Hotel Designs Hotel DesignsIn government hands for years, the Midland Grand slid from being one of the great hotels of London into decay. A glorious castle proudly announcing the great railway terminus behind it, the turrets and gothic columns dominate this part of the Euston Road, making the great train shed of Kings Cross look humble alongside. Alongside other great railway hotels (see…
read moreWhat sets Burgess Furniture apart from many of its competitors are its continual new product innovations. Ideas from our design meetings and customer’s ever changing requests have culminated in a new product which is now being put into production.The Configure-8 table range has proved so successful since its launch it was inevitable we would expand the range further. The Inspiration…
read moreStriving to deliver a new dimension of comfort to each and every of its valued guest, Cosmopolitan Hotel emits the particular Theme Suite Programmes, the only one of its kinds in this bustle and hustle Hong Kong city life. “In today’s world of customization, accommodation that can easily adapt to one’s lifestyle is what every guest checking in a hotel…
read moreHalcyon by Skopos evokes nostalgic days of endless warmth and peaceful calm. Designed specifically for curtains, bedspreads and soft furnishings, this collection combines soft textures and loosely drawn organic imagery finely woven in a luxurious gentle draping quality, ideal for hotel interiors.Create stunning, contemporary interiors with this collection of striking organic lead-designs and co-ordinates using colour palettes of nude pinks…
read moreLocated in Manchester’s most celebrated building, the historic Free Trade Hall, the 5 star Hotel creates a mood of understated luxury in the city centre.As the Principal contractor, Dawnvale worked closely with the architects and the client on the refurbishment of the existing meeting rooms and Private function suite, providing everything from the building and joinery works, all mechanical and…
read moreEach time I go to Poznan I stay in a different place. The first time, a few years ago, I was driving and stopped in a B&B on the outskirts of what is reputedly Poland’s equivalent to Birmingham.I’ve been a couple of times since, to speak to designers and hoteliers about hotel design at the Poznan Hotel Invest fair. I…
read moreThe challenge for Inspired By Design was to create a lighting centrepiece for the £3.5m refurbishment of an historic building in Northern Ireland. The Custom House was built in 1874 to collect tax from ships arriving at the port of Londonderry. It survived a number of bombings during the height of “The Troubles” in the 1970s and when refurbishments began…
read moreSwissôtel Hotels & Resorts is about to add another Eastern European deluxe hotel to its portfolio. Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts have recently signed a management contract with the Ukrainian investors, Interpoint Development. Swissôtel Odessa, expected to open in spring 2013, will include 333 modern and contemporary rooms, varying from the classic category “Swiss Advantage” to Presidential Suites. Furthermore the hotel…
read moreAn elegant blend of Art Deco and English Edwardian styling, the newly restored The Savoy introduces classically-inspired furnishings against a backdrop of original architectural features steeped in over 120 years of history. One of the first hotels to offer electric lighting in 1889, The Savoy now boasts an assemblage of luminaires from Chelsom that spans the spectrum from restored treasured…
read moreHaving successfully launched a range of stylish door handles, Perfect Partners, in 2009, decorative electrical wiring accessories and lighting control manufacturer Hamilton Litestat has announced that it is expanding its architectural ironmongery range. It is now able to offer the entire design-led product catalogue from Tupai of Portugal, which includes a wide selection of interior and exteriors door handles, furniture…
read moreMarriott International, Inc. has recently announced an exciting new addition to its Renaissance Hotels portfolio, the 221-room Renaissance Antibes Juan-les-Pins Hotel. In early 2012, the Hotel Ambassadeur, located in the heart of Juan-les-Pins, will be re-branded a Renaissance Hotel under a management agreement with Jesta Group. The Renaissance Antibes Juan-les-Pins Hotel will join the soon-to-open JW Marriott Hotel Cannes as…
read moreHilton Hotels & Resorts has recently announced the opening of Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa. Operated under a management agreement with Silhouette Island Resort Limited, the resort becomes the second Hilton Resort in the Seychelles.Located on Silhouette Island, the third largest in the Seychelles, the 111-villa Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa is the only resort on the private…
read moreCappadocia is truly one of the world’s wonders, a rare region where the works of man blend unobtrusively into the natural surroundings. Dwellings have been hewn from the rock as far back as 4,000 B.C. During Byzantine times chapels and monasteries were hollowed out of the rock, their ochre-toned frescoes reflecting the hues of the surrounding landscape. Literally built right…
read morePullman has recently announced its entry into the Indonesian market with Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana opening the doors to guests for its first 140 of 353 rooms on February 24, 2011. The balance will open over the next few months.It is strategically located opposite the white sands of Legian Beach, and within easy access to many of the area’s retail,…
read moreW Hotels Worldwide will continue to showcase what’s new and next in design with the opening of six new W Hotels around the world in 2011. Design has been at the forefront of W Hotels since the opening of the David Rockwell-designed W New York, the first ever W Hotel, more than 12 years ago and has evolved with more…
read moreRoman, the UK’s leading shower manufacturer and designer has been helping young people who are currently not in employment, education or training to gain work experience through work placements at their factory.Roman gave two young girls, Rachel and Stephanie a week long work placement, organised by a ground breaking work-readiness initiative run by Connexions and Esh Group. Roman offered the…
read moreMint Hotel enlisted Skopos Design Ltd to commission fresh, crisp, quality soft furnishings at their brand new Mint Hotel Tower of London which opened in December 2010. Working closely with the client, Mint Hotel and their designated designers Bennetts Associates and Woods Bagot, Skopos Design Ltd developed a new quality to help create the luxurious look and feel of linen…
read moreLeading hotel and restaurant supplier Forbes Group has been dispatching tables, table protectors and table covers of all kinds to Paris in time for Spring 2011. Nearly one hundred Forbes Alu-Lite tables are heading to the Shangri-La, Paris. The new five star hotel was originally built in 1896 for the great-nephew of Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, and has breathtaking views of…
read moreA brand new flag is waving on the California coast, at the newly-christened San Diego Marriott Marquis & Marina. Formerly known as the San Diego Marriott Hotel & Marina, the Marquis becomes one of only four Marriott Marquis hotels in the country, and the premier destination for meetings, events and relaxing getaways. “We’re excited to bring this exclusive new brand…
read moreLandmark hotel The Crest, located in the heart of Kings Cross and considered to have some of Sydney’s best views, has re-opened as the Mercure Sydney Potts Point and will return a much-needed 227 rooms to Sydney’s tight room supply. The owners, Australand, have appointed Accor to manage the property after it had been closed for almost two years. The…
read moreThe Mere Golf & Country Club situated in the heart of Cheshire, is set to transform itself into one of the finest luxury resort hotels in England. Dawnvale are proud to working directly with the Mere team on key elements of the project. As part of the £4 million build and refurbishment, The Mere will encompass its existing championship golf…
read more“We see strong development opportunities in the Nordic countries and are excited to see our expansion continue in to Finland,” said Amy McPherson, president and managing director of Marriott International in Europe. “The region has always been known for warm hospitality and great design. We look forward to a continued partnership… and know this hotel will serve the market well.”Marriott…
read moreATADesigns have spent the last year collecting information and images of new designs to update their website and now that it is finally finished, ATADesigns are pleased to announce their NEW contemporary Wallpapers and Murals. It also includes their Lampshades, Cushions, Fabrics and customised Wallpaper Books on the site. Lastly, ATADesigns are excited to tell you about the launch of…
read moreFrom the American Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) in San Diego, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced that it expects to open another 70-80 high quality new-build and conversion hotels in 2011, coming off of the 72 opened and 96 new deals signed in 2010. Propelled by unprecedented demand for hotels in the world’s fastest growing markets, Starwood, the…
read moreCourtyard by Marriott has opened its fourth hotel in Russia, the Courtyard Kazan under a management agreement with Transstroibank. The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Kazan, near the Kazan Kremlin, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and close to the offices of many international corporations. Located steps from the Kremlevskaya metro station, the hotel allows guests to move…
read moreHotel Indigo has recently announced the opening of the Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown Riverfront, located in the heart of the city’s historic downtown. Hotel Indigo offers guests a unique hotel experience with the modern design and intimate service associated with boutique hotels along with the peace of mind and consistency from staying with the world’s largest hotel group. Once…
read moreMartin Wright has been appointed as the General Manager of Drayton Manor Theme Park’s multi-million pound hotel complex, which is due to open this summer. The 150-bedroom Drayton Manor Park Hotel will meet demand from park visitors, corporate, conference and wedding guests, as well as offering new hospitality facilities to cater to both private and corporate functions. In addition, there…
read moreStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces plans to debut the first St Regis hotel in Jordan, furthering St. Regis’ robust global expansion and mission to introduce properties in the world’s most dynamic and exciting markets. Owned by Al Maabar Abdoun Real Estate Development Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Al Maabar International Investments Abu Dhabi, The St. Regis Amman…
read moreStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, is pleased to unveil the long-anticipated W Retreat & Spa Bali – Seminyak in March 2011. Marking the debut of W Hotels Worldwide in Indonesia, the new W Retreat & Spa Bali-Seminyak will be the fourth W Retreat to open across the globe. Located in Seminyak, the trendy enclave of Bali, W Retreat & Spa…
read moreHilton Hotels & Resorts has recently announced the opening of Hilton Chennai, its first hotel in India’s fifth most populous city. Featuring 204 guest rooms and more than 7,000 square feet of event space, the upscale, full-service hotel is a 15-minute drive from Chennai’s domestic and international airports.Hilton Chennai is a new-build, 10-storey hotel which offers a range of accommodation…
read moreW Hotels Worldwide has opened the doors of its 39th hotel globally, W Taipei, which is located in the buzzing central business district of Xinyi. The 405-room hotel has been designed by renowned architects G.A. Design International Ltd of London and is encased in radiant glass. Rising 31 floors, W Taipei is the only hotel in the city with a…
read moreDernier & Hamlyn has extended its extensive hotel lighting range with the addition of a beautifully subtle candle wall light. Shown with a bronze finish it can be manufactured to any materials specified and can be wired to accept either a standard tungsten lamp or a four pin 18 watt compact fluorescent lamp to suit the environment in which it…
read moreW Hotels Worldwide premieres its newest flagship hotel, W London-Leicester Square, the W brand’s 40th hotel globally. Set in the epicentre of London’s entertainment scene, W London is situated on the corner of Leicester Square and Wardour Street, nestled between cultural Soho and the world famous square. The building, which was developed by Northern Irish property company McAleer & Rushe,…
read moreRoman, one of the UK’s leading shower manufacturers and designers, is launching a brand new collection of stylish shower valves, to perfectly complement their range of enclosures, wetrooms and bath screens.The new competitively priced range presents 17 different options, incorporating concealed, semi-concealed and exposed designs, along with drench heads and multi-mode hand showers. These are available in a choice of…
read moreSituated in fashionable South Kensington, in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, The Park International Hotel is a five story Georgian building of which is nearing completion of the new wing.Dawnvale are very pleased to have been part of the refurbishment team, manufacturing and installing the new bar, servery and breakfast counter, in addition to supplying and installing high…
read moreA stylish Reception area makes a positive impact – and you never get a second chance to make a first impression.This range, available through Design Conscious, has developed from a single designer desk into a range of receptions desks and counters across two very distinctive ranges: The retro Classic Line range with curved edges and ‘go-faster’ chrome stripes and the…
read moreGrohe invites you to take part in ½ days or full days training workshops. It is totally flexible and you choose which one(s) you wish to attend.(Dates and details are on the downloadable pdf below) “My aim is to deliver the best training in the market across all key stake holder sectors, in order to achieve brand endorsement, deliver differentiation,…
read moreAn architectural practice from Liverpool is increasing its profile in the Midlands after winning three major contracts that will help transform the face of Britain’s biggest provincial city.Two of the tasks involve facelifts for two vacant 1960s buildings that for some years have blighted the city centre. And the crowning glory is creating a Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar and…
read moreFounded in 1533, Cartagena has emerged as world class tourism and resort destination, and an important convention city for the country. The hotel will be ideally located in the Bocagrande neighborhood of the city, overlooking the Caribbean Sea and approximately one and a half miles from the historic city center, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1984.Marriott…
read moreThe oldest family owned manufacturer in the UK, Wandsworth Group has announced a distribution deal with one of the oldest German family owned manufacturers, electrical company Jung. The trade partnership extends the distribution network for Jung into the UK whilst Harald Jung, the grandson of the German company’s founder, expressed his delight in having the ability to distribute Wandsworths ‘retro’…
read moreStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced plans to introduce its fast-growing Four Points brand to Indiana’s West Lafayette metro area. Four Points by Sheraton West Lafayette, adjacent to Purdue Research Park and just one mile from Purdue University, is scheduled to open in late spring 2011.With extensive renovations to guest rooms and public areas, and smart enhancements throughout…
read moreWork has started on the conversion of an existing building into a 100 bed hotel in Coventry for Premier Inn.The £6 million contract involves the conversion by the Leadbitter Group of part of the former Coventry Technical College complex, close to the city centre into a 100-bed Premier Inn at Earlsdon Park, Coventry, constructed on behalf of MCD Developments. The…
read moreTRAVELODGE’S GROWTH CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE Total sales up 13% 7.2 million rooms sold 70 new hotels opened in 2010 96 property exchanges 13 million customers stayed with Travelodge in 2010 Positive outlook for 2011, Travelodge is currently building 36 hotels & has opened four hotels already Guy Parsons, Travelodge CEO commented: “Despite the tough…
read moreThe original Victorian school house has been transformed into a chic townhouse hotel with unique, individually designed bedrooms and suites alongside stylish lounges and Oyster Bar. As part of the original programme and working directly with the client, Dawnvale carried out works to the Ground floor Bar Lounge and Oyster Bar. The decorative joinery and steel fabrication, including bespoke polished…
read more“We are delighted to announce this new flagship in the key market of London. This property will further strengthen the presence and brand awareness of our young and dynamic mid market brand Park Inn in the UK”, commented Kurt Ritter, President & CEO of Rezidor.The Rezidor Hotel Group announces the Park Inn London ExCeL. The brand new property at the…
read moreThis modern, modular bench system with sleek lines has been specifically designed for the business sector and available through Design-Conscious. An infinitely extendable concept that can be used on small or large scale projects such as sports arenas, airports, events halls and even places of worship, whilst equally suited for dining areas, reception areas, public seating, and waiting rooms. The…
read moreUpholstery specialist P F collections Ltd has increased the number of swivel chairs it now offers in its latest launch.Swivel chairs are becoming increasingly popular for the hotel and leisure industry and so the range has been increased to offer more variety and opportunities for use in different areas. Featured in the new simply chairs brochure are: Milano swivel chair…
read moreCourtyard by Marriott has opened its fifth hotel in France, the Courtyard Paris Arcueil. Located in Arcueil, a suburb just south of Paris, the hotel is conveniently located close to the headquarters of many French corporations and situated near numerous public transportation options allowing guests to reach the heart of downtown Paris in just 20 minutes.Amy McPherson, president and managing…
read moreThe JW Marriott Indianapolis Downtown opened its doors on Friday 4th February, completing the Marriott Place development project occupying seven acres along the west side of downtown Indianapolis. Marriott Place Indianapolis is a collection of five Marriott properties that offer unprecedented options for business and leisure travelers, not to mention meeting planners. In addition to the new JW Marriott Indianapolis,…
read moreMorgan Furniture, the design-led British manufacturer of contract furniture, has produced a new corporate catalogue full of useful company, project and product information to inspire existing and potential new customers.Introductory pages present the people, processes and passion behind the business, followed by 22 diverse case studies from industry sectors spanning hospitality, public spaces, workplace, healthcare and cruise ships. Finally, 45…
read moreThe Mayflower Renaissance Hotel begins 2011 with the announcement of a substantial redesign project, including a multi-million dollar refurbishment of the historic hotel. Beginning this month, the ‘Grand Dame’ of the nation’s capital will undergo physical upgrades to the lobby, restaurant, bar and retail spaces. The renovation, designed by acclaimed firm Wilson Associates, will begin later this month and is…
read moreTurkey needs quality, branded mid-market and economy hotels in secondary cities delegates were told at CATHIC (Central Asia & Turkey Hotel Investment Conference) which concluded in Istanbul (on Wednesday February 9 2011).“Turkey is crying out for branded, consistent, quality mid-market hospitality products,” said Michael Collini of Hilton Worldwide. Poğda Demircan, Hilton’s Development Manager for Turkey agreed. He also pointed out…
read moreHilton Worldwide has announced the signing of a management agreement with local property developer, Bach Dang Hotel Complex Trading Service Company, for a new Hilton Hotels & Resorts property in Da Nang City in central Vietnam.Already under construction, the 226-room, new-build Hilton Da Nang will be located in Da Nang City, a major port city in central Vietnam and the…
read moreHilton UK & Europe have installed Schulte’s the EVOline FlipTop, in meeting rooms across their UK & Europe portfolio including Frankfurt, Liverpool, Heathrow and Edinburgh. Hilton UK & Europe aim to deliver productive and hassle-free meeting environments across their hotel portfolio.Hilton chose EVOline® because of the need to make meetings as efficient and easy as possible for delegates who want…
read moreFrank Hudson have successfully launched some of their most spectacular beds yet.The beautifully hand carved Vanity bed from Frank Hudson demanded attention and is guaranteed to create a stir in any room. Shown here in hand laid silver leaf finish with leather upholstery. Other finishes and COM available. The Glamour Gothic bed was very popular and certainly very different. The…
read moreGetting it right first time and paying fastidious attention to detail is what ‘cuts the mustard’ at Signbox.When designing wayfinding signage, the detail should be useful, simple and straightforward – letting complexity shine through simplicity. This is the approach we took with the signage and branding for the new offices of Cancer Research UK. Signbox designed, manufactured and installed floor…
read moreThe ability of Wilton Carpets Commercial to marry design, flexibility and speed through its Ready to Go carpet concept has proved the winning formula for the Bury store of Peter Jackson The Jewellers.Specified by jewellery retail specialist, Hallmark Design & Shopfitting to add to the luxury feel of the interior, the carpet was selected in the striking floral of Fantasia…
read moreThe Barceló Buxton Palace Hotel has unveiled a fantastic new look for its spa and beauty rooms following a £15,000 makeover.Two double treatment rooms, two single treatment rooms, a waiting area, Decléor shop and a beautiful relaxation room have been created, doubling the capacity of the area and creating a luxurious new retreat for guests and visitors. The chic new…
read moreFalmouth has its place in history, its place as a centre of the web. Not the internet but a network of Royal Mail packet boats – the ‘snail-mail’ of the 17th and 18th Century. From here packet boats took mail, supplies and wages to British armies abroad through a web of sea routes at a speed slightly slower than 6…
read moreDawnvale are proud to launch the new website for 2011. It seems only right that the new look website corresponds with the companys continuing expansion of Leisure Interior Solutions, providing the very best in full interior fit out projects to the bar, restaurant and hotel sector. The new website is a visual representation of some of our proudest achievements that…
read moreIt was 41 years ago in January that Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts opened the Inn on the Park in London, its first European property and one that would help define the brand as it expanded around the world. Today (31st January), as the company celebrates its 50th birthday year, Four Seasons returns to Mayfair – and sets a course…
read moreStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced plans to debut its Four Points by Sheraton brand in the Nashville metropolitan area. Four Points by Sheraton Nashville-Brentwood is scheduled to open in August 2011 just ten minutes from the heart of downtown Nashville. Four Points by Sheraton Nashville-Brentwood will offer 208 comfortable and stylish guest rooms and all the amenities…
read moreMacdonald Hotels & Resorts continues to expand its 4 and 5 star portfolio, managing the former city centre, Princess on Portland Hotel.As the group’s second Manchester property, the grade II listed building has undergone a significant transformation as part of its rebrand into Macdonald Townhouse Hotel. A new team has been put in place led by Jane Farrelly as General…
read moreLeading soft furnishings designer and manufacturer Cliq Designs has held its prices in the latest issue of Choose, the company’s design specification guide and trade price list.The 2011/2012 guide, which includes specifications for Cliq’s recently launched midi quilted throw range, enables designers and buyers to specify from Cliq’s contemporary throws, headboards, bed covers, quilts, sashes, cushions and valances. All products…
read moreStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced that its global powerhouse Sheraton Hotels & Resorts will open three more hotels in China before the end of January, including its third in Shanghai and first hotel in Wenzhou, one of the most developed economic centers of Zheijang Province on China’s southeastern coast.The first to open is Sheraton Wenzhou Hotel on…
read moreThe multi-award winning Residence Restaurant and Bar sits in the glorious, historic centre of Nantwich. The elegant Regency building – once the Lord Mayor of London’s ‘Residence’ underwent a complete fit out and refurbishment programme in 2007 of which Dawnvale were proud to be appointed. After the success of their original fit-out of the elegant grade-two-listed Regency building, Dawnvale are…
read moreHot on the heels of the launch of their futuristic Spa Tower, Grand Resort Bad Ragaz has now opened eight newly refurbished Suites at the Hotel Quellenhof. Designed by Claudio Carbone, the Suites have a sumptuous, grand feel with all furniture, linens and floorings having been replaced. Having closed in October 2010, the eight 80 m² Suites at Hotel Quellenhof…
read moreThe Spanish hotel group AC Hotels and Marriott International, Inc. have formally announced their joint venture to manage and franchise a new lodging co-brand across Europe and Latin America – “AC Hotels by Marriott.”At launch, over 90 existing AC Hotels in Spain, Italy and Portugal will be re-branded as AC Hotels by Marriott and enter into long term management or…
read moreIn honour of its vibrant history deeply intertwined with that of Vancouver itself, Rosewood Hotel Georgia will officially open its doors on Saturday May 7th 2011, exactly 84 years to the day that the hotel first opened its doors in 1927. Originally opened in the decadent 1920’s, the hotel came to be known as Vancouver’s most elegant retreat, attracting Royalty…
read moreMuch loved Hôtel de Toiras, a splendid 17th century former ship owner’s residence on Île de Ré (just off the West coast of France), will open a stunning sister property in May 2011. Situated in the heart of the charming port of Saint Martin de Ré, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, just a short stroll from the Hôtel de Toiras…
read moreBarceloneta chair designed by deepdesign and available through Design-Conscious is a clever outdoor seat inspired by the Barcelona pavilion chair designed by Mies van der Rohe. It’s almost like a caricature of the design classic Barcelona chair – with details imitating the capitonné buttoning and the swish of the crossed leg frame.Robust construction, weatherproof and with a lightweight aluminium frame…
read moreLano Flooring Solutions has breathed new life into its Walk of Fame collection with the introduction of eight stunning new shades in a revamped line-up for its 16 strong colourbank.Created to offer hospitality interiors an on-trend colour choice alongside shades that have been proven in many prestigious installations, the new colourbank is joined by three updated stock designs in two…
read moreManchebo Beach Resort & Spa, one of Aruba’s most intimate beach resorts, has introduced newly refurbished Deluxe Ocean and Deluxe Garden View rooms, following a series of extensive renovations. Located on Eagle Beach, Aruba’s widest stretch of beach, the two-storey Manchebo is a luxury boutique style resort, featuring just 71 ocean and garden view rooms with contemporary décor and top-range…
read moreI’ve lost count of the number of trips I have made into what we must now call Central Europe over the last ten years. A fascination with the changes being wrought in the formerly oppressed states of what was called ‘Eastern Europe’ has grown into a love of the sense of history contained in the architecture and landscapes. This, my…
read moreMany things can drive the genesis of a new hotel chain, but mostly it is driven by personal views of owners. Room Mate was a response by three friends in Madrid to their inability to find an hotel that satisfied their view of what an hotel should be. Setting out objectively to list what they were looking for they created…
read moreThe 5-star Hotel & Spa “Der Steirerhof” in Bad Walterdorf in Austria has recently finished the most intensive investment in quality since the opening of the hotel.Situtated in a famous region of thermal salt springs, the hotel is surrounded by 60.000 m² of natural herb gardens, which are an essential part of the Spa concept of the hotel. On request,…
read moreThe Rezidor Hotel Group has opened their new flagship in Sweden: the Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel, Stockholm with direct connection to the Stockholm Waterfront Congress Centre – one of Scandinavia’s largest facilities for meetings and events. The brand new hotel and congress centre have been designed by White, a leading Scandinavian architectural agency, and feature chic and contemporary interiors by…
read moreHamilton Litestat; Interiors Birmingham, 23-26 January 2011, hall 3, stand E28) Decorative electrical wiring accessories and lighting control specialists Hamilton Litestat will be displaying a new crystal clear range of switch plates and sockets at 2011’s Interiors event.The stylish new Perception range, which features completely concealed fixings, has been designed to blend subtly against the wall, allowing the wall covering…
read moreAloft Hotels has announced the opening of a second Jacksonville property with Aloft Jacksonville Tapestry Park. Aloft made its Jacksonville debut in 2009 with Aloft Jacksonville Airport.With 137 loft-inspired rooms, Aloft Jacksonville Tapestry Park will bring urban-influenced, modern, open, and vibrant design – at an affordable price point – to Tapestry Park’s European-inspired streetscapes. Aloft will also buzz with a…
read moreOriginally a neglected Franciscan priory, the Hotel Monopol site was purchased and works completed in 1892. Architect Karl Grosser was responsible for transforming the abandoned building into a very modern hotel with beautiful Neo-baroque façade.Recently taken over by new owners, the hotel has undergone a careful renovation resulting in a stylish yet modern hotel that retains the glamour, opulence and…
read moredesign-conscious have supplied Alessi tableware and accessories for over 16 years and have enjoyed a long and fruitful relationship with this forward-thinking design house with a respected manufacturing history of quality. design-conscious have supplied Alessi tableware to Michelin starred restaurants, cutlery to Royal Estates, barware to Premiership Football clubs and a variety of accessories to 5 star Hotels for breakfast…
read moreMorgans Hotel Group Co. (“Morgans”) has recently announced the opening of Mondrian SoHo on March 1st, with an exclusive preview at the end of February. Fantasy meets sophisticated chic with Morgans Hotel Group’s unveiling of its third Mondrian, the renowned lifestyle brand known for its distinct style of hospitality, nightlife and entertainment, and the company’s downtown debut in Manhattan’s famed…
read moreThe recent refurbishment of the spectacular five-star Grange City Hotel has seen bespoke carpet from Axminster Carpets Commercial installed in meeting rooms, the auditorium, guestrooms and corridors. Following the recent installation of carpet from the Devon-based manufacturer at the Grange Hotel Group’s highly acclaimed Grange St Pauls Hotel, Axminster Commercial’s design team worked with the group and interior designers Buchanan…
read moreHospitality 2011 will be the perfect opportunity for Andy Thornton to showcase new products and popular collections from their extensive ranges of furniture and lighting for hotels, restaurants and bars. The company is constantly introducing new and innovative furniture and lighting products to the UK hospitality market.Andy Thornton will be launching the new Stylus table base from Pedrali at the…
read moreStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc has announced it will debut its new Aloft brand in Oklahoma City in early 2013. Aloft Oklahoma City Downtown-Bricktown will be located right at the heart of the revitalized Bricktown district – the city’s hotspot for arts and entertainment. Owned by New Century Investments, the newly constructed hotel will offer style at a steal…
read moreBespoke carpet from Wilton Carpets Commercial now adorns public areas of the stunning Grand Central Hotel Glasgow as it takes its place once again as the city’s leading four-star hotel. As part a £20m refurbishment and commissioned by Karen Cleaver, design director of hotel owner Principal Hayley; Axminster woven carpets from Wilton Carpets Commercial are now providing stunning looks and…
read moreMacdonald Compleat Angler at Marlow aims to maintain its status as one of the top UK hotels by offering an exceptional level of customer service through professional training. All the front of house team have now completed a nationally recognised NVQ Level 2 in customer service and two of the hotel’s key departments have been awarded the status of Centres…
read moreThe Raphael Hotel, Kansas City’s landmark property, is thrilled to announce its official affiliation with the Autograph Collection beginning on February 1, 2011. The Autograph Collection is a portfolio of upscale, independent hotels and resorts, each with a distinctive personality. The Raphael is among the first to become a part of Marriott International’s Autograph Collection in the iconic historic hotel…
read moreA new series of directional LED luminaires is now being introduced by Baulmann Leuchten. Being integrated in a solid stainless-steel housing, a 3W warm-white LED provides a wide-beam light distribution for corridors, staircaises, guestrooms, etc. Especially in corridors these luminaires can be used for a 24 hours safety lighting; all components are also suitable for the use with motion sensors.Using…
read moreRoman, the UK’s leading shower manufacturer and designer, came to the rescue and showered one family with a stylish new shower enclosure, tray and valve in the Christmas Special of DIY SOS.DIY SOS came to the rescue of Mike from Littlehampton, who had spent his life savings on home improvements so his sons could come and visit, but he was…
read moreLondon is looking forward to two of its best trading years ever in 2011 and 2012 as the world’s attention focuses on the capital at the end of April for the royal wedding, and next summer for the London Olympic Games.“These two opportunities represent a marketing dream,” said hotel consultant Russell Kett, managing director of HVS London. “It’s a fantastic…
read moreIn response to the call for more environmentally sympathetic and ecologically sound sign systems, Signbox introduced timber fin. Available in a range of profile shapes and sizes, timber finis versatile for landscape applications within the hotel and leisure sector. Supplied from a sustainable source that meets class 1 requirements, timber finis produced by laminating off-cuts of western red cedar. The…
read moreJumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hotel company and member of Dubai Holding, has signed an agreement with Azinco Holding Company to manage VENU Bilgah Hotel, Baku, a new contemporary lifestyle hotel on the shores of the Caspian Sea, scheduled to open in 2011.The hotel has been constructed in a wave-like structure reflecting the style of the Jumeirah Beach Hotel in…
read moreMany things can drive the genesis of a new hotel chain, but mostly it is driven by personal views of owners. Room Mate was a response by three friends in Madrid to their inability to find an hotel that satisfied their view of what an hotel should be. Setting out objectively to list what they were looking for they created…
read moreDernier & Hamlyn’s work can be seen extensively at the recently opened Savoy Hotel in London, following the most ambitious restoration in British history. Its light fittings at the hotel include over 100 floor standards, more than 200 ceiling fittings and hundreds of handmade silk shades all manufactured at Dernier & Hamlyn’s UK factory to meet the exacting standards of…
read moreCorinthia Hotels has received the ‘Award for International Achievement’ at the Arabian Business Achievement Awards ceremony in Burj Khalifa, Dubai. The prestigious award recognises the rapid growth of the collection of Corinthia Hotels, culminating in the launch of its flagship hotel in London, set for an official opening in spring 2011.Alfred Pisani, Founder and Chairman of Corinthia Hotels, collected the…
read moreThe Rezidor Hotel Group announces Hotel Missoni Belek, Antalya: The 138 rooms-property on the famous Turkish Riviera will welcome the first guests in 2013. Hotel Missoni, Rezidor’s bold and fashionable lifestyle brand, debuted in 2009 – each hotel is personally designed by Creative Director Rosita Missoni, founder of the iconic Italian fashion house Missoni.“We develop Hotel Missoni in carefully selected…
read moreThe 15th century Best Western Swan hotel has installed 21st century technology, which is relatively new to the hospitality industry.All 48 bedrooms and the luxurious Cathedral Suite now boast state of the art locking systems, installed by Yorkshire based TLJ security systems. Guests are issued with a card that allows them to gain access to their room without physically touching…
read moreAfter the success of their recent fit-out of Epernay in Manchester city centre, interior fit-out specialist Andy Thornton Ltd was delighted to work again with Thornton Inns Ltd on the £300,000 fit-out of the new bar and bistro at Manchester Airport.Situated at Terminal One, air side, the new Epernay site was positioned in an unusual half-hexagon shaped area within the…
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