Hotel Designs Hotel DesignsOn the heels of the International Luxury Travel Market in Shanghai, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced on June 19th that its luxury portfolio, comprised of the St. Regis, The Luxury Collection and W Hotels brands, will open four new hotels in China by the end of 2014, including The St. Regis Chengdu; The Azure Qiantang, a Luxury Collection…
read moreLeading hotel bed manufacturer, Hypnos, has welcomed the announcement of the ‘first standard’ for contract beds, which has been developed by the Furniture Industry Research Association (FIRA).FIRA developed the new test following requests from manufacturers, who believed that contract beds – those used in the non-domestic applications like the hotel industry – needed to adhere to more stringent performance guidelines…
read moreInterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) recently announced the opening of its second property in Cabo San Lucas – the Holiday Inn Express® Cabo San Lucas hotel, a beautiful property with 94 rooms. Convenient for both business and leisure travel, this addition to IHG’s Cabo San Lucas hotels is in the heart of the commercial and tourist areas, less than five minutes…
read moreMarriott Hotels recently announced the opening of the 175-room Novosibirsk Marriott Hotel in Western Siberia, the company’s second hotel in Siberia and its fifteenth in Russia. The hotel is positioned in a prime location on Lenin Square opposite the iconic Opera House and offers Novosibirsk’s largest conference facilities on hotel grounds.The 175 spacious and thoughtfully designed guestrooms feature large flat…
read moreJLL’s Alternative Investment Team has completed the acquisition of Park Inn Hotel and Conference Centre, Heathrow for AXA Real Estate. The property was sold by administrators Zolfo Cooper on behalf of Dania Properties Heathrow Ltd. The acquisition was achieved at an attractive yield of just sub 6% for the prime Heathrow site. This reflected a price of £72,000,000 for a…
read moreChelsom celebrated the launch of their stunning new collection in style with a fabulous party on Thursday 12th June in central London.Attended by almost 400 specially invited guests from the global interior design, hospitality and marine industries, the launch party took place at One Marylebone, a deconsecrated church and now one of London’s most prestigious venues for fashion shows, product…
read moreContra Curtains are delighted to announce the completion of their soft furnishing installation at The Charing Cross Guoman Hotel.Working closely with the design team, Contra provided various window treatments to the hotel’s brand new state of the art conference facilities. These treatments included electrically operated roller blinds and hand embroidered upholstered pelmets. The intricate detail of the embroidery and decorative…
read moreAs Wimbledon gets underway for 2014 and Britain’s hopes and dreams fall upon the shoulders of Andy Murray once more, Focus SB are proud to have been chosen to supply their new Uxbridge range to the newly refurbished All England Lawn Tennis Club.Over 100 sockets and switches were supplied in the Uxbridge range, with bespoke square corners and incorporating quality…
read moreWandsworth Group, the world’s leading design and manufacturing company of luxury electrical lighting accessories, has announced the launch of its Tronix range of intelligent lighting controls. Tronix is aimed at designers who want the latest lighting controls and automation but also demand the elegance and ‘front end’ design quality that Wandsworth delivers.Market research revealed a unique six issues that Tronix™…
read moreThe official opening of Thomson’s sixth five star Sensatori Resort in Jamaica took place in April with a spectacular opening event. Located in one of the Caribbean’s most sought after postcodes and set on the beautiful seven mile beach in Negril, the luxurious hotel offers swim-up rooms, fine dining and tranquil massage huts on the beach.Sensatori Resort Jamaica, a property…
read moreLeading UK shower designer and manufacturer, Roman, has introduced an elegant new range of 8mm thick glass Bath Screens to their Lumin8 range. The Lumin8 range incorporates a Frameless Bath Screen and a Frameless Hinged Bath Screen, which both present a very on-trend minimalistic look and will create a stylish feature in any bathroom. The Frameless Hinged Bath Screen features…
read moreThe hotly anticipated Dirty Habit, previously Fifth Floor restaurant, has officially opened in the Hotel Palomar at 12 Fourth Street in San Francisco. Helmed by the Fifth Floor’s Chef David Bazirgan and Bar Manager Brian Means, the new bar-centric concept plays host to a vivid social scene and creative craft cocktail menu with an emphasis on rare brown spirits. In…
read moreInterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has recently announced the opening of its first EVEN™ Hotels property in Norwalk, Connecticut. Launched in 2012 and based in the US, EVEN Hotels is IHG’s newest lifestyle and wellness hotel brand. It is designed to meet the large and growing demand for wellness-minded travellers to maintain their balance on the road.The brand was developed as…
read moreHilton Southampton has recently refurbished their lounge bar areas with bespoke tables and stylish seating.RHA Furniture made the beautiful solid wood coffee and dining tables from their UK factory. All in solid wood with high quality Walnut laminate tops and solid wood lipping. Custom made high back chairs and chesterfield sofas sit elegantly alongside a selection of popular Italian designs,…
read moreAccor has announced it will open a 78 room hotel under its Mercure brand in Talbot Square, London. The hotel is situated in a prime location close to Hyde Park and Paddington Station (the main central London terminus for express trains to Heathrow Airport). Mercure London Hyde Park hotel will be operated under a franchise agreement with the property owner,…
read moreSelfridge’s On The Roof with Q – an extraordinary dining experience brought to you by Des McDonald. Alexander Waterworth Interiors inspired designs made real by Style Matters – bespoke furniture experts. Stylish retro 70’s chairs, complementary bar stools centered around bespoke fixed seating in the rooftop conservatory setting.BESPOKE FURNITURE FROM STYLE MATTERS – THE PERFECT CHOICE FOR THIS REALLY UNIQUE…
read moreThe four-star Cedar Court Hotel, Wakefield is celebrating the completion of a major re-development plan which has seen its facilities modernised, with increased comfort and style for guests. In the latest stage of the £500,000 investment, which has previously seen the refurbishment and upgrading of 66 bedrooms and two of the hotel’s conference rooms, the lounge area has been extensively…
read moreAs the Moroccan city of Casablanca gears up for growth in tourism, its midscale and budget hotel segments remain undersupplied with demand continuing to exceed supply. A new report from global hotel consultancy HVS outlines the fact that from 2006-2013 hotel supply in Casablanca grew at a compound rate of 6.6%, with both room and bed capacity expanding at a…
read moreRenaissance Hotels has announced its latest addition in France. The 110-room Renaissance Paris Hippodrome de St Cloud Hotel opened on 24 June 2014 and is located in the grounds of Paris’ most prestigious private leisure club, the Paris Country Club. Surrounded by lush green and tranquil countryside and just 15 minutes by car from downtown Paris, the hotel is also…
read moreTotal renovation of the 105-room Hampton Inn & Suites Legacy Park-Frisco has been completed, announced Larry Daniels, Vice President/General Manager of HRI Lodging (HRIL), the hotel management firm previously retained by new owners Carey Watermark Investors Incorporated (CWI) earlier this year. The Dallas-area hotel is part of a five-hotel package that CWI purchased within the Hilton Worldwide portfolio of brands.…
read moreLampshades come in all shapes, sizes and varieties, with sometimes exotic names, sometimes finished in exotic materials. They can be plain ‘drum’ or ‘coolie’ or perhaps drip with embroidered beads. They can be strictly functional or match the designers’ wildest dreams (and possible the housekeepers worst nightmares…). Whatever it is then the workshops of A Shade Above in Portslade in…
read moreGlobal operator, Aparthotel Adagio, the European leader in aparthotels, has announced the signing of a new property in Edinburgh. The 146-apartment property is due to open early 2017 as part of New Waverly the former Caltongate area at the heart of Edinburgh’s historic Old Town.With frontages onto both the Royal Mile and the Canongate, the design of the four-storey aparthotel…
read moreFurther to the news that Ilya Pukhaev has joined Chelsom as their exclusive Russian agent, the international Chelsom expansion continues with the appointment of Roberto Granda as their official representative for the United Arab Emirates.Roberto has an extensive background within both the hospitality and contract furnishings market spanning 18 years, the last 8 of which he has spent in the…
read moreKH ZERO 6 is the latest addition to leading designer Kelly Hoppen MBE’s brassware collection for Crosswater. Known for her signature cool, contemporary look, the renowned interior designer has created another beautifully minimalist range that combines linear designs with gentle curves.Launched June 1st 2014, Kelly Hoppen MBE, who has designed five exclusive ranges for Crosswater, has fashioned three pieces in…
read moreJOI-Design has recently renovated the public areas of the Hotel Landhaus Wachtelhof, a fivestar superior hotel nestled amongst green forests, flowing rivers and wild meadows in the heart of the German state, Niedersachsen.A modern-day castle originally constructed in the 1980s, for over a quarter of a century this family-run grand hotel close to the hub of Rotenburg has been warmly…
read moreLeading UK shower designer and manufacturer, Roman, are proud to announce they have become a member of the British Contract Furnishing Association (BCFA). Roman has joined the BCFA, which is a global business association for the contract furnishing industry, covering the full spectrum of interior products and services. Its members include leading manufacturers, suppliers and designers of furnishing services for…
read moreMaking installing wall-mounted sanitaryware a quick and simple process, Laufen has launched EasyFit, a revolutionary new wall fixation systems for WCs.The invisible, easy to mount system reduces installation time while enabling fitters to fix the WC securely to the wall, resulting in a clean, flawless finish. Laufen’s Easyfit system, which has a patent pending, uses plastic cylinders and bayonet fittings…
read moreRenaissance Hotels has announced the opening of the Renaissance Minsk Hotel, representing the first Marriott International hotel to open in Belarus. Centrally located in Minsk’s thriving business district, the modern new hotel is a short walking distance to the city’s cultural treasures including the Bolshoi Opera and Ballet Theatre. The hotel is operated by an affiliate of U.S. based Interstate…
read moreThere’s a series of famous scenes in the iconic Sofia Coppola movie Lost in Translation where Bill Murray – playing a sell-out actor Bob Harris – and Scarlett Johansson – playing young philosophy graduate Charlotte – bump into each other in various parts of a large, luxury Tokyo hotel. Suffering from acute jetlag, the characters meet by chance in the…
read moreThe Regent Porto Montenegro Hotel and Residences, the newest member of The Regent Hotels & Resorts collection, will be welcoming guests for the first time on the coast of the Adriatic Sea this summer. With rooms starting from €250 (aprox. £200) per night, the highly anticipated hotel will feature 35 hotel rooms and 51 one to three-bedroom residences as well…
read moreOfficially launched during Clerkenwell Design Week, the new Morgan London showroom is a stunning gallery style space with double height curved glazing that fronts no. 1 Dallington Street, Clerkenwell, London.A highly respected and long-established brand for the hospitality sector, Morgan furniture collections are ideally suited to the developing workplace culture – one of the many strategic reasons for choosing to…
read moreMarriott International, (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced plans to significantly grow its global portfolio of luxury and lifestyle brands. Accounting for nearly 25 percent of the company’s system-wide pipeline, Marriott expects to add more than 200 luxury and lifestyle hotel projects over the next several years, reflecting over $15 billion of investment by the company’s owners and franchisees.“The luxury and lifestyle…
read morePullman continues to revolutionise the architecture and design of its five Paris establishments in collaboration with eight renowned designers. Following the Pullman Paris La Défense in March 2013, the Pullman Paris Bercy in October 2013, and the Pullman Paris Charles de Gaulle in May, the Pullman Paris Montparnasse will now unveil its new look. In July, the Pullman Paris Tour…
read moreKimpton Hotels & Restaurants announces the completion of a multimillion-dollar renovation and redesign of Donovan House, a Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants’ property. The renovation of the stylish downtown Washington, D.C. hotel encompasses all 193 guestrooms and suites, lifts and corridors and features a cosmopolitan look and new business-friendly amenities.CBT, a Boston-based multidisciplinary interior, architecture and urban design firm specialising in…
read moreBudget design hotel chain Motel One has rolled out yet another turquoise carpet for the opening of their first hotel in Brussels. The new Motel One Brussels is situated alongside the picture-perfect Rue Royale in the city centre and delivers stylish accommodation from as little as €79 per night, in the city known for its historic heritage, chocolate and lace.As…
read moreInterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, has announced the signing of the first Holiday Inn® hotel in Belarus: Holiday Inn® Minsk. Due to open in 2016, the new build property will operate under a franchise agreement with Hospitality Group LLC.Holiday Inn Minsk will also feature the brand’s signature Open Lobby. The Holiday Inn Open Lobby…
read moreHow we perceive colour is dependent of the strength and quality of the pigment and light reflection. This is why our winning paint formulas, with just the right balance of both, have stood the test of time and are the preferred choice of many interior designers, architects and specifiers.Currently the fastest growing product category of the range, the Zoffany paint…
read moreHotel Okura Co., Ltd. will reconstruct the Main Building of its flagship, Hotel Okura Tokyo. The reconstruction, to be finished by spring 2019, before the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, will add cutting-edge facilities while maintaining Hotel Okura Tokyo’s famous traditional Japanese architectural style. It will cost more than ¥100 billion ($980 million).The new high-rise complex will feature the latest technologies for…
read moreDue to open in October later this year, beds at the new YHA Brighton have now gone on sale at www.yha.org.uk. Earlier this year YHA (England and Wales) received planning permission to transform Brighton’s former four-star Royal York Hotel on Old Steine into a 51 bedroom, 176-bed Youth Hostel.The historic building is currently undergoing a sympathetic refurbishment that recognises the…
read moreMaking its debut in world class destinations including Santiago, Chile, and the south of France, Renaissance Hotels has announced that it is on track to open nine hotels in 2014. With six hotels launched and three additional locations on schedule to open, the portfolio will include 162 hotels in 37 countries by year end. The range of new experiences varies…
read moreHonoured for its minimalistic design combined with high functionality, Laufen’s Pro S range of sanitaryware and furniture has been recognised with the Red Dot Design Award 2014. Launched last year, the Pro S collection, designed for Laufen by Peter Wirz, features a wide selection of washbasins, plus a water-saving, geometric-shaped WC and matching bidet. The WC’s ergonomically designed seat maximises…
read moreMarriott’s takeover of Protea seems to have been preceded by a frenzy of refurbishment. Maybe owners, faced with the the threat of being expelled from the chain, were scared into committing money. Maybe the fear of being left on the side-lines when the global booking engine that is Marriott came into play drove them to put hand in their pockets.…
read moreAlliance Hospitality, Inc. based in Lewis Center, Ohio, is proud to announce that Akron’s newest hotel, the Residence Inn by Marriott –Akron South/Green, Ohio, is now open. This 80 suite property features the brand’s innovative new Generation 9 design, the 5th to open in the nation, and the first with the new Residence Inn by Marriott Lobby prototype. Located at…
read moreFor the first time in 36 years, Cross Keys Hotel in the centre of the Cambridgeshire market town of Chatteris has been placed on the market through leisure property specialists Fleurets at a freehold asking price of £525,000. The owners of the property, reputed to have been built in the mid 16th century in the reign of Queen Elizabeth I,…
read moreOver the past twelve years, South African luxury brand Charlotte Rhys established itself as a market leader in the 5 star hospitality sector. The company manufactures premium toiletries and an extensive range of add-on amenities for the comfort and convenience of hotel guests. Among its hundreds of customers are the One and Only Hotel in both Cape Town and Mauritius,…
read moreMotel One are rapidly expanding into the UK hotel market with their “luxury budget” concept, rivalling the current offering from brands such as Premier Inn and Travelodge. Motel One Edinburgh-Royal was the first for the brand in the UK and is set within a building which dates back to the 1800’s. The architecture has created some interesting room layouts which…
read moreMacdonald Compleat Angler (see review from 2009 here), which overlooks the River Thames in Marlow, Buckinghamshire has invested a substantial amount in a refurbishment programme, which sees the hotel enter a new chapter in its long history. Interior public areas have been transformed into a stylish blend of contemporary design, whilst maintaining the original features of the hotel. The centrepiece…
read moreLeading UK shower manufacturer and designer, Roman is delighted to announce that they will be running an exclusive promotion for their Retail Partners to celebrate the Summer of Football. Roman’s exclusive promotion offers their Retailers a complementary football ‘Fanbox’ with every Decem Shower Enclosure, Wetroom Panel, Bath Screen; or Lumin8 Shower Enclosure they order from the 12th June through to…
read moreInternational wall covering manufacturer, Dixon Turner Interior Surfaces has added another superb set of products to its ever expanding portfolio. Dixon Turner are proud to be the exclusive UK suppliers of Decostone, a product from Swiss company Decolan. Decolan have been leading suppliers of HPL and other decorative surfaces for over 20 years. They have a dedicated R&D department, and…
read moreA new collection of flowing beautiful plain dyed fabrics has been launched by Skopos Design. As part of the Accents range, exotic, neutral, bold or bright, the choice of 34 colours make this flame retardant collection a flexible choice for drapery and bedding across a number of sectors.Peru is a light-weight sateen useable both sides, giving the option of a…
read moreThe Dogus Group are delighted to announce the opening of their newest spa hotel, The D-Resort Gocek. The luxury property opens its doors for the first time this June, offering guests an enticing merger of natural and stunning Turkish coastline with modern and majestic interiors. The Dogus Group’s latest addition to their hotel collection can be found in the Turkish…
read moreBrighton may have been trying to shrug off its image as “Chelsea by the Sea” since receiving City status in 2001. However, Brighton’s proximity to the capital is certainly of considerable benefit. The City, which welcomes 8.2 million visitors a year, a figure which dwarfs its 300,000 population, has numerous attractions. These include the Royal Pavilion, Brighton Pier, The Lanes,…
read moreKimpton Hotels & Restaurants has recently announced a new partnership with Makar Properties to open its newest boutique hotel in Goleta, California, The Goodland. The Goodland marks Kimpton’s seventh property in Southern California and its second in Santa Barbara County, joining the Canary Hotel. The Goodland is owned by Makar Properties, a diversified real estate and investment company headquartered in…
read moreHigh quality bespoke cabinetwork made in the UK by RHA Production Ltd. The credenzas feature a high quality walnut timber finish, Calacutta D’Oro marble and a slim polished nickel frame. These units have been designed to include adjustable internal shelving and NovaSuede lined drawers. Contact RHA Furniture for more information or to discuss a project.
read moreLeading UK shower designer and manufacturer, Roman, have gone out of their way to deliver exceptional customer service, to help a customer with a unique predicament. Roman were contacted by a customer, who had purchased their Orbital Arc Shower Enclosure, which is a unique take on the Corner Enclosure, teamed with a low level Shower Tray, which allows trouble free…
read moreLocated in the lush Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve and surrounded by the sparkling Five Sisters waterfalls, GAÏA Riverlodge is one of Belize’s most celebrated ecotourist destinations. Escape to your private cabana, perched on the edge of a valley overlooking the Five Sisters waterfalls. GAÏA Riverlodge offers 15 private cabanas featuring Belizean hardwoods, traditional bay leaf thatched roofs and richly…
read moreConvenience is a gift bestowed by technology. It is readily offered by the smartphone, generously granted by the tablet, and amply provided by the digital camera. These labour saving devices have ushered in an age where convenience is no longer seen as a privilege, it is seen as a right. Pulling the plug This right is not yet extended to…
read moreFeaturing a straight geometric spout and a slim one touch control lever, the Atoll range from Crosswater can be operated with just a gentle lift or push. As well as being a great choice for new bathroom installations, Atoll can be a quick fix for updating a tired bathroom that is past its best. Replace an old basin and pedestal…
read moreMichelin-starred Kenilworth chef Adam Bennett will be representing the UK at the world renowned Bocuse d’Or international culinary competition – with the backing of Birmingham business.Adam, formerly head chef at Simpsons in Edgbaston sailed through the European heats in Stockholm and will now represent the UK in the world final next January in Lyons. All his serving dishes were designed…
read moreThe Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. has signed a long term management agreement with a consortium led by Oberoi Realty and Sahana Group to open the first Ritz-Carlton in Mumbai, the entertainment, commercial and financial capital of India, and the second in the country following the recent opening of The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore in Karnataka.The 238-room Ritz-Carlton will be located in Worli,…
read more• Chinese tourists will spend £1bn in the UK by 2017, an increase of 84% from 2013 • Russia and UAE to enter top ten UK spenders’ league table by 2017 • Canadian and Dutch tourists pushed out of top 10 by new entrants • US, German and French tourists will maintain top spender positions over next few years Spend…
read moreThe Luxury Collection, part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., announces that the famed European-inspired castle overlooking Dalian’s Xinghai Bay is undergoing a transformation to become The Castle Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Dalian. Set to open in 2014, The Castle Hotel will join the legendary Astor Hotel in Tianjin, Twelve at Hengshan and The Hongta Hotel in Shanghai,…
read moreWith many hoteliers looking for ways to maximise the functionality of each and every room in their hotel, the onus is on manufacturers to offer innovative, yet stylish ways to help hoteliers make the most of what they have. However, comfort remains key, so whether one person is staying in the room, or a whole family, it is vital that…
read moreDoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes, located within stadium:mk the home of MK Dons Football Club, is delighted to announce the opening of an additional 49 bedrooms, bringing the total room count for the hotel to 176. The new bedrooms include four outstanding family bedrooms plus one stylish suite.Family rooms offer privacy and space for adults and children alike, with two…
read moreHilton Worldwide has announced the launch of Hilton Jaipur, an upscale, full-service hotel located in the heart of Jaipur in Rajasthan, one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. The hotel is minutes from famous attractions like the Hawa Mahal, City Palace and Albert Hall Museum and shopping and entertainment hubs including Johari and Bapu Bazaar. The hotel’s proximity…
read moreStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has recently announced that the internationally-renowned Excelsior Hotel Gallia in Milan will join The Luxury Collection® portfolio. Owned by Katara Hospitality, Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan will open this November following an extensive renovation. The opening will mark The Luxury Collection’s seventh hotel in Italy, as the brand remains on track…
read moreOne of Birmingham’s most iconic landmarks, the Hyatt Regency Hotel, has received a £6m investment for its refurbishment to include a brand new bar and restaurant concept.The luxury 319 room hotel located on Bridge Street opposite the International Convention Centre (ICC) first opened in 1990. Refurbishment of the guest rooms, suites and the hotel’s eight conference rooms and ballroom has…
read moreMelbourne is an Australian oasis of historical architecture in this new country, and the National Trust of Australia listed Hotel Windsor is one of the finest examples around. The Windsor opened its doors as ‘The Grand’ and reflected Melbourne’s confidence in the future at a time when the Great Exhibition took place and the city was a global commercial centre.…
read moreReflecting an era of elegance and style in the classically styled bathroom, the Bloomsbury collection from BAGNODESIGN includes a beautiful range of antique-style mirrors. Offering the perfect finishing touch to the sanitaryware, furniture and brassware in the Bloomsbury collection, the mirrors are timelessly decadent and designed to make a striking impression in the bathroom, but will fit just as seamlessly…
read moreOne of Vietnam’s most historic hospitality establishments is getting a new face this summer, as the Caravelle Hotel embarks on its most significant renovation in 15 years. Situated for 55 years on a prime corner of bustling Lam Son Square in downtown Saigon, the Caravelle began the initial phase of a property-wide renovation May 12, with its ground-floor lobby, café…
read morePreventing the build-up of germs and odour in the bathroom, Laufen has introduced a new rimless WC, featuring innovative flushing technology for increased levels of hygiene.The new Pro rimless WC from Laufen doesn’t have a flushing rim, giving nowhere for dirt and smells to linger. Instead, the water reaches every part of the inner bowl and gives germs and bacteria…
read moreRenaissance Hotels has announced that one of Denver’s most iconic structures, the historic Colorado National Bank building, has reopened its doors as the new 230-room Renaissance Denver Downtown City Center. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Colorado National Bank building was designed in 1915 by famed Denver architects William and Arthur Fisher. Originally erected as a four-story…
read moreInterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®) has announced another step forward in the UK & Ireland with the signing of three more Holiday Inn Express® hotels: Holiday Inn Express® Grimsby, Holiday Inn Express® Dublin – City Centre and Holiday Inn Express® Middlesbrough – Centre Square. The Holiday Inn Express brand is leading the company’s growth in this priority market.The first of the…
read moreRoyal Warrant holder Hypnos has launched a brand new range of sumptuous mattress toppers. The collection has been designed especially for the hotel and hospitality markets to enhance not only guest comfort, but also to maximise guest protection from bed bugs while they sleep.The quilted mattress toppers – which are made in Hypnos’ Carbon Neutral workshops in Nottingham – offer…
read moreThe project Elegant duplex apartment within a prestigious residential development, Belgravia, London.The brief For this installation, Kapital Estates, the developer of this ambitious project needed to achieve outstanding quality and exclusivity befitting a duplex, set in the heart of Belgravia, encompassing over 3,250 sq ft. spread across two floors and valued at £7.7million. The renovation and build of the duplex…
read moreThe elegant curved seating shell from The Modern Garden Company is the defining character of Tosca. The innovative wide braid is made up of a soft knitted textilene fabric encasing a pliable foam mousse. The water resistant knit is woven over the powder coated stainless steel frame. Tosca is finished with deep seat and back cushions.Designed by Monica Armani, the…
read moreDoubleTree by Hilton and Hilton Worldwide has recently announced the opening of Waterstone Resort & Marina Boca Raton – a DoubleTree by Hilton. Ideally located just 25 miles from both Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport and Palm Beach International Airport, the stylishly refurbished 139-room hotel is only 300 yards from the Atlantic Ocean and overlooks the Intracoastal Waterway. The hotel is…
read moreAccor and Moorfield Group (Moorfield), one of the UK’s leading real estate and real estate-related private equity fund manager, are pleased to announce the addition of three hotels to the MGallery Collection and the creation of six flagship hotels for the Mercure brand in the UK. Located in Windsor, Cheltenham and Aberdeen, the three new members for the MGallery Collection…
read moreLocated alongside Ireland’s busiest airport, the interior of the Radisson Hotel in Dublin has been enhanced with over 5,500 square metres of stylish woven and tufted carpets from Wilton Carpets Commercial.As a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of business and pleasure travel, the 4-star Radisson Hotel in Dublin provides cosy accommodation for high numbers of travellers on their…
read moreW Hotels Worldwide today announced the second wave of renovation projects as part of the brand’s plan to reinvigorate its iconic North American portfolio. The aggressive strategy focuses on further enhancing the W portfolio and $100 million investment of the brand and its ownership groups with cutting-edge updates to public spaces, new signature bar and restaurant concepts, and stylish guestroom…
read moreMay 2014 will see the launch of a stylish new upholstery collection from the Accents range by Skopos. A collection of elegant woven upholstery designs, Chamonix is perfect for a variety of contract furniture solutions. The collection has been developed with an Alpine mood and provides a fresh, simple, contemporary and natural look for contract upholstery. With over 40 skus,…
read moreStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced the re-opening of the iconic Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & Towers following an extensive US$50 million renovation. Opened in 1978, the landmark hotel was the first Starwood hotel to open in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Following the transformation – which includes all guest rooms, facilities, public spaces and the hotel’s Italian…
read moreJune 13 2014 sees the opening of La Villa del Re, an exclusive, secluded 5-star hotel reflected in the sea of Costa Rei, in southern Sardinia. Ideal for those seeking a relaxing, comfortable stay in the peace and quiet of nature, the exquisite style of La Villa del Re offers the finest of opportunities to enjoy the unspoilt beauty and…
read moreInterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®) has announced the signing of Holiday Inn® Stavropol – the first internationally branded hotel in the city. IHG will manage the hotel on behalf of new owner Metropolia 26 LLC. Set to open in 2017, the 242-room newly constructed hotel will feature the Holiday Inn brand’s signature Open Lobby with a dining area, media lounge and…
read moreNovotel London Wembley, the 32nd Novotel hotel in the UK, is now open. The 235-bedroom hotel is located next to Wembley Park Underground station and is within easy reach of Baker Street, Euston, St Pancras, Liverpool Street and Westminster via the Jubilee or Metropolitan underground lines.Just minutes from Wembley Stadium, the London hotel is ideally located for sporting and concert…
read moreFocus SB has an enviable reputation among interior designers and architects for manufacturing electrical accessories of distinction. Bespoke plates are their speciality and, as they manufacture here in the UK, meeting customer requirements is what they do best. The latest addition, the Uxbridge flat plate range, uses MK Electric® interiors from the UK’s foremost manufacturer of electrical and data connectivity…
read moreHilton Worldwide and Hilton Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of Hilton Bangalore Residences. The trendy upscale, full-service hotel is strategically located within the Embassy Golf Links Business Park, the hub of several Fortune 500 companies. Overlooking the expanse of the Karnataka Golf Course, the hotel is sited at the intersection of Koramangala and Indiranagar, and within a 25-minute…
read moreBrookshire Suites Baltimore has recently re-launched at 120 East Lombard Street under the stewardship of Modus Hotels, a D.C.-based owner and operator of lifestyle hotels. Making its first foray into the city of Baltimore, Modus’ vision is to deliver an authentic urban experience informed by the city’s thriving scene that both inspires and entertains. Seattle-based interior designers, Dawson Design Associates,…
read moreHelping hotels deal with the practicalities of providing guests with storage space in a stylish way, Roca has introduced a metal structure and basin unit as part of its new Prisma collection. The perfect solution for more compact spaces, the Prisma metal structure offers ample storage space for towels and guest’s toiletries, with an easy to wipe clean shelf beneath…
read moreEnsuring that the bathrooms are as luxurious as the location, Laufen sanitaryware has been chosen for the exclusive Kandolhu Island Resort in the Maldives.The resort comprises 30 bungalows all finished to an extremely high standard with quality fittings throughout, including Laufen ceramic sanitaryware, furniture, brassware and wellness products. Measuring just 200 metres by 150 metres, the lush island is home…
read moreDoubleTree by Hilton Izmir – Alsancak welcomed guests for the first time as of the 6th May, marking the upscale brand’s debut in Turkey’s third most populous city. The 115-room hotel recently underwent a refurbishment programme and boasts a stunning roof top pool and bar, providing views over Izmir’s city centre and the Aegean Sea.The 21 storey hotel appeals to…
read moreGold and diamonds were the making of modern South Africa. The large hole in Kimberley is now a tourist attraction, but Gold can now be found in Cape Town as well as the Rand. In Bennett Street to be exact. Next to the bus station… Gold is a designed eating experience building on the culture of Africa. It uses not…
read moreThe Hotel Indigo Downtown Atlanta location will occupy eight floors of a building first developed 50 years ago by one of Atlanta’s most respected and influential architects, John C. Portman, Jr., whose real estate development firm, Portman Holdings, purchased the building. The Hotel Indigo Downtown Atlanta hotel, expected to open in fall 2015, will be located at 230 Peachtree St.…
read moreTravelodge, the UK’s biggest independent hotel chain, has announced the launch of a new £25 million advertising campaign to inspire Britain to get up and go.The campaign, which is the company’s biggest advertising spend to date features scenes shot across Britain and highlights Travelodge’s new look, being delivered through a £57 million hotel modernisation programme. This includes the installation of…
read moreMarriott International, Inc. has announced the opening of the Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Pangyo. Located in the heart of the Pangyo Techno Valley, a rising information technology cluster in Seongnam city, the 282-room hotel is just a three minute walk away from the Pangyo subway station which gives direct access to Seoul Gangnam in just 16 minutes with easy access…
read moreTo further highlight the capabilities and benefits of British Manufacturing, leading UK shower manufacturer and designer, Roman, has launched two impressive new Bespoke Guides providing an exceptional bespoke service. The Showroom Bespoke Service and the Decem Bespoke Service have been created to transform the company’s comprehensive range of Shower Enclosures to suit your specification requirements. The Showroom Bespoke Service and…
read moreHilton Worldwide and DoubleTree by Hilton have recently announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Jakarta – Diponegoro, the first DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Indonesia. Conveniently located in the heart of Jakarta city, the new-build, upscale 253-room hotel opens with three dining outlets, including one modern all-day dining restaurant, as well as an outdoor pool, a kids’ pool, seven…
read moreBritish bed manufacturer, Hypnos will be exhibiting at this year’s May Design Series on 18 – 20 May, held at London Excel.The UK’s definitive international furnishings fair will showcase a range of furniture products for every space and every style, from residential to commercial and traditional to contemporary. As part of the event, Hypnos will be exhibiting its recently launched…
read moreFameed Khalique keeps his eye finely tuned to innovations in materials, as London’s foremost expert on finishes he is the authority on what is unique, unusual and trending in design for the home. Each spring and summer a wave of interest in outdoor materials sparks a flurry of new launches, often spearheaded by advances in technology; as well as the…
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