Hotel Designs Hotel DesignsRuby Hotels to arrive in Scotland Following successful openings in London and Dublin, Edinburgh is next on the list for Ruby Hotels. At the end of 2025, the lean luxury group will open a Ruby hotel with around 300 rooms in the Scottish capital. Here’s what we know… The expansion of the Ruby Group, under the leadership of founder and…
read moreRoundtable: the value of variety in hotel bathroom design In Hotel Designs’ latest roundtable, Editor Hamish Kilburn, in association with Roca and Laufen, invites leading designers to explore the value of variety in hotel bathroom design… In this year’s series of roundtables, bathroom have been, well, a common theme. From enhancing guest experience, adding personality in heritage bathrooms, technology’s role…
read moreHotel on the tracks: a sneak peek inside the Orient Express La Dolce Vita All aboard! Before the Orient Express La Dolce Vita train makes its inaugural voyage, Hotel Designs stepped inside for a sneak peek. Designed by Dimorestudio, the luxury train combines the Italian way of life with the contemporary spirit of travel… Orient Express, the ‘artisan of travel…
read moreLEDS C4 lights up Valencia The team of lighting designers from LEDS C4 created a temporary light installation on Calatrava’s iconic Hemisfèric building, lighting up Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences in blue for one night… Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences architectural complex swapped its iconic white colour for blue for one day. A corporate lighting project that, in…
read moreTara by Dornbracht – a design classic that keeps reinventing itself With Tara, Dornbracht and Sieger Design have laid the foundations for a totally new bathroom culture. The minimalist, elegant design language of the fitting has had an impact in a wide variety of contexts ever since, making a significant contribution in turning the bathroom into an aesthetically appealing living…
read moreLive from HIX: Villeroy & Boch showcases key products Round, oval, rectangular – good design speaks for itself, and on Stand 11 at HIX, Villeroy & Boch continue to deliver design statements in exceptional bathrooms. Here are three key products that do just that… The new Loop & Friends washbasins by Villeroy & Boch, turn the washing area into a…
read moreIn conversation with: Christian Sieger, CEO at sieger design Having been charged with the task of presenting the Rising Star Award at The Brit List Awards 2022, Christian Sieger found time in his London schedule to sit down with us to chat about all things design and wellness, giving writer Pauline Brettell the opportunity to find out more about the…
read moreLive from HIX: spa-inspiration from GROHE GROHE has returned to HIX this year with a particular focus on spa bathroom design concepts, inviting guests to immerse in the serene ambience of its spa-inspired room set on Stand 5 as part of a new premium spa and wellness-focus… This year at HIX, GROHE’s messaging is all around wellness, pleasure, and relaxation…
read moreNobu by the Beach to open at Atlantis The Royal Building on Nobu’s prodigious success at Atlantis, The Palm, the hospitality heavyweights will continue their prosperous partnership by launching Nobu by the Beach – Nobu’s debut pool and beach club concept that is slated to open in Q1,2023. Here’s what we know… Located at the world’s most anticipated ultra-luxury experiential…
read moreAYANA Segara opens indoors-outdoor design scheme The new AYANA Segara hotel set within the AYANA Estate and designed by WATG, brings an indoor-outdoor concept and a contemporary twist to the brands legendary Balinese-inspired experience… The new 205 guestroom AYANA Segara Bali is the fourth property inside the 90 hectare integrated AYANA Estate luxury community at Jimbaran, taking the total to…
read moreEditor checks in: “The Brit List 2022 is served” Not so fast. Did you think The Brit List Awards 2022 was just a party to celebrate the nine individual award winners? Each year, to conclude a year-long campaign to find the true influencers leading the hotel design and hospitality scene, Hotel Designs publishes The Brit List, a publication that profiles…
read moreGROHE wins 2022 BMA Sustainability Award GROHE has been announced as winner of The Circular Economy award at the Bathroom Manufacturers Associations’ second annual Sustainability Awards 2022 as it continues to fund campaigns, product development and research into initiatives that support with global issues around circularity, sustainability, and education with the view to create a positive impact globally… The BMA…
read moreAngama Amboseli – taking inspiration from Kilamanjaro Angama has announced the opening of Angama Amboseli – an intimate lodge with tented suites set against the famed backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro… Angama Amboseli, slated to open in Q4 of 2023, will be a boutique offering of ten suites within the private 5,700-acre Kimana Sanctuary. Designed by the same team behind Angama…
read moreDorchester Collection to arrive in Tokyo Dorchester Collection has announced it will debut in Asia within Torch Tower – the tallest building in Tokyo, and a new landmark in Japan. Slated to open in 2028, the hotel will be the 11th property for the Collection. Here’s what we know… Dorchester Collection has been selected to manage the hotel within ‘Torch…
read moreA designer’s guide to boutique hotels in Paris Move over Emily, Hotel Designs is extending its designer umbrella across the channel in the new year with its inaugural MEET UP Paris, taking place on January 19, during Deco Off, at the Arte showroom. Keeping our focus firmly on this foray into the French capital, we have been perusing the Parisian…
read moreThe new Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Nashville – connecting guests to the best of music city The highly anticipated luxury offering Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Nashville is located in the heart of downtown Nashville, making it the ideal base for experiencing all the city has to offer. Here’s what we know… Rising 40 storeys above the…
read moreMiniview: inside aparthotel WunderLocke If you have stayed in one Locke, rest assured you will always find something new in another Locke – created in collaboration with interior architects Holloway Li, Wunderlocke draws on the artistic history of Munich while reimagining a former office building. Writer Melania Guarda Ceccoli steps inside for a closer look… Bringing the Locke portfolio up…
read moreShipwrecked in the Maldives: checking in to Gili Lankanfushi After setting his watch to ‘Gili time’, and being persuaded to say goodbye to shoes for the duration of his trip, Editor Hamish Kilburn experiences what is like to feel shipwrecked on Gili Lankanfushi, one of the most raved-about island hotels in the Maldives – and for good reason… The closest…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotel openings in November 2022 While 2022 might be winding down, hotels across the globe are still breaking ground, laying foundations and flinging open their designer doors. Keeping our finger on the pulse of all these openings and reimagining, here are a few that have caught our attention for this month of November… Having been working remotely…
read moreBanyan Tree AlUla lands in the desert with a light touch AW², the Paris based international architecture and interiors studio led by Stéphanie Ledoux and Reda Amalou, has completed the design of Banyan Tree AlUla, a resort in the Ashar Valley of AlUla in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia where the sustainable tent-like structures have been designed to protect and…
read moreWhat to expect from Workspace Design Show 2023 Workspace Design Show will be taking over the hall at the Business Design Centre, London, on February 27 –28. While it is getting ready to host a whole range of creatives from the UK’s workplace industry, we are fulfilling our media partnership role with an insight on what’s to look forward to……
read moreDornbracht and Alape provide solutions for The Château de Vignée Once a traditional hunting lodge hotel, The Château de Vignée at Villers-sur-Lesse is now a luxury retreat for guests seeking rest and repose in picturesque natural surroundings. The Alape bathroom solutions and Dornbracht fittings in the bathrooms, for which Sieger Design is responsible, are just one of its highlights… The…
read moreSix Senses to arrive in Zimbabwe Slated to open in 2025, Six Senses has entered into its first sub-Saharan African project with Six Senses Victoria Falls and plans to offer wildlife lovers stilted eco-lodges on the edge of the Zambezi… The riverside game reserve and wellness resort will fall within Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls National Park, a UNESCO Protected Area. The…
read moreChecking in to room2 Chiswick – the world’s first net-zero hometel When it comes to architecture, design and fashion, London is home to many ‘firsts’. Answering to any allegation of ‘greenwashing’ with conscious hotel design and hosptiality, Lamington Group unveiled the world’s first net-zero hometel – and it has the stats to back up that claim, as Nadia Walford discovers when…
read moreRoundtable: nature vs nurture in surface design The latest Hotel Designs roundtable took place in the midst of the creative energy that was London Design Festival. In association with Atlas Concorde, Editor Hamish Kilburn welcomed a group of leading designers to the table, appropriately surrounded by the Atlas Concorde range of stone, porcelain and marble, and more than a few…
read moreIn conversation with: Jon Bond, Head of Projects (UK), Roca & Laufen While experiencing the Everything Flows exhibition at the Roca London Gallery, a display showcasing the decade-short collaboration between the showroom and Zaha Hadid Design, Editor Hamish Kilburn caught up with Jon Bond, Head of Projects (UK) at Roca and Laufen to capture the evolution of wellness through his…
read moreTextured finishes from Edmund Bell A key pillar in interior design, texture holds the power to create depth, warmth and interest in a space no matter how pared back or elaborate and Edmund Bell offers a multitude of textures and designs in its fabric collections giving designers co-ordinated and layered options across projects… For the designers at Edmund Bell, texture…
read moreNova Maldives arrives with conscious design scheme A bright new star in the Maldives, Nova, the latest addition to the Pulse Hotels and Resorts Group portfolio is a contemporary all-inclusive community concept with a laidback soul and island style aesthetic… Pulse Hotels and Resorts is an umbrella brand for a range of innovative and contemporary hotels and resorts that are…
read moreIs this the future of co-living in London? With a pioneering new vision for city living, Dandi has announced the opening of its innovative co-living scheme – Dandi Wembley, a hybrid concept planning to redefine co-living by delivering an elevated new standard of rental design reminiscent of a luxury hotel... Dandi and its partner Dukelease have announced the opening of…
read more5 minutes with: interior designer Eva Sonaike Creative Director and Founder of her own brand, Eva Sonaike has become known for her bold interior design solutions with a vibrant, elegant West-African aesthetic. The studio’s ethos ‘bringing colour to life’ is reflected in its signature collections of interior textiles. Pauline Brettell took a closer, colourful look when she caught up with…
read moreMiniview: inside Delaware’s first luxury boutique hotel The Quoin, a new luxury boutique hotel developed and designed by Philadelphia-based hospitality company, Method Co., in partnership with Delaware’s largest real estate developer, The Buccini/Pollin Group, officially opens its doors this month with a design that subtly references the buildings history while introducing eclectic notes of contemporary luxury – we stepped inside…
read more7 extraordinary hotel residences around the world Editor Hamish Kilburn takes a dive into the exclusive arena of luxury hotel residences and villas to understand how slow travel is evolving, and what the new standards are for those who want complete seclusion from the outside… For years, the world has been captivated by hotels that have taken hospitality to new…
read moreChecking in to INNSiDE Calviá Beach, Mallorca Can the harmony of design, architecture and style really turn an entire destination’s image around? Editor Hamish Kilburn touched down in Mallorca, Spain, to check in to INNSiDE Calviá Beach, located in the heart of Magaluf, to answer that question… The last time I was here, in Mallorca, I was eight. It was…
read moreRoundtable: enhancing guest experience in hotel bathroom design For our latest roundtable, Editor Hamish Kilburn, in association with Geberit, sat down with a group of designers working in the hospitality industry, from boutique through to the brands, to discuss the changing demands being made on bathrooms in the hotel context and, importantly, how to harness both design and technology to…
read moreInside Halehouse Spa: somewhere between tradition & innovation TLEE Spas has collaborated with Auberge Resorts Collection to create a spa and wellness compound centred on a purifying bathhouse concept – Halehouse has been designed as a dynamic experience that blends hands-on treatments and self-directed components… The recently debuted Halehouse Spa at Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection, is a vibrant wellness…
read moreedyn arrives in Paris edyn is taking its lifestyle aparthotel brand Locke to Paris with the acquisition of a historic property in the cosmopolitan 5th arrondissement, continuing its rapid expansion across European gateway cities and marking edyn’s first entry into France… Built on the philosophy that travel should be a rich journey of discovery, providing unique experiences that inspire, whether…
read moreEpisode 25: capturing a deeper sense of wellness (Karen Stonely) In episode 25 of DESIGN POD, sponsored by Minotti London, Editor Hamish Kilburn, host of the podcast for design and architecture enthusiasts, meets Karen Stonely, Co-Founder of SPAN Architecture, to understand how she and her team capture wellness and wellbeing in design and architecture… Meet Karen Stonely, an artist, designer,…
read moreTivoli set to debut in Tenerife Tivoli Hotels & Resorts announces its expansion in Europe with the brand’s upcoming debut in Spain. The luxury La Caleta Resort, located in Tenerife’s Costa Adeje and which previously operated under the Sheraton brand, is scheduled to relaunch as Tivoli La Caleta Resort in spring next year… Currently with a portfolio of 16 properties…
read moreMarriott to debut Fairfield by Marriott brand in Europe and the Middle East Six new Fairfield properties are set to join the Marriott portfolio in key business and leisure destinations, including France, Denmark, and Saudi Arabia. Fairfield is the second largest brand within the Marriott portfolio; here’s what we know about its pipeline moving forward… Fairfield celebrates the beauty of…
read moreProduct watch: Sogni by Gessi Incorporating light and colour into wellness, Gessi introduces new dimensions into the bathroom experience with the multifunctional Sogni showerhead… The Gessi brand has become synonymous with wellbeing and quality living in all types of environments, from hotels to spas, from yachts to private homes. Gessi creations allow the enjoyment of private spaces to become sanctuaries…
read moreGROHE wins award for contribution to circular economy design Wallpaper has awarded GROHE’s Cradle to Cradle Certified collection in the ‘Best Sustainable Step Forward’ category for this year’s Smart Space Awards… The Smart Space Awards, now in their second year, where created to celebrate and explore what’s new and emerging in product design, with a eye on goods that will…
read moreIn the factory with: lighting brand Dernier & Hamlyn On the outskirts of London, in Chessington, Editor Hamish Kilburn arrived at Dernier & Hamlyn’s headquarters; the place where bespoke lighting concepts that, on paper may look impossible, become realities… Dernier & Hamlyn, the lighting geniuses behind projects such as Nobu London Portman Square, NoMad Las Vegas, The Standard London, Four…
read moreCase study: Northern Lights illuminate the Chateau Denmark narrative In its latest string of impressive interior projects, award-winning London-based design firm Taylor Howes appointed Northern Lights to bring to life their unique vision for the new hospitality concept, Chateau Denmark, introducing a note of ‘polished punk’ to Soho… Northern Lights, shortlisted for The Brit List Awards Best in British Product…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotel openings in October 2022 With Autumn well and truly fallen, Editor Hamish Kilburn shares his pick of the hottest hotel openings expected to make the most meaningful noise in October… A wise man, James E. Faust, once said that ‘a rebirth out of spiritual adversity causes us to become new creatures’, and I think the same…
read moreEpisode 24: ‘sliding doors’ moments in design Meet Brian Messana, the special guest who joined Editor Hamish Kilburn for episode 24 of DESIGN POD, sponsored by Minotti London. Messana, who is the Co-Founder of Messana O’Rorke, opened up about his turning-of-the-page career moments – and unveiled the risks that were and were not worth taking… This episode of DESIGN POD,…
read moreProduct watch: a look at Kaldewei’s solar bathroom solution Kaldewei is bringing its luxstainability concept from the sanitary mainland to the seven seas for the first time, equipping the solar-powered catamarans of SILENT YACHTS with sustainable Miena washbowls… The collaboration between the German bathroom manufacturer and the shipbuilding company is sustainable in the truest sense of the word, as both…
read moreAndré Fu designs first Spa for Claridge’s In a groundbreaking project that has seen teams of experts excavate five floors into London clay in order to pave the way for the next 200 years of Claridge’s life, the legendary Mayfair hotel announces the opening of its first ever Spa, and we stepped inside for a closer look… Situated three floors…
read moreExclusive: a preview of The Inclusive Hotel Room at Independent Hotel Show A key feature of the upcoming Independent Hotel Show will be The Inclusive Hotel Room, an immersive showcase of concepts and materials designed to welcome each and every guest equally. Peter Turner, Managing Director of design studio Cocoon & Bauer, gives us a sneak preview of the room’s design…
read moreA look at Rosewood’s Southeast Asia pipeline Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is adding to its global portfolio of luxury properties as it re-emerges in Southeast Asia with newly re-opened properties and refreshed programming. Here’s what we know… Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, has announced the re-opening of Rosewood Bangkok in Thailand and Rosewood Luang Prabang in Laos as well as key…
read moreThe Quid – a new lifestyle address in Venice The new voco Venice Mestre, The Quid, is a project developed by interior design firm THDP which skilfully blends materials to create the perfect mix of natural elements to form a dialogue between the interior and exterior. The result is a welcoming space where everyone feels comfortable… The design narrative developed…
read moreReasons to listen to the latest episode of DESIGN POD on ‘lean luxury’ Other than hearing Editor Hamish Kilburn, host of DESIGN POD, and special guest Matthew Balon, Head of Design at Ruby Hotels, share a hilarious first-encounter anecdote, there are many reasons to listen in to the latest episode of the podcast all around the hotel design and hospitality…
read moreExclusive round-up: London Design Festival 2022 London Design Festival 2022 was a week of events, exhibitions and installations as the entire city provided a platform for designers and creative businesses to showcase their work. With festival programme in hand, the Hotel Designs team divided and conquered to ensure that they got to see and experience (almost) everything the event had…
read moreMarriott to take EDITION lakeside in Como Marriott International has signed an agreement with Bain Capital Credit and Omnam Group to take the EDITION Hotels brand to Italy’s Lake Como. The Lake Como EDITION is slated to open in 2025 – here’s what we know… The Lake Como EDITION plans to open in 2025 with 145 luxurious guestrooms, including two…
read moreEpisode 23: understanding ‘lean luxury’ in hotel design Episode 23 of DESIGN POD, sponsored by Minotti London, Editor Hamish Kilburn welcomes Matthew Balon, Head of Design at Ruby Hotels, to explore the emerging concept of ‘lean luxury’ of which the brand is built on… In episode 23 of DESIGN POD, sponsored by Minotti London, Editor Hamish Kilburn has changed his…
read moreInside the newly designed Prague Marriott twenty2degrees Design Partnership has recently completed an extensive refurbishment of the Prague Marriott, weaving references to Czech Cubism into its renewed interiors – we stepped inside for a closer look… Handled in phases from 2018, the project which began as an upgrade of the existing conference spaces to bring them in line with Marriott…
read moreFirst look: inside The Tampa EDITION – a jewel in the crown The creative force behind the Tampa EDITION reads like a who’s who of hospitality design. The hotel and residences have been masterminded and created by Ian Schrager in collaboration with Marriott International, and designed, concepted and programmed by ISC Design Studio, in partnership with Morris Adjmi Architects, Nichols…
read moreJames Latham and Garnica support Salvation Army’s Project Malachi Project Malachi in London is The Salvation Army’s latest homeless accommodation initiative, and the first of its kind to target rough sleepers who have No Recourse to Public Funds. James Latham Ltd and Garnica Plywood have stepped up to support this landmark homeless accommodation with the provision of Duraply for the…
read moreHow the design of Virgin Hotels Edinburgh came to life Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town and a UNESCO World Heritage site, the first Virgin Hotels property outside the USA, designed by architecture and interior design studio Ica, has recently opened its doors. The Ica team’s heritage know-how, combined with their creative talent and hospitality expertise, led to…
read moreFirst look: inside The Ned NoMad in Manhattan As the first Ned to open in North America, Soho House Design collaborated with Stonehill Taylor on the interior design and architecture of the members’ club and hotel, The Ned NoMad. Influenced by the sensation of the Swinging 50s and 60s glamour, the inspiration of the design comes through the space. We…
read moreWhy listen to the latest DESIGN POD episode on British design? That’s right, episode 22 of DESIGN POD, the podcast for all design and architecture enthusiasts, is all about understanding the fabrics – the DNA – of British design, with interior designer Sue Timney joining the sofa as a special guest. Editor Hamish Kilburn, host of the podcast, explains why…
read moreBold brushstrokes: the art inside The Other House, South Kensington Bergman Design House, the design studio behind the interiors of South Kensington’s hottest new address, The Other House, has created and curated a bespoke update of over 100 existing 18th century oil paintings, combining bold, bright colours and a sense of humour, breathing new life into the pieces while creating…
read moreSopwell House gets a further ‘sparc’ of creativity Sparcstudio, an independent, creative design studio with a reputation for excellence in the spa, wellness, hotel and resort sectors, has developed a new design concept for guestrooms in the mansion house at Sopwell House. We stepped inside to get a cheeky look… Following on from its design for the Sopwell House Mews…
read moreedyn announces sixth Locke in London edyn, the hybrid hospitality pioneer which has shaken up the extended stay sector, has announced the expansion of its lifestyle brand Locke with the acquisition of the NH hotel in London’s exclusive Kensington and Chelsea district. The hotel is being designed by London-based architects and designers Atelier Ochre, alongside interior design specialists House of…
read moreHilton opens its 600th property – Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah Hilton takes it’s flagship brand to Dubai’s world-famous island destination, opening its 600th property which joins 33 other properties in the UAE, Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah, on Palm West Beach… Located on the popular Palm West Beach, the new Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah, featuring 608 guestrooms and suites along with…
read moreInterContinental Buckhead Atlanta – a redesign in Southern style As the first major renovation since the InterContinental Atlanta’s inception in 2004, the property’s redesign by KTGY Simeone Deary Design Group was inspired by the pillars of Atlanta’s Southern roots – the state symbols of the peach, honeybee, and Cherokee rose – with stately architecture of the classic manor house woven…
read moreAHC 2022 puts levelling up on the agenda The Annual Hotel Conference (AHC), one of the leading events for the UK hospitality investment industry, will be at Manchester Central Convention Complex on October 3rd and 4th, where the agenda is set to explore the concept of hotels as a catalyst for stimulating inbound investment in the UK… The conference plans…
read moreHabitas prepares to set up camp in Morocco Rooted in the concepts of play, imagination and connection and inspired by Burning Man, Caravan Agafay marks the first of four Habitas properties due to open in Morocco. Here’s what we know… Habitas, the rapidly growing global eco-hospitality group, will launch Caravan Agafay this Autumn, marking the group’s first presence in Morocco,…
read moreMondrian Shoreditch celebrates first birthday in the most Jack Irving of ways Fashion designer Jack Irving, who famously dressed Lady Gaga in that urchin dress, was commissioned to create giant rocket sculpture for the milestone anniversary of the hotel… Mondrian Shoreditch, situated in the heart of London’s creative and cultural hub, has collaborated with fashion designer-come-artist, Jack Irving, to unveil…
read moreIn conversation with: architect Jean-Michel Gathy on designing Aman New York Architectural and interior design firm, Denniston, under the supervision and leadership of Jean-Michel Gathy, is responsible for the design statement encased in the newly opened Aman New York. Situated in the architecturally significant landmark of the Crown Building, Gathy has embedded the peace promised by Aman’s Sanskrit-derived name in…
read moreSneak peek: Introducing Maisons Pariente’s flamboyant Parisian address Le Grand Mazarin in Paris, will be the fourth hotel to be added to the Maisons Pariente collection of luxury boutique hotels in France. With interiors by designer Martin Brudnizki, the hotel begins its original and eclectic story in Le Marais, a neighbourhood beloved by Parisians and travellers from around the world……
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in September 2022 From luxury brands to barefoot on the beach, this months VIP openings covers it all. The creativity on the design front also spans the spectrum, from the Art Deco inspired grandeur of the restoration project that has culminated in Sommerro in Oslo, to the bold primary colours of Radio Hotel in uptown…
read moreAn icon reinvented: New York Marriott Marquis renovated & reimagined The celebrated Times Square Hotel New York Marriott Marquis, the Marriott signature flag, has completed its multi-million dollar renovation, reclaiming its revolving crown at the epicentre of Times Square… Opened in 1985 amid the rejuvenation of Times Square, New York Marriott Marquis’ vibrant location provided inspiration for architecture and interior…
read moreWaldorf Astoria makes its debut in Kuwait Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of the highly anticipated Waldorf Astoria Kuwait, a refined haven blending timeless elegance with modern sensibility and sincere service, situated in the heart of Kuwait City… The new Waldorf Astoria Kuwait shelters 200 contemporary deluxe rooms and suites with panoramic views of the vibrant…
read moreBrown Hotels takes ‘Brown Beach’ to Greece International hotel collection Brown Hotels has announced the opening of two new properties from its new four-star line of resorts: Brown Beach Eretria and Brown Beach Chalkida. The new ‘Brown Beach’ branded resorts are the first to launch under the new sub-brand. Here’s what we know… Known for its quirky, design-driven collection of…
read moreHilton’s flagship brand to debut in Langkawi Hilton has announced the signing of an agreement with Tradewinds Corporation Berhad to expand Hilton’s flagship brand in Malaysia with Hilton Burau Bay Resort Langkawi. The resort marks Tradewinds Corporation Berhad’s fourth property with Hilton – here’s what we know… Scheduled to open in 2024, the 251 guestroom resort will be Hilton’s second…
read moreMiniview: authenticity meets modernity at W Costa Navarino W Costa Navarino, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 hotel brands, has recently opened its doors overlooking the protected and historic Bay of Navarino, and in true W style it is set to introduce a place that fosters creativity, individuality, and freedom of expression… With architectural design led by renowned Greek…
read moreIn conversation with: Toni ElKadi on maximising the hotel bathroom experience With the bathroom playing an increasingly important role when it comes to selecting a hotel, a high-quality, contemporary design is key. Toni ElKadi, Head of Global Project Business Duravit, spoke to us about upgrading the hotel experience, while looking at how to maximise customer satisfaction via design… Whether in…
read moreAkaryn Group takes Aleenta to Chiang Mai Following the success of the Aleenta Resorts & Spas in Phuket and Hua Hin, the luxury boutique hotel group in Asia, AKARYN Hotel Group has announced that it will open its third property under the Aleenta Resort brand of luxury boutique resorts with Aleenta Chiang Mai Resort & Spa slated to open in…
read moreThe importance of colour – an artist’s perspective With colour being the vibrant thread that runs through the work of artist Frances Bildner, she is a strong advocate of the transformative power of art in any environment. We caught up with her to ask the simple but loaded question – what’s so important about colour…? There is no doubt that…
read moreGROHE further commits to greener design scene In an important step towards greener buildings, GROHE is disclosing the ecological impact of its products with the release of Environmental Product Declarations (EPD), and have committed to rolling this out for more than 600 products by the end of October… As carbon emissions from buildings and construction constitute almost 40 per cent…
read moreFour Seasons announces Egyptian expansion Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, in partnership with real estate development corporation Talaat Moustafa Group, has announced its plans for an extensive portfolio expansion in Egypt with the addition of new hotels, residential offerings and significant property enhancements… Building on the long-term partnership with Talaat Moustafa Group, Four Seasons is set to expand its Egyptian…
read moreProduct watch: RAK-Valet, emotion and functionality styled by Patrick Norguet A cluster of visions, drawings, exclusive shapes and a fast-paced rhythm leading to unexpected solutions: this is what the French designer Patrick Norguet brings to each of his new creations. In this collaboration with RAK Ceramics, the results are the contemporary design statement that is RAK-Valet… The RAK-Valet collection combines…
read moreAll we know about Rosewood’s European hotel pipeline Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by Arabella Hospitality to manage the legendary Hotel Schloss Fuschl in Austria, with a reopening scheduled in late 2023… Idyllically situated on the banks of Lake Fuschl, the graceful, historic property is reminiscent of a fairytale castle and has been welcoming illustrious guests for centuries.…
read moreThe Unbound Collection by Hyatt celebrates the authentic spirit of Santorini The highly anticipated luxury Magma Resort Santorini has opened, marking the first resort in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt in the Greek Islands, as it invites guests to find inspiration in the island’s rich history… Designed as a secluded sanctuary nestled amid the hilltops of Vourvoulos, Magma Resort Santorini…
read moreRegistration is open for Independent Hotel Show 2022 It’s time to save the date as visitor registration has opened for the Independent Hotel Show. IHS is the only industry event dedicated entirely to the needs of luxury and boutique hoteliers, and returns to Olympia London, running from 4-5 October this year… The Independent Hotel Show is a comprehensive business event…
read moreSeries 3 of DESIGN POD to land this month Series three of DESIGN POD – the podcast for all architecture and design enthusiasts – will land this August, with eight engaging episodes ready to drop weekly. Editor Hamish Kilburn, host of DESIGN POD, explains what to look forward to… It’s official, series three of DESIGN POD, sponsored by Minotti London,…
read moreEdmund Bell fabrics in the frame at NHow Amsterdam RAI Hotel With cultural influences from all around the world on display through the interior of city landmark NHow Amsterdam RAI Hotel, with collection names like Discovery and Zanzibar, the fabrics from Edmund Bell are a good fit… Designed by Dutch architects OMA, the iconic NHow Amsterdam RAI Hotel is made…
read moreInspiration inside Regent Phu Quoc, designed by BLINK We take a look at what happens when prime movers in placemaking BLINK Design Studio, team up with the last word in authentic Asian luxury to create the stunningly unique resort experience of Regent Phu Quoc – perfectly timed to open as South East Asia roars back to life… This is the…
read moreThe Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon opens its ‘anything but standard’ doors Top of our VIP arrivals list for august, The Standards Asia flagship has taken up residence inside the iconic King Power Mahanakhon, creating an urban retreat offering world-class design, retail and cultural programming anchored by dynamic food, drink, and after-dark offerings in the Thai capital… As the latest addition to…
read moreIn conversation with: Clint Nagata, Founder of BLINK Design Group The bold designs that have come to characterise the work being delivered off the drawing boards of the BLINK Design Group are being rolled out across the globe, impacting on our understanding and experience of hospitality design – this is in no small measure due to the creative energy of its…
read moreEditor checks in: lessons learned in hospitality design since Covid-19 It’s coming up to two and a half years since a deadly virus aggressively brought the hospitality and design industry to its knees. Rules, regulations and guidelines were sharply put in place, but did any of them stick – and have we emerged from the forced hibernation with a wider…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in August 2022 Turning up the heat, Editor Hamish Kilburn explores some of the hottest hotels that will be emerging on the hospitality scene this August – including an anything but standard jewel in Bangkok, first-time arrivals in Doha and Greece and an icon making itself known over in New York… From the balmy climates…
read moreLive roundtable: enhancing luxury through digital innovations Amidst the design laden schedule of Clerkenwell Design Week, Editor Hamish Kilburn, in association with Kohler, found time to sit down at a table with a group of leading designers to discuss the path that technology is – or should be – heading in the realm of wellness and intuitive bathroom design… Thoughts…
read moreYOTEL announces new flagship hotel in Tokyo The innovative hotel brand YOTEL has announced its first hotel in Japan. Slated to open in 2024 YOTEL Tokyo will be located in Ginza, one of Tokyo’s most desirable and dynamic neighbourhoods. Here’s what we know… The new YOTEL Tokyo is steps away from Ginza, the city’s most popular dining and shopping destination,…
read morePullman Doha West prepares to open its doors Pullman Doha West Bay, the first Pullman in the heart of Doha, is opening the doors on a stylish addition to the iconic West Bay skyline and bringing a contemporary twist to Doha’s diverse hospitality scene… The upscale Pullman hotel in central Doha is poised to welcome residents, leisure and business travellers…
read moreBREAKING: The House Collective to open first hotel outside China Positioned in Tokyo’s fashionable Shibuya district, the as-yet unnamed luxury hotel – the fifth property in The House Collective portfolio – is expected to be an inspiring and peaceful retreat from the city. Editor Hamish Kilburn writes… Swire Hotels has announced a collaboration with Tokyu Corporation and Tokyu Department Store…
read moreSneak peek: inside Virgin Hotels Glasgow We step inside Virgin Hotels Glasgow, the second Virgin Hotels to launch in the UK, ahead of its official opening slated for December… Situated on the banks of River Clyde, is the newest addition to the Virgin portfolio, Virgin Hotels Glasgow. The hotel was developed by Silk Property Group, which selected Twenty First Architects…
read moreIn conversation with: Rose Campbell, Head of Creative Development at Newmor Rose Campbell joined Newmor five years ago, and in that time she has had a huge impact on their design portfolio. We spent some time with Campbell as she walked and talked us through the design process behind the print… Newmor has been manufacturing and designing wallcoverings for over…
read moreSneak peek: Inside Dorsett Gold Coast Taking design cues from the views and vistas of Australia’s Gold Coast, Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA) unveils the interiors of Dorsett Gold Coast, located at The Star Gold Coast’s world-class entertainment and leisure destination in Australia… Drawing inspiration from the beautiful coastline views of Broadbeach Island, the lush vegetation of the hinterland and the…
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