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From IncentiveWorks in Toronto, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc., has recently announced that it will embark on a $90 million renovation of the Sheraton Centre Toronto, resulting in a floor-to-ceiling transformation of the hotel’s 1,371 guest rooms and suites. The revival of the Canadian flagship Sheraton property will begin in early November bringing a fresh look to guest rooms…

Nikki Beach Hotels & Resorts EMEA, a division of Nikki Beach Worldwide, is proud to launch its latest hotel property Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Porto Heli, which opened to its first guests last month.Situated in Porto Heli, a picturesque, cosmopolitan village in the eastern Peloponnese region of Greece, the new hotel, which is the brand’s 2nd hotel property and…

One of the centre-pieces of the design-led Kartell by Laufen collection has been shortlisted in the Residential Product category of this year’s SBID International Design Awards.The Kartell by Laufen mirrors have been selected as one of the qualifying projects by a technical panel of judges in the first stage of the process. Epitomising the philosophy of the entire collection of…

On 21st and 22nd October, at Olympia West Hall in London, Hansgrohe will make its debut at the specialist Independent Hotel Show. In addition to exhibiting at Sleep in November, the decision to sign-up for IHS is part of the company’s ongoing commitment to the hospitality sector.It also recognises the needs of smaller boutique hotels; to provide outstanding quality, attentive…

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, has announced the signing of Holiday Inn® Kayseri – Düvenönü (Turkey). Operating under a franchise agreement with Ali Sert Otel Tur. Ins. San. Tic. LTD, the new build hotel is due to open in early 2016.The 161-room hotel will feature six meeting rooms, a gym and three treatment rooms,…

The Stockport Plaza Super Cinema and Variety Theatre was built in the early 1930s in Greater Manchester, England. Architect, W Thornley designed the property in 1929, and it was completed in 1932. In 1967, the Plaza was converted in to a bingo hall and operated until 1998, when Mecca closed it and put the building up for sale. The Cinema…

Leading British shower designer and manufacturer Roman are extending their range of products to Ireland. This week they have officially launched ‘Roman Ireland’ which is an extension of the Roman Brand across every County in Ireland. Roman Ireland is located in Naas, County Kildare and will be focussed on Roman’s Decem, Lumin8, Embrace and Haven collections. There will be deep…

Rockcliffe Hall is the only 5 Red Star resort in the North of England, and the current home of the English Senior Golf Open. Located on the banks of the River Tees outside the village of Hurworth, in the picturesque County Durham countryside.Cubbins has worked with Rockcliffe Hall in creating a range of bespoke bedroom and bathroom accessories. Cubbins were…

Further to the successful refurbishment programme of a trio of Movenpick hotels in the Netherlands in 2013, Chelsom were commissioned to supply the lighting for the extensive refurbishment of the superior four-star Movenpick Hotel Paris Neuilly ideally located in the heart of the city with views of the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe. During the renovation of the…

Hilton Worldwide announced the opening of Hilton Dallas/Plano Granite Park, a 299-room newly-built Hilton Hotels & Resorts property in the prestigious master planned community of Granite Park in Plano, Texas located just north of Dallas.The opening of Hilton Dallas/Plano Granite Park signals the latest addition to the 90-acre mixed-used development. Located at the Sam Rayburn Tollway and the Dallas North…

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced the opening of Element Harrison – Newark, the brand’s second hotel in New Jersey. Featuring 138 stylish, sustainable rooms and a light-filled atmosphere designed to fuel a life in balance and on the move, the new Element will quickly emerge as the social hub of Harrison’s burgeoning urban lifestyle scene where business…

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) recently announced the opening of the Holiday Inn Express® Culiacan hotel in the northern state of Sinaloa, Mexico. The seven-story hotel features 174 spacious guestrooms including two beautiful suites and is the first Holiday Inn Express® hotel for the city. “The Holiday Inn Express Culiacan hotel is perfect for both business and leisure travelers seeking contemporary…

A stunning infinity Skypool is now open 52 floors above ground level in the sleek Gŏng bar at the Shangri La Hotel, at The Shard – making it the highest pool in Western Europe.Far above the noise and heat of the City, the Skypool offers a tranquil escape for hotel guests by day, before the separation screens are drawn back…

Variety is the name of the game when it comes to offering the perfect tap for everyone. Each household has unique requirements that need to be fulfilled, from easy operation for older people to easy accessibility in households with children. From filling tall pots and vases to a quick hair wash at the washbasin – taps need to be flexible…

The legendary Sunset Marquis Hotel is proud to announce the completion of its 100 remodeled suites. These junior and one-bedroom suites offer oversized bathrooms, in-room dining/work area and custom furniture in vibrant and inviting colors. With an average of 529 Sq. Ft. in the suites, most rooms have balconies or roomy patios. Interior designer Oliva Villaluz has been involved in…

Donald J. Trump, renowned American businessman and public figure, creator of iconic developments across the greatest cities of the world, has recently unveiled Trump Tower Mumbai – the first and only Trump project in the city, in collaboration with the Lodha Group, India’s No. 1 luxury real estate developer.“It has been my desire for many years to be involved in…

As the conference season approaches, award-winning etc.venues is to open a fifteenth meeting and training facility at 8 Eastcheap, Monument, London. Forbes Group is delighted that etc.venues’ Central Operations and Projects Manager, Franck Rosello, who has designed the latest interiors, has specified its Buffet-Rite table tops and Silcra Stretch covers.Having tried the stretch covers over tables at other etc.venues, Rosello…

Motel One, the European budget hotel chain, has just opened its second hotel in the German city of Leipzig. Following its tried and tested “great design for little money” Motel One Leipzig-Augustusplatz opened its doors on 11th August with room nights starting from just 69€ a night.The brand new 180 room hotel is in a prime location on Augustusplatz, one…

Marriott International’s signature business and leisure brand, Marriott Hotels, continues to grow in popularity across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. The brand has just announced the opening of a new property in Doha’s West Bay district, where three hotels currently known as the Renaissance Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott and Marriott Executive Apartments Doha City Center become one as…

The shortlist for Outstanding New Hotel of the Year Award and the Independent Hotelier of the Year Award 2014 has been announced.The Outstanding New Hotel of the Year award, introduced last year, is designed to improve the scope of recognition of all independent, luxury and boutique hotels that have been operating for three years or less. The focus is on…

Jameson Seating were appointed by Link Design to recreate the Mitchells & Butler pub, The Bathampton Mill after an unfortunate flood.Supplying both internal & external furniture plus the installation fixed seating & curtains. Jameson used a mix of standard and bespoke products to create a full range of furniture with special finishes & fabrics for a unique look. Time was…

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has recently announced the opening of Le Méridien Chicago – Oakbrook Center, a Rockbridge Portfolio property, following a $25 million transformation. Managed by Wischermann Partners Inc., Le Méridien Chicago – Oakbrook Center provides a new lens on Western Chicago’s sophisticated Oak Brook area, home to a multitude of upscale shopping and dining options as…

Hotel des Dromonts, in the French ski resort of Avoriaz, will re-open after a complete redesign after becoming part of the luxury Maisons & Hotels Sibuet brand. Fifty years after first opening, the boutique 34-room hotel has been radically re-configured to incorporate state-of-the art facilities and will be decorated in signature Sibuet style. The hotel will also feature three very…

Reconstruction and refurbishment is in full swing at andBeyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge as part of a planned investment of ZAR 230 million in a number of safari camps and lodges owned by leading experiential travel company andBeyond. Reopening in September, andBeyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge will be completely remodelled, with design and modernism carefully integrated with nature at its…

The new KENSINGTON printed range from Sekers is the natural progression from the very successful LARISSA range and is available in the same base cloths: Panama, Plain, Satin and Blackout with the addition of a waterproof upholstery option.The range comprises two floral designs called Poppy and Elder; a contemporary vertical stripe, Oakley; and a co-ordinating design, Newbury. Available in fresh…

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced plans to introduce its trailblazing Element brand to Basalt, Colorado. Set to open in August 2015, Element Basalt Aspen Valley is ideally situated near two of the nation’s most prestigious ski and mountain towns: Aspen and Snowmass Village. Owned by a joint venture between Silverwest Hotel Partners and Mariner Real Estate Management,…

Grosvenor House, A JW Marriott Hotel has opened its new and exclusive Executive Lounge following a £1.4million investment.The refurbishment has moved the Lounge from the seventh floor to the ground floor of the hotel and is three times larger in size at over 340 square metres. Stuart Bowery, General Manager says, “The Executive Lounge is expertly designed for our accomplished…

Claridge’s is recognised as the finest art deco hotel in London. Having started life as a magnificent private house, it was established as a hotel in 1898 and quickly became a favourite of European royalty and heads of state. Much of the art deco design and features added through the 1920’s and 1930’s remains in place and has been enhanced…

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) announces the continued expansion of its Hotel Indigo® brand in top-tier markets across the United States, with nine signings in the first seven months of 2014. The hotels will be located from the East Coast to the West Coast in cities known for having unique neighborhoods with an interesting story to tell that fit with the…

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced it has expanded its resorts portfolio with the opening of Sheraton Resort & Spa, Tokoriki Island, Fiji. Owned by local Fijian proprietary company, Ritam Investments Ltd, part of the P Meghji Group, the previously independent resort underwent an extensive $18.5 million renovation and conversion project prior to raising the Sheraton flag. The…

Carlson Rezidor, one of the largest and most dynamic hotel companies worldwide, announces two new hotels in Poland: The Radisson Blu Resort, Świnoujscie (340 rooms) and the Radisson Blu Hotel & Residences, Zakopane (158 rooms & 68 apartments) are scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2016. With these signings, Carlson Rezidor grow their total portfolio in Poland to…

BAGNODESIGN, the home of creative bathroom solutions, will soon complete supply on a one-of-a-kind project located in Cultural Village, Dubai Creek. Palazzo Versace, one of Dubai’s fashion-branded hotels, reflects the vision and creativity of Gianni Versace S.p.A. along with a commitment to excellence in design and fine workmanship – a commitment that is shared by BAGNODESIGN. Situated in a spectacular…

Protea have long had an hotel in a converted prison in the heart of Cape Town’s waterfront. Sharing it in part with Cape Town’s internationally reputable Business School has given a steady flow of business customers, but the recent refurbishment has seen this hotel redeveloped into a stunning destination hotel for families, with some sensitive additions that are already showing…

Marriott Hotels has opened its first hotel in Kazakhstan. Located next to the iconic Bayterek monument in the city’s vibrant business, shopping and entertainment district, the 271-room Astana Marriott Hotel is a contemporary retreat for travellers to Astana. The hotel represents the fifth Marriott International property in Kazakhstan and is managed by an affiliate of U.S. based Interstate Hotels &…

This stylishly smooth dolly switch is the latest addition to Focus SB’s Morpheus range of screwless switches and sockets, adding a sleek and minimal touch to your projects.Available in one, two, three and four gang switch plates and in all of our stunning finishes. Matching sockets and Bespoke plates are also available. Visit our website or call us today on…

Helping to maximise hygiene levels in the bathroom or washroom, Roca has introduced a wall-hung version of its innovative CleanRim The Gap WC. With a close-coupled WC already available, this new model means that not only is the pan itself simple to clean thanks to its rimless design, but the floor beneath and area surrounding the WC can also be…

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced that its trailblazing Element brand is headed to Syracuse, New York. Element Syracuse Inner Harbor will open in early 2018 as part of a massive waterfront redevelopment project along the former Barge Canal. Element Syracuse Inner Harbor will be located adjacent to Aloft Syracuse Inner Harbor, which is set to open…

New for August 2014, what could be more relaxing than showering under an invigorating spray of sparkling water with light dancing off the drops as they fall? Crosswater has made the dream come true with Dynamo, an innovative new shower head that incorporates LED lighting to illuminate your shower.The head is a polished 300mm half dome with LED lights around…

UNWTO Secretary-General, Taleb Rifai, and the French Minister of State in charge of Tourism, Fleur Pellerin, met to discuss the new tourism strategy of France as well as how to further strengthen the collaboration with UNWTO. Issues on the agenda included visa facilitation, taxation and the World Committee on Tourism Ethics (Paris, 30 June 2014).Mr. Rifai commended the decision of…

The brand is rolling out a large-scale international communication campaign with an all-new angle on the hospitality experience.As you will probably remember, Pullman announced its global repositioning strategy a year ago, and one of the big breakthroughs back then was an advertising campaign featuring the brand hotel and resort spirit and design, which we created with the DDB Group. Then,…

For those who dream of spending the night in a fairytale Castle fit for Royalty, Warwick Castle has unveiled two magnificent Tower Suites appointed with bespoke furniture and fittings in the 14th century Caesar’s Tower, rooms familiar to generations of kings, queen and noblemen. Evoking the opulence of the Victorian era, the apartments – The Peacock Suite and The Rose…

Marriott International, Inc. announces the opening of the second Courtyard branded property in the Island of the Gods, Courtyard by Marriott Bali Seminyak. Located in the heart of bustling Seminyak, the 290-room hotel is an exciting addition to the Courtyard brand – making it the 31st Courtyard hotel in Asia.Located only a stones throw away from famous Seminyak Beach and…

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts has announced the completion of an extensive multi-million dollar renovation of the Sheraton Boston Hotel. The hotel now showcases a transformed 450 deluxe guest rooms in addition to enhancements to the public areas of the hotel, most notably a new look for the hotel restaurant – Café Apropos and a new spa Green Tangerine.Located in the…

JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts today expanded its luxury portfolio in China with the unveiling of the highly anticipated 416-room JW Marriott Hotel Zhengzhou in Henan Province. Marriott International manages this landmark hotel under a long-term agreement with the owner partners, Greenland Group.This new hotel is located on the top floors of the Millennium Royal Plaza, which is in the…

UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has endorsed the fifth phase of Jumeirah Beach Hotel expansion plan, which is set for completion in 2018. The masterplan vision and concept for the expansion was delivered by global architecture, urbanism and design practice Broadway Malyan. The project was undertaken on…

Motel One, the European budget hotel chain, is opening two new hotels this summer in its home country of Germany, following its tried and tested “great design for little money” concept.“These openings are a direct response to growing demand from discerning customers who seek affordable comfort and quality – and who know they’ll find it at Motel One,” said Ursula…

Jason Ng is a Marketing Communications Specialist at Honeywell Few people in the twentieth century did as much as the late, great Steve Jobs – and his hugely talented chief designer Sir Jonathan Ives – to champion the importance of form and function in consumer technology. It’s fair to say that Steve and Jonathan were both a blessing and a…

Bar systems, sofas, chairs, tables, stools; even lighting and planters feature in this unique collection. Designed to create original combinations that adapt to every type of setting, all you need to do is to choose the colour and finish.Bringing original design to outdoor dining, bars and terrace areas the range is ergonomically designed with true Italian flair. A huge choice…

Accor and the Hotel Convención property have signed an agreement and plan to open the new establishment in 2016. It will be operated under a franchise contract under the Novotel brand. The hotel, which will be completely redesigned and refurbished, will be transformed into a preferred benchmark destination for international congresses. The 790-room establishment is Madrid’s third largest hotel and…

Hilton Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of the Hilton Qingdao Golden Beach as the first Hilton Hotels & Resorts property in Shandong Province, China. The resort is home to 431 spacious and stylish guest rooms, including 29 elegant suites ranging from 42-150 square meters, all with private balconies. Guest rooms feature walk-in showers, bath tubs, walk-in wardrobes, private toilets…

Defined by its attitude rather than its affordability, Moxy Hotels will redesign the traditional economy hotel experience, allowing guests to work, play, connect and enjoy – all in contemporary and comfortable style. With its tech-enabled rooms, buzzy lobby and friendly price point, Moxy aims to surprise budget-conscious travellers with a thoughtful, spirited and fun guest experience. Opening on 1 September…

Miami Beach’s newest Hilton Hotels & Resorts property, Hilton Cabana Miami Beach will proudly début in the heart of Miami Beach in Summer 2014. Located at 6261 Collins Avenue at 62nd Street, this contemporary, full-service hotel will feature 231 all-new guest rooms and is set within the quickly emerging sub-market known as “Millionaire’s Row,” that is filled with restaurants, nightlife,…

Keep cool during the summer months with this innovative, super-chic screen that provides protection from the sun while adding the perfect finishing touch to your outdoor space. Simple assembly enables installation on almost every type of building, allowing for sun or shade when you wish. Simply pull the cord to unroll the Twister Sail in an instant. With a range…

Création Baumann have recently introduced several new fabric ranges to the contract market. Granada Granada is an elegant heavy weight linen with an embossed pattern of small dots in gold or silver which shimmer on this tantalisingly soft linen base. Available in 5 colourways/135cm wide/linen Diora This upholstery fabric is a double weave with a striking twill weave pattern that…

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced the opening of Aloft Bengaluru Cessna Business Park in the city’s hot new hi tech hub. Aloft Bengaluru Cessna Business Park marks the second Aloft Hotel in Bengaluru. Managed by Starwood, the hotel is owned by the Prestige Group, a leading real estate developer in India with a diversified portfolio of hospitality,…

In May 2014, when I prepared for a city trip to Copenhagen two things drew my eyes to the new Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade: 1. It is very well located in the city center near Kongen Nytorv, Nyhavn, the Danish Royal Palace Amalien Borg, the Danish Design Museum and the city’s main shopping walk Oestergade. Actually its location is better than…

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®) has announced the signing of four more Holiday Inn® hotels in the UK: Holiday Inn® Cardiff – North M4 Jct.32, Holiday Inn® London – West, Holiday Inn® London – Heathrow T5 and Holiday Inn® Birmingham North – Cannock.The first to open will be Holiday Inn® Cardiff – North M4 Jct.32 – opening in just a few…

Today, brassware plays an integral part of a bathroom’s design, but for one Swiss manufacturer, producing taps that combine form with function has been integral to its business for 160 years.Similor AG, manufacturer of Laufen brand brassware, has a history that dates back to 1846 – a time when few Swiss homes had running water, let alone a bathroom. It…

After 25 years of service, John Brunton, Hansgrohe’s first and longest-serving project consultant, retires from the business aged 65 years and hands over to his successor James Murray.A pioneer within the Hansgrohe team, John joined the company in 1989 from the Berglen Group, originally importers of Hansgrohe products, prior to the UK subsidiary being established in 1990. Along with founding…

The latest collection of rugs and wallcoverings from innovative US company Kyle Bunting introduces striking new designs, colours and patterns for walls as well as floors. As with previous collections, the statement designs redefine how traditional hides are used in interiors and provide a unique focal point in any room. The collection is now available from Fameed Khalique. With an…

Kew Green Management has secured seven new management opportunities during the second quarter of 2014, including two Holiday Inn Hotels, four Ramada Encore Hotels and The Grand Brighton.The seven hotels include: • The Grand, Brighton, a 201 bedroom hotel, which was acquired by a Private Investor in April this year; • Four Ramada Encore Hotels, located in Barnsley, Birmingham NEC,…

Boss Design will showcase an impressive line-up of new products at this year’s flagship event. Echoing the design vision and manufacturing expertise associated with this iconic brand, the new products extend the company’s successful Soft Office range and include a sofa collection and single seat work booths. The new sofa collection is ideal for use in breakout spaces. Designed to…

The innovative LED Dock is one of the stand out pieces from Chelsom’s new collection, Edition 24. Available in five different colour finishes, LED Dock is pictured in the industrially inspired Black Bronze and English Brass combination which is a striking new addition to Chelsom’s range of finishes. This warm white LED reading light is housed within a rectangular head…

Staff at a leading Birmingham-based silversmith are celebrating after delivering a tableware order for a new London restaurant in record time.Heritage Collection designed, manufactured and delivered a complex order of bespoke silverware, cutlery and glassware to the newly opened Palomar restaurant in Soho in just three weeks. The order consisted of more than 2,500 items to be used in the…

Building on from their highly successful ‘Faux Leather’ collections, Sekers can now offer the market ‘Montana’, a 100% corrected leather available in 36 scintillating colourways. With class leading performance in abrasion, colour and light fastness, together with its splash resistant coating, it can be specified with confidence!As you would expect Montana is available by the hide with the average yielding…

Naturalmat has been appointed as the official bed supplier for Qbic London City.Qbic, who are pioneers of sustainability in the hotel arena were impressed by Naturalmat’s eco credentials and loved the idea of their guests sleeping on a sustainably sumptuous bed! Naturalmat has been hand crafting natural and organic mattresses from their premises on the banks of the River Exe…

Opening this August, one of the most delightful aspects of the new Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World® Resort is its breathtaking location in the Walt Disney World® Resort. The Resort is set amid the palm-tree lined, gated Golden Oak community, a Disney-developed residential enclave of custom single family homes. Located in a lushly landscaped area with many…

Travelodge, the UK’s biggest independent hotel chain, has today announced that it is continuing to expand in Scotland and is looking for ten new hotel sites across the country. This represents an investment of £75 million and means the creation of 200 new jobs. Positions will include the following: Hotel Manager, Assistant Hotel Manager, Receptionists, Housekeeper and Guest Room Cleaners.…

It was once the home to Adam Bothwell, the Bishop of Orkney who officiated at the marriage of Mary, Queen of Scots to the 4th Earl of Bothwell, in the 16th century.But five centuries on the Grade A-listed property has been given a £1 million restoration and transformed into luxury accommodation. The four one bedroom studio serviced apartments in Advocate’s…

Sanderson Paints are pleased to share with you exciting new images in a range of inventive styles and on-trend colours, to celebrate their brand new look and the launch of ‘Active’ emulsion.The new livery is smart and sophisticated, to reflect a brand with such heritage. At the same time, Sanderson are pleased to announce the launch of their new ‘Active…

A Bodmin Moor hotel has invested in eight wooden Hobbit Houses with the support of Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking. Co-owner of the Wheal Tor Hotel, Maxine Frost, approached the bank for a commercial loan to expand the premises and offer an outdoors experience for her guests. Each house can sleep five people, increasing the hotel’s customer capacity by 40.The Hobbit…

Almost a year to the day since the launch of its original Bloomsbury collection, BAGNODESIGN has introduced new extensions to what has fast become one of its best-selling bathroom ranges.Representing an era of elegance and style from a period when London, and the area of Bloomsbury in particular, was the creative centre of the world, the collection elegantly combines classical…

Equipped with Select operating technology, new shower solutions from bathroom specialist Hansgrohe offer the world of concealed installations more features, more design and convenient operation at the touch of a button. Available from June 2014, there is a new round S-design; ShowerSelect thermostat with integrated shower support, and new ShowerSelect manual mixers to complement the existing thermostatic options and meet…

LUX* Resorts & Hotels has recently announced the LUX* Tea Horse Road (LUX* Chamadao) as the foundation for its planned expansion into China. On account of its largely undiscovered yet spectacular natural beauty, unparalleled diversity of peoples and thriving ancient cultures, the Greater Shangri-la region is set to become one of the world’s most desirable destinations for discerning luxury travellers…

With an ideal position at the centre of the city and a beloved place in Russia’s heritage, the new Four Seasons Hotel Moscow will soon reopen its doors to first class dining establishments, refined meeting and event spaces and the capital’s finest accommodations, plus an all-new destination Spa presented with warm, friendly and unparalleled levels of service.Originally built in the…

As part of its cutting-edge Scion Living lifestyle brand, innovative British interiors company Scion has once again teamed up with the UK’s leading linens specialist, Bedeck, to produce a new collection of exuberant bedlinen and zingy towels.For autumn 2014 the fashion-forward British brand has added two further designs to its vibrant range of own-brand bedlinen, Groove and Diva, both of…

Courtyard by Marriott plans to open its first hotel in Bosnia and Herzegovina next year. The 130-room Courtyard by Marriott Sarajevo is expected to open in mid-2015 and will operate under a franchise agreement with Lake d.o.o. and Interstate Hotels & Resorts. The hotel will be the second Marriott International property in Bosnia and Herzegovina after the Residence Inn Sarajevo,…

Kempinski Hotels officially took over the management of the famous Hôtel Des Milles Collines in Rwanda’s capital Kigali at the beginning of the month. Hôtel Des Milles Collines by Kempinski will be the European luxury hotel company’s ninth hotel operating on the continent, with three more hotels in Africa scheduled to open in the next six months. The hotel, which…

The colours of the Mediterranean glow in the mid-summer sunlight – yes I was reminded today that we are past the longest day and the nights are drawing in again. It didn’t feel like that as I walked to the beach or leaped off the launch into the ocean, and the bougainvillea was full of bees and butterflies enjoying the…

Hotel and leisure entrepreneurs in Scotland who want to capitalise on the growth generated by the XXth Commonwealth Games and other events taking place in Scotland have received a boost from Santander Corporate & Commercial, which is making £100m of funding available to these sectors this year. As Scotland prepares to host the Games, the Ryder Cup and to support…

As an approved supplier for Wetherspoon, Wilton Carpets Commercial has manufactured bespoke carpet for The Rose Salterne, one of the chain’s newest establishments in the north Devon port town of Bideford. With a reputation for respectfully and tastefully converting landmark buildings in towns right across the UK into public houses, Wetherspoon has transformed the former site of Bideford Grammar School,…

Sleep, Europe’s leading hotel architecture, design and development event, returns to the Business Design Centre in London on 26-27 November with exciting new features and exhibitors to ensure it stays ahead in today’s fast-evolving hospitality landscape. With details about the line-up for 2014 just released, here’s a quick snapshot of what’s in store so far…The Sleep Set This year’s challenge…

Joining the Hilton Hotels & Resorts portfolio in September 2014, the Concorde Opera Paris hotel has begun a significant $50 million restoration and enhancement programme ahead of its much anticipated re-launch as Hilton Paris Opera. Providing a sneak preview of new designs and interiors, the hotel will offer travellers a modern blend of history and glamour, with sleek styling in…

Once again, the Hansgrohe Group ended the 2013 fiscal year with record sales. The global mixer and shower manufacturer generated EUR 841.4 million (compared to EUR 805.5 million in 2012).“Against a backdrop of moderate economic growth rates across the globe, Hansgrohe delivered an above-average performance. We were able to increase sales of mixers and showers both at home and abroad,…

Celebrity chef and hotelier Raymond Blanc has backed the campaign to reduce the rate of VAT on accommodation and attractions in the UK.The Cut Tourism VAT wants the UK Government to slash VAT on accommodation and attractions from 20% to 5%. New independent research has shown that a cut to the rate of VAT on hotels will not only boost…

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. has announced the opening of Sheraton Reserva do Paiva Hotel and Convention Center, near Brazil’s northeast region of Recife. Sheraton Reserva do Paiva was developed by the Portuguese group Promovalor and Brazilian group Odebrecht Realizações Imobiliárias under a long-term management contract with Sheraton Hotels & Resorts. It is the first international upper-upscale hotel in…

The Grand Hyatt Taipei completed work on the first phase of a landmark renovation this month, unveiling 853 new rooms and suites in a design that pays homage to Eastern and Western cultural influences.After a re-imagination of space that stripped the hotel to its concrete bones, the hotel redeveloped 14 categories of rooms and suites in its most significant overhaul…

A Birmingham-based luxury silver and tableware manufacturer has signed a lucrative partnership deal with legendary china manufacturer Wedgwood. The deal will secure jobs and is expected to be worth at least a million pounds to Heritage Collection, a fast-growing family business based in Small Heath. The partnership means that Heritage will produce a new range of exclusive silverware for Wedgwood’s…

Hot on the heels of the official opening of Morgan’s new Clerkenwell showroom, the online home for Morgan has been next in line to receive a major overhaul. The website www.morganfurniture.co.uk has been updated and re-designed. New layouts and more intuitive navigation are some of the improvements, but the biggest change and by far the major benefit is that the…

Rocco Forte’s Hotel Savoy in Florence has just announced the completion of its Repubblica Suite.Hotel Savoy has expanded the original room into a presidential sized suite, while maintaining the stylish charm of a Rocco Forte Hotel. The 110 sq metre two-bedroom suite is located on the second floor and boasts high ceilings, full height balcony doors and spectacular views from…

Marriott International announces the opening of its first AC Hotels by Marriott property in Paris. The sleek and modern design of the 149-room AC Hotel Paris Porte Maillot aims to appeal to business and leisure travellers seeking sharp contemporary style when staying in Paris. The hotel joins two existing AC Hotels by Marriott properties in France – AC Hotel Ambassadeur…

European market leader, Aparthotels Adagio, has announced the development of two new aparthotel properties in London, marking the arrival of Aparthotels Adagio in the Capital.Both developments are in partnership with Union Hanover and EquityBridge Asset Management. The new developments will open two years apart, the first expected to open its doors in 2016. Commenting on the UK expansion, Martine Balouka-Vallette,…

Leading UK shower manufacturer and designer Roman, has featured on the BBC news presenting the company’s success of being a British manufacturer. Roman has proudly flown the flag for British design and manufacture since they were founded in 1985. They proudly display the Made in Britain logo on all their product packaging, websites and social media platforms along with marketing…

Accor, the world’s leading hotel operator and market leader in Europe, is pleased to announce it will open a 216 room hotel under its Pullman brand at the Kings Dock, on Liverpool’s world-famous waterfront during the summer of 2015.The second Pullman brand hotel in the UK, the upscale hotel will be operated by Branded Hotel Management (“BHM”), under a franchise…

Nestled among upmarket Belgravia residential blocks and embassy buildings, behind a bland 1970s façade, is the surprising and luxurious boutique hotel ‘Belgraves London’. The first hotel outside of the US for the Thompson Hotel Group, Belgraves offers the intimate appeal of a private club combined with chic city design that brings a touch of Brooklyn to Belgravia.With interior design by…

Hillswood Furniture have recently completed the new restaurant at this Boutique Hotel in the Lake District occupying a wonderful position overlooking Elterwater. The clients selected the Moena chairs, high-backed, fully upholstered dining chairs with side stretchers for additional strength, from one of Hillswood’s Fine Dining Collections. The chairs have been upholstered in two designs from Zoffany’s wool mix plaids. The…

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. and Verny Capital, a leading Kazakhstan private investment group, have signed an agreement for the development of The Ritz-Carlton, Astana. The luxury hotel is due to open in 2017 as the portfolio’s second hotel in Kazakhstan, with The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty previously opening its doors in 2013. The Ritz-Carlton, Astana will be the first international luxury…

These hand towel boxes from Cubbins, are designed to cover Kleenex standard hand towels (235mm x 137mm x 123mm) with an easy sliding base to keep the boxes in place.Choose from your choice of wood finish (Iroko,Sapelle, Wenge, Walnut, Pine and Oak) or paint colour and personalise your designs with your own unique branding. For further details on our entire…

W Hotels Worldwide and Chesapeake Lodging Trust has unveiled the full-scale, $38 million renovation of W Chicago – Lakeshore, which combines the energy of the ‘Windy City’ with the glittering waters of Lake Michigan. The only hotel located on iconic Lake Shore Drive in the heart of the city, W Chicago – Lakeshore has transformed all 520 guestrooms and its…