Hotel Designs Hotel DesignsFollowing the reopening of Radisson Blu, Nice, Hotel Designs caught up with design firm Trevillion to find out what challenges it faced when refurbishing both the guestrooms and meeting and events areas of the hotel… Located on the famous Promenade des Anglais, Radisson Blu, Nice, has recently undergone monumental refurbishments as part of a colossal €12 million upgrade. Commencing in 2015, the…
read moreThe rise in innovative lighting technologies is pushing the boundaries of what can be achieved in hospitality interiors, both aesthetically and in terms of energy efficiency. Ian Drinkwater, Managing Director of Applelec explores how the latest developments and trends are changing the face of lighting… It’s no secret that bespoke interior design is the key to success in the hotel…
read moreThis year’s 20th anniversary of Hotel Summit becomes the most successful event to date in Hotel Designs history… More than 60 hotel general managers and more than 30 supplier partners attended the 20th anniversary of Hotel Summit, making it the most successful event to date. Hoteliers and suppliers gathered at the Radisson Blu Stansted on Monday June 4 for the…
read moreIn our technology feature this month, we’re discussing how tech, placed thoughtfully, can help to create a relevant and modern in-room experience. With 73 per cent of travellers wanting in-room voice commands, should hotels offer Alexa in guestrooms? One company believes so… Imagine a world where guests can use the power of their voice to order hotel service directly from…
read moreThe hotel becomes the second operated under the Sol House brand in Bali and Indonesia, marking Meliá Hotels International’s continued commitment to expansion in the region… Meliá Hotels International has the opened Sol House Bali Kuta. Originally known as Kuta Beach Club, the property underwent a total refurbishment to become part of the Sol House brand. Located in the heart…
read moreInterior design agency Nic Graham & Associates allows W Brisbane to rises in the Sunshine State to open 312 guestrooms and 32 luxe suites… The heat is on as W Hotels, part of Marriott International, re-enters Australia with the opening of W Brisbane. Owned by Shayher Group, W Brisbane is a vibrant addition to the Sunshine State, situated overlooking Brisbane River. The new…
read moreNish Palas Istanbul, as part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, has officially opened its doors, marking the entry into Turkey for The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand. Located in Nişantaşı, one of Istanbul’s oldest and most exciting neighbourhoods, sits the 45-room boutique hotel, which boasts a restaurant, bar, spa and a variety of meeting rooms. “We are thrilled to…
read moreAhead of it being the venue of the 20th Anniversary of Hotel Summit next month, the Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted unveils fully refurbished meeting and event spaces… Located just 500m from Stansted Airport and a short walk from the new Stansted Arrivals building launching in 2020, Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted blends sophisticated design within its newly refurbished modern meeting…
read moreMarketing Executive from UK Trade Furnishings Ltd Ross King explains how to create the perfect hotel experience in four steps… The hotel industry is one of the largest in the UK, with an average occupancy rate of 76 per cent as of 2018 alone. From business trips to family holidays, hotels are in constant demand, meaning that even the smallest of…
read moreInterContinental® Hotels & Resorts has brought modern luxury to Bulgaria with the opening of InterContinental® Sofia, an IHG® hotel, in the culture-filled capital city… Marking the brand’s debut in Bulgaria but seventh opening in Eastern Europe, the hotel features 194 rooms, including 27 Club rooms and 37 Suites. Drawing inspiration from the surrounding city and its vibrant history, every touchpoint…
read moreSANDdesign led the project to reimagine the interiors with sleek design and modern décor… The Renaissance Denver Stapleton Hotel has completed a $15 million renovation project that began in April 2017. The entire hotel has been renovated including all 400 guestrooms, 40,000 square feet of meeting spaces, the lobby and all public spaces. Californian-based design firm SANDdesign created a classic and subdued colour scheme,…
read moreHotel Indigo opens in central London with a vision to reflect the historic patina of a theatre through quality design… Nestled in the heart of London’s theatreland district, Hotel Indigo has used the power of surface design to tell the neighbourhood story. In collaboration with London-based architectural design practice Michaelis Boyd, specialist surface finishes firm Viero UK used Marmorin Hydro decorative plaster across the…
read moreAs it prepares to check in to the capital for spring 2019… Hard Rock Hotel London has given Hotel Designs an exclusive first look inside the new hotel ahead of opening its doors in spring 2019. Drawing on the legacy of the greats who stayed here in decades past – and an inspiration to those who are yet to write their own…
read moreDon’t forget to register for your FREE place at the 20th Anniversary Hotel Summit, which is taking place at the Radisson Blu, London Stansted on June 4th & 5th – Click here for all the details. It’s the hotel industry’s premier face-to-face networking event, where industry suppliers and buyers converge for a series of highly productive meetings. Among the hotelier and hospitality delegates already…
read moreHeaded up by Managing Director Lee Birchall, DV8 Designs is renowned for designing and delivering unique and exceptionally creative solutions to each client depending on the site, brief and budget, with flexibility as one of its core strengths. Lee is responsible for designing a number of hotels and venues across the UK. From country house classics to upmarket boutiques, DV8…
read moreStyle and technology to the fore, with Glasgow comic artist Frank Quitely designing the wallpaper. Radisson Hotel Group has opened its first RED hotel in the UK, with the 174-room Radisson RED Glasgow also the first new-build Radisson RED property to open in Europe. Radisson RED is Radisson Hotel Group’s upscale, select service hotel brand, focused on informal services, the latest…
read moreAs part of Hotel Design’s spotlight this month on spa products and services, Michael Gray, GROHE UK Product Manager, investigates the design possibilities offered to hotels by the latest shower, lighting, music and faucet technologies for bathrooms… Luxury hotel bathrooms are designed to make a statement, using products that encourage wellbeing and promote a space of relaxation. As a result, there is a…
read moreAirbnb is well covered on Hotel Designs. Here, Nakul Sharma, CEO and Founder of Hostmaker shares his thoughts on the online marketplace and hospitality service. In the hospitality industry, we are seeing more people looking for stylish yet affordable places to stay when on holiday. Airbnb has exploded in popularity in recent years, with the latest Airbnb data revealing a…
read moreDesign concepts include ‘sun’ optical illusion. Planning permission has been granted for the four-star luxury Hotel La Tour in Milton Keynes, with the next phase of design planning now underway. The 250-bed hotel, located on Marlborough Gate, will include conference and meeting room services, a gym, spa and pool facilities as well as a rooftop restaurant with a viewing gallery. The…
read moreJoin us at the Hotel Summit this summer and you’ll get exclusive insights into Trivago’s consumer insights research. The Hotel Summit is the hotel industry’s premier face-to-face networking event, where industry suppliers and buyers converge for a series of highly productive meetings. This year the event will be held at the Radisson Blu, London Stansted on June 4th – 5th. Click…
read moreModular construction is an ever-growing market, with everything from hospital wards to student accommodation being built offsite and then shipped to the construction area. There are numerous advantages to this type of construction, making this forward-thinking technique a natural and powerful solution to progressive hotel design. Below are five of the biggest benefits of this new and improved approach to…
read moreRamside Estates-owned County Durham hotel has unveiled its new look The Hardwick Hall Hotel at Sedgefield has been given a £500,000 facelift, which includes a revamped bar and lounge area. The hotel’s Boyne Suite, which can take up to 120 guests, has also benefited from a new carpet, curtains and complete redecoration. The four star hotel, which is located in Hardwick County…
read moreDistinctive image inside and out for the old Cedar Hotel Architect Goettsch Partners and hospitality design firm TAL Studio have worked together to deliver a distinctive image inside and out for Viceroy Hotel Group’s new Viceroy Chicago. The development, managed by Chicago-based Convexity Properties, pays homage to the history of Chicago with curated architecture, design, art and style. Historic Architecture Located at…
read moreA boutique Cambridgeshire hotel is set for a stunning £2.5m extension after planning permission was granted. The grand Felix Hotel in Cambridge is set for 16 new bedrooms and a glass reception area which was likened to the world-famous Barcelona Pavilion by planners. Taking a methodical and rational approach to the planning, the main objective is to improve the guest experience…
read moreRenowned British interior designer Kelly Hoppen and Mauritian architect Jean-Francois Adam have unveiled their total redesign of the latest LUX* Hotel and Resort. Having undergone the $32 (£22.81) million refurbishment, the all-new LUX* Grand Gaube on the northern coast of Mauritius has re-opened and welcomed its first guests. With a simple yet refined design style and considered comfort throughout the resort, British…
read moreL’oscar is an exclusive new 39-bedroom luxury hotel and a previously-abandoned architectural gem, now fantastically-restored and re-imagined in all its Baroque glory. Once left derelict, this 110-year-old treasure has been subject to a no-expense-spared refurbishment by highly-esteemed French architect and designer Jacques Garcia. Hidden in the heart of one of London’s trendiest Borough’s, on Southampton Row, it boasts a spectacular…
read moreDesigned by Matthews Mee Interior Design and managed by Redefine|BDL Hotels, the hotel combines contemporary style and heritage-rich designs to reflect its Welsh location, the new Hotel Indigo Cardiff opens this November. Electrical accessories supplier Hamilton Litestat was selected to supply its modern solutions that complement the design themes and deliver a high-quality look. As with all Hotel Indigo establishments,…
read moreDescribed as a ‘sophisticated playground exclusively for grown-ups’, the 81 guestroom resort is located between Marbella town and Puerto Banus. Nobu Hotels has confirmed a March 29th grand opening for its Nobu Hotel Marbella, with the resort offering personal concierge service, an exclusive beach area with branded sun loungers, in-room signature Nobu treatments with access to the Six Senses Spa, a fitness centre, tennis club and…
read moreThe brand-new Hyatt House Jersey City creates an exciting destination with spectacular views of Manhattan in Exchange Place’s increasingly popular waterfront downtown area. Stonehill Taylor completed Interior Design for the hotel, housed in a 10-story bank building from the 1920s with a 3-story modern glass addition on top by Atlanta-based PFVS. The interiors feature striking historic features of the old…
read moreLeading international hotel group Jumeirah have opened their first hotel in Bahrain. The Jumeriah Royal Saray aims to give guests a royal experience. Guests can book actual “royal residences” within the hotel, which are a luxurious alternative to the hotel’s “Summerhouses” suites, and are decked out in the colours and patterns preferred by the Bahrain royal family. The Royal Saray hotel’s…
read moreeasyHotel, the super budget hotel group, are seeking a huge cash injection as they look to extend their portfolio of stripped-back hotels. The hotel will grow the brand through a conditional placing of 45,454,546 shares, valued at 110.0 pence per share. The end goal for the group is to raise £50 million to fuel further growth. “Excellent progress…” easyHotel aim…
read moreHard Rock International insist their continued roll out of new hotels will now have a focus on areas with “deep musical roots”. The latest is Hard Rock Hotel New Orleans. In the traditional heartland of America’s jazz music scene, Hard Rock Hotel New Orleans will be in the city’s historic French Quarter and New Orleans Theatre District. The look and…
read moreAn emerging hospitality technology company have secured a deal with a leading hotel group, thanks to a relationship built and maintained at the Hotel Designs Meet Up. Technology brand Wi-Q deliver web-app mobile ordering solutions to help streamline the payment processes in the hospitality sector. After attending the Hotel Designs Meet up at Home House, London, the brand secured a…
read moreSmall Luxury Hotels Of The World, the boutique hotel group who “don’t believe bigger is better” have unveiled the latest editions to their international portfolio. Intriguing hotels in Indonesia, Netherlands, Jamaica, Florida, Kenya and Anguilla are now available through the company, who book and manage luxury getaways for an international audience. Here are the best bits from the new additions.…
read moreAfter teasing a launch as far back as 2014, French hospitality group Mama Shelter are finally opening one of their hotels in London, which will fuse restaurant and hotel concepts to make one distinct social space. Aimed at Millennials, the Mama Shelter hotel will overtake the RE Hotel on the outskirts of Shoreditch in east London, and will take on…
read moreWho goes on holiday to slum it? A whole load of people are expected to, now that the first Indian ‘slum hotel’ has opened. The idea is that foreign visitors to India will be able to experience living in poverty, with a real family, in an ‘authentic’ family house. The ‘slum hotel’ is now open in Mumbai and a night’s stay…
read moreSponsored by Signbox The hospitality sector is the place where architectural signage truly comes to life. The impression guests receive when they first arrive at your hotel and step inside can make or break their experience and determine the success of your business. Architectural sign company Signbox lists the top ten architectural sign solutions for the hotel industry. We’ve spent 30 years…
read moreThe hospitality sector is the place where architectural signage truly comes to life. The impression guests receive when they first arrive at your hotel and step inside can make or break their experience and determine the success of your business. Architectural sign company Signbox lists the top ten architectural sign solutions for the hotel industry. 1. External brand signs The…
read moreAs a hotelier, nothing is more important than the safety of your staff and guests. Paul Sweeting is a Technical Director with Bradbury Group, who specialise in manufacturing security and fire doors. Here, he shares the essential fire prevention precautions that all hotels should have in place. All hotels — from small bed and breakfasts, to big corporate chains catering…
read more“In a world where customer service has evaporated, Mode:Green is still holding on to being proactive in maintaining high levels of customer service; they show up when needed, and you’re confident that they’re going to stand behind their installation” — Fergal Hayes, project director for Capital Expenditures with Starwood Hotels In all markets, millennials are causing businesses to reinvent themselves.…
read moreThe newest addition to the MarBella Hotels family, MarBella Nido Suite Hotel & Villas, is set to open on the 5th May 2018. Situated adjacent to sister property MarBella Corfu Hotel located in Agios Ionnis Peristeron, next to the renowned Zavitsianos Estate, all of MarBella Nido’s suites boast 180 degree views of the Corfiot straits. Taking inspiration from Corfu’s triple…
read moreOffering unrivalled access to a host of London’s most bustling business and leisure hubs, the new 196-bed ibis London Canning Town hotel delivers style, comfort and affordability to all travellers, in one of the capital’s most exciting emerging locations. The hotel is a key element of the newly-established Hallsville Quarter – a £600 million town centre project established in conjunction…
read moreDeveloper Manorcrest Group has announced the completion of the new £25 million DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Ferensway, Hull. The four-star hotel, which boasts 165 bedrooms, a 1000 sq ft ballroom for events, a Marco Pierre White restaurant and rooftop bar, has had an accelerated constructed period of only 13-months. Manorcrest Group started the construction of the hotel in October…
read moreAccorHotels has signed a management agreement with leading Dubai-based master developer Nakheel for the expansion of AccorHotels’ globally-renowned luxury brand, Raffles Hotels & Resorts. The agreement, recognised by Nakheel Chairman Ali Rashid Lootah and Sébastien Bazin, Chairman and CEO of AccorHotels at a signing ceremony at the International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) in Cannes (France) will lead to the opening…
read moreCIRC HOTEL, a 111-room modern boutique hotel, is set to open early 2018 on Young Circle in Downtown Hollywood, Florida. Located at the landmark $200 million (£148 million) mixed-use Hollywood Circle development, CIRC HOTEL has begun taking reservations for stays starting in winter/spring 2018. Designed with a contemporary flair and inspired by the area’s burgeoning arts scene, the long-awaited, 12-story…
read moreIn celebration of its 110th anniversary, the Hotel Walther commissioned Brintons to translate the elaborate designs of interior designer Virginia Maissen into woven Axminster rugs and fitted carpet to complement the refurbishment of the hotel. The concept of the design was to create a modern, inviting and comfortable feel in this grand hotel with inspiration taken from its surroundings and…
read moreEurope is a haven of beautiful, dynamic and vibrant cities. Its cities are also home to some of the finest hotels in the world. Here are Hotel Designs’ picks for five to look out for… La Réserve Hotel and Spa, Paris (MAIN IMAGE) Set in a 19th-century mansion, this luxury hotel is a 2-minute walk from the nearest metro station, and…
read moreIntroducing an exciting new property to Portugal’s Algarve region, The Magnolia Hotel is a unique Miami Style Boutique Hotel which opened in October 2017. Boasting the hottest Café del Mar style beats, this is a place to truly be yourself, relax and experience the Algarve in a new way. This hotel is turning heads with it’s cool neon signs and…
read moreOpening in the vibrant and historic old town of Puerto Vallarta in early February 2018, Hotel Amapa embodies the fusion of traditional Mexican aesthetic with a laidback yet spirited vision in contemporary design bringing a new, fresh vibe to the area. With over 35 years of hospitality experience, developer David Harries led a pioneering team including Antoine Ratigan of Circleminds,…
read moretrivago has reviewed the data and tallied the scores, and it’s time to reveal the hotels that travellers consider to be the very best — the winners of the trivago Awards 2018. The trivago Awards give hoteliers the chance to receive recognition for their hard work and dedication to providing exemplary guest experiences, and to highlight and publicise this achievement…
read moreKelly Hoppen MBE has joined forces with leading carpet manufacturer Brintons to create a bold new collection of contemporary woven carpets. The new venture is the renowned interior designer’s first ever carpet collection and will be launched at this year’s Sleep, the annual hotel design event taking place in London today and tomorrow. The Kelly Hoppen Collection by Brintons brings…
read moreSleep is one of Europe’s premier hotel design events, and took place in London 21st-22nd November 2017, at The Business Design Centre, Angel. The brief for designers of this year’s Sleep Set edition is ‘Loyalty: Lessons in Love’: a hotel not as just a place to sleep, but a real experience. Brilliant hotel design creating enduring memories and guest loyalty.…
read moreThe annual Sleep event is once again upon us. Hotel Designs partners AXOR/hansgrohe, Kaldewei and Morgan are showcasing their latest collections at the Business Design Centre, Islington from 21st and 22nd November. Karen, Steph, Paris and myself will be there all day tomorrow, and on Wednesday Karen, Kate and Desi will be attending. If you need to contact us during…
read moreHyatt Hotels has announced the opening of Andaz Singapore, the first Andaz hotel to open in Southeast Asia. Andaz Singapore furthers the brand’s mission to create inspiring, indigenous experiences that immerse guests in the local culture of each unique destination. The hotel marks the seventeenth property for the brand and joins other Andaz hotels in global gateway cities and top…
read moreSet to be complete in spring 2018, famed Danish architect Arne Jacobsen’s only hotel, the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Copenhagen, is in the final stages of its extensive renewal and modernisation. The world-famous landmark is undergoing a major redesign and already now, the entire meeting space, the new Café Royal Restaurant, the entire lobby and most of the guest rooms…
read moreHamilton Park Racecourse has unveiled plans for a multi-million pound hotel development on its grounds, with a formal planning application made to South Lanarkshire Council. The prestigious venue aims to open a hotel on the site on the town’s Bothwell Road for the first time in its 90-year history. The 118-guestroom property, operating under Hilton’s fastest growing brand, Hampton by…
read moreFollowing its debut at Grand Designs Live in Birmingham, GROHE’s UK Marketing Director Raj Mistry, has labelled the event a ‘tremendous success’ as it drew big crowds to its stand to learn more about its innovative water products. This year, the popular consumer home and renovation show welcomed thousands of visitors, many of whom were drawn to GROHE’s stand. One…
read moreArtfully combining sophisticated minimalism with the industrial aesthetic of an early 20th-century warehouse, The Robey Hall puts guests at the heart of the action in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighbourhood. The hip younger sister property of The Robey offers up Modern American cuisine at the neighboring Café Robey, as well as rooftop cocktails with cityscape views at Up & Up and…
read moreThe New Esplanade Hotel, the successor to the storied old Esplanade hotel that fell to the wrecking ball in the early 1970s, is embarking on a renovation and re-positioning that will reestablish its position as a vibrant link on Perth’s Elizabeth Quay. The hotel’s new management company, Louis T Collection, and owners H&M Capital Pty Ltd, have commissioned a diverse…
read moreFar East Hospitality, Singapore’s leading operator of hotels and serviced residences, has signed a term sheet with Fontaine Investment to operate three new properties – Village Hotel Sentosa, The Outpost Sentosa and a third hotel whose name will be confirmed at a later stage. The hotels, located at Artillery Avenue in the Palawan area of Sentosa, are targeted to open…
read moreHotel Indigo Cardiff is a boutique hotel that has been designed by Matthews Mee Interior Design to evoke classic Welsh heritage. As with all Hotel Indigo establishments, the surrounding area was carefully researched to discover the location’s intricacies, its history, special events, industry and people. The hotel is then designed around this to provide a unique and more meaningful experience…
read moreWhile the United States is usually considered the land of cookie-cutter, chain hotels; if one delves deeper, some real independent and boutique gems can be found across the US. Here are Hotel Designs picks for five to look out for… Rancho Valencia, Rancho Santa Fe California (MAIN IMAGE) Since its opening in 1989, the award-winning Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa…
read moreBankside, a design-forward hotel for London, is set to open in September next year on the south bank of the Thames. Just minutes from the City and close to some of the capital’s best loved landmarks – Tate Modern, the National Theatre and Borough Market – the hotel will be opening in one of the trendiest areas of the city.…
read moreIndependent Hotel Show has built up a reputation for offering high-quality, focussed and insightful seminars during the two days of the event. This year’s edition has been no different. Hotel Designs picks out the highlights from Tuesday and Wednesday’s programme… UK Independent Hotels This ‘state of the industry’ address featured vital intel on the health of the hospitality sector right…
read moreWhat makes the ‘perfect hotel bedroom’? New for this year’s show – the Independent Hotel Show is trying to determine exactly that. Having commissioned a survey of consumers to find out their preferences and tastes, they assigned the design of the perfect hotel bedroom, which is to be presented by Chic Retreats. Questions in the survey revolved around the design…
read moreThis October marks the opening of M Social Auckland, an exciting new lifestyle hotel positioned on the waterfront in Auckland’s prime CBD. The opening marks the expansion of Millennium Hotels and Resorts’ M Social brand to two properties, following the successful launch of Philippe Starck-designed M Social Singapore last summer. Centred around the design experience, M Social Auckland offers contemporary…
read moreHere are some of the highlights of the two-day event Hotel Tech Live – find Hotel Designs on stand 4102…
read moreHotel Tech Live is now underway and Hotel Designs can bring you some of the highlights of the fantastic speaker programme at this year’s event live from the floor of the show… TUESDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER 11.45 – Keynote Theatre 2 – Magdelana Osmola – Marketing Director at the Macdonald Monchique, Portugal – The presentation will look at challenges of getting…
read moreHotels good fortune continues but as uncertainty weighs in, is this as good as it gets? UK hotels have enjoyed record trading, underpinned by the boom in overseas leisure travel. PwC forecast a slower pace of growth in 2018 as the stimulus of the weak pound starts to weaken, and new supply kicks in. Add into the mix, global political…
read moreAbout. Hotel Summit, which takes place on May 9 – 10, 2024 at Celtic Manor Resort, is a long-standing, personalised event for hospitality professionals and leading suppliers alike. For more than two decades, Hotel Summit has been bringing together senior hospitality professionals with key-industry suppliers for a series of one-to-one meetings, exclusive networking opportunities and premium seminar programmes. When: May…
read moreInterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has revealed the name of its new high-quality midscale brand, avid hotels, alongside a brand logo and renderings of the hotel exterior, public space and guest rooms. First introduced to owners at the IHG Americas Conference in June, avid hotels is franchise ready beginning today, officially marking the start of licensing in the US for this much-anticipated…
read moreSleeperz Hotels, the innovative UK budget hotel operator, has completed a 43-room expansion of its Cityroomz Edinburgh hotel with a new wing accessible via Princes Street. Sleeperz has converted Princes House, a former three storey office block, into a deluxe wing made up of superior double, family and cabin rooms; as well as ten suites with kitchenettes and lounges. David…
read moreMADE Hotel comes to life as the inaugural hotel project from developer, Sam Gelin. Spread across 18 storeys with 108 guest rooms at the intersection of 29th and Broadway in the NoMad neighborhood, MADE takes a reinvented approach towards guest experience. Joining Gelin is Head Chef and longtime friend, Greg Proechel, who will be overseeing all food offerings at MADE.…
read moreRoom Mate Hotels, the Spanish global company founded and chaired by Kike Sarasola, has increased its portfolio with a new opening in the heart of the exotic city of Istanbul. Room Mate Emir contributes to the international expansion of the company, which plans to inaugurate in the following year new hotels in cities like Rotterdam, Madrid and Paris. Room Mate…
read moreAn Edinburgh hotel that puts profits back into advancing surgical standards worldwide to improve patient outcomes is to undergo a major £8.5m 52 room expansion. Following record occupancy numbers, Ten Hill Place is increasing to 129 rooms – close to a 70 per cent increase on its current provision of 77 rooms. The expansion will sensitively renovate neighbouring Hill Place…
read moreGo to bed with a Fabergé egg, check into a space room, sleep within a hanging installation or under a giant cloud, or even settle down in snail world, all made entirely of ice and snow at this winter’s Icehotel. These are just a few of the designs which have been announced for the unique hotel built each winter on…
read moreRoom 2 has announced the development of a new apart-hotel in Southampton, with a focus on design, comfort and value. The venue billed as the design hotel for the modern traveller, offers 71 studio rooms, and is located on 1-8 Queens Terrace in Southampton. The hotel is due to be completed by March 2018, with a further site planned to…
read moreIn the coming weeks, Hotel Designs will be profiling the 50 finalists in the HD Brit List 2017 – this week, we continue with five more of the top 25 hoteliers… ROBIN SHEPPARD – BESPOKE HOTELS Together with his business partner Haydn Fentum, Robin launched the now supremely successful Bespoke Hotels back in 2001 as a management company, which nowadays…
read more‘True luxury is always modest,’ muses Eero Koivisto, one of the Swedish architect and design trio Claesson Koivisto Rune. The firm have recently completed work on Bergen Børs, their third hotel project for hyperlocal Norwegian hospitality group De Bergenske inside a year. The 127-bedroom hotel – with its timeless, neutral interiors, immaculate custom furnishings, and subtle nods to a grand…
read moreResearch from Beacon, the UK’s leading purchasing company, has revealed that over 50% of UK hotel guests struggle to get a good night’s sleep when staying in a hotel. With summer holiday in full swing, Beacon, working alongside its leading bedding supplier Fogarty, has pulled together its top tips on how operators can make sure guests get a restful sleep…
read moreHotel Designs is delighted to announce, once again, its media partnership for the 2017 edition of Sleep, being held at London’s Business Design Centre on 21-22 November. As Hotel Designs continues to maintain its position within the interior design and hotel industry, partnering with shows of the pedigree of Sleep is the perfect way to reach key influencers and figures…
read moreThe Leading Hotels of the World is pleased to announce the addition of eight new members to its collection of over 375 independent, luxury hotels. Of these, six are also new to the hospitality scene in 2017. Spanning the globe from Canada to Spain to Korea, these distinguished properties offer varied styles of architecture and design, and immersive cultural experiences…
read moreGlen Coben, of NYC-based architecture & design firm, Glen and Co. Architecture has just finished the renovation and redesign of the 1893, Ames Boston Hotel, and the restaurant inside, Cultivar, taking the building’s original architecture and redesigning it to merge the past, present and future by blending modern elegance with its many preserved, original features, to create a combo of…
read moreUnique architecture and interiors, combined with a rich history and heritage, form the foundations of these eight hotels within the upscale Radisson Blu collection, which are located in some of Europe’s most popular, dynamic and stylish cities. These include Radisson Blu Strand Hotel, Stockholm; Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Copenhagen; Radisson Blu Old Mill Hotel, Belgrade; Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam; Radisson…
read moreHead of interior design and conservation at Nottingham-based Franklin Ellis Architects, Denise Ellis, who has worked with the firm for over 24 years, is a heavyweight in the hotel interior design industry. Having worked with international brands though to independents including Hilton, DoubleTree by Hilton, Best Western, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express and Staybridge Suites, Denise discusses the ever-changing sector…
read moreSKYE Hotel Suites Parramatta opens its doors this week, bringing unrivalled urban luxury to Sydney’s West. The highly-anticipated opening sees Crown Group lead the charge into Parramatta’s 5-star hotel market, elevating the suburb into Sydney’s second CBD. Committed to the ultimate in guest luxury, SKYE Hotel Suites comprises 72 apartment-style suites with the finest bespoke furnishings and fittings. Each features…
read moreThe new 61 bedroom LEGOLAND Castle Hotel opens straight on to the LEGOLAND theme park, offering guests a completely immersive LEGO® experience. Award winning architecture and interiors practice, The Manser Practice, was commissioned by Merlin Entertainments Ltd to design and deliver the ultimate LEGO family hotel, as well as extension works to the LEGOLAND Resort Hotel facilities at the resort.…
read moreSignbox has supplied a bespoke tenant directory sign for the reception area at 12 Arthur Street, near London Bridge. Having won the opportunity with contractors Kingly Developments through a competitive tender process in January 2017, the work was completed in mid-June. The project formed a key part of the extensive reception and lift lobby refurbishment in this prestigious office building…
read moreIn the coming weeks, Hotel Designs will be profiling the 50 finalists in the HD Brit List 2017 – this week, we continue with five more of the top 25 hoteliers… OLIVER HEYWOOD – FLAT CAP HOTELS With a family history steeped in hospitality, Oliver (alongside his brother Dominic) was in prime position to make his mark in the industry.…
read moreAKA, the leading hospitality brand that celebrities choose for their extended stays, with properties throughout the United States and London, has created an exclusive Penthouse Collection at its landmarked AKA Times Square, redesigning 12 penthouse suites to cater to today’s travelers who desire unique and elevated accommodations. “Penthouse living is no longer about aspirational luxury,” said Larry Korman, president of…
read moreNobu Hotel Shoreditch opened on 1 July, located in the heart of London’s artistic quarter. Set back from the lively hub of Great Eastern Street, Nobu Hotel Shoreditch offers a dynamic blend of Nobu’s signature east-meets-west philosophy and Shoreditch’s creative and industrial energy. The property boasts 143 guest rooms and seven suites, meeting space, a lobby bar and 240-seat restaurant,…
read moreAC Hotels by Marriott, a lifestyle hotel brand from Marriott International, has opened AC Hotel Mainz, the brand’s first property in Germany, offering entrepreneurial spirits a new way to hotel in the destination of Mainz. As the first boutique-style hotel in Mainz, the property adds to the brand’s growing global portfolio of more than 100 design-led hotels located in Brazil,…
read moreLuxury aparthotel brand, Roomzzz, is set to expand into Scotland with a brand-new aparthotel confirmed within the £1bn Edinburgh St James development, scheduled to open in 2021. The new Roomzzz Edinburgh aparthotel will take prime position within the 1.7 million-sq-ft Edinburgh St James development in the heart of the city. With 73 luxury apartments planned, from smart studios to luxury…
read moreAs the global hospitality marketplace evolves and travelers’ preferences shift, what are the future trends that hotel designers need to anticipate? And how can we be visionary in our approach to each and every assignment? Rob Skyes, senior associate WATG shares his thoughts… Our industry constantly yearns for innovation, with each hotel brand and independent operator seeking ways in which…
read moreDevelopers of the £25m DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Hull have announced that they have just passed the halfway point of the build. The hotel, located in Ferensway, is being delivered by Lincolnshire-based developer Manorcrest Group who began work on the site in October 2016. With a 14-month construction period the eagerly awaited hotel, which will boast 165 bedrooms and…
read moreTravellers can now live the luxury treetop dream with a little help from the Hotels.com. Loved by guests awards and the millions of genuine guest reviews they’re based on, ten amazing hotels have been crowned winners in the brand new Best for Treehouse category, and they’ll be climbing straight to the top of your wish list. Today’s travellers are aiming…
read moreThe Lowry Hotel has scooped the Best Bedroom Award in the CHS Awards 2017 – held at the Royal Armouries, Leeds earlier this month. The CHS Awards provide hotels and venues with a unique opportunity to showcase their facilities. The Awards are judged by an independent panel of over 50 event professionals from leading agencies throughout the UK. The Lowry…
read moreKimpton Shorebreak Hotel has announced the completion of a major hotel update, refreshing outdoor spaces, lobby, all 157 guestrooms, and the opening of a new restaurant. The updated rooms and public spaces now showcase a fresh take on Southern California style, incorporating modern graphics, moody ocean tones and windswept ripples paired with retro inspired prints and furnishings. The refresh comes…
read moreGanesh Prasad recently joined international lighting specialists Chelsom as Head of Technical. Having worked in India, the Middle East and the UK he brings a wealth of experience in all aspects of technical lighting with a speciality in LED light sources, their design and function. Since he joined the company, Ganesh has noticed an interesting difference in the type and…
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