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Workspace Design Show: a closer look at the design talks Returning to London’s Business Design Centre on February 27-28, the Workspace Design Show builds on the theme ‘Destination Workplace: Places Where People Want to Be’. Here is a little more about what to expect in the talks, interviews and discussions… To cover the ever-changing world of workplace strategy and design,…
read moreProduct watch: touchless taps from KEUCO Combining technology with stylish design, KEUCO has developed the IXMO Sensor series of touchless taps in response to increasing concerns about both hygiene and sustainability… The design of the IXMO Sensor series of touchless taps by KEUCO includes a number of additional benefits that ensure the product is easy to clean and with a…
read moreHyatt Regency San Francisco – harnessing the creativity of the city The newly reimagined Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SoMa, designed by the multi-faceted, bi-coastal interior design firm BHDM Design, has been created to celebrate community, art and sustainability with a defined palette throughout the hotel… Hyatt Regency SoMa ,akes a strong design statement with layers of different textures and…
read moreTREND feels the way with glass mosaics Feel is a new collection of glass mosaics from TREND. Made from recycled molten glass, the range takes mosaics to a whole new level by playing with the senses and adding texture… The distinctive style of TREND solid glass mosaics have unique light-reflecting qualities and depth of colour that add a bespoke finish…
read more7 interior design trends set to shape our spaces in 2023 When it comes to interior design trends for 2023, the year is, according to Interior Designer Benji Lewis, “all about bold colours, 70’s glamour and an opportunity to introduce personal style and vigour to a space.” We thought we would take a look at how these trends will translate…
read moreWorkspace Design Show announces an inspiring speaker line-up Workspace Design Show returns for the second time, unveiling an exciting speaker line-up as part of its 2023 edition. Taking place once again at London’s Business Design Centre, the show brings together the UK’s workplace interiors community to explore the experience of tomorrow’s workspaces… The Workspace Design Show will take place in…
read moreWellness trends: the shape of spas to come Sparcstudio an independent, creative design studio specialising in spa and wellness design for over 15 years in the spa, wellness, fitness, hotel, and resort sectors has announced its key trends in spa design for 2023. Creative Director, Beverley Bayes talks us through the trends… It’s an incredibly exciting time in the world…
read more6 inspiring sensory surface trends to expect in 2023 Inevitably a new year is punctuated by predictions and trends of what is to come on the design stage. Sifting though the conversation is often inspiring and certainly interesting and when it comes to surface design there are some products that are both reflecting these points of conversation as well as…
read moreYOTEL announces its first hotel signing in Saudi Arabia The latest YOTEL property will be a key hospitality development in one of the world’s most ambitious projects, set to define sustainable urban living. This is what we know… Global hospitality brand YOTEL is known for challenging the status quo, so it comes as no surprise that its first hotel signing…
read moreGranorte celebrates one year of its UK showroom Can you ‘corking’ believe it? The beginning of 2023 marks a year since the opening of Granorte’s first UK showroom for its range of cork floors, walls and furniture… Providing more than 900 square metres of warehouse space, as well as a sample centre, showroom and offices, Granorte’s Telford headquarters provides retail…
read moreLeaflike shares three biophilic trends for 2023 Experts in planting design for luxury hotels and hospitality spaces, Leaflike shares biophilic design and trends that are set to put down roots in the year ahead… As hoteliers and the hospitality industry continue to consolidate strategic plans for the year ahead, the buzz around biophilic design remains key and the question remains:…
read moreJW Marriott opens second property in Germany JW Marriott is about to arrive in Berlin, Germany, promising a new era of hospitality with a focus on mindfulness… Opening as the brand’s second property in Germany, hot off the heals after the transformation of JW Marriott Riyadh, JW Marriott Hoetl Berlin is all about mindfulness, with its state-of-the-art wellness centre, innovative…
read moreIn conversation with: Patrick Speck, Global Design Leader at GROHE We caught up with Patrick Speck, Global Design Leader, LIXIL, EMENA & GROHE UK to discuss the trends from sustainability to surface texture that continue to impacted on bathroom product design, along with those shaping the brand moving forwards into 2023 and beyond… While HIX tends to be a rollercoaster…
read moreJames Latham strengthens its range James Latham has introduced Dekodur Architectural Metals to its product catalogue, a metal-surfaced laminate offering design flexibility… Architectural Metals is the latest collection in the James Latham portfolio of products, and comprises of a range of high-pressure laminates with a real metal surface and phenolic paper backing. Lathams is the UK and Ireland’s largest and…
read morePatina Maldives: turning the tide in hotel design The Maldives is as remote a tropical paradise as you can find on planet earth. Sara Darling took the duel-flight journey (plus a seaplane) to land into the heart of Patina Maldives, a sharply designed luxury hotel, which opened in the wake of the pandemic in 2021… Just under 50 kilometres from…
read moreIntroducing Mori – a sustainable jewel in the heart of the forest ‘Mori’, Japanese for forest, has been designed as a holiday home offering room for four people, with a clear focus on sustainability. We stepped inside to see how it was done… Mori, a property that couldn’t be more connected to nature if it tried, was built using the…
read moreFOCUS eco fireplace wins at German Design Award 2023 The new glazed version of the Gyrofocus fireplace from FOCUS, a design that has survived fashions and trends over the last fifty-plus years, has been awarded after the company reimagined the classic, bringing it bang-up-to-date whilst making it environmentally and eco-efficient… The iconic Gyrofocus by FOCUS was selected as ‘the most…
read more5 bathroom design trends to expect in 2023, according to Roberto Palomba With the aim to capture emerging bathroom design trends as we step into 2023 we caught up with Roberto Palomba, Ideal Standard’s Chief Design Officer and Co-Founder of renowned Italian Design Studio, Palomba Serafini Associati (PS+A)… Despite trends being considered somewhat subjective, design is and has always been…
read moreHottest hotel openings expected in 2023 (Q1 & Q2) Hotel openings, developments and pipelines continue unabated with sights firmly set in 2023, on driving the hospitality industry forward in full blown creative mode by designing projects to capture our imagination. Writer Pauline Brettell starts the year off by referencing a few of the hottest hotel openings for Q1 and Q2…
read moreYear in review: 12 months of networking from NEWH UK Chapter The NEWH UK Chapter celebrated its 20th anniversary this year with an appropriately jam-packed schedule of events designed to connect those working in the hospitality industry, and in doing so, support the next generation by raising scholarship funds for students studying interior design and architecture… NEWH is an international…
read moreA year in review: GROHE looks back on 2022 For global bathroom manufacturer, GROHE, 2022 was a year of strengthening its core brand pillar of sustainability, through business initiatives and brand partnerships. As the unrelenting movement towards green specification and sustainable awareness remains, GROHE continues to highlight themselves as a leader in sustainable innovation and as a sustainable partner… This…
read moreWaldorf Astoria sets its sights on Malaysia LW Design Hong Kong has been appointed to introduce the first Waldorf Astoria to Malaysia, bringing the brand’s legendary service and unforgettable experiences to the heart of Kuala Lumpur. Here’s what we know… Tradewinds Corporation Berhad has acquired the Istana Hotel Kuala Lumpur, which has a longstanding history and holds fond and nostalgic…
read moreIn conversation with: Sarah Evans, Head of Product Marketing, Hansgrohe UK Discussing the key features for hoteliers to look out for when taking a long-term approach to choosing products for bathroom renovations, Sarah Evans looks at the importance of the Hansgrohe ethos to ‘fit and forget’ when it comes to developing sustainable solutions in the bathroom… Fitting products that will…
read moreBanyan Tree takes Garrya to Koh Samui Garrya Tongsai Bay Samui has opened its doors, following a rebranding of the well-established resort on Thailand’s island of Koh Samui. It is the latest addition to the new Garrya brand of contemporary wellbeing-centred hotels by the Banyan Tree Group… After multiple phases of innovative remodelling and refurbishment, while staying true to the…
read moreSneak peek: a first look inside No.42 by GuestHouse Boutique hotel group GuestHouse Hotels has unveiled the design for its uniquely English seaside property, No.42 by GuestHouse, in Margate. The third hotel in the group, opening in June 2023, it follows No.1 by GuestHouse, York and No.15 by GuestHouse, Bath… Beginning in Bath with the opening of No.15, a grand…
read moreRoundtable: utilising circadian lighting in hotel design In Hotel Designs’ latest roundtable, Editor Hamish Kilburn, in association with Franklite, invites leading interior and lighting designers to explore the reality of circadian lighting in hotels… With wellness continuing to be high on the hospitality design agenda – and with hotels continually looking for innovative and meaningful ways to differentiate themselves –…
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read more9 innovative bathroom products launched in 2022 With the design spotlight firmly focussed on both wellness and sustainability during the course of 2022, bathrooms have come out of the shadows to dominate the design stage. Writer Pauline Brettell shares the products and concepts that have caught her eye, elevated design, and in some case redefined the bathroom as we know…
read moreYear in review: remember when UNILIN unveiled this ultra sustainable oak finish? Master Oak, which first entered our radar in February this year, is the multiple international award–winning decorative finish from UNILIN Panels. Here’s why we love it… Recognised for excellence in sustainability and product by DNA Paris Design Awards and the MIAW Design & Innovation Awards, Master Oak is…
read moreTREND surfaces — green by design Sustainability is a term that has, quite rightly, become a mantra for businesses the world over in recent years, and a major factor when considering materials and suppliers. Whilst many have found themselves hastily having to make adjustments to jump on the eco-bandwagon, it is something that has always been at the very heart…
read moreA playful stay inside No.1 York by GuestHouse Embracing her ‘inner child’, Rachel Everett checks in to No.1 by GuestHouse in York – and is left, checking out, feeling rather nostalgic… No.1 by GuestHouse, the Guest brothers’ latest 39-key hotel in York is set in a handsome 19th-century townhouse. It’s the brainchild of brothers Tristan, James and Tom, who have…
read moreIntroducing the top 25 Brit List Hoteliers of 2022 This month has been punctuated by the editorial series celebrating the publication of The Brit List 2022. Following on the designers and architects that we have already profiled, here is the third and final instalment in this series. Introducing top 25 hoteliers in Britain — individuals who have not only made…
read moreMeliá Hotels steps up its luxury portfolio Spanish hotel brand Meliá Hotels International, placed as the third largest hotel group in Europe, has announced that one in three hotel openings between 2023 and 2026 will be within its luxury portfolio… The luxury brand rooted in Mediterranean heritage and born in Palma de Mallorca in 1956, has announced an ambitious pipeline…
read moreBy 2030, Duravit will reduce its CO2 by 20% – and here’s how Duravit has responded to the UN climate conference COP 27, which took place last month, by amplifying its mission towards reducing CO2 by producing consciously sustainable bathrooms – from the manufacturing process right through to the end user… Even in 2022, sustainability remains a buzzword that is…
read moreIntroducing the top 25 Brit List Architects of 2022 Encapsulating a diverse range of design and architectural innovation, and following swiftly on the heels of us unveiling the top 25 hotel interior designers in Britain, we present you with the top 25 hotel architects in Britain, as profiled in The Brit List 2022… What is immediately impressive when running through…
read moreKohler partners with designer Nada Debs at Design Miami Kohler has unveiled its partnership with global artist and designer, Nada Debs, through the creation of a custom hammam to be displayed at Design Miami 2022. Kohler’s presentation of Transcendence by Debs, along with various onsite and digital activations, pays homage to cultural inclusivity, environmental sustainability, and heritage through design and…
read moreHIX 2022 review: from a mycelium bar to the metaverse HIX 2022 was underlined by the event theme; ‘Great things will grow’ – and indeed, from the discussions on stage to the conversations on the stands the event was fuelled by a sense of positivity and purpose as the industry as a whole faces up to the challenges of net…
read moreFoster + Partners will design one of London’s largest timber developments Foster + Partners has released CGIs showing its design for a new mixed-use development building, which will be made from timber, in the fast-changing neighbourhood of Bayswater. Here’s what we know… The William, a mixed-use development building that will be opposite the building that will shelter London’s first Six…
read moreIn conversation with: Ben Naylor, Group Operations Director, Sanderson Design Group With sustainability at the heart of the Sanderson Design Group strategy moving forward, we caught up with Ben Naylor to dig a little deeper into the groups Sustainability Pledge and find out what it actually means for SDG to ‘Live Beautiful’… To ‘Live Beautiful’ from a Sanderson Design Group…
read moreEditor checks in: “hotels in the metaverse and beyond” Headsets on. Hot off the HIX Talks stage, where he and a handful of visionaries explored why hotels are betting on cyberspace, Editor Hamish Kilburn is himself heading into the metaverse to explore how virtual spaces, in theory as well as reality, could work in harmony with physical hospitality and hotel…
read moreIntroducing the top 25 Brit List Interior Designers of 2022 Earlier this month, The Brit List 2022 was published, which profiles the leading interior designers, architects and hoteliers in Britain, following the projects that have completed throughout this year. Kickstarting a three-part editorial series, here are The Brit List Interior Designers of 2022… The Brit List Awards has become known…
read moreWe have come so far from the time when the choice is hotels was Italian or steakhouse. Today, destination restaurants and Michelin star chefs are sheltered inside some of the world’s most premium luxury hotels. But what’s next on the menu for Food and Beverage design in hotels? Alexandre Santamaria, Founder, Aware Hospitality, has a few thoughts… Guide to Hotel…
read moreMiniview: Hotel Terrestre – sustainable architecture reimagined Grupo Habita has been leading a design revolution in Mexico’s hospitality industry choosing untapped locations in Mexico where they integrate their vision into the personality of the location. Located in the Mexican jungle outside Puerto Escondido, Grupo Habita’s newest project, Hotel Terrestre, invites guests to reconnect with the luxury of nature… At Hotel…
read moreLive from HIX: Edmund Bell reveals recycled ranges Edmund Bell, supplier of fabrics and accessories to the commercial, institutional and domestic interiors markets, is on stand 48 at HIX showcasing their comprehensive range of fabrics along with two brand new products made from recycled materials… Humans use around 1.2 million plastic bottles per minute, and only 56 per cent of…
read moreLive from HIX: sustainable luxury from Hypnos Sharing its latest innovation in the realm of sustainable luxury, Hypnos Contract Beds is on Stand 28 at HIX showcasing the Woolsleepers Pillow Top mattress… Taking pride of place on the Hypnos stand at HIX is the Woolsleepers Pillow Top mattress. The ultimate in comfort and sustainability, the breathable, antibacterial mattress boasts a…
read moreLive from HIX: inside the new Novotel hotel concept with Ligne Roset Ligne Roset has collaborated with Novotel and designers Damien Perrot and Ramy Fischler to usher in a new era of design for the hospitality brand with sustainability at its heart. The designs are being showcased at HIX on the Ligne Roset Stand 18. In addition editor Hamish Kilburn…
read moreShipwrecked in the Maldives: checking in to Gili Lankanfushi After setting his watch to ‘Gili time’, and being persuaded to say goodbye to shoes for the duration of his trip, Editor Hamish Kilburn experiences what is like to feel shipwrecked on Gili Lankanfushi, one of the most raved-about island hotels in the Maldives – and for good reason… The closest…
read moreInside new beachside tented villas at Fairmont Maldives Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi has unveiled new beachside tented villas, which have been designed to created an added sense of adventure. Editor Hamish Kilburn takes a look inside… Are we in Africa, on safari? Not quite, although the latest addition to Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi – beachside tented accommodation –…
read moreChecking in to room2 Chiswick – the world’s first net-zero hometel When it comes to architecture, design and fashion, London is home to many ‘firsts’. Answering to any allegation of ‘greenwashing’ with conscious hotel design and hosptiality, Lamington Group unveiled the world’s first net-zero hometel – and it has the stats to back up that claim, as Nadia Walford discovers when…
read moreIdeal Standard – making a statement in the hotel bathroom As the hotel bathroom increasingly takes centre stage in the guest experience, Ideal Standard looks at some design solutions to elevate this previously practical space. From high-traffic lobby washrooms to spa-like hotel bathrooms, these spaces create lasting impressions for guests that go well beyond their stay… To achieve truly impactful…
read moreRoundtable: nature vs nurture in surface design The latest Hotel Designs roundtable took place in the midst of the creative energy that was London Design Festival. In association with Atlas Concorde, Editor Hamish Kilburn welcomed a group of leading designers to the table, appropriately surrounded by the Atlas Concorde range of stone, porcelain and marble, and more than a few…
read moreCircular shower solutions from GROHE With nearly one third of Europeans living in areas experiencing water strain, GROHE has taken up the challenge, exploring new and innovative solutions to transform how we use water in the home with a recycling shower concept to combat water scarcity… GROHE has unveiled a new water-recycling shower concept, expanding the brand’s range of bathroom…
read moreDesign & wellbeing: designing with the seasons In the third article in an exclusive ‘wellness series’ with Hotel Designs, interior designer Wren Loucks, CEO and Creative Director of Be-kin, explores the psychological benefits of adapting with the seasons in interior design and hospitality… Imagine, for a moment, a hotel that moves and shifts with the seasons. A hospitality space where the…
read moreIs this the future of co-living in London? With a pioneering new vision for city living, Dandi has announced the opening of its innovative co-living scheme – Dandi Wembley, a hybrid concept planning to redefine co-living by delivering an elevated new standard of rental design reminiscent of a luxury hotel... Dandi and its partner Dukelease have announced the opening of…
read moreCharting the course – insights from AHC 2022 Hoteliers, investors and developers, spent two days at AHC 2022 (Annual Hotel Conference), sharing and absorbing valuable insight on pertinent topics delivered in keynotes, panel discussions and presentations at the event in Manchester – here are some of the top tips and takeaways given to help the hotel sector ‘chart the course’……
read moreRoundtable: enhancing guest experience in hotel bathroom design For our latest roundtable, Editor Hamish Kilburn, in association with Geberit, sat down with a group of designers working in the hospitality industry, from boutique through to the brands, to discuss the changing demands being made on bathrooms in the hotel context and, importantly, how to harness both design and technology to…
read more‘Take me to church’: inside NH Collection Milano CityLife The NH Collection Hotel Group has opened its 12th hotel in Milan, taking guests on an extraordinary journey through history, design and innovation while offering the opportunity to stay in a reimagined 1930’s church… Located in the futuristic CityLife district in the heart of Milan, the new hotel is a masterful mix…
read moreEpisode 25: capturing a deeper sense of wellness (Karen Stonely) In episode 25 of DESIGN POD, sponsored by Minotti London, Editor Hamish Kilburn, host of the podcast for design and architecture enthusiasts, meets Karen Stonely, Co-Founder of SPAN Architecture, to understand how she and her team capture wellness and wellbeing in design and architecture… Meet Karen Stonely, an artist, designer,…
read moreHypnos starts the conversation at Hotel Hypnos British bedmaker Hypnos has partnered with likeminded hospitality experts for series of in-depth interviews. Kicking off the series of talks, Hotel Hypnos welcomed Sally Beck, General Manager at the stunning Royal Lancaster London hotel, as its first guest… Hypnos Contract Beds, the largest provider of hospitality beds in the UK and makers of…
read moreGROHE wins award for contribution to circular economy design Wallpaper has awarded GROHE’s Cradle to Cradle Certified collection in the ‘Best Sustainable Step Forward’ category for this year’s Smart Space Awards… The Smart Space Awards, now in their second year, where created to celebrate and explore what’s new and emerging in product design, with a eye on goods that will…
read moreProduct watch: a look at Kaldewei’s solar bathroom solution Kaldewei is bringing its luxstainability concept from the sanitary mainland to the seven seas for the first time, equipping the solar-powered catamarans of SILENT YACHTS with sustainable Miena washbowls… The collaboration between the German bathroom manufacturer and the shipbuilding company is sustainable in the truest sense of the word, as both…
read moreExclusive: a preview of The Inclusive Hotel Room at Independent Hotel Show A key feature of the upcoming Independent Hotel Show will be The Inclusive Hotel Room, an immersive showcase of concepts and materials designed to welcome each and every guest equally. Peter Turner, Managing Director of design studio Cocoon & Bauer, gives us a sneak preview of the room’s design…
read moreHypnos adds new layer of luxury in Staffordshire hotel Hypnos’ long-running commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and creating truly sustainable sleep, make it the perfect partner for The Tawney Hotel in rural Staffordshire, offering guests choices that from a hillside treehouse to a designer shepherds hut… Located in the heart of rural Staffordshire, The Tawny Hotel provides an experience…
read moreA look at Rosewood’s Southeast Asia pipeline Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is adding to its global portfolio of luxury properties as it re-emerges in Southeast Asia with newly re-opened properties and refreshed programming. Here’s what we know… Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, has announced the re-opening of Rosewood Bangkok in Thailand and Rosewood Luang Prabang in Laos as well as key…
read moreThe Quid – a new lifestyle address in Venice The new voco Venice Mestre, The Quid, is a project developed by interior design firm THDP which skilfully blends materials to create the perfect mix of natural elements to form a dialogue between the interior and exterior. The result is a welcoming space where everyone feels comfortable… The design narrative developed…
read moreExclusive round-up: London Design Festival 2022 London Design Festival 2022 was a week of events, exhibitions and installations as the entire city provided a platform for designers and creative businesses to showcase their work. With festival programme in hand, the Hotel Designs team divided and conquered to ensure that they got to see and experience (almost) everything the event had…
read moreroom2 to open three more net-zero hotels Real estate investor and developer Lamington Group has announced plans to open three new net zero room2 hometels in York, Glasgow and Manchester in 2024, 2025 and 2026 respectively… Emerging over the last year to prove that it is a true pioneer of net-zero hotel design and hospitality, with the opening of room2…
read morePanel discussion: texture, colour and materials in bathroom design With the aim to define how bathrooms are evolving, Hotel Designs, in association with Bathroom Brands Group, invited Sarah Dabbs, Associate at Spaceinvader Design, Sasha Stupar, Associate Director at EPR Architects and Sarah Wakefield, Creative Director at Jolie Studio to explore texture, colour and materials in the bathroom… There are many…
read moreFirst look: inside The Tampa EDITION – a jewel in the crown The creative force behind the Tampa EDITION reads like a who’s who of hospitality design. The hotel and residences have been masterminded and created by Ian Schrager in collaboration with Marriott International, and designed, concepted and programmed by ISC Design Studio, in partnership with Morris Adjmi Architects, Nichols…
read moreSustano by Duravit – recyclable & sustainable Sustano is Duravit’s first recyclable DuraSolid Nature shower tray. The shower tray features a flat, rimless design for installation flush with the floor, and is available in a wide range of dimensions and colours, enabling a unique and creative bathroom design offering… Sustano represents the launch of Duravit’s new and innovative material DuraSolid…
read moreBold brushstrokes: the art inside The Other House, South Kensington Bergman Design House, the design studio behind the interiors of South Kensington’s hottest new address, The Other House, has created and curated a bespoke update of over 100 existing 18th century oil paintings, combining bold, bright colours and a sense of humour, breathing new life into the pieces while creating…
read moreedyn announces sixth Locke in London edyn, the hybrid hospitality pioneer which has shaken up the extended stay sector, has announced the expansion of its lifestyle brand Locke with the acquisition of the NH hotel in London’s exclusive Kensington and Chelsea district. The hotel is being designed by London-based architects and designers Atelier Ochre, alongside interior design specialists House of…
read moreThe latest from Scandic in downtown Helsinki Scandic Helsinki Hub has opened its doors in the Finnish capital. Located in downtown Helsinki, the hotel is housed in an impressive 1920s printing house that has been transformed into a large 352 guestroom hotel… Scandic Helsinki Hub is strategically located at the crossroads of downtown Helsinki and the charming Helsinki south district.…
read moreKaldewei adds ‘luxstainability’ to the bathrooms in room2 Chiswick Sharing a similar mindset and ethos, bathroom manufacturer Kaldewei was the perfect fit to work alongside the Lamington Group on the sustainable and eco-friendly room2 Chiswick hometel… room2 Chiswick is the world’s first hotel that accounts for its entire carbon footprint making it ‘whole life net zero’. Alongside the sustainable and…
read moreHave you heard? DESIGN POD episode 21 is live! Holly Hallam, the Managing Director for Design LSM, was Editor Hamish Kilburn’s special guest this week on DESIGN POD, the podcast for all design and architecture enthusiasts that is sponsored by Minotti London. The topic? Exploring a new era of lifestyle in design and hospitality. Listen to the full episode below……
read moreMore power, less water with the TwistFlush from Villeroy & Boch The revolutionary TwistFlush toilet flushing system from Villeroy & Boch combines exceptionally clean and hygienic flush performance with extremely efficient use of water. Here’s the secret behind the system… A sustainable lifestyle includes the conscious use of resources. A TwistFlush toilet that saves precious water every time it is…
read moreBathroom goals: timeless design inside Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA The interior design scheme of Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA, initiated by Architect Simone Micheli, called upon bathroom brand GROHE to create wellness spaces that were compliant with local environment standards while staying true to its treasured history… Nestled in cave dwellings of the mountains of Matera sits…
read moreAlape sets the stage in the bathroom Combining minimalism with comfort and functionality, Alape incorporates this high standard into bathroom furnishings with its new Arkta range, focusing on the entire wash place from the basin to high-quality furniture solutions… The bathroom as a place of retreat is becoming increasingly important in a fast-paced world. Additionally, values such as naturalness, durability,…
read moreEpisode 20: Energy-positive hotels (Ivaylo Lefterov) In episode 20 of DESIGN POD, Editor Hamish Kilburn catches up with Ivaylo Lefterov, inside the Minotti London showroom, to understand how his plan is coming along to develop the world’s first energy-positive hotel, which sits under a glacier in Norway… Ever since Hotel Designs heard the first whispers of the project – and its ambitious aims –…
read moreListen now: ‘energy-positive hotels’ is the theme for ep. 20 of DESIGN POD Listen up. The latest episode of DESIGN POD has dropped, and in it Editor Hamish Kilburn speaks to Ivaylo Lefterov to understand the challenges and opportunities behind developing the world’s first energy-positive hotel, which will sit under a spectacular glacier in Norway… Episode 20 of DESIGN POD,…
read moreMiniview: authenticity meets modernity at W Costa Navarino W Costa Navarino, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 hotel brands, has recently opened its doors overlooking the protected and historic Bay of Navarino, and in true W style it is set to introduce a place that fosters creativity, individuality, and freedom of expression… With architectural design led by renowned Greek…
read moreHotel Summit & Tech in Hospitality Summit 2022 unveil speaker line-up With just over a month to go until hoteliers and suppliers will attend Hotel Summit and Tech in Hospitality Summit, Editor Hamish Kilburn takes a look at the speaker line-up, which includes panel discussions and talks on sustainability, technology and diversity… With just under five weeks to go until…
read moreHarrison Spinks’ path to becoming leaders in luxury sustainable comfort The plot around bed manufacturer Harrison Spinks becoming leaders in sustainability thickens. Here is how the brand that was born on a farm, near Leeds 180 years ago, is making a difference… Fifth generation family business Harrison Spinks secures its position as industry leaders in luxury sustainable comfort with a…
read moreIn conversation with: Toni ElKadi on maximising the hotel bathroom experience With the bathroom playing an increasingly important role when it comes to selecting a hotel, a high-quality, contemporary design is key. Toni ElKadi, Head of Global Project Business Duravit, spoke to us about upgrading the hotel experience, while looking at how to maximise customer satisfaction via design… Whether in…
read moreGROHE further commits to greener design scene In an important step towards greener buildings, GROHE is disclosing the ecological impact of its products with the release of Environmental Product Declarations (EPD), and have committed to rolling this out for more than 600 products by the end of October… As carbon emissions from buildings and construction constitute almost 40 per cent…
read moreJames Latham strengthens its sustainable portfolio James Latham, one of the UK’s leading and most forward-thinking distributors of timber, panels, and decorative surfaces, has become the only UK distributor of revolutionary Spanish construction panel HONEXT, harnessing its potential to help deliver sustainable and cost-effective design solutions… HONEXT is a game-changing, carbon-neutral, lightweight construction panel, produced from waste fibres and cellulose…
read moreBarceló opens the doors of The Orient Jakarta Barceló Hotel Group has opened the new Orient Jakarta in the capital of Indonesia. A Royal Hideaway Hotel, it has been designed by architect Bill Bensley with a unique interior design inspired the destinations culture and heritage… Located in the central business district in Jakarta, Indonesia, the Orient Jakarta will be the…
read moreIndependent Hotel Show launches its seminar programme Sustainability, staffing and strategies for success will be some of the subjects in the spotlight at the Independent Hotel Show this year, with a range of in-depth discussions covering everything from ESG funding to powerful automations, to what it takes to secure industry accolades … Inspiring independent hoteliers and hospitality industry experts are…
read moreA reimagined Park Hyatt Milano reopens its doors Park Hyatt Milano has opened its doors after two years of extensively reimagining its spaces, while staying true to the property’s unmatched, historic character… A stone’s throw from the Duomo, strategically positioned in the heart of Milano, the exclusive hotel and its recent enhancements provide the perfect backdrop to discover authentic Italian…
read moreLigne Roset & RF Studio collaborate to design new hotel concept for Novotel Ligne Roset Contract, in collaboration with Belgian designer Ramy Fischler, have been chosen to manufacture a new era of design for hospitality brand Novotel, bringing contemporary furnishing and quality design into the guestroom, with sustainability at the heart of the concept… Following an intense worldwide design pitch,…
read moreInside the 106-mile mirrored wall city concept in Saudi Arabia Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman wants to turn a stretch of dessert in Saudi Arabia, roughly the size of Belgium, into a high-tech linear city that will be contained within a mirrored wall. Here’s what we know… From what we have seen from the hotel development plans in Saudi Arabia…
read moreIn conversation with: Clint Nagata, Founder of BLINK Design Group The bold designs that have come to characterise the work being delivered off the drawing boards of the BLINK Design Group are being rolled out across the globe, impacting on our understanding and experience of hospitality design – this is in no small measure due to the creative energy of its…
read moreSleeping sustainably with Hypnos Providing a good night’s sleep is essential to ensure guests have an enjoyable experience, which is why Hypnos Contract Beds, the largest provider of hospitality beds in the UK, has been working with hoteliers for decades to inspire everyone to sleep more sustainably, with no compromise on comfort… Offering innovatively designed, sustainable, and stylish beds and…
read moreFor years the hospitality industry enjoyed an era of ease, with new developments and travel trends leading to spikes in travel demand. Since the Covid-19 crisis, though, how does the industry re-patch itself and even ‘thrive’ post-pandemic? We asked Edward Hooper, Group CEO of LQA, to provide us with some easy-to-enforce tips… Guide to Hotel Design Although each and every…
read moreLive roundtable: enhancing luxury through digital innovations Amidst the design laden schedule of Clerkenwell Design Week, Editor Hamish Kilburn, in association with Kohler, found time to sit down at a table with a group of leading designers to discuss the path that technology is – or should be – heading in the realm of wellness and intuitive bathroom design… Thoughts…
read moreBREAKING: The House Collective to open first hotel outside China Positioned in Tokyo’s fashionable Shibuya district, the as-yet unnamed luxury hotel – the fifth property in The House Collective portfolio – is expected to be an inspiring and peaceful retreat from the city. Editor Hamish Kilburn writes… Swire Hotels has announced a collaboration with Tokyu Corporation and Tokyu Department Store…
read moreDesign-led. Technical expertise. Global service. Edmund Bell is a leading global supplier of fabrics and accessories to the commercial, institutional and domestic interiors markets. Offering design-led technical expertise, support and service to designers, specifiers and contractors in the hospitality, leisure, healthcare, education, workspace and public sectors. Image credit: Robert Lara Photography Over the past few years, the company has invested…
read moreA better night’s sleep with Naturalmat Naturalmat was founded on one key belief – when it comes to where we sleep, natural is better. We take a look at why you should consider going all-natural… Whilst a bedroom’s visible design features might seem the most likely to stick in the minds of hotel guests, it is invariably the quality of…
read more“Immense opportunities to futureproofing in design,” says GROHE With an increasingly ageing population, and a growing need to be more sustainable when it comes to project planning and interior designs, there are a number of key considerations for the future when it comes to designing a new bathroom, advises global bathroom and kitchen manufacturer, GROHE… Futureproofing hotel designs is a…
read moreFun fact: I’m usually the person friends rely on to organise trips, schedules, and group plans.
Workhighlights: Successfully coordinating events from planning through to delivery and seeing everything come together on the day.
Fun fact: I’m a keen cyclist and will happily bore people with copious amounts of cycling chat. My top cycling experience (so far) would have to be riding in the spectacular mountains of Crete.
Work highlights: Charles joined Forum Events in 2022. With a background in publishing, editorial media and events, Charles brings a wealth of experience to his role as Senior Production Manager. Having being involved with SPACE from the outset, he is excited to see the brand grow and develop.
Fun fact: People tell Sienna she gives off Bridget Jones vibes, and she loves to bake, always making sure there are shortbreads floating around the office
Work highlights: Sienna joined Forum Events & Media Group while studying Communications and Media, starting in the sales team where she managed and helped launch the first the PA Life Leading Venues of London SHOWCASE, where she built relationships with luxury venues across the capital. Drawn to the stories behind these spaces, she naturally transitioned into the editorial team, creating social media and editorial content. Upon graduating in June 2026, she is excited to be joining as Assistant Editor for Hotel Designs and SPACE.
Fun fact: When not working, Jess can usually be found tending to her kitchen garden in the Sussex countryside or foraging for herbs in the nearby woods. A keen grower, she recently studied a RHS Level 2 Diploma in the Principles of Horticulture during her spare time.
Work highlights: Jess joined SPACE magazine in 2022 and has since progressed from Assistant Editor to Editor. During this time, she has worked across many aspects of the publication – from shaping editorial strategy and overseeing operations to contributing to art direction and representing the brand on stage at industry events including Surface Design Show and WOW!house.
Fun fact: Katy has spent years perfecting all kinds of accents and loves a good impersonation!
Work highlights: Katy has been with Hotel Designs since the beginning, way back in 2015 when Forum Events & Media Group acquired the brand.