Hotel Designs Hotel DesignsTo be woken in a five star hotel at an ungodly hour in the morning is unacceptable. When an hotel hasn’t the wit to organise its bottle recycling collection at a time after breakfast one wonders whether the management has any idea of how quiet their
read moreIn an hotel world where standards are rising and where innovation is a constant, for a brand managing the brand identity is key to survival and financial success. For an individual hotelier then creating stylish and efficient interiors is a competitive
read moreSome years ago the UK’s Design Council summoned a number of the Principals from the largest interiors practices then extant to a meeting in the Council offices. There the practice leaders were subjected to a harangue on the need for them to address
read moreThrowbacking it back to the ’70s, one design firm believes that neon and avocado bathrooms are coming back… Following this year’s London Design Festival (LDF), which saw a rise in bathroom colour with the launch of a new collection by Laufen, architecture and interior design firm Boundary Space has gone further to propose neon and avocado may soon be colour trends in the modern hotel…
read moreMy grandparents on both sides of my family were farmers. It was drummed into me at an early age that money was earned and that the way to earn it was to work hard. It was also drummed into me that ‘the labourer is worthy of his hire’ and that you ‘don’t get owt for nowt’
read moreThis is the first in an intended series guiding the layman through what a hotel designer is, the different sorts of designers, and how to manage the design process. It will include section on the different areas of the hotel and suggest criteria for their design.
read moreFollowing record occupancy numbers, an Edinburgh hotel has significantly expanded to become the largest independent hotel in the city. Ten Hill Place Hotel, BW Premier Collection, in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, has increased its number of rooms by nearly 70 per cent to take its total offering to 129 rooms, making it now the city’s largest independent hotel.…
read moreThe announcement comes as Hilton Hotels opens ‘legend hotel’ Lagos Airport, Curio Collection by Hilton… As it continues to grow its presence in Africa by introducing new brands and entering new countries, Hilton has announced it is on track to more than double in size in the next five years with the opening of Legend Hotel Lagos Airport, Curio Collection by Hilton…
read moreCommercial property specialists Savoy Stewart predicts the rise in UK hotel development between now and 2021… As the industry gears up to this year’s Brit List, which will recognise and celebrate Britain’s best interior designs, hoteliers and architects, a report by commercial property specialist Savoy Stewart suggests that the UK will remain an international hotel design hub as figures suggest major…
read moreThis year’s Brit List has officially announced the 2018 long list as it heads towards the final straight to finding Britain’s top interior designers, hoteliers and architects… Hotel Designs has announced the long-listed interior designers, hoteliers and architects that are all in with a chance of making it into The Brit List 2018. The long-listed finalists will be invited to BEAT London on November 22 when The Brit List 2018 will…
read moreShower expert and Hotel Designs Recommended Supplier GROHE unveils its first ever shower tray collection… Whether it’s a new build or a bathroom renovation project, the demand for luxurious, ergonomic and modern spa bathrooms continues to increase. Therefore, contemporary solutions not only provide comfort and excellent performance that lasts for decades, but in many cases a visual enhancement too. With…
read moreArt consultancy company ARTIQ has announced this year’s shortlist for Graduate Art Prize, announcing the largest ever prize for the winner… The shortlist for The Graduate Art Prize 2018 has just been announced and public voting is now open. ARTIQ is delighted to announce that this year The Graduate Art Prize features its largest-ever prize for the winner, thanks to…
read moreThe now award-winning product is a configurable luminaire system which unites timeless styling and classic form with state-of-the-art LED function… Stormbell by LAMP has been named the winner of the Decorative/Pendant category in Architectural SSL’s eighth annual Product Innovation Awards (PIA). The judges noted Stormbell presents a “simple and elegant design for a pendant-mounted downlight” when making their selection. Each product entry was evaluated…
read moreFrom designing celeb hot spots in London to creating award-winning contract furniture collections, Rock Galpin is a fountain of knowledge when it comes to cutting-edge product design, interiors and understanding the trends as editor of Hotel Designs Hamish Kilburn learns after meeting the designer at London Design Festival… It was at the beginning of London Design Festival (LDF), at an after-party in…
read moreFollowing a busy London Design Festival, editor of Hotel Designs Hamish Kilburn breaks down this week’s major conversations… A storm was brewing last week as more than 450,000 designers, architects and creatives from around the world descended onto the Capital to learn about the latest products, trends and discussions. As UK continues to be seen as a major international design…
read morePURO’s new flagship hotel in Kraków has been designed by the award-winning studio Conran and Partners with a strong ‘Bohemian Modern’ theme… Hotel group Puro Hotels has opened its new flagship hotel in Kraków, which is where the brand launched in 2011 with the aim to change the landscape of hotel design in Europe. The 228-key hotel – which occupies a corner site…
read moreRecommended Supplier Mitre Linen aims to celebrate the key role room attendants play in any hotel experience… The shortlist for the UK’s inaugural Room Attendant of the Year Awards was announced today, with six exceptional finalists selected based upon their impeccable room standards and outstanding dedication to work. “Mitre Linen decided to launch and sponsor the Room Attendant of the…
read moreAs the 2018 Brit List award ceremony fast approaches, Hotel Designs caught up with last year’s winners in order to investigate just how important it is to recognise Britain’s best interior designers, hoteliers and architects… Last year, Hotel Designs brought you the inaugural Brit List, a nationwide search for the top 25 interior designers and top 25 hoteliers in Britain. The task…
read moreFollowing popular demand for residence-style accommodation, the luxury hotel in Vietnam, which originally opened in 2014, has now unveiled 89 apartments… The Reverie Saigon, which opened in late 2014 as Vietnam’s answer to luxury with its lavish interiors, has recently unveiled new apartments that are now sheltered within the five-star hotel. As demand surges for residential-style accommodations that come with…
read moreThe first glimpse of this year’s Sleep Sets for Sleep + Eat have been revealed… Sleep + Eat, which takes place at London’s Olympia on November 20 – 21, has unveiled a glimpse of this year’s highly anticipated Sleep Sets. Reflecting recognition of the role Sleep Set plays in moving the design conversation on, the participants are all leaders in their…
read moreEditor of Hotel Designs Hamish Kilburn joins Alexandra Champalimaud herself to take a closer look of the new London boutique hotel that is on everyone’s lips at the moment… Located in London’s more literary neighbourhood of Bloomsbury, The Academy Hotel, has revealed details of its million-pound interior design refurbishment. The hotel, which is part of YTL Hotels’ UK portfolio, has been designed…
read moreVitrA’s new tile collection has launched at Ceraie in Bologna, Italy… Known for its innovative ceramic surface solutions, VitrA has unveiled a series of new designs at specialist ceramic fair Cersaie in Bologna, Italy. Since exhibiting at London Design Festival’s designjunction, the company has Introduced two new colour schemes – ColorCode and Natural Stone – with the aim to strengthen VitrA’s ongoing research in textures and materials to…
read moreJust as it is in hotels itself, design plays an integral part in the Independent Hotel Show. Here we pick up three top design trends as identified by design partners, exhibitors and speakers at #IHS2018. Back to nature Over the years nature has played an important part in inspiring interior designers and as we move into the future, this will…
read moreJust as nit is in hotels itself, design plays an integral part in this year’s Independent Hotel Show. Ahead of the show, we have identified three design trends as highlighted by design partners, exhibitors and speakers at #IHS2018… As the Independent Hotel Show creeps nearer, we have identified three major themes that visitors should expect to see at this year’s event.…
read moreEditor of Hotel Designs Hamish Kilburn checks in to the only hotel in Bath that taps into the natural thermal springs of the city, designed by the one and only Alexandra Champalimaud… “First and foremost, the location is what really sets this project apart,” says Alexandra Champalimaud who, to me, looks far too composed and relaxed for two reasons as…
read moreHVS has released a new report on the hotel sector in the Hungarian city of Budapest, which highlights the strong recovery the city’s hotels have seen on the back of increased visitor numbers… A report published by HVS suggests that Budapest, with big name hotel groups planning to open over the next three years, is on the rise when it…
read moreAs combining materials seemed to be a major theme of this year’s London Design Festival, editor Hamish Kilburn went beyond the show to investigate how one furniture company decided to use an often forgotten material from the 20th century for its latest collection of contract seating… British design brand Deadgood launched a brand new collection of furniture at this year’s designjunction…
read moreAs the 16th edition of London Design Festival comes to a close, Hamish Kilburn shares the interior design moments, trends and discussions that made London’s design scene roar once more… Ten design districts, nine days, eight talks, seven parties, six after parties, five exhibitions, four hours sleep between each day, three fabulous media partners, two tired legs and ONE city. This…
read moreBrintons and Timorous Beasties have won Designer Collaboration of the Year at the 2018 Wool Carpet & Rug Awards… Premium carpet manufacturer Brintons has been awarded Designer Collaboration of the Year at the 2018 Wool Carpet & Rug Awards for its Craigend collection with Timorous Beasties. The Craigend collection was launched in May at this year’s Clerkenwell Design Week and consists…
read moreThe Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas Hotel & Residences re-brands ahead of an extensive redesign slated to take place in 2019… Following its debut in South East Asia, Waldorf Astoria has opened a 389-guestroom hotel in Las Vegas. Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas Hotel & Residences brings a new spirit to The Strip, where graceful service meets modern luxury. Formerly Mandarin Oriental, the hotel…
read moreResearch and innovation were displayed at an exclusive press event to launch at London Design Festival in the new museum-like installation signed by L+R Palomba for Kartell by Laufen… Kartell by Laufen is proud to take part in London Design Festival, which returns for the 16th year in 2018 with the aim of celebrating and promoting the City as the…
read morePremium designer furniture brand KENT & LONDON, which opened its London showroom this week, has launched #WellMadeLDF18, a design challenge for members of the public and designers during London Design Festival… For the first time KENT & LONDON, a sharp designer furniture brand, has opened its doors during London Design Festival. The official launch on Tuesday evening welcomed press, international…
read moreBritish architecture and design giant Zaha Hadid Design unveils the new RE/Form carpet collection for Royal Thai during London Design Festival 2018.. RE/Form continues Royal Thai’s design-driven direction. The collection consists of 22 designs, inspired by four themes that feature prominently in Zaha Hadid’s work: striated lines, ribbonlike projections, pixelated landscapes and organic cellular shapes. Patterns within each grouping capture…
read moreEditor of Hotel Designs Hamish Kilburn will host ‘Power Hour’ at this year’s Independent Hotel Show next month on October 17 2018… As a proud media partner for the Independent Hotel Show, the editor of Hotel Designs, Hamish Kilburn, will lead a unique panel discussion, exploring how hotels can help better brand their business. The ‘power hour’ workshop named ‘Designs…
read more100% Design, of which Hotel Designs is a proud media partner of, has opened its very colourful doors to the public… As part of the nine-day London Design Festival, 100% Design has opened its doors unveiling this year’s theme to the eyes of the design world. Speaking at the exclusive press launch, Max Fraser, the content editor for the show…
read moreFour of the UK’s leading interior designers are behind this year’s main entrance concept for Decorex… What can you do with a blank canvas. Well, it seems quite a lot as four of the UK’s leading designers were asked to create this year’s Decorex entrance using only the theme of ‘Blank Canvas’ as a guide. Decorex this year invited its…
read moreThe new Four Seasons hotel, which has been designed by HKS Architects in partnership with Aflalo e Gasperini Arquitetos, will open this October… The clock is ticking ahead of the grand opening of Four Seasons Hotel São Paulo at Nações Unidas, as the hotel prepares to open on October 15, 2018. The all-new hotel is the vision of HKS Architects in partnership with Aflalo…
read moreVisiting London Design Festival this week. Here’s what to look out for… London Design Festival returns for the 16th year in 2018, celebrating 10 years at the V&A as the official Festival hub. London will be transformed with an inspiring programme of Landmark Projects, installations and events throughout the city from 15-23 September 2018. DECOREX (Hotel Designs is a proud…
read moreHotel Designs editor Hamish Kilburn breaks down this week’s top stories… Here we are again, just days away from London Design Festival and already the beady eyes of the design world are focusing their attention on Britain – as if their focus was ever elsewhere. In the week leading up to when London comes alive as it unveils more trends,…
read moreHard Rock Hotel London, which is slated to open in Spring 2019, partners with photographer to the stars Terry O’Neill and commissions Amy Winehouse art… Despite its opening not being unveiled until Spring next year, Hard Rock Hotel London is fast becoming London’s most anticipated opening in 2019 as it has now revealed a sneak peek of the specially commissioned that…
read moreTHE DEADLINE TO CLAIM YOUR EARLY BIRD TICKETS TO THE AWARDS CEREMONY OF THIS YEAR’S BRIT LIST IS SEPTEMBER 16, 2018… There is just three days left in order to claim your early bird tickets to this year’s Brit List, which will take place on November 22 at BEAT London. The Brit List ceremony will welcome the leading interior designers, hoteliers,…
read moreAlex Jones, content creator for specialist antiques and collectibles auctioneer Featonbys explains how to bring character into your boutique hotel… The word ‘boutique’ is symbolic of something that extra bit special. Therefore, when looking to create memorable rooms, making sure each of them features a design, theme or piece of furniture that aids their originality is key to transforming your residence from…
read moreThe luxurious Anantara Quy Nhon comprises of 26 one- and two-bedroom villas… Luxury hotel brand Anantara, with more than 35 properties around the world, has announced that it will open an all-villa resort that is said to redefine luxury in the area this November. Located in a secluded bay in south central Vietnam, known for its impossibly wide beaches and emerald waters, Anantara…
read moreHotel Designs editor Hamish Kilburn popped in to Signbox’s HQ in Surrey, England, to investigate how quality navigating tools are made… At first, I wasn’t sure whether I was in Signbox’s reception or whether I was in a luxury hotel lobby. Walking through the door, I immediately recognised some of the commercial signs on the walls that I had previously…
read moreWilton Carpets has launched Kinetic, a wool-rich woven axminster carpet, available in just 14 days… Fizzing with energy, Kinetic features striking modern patterns made for forward-thinking leisure and hospitality spaces. Using colourways drawn from the manufacturer’s new Creations colour palette, Kinetic is bursting with dynamic shades of grey, blue and green. Whether fine-line geometrics in Pulse, fractals in Gravity, Atomic…
read moreEast meets west as the new generation of luxury, The Edition Hotels brand, sets to launch in Shangahi… Ian Schrager, the inventor and innovator of the boutique hotel concept, now brings the modern luxury of the EDITION Hotels brand to Shanghai as the hotel collection continues to expand into international waters. Following the success of the EDITION Hotels in London,…
read moreAs technology continues to evolve hotel design, Hotel Designs go behind the lens to investigate how tech is helping hotels also evolve their visual marketing… Surprises, when it comes to the overall hotel look, feel and experience, are not often well received among modern travellers when checking in to a design hotel. A hotel, thats photographs online do not reflect…
read morecitizenM launches US flagship hotel, kicking off an ambitious rollout plan across America… citizenM – the pioneer of affordable luxury hotels – is doing what they do best once again: launching a new hotel and causing further disruption in the traditional hotel industry. The award-winning brand is returning to New York City to throw open the doors of citizenM New…
read moreAs Hotel Designs continues to focus the lens in and around the hotel lobby, editor Hamish Kilburn investigates the importance of art outside the frame in the public areas… Earlier this month we discussed how the hotel lobby’s purpose in international hotel design has changed in recent years to cater to the increasing demands of modern travellers. What once was…
read moreThe Surface Design Awards recognise the best use of innovative surface materials in architecture and design internationally. Entries to the awards close on 28 September. The awards ceremony takes place on the 7 February at the annual Surface Design Show, the UK’s only trade event dedicated to interior and exterior surface materials. Visitors from the architecture and design community discover…
read moreThe 197-key hotel will offer an unparalleled view over the start/finish straight at Silverstone… The announcement of a new Hilton-branded hotel to open at Silverstone, the home of the British Grand Prix, further solidifies the hotel design industries long-standing relationship with the automotive industry. The 197-room Hilton Garden Inn Silverstone, which is slated to open in 2020, will feature balconies that will…
read moreThe deadline to claim your early bird tickets to the awards ceremony of this year’s Brit List is September 16, 2018… There is less than a week left in order to claim your early bird tickets to this year’s Brit List, which will take place on November 22 at BEAT London. The Brit List ceremony will welcome the leading interior…
read moreThe surface experts behind Dekton by Cosentino predict the industrial-chic surface trend to continue to boom in FW18 and beyond… The ultra-compact surface, Dekton by Cosentino, is responding to popular demand with the development of four matte concrete inspired offerings to expand its Industrial Collection, which launched last year ahead of the curve. The four new colours have once again…
read moreFrom fabric suitable for cruise liners through to international hotel chains, Kobe UK has an extensive collection of FR focused products for the contract sector… Already established as a Go To supplier for interior designers, the Kobe portfolio features an unrivalled selection of fabrics for upholstery and curtain use. This includes its 30-strong collection of ‘room high’ fabric options, suitable…
read moreThe hotel plans from Zaha Hadid Architects follow a recent 10 per cent boom in tourism in Malta… Malta’s location at the midpoint of the Mediterranean has made the island a centre of trade and tourism. Welcoming almost 2.5 million international tourists last year with the number of visitors growing by almost 10 per cent annually, Malta’s hospitality industry employs…
read moreThe announcement came at the the Conde Nast Traveller Readers’ Travel Awards 2018… YTL Hotels has announced that The Gainsborough Bath Spa has been awarded three prestigious placings in the 21st Conde Nast Traveller Readers’ Travel Awards. The five-star Bath hotel, YTL Hotels’ first to open in the UK, placed second in Top UK Hotel Spas, placed ninth in Top UK Holiday…
read moreHotel Herman K, Denmark’s first chemical-free hotel, is a converted station situated in the heart of Copenhagen. Hotel Designs took a sneak peak at the raw architecture within the bespoke hotel… Brøchner Hotels’ new 5-star luxury boutique hotel, Hotel Herman K, is the first hotel in Denmark where chemicals are not a part of the cleaning products and process. A…
read moreHertford, Hertfordshire Reporting to: Publisher Responsible for: Selling bespoke digital, print and event solutions Contractual Status: Full-Time Salary / Commission: £18,000 – £20,000 basic (dependent on experience) plus OTE £10,000 commission Your role and our company: Forum Events Media Ltd operates two highly regarded and well established publications; PA Life and Hotel Designs. PA Life is an award winning and…
read moreThe 100-key Barcelona Edition has arrived as the brand continues to rapidly expand its international portfolio… Ian Schrager’s rising global influence has arrived in Spain, adding another luxury property to the EDITION empire. The Barcelona EDITION combines the personal, intimate, individualised and unique hotel experience that Schrager is known for. This delicate balancing act encompasses not only exceptional design and true innovation,…
read moreAs the demand for travel increases, Hotel Designs editor Hamish Kilburn investigates why modern design-led airport hotels are seriously taking off… LGH Hotels Management Ltd has just announced in a press release a multi-million pound refurbishment plan across its portfolio of Holiday Inn and Crowne Plaza hotels throughout the UK, starting with the Holiday Inn Heathrow M4,Jct.4. The new design concept…
read moreAutograph Collection Hotels has welcomed Sofa Hotel Istanbul to its portfolio of boutique design-led hotels… Challenging the design of existing hotels in the area, the newly opened Sofa Hotel Istanbul is a chic retreat situated in the historical heart of Turkey. Boasting contemporary interiors and a private collection of thoughtfully curated artwork, the 82-key hotel evokes its enviable location in the heart of Istanbul’s chic shopping…
read moreThere are less than two weeks to go in order to claim your early bird tickets to this year’s Hotel Designs Brit List… Calling all British interior designers, architects, hoteliers and key-industry suppliers, early bird tickets for this year’s Brit List are only available until September 16. The Brit List ceremony, which will take place on November 22 at BEAT…
read moreHotel Designs editor Hamish Kilburn – with the help of bathroom specialists Duravit – investigates why grey continues to be the colour trend of choice for many designers and architects in the bathroom… Sharing the same opinion as that of the new Managing Director of WATG London, Martin Pease, bathroom specialist Duravit believes that grey is one of the best-loved colours in…
read moreHotel Designs editor Hamish Kilburn and Richmond International’s Fiona Thompson together investigate just how the hotel lobby has evolved in recent years and why, perhaps, the modern hotel lobby is having to work harder than it ever has done before… I believe the best way to describe how a hotel’s design experience to a consumer or guest is to compare…
read moreHotel Designs has enjoyed a record-breaking month, with visitors to the website in August topping 49,300… The leading international hotel design website for interior designers, architects, hoteliers and industry suppliers has enjoyed its highest month of traffic, seeing a 14 per cent leap on traffic generated by the site over the previous month. “This is a colossal step forward for the brand…
read moreHotel Designs’ editor Hamish Kilburn reflects on the weeks headline stories… The sun setting on August means only one thing in the international design world: London’s show season is in sight! As we prepare for Decorex, designjunction, 100% Design and the Hotel Tech & Spa Live, this week has lifted the lid on a number of milestone headlines. Here are…
read moreDesigned by André Fu, the new hotel from the iconic hotel brand, Waldorf Hotels, opens in the heart of Bangkok… The wait is over, following much anticipation around, Waldorf Astoria Bangkok has announced the hotel’s official opening in the heart of Bangkok. Located within the 60-storey Magnolias Ratchadamri Boulevard, Waldorf Astoria Bangkok is the latest addition to the portfolio of Waldorf Astoria…
read moreFollowing the Independent Hotel Show’s major announcement to take the unique exhibition overseas to Amsterdam, Hotel Designs editor Hamish Kilburn caught up with the show’s director, Miranda Martin, to find out more… Earlier this month, the Independent Hotel Show (IHS) let the cat out of the bag that it will launch the inaugural IHS Amsterdam next year. Considering it’s the…
read moreThe Black Bull is a family owned boutique hotel in Cumbria in the Yorkshire Dales with a Japanese twist. Talk about an unmatched hotel concept… Hospitality runs through the blood of James Ratcliffe and Nina Matsunaga who as well as owning The Black Bull in addition to the successful Three Hares in Sedbergh. The property has been renovated with the…
read moreThe hotel brand has brought its vibrant style to Malaysia with the opening of the 150-key W Kuala Lumper… In the shadow of the iconic buildings, the Petronas Towers, W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International, Inc., has announced the opening of W Kuala Lumpur, marking the iconic brand’s first-ever hotel in Malaysia. Owned by Tropicana Corporation Berhad, W Kuala Lumpur opens…
read moreConcluding our month of focusing the lens on Hotel Concepts, editor of Hotel Designs Hamish Kilburn puts Ronald Homsy under the spotlight to learn more about how he plans to make the world see luxury hotels for the experiences they shelter… In a quiet café just off London’s Sloane Square, which is a pleasant experience itself, something amazing is happening: I am…
read moreThe early bird ticket offer to attend this year’s Brit List ends on the September 16… There’s less than three weeks to go in order to secure your early bird tickets to this year’s Brit List ceremony, which will take place at BEAT London on November 22. The Brit List ceremony will welcome the leading interior designers, hoteliers, architects and key…
read moreWith hotel design in the north enjoying a major moment, editor of Hotel Designs Hamish Kilburn checked in to the design-led King Street Townhouse, to marvel over Manchester from a totally unique perspective… “Manchester is a shrinking violet,” said no designer, ever! It’s impossible to ignore the scale of construction that is happening right now in the UK’s third largest city. It has become,…
read moreBLESS Collection Hotels will open first luxury property in Madrid, designed by Lázaro Rosa-Violan… A new luxury hotel brand from Palladium Hotel Group will open its first property this December 2018. BLESS Hotel Madrid will be located on Calle de Velázquez in the heart of the city’s Salamanca district, offering 111 guestrooms, a rooftop pool, bowling alley, spa and gym, gourmet destination…
read moreEditor of Hotel Designs Hamish Kilburn breaks down the major happenings in this week’s headlines… Lights, camera and action. That’s right, here at Hotel Designs we are counting down the days before the curtain rises on yet another full and fabulous London Design Week. As the drumroll roars ahead of designjunction, Decorex and 100% Design, here are the top five…
read moreThe British Institute of Interior Design (BIID), which has been named the industry partner of this year’s Hotel Designs’ Brit List, has announced its plans for the three major events during the anticipated London Design Festival… The British Institute of Interior Design (BIID) will be celebrating London Design Festival 2018 with a number of talks and events across the city.…
read moreValpas brings understated contemporary luxury to hotel guests – a peace of mind from bed bugs – with innovative design… Finnish startup Valpas has developed an autonomous bed bug prevention system that lets people travel carefree from bed bug anxiety at exciting hotels. The Valpas system is designed to respond to bed bugs’ natural behavior, and integrated with latest IoT…
read moreJurys Inn has concluded that one in three weekend visitors to Jurys Inn are solo travellers… Understanding the behaviour of guests is a fundemental in order to design a hotel equipped for the modern traveller. Therefore, it is signifanct that for the first time, solo travel has tipped the balance of hotel bookings with one in three weekend visitors to Jurys…
read moreRPW Design, which was on last year’s prestigious Brit List, has completed the first phase of the renovation of the 363-key hotel in Budapest… Design firm RPW Design has completed its first phase of renovation works at the Budapest Marriott Hotel, refurbishing 363 rooms, with the final renovation of the presidential suite scheduled for next year. The new rooms were opened to…
read moreThe Hotel Sector Report has published a brief look into who is winning and who is losing the battle in the hotel sector online… The Hotel Sector Report, produced by digital marketing specialists Inside Online, ranks 46 of the leading websites within this competitive market according to their online performance. The annual study reveals the successes and shortcomings of each website,…
read moreDecorex International 2018 predicts the colour blue being a major design trend at this year’s London Design Festival in curtains, furniture and fabrics… In addition to showcasing the Best of Portugal and rugs taking centre stage, Decorex International 2018 believes that blue is in this year as it is set to be a popular colour trend at the show. From…
read moreThe 514-key hotel, Radisson Blu Resort Phu Quoc, opens as the brand’s first Vietnamese property and heralds a new era for the Radisson Hotel Group… Radisson Blu Resort Phu Quoc, a 514-room property overlooking the northern stretch of Vietnam’s most compelling beach, Bai Dai, has opened as part of an unprecedented integrated resort on the nation’s biggest island. The resort’s design sets…
read moreThroughout September, Hotel Designs will be shining the spotlight on two areas that together help the other evolve. Namely: the hotel lobby and furniture… Next month, Hotel Designs will be examining first impressions in the hotel lobby and how what is constantly referred to as the ‘beating heart of the hotel, home of the energetic pulse, has evolved over the years…
read moreFollowing its launch of Metropolitan Collection earlier this year, surface specialist Caesarstone has announced STILL BY FORM, a unique collaboration with designjunction… Surface specialist Caesarstone UK has collaborated with designjunction for a restaurant installation called STILL BY FORM. Curated by design consultancy and procurement specialists, BY FORM, the space is designed with harmonious layers of colour and texture to provide…
read moreFollowing on with this month’s ‘Spotlight On’ theme focusing on Hotel Concepts – and with this year’s Brit List fast approaching – Hotel Designs investigates Britain’s best spa concepts… Between the years of 2013 and 2015, Global Wellness Institute (GWI) concluded that the wellness travel market grew by a whopping 10.6 per cent to be worth an estimated US$563.2 billion. With that trajectory…
read moreThe Brit List, which celebrates Britain’s top 25 influential interior designers, hoteliers and architects, has announced the judging panel for this year’s awards taking place on November 22 at BEAT London… Ahead of this year’s anticipated Brit List, which launched last year with the aim to raise the profile of British creatives in the industry, Hotel Designs has confirmed the…
read moreThe minimalist design of GROHE SmartControl introduces three times the control in the shower… The experience of “Push, Turn, Shower” has now become even more multifaceted as the smart technology is integrated into another successful GROHE design line – GROHE Euphoria SmartControl. The new surface-mounted installation features a significantly slimmer form of the SmartControl interface as well as fast-acting temperature regulation that…
read moreAs Hotel Designs continues to focus on Hotel Concepts and Flooring & Carpets, Editor Hamish Kilburn breaks down this week’s top news stories… Throughout this week, we have had a bit of everything – from flooring trends to Lamborghini sofas, from VR insights to hotels inspired by nature. This is somewhat not surprising considering the two vast topics that we’re…
read moreThe design hotel that’s property dates back to the 12th Century opens new modern and fresh villa suites… With a noticeable nod to nature, Son Brull in Mallorca has completed the design of two brand-new villa suites. The two-bedroom villa suites are situated in the hotel’s idyllic gardens and offer the ideal combination of space and privacy while remaining fully serviced. Located in…
read moreHospitality is one of the fastest-changing businesses in the world and companies involved need to react quickly to changing tastes and demands. In that environment Adagio reveals “The Circle” in Aparthotels… After months of research, “The Circle” is now being launched throughout Aparthotels Adagio. The objective of the new concept is to redefine the aparthotel spaces based on customer desire…
read moreDesign firm Total Resource Associates Inc. have released plans to renovate the hotel’s guestrooms, suites and public areas by September 2018… Trump International Hotel & Tower New York, which overlooks Manhattan’s famous Central Park, has announced the renovation of its guestrooms, suites and public areas. “We are very proud of what the hotel has achieved and provided for travelers around the world since its…
read moreBathroom specialist and Hotel Designs Recommended Supplier Kaldewei explains the benefits of Kaldewei steel enamel… Designers around the world have always been fascinated by the unique symbiosis produced by two natural materials. Bathroom specialist Kaldewei fuses robust steel and exquisite glass together to create superior Kaldewei steel enamel. Bringing 100 years of experience to bear, the company today produces premium bathroom solutions…
read moreA new chic 23-key boutique hotel created by Jeff Klein’s JK Hotel Group and designed by Rita Konig is slated to open Autumn 2018… Hot on the heels of the relaunch of LA’s most iconic hotel – Sunset Tower – celebrated hotelier Jeff Klein will open 850, a new boutique hotel situated in the heart of West Hollywood. Fashioned after Klein’s…
read moreOsmo UK Polyx®-Oil Anti-Slip eliminates the possibility of any slips, trips and falls without compromising on the flooring appearance… Wooden flooring is a highly attractive material for commercial and residential environments, but like any hard flooring material, it can become slippery when wet, resulting in a slip hazard where accidents are all too easy in these situations. Osmo UK Polyx®-Oil Anti-Slip…
read moreThe completed renovation marks an exciting chapter for Radisson Collection as Swedish architectural studio Wingårdhs’ design vision comes to life… The Radisson Collection Hotel, Strand Stockholm has completed its high-considered, two-year-long renovation. Marking an exciting, new chapter for one of Stockholm’s most historic buildings – Strand Stockholm’s latest incarnation blends effortless Scandinavian design with an artistic richness, befitting its storied history. Designed by…
read moreThe Bryan O’Sullivan Studio announces its latest hotel design project, LAVIDA Hotel in Girona, Spain, situated within the world-leading PGA Catalunya Resort… LAVIDA Hotel is an expertly designed, contemporary and convenient gateway for golf and activity enthusiasts alike. Aimed at those looking to discover the natural beauty of the local area through wide-ranging activity options, from golf, cycling and hiking…
read moreWith this month’s ‘Spotlight On’ focusing on Flooring & Carpets, Hotel Designs lays out the fabulous flooring trends the industry is witnessing in 2018 and beyond… This month, as we focus our lens on hotel flooring, Hotel Designs is going all out to give you an accurate take on how the flooring trends are shaping up for the back end of this year.…
read moreFour Points by Sheraton, a new four-star 297-key hotel that is strategically located as part of DUO Central Park, has just opened in Sydney… Architectural Design & Engineering Firm Foster + Partners has completed final stages of work in Sydney on DUO, a multicomplex which comprises of a hotel, apartments, offices and a creche. The new property is part of a…
read moreCriton’s CEO & founder comments on how hoteliers must continue this momentum in Scotland… Real estate advisor, Savills, has announced that in the first six months of 2018, hotel investment in Scotland reached £389.67 million, doubling the total investment volumes recorded in 2017 at £195 million. It indicated that UK buyers were the biggest buying group, accounting for 41 per…
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