Hotel Designs Hotel Designs5 minutes with: Interior designer Steve Esdaile With an ever-evolving, burning demand among modern travellers to check into spaces that ooze personality, design and art work in tandem, as editor Hamish Kilburn learns when he interviews interior designer Steve Esdaile when establishing art’s role in tomorrow’s hotel design… Esdaile Design is rapidly making a name for itself with interiors featuring…
read moreKEUCO Black adds an elegant touch in a modern bathroom When it comes to stylish modern furnishing, black surfaces and finishes catch the eye offer a luxurious appearance especially in the bathroom, explains bathroom brand KEUCO… If black is destined to be a key colour in your bathroom; KEUCO has an extensive range of products within their Black Concept collection.…
read more5 minutes with: Interior designer Saar Zafrir Amsterdam-based interior designer Saar Zafrir joins editor Hamish Kilburn to discuss his latest project to redesign The ReMIX Hotel in paris as well as his wider mission to ’boutique-ify’ large corporate hotels… 2012 was a pivotal year for Saar Zafrir, who changed lanes from a 12-year career in finance to take a year…
read moreIndustry insight: Why alfresco dining is the new normal Alfresco dining has become more important and popular than ever. See how hotels can tap into this to serve more customers in every season. Canopies UK explores… When bars and restaurants reopened their doors last July, people flocked to enjoy the summer sunshine in beer gardens and outdoor terraces. Alfresco dining…
read moreVirtually escape into the world of art in hotel design Are you swooning over staycations or dreaming of distant lands? We are all feeling the desire to escape from it all. Editor Hamish Kilburn catches up with Elegant Clutter’s creative director Harry Pass to find out how art in hotel design can be a wonderful way of elevating a sense…
read moreFranklite launches 15 new lighting product ranges With designers requesting for variety and choices, Franklite has introduced 15 new lighting ranges, each with its own variations within the brand’s new supplement… Over the last few months, following a busy 2020, the team at Franklite have been working tirelessly to design a range of products that are not only functional and…
read moreExclusive: Inside flagship hospitality development at Silverstone Bergman Interiors and Twelve Architects have teamed up with Escapade living, led by CEO Will Tindal, to design a new development at the iconic British racetrack, Silverstone. Here’s what we know… Award-winning design studio Bergman Interiors has been named the design firm that will bring to life a mixed-use development project at Silverstone in…
read moreVirtual roundtable: Stylish sustainability in wellness For our next magic trick – AKA virtual roundtable – we’ve invited industry experts to take on the topic of stylish sustainability in wellness. Editor Hamish Kilburn leads the discussion that is sponsored by GROHE, a bathroom brand that has put sustainability at the core of each and every decision for more than 20…
read moreCrete to welcome island’s first ever Hilton hotel This summer, Crete is set to welcome Royal Senses Resort Crete, Curio Collection by Hilton, one of the island’s few internationally branded properties… Crete is about to welcome its first Hilton hotel. The 179-key Royal Senses Resort Crete, Curio Collection will boast some of the best views on the island – Hilton…
read moreCase study: making style a priority in Hilton at Gatwick Putting the spotlight for a moment on style, lighting brand Franklite reveals how its products were used to created timeless design inside Hilton London Gatwick Airport… What factors do you consider when making a hotel reservation? Location? Route accessibility? Price? Whilst these are all important factors, equally important ones to…
read moreWeekly briefing: insane hotel concepts, sustainability answers & Ace arrivals Good afternoon and welcome to this Friday’s briefing, with me, editor Hamish Kilburn. In this round-up we take a look at the hottest hotel design stories that have been published over the last five days… It hasn’t been the easiest of starts to the year – today the UK hospitality…
read more“It’s groundbreaking”, UK Bathrooms puts the Crossbox Push to the test We’ve heard a lot of noise about the Crossbox Push shower unit in recent months, with its sharp design and innovative technology making it an ideal product to specify for the hospitality industry. But just how effective is it? We asked the experts at UK Bathrooms to put Crosswater’s…
read moreHottest hotel openings arriving in 2021 (Q3 & Q4) Dubbed ‘The Hot List’ by our readers, we start every year as mean to go on; with a positive mindset to get ahead of the curve to reveal what we believe will be the hottest hotel openings of 2021. Following on from part one, which was published last week, here are…
read moreYear in Review: Franklite reflects on its hero launches To conclude our Year in Review series, lighting brand Franklite throws it back to highlight the brand’s major launches of 2020… Franklite has played an exceptional role in various projects over the course of the year, ranging from luxury hotels to executive homes over the UK and providing a range of…
read moreMeet The Brit List Hoteliers of 2020 Each year, Hotel Designs unveils The Brit List, a publication that lists the top 25 designers, top 25 architects and top 25 hoteliers who are operating in Britain. Following the official unveiling of The List at this year’s virtual award ceremony, please meet The Brit List Hoteliers of 2020… For more than four years now, The…
read moreMeet The Brit List Designers of 2020 Each year, Hotel Designs unveils The Brit List, a publication that lists the top 25 designers, top 25 architects and top 25 hoteliers who are operating in Britain. Following the official unveiling of The List at this year’s virtual award ceremony, please meet The Brit List Designers of 2020… For more than four…
read moreCrosswater introduces range extension to Kai furniture A spacious and affordable storage solution for today’s bathrooms, Kai from Crosswater combines contemporary styling with everyday functionality, ensuring an affordable range of furniture units that will sit cohesively within interiors of all styles and sizes… From refreshing and sleek grey palettes to modern monochrome colour combinations, the three understated finishes will complement…
read moreBvlgari Hotels to open debut property in the US Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts has announced the agreement for a new hotel in Miami Beach, scheduled to open in 2024… The luxury hotel brand, Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts, is on a roll, following announced projects in Paris, to open in 2021, Moscow and Rome in 2022 and Tokyo in 2023. Its…
read moreMeliá Hotels International to open fourth hotel in Milan The 70-key five-star hotel, which will be sheltered inside one of the most recognisable buildings in Piazza Cordusio, will become Meliá Hotels International’s fourth property in Milan when it opens in 2023… Following the reopening of ME Dubai this week, Meliá Hotels International and Generali Real Estate have announced that they…
read moreProduct watch: sanitiser dispenser from KEUCO With hygiene hot on the agenda, bathrooms solution brand KEUCO has launched a stylish way to keep hands sanitised… Where the design of functional accessories is concerned KEUCO has set a new standard with its sanitiser dispensers. They have a number of new models; each one is suitable for different areas and locations depending…
read moreLifestyle brand Moxy to arrive in Dubai Just when we thought Dubai’s skyline couldn’t contain any more hotels, Marriott International drops the news that it will open a 320-key Moxy hotel in Dubai, which will mark the brand’s entrance into the Middle East… Slated to open in 2025, Moxy Downtown Dubai will rise within Dubai’s iconic downtown neighbourhood. The news…
read moreThe Dorchester, where style will always conquer over fashion The new challenge for traditional luxury hotels in London – aside from navigating the obvious pandemic – is confronting the demand for a new era of contemporary luxury hotels. Editor Hamish Kilburn checks in to one of Mayfair’s finest establishments, The Dorchester, to understand the power of style over fashion in…
read moreBathroom brand Aqualisa expands its brassware offering Hard on the heels of launching an extended brassware range – the warmly received Uptown collection – shower manufacturer Aqualisa has introduced two more ranges of brassware under the new Downtown and Central branding… All three ranges are a value for money option, that will support shower sales with a combined, style matched…
read moreUnlacquered brass finish added to Crosswater’s Belgravia collection Brand new for autumn 2020, Crosswater is delighted to introduce a stunning new finish to its beautifully timeless Belgravia collection… Perfect for adding an elegant finishing touch to bathrooms, the new ‘Unlacquered Brass’ finish offers a traditional look with a contemporary twist, and joins two existing finishes – Chrome and Nickel –…
read moreRosewood brand to arrive in Amsterdam in 2023 Rosewood Amsterdam will open in 2023 as the ‘ultra-luxury’ group’s 11th property in Europe and first soiree in the Netherlands… Following several development growth announcements, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has announced that it will open a property in 2023. The hotel group, which has recently announced entrance strategies in destinations such as…
read moreCase study: lighting Jesmond Dene House In a recent development of the public areas and bedrooms, Karen Walker Design created a series of design schemes focusing on complementary texture, pattern and colour. Here we explore Heathfield & Co’s role in lighting the spaces… Jesmond Dene House is an independent boutique hotel located on the outskirts of Newcastle upon Tyne city…
read moreProduct watch: Carioca by Granote brings colourful new meaning to walls Designed by famed Italian interior designer Marco Carini to bring a colourful new meaning to walls, Carioca is a striking cork tile concept from Granorte… Offering two extra-large formats (900 x 150mm and 900 x 300mm), Carioca is a range of bold colour infused cork tiles that can be…
read moreProduct watch: The Coastal Collection by Timage Hotel Designs takes a closer look at the the bulkhead lights in the Coastal Collection by Timage… It may be no surprise to hear that the classic Timage range of bulkhead lights has been on the scene for decades. The brand has an enduring appeal and has been a dependable fitting across many…
read moreWeekly briefing: a London review, ‘fit’ design & the power of art Only got a minute? Our editorial team have compiled the top stories that they have published this week, including news on Moxy’s development, an exclusive review and our feature on the power of art… We appreciate you may not have time to read all the content that Hotel…
read moreTRENDING // bathroom tap trends emerging in 2020 According to UK Bathrooms, taps in a range of metallics and subtle brushed finishes are trending in the bathroom for 2020 and beyond… Gone are the days when your choice of tap colour was high shine chrome or high shine chrome. Taps with matt or brushed finishes are flooding into the most…
read moreCustom-made furniture for a bespoke world DOMINGO has been making upholstery since 1973, when three craftsmen friends decided to start their own company. Today their sofas, armchairs, banquettes showcase in hotels, restaurants, spas, cruise liners, yachts, and residences around the world… The three friends still go to work although they have now trained the second generation of upholsterers, making sure…
read moreBurlington injects art deco grandeur in new range As part of our editorial series exploring the wider context of Burlington’s Bespoke Collection, Hotel Designs understands more about the 1920s and ’30s, art-deco inspired pieces that the bathroom brand has launched to the market… Characterised by the unmistakable shapes and colours synonymous with the 1920s and 1930s style, the Art Deco range…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: hansgrohe expands its FinishPlus range New for 2020, hansgrohe expands its FinishPlus range to include on-trend Matt Black for an extended number of product lines… hansgrohe’s latest additions to the FinishPlus range of showerheads, basin and bath mixers, shower hoses and accessories, allows for a seamless and cohesive design aesthetic across the whole bathroom. Perfect for styling with…
read more#1 Sound design & guest wellbeing Hotel Designs LAB, powered by Arigami and published exclusively by Hotel Designs, is a series of thought-provoking articles developed to challenge the conventional hospitality landscape and, in the process, empower interior designers, architects, hoteliers, developers, technologists and hospitality brands with actionable design insights. In our first article of the series, Robyn Landau, Katherine Templar-Lewis,…
read moreIndustry insight: adapting public areas to the “new normal” Hotel Designs is on the hunt for stylish ways to adapt public areas. Reintroducing Adrenalina, the upholstery label by DOMINGO SALOTTI… The Adrenalina first made it onto Hotel Designs’ radar in 2018. The Sir-Pent was a functional, quirky and certainly different furniture option. Two years later, in a very different landscape,…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Crosswater introduces matt white finish to MPRO range After much anticipation, bathroom brand Crosswater has introduced a new matt white finish to its much-loved MPRO collection. Hotel Designs explores… The striking matt white colour joins the four existing finishes to continue the evolution of the iconic MPRO collection, which is as beautifully crafted as it is designed. The…
read moreHyatt announces plans for its debut hotel in Cyprus Grand Hyatt Limassol, set to open in Cyprus in 2025, will mark a significant milestone for Hyatt’s growth in Europe… Weeks after IHG announced its arrival on the island, Hyatt has also announced that the group has entered into a management agreement to open the first Hyatt hotel in Cyprus. With…
read moreIN PICTURES: inside Bellonias Villas, Santorini With Greece becoming a popular go-to destination post-lockdown, Hotel Designs explores the interior design story of Bellonias Villas in Santorini, created by Greek firms K Studio and Interni by Moda Bagno… Natural, simple elegance is at the heart of Bellonias Villas, which is made up of 26 beach suites scattered alongside the black volcanic Kamari…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: AXOR Edge, transcending boundaries in bathroom aesthetics 13 years after the first collection with French designer Jean-Marie Massaud, Hotel Designs speaks to the designer about AXOR Edge; a striking symbiosis of geometrical form and precision manufacturing… Using a new ultra-precise manufacturing process ordinarily reserved for diamond milling and space construction, the collection still transcends boundaries in aesthetics and…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Crosswater’s Carbon Black Finish (MPRO Industrial collection) Bring a strikingly dramatic, on-trend finish to the bathroom this year with Crosswater’s brand new addition to its aspirational MPRO Industrial collection: Carbon Black… Featuring an elegant and time-proven design, seen in a number of lifestyle and luxury hotels, the stunning carbon black finish in the MPRO Industrial range by Crosswater…
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 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 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 moreUSM introduces its first online shop to the UK For the first time, customers in the UK will be able to order furniture directly from the USM website… A carefully curated selection of beautiful pieces from USM, such as credenzas and bedside tables, can now be ordered in the UK and delivered directly in just three weeks. USM Haller celebrates…
read moreHotel Indigo arrives in Verona The 62-key property has stood as one of the most prestigious hotels in Verona for years, and was reopened following an exciting redesign under the Hotel Indigo brand… IHG’s Hotel Indigo brand currently has 119 properties open globally, and a further 104 in the pipeline. It’s latest unveiling, following a tense lockdown period for the…
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 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: Bisque’s Optic bathroom towel warmer Iconic British design firm, Bisque (part of the wider Zehnder Group) has added a new radiator to its already extensive range of bathroom products… The Bisque Optic towel warmer by Bisque is now available in its flagship store in Islington and across the UK through Bisque’s network of dealers. The square-tubed towel radiator…
read more“Hygiene is a top priority for bathroom designers”, says GROHE The bathroom manufacturer GROHE tells Hotel Designs that a new approach to the topic of hygiene will significantly change the work of architects in the future… Bathroom supplier GROHE has reported unprecedented demand for hygienic touchless taps in the wake of the coronavirus COVID–19 crisis. At a time when the…
read moreIn (Lockdown) Conversation With: Robert Whitfield, GM of The Dorchester With the UK hospitality industry drastically adjusting its strategy during lockdown, Hotel Designs takes the opportunity to re-connect with one of the world’s most prestigious hotel brands, Dorchester Collection. Editor Hamish Kilburn speaks to Robert Whitfield, the brand’s Regional Director (UK) & General Manager of The Dorchester… For centuries, Mayfair’s leafy Park…
read moreThe design challenge keeping creativity flowing during lockdown Parkside Architectural Tiles has launched a lockdown challenge, asking designers to create innovative tile designs… We have all seen – and probably have been nominated to take part in –the various challenges that are currently doing the rounds on social media. From the 5K Challenge to the Hospitality for Heroes Campaign, each…
read moreINDUSTRY INSIGHT: Oh, how the check-in desk has changed Today’s lobby, as well as its check-in desk, has to be a multi-functional area in order to live up to modern travellers’ demands. Hotel Designs asks USM Modular Furniture how its latest commercial desk system is suitable for tomorrow’s modern hotels… A lobby is one of the first thing that guests…
read moreDuravit presents world exclusive “c-shaped” technology Bathroom manufacturer Duravit has unveiled its new patent-pending c- shaped technology… The brand-new c-shaped technology from Duravit has been created as an extension of the Happy D.2 Plus series by sieger design. This evolution of the patented c-bonded process guarantees that the ceramic washbasin and furniture run in perfectly parallel lines with no overhang…
read moreROCA launches Everlux brassware finishes Roca’s new Everlux brassware finishes are a PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) coating, which has excellent durability as well as being resistant to scratches and impacts… Brassware is experiencing a revolution in terms of colour and Roca has introduced innovative new Everlux finishes in a variety of colours to complement its existing product offering. The sophisticated…
read moreTaylor’s Classics unveils new furniture for 2020 Contract furniture company Taylor’s Classics has launched a number of new chairs into its Modern seating collection… Recommended Supplier Taylor’s Classics has launched a number of new chairs into its Modern Seating collection. New products include Benchairs 700 armchair (Benchairs collection), Sunburst dining chair (available in two different options: Straight leg and turned…
read moreCole and Son unveils Seville wallpaper collection The wallpaper company Cole and Son’s latest collection was inspired by the plethora of cultural fusions of Seville, the Andalusian capital… From the breath-taking blend of Mudéjar architecture and art, fragrant flora and diverse fauna, to the percussive strumming of guitarists accompanying passion-filled flamenco dancers resounding through the vibrant city, emerges Cole &…
read moreTREND ALERT: Mixing & matching materials in the bathroom After years of neutral colour palettes dominating bathroom interiors, Crosswater has identified the aesthetic benefits of mixing and matching materials… Fast becoming hugely popular on the interior design scene, mixing and matching materials can create a striking and personal touch to bathrooms of all styles. One company that has identified the…
read moreINDUSTRY INSIGHT: Sensitively lighting the bathroom The lighting experts at Vaughan talk us through how the brand successfully lit the bathrooms in prestige projects such as Gleneagles, The Ned and St. Ermins… Lighting brand Vaughan was one of the first companies to provide bathroom lighting that was both functional and refined when they began designing lights for this purpose more…
read moreRuby Hotels to open second Swiss hotel The 220-key hotel, which is yet to be named, will bring the Ruby Hotels brand’s ‘Lean Luxury’ philosophy to a central Geneva location… In the wake of the brand’s loud debut in London with the opening of Ruby Lucy, Ruby Hotels will launch its second Swiss property in early 2022 in Geneva. The new…
read moreElevating the bathroom experience with decorative wiring accessories You’ve thought of every detail to ensure a guest’s stay is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible… almost! In the bathroom, decorative wiring accessories are often an after-thought. There are a vast range of options on the market that can add the finishing touch to a design scheme, while smart controls ensure…
read moreBathroom brand AQATA launches debut ‘Look Book’ When looking for bathroom inspiration, AQATA believes that its very first Look Book is the ideal solution… AQATA’s first ever Look Book highlights all its latest, most-popular bathroom products; including a fabulously curvaceous collection of shower screens, walk in shower enclosures, shower panels, sliding doors and coloured finishes. The Look Book acts as…
read moreSNEAK PEEK: Inside Mama Shelter’s soon-to-open Luxembourg hotel Mama Shelter is expected to bringing its playful hotel brand to Luxembourg in May of this year. Before the wild opening, Hotel Designs got a sneak peek inside… Hot off the heels of opening another hotel in Paris, Mama Shelter is expected to touchdown in Luxembourg this May, opening the brand’s 13th…
read moreCorinthia Hotels announces debut hotel in Doha Corinthia Hotels has signed an agreement to manage and operate a luxury Corinthia hotel in Doha to be built in the Gewan Island development… As the final preparations are underway for Corinthia Hotel’s entrance into the Middle East, with the opening of Corinthia Dubai around the corner, the hotel group has just signed…
read moreMEET UP North confirms Manchester venue Hotel Designs’ MEET UP North will take place on July 6 at Stock Exchange Hotel in Manchester… In hot pursuit of the exclusive March-only Early Bird promotion launch for all of Hotel Designs’ MEET UP networking events, MEET UP North has announced that it will take place this year in Stock Exchange Hotel in…
read moreBiophilic design highlights of Surface Design Show 2020 More than 170 exhibitors showcased the latest in surface design, with nearly 5,000 architects, designers and specifiers visiting Business Design Centre over the packed 2 ½ days of Surface Design Show 2020… Surface Design Show 2020, which took place at London’s Business Design Centre from the February 11 – 13, sheltered more…
read moreBoutique bolthole brand days from opening second London hotel Pioneering hospitality brand, Locke, is to open its second boutique hotel in the capital next month, which is located on the Thames at London’s Millennium Bridge… The 113-key Locke at Broken Wharf is expected to open next month, and it has set the scene for two more London openings in Bermondsey…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Grohe’s latest sustainable shower head The sustainable Rainshower 310 Mono headshower from GROHE is compatible with multiple shower systems… Products with eco-friendly credentials are very likely to be high on the priority list of many bathroom projects for 2020. Proving that water-saving showers can still deliver a premium performance, GROHE’s new Rainshower 310 Mono head shower offers an…
read moreIn conversation with: Pierre Yovanovitch, interior design’s answer to haute couture With his latest project Hotel Le Coucou in the French Alps as an apt backdrop, Wallpaper*’s Designer of the Year Pierre Yovanovitch joins editor Hamish Kilburn to discuss milestones, new directions and his signature couture approach to interior design… In my official review of Hotel Le Coucou, I mention…
read moreTREND ALERT: Matt black for the modern bathroom Inspired by the recent resurgence of rich, dark colour palettes within interior design, Crosswater has challenged the traditional trend of bathroom fittings with its wide offering of stunning matt black products… Dark bathrooms with a confident approach to colour are back on trend after an extended period of whites and neutrals, and…
read moreBathroom collaboration goals: AQATA and Roccia Tiles The UK’s leading manufacturer of luxury shower screens and enclosures AQATA recently collaborated with Roccia Tiles on an exciting new bathroom project… The brief for AQATA and Roccia Tiles was to create a large walk in steam enclosure that was light, airy and used stone tiles and flooring which added warmth to the…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Gessi’s sophisticated Anello faucets Gessi describes the new faucets as: “the poetry for a form that symbolises a promise…” The Anello collection by Gessi speaks of harmony, love and fidelity. The design concept was, in fact, inspired by the form of a circle, a ring, that symbolises perfection, infinity, eternity. Not only refined design, love for details, harmony…
read moreSheraton brand “reinvents experience and design” with new guestrooms Sheraton Phoenix Downtown has completed a renovation of 1,000+ guestrooms, which feature the brands reinvented experience and design… Evoking a timeless comfort that welcomes guests into a light and bright room, the new guestrooms inside Sheraton Phoenix Downtown feature soft finishes and warm wood tones. The well-lit rooms are accented with…
read moreProperty group JAHAMA unveils plans for debut hotel JAHAMA Group has received pre-planning consent from South Lanarkshire Council for a full-service 100-bedroom facility in Clydebridge on the outskirts of East Glasgow… International property and investment business JAHAMA Group has announced plans to develop its first hotel. Investment in hospitality facilities is part of JAHAMA’s wider strategy to develop surplus land…
read moreThe Brit List Hoteliers of 2019 (Part two) This December, Hotel Designs has profiled the individuals who made it into The Brit List 2019. We conclude by referencing part two of The Brit List Hoteliers of 2019 (in alphabetical order)… The Brit List 2019 is Hotel Designs’ annual nationwide search to identify the top 25 designers, top 25 architects and top 25 hoteliers…
read moreFive-star Le Coucou opens in Méribel, France Renowned architect Pierre Yovanovitch completes Hotel Le Coucou, which is located on the slopes within the premium ski destination of Meribel in the French Alps… Maisons Pariente, a new luxury collection of boutique, five-star hotels across France, has announced the official opening of its third property in 2019. Le Coucou in Muriel is a 55-suite luxury…
read moreMarriott International to open 30 luxury hotels in 2020 Marriott International’s 2020 strategy will see the unveil of luxury hotels in design and travel hotspots, including Tokyo, Mexico City, Reykjavik and Melbourne… Matching the group’s 2019 aims, Marriott International has announced its projection to open more than 30 luxury properties in 2020. The hotel group’s 30 new openings will evolve from the…
read more25Hours Hotel Paper Island in Denmark to open in 2024 The hotel will become 25hours’ second property in Copenhagen, following the brand’s announcement to debut the brand into the region earlier this year… Following the first 25hours hotel in Copenhagen was announced in February 2019, the hotel brand has announced a second hotel to debut in Copenhagen. The 128-key Hotel…
read moreDuravit’s tap fittings – from the washbasin to the bathtub Four different sizes make the C.1 tap fittings from Duravit compatible with any washing area, from a small handrinse basin through to a generously proportioned above-counter basin… Selecting the correct tap for a bathroom can both enhance the overall aesthetic and add an additional design statement. Whether for the washbasin,…
read moreDesigner Anna Busta unveils newly refurbished Oceana in Santa Monica Following a nearly $30 million transformation, the newly reopened all-suite Oceana now delivers a rare private residential experience in Santa Monica’s most coveted neighbourhood… Interior designer Anna Busta, of Busta Studio in NYC, has completed a project to renovated Oceana to become a peaceful and private luxury escape in Santa Monica,…
read moreNew hotel opens to put Germany’s answer to the Hamptons firmly on the map Holistic architect and designer Yasmine Mahmoudieh has injected new life into a building in Usedom, Germany, by completing the restored Strandhotel Atlantic & Villa Meeresstrand. Editor Hamish Kilburn writes… Germany is not known for its islands, nor is it famous for its sugar-white sandy beaches. However, on the…
read moreBehind Crosswater’s colourful AW/19 message As the headline partner for The Brit List Awards 2019, Crosswater has a pretty UNIQUE message when it comes to colour in the bathroom… Bathroom manufacturer Crosswater’s high-quality signature finishes and textures enable hotels to express their own brand through their bathroom designs. Combined with lighting and interior design elements, each bathroom can be created…
read moreCASE STUDY: How YOTEL utilised space in design and hospitality In the wake of a plethora of announcements regarding hotel openings to expand the YOTEL portfolio, editor Hamish Kilburn sat down with the hotel brand’s CEO, Hurbert Viriot, to understand more about the company’s ethos and methods to grow… It’s safe to say that the international hotel design and hospitality…
read moreDuravit wins five Iconic Awards in the “Innovative Architecture” category Visionary architecture, forward-looking products and sustainable communication: this year the Iconic Awards, the international design and architecture competition, awarded Duravit with five awards in the ‘Innovative Architecture’ category… Duravit walked away from the Iconic Awards with wins for both new and enhanced product lines as well as its booth concept at…
read moreIn Conversation With: Andrew Sadler from CTD Architectural Tiles Editor Hamish Kilburns sits down with the Andrew Sadler, CTD Architectural Tiles specifications sector manager, to discuss how the industrial trend in surfaces is evolving, sustainable wall covering solutions and how tech is driving a new age in tile design… 2019 is proving to be a pivotal year for surfaces. While trends are…
read moreSt. Regis Hotels debuts on the Grand Canal in Venice The 169-key St. Regis Venice has opened following a two-year, full-scale renovation on the building with the interior design project led by London-based interior design studio Sagrada… St. Regis Hotels & Resorts has announced the debut of The St. Regis Venice, which is located steps away from Piazza San Marco and boasting…
read moreTHROWBACK: Duravit looks back on 2019’s top bathroom trends As we hurtle into Q4 of 2019, Bathroom manufacturer Duravit is taking a look back at some of this year’s top bathroom trends that are still holding strong. From organic shapes to matte finishes, these are the looks to add a high-end touch to any designer bathroom into the coming season and…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Armani and Roca launch Baia Collection With the new Baia collection, Giorgio Armani once again shows his commitment to promoting comfort and wellbeing, expressing his vision of the bathroom environment through a combination of elements that allow maximum flexibility and adaptability… Particular attention has been paid to the ergonomics of each piece in the new collection by Roca…
read moreWinner at The Brit List 2018, Robin Sheppard, given Lifetime Achievement Award Bespoke Hotels Chairman, who was last year’s winner of the Outstanding Contribution to the Hospitality Award at The Brit List 2018, has been honoured at 2019 AA Hospitality Awards… Bespoke Hotels’ Chairman, Robin Sheppard, has been honoured with the Lifetime Achievement accolade at the 2019 AA Hospitality Awards.…
read moreHotel bathroom trends that guarantee to make a statement Ahead of London Design Festival 2019, bathroom manufacturer Crosswater identifies some of the major emerging design trends in international hotel bathrooms… Hospitality is one of the biggest industries in the world as well as being one of the most important branches of commercial design. Acting as a fundamental factor, hotel décor can…
read moreCrosswater brings bold design to today’s modern bathroom This season, Crosswater dares designers to be brave in the bathroom. With one of the widest ranges of finishes across its portfolio of brassware, furniture, ceramics, shower enclosures and accessories, the bathroom manufacturer, which is also the confirmed headline partner for The Brit List Awards 2019, presents a bold collection of products…
read moreCitizenM has announced fourth arrival in London Global hotel group, citizenM, announces the acquisition of a Victoria property for its fourth London hotel, opening in 2021… citizenM has announced that construction will commence in May 2020 for a new hotel in London, following the demolition of the existing Denison House. The 226-room hotel, designed by concrete with architecture by ICA,…
read moreFranklite is the only UK company that is equipped to offer complete photometric files – and here’s why Franklite, which believes it has the product to fit any lighting requirement, also one of the very few decorative and soft commercial lighting companies that has their own photometer and spectrometer and the only UK company which owns a Rigo 801-1500 near-field…
read morePhillippe Starck unveils new vanity and mirror line with Duravit Duravit is continuing to embrace the hospitality market with its latest introduction: Cape Cod Guest, designed by longtime partner Philippe Starck… A new bathroom line by Duravit and Philippe Starck has launched, unveiling brand-new, compact designs that claim to accommodate any bathroom, particularly with hospitality and commercial spaces in mind. Cape…
read morePRODUCT WATCH: Criterion from Chelsom Criterion from Chelsom is one of the signature ranges from the lighting company’s latest collection, Edition 26… Last year, Chelsom presented to the world, Edition 26, an innovate range of elegant contemporary fittings with timeless appeal that would be an impressive addition to a wide variety of interior schemes. Among the products launched was Criterion, a…
read moreLondon to welcome ‘private members’ club’ hotel in 2020 Slated to open in Q1 of 2020, The Guardsman is a purpose-built luxury London boutique hotel that is expected to offer the atmosphere, discretion and personal service usually associated with a private members’ club… Presenting guests with what is being described as “a true home away from home experience”, the 53-key…
read moreA legend reborn: Raffles Singapore reopens Raffles Singapore has announced its highly anticipated reopening. With interiors by the acclaimed Alexandra Champalimaud, the hotel’s sensitive design heralds an exciting new chapter in the iconic property’s rich history and heritage… The infamous Raffles Singapore is now open, following the iconic hotel’s careful and sensitive three-phased restoration, which first began in February 2017.…
read moreAB Concept unveils ‘futuristic luxury’ hotel ‘Futuristic Luxury’ defines the AB Concept-designed interiors at Laguna Baycourt Club Hotel & Spa Resort… Ed Ng and Terence Ngan, Founders of international design studio AB Concept, have collaborated on Laguna Baycourt Club Hotel & Spa Resort in Gamagori, with Japanese designers Tanseisha Co., Ltd. and Yasui Architects & Engineers, Inc., to create the interiors…
read moreEccleston Square Hotel unveils major tech upgrade Known widely for being one of the most technologically advanced luxury boutique hotels in the world, Eccleston Square Hotel London becomes even smarter following its recent tech renovation… Eccleston Square Hotel London, which was the setting for a unique Hotel Designs hotel review carried out by tech expert Jason Bradbury, has unveiled its…
read moreWaldorf Astoria arrives in Dubai’s Financial Centre Waldorf Astoria expands presence in the Middle East with the opening of Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre, treating guests to a unique check-in experience from the 18th floor as well as sky-high dining and wellness facilities… With the aim to bridge the world together, with a French Riviera-style rooftop bar and pool…
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