JW Marriott Cancun and Marriott Cancun) is reopening calming spaces to cater to modern travellers’ demands in the post-pandemic climate. Editor Hamish Kilburn gets a closer look inside… Only last week, I positioned Mexico’s region of Riviera Nayarit under our editorial spotlight…
read moreCASE STUDY: Breathing new life into a ruined monastery in Naples Kaldewei bathroom solutions perfectly blends a stylish mix of historical and modern styles inside this restored monastery in Naples, Italy… It took one year and two months and a handful of premium Kaldewei bathroom products to restore a ruined monastery in Naples into a stylish, modern residential abode. From…
read moreIN PICTURES: OKKO Hotels’ new design-led guestroom concept On July of 2019, in the heart of Paris, along the platform No. 2 at Gare de l’Est, OKKO Hotels unveiled its second generation guestroom concept, designed by Studio Catoir, which chose two models from the Ligne Roset Contract collection as testimonies of a strongly claimed design ambition… The concept of OKKO…
read moreCASE STUDY: Lighting The Hoxton Southwark A stone’s throw from the River Thames and London’s South Bank, the Hoxton Southwark opened its doors in September last year. The design team at Ennismore specified lighting products from Heathfield & Co to create a vibrant interior design scheme… Hoxton Southwark, which opened last year, became the eighth property in the brand’s series.…
read moreSignbox creates new social distancing signs and graphics for hotels The signage company Signbox has adapted its portfolio to include stylish social distancing signage and graphics for when the hospitality industry reopens… As many venues start to reopen their doors to their employees and guests in readiness for the ‘new normal’, Signbox, the award-winning signage designer and manufacturer, is helping…
read moreMonkey Island Estate opens private residences The six new private residences open at Monkey Island Estate in Bray amid post-pandemic luxury consumer demands expecting a surge of self-isolated escapes… YTL Hotels’ Monkey Island Estate, which Hotel Designs reviewed shortly after it opened last year, has unveiled six new private residences. Endearingly named to reflect their individual nature, the residences blend…
read moreINDUSTRY INSIGHT: The ‘anything is possible’ approach in interior design Timothy Oulton is a British designer who has mastered the ‘anything is possible’ approach greater than most when it comes to interior and product design. Hotel Designs gets comfortable in the Apollo to learn its secrets… Nothing epitomises the ‘anything is possible’ ethos that Timothy Oulton Studio is famous for…
read moreINDUSTRY INSIGHT: F&B Design changes post-pandemic Now that hospitality is beginning to open its doors once more, we asked Federico Schilling from Flair Studio to explore the challenges of designing F&B areas in the post-pandemic world… With restaurants and pubs in UK set to reopen before the end of June/beginning of July, there is still a great deal of uncertainty…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: A floor for tomorrow’s hotel Granorte’s Trendcollection makes the beauty, sustainability and performance of cork flooring accessible to today’s hotels. From traditional cork tiles right through to printed designs using the latest solid rigid core technology, it’s a formidable collection that brings cork right up to date… Nowhere is this better captured than in DESIGNTrend, a floor that…
read moreFEATURE: The benefits of bespoke when designing fitness areas In the post-pandemic world, hotel spas and fitness areas will need to work harder in their meaningful design schemes to meet modern travellers’ demands for safe and clean environments. The wellness designers at Gym Marine explain the benefits of designing bespoke… Fitness facilities within the hospitality sector are often stuck between…
read moreIN PICTURES: Italy’s Paragon 700 Boutique Hotel & Spa opens The sensitively designed 11-key boutique jewel has opened in the heart of Italy’s White City, Ostuni, Puglia… With Covid-19 stalling its inaugural opening, the team at Paragon 700 Boutique Hotel & Spa are finally able to officially open the doors. The elegantly restored red palace in the heart of Puglia’s White…
read moreDOMINGO SALOTTI is an Italian manufacturer of soft seating for both residential and commercial spaces. The company was created in 1973 when the three founders, craftsmen themselves (carpenters and upholsterers), decided to create their own line of high-quality sofas and armchairs for the home market. It took less than three years for their products to be distributed throughout Italy and…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: NOROCK – say goodbye to unstable tables! The NOROCK team has been mastering table stabilising technology for more than 25 years. Lindhurst Group’s Robert Walton explains… This isn’t an article about how to re-design a Restaurant or public space to cope with the latest guidelines regarding Covid 19, nor is it about how to attract customers back to…
read moreHow hotels are keeping sustainability front and centre To celebrate sustainability in practice, Hotel Designs asks Paisley Hansen to investigate what hotels are doing today in order to preserve tomorrow… Everyone strives to be as kind to the environment as they can and hotels are no exception. As a matter of fact, with the amount of traffic they receive, hotels…
read moreExploring what makes design unique through the rich theatre of life With ‘Finding your lane’ being a topic that Hotel Designs will explore in the first episode of DESIGNPOD, we asked Samantha Crockett, Director of Harris Jackson Interior Design Studio, what makes her design unique… Very recently an acquaintance of mine Jacqueline Goddard of Atticus Arts wrote an article for…
read moreHotel Designs LIVE: Technology’s role in tomorrow’s hotel with Jason Bradbury On June 23, Hotel Designs hosted its first ever virtual conference. To kickstart Hotel Designs LIVE, sponsored by Technological Innovations Group, editor Hamish Kilburn welcomed tech influencer and the former presenter of The Gadget Show Jason Bradbury to discuss technology’s role in tomorrow’s hotel… Following a warm welcome from…
read moreGTHD A GUIDE TO HOTEL DESIGN PT 47: THE QUEST FOR ORIGINALITY IN ART CONSULTANCY As an international art consultancy, Artelier specialises in curating art for luxury hospitality, residential, yacht and aviation projects. At a time when there is an inexhaustible supply of art online, Artelier explain why organic and thorough research is essential for offering originality in a hotel…
read moreRosewood Hotels & Resorts to manage Le Guanahani St. Barth The iconic Caribbean resort on St. Barth will reveal a comprehensive refurbishment under the Rosewood flag, which is expected to be completed and revealed in Spring 2021… Rosewood Hotels & Resorts will manage St. Barth’s renowned retreat, Le Guanahani, which is set to reopen in Spring 2021 following an extensive…
read moreDesigning bespoke feature lighting for public spaces (part 2) Following on from part one of Inspired By Design’s bespoke lighting series, the company’s Simon Shuck focuses part two on materials used to create one-off lighting pieces… In every type of project whether hospitality, residential or commercial and any space where there is a large ceiling void, a bespoke lighting feature…
read moreIn (Lockdown) Conversation With: Dean Winter, Managing Director, Swire Hotels Following his recent appointment as Managing Director of Swire Hotels, Dean Winter sits down (virtually) with editor Hamish Kilburn to explain the brand’s change of direction… Swire Hotels, which shelters luxury and lifestyle brands The House Collective and EAST, has recently announced a new Managing Director. Dean Winter, who first…
read moreFEATURE: The ever-growing importance of biophilic design While sustainability remains high-up on the agenda, and following editor Hamish Kilburn’s panel discussion at the Surface Design Show on biophilic materials in surface design, Nest explores the importance of bringing nature in… If there’s one thing we’ve noticed over the past few months, it’s been how much people have been connecting with…
read moreSPOTLIGHT ON: The role of landscape architecture in ‘glamping’ resorts A Glamping resort is usually sited within a picturesque location whether forest, beach, lake, mountain, botanical or even an urban rooftop with a primary focus of ‘back to nature’ experience. Bushtec Safari Asia explores landscape architecture… As a designer we have come across seven main landscape typologies (however there are…
read more“You can’t touch this” – handsfree sensor taps by GESSI Bathroom brand GESSI has injected hygienic and antibacterial electronic hi-tech technology into its taps to cater to evolving modern traveller demands… Inciso by David Rockwell, Rilievo by HBA, the gleaming steel of Gessi 316, Anello&Ingranaggio and Goccia, are all the latest multi-award winning creations from Gessi. The sophisticated minimalism of…
read moreHamilton Litestat to sponsor technology seminar at Hotel Designs LIVE As part of its ongoing support as a solutions provider to the hotel sector, Hamilton Litestat will sponsor Hotel Designs LIVE, a one-day virtual conference for the hotel industry, to be held on June 23, 2020… Hamilton Litestat will sponsor the technology seminar at Hotel Designs LIVE, which takes place…
read more5 Minutes With: F&B talk with Mark Bithrey, Founder & Creative Director, B3 Designers There is a serious question being put to the industry on whether public areas will ever be the same again. In an exclusive interview with Hotel Designs, Mark Bithrey, the Founder and Creative Director of B3 Designers sits down virtually with editor Hamish Kilburn to discuss…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Vegas lighting by MASIERO Italian artisanal manufacturer MASIERO has collaborated with industrial designer Marc Sadler to create a glamorous new contemporary yet classic lighting collection called Vegas… The Vegas collection by MASIERO is all about luxury and high-end design. The striking pieces are very in tune with the contemporary yet also emanates a timeless quality. As the name…
read moreThe Backhausen Bespoke Service – the fabrics dreams are made of The Backhausen Bespoke Service allows designers to explore a world of fabric possibilities. Hotel Designs explores… Backhausen, as highlighted in previous articles, is renowned for its luxurious fabrics which are immersed in heritage, craftsmanship and quality. Its dedication to innovation, individuality and exclusivity is represented by its venture into…
read moreGeberit launches premium flush plates for maximum design flexibility Bathroom supplier Geberit has launched a new selection of flush plate finishes, offering hotels an even wider choice for enhanced design flexibility in hotel washrooms… The new colourways of Geberits new flush plates will expand into four of its flush plate collections – the Sigma 21, Sigma 50, Sigma 20 and…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: ‘popham design’ by Casa Ceramica The idea for popham design was simple: to celebrate and maintain a traditional artisan craft, while updating it with modern patterns and colour combinations…. Founded in 2007 by Americans Caitlin and Samuel Dowe- Sandes, popham design is a design studio and bespoke tile workshop based in Marrakech, Morocco. The company designs and manufactures handmade…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Skopos’ luxe blackout velvet basecloth Introducing Sonno from Skopos… Skopos has almost 50 years’ experience of developing flame-retardant fabrics and soft furnishings for the contract market. Sonno velvet is a recent addition to the Skopos base-cloth offer for all of Skopos’ beautiful print designs and will be the base-cloth for the (soon to be launched) Palmyra print (pictured).…
read moreINDUSTRY INSIGHT: How to embrace the artisan revival With the modern consumer more aware than ever before when it comes to sustainability, and clients willing to broaden their imagination when it comes to signing off new materials and products that can stand the test of time, the era of artisan is having a moment. Felicity Randolph from Cheeky Chairs explains…
read moreLOCATION WATCH: Hot hotels opening soon in Riviera Nayarit, Mexico Ever since Hotel Designs started the concept-to-completion article series with SB Architects to cover the honest journey to design and build Conrad Punta Mita, Riviera Nayarit has been on our editorial team’s radar. Here editor Hamish Kilburn discovers which other hotels are opening in the area soon… Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit,…
read moreFEATURE: When architecture and lighting design collide Hotel Designs learns the story and latest lighting collection from Buster + Punch, a British home fashion label, founded in 2012 by Architect Massimo Buster Minale… It all started in a garage in East London, building custom motorbikes. Buster + Punch innovates with solid metals, to transform ordinary functional fittings into extraordinary interior…
read moreINDUSTRY INSIGHT: Getting ready to reopen your hotel To start the week with a positive mental attitude, Hotel Designs understands more about how The Fine Cotton Company is looking at the practical aspects to consider – beyond the lobby and public areas – when it comes to re-0pening hotels after the pandemic… It’s not a case of ‘if’, but ‘when’…
read moreCASE STUDY: How Page8 Hotel has made its air cleaner The ‘new normal’ in hospitality and hotel design will largely revolve and evolve from a demand for clean environments, which goes beyond wipe-clean surfaces, as Page8 Hotel has learned after installing Blueair purifiers… In a YouGov survey commissioned by leading air purification brand Blueair, it was found that there is…
read moreWhy luxury spa linens need a lighter touch to be sustainable With less than two weeks until it explores ‘wellness post-pandemic’ in Hotel Designs LIVE, Hotel Designs asks The Fine Cotton Company to explain what hoteliers and spa managers should consider when purchasing sustainable linens… When choosing linens for luxury hotel spas, there’s a lot more to consider than just…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: 8 new upholstery ranges from Edmund Bell Are you sitting comfortably? Hotel Designs takes a close look at Edmund Bell’s latest upholstery product launches… So far, 2020 has witnessed eight new upholstery ranges launched by Edmund Bell. But not one to rest on its laurels, the fabrics supplier has made sure that these are no ordinary upholstery ranges.…
read moreIn (Lockdown) Conversation With: Design legend Jean-Michel Gathy If the renders on the boards are anything to go by, Jean-Michel Gathy, who is widely considered as one of the industry’s finest, has embarked on one of his most ambitious hospitality projects to date, to design Amaala Island. Editor Hamish Kilburn learns more… There is not a hotel designer or architect…
read moreTIG becomes headline partner for Hotel Designs LIVE Technological Innovations Group (TIG) has been confirmed as the headline partner for Hotel Designs LIVE, which takes place on June 23… With less than two weeks until Hotel Designs goes live to the world on June 23 with its first ever virtual conference, TIG, which offers technology solutions from world-class brands such…
read moreHelping hotels heal: The service bringing re-opening advice directly to the door In the wake of editor Hamish Kilburn interviewing Katie McCarthy, the founder and design director of Design Equals, Hotel Designs asks the firm to explain more about its Design= in a box… In the absence of government guidance Design Equals, an agency network of creative experts for the…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: TIG launches Virtual Experience Space for smart spaces Technological Innovations Group (TIG) the EMEA sales agency offering integrated technology solutions for residential and commercial smart spaces… On the same day the company has been announced as headline partner of Hotel Designs LIVE, TIG has launched its Virtual Experience Space to showcase the impressive portfolio of AV, UC, IT…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Kaldewei Cayonoplan Multispace receives Red Dot Award The jury at the Red Dot Awards were “won over” by Kaldewei’s certified shower surface with integrated room for manoeuvre. Hotel Designs gets a closer look… It is not only bathroom professionals, architects and builders who are captivated by Kaldewei’s world-first for barrier-free mini bathrooms. At the Red Dot Award: Product…
read moreINDUSTRY INSIGHT: Art in hotels – an accessory or a necessity? As the industry prepares to makes its grand return, there’s a debate forming around art’s vital role in meaningful interior design in hospitality. Hotel Designs asks the consultants at Portobello Art to investigate… Art has always been present in hotels, but the role of art has evolved hugely over…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Sileather – a technical revolution in sustainable faux leather Robert Walton, Managing Director of The Lindhurst Group, explains a break through technology in faux leather. Sileather is a sustainable, durable solution in the post-pandemic hospitality arena… The Lindhurst Group has more than 50 years’ experience in identifying and finding solutions for issues experienced by operators in the hospitality…
read moreIHG to open InterContinental in Rome InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) announces the signing of a franchise agreement with Westmont Hospitality Group and funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, L.P., for a captivating property in the heart of Rome… As the industry prepares to rebuild following the destruction caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, and while hotel chains are predicted to announce…
read moreCASE STUDY: Designing modern interiors for Kahani KAI Interiors were approached by Michelin starred chef Peter Joseph to design his first solo venture restaurant, Kahani… Taking inspiration from the concept of sharing food and swapping stories, essences of Indian anecdotes and fables have been scattered around the restaurant, this led to the name ‘Kahani’ meaning stories in Hindi. Set in…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: The Mercury radiator The Mercury by Castrads represents one of the most flawlessly engineered cast iron radiator of our time. Darren Tothill, consultant from the brand, explains… The Mercury radiator range by Castrads is four years in the making. It’s been developed in house and inspired by automotive surface design, and is the perfect statement piece for contemporary…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Blueair Blue Pure 411 air purifier Compact, energy-efficient and decorated with awards, the Blueair Blue Pure 411 is the ideal air purifier for bedrooms, office spaces and travelling. Simply plug in on the go and breath clean air indoors, as Hotel Designs discovers… Indoor air pollution can be up to five times higher than outside so it’s important…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Horo by Masiero Taking cues from vintage style, Horo by Masiero is a striking new lighting collection featuring glass discs and brushed brass… The sun is an ancient and enduring source of inspiration. Tapping into this, the design for Horo took the depiction of the sun as a circle and related icons like the Sun god Ra as…
read moreWork begins on Hotel Brooklyn’s second property It is being described as the city’s new ‘lair’, Bespoke Hotels’ Hotel Brooklyn is slated to open in Leicester in 2022… Hotel Brooklyn is set to open its second design-led hotel in Leicester in summer 2022, following the successful launch of its Manchester sibling in February. Located beside the expanded Welford Road Stadium…
read moreVIRTUAL ROUNDTABLE: The role of UV lighting in hotel design With the industry’s attention focused towards possible solutions following the Covid-19 crisis, Hotel Designs, in collaboration with the human-centric lighting brand humanlumen, has brought together a handful of industry experts to discuss UV lighting’s role in the post-pandemic world. Editor Hamish Kilburn moderates… On the panel: Andrew Boydell, Director of…
read moreCASE STUDY: Sourcing outdoor furniture for the award-nominated Weston Opened to the public in March 2019, The Weston is a new visitor centre for the Eastern entrance of Yorkshire Sculpture Park. When designing it, Feilden Fowles specified timeless outdoor furniture from Nest Contracts… Nest Contracts, which is commonly referred to as a design destination, worked closely with the project architects…
read moreBIOGRAPHY FEATURE: A journey through tents Volumes could be written about the man who founded Exclusive Tents, as editor Hamish Kilburn comes to discover when understanding Paul Zway’s journey through tents… Paul Zway, the founder of Exclusive Tents, grew up surrounded by nature, and his passion for all things wild and free was as much a part of him as…
read moreBringing the outside in & reconnecting with nature To continue our time putting outdoor style under the editorial spotlight, Hotel Designs reconnects with Harris Jackson Design to learn more about how to bring nature in… In our last article we approached the issues facing hoteliers in the current climate of the COVID-10 pandemic. To follow on we would like to…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Woven Image plays with Plaid Originally released in 2013 with a range of patterns that celebrated classic design, Plaid has remained a popular and timeless choice for designers. Hotel Designs explores how it is has been integrated into Woven Image’s latest collection… As part of Woven Image’s latest product release, Plaid has been given a contemporary twist and…
read moreA new generation of luxury: Curating art for hotels As international art consultants, Artelier specialises in curating art for luxury hospitality, residential, yacht and aviation projects. Here, the brand explains how art curation is vast becoming the new luxury on the international hotel design scene… When travelling the world in pursuit of new experiences or as part of a sophisticated…
read moreCASE STUDY: Designing sleek bathrooms inside The Audo The Audo is a unique design hybrid which now marries elegant design with work, hospitality and community in one sophisticated setting. When designing the bathrooms, it called for Unidrain’s sharp and contemporary bathroom products… Unidrain is renowned for its work with leading architects and designers, whose imagination and insight enables them to…
read moreEditor Checks In: “And we’re going live in 3, 2, 1…” During the COVID–19 pandemic, the team at Hotel Designs have announced initiatives to help further create conversations like no other. It’s safe to say that the editorial team have been anything but taking it easy during lockdown, as editor Hamish Kilburn explains… I have come to the conclusion this…
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