Hotel Designs Hotel DesignsAccelerating growth in Latin America, W Hotels Worldwide has recently announced plans to open the second W Hotel in Mexico City, to be located within the bustling Santa Fe business district. Managed under an agreement between Starwood Hotels & Resorts, ALHEL and GIM Desarrollos, W Santa Fe will overlook one of the area’s most stunning evergreen valleys, with spectacular views…
read moreAndy Thornton Ltd has completed the design and fit-out of Le Bouchon in Oslo – in just seven weeks. The French-style bistro captures the low-key glamour and grandeur of a 1930s Parisian brasserie with its use of lightly distressed oak, brass, muted colours and light.The brasserie is testament to the dedication and skill of the interior design and specialist joinery…
read moreVondel Hotels, a member of Epoque Hotels, expands its collection of boutique hotels opening its 3rd four star hotel on the 29th of April 2011: Hotel JL No76. Hotel JL №76 is situated in two 18th century mansions in the heart of Amsterdam, right in the middle of the museum & fashion district. Leidseplein, Vondelpark, Concert Hall and its two…
read moreOn the 3rd of May 2011, the winners of the 2nd Oxford Brookes “Bespoke Hotels Group – Entrepreneur of the Year” were announced.As the final assessment for their Hospitality & Tourism Entrepreneurship module, Oxford Brookes University students had to pitch in Dragon’s Den style an innovative hospitality or tourism product or service to a panel of successful hospitality and tourism…
read moreGuests of The Marylebone Hotel can experience the finest cutting edge fitness facilities the capital has to offer courtesy of the much-anticipated The Third Space Health Club and Spa. Located in the heart of Marylebone Village and only a stone’s throw from bustling Oxford Circus, being away from home doesn’t mean you have to be away from a good workout.…
read moreThe Rezidor Hotel Group has opened the very first Radisson Blu Hotel in Nigeria: the Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel, Lagos VI with 170 guest rooms. The Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel, Lagos VI is nestled along the Lagos Lagoon waterfront area of Victoria Island – ideally placed in the heart of the business district and close to the Mega Plaza shopping…
read moreAfter re-designing all public spaces in 2006, creating a new bar and the Ariana salon, FG stijl was asked again in 2010 to re-design and decorate ten rooms in the old building of the hotel, which are just opened. With the new design more space and luxury were created. Behind every bed a floor-to-ceiling headboard was placed. The middle part…
read moreFor many years RHA have been custom making furniture in the UK & are now pleased to announce that they have their own factory in the Midlands.RHA have been working with this factory for many years, producing high-end furniture at competitive prices & are now able to increase their production to meet growing demand. The factory has produced many exceptionally…
read moreNumirra Lighting has extended its lighting collection with the addition of the Hector wall light.Suitable for mounting with shade up or down, it is shown with a polished nickel finish, rectangular shade and UK electrics but can be fully customised to reflect project specific requirements. For more information and pricing details, please contact Numirra on 0044 (0) 1264 336110 or…
read moreThe publication of the UK’S Intellectual Property Hargreaves Review has finally recognised designs’ significant contribution to the UK’s GDP. Professor Ian Hargreaves has made it known that he cannot understand why design has been neglected as a big chunk of the UK’s economic success. He will be urging Ministers to ensure that the UKIPO is held accountable to create constructive…
read morePer AQUUM announces the opening of NIYAMA, Maldives, its newest addition to its award winning portfolio. Due to open October 2011, NIYAMA has been designed as an edgy, modern resort that will offer guests more than a romantic Maldivian escape, balancing tranquillity with a sense of discovery, stimulation and fun. Located in the South Western Atoll of Dhaalu, NIYAMA is…
read moreNestled in a serene valley near Macclesfield on the edge of the Peak District National Park, the Hollin Hall Country House Hotel & Restaurant offers a tranquil retreat in one of Britain’s most beautiful locations. Standing elegantly in landscaped grounds, the hotel’s classic Victorian features and sumptuous interiors bring a sense of occasion to any visit.Hotel owner Kris Clayton, of…
read moreIn addition to the article published on the 6th May relating to the new Premier Inn under construction in Leicester Square, HotelDesigns was invited on a tour of the site and managed to grab some photos to show our readers in an early preview…The building, formerly the Queens House (an hotel which closed in 1936) and then which became offices…
read moreFocus SB, specialist manufacturer of wiring accessories, designs and manufactures multi-service plates for the hotel sector. The high-end multi-service plates integrates electrical devices, like the TV, room lighting, telephone ports, and acts as a gateway for guests to personalise their in-room entertainment.For example, if a laptop is plugged in, the TV turns into a viewing screen and the stereo becomes…
read moreThe most exciting new hotel opening at the heart of the City of London, The Montcalm London City at The Brewery opens its doors with a soft launch on the 23rd May, with the official grand opening being held at the end of September 2011. Formerly the site of the Whitbread & Co brewery, this exceptional Grade II listed building…
read moreRoman, one of the UK’s leading shower manufacturers, has added a brand new folding bath screen to their Embrace range, which is the perfect solution for when space is limited in the bathroom. The bath screen, which is design protected, has been developed following demand from Roman’s hotel partners who are looking for a practical but stylish solution for over…
read moreThe Wandsworth Group has appointed Gary Stevens as the company’s new managing director.Gary first joined Wandsworth as a sales representative in 1987and has risen through the sales and marketing management ranks becoming Wandsworth’s sales and marketing director in 2005 and completing an MBA. Gary has been closely involved with the technology shift in the nurse call division of the Group…
read moreAs Cairo emerges from recent history making events, it remains a key travel destination within the region, and the world, due to its vibrant culture and iconic heritage and attractions.Fairmont Hotels & Resorts operates two luxury properties in Cairo – Fairmont Heliopolis and Towers is five minutes from Cairo International Airport and features 835 lavish guest rooms and suites, 15…
read moreOn Tuesday (10th May) business leaders, chamber executives, local dignitaries, hotel guests and citizens of Jackson joined Park Place Associates, LLC to celebrate the Grand Opening of the brand new Holiday Inn Express & Suites at Parkstone Place on Exit 85 in Jackson, Tenn.”We are excited about this opportunity to showcase our hotel to the public,” said General Manager Samuel…
read moreLeading intellectual property (IP) lawyer, Tony Catterall believes that the home furnishing sector could benefit dramatically from a radical reform in intellectual property law.The economic recession has heightened the issue of plagiarism in the industry and it is an increasing problem which Tony and his team at Taylors Solicitors has been battling for the past 20 years. Tony, Partner at…
read moreSize may not always matter, but for Phnom Penh’s newest luxury hotel bigger is bolder when it comes to luring MICE clients. With its 1,800-square-metre Grand Ballroom – the largest in Cambodia — providing a show-stopping centrepiece for events, the Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra aims to establish itself as the country’s premier venue for MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions)…
read moreDecorative electrical wiring accessories and lighting controls manufacturer Hamilton Litestat has announced a series of new additions to its popular Hartland CFX range – Hartland CFX Colours.The new glossy plastic switch plates and sockets replicate every detail of the best-selling metal Hartland CFX collection – even down to Hamilton’s patented concealed fixings system, which gives an even smoother look to…
read moreW Hotels Worldwide has announced plans to open a W Retreat & Spa located within an exclusive beachfront community, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Mayan Rivera’s lush lagoons and pristine mangroves. Nestled on the eastern coast of Mexico’s magnificent Yucatan Peninsula, the 180-room Retreat is being designed by acclaimed architect Richard Meier. Owned by ALHEL and GIM Desarrollos,…
read moreSince the 18 century, fabric has been used not only for fashion (clothing) but started to entry the interior industry such as people use fabric on wall, as headboard, and so. In interiors, this translates into embroidery and increasingly distinctive weave patterns.The next couple of year’s textures will be becoming ever more important. Fabric walling is ideal for creating a…
read moreStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced plans to open W Mumbai, marking the debut of W Hotels Worldwide in India.Located in bustling South Central Mumbai where modern architecture intertwines with colonial cultural monuments, W Mumbai will introduce its world renowned lifestyle hotel concept to one of India’s hippest cities, where the country’s music, fashion, media and entertainment industries…
read moreThe NEW BELGRAVIA is a fresh look at a traditional sleigh bed. The slatted headboard and footboard give a nautical feel to the design. Created in ash and finished to a caramel colour which enhances the grain detail of the timber.All of the new collections have both five and six foot wide beds are complemented with a full range of…
read moreStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has recently announced plans to introduce its fast-growing Four Points brand to Peoria, Illinois. Four Points by Sheraton Downtown Peoria opens in July of 2011 near leading businesses and Peoria’s recently revitalized RiverFront. Owned by SPE LO Holdings, LLC, an affiliate of Textron Financial Corporation, the hotel will feature 319 comfortable and stylish guest…
read moreHeron International, the pan European property group, is pleased to announce that it has secured planning for a major hotel, residential, retail development and substantial new public open space in the City of London.Four Seasons Hotel and Residences London at the Heron Plaza is the second, and concluding, phase of the works initiated by the construction of the adjacent Heron…
read moreIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) has signed a joint venture partnership with Duet India Hotels Group (DIHL), the hotel investment arm of global asset manager Duet Group, to develop 19 new Holiday Inn Express hotels across India. IHG will invest through a 24% equity stake, making a multi-year investment of US$30 million into the partnership. This investment will go into a…
read moreFollowing its launch towards the end of last year, Idolise Interiors in Norwich has already been chosen to excite and stimulate the guests of some of the most prestigious hotels in the world.Creative Director Karen Comber had been designing for 16 years before the launch of Idolise Interiors. Offering exclusive interior solutions to the hospitality market, Karen has an impressive…
read moreIn 1978, I was teaching in Art College in Lancashire, and brought a group of art students to London on the traditional provincial art college weeklong jaunt to look at galleries. I gave it twist by timing the visit for the then top interior’s show, IDI. We also visited a leading interior practice, so we were not just looking at…
read moreWorldhotels has announced the opening of its first office in Delhi, India – a move designed to support the significant growth of the Worldhotels brand in this market. Naresh Chandnani, hospitality industry veteran, has been appointed as the Regional Director of Hotel Development for India Sub-continent and Maldives to establish this dedicated division. Worldhotels’ growing presence in India has seen…
read moreAs part of a £1.3m refurbishment project, designers APM Design were given a brief to illuminate the St Ann’s House Manchester lift lobby with distinctive contemporary fittings. ‘Bump’ pendants from Chelsom were specified featuring clear individual glass lenses bonded into laser cut metalwork which is finished in polished chrome. Each pendant is fitted with eight 42W halogen lamps to create…
read moreFurniture designed for the hospitality market Following on from the success of the ONDA collection, RHA has just launched the new Wiener collection on their website.Another stylish seating collection dedicated to the hospitality market. Made from beechwood, the 15 different models are available in contract quality fabric or leather of your choice & wood finish options are available for large…
read moreChoice Hotels International has announced the opening of the Comfort Inn Hyde Park, bringing the number of Choice-branded hotels in London to eighteen. Previously independently run as the Park Lodge Hotel, the re-branded Comfort Inn Hyde Park has 29 newly re-furbished guest bedrooms, all with modern en-suites and featuring flat screen LCD televisions, free WIFI, and tea and coffee making…
read moreRefreshed? Mint is the new brand name for City Inns as they continue to grow the group, this being one of two large hotels they will add during 2011. The second, opening in May 2011 is in Amsterdam. Pepped up? This hotel is the latest in a clutch pepping up Pepys Street hard by the Tower of London. Here in…
read moreFrom first appearance the tower block building seems bleak, almost uninviting. The dark presence contrasts to that of the sister branch in Eastbourne, which is accessorised by flags and a novelty ‘The Big Sleep’ deck chair. However, I was taught never to judge a book by its cover. I like to think I am more open minded than that. With…
read moreHastings based electrical accessories manufacturer, Focus SB, has launched a new brochure illustrating the near endless combination of AV plates and modules it can produce.Designers at Focus SB were noticing a rise in demand for custom built AV plates to fit the modules needed for DVD, TV and various music players so decided to detail its potential offering. Roger Kemp,…
read moreAn incredibly popular solution since its introduction, the FlipTop benefits include minimal depth requirements, modular configurations, brushed stainless steel housings or one of the new finishes to match the environment.EVOline® FlipTop ensures discreet connections exactly where they’re needed without detracting from the atmosphere. Latest innovations include; white and black alternatives, an adjustable closing action and easy to retro-fit flush installation.…
read moreWhile the heaving masses pushed their way through the overheated halls of the Milan Fiera, a kaleidoscope of life and colour was to be found downtown in the Spring sunshine of the ancient courtyards and colonnades of Chiostri dell’Umanitaria.Once again Paola Lenti offered a uniquely uplifting exhibition of sumptuous seating, rugs and accessories for both outside and in. Bold new…
read moreChampagne Perrier-Jouët are delighted to announce a collaboration with Leading Mayfair hotel, DUKES LONDON, on the opening of the brand new Perrier-Jouët Lounge on Monday 18th April 2011. The Perrier-Jouët Lounge will provide DUKES LONDON with an additional relaxation lounge to complement both its ever successful Martini Bar and the newly introduced Cigar Garden, accommodating all guests with individual tastes.…
read moreThe Rezidor Hotel Group expands the network to 64 countries across Europe, Middle East and Africa and announces the Radisson Blu Mammy Yoko Hotel, Freetown in Sierra Leone. Formerly known as “Mammy Yoko Hotel”, the property featuring 171 rooms will be re-branded in Q4 2011. Sierra Leone continues to emerge from the aftermath of the civil war, democracy has been…
read moreMorgan Furniture, the design-led British manufacturer of contract furniture, will launch a new modular seating system called Manhattan at Clerkenwell Design Week, 24-26th May 2011. Created by Morgan Design Director, Katerina Zachariades-McMahon, Manhattan combines quality craftsmanship with a minimal pure form to complement modern office interiors. Modular chairs and sofas with low or high backs feature timber or metal legs,…
read moreEdinburgh Airport Premier Inn was opened last month. Designed by Lawrence McPherson Associates, the 119 bed hotel is situated at Newbridge near Edinburgh Airport in a prime location on the newly developed Axis Business Park directly adjacent to the A90. The opening of the Airport Premier Inn follows close on the heels of the completion of the 60 bed Premier…
read moreLe Méridien Chiang Rai Resort is pleased to announce the launch of the highly-anticipated Grand Deluxe rooms. Specifically designed for the resort’s most discerning travelers, the Grand Deluxe rooms will offer 66 square meters of contemporary luxury. Chic and stylish with a focus on the arts, an inspiring atmosphere, and innovative cuisine, Le Méridien Chiang Rai Resort promises an enchanting…
read moreFocus SB’s bespoke design and manufacturing service has produced a 50 gang plate for a private dwelling in Scotland.From initial design to delivery took the Hastings based company six weeks including amends to the silk screening and engraving. The plate includes a custom made back box, as Roger Kemp, Managing Director explains: “This was a bit of a challenge, even…
read moreThe Redstone Hotel, located in the famous seaside resort of Blackpool in Lancashire, has been recently refurbished to offer 8 rooms of luxury accommodation, effortlessly combining traditional features with contemporary twists. As well as offering a luxurious surrounding The Redstone has TLJ Hotel Lock Systems installed throughout the hotel, including the Main Hotel Entrance, for guest reassurance. “We chose TLJ…
read moreAMS are pleased to announce the contract award of the Drayton Manor Theme Park Hotel. Currently under construction in Tamworth, the 150 bedroom hotel will boast Thomas and Friends themed bedrooms, Standard and Executive rooms for leisure and business users alike and Presidential Suites.The furniture for the bedrooms will be offered in an array of finishes selected by the lead…
read moreWork will start this month on a £45m development on the edge of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile to bring a new hotel-led, mixed use development to the Castlehill area of the city. Multi-sector property developers, Chris Stewart Group, have announced that they have completed the purchase of a 140,000 sq ft site and have agreed terms with Motel One, one of…
read moreMarriott International has announced that it has signed agreements with Real Estate Group LLC, a subsidiary of Bloom Properties, to manage two properties in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Opening in 2014, the hotels are the: • 315-room Abu Dhabi Marriott Hotel • 64-unit Marriott Executive Apartments Abu Dhabi City Center They will be part of Bloom Central, a mixed-use development including…
read moreMarriott International, Inc. has announced plans to open a luxury JW Marriott Hotel in Cusco, Peru in 2012. Situated at the gateway to the Andes mountain sanctuary Machu Picchu, the 153-room JW Marriott Hotel Cusco will feature a highly customized design built around a colonial church and ancient Inca artifacts found on the site. The property will also reflect the…
read moreMorgan Furniture, the design-led British manufacturer of contract furniture, has successfully supplied a diverse range of product to three Carnival Australia cruise ships: Pacific Dawn, Pacific Pearl and Pacific Jewel. Commissioned by SMC Design, more than 300 individual chairs, tables and bar stools were manufactured by Morgan and shipped to Singapore as part of the total refurbishment programme for the…
read moreThe new DoubleTree by Hilton has been envisioned by developers to become an outstanding social gathering place for the community. Highlighted by a scenic rooftop bar and contemporary restaurant, which visitors will be able to access via a panoramic glass lift, the stylish hotel also will offer more than 500m² of flexible, contemporary meeting and events space including a ballroom…
read moreSol Meliá has recently announced an agreement to open a new five star hotel in Indonesia, Meliá Adhiwangsa Surabaya, increasing its presence in the Asia-Pacific region, a key focus for company growth strategy since it announced its globalisation and diversification strategy for emerging markets.The hotel will open in 2013 and is located in Surabaya, the second largest city in Indonesia,…
read moreThe emblematic Majorca hotel has reinvented itself in 2011 as an “adults only” hotel exclusively for people over the age of 15, providing guests with a very different and more intimate experience in an environment guaranteed to be more serene. At the same time, the Meliá de Mar Hotel has also added new services and facilities as well as more…
read moreChicago’s, the newest destination bar and club in Windsor, benefits from a bespoke floor from Wilton Carpets Commercial contributing to a cutting edge interior with a welcoming touch. Some 200 square metres of bespoke woven axminster carpet can be found throughout the seating areas of the venue, complementing a stylish blend of traditional and contemporary interior décor influences. “When talking…
read moreYOTEL, the revolutionary hotel concept, has announced that it will open for business in New York City with a property featuring 669 stylish cabins. This will mark the first YOTEL opening outside of its current international airport locations and make it the largest hotel opening in New York in 2011. Yotel New York – Premium Double Cabin YO! Founder Simon…
read moreThe new build Holiday Inn Express at Whittlesford opened for business at the end of 2010 with 74 guestrooms, all bedroom casegoods manufactured and installed by AMS Group.Working closely with the Procurement team at the IHG Head Office, AMS and ICA Architects of Glasgow redesigned the bedroom furniture to complement the new interior design scheme. The main aim was to…
read moreNaturalmat, based at Topsham in Devon are delighted to have won the contract to manufacture all 686 mattresses for YOTEL’s exciting first city centre opening. YOTEL was created by Simon Woodroffe, founder of the YO! brand and latterly of Dragons Den fame, and turned into reality by CEO Gerard Greene. They currently have three airport locations at Heathrow, Gatwick &…
read moreMenachem Treivush was just strolling through the quiet back streets off Melrose Avenue with his son when he happened across an old decaying mansion that caught his eye. Amid the neighborhood of post modern split levels, dingbat apartment buildings, and beige tile-roofed Spanish revivals, 819 North Sweetzer stood out for its quaint Tudor style architecture. In Los Angeles, there is…
read moreThe Kessler Collection and Marriott International, Inc. are pleased to introduce Kessler Canyon as the newest member of The Autograph Collection, officially joining on May 11, 2011. The Autograph Collection is comprised of independent and luxury tier properties each with their own distinct brands and personalities.The only ranch-style property within The Kessler Collection, Kessler Canyon’s Homestead and Guesthouse offer a…
read moreNeptune Developments have launched the marketing campaign for the second phase of their New Brighton regeneration scheme by unveiling new branding for the £45 million development. Marine Point will be the North West’s newest and brightest waterfront destinations, transforming the Wirral resort’s traditional seaside offer with an exciting range of new leisure and retail attractions.Neptune Developments Managing Director, Steve Parry,…
read moreIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) has recently announced the opening of two new Holiday Inns on the east and west sides of Houston, designed to offer business and leisure travelers a state-of-the-art lodging experience by transforming guest rooms into places to relax and convenient work spaces for those on the go. On the west side of the city, the new Holiday…
read moreFamily brewer Thwaites is to add to its new Thwaites Inns of Character portfolio with the historic Fleece Hotel in Cirencester.The Fleece is the latest acquisition by Thwaites and following an extensive refurbishment will be unveiled as the sixth Thwaites Inns of Character in late summer, taking the company a step further towards its goal of 25 character inns by…
read moreWorking closely with Henry Best from Charnwood Group, James Mycroft at Hilton Hotels and Edward Davies Construction, AMS Group ensured the project ran smoothly from start to finish. The 127 bedrooms showcases the latest design developments by Hilton and offers a high-end four star feel to a two/three star brand. The bedroom fit out took around five weeks and was…
read moreStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has recently announced it will accelerate growth in Latin America with six new hotels opening in 2011, resulting in a portfolio of nearly 70 hotels in 13 countries by year’s end. February saw Starwood President and CEO Frits van Paasschen, President of Global Development Simon Turner, Chief Brand Officer Phil McAveety and several other…
read moreHilton London Docklands Riverside hotel RHA were delighted when asked to collaborate with Designer Jo Parker in furnishing the Hilton Docklands’ bright and spacious foyer overlooking Canary Wharf’s remarkable riverside views.Both a selection of Italian and UK custom made furniture ranging from easy chairs, modular sofas and coffee tables were specially selected to equal the high contract standards Hilton demand…
read moreStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced the debut of the first St. Regis hotel in Thailand: The St. Regis Bangkok. The new hotel, developed by Rajadamri Lodging Limited, an affiliate of Minor International Public Company Limited, will set a new standard of refined service and timeless sophistication for the region. The St. Regis Bangkok is ideally situated on…
read moreOur exclusive Vienna range continues to create vast interest for the collection by British designer Jason Lansdale in association with Hillswood Furniture.The images show the furniture polished in high black gloss but the solid beech frame can be finished in any one of Hillswood’s standard colours or to clients own specification. The collection consists of hotel and restaurant furniture constructed…
read moreIdeal Standard has recently unveiled a host of new products for the first half of 2011. A new brand strategy will also be rolled-out for 2011, following extensive research with consumers and customers conducted over a two year period.Ideal Standard is a heritage design-driven brand, and this design focus will continue to be critical. However, moving forward, there will be…
read moreIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) will roll out the green carpet for the grand opening of the Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre on April 6. The new hotel is Canada’s largest Holiday Inn property with 513 rooms over 23 floors and features 9,000 square feet of modern, multi-functional event space. The grand opening marks the completion of the hotel’s $20 million…
read moreOne of the newest hotel brands of Marriott International, Inc., the Autograph Collection, is coming to Europe with the addition of four new hotels in Spain, the company announced at the International Hotel Investment Forum. The first four Autograph Collection hotels in Europe are: • AC Santo Mauro, Madrid, Spain • AC Palacio del Retiro, Madrid, Spain • AC Palacio…
read moreStylish and practical, Andy Thornton’s new Louisa stacking armchair is an essential item for this spring and summer’s alfresco drinking and dining season. Featuring in the new 2011 Andy Thornton outdoor furniture brochure, Louisa is versatile enough to use outside bars, restaurants, pubs and hotels. In durable dark brown woven plastic, Louisa has the added benefit of being stackable, for…
read moreMarriott International announced today it has signed agreements that will add three more hotels to its growing lodging portfolio in Europe. The hotels are the: • 139-room Courtyard Wiesbaden Nordenstadt Hotel, Germany (June 2011) • 124-room Courtyard Montpellier, France (December 2011) • 225-room Renaissance Warsaw Airport Hotel, Poland (2013) Courtyard Wiesbaden Nordenstadt Hotel The 139-room Courtyard Wiesbaden Nordenstadt Hotel…
read moreStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced the completion of its multimillion dollar renovation to The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort. Throughout its storied 84-year history, The Royal Hawaiian has embodied the allure of Hawaii’s spirit and the essence of indulgent escape while ushering in a new era of luxury travel to the islands. This iconic 528-room property…
read moreLondon 29th March 2011: Results from leading market research agency, BDRC Continental, show a surge in the proportion of business travellers using WiFi, but increased resistance to paying for the privilege.The British Hotel Guest Survey, published each year since 1982, comprises detailed online interviews with 2,000 travellers and provides unparalleled intelligence to hotel chains looking to shape their future strategies.…
read moreRadisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa has embarked on a $30 million (£18.5 million) renovation project, with all guest rooms and suites being completely refurbished, in addition to the property’s inviting open-air lobby, casino and meeting facilities. Capitalising on its distinctive architecture and design, originally masterminded by the renowned Morris Lapidus in the late 1950s, Radisson’s new furniture, fixtures and…
read moreEclipse Hotels Group, advised by Assael architecture, has secured planning consent for a new £14m next-generation Holiday Inn development in Wandsworth, South London. The 6 storey 4 star hotel will include 122 suites designed to meet Holiday Inn’s ‘next generation’ format, with modern contemporary interiors and flexible space for work and relaxation. A business academy, restaurant, bar/lounge, gym and basement…
read moreDoors are now open on the new Crowne Plaza Hotel at Heythrop Park, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire. The 50 million pound property boasts 197 new bedroom wing, a Diarmuid Gavin-designed, Moroccan-style courtyard and a cocktail bar, lounge restaurant and spa which opened for business at the end of last year with AMS manufacturing and installing the bedroom case good furniture.The scheme…
read moreHyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that Andaz Shanghai, the first Andaz hotel in Asia, will open in Shanghai, China in the summer of 2011. The newly constructed 24-storey hotel, featuring 307 spacious guest rooms, will be located in Xintiandi, a landmark entertainment area in the heart of downtown Shanghai. The hotel is being developed by Metro Land Corp., Ltd, whose…
read moreCrowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini is gearing up towards the launch in the second quarter this year. Strategically located in North-West Delhi, it will be the first upscale hotel in the area that will provide a unique guest experience to both business and leisure travelers.Located at Asia’s second largest sub city, Rohini, the 16-storeyed hotel with one of the largest…
read moreThe practical and stylish Cleveland Floor Lamp in Bronze (Height 124.5cm) and the corresponding Cleveland Square Column Lamp also in Bronze (Height 62cm) are newly launched from lighting specialists, Vaughan. Cleveland Floor Lamp in Bronze and the Cleveland Square Column Lamp Please contact our Hotels & Contracts Team for further information on these products contract-sales@vaughandesigns.com
read moreHilton Worldwide has announced the signing of two management agreements with TCC Hotel Group (a subsidiary of TCC Land Group) for a new build Hilton Hotels & Resorts hotel and a conversion project to be rebranded as a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel. Both properties are due for completion in 2012. The two hotels will be located in Sukhumvit area, Bangkok’s…
read moreSol Meliá, the leading company in the Spanish hotel industry, and Jin Jiang International Hotel Company, the leading Chinese hotel chain and second largest travel agency group in China, signed a strategic agreement today to cooperate in marketing, sales, operations and development which will allow both chains to grow in the markets in which the other enjoys competitive advantages through…
read moreCreating a unique bedside bracket for the suites of Norwegian Epic cruise ship, Chelsom teamed a contemporary chrome LED reading bracket with a stunning shade which stretches soft white PVC across a multi-faceted frame. An internal wrapped cylinder diffuses the light source to provide subtle illumination for these luxury staterooms.Designed in part by Tillberg Design, cruise line specialists, the interior…
read moreCarlson, a privately held, global hospitality and travel company, has reported a 12 percent increase of its system-wide sales in 2010 to USD 6.5 billion for its global hotel business. This announcement was made at the company’s global hotel business conference in Washington, D.C.“This strong sales performance is one of several key milestones that Carlson Hotels achieved in the first…
read moreSynonymous with Parisian sidewalks since the early 1990s, these classic French Cafe armchairs are new to Andy Thornton for 2011. Add a taste of cosmopolitan flavour to your cafe, hotel, restaurant or bar with these outdoor armchairs, available in striking black or traditional red and cream rilsan weave. Cafe armchairs feature high strength all-aluminium frames with an attractive bamboo finish,…
read moreAnne Sémonin is delighted to announce its launch at three of von Essen hotels’ finest UK properties, The Royal Crescent Hotel, Bath; Congham Hall, Norfolk and The Greenway, Cheltenham. Launching between March and Summer 2011, Anne Sémonin’s decadent and results driven Parisian beauty products and treatments will perfectly complement the extensive luxury facilities in each spa. The Bath House, The…
read moreMarriott International’s largest hotel brand, Courtyard by Marriott, celebrates a momentous milestone this week with the opening of its 900th hotel, the Courtyard Bali Nusa Dua, the brand’s first hotel in Indonesia. World-renowned for its golden sands, clear skies and blue tranquil beaches, Nusa Dua area inspires romance, relaxation and pure indulgence. Th3 250-room hotel, situated along the southern coast…
read moreAt last SME’s recognised as being in need of improvements in IP support Following intense lobbying by ACID and other industry organisations, ACID welcomes George Osborne’s statement in the 2011 Budget that the Government will set out a five-year international approach to intellectual property. Good news for SME’s is a commitment on behalf of the UKIPO to improve the range…
read moreFollowing the instant success of The Waikiki EDITION, new luxury lifestyle hotel brand EDITION is set to make its European debut in Istanbul, April 2011. Since opening in October 2010, The Waikiki EDITION has already received numerous accolades and has even been awarded the prestigious AAA 4-Diamond, making EDITION the first lifestyle hotel brand in Hawaii to obtain such a…
read moreRoman, the UK’s leading shower manufacturer and designer, has crafted the ultimate in minimalist design by creating a wetroom panel which appears to be completely frameless.The Sculptures Corner Panel with Concealed Profile is designed so the profile is completely recessed into the wall and only the glass is visible, which makes the panel appear to float. This new statement piece…
read moreThe Heathrow Airport Premier Inn has officially completed its refurbishment, marking a total investment of £2.5 million to the site.Additions to the newly refurbished hotel include a 350 seat restaurant and bar area, the creation of a new business lounge area and express kiosks for a quick and convenient check-in. The hotel now boasts a total of 590 bedrooms, a…
read moreFollowing on from the success of Chaobaby situated in the Trafford Centre, The Chaophraya group renowned for their authentic yet modern Thai fine dining cuisine has appointed Dawnvale to carry out a full refurbishment to the existing Yee Rah restaurant at Liverpool One.The Bar and Restaurant currently spread over two floors, is a particularly demanding project as Dawnvale’s contracts team…
read moreCreated by renowned designer Pierre-Yves Rochon, the classical contemporary interior of the Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane is a sophisticated scheme showcasing British traditional quality at its very best. Classic Corinthian column table lamps from Chelsom featuring fine brass castings with clear glass centres have been used for the bedsides, set against rich walnut panelled walls and tartan…
read moreTraditional Khmer music, Buddhist monks, Cambodia’s deputy prime minister and apsaras will help announce the grand opening of one of Southeast Asia’s most anticipated new hotels March 29 as the Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra makes its debut.The hotel takes the stage in Phnom Penh as the first new five-star hotel to open in the capital in more than a decade.…
read moreSani Beach Hotel is gearing up to unveil the first phase of an exciting refurbishment that will see the hotel be transformed into a stunning and exclusive five-star property. Part of the beautiful Sani Resort in Halkidiki, Greece, Sani Beach Hotel will re-open for the summer season in April with 140 fully renovated Junior Suites offering a contemporary and luxurious…
read moreWith hopes high for a warm spring and pubs in England and Wales looking forward to longer opening hours to celebrate this year’s royal wedding, Andy Thornton has added new designs to the stylish Monte Carlo range of outdoor furniture, suitable for bars, pubs, hotels, restaurants and cafes.This hand-crafted rattan style furniture is manufactured using 100% recyclable synthetic woven fibre.…
read moreThe Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. announced an agreement with a joint venture between Grupo Questro and Trinity Investments L.L.C. at a signing ceremony on the 11th February, for The Ritz-Carlton to operate a Ritz-Carlton Reserve to be developed within Mexico.The scenic Mexican town will add new lustre to the destination with the 2014 opening of the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve project…
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