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Since the company was founded in 2000, TREND Group has continuously pushed the boundaries in market research, trendsetting, product development, and sustainability, earning itself a reputation as a trailblazer in the industry. As a leading global producer of colour glass mosaic tiles, Venetian enamel, gold leaf tesserae, and engineered stone surfaces, we take immense pride in combining the timeless essence of…
read moreAdapting to the order or to the location, that is the motto of Ligne Roset Contract. Reconciling contemporary furnishings and quality design with the very specific technical requirements of hotels and other public spaces is the shared objective of the Ligne Roset Contract teams, from the R&D department to the production line, from quality control to planning, whether in London…
read more#8 Defining luxury – how wellness spaces are evolving In our next Hotel Designs LAB report, which is fuelled by Arigami and supported by AXOR and Hansgrohe, we speak to leading visionaries to understand the flowing trend of luxury water-related spaces… The latest Hotel Designs LAB report has been born following the slow yet steady evolution of what consumers understand…
read more75 years of Chelsom: highlighting the milestones Stop the press! Chelsom turns 75 this year. To celebrate more than seven decades leading the way in lighting manufacturing, Hotel Designs has launched an editorial series that looks at what the family-owned British company has achieved. In our first article, Editor Hamish Kilburn makes a nod to the milestone moments… It was…
read more5 minutes with: interior designer Cristina Celestino Having recently made a bold collaborative statement with Kaldewei at Fuorisalone in Milan, we caught up with designer Cristina Celestino to ask her about the shift from wearable to washable design, bathroom trends, and that crucial debate of bath vs shower… At this year’s Fuorisalone in Milan, Kaldewei celebrated the luxurious and intimate…
read moreMeet the contributors to the Hotel Experience Guest Report 2022 Having teamed up with some of the leading experts in the world of hospitality design, Gerberit explores the challenges being faced by the industry in its Hotel Guest Experience Report for 2022. With chapters from Sensory Designer Ari Peralta, Architects Balkaran Bassan and Cecilia Vodret, and Sound Architect Tom Middleton,…
read moreKaldewei – making waves at Milan’s Fuorisalone Kaldewei presented a whole quartet of productions at this year’s Fuorisalone in Milan. From the Bathscape installation by Cristina Celestino in the vibrant Brera district, to the Design Forever exhibition in the Palazzo Bovara – we take a closer look at the installations and designs that stood out from the crowds… Kaldewei describes…
read moreIn conversation with: the masterminds at Chapi Chapo Design With The Ritz-Carlton, Mexico City having recently opened its doors, the design team at Chapi Chapo Design created a bold interior design statement for the brands city debut. We caught up with partners Tatiana Sheveleva, Boris Mathias and Loris Ognibene and dug a little deeper into the hotel concept… Soaring into…
read moreBulgari Hotels & Resorts makes a move on the Maldives Bulgari Hotels & Resorts has announced that an agreement has been signed for a new luxury resort in the Maldives. Bulgari Resort Ranfushi, slated to open in 2025, is set to be the 13th gem in the Bulgari Hotels & Resorts collection. Here’s what we know… The Bulgari Resort Ranfushi,…
read moreRetreat East – a sustainable rural escape In the era of the ‘staycation’, it is time to Retreat East, and discover this unique rural project combining luxury with family-friendly accommodation, all set around a 16th-century farmhouse with a restorative ethos at its heart… Retreat East, set on a former dairy farm amidst quiet, bucolic fields near the old Roman settlement…
read moreIn conversation with: Stephen Ewer, CEO, Bathroom Brands Group With bathrooms continually taking centre stage when it comes to questions of design trends, we sat down with Stephen Ewer from the Bathroom Brands Group to discuss the brands within the group portfolio, looking at what makes them unique, and what they have in common… Bathroom Brands Group is a UK…
read moreRoca takes the Mediterranean to Milan The Roca immersive installation at Fuorisalone, designed by Cobalto Studio, was inspired by vernacular Mediterranean aesthetics and Roca’s new Ona collection… Roca took the Mediterranean to Milan with Influence, a large-scale architectural installation designed by Barcelona based Cobalto Studio. The installation explored the vernacular architecture of the Mediterranean, honouring its idiosyncrasies and exploring its…
read moreInside The Other House – soon to open in South Kensington The Other House is opening the first of its new Residents’ Clubs, The Other House South Kensington. With interiors by Bergman Design House, this pioneering concept provides all its residents apartment-style living, club facilities and hotel services on tap – and no membership is required… Launched in 2019, The…
read more“It’s in our nature” – a theme explored at Clerkenwell Design Week Under the theme ‘It’s in our nature’, UNILIN Panels explored the connection between nature and design in a packed programme of events for this year’s Clerkenwell Design Week, welcoming the architecture and design community to The Gallery Clerkenwell… Clerkenwell Design Week 2022 – the international design festival that…
read moreDesign Helsinki to launch this August This August sees the inaugural edition of a brand new design festival, Design Helsinki, set to become an annual fixture on the international design calendar – and Hotel Designs are a media partner… Design Helsinki will run from August 24-25 in Finland’s capital city which this year celebrates ten years since it was named…
read moreProduct watch: Tmatt and Crystal collections by Transformad Transformad’s ultra-stylish new surfacing ranges, Tmatt and Crystal, join Latham’s expansive collection of decors and finishes… James Latham Ltd, one of the UK’s leading independent distributors of decorative products and materials which recently launched its virtual showroom, has announced the addition of premium surfacing brand Transformad’s latest, high-tech surfacing ranges Tmatt and…
read moreMaking walls a design feature in cork With the sustainable and acoustic qualities of cork far outweighing many other surface materials, we explored how a new collection from Granorte can allow designers and architects to make artistic wall displays using cork… With the beautiful natural texture of cork, WALLTrend from Granorte comes in 16 designs ready to transform interiors. From…
read moreHadi Teherani: the bathroom is a “source of new energy” AXOR project DISTINCTIVE was born from Hadi Teherani’s vision to define his interpretation of a bathroom with personality… Hadi Teherani approaches his architecture and design projects holistically. Born in Teheran and raised in Hamburg he is a prolific and versatile designer and versatile designer whose works can be found in…
read more7 design collaborations we loved at Salone del Mobile 2022 Rounding off what has been one of the most meaningful Salone del Mobile editions in the fair’s history, Editor Hamish Kilburn lists seven new design collaborations that caused a stir this week… Stop the press! Salone del Mobile 2022 returned this week, for really the first time since 2019, to…
read moreRitz-Carlton to open debut hotel in Saudi Arabia Nujuma, the new Ritz-Carlton Reserve, will be situated on a pristine set of private islands as part of The Red Sea Project, an ambitious regenerative tourism project. It will be the first property from the brand in the Middle East and joins an exclusive collection of only five Ritz-Carlton Reserves worldwide… Marriott…
read moreProduct watch: Everleaf florals by Leaflike With a decorative eye on sustainability, The Waldorf Hilton London has given the unique Everleaf preserved seasonal floral displays, by Leaflike, centre stage… Leaflike’s Everleaf Preserved plants bring the colour and texture of nature along with more practical considerations such as longevity to the hotel table. The florals in the collection are 100 per…
read moreRound-up of Clerkenwell Design Week 2022 Clerkenwell Design Week arrived back in familiar territory last week; leading conversations around trends and showcasing the best in British and international design. Hotel Designs was proud to be part of the process – hosting parties, panel discussions, roundtables, visiting showrooms in between and connecting with designers while exploring all that the week had…
read moreZaha Hadid Design celebrates 10 years at Roca London Gallery Zaha Hadid Design exhibition, Everything Flows, celebrates 10th anniversary of ZHA-designed Roca London Gallery… A major exhibition, showcasing the key objects developed by Zaha Hadid Design (ZHD) over the last 15 years, will fill the Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) designed space at Roca London Gallery from now until the end…
read moreGran Meliá scheduled for a summer opening in Menorca Meliá Hotels International has announced the upcoming opening of Villa Le Blanc Gran Meliá on Santo Tomás Beach in Menorca this summer. Returning to Meliá’s Balearic heritage, the new luxury hotel will be fully integrated with its natural surroundings with sustainability at its heart, while reflecting the Mediterranean essence of the…
read moreEditor checks in: what’s happened (so far) at Clerkenwell Design Week Taking centre stage for the first time since 2019, Clerkenwell Design Week is currently delivering a performance of a lifetime, writes Editor Hamish Kilburn who has been on the ground to capture the action… We’re not known for spreading gossip (only when it’s really juicy), but we have it…
read moreMövenpick scheduled to open its doors on Al Marjan Island Bringing Mövenpick to Ras Al Khaimah in a series of firsts – located on the first manmade island in the emirate, as well as being the first Mövenpick Resort to the UAE, Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island is set to become a major landmark in the region and the perfect…
read moreLive from CDW: Renew, a journey continued with Morgan After great anticipation, Clerkenwell Design Week is back, and Morgan are delighted to open their showroom doors, for a series of events and installations exploring the theme of ‘Renew’and showcasing a sustainable approach to production through an immersive exhibition… The Morgan showroom can be found in the heart of Clerkenwell, perfectly…
read moreLive from CDW: unlock the power of nature with UNILIN UNILIN Panels is at Clerkenwell Design Week with a programme of creative and informative events that explore the central theme of nature and how it can be used to connect people with the spaces in which they work… With a full programme of workshops, talks and live interviews, UNILIN Panels…
read moreProduct watch: fabrics with a conscience from Clarke & Clarke Long gone are the days when design and sustainability do not go hand in hand, and at Clarke & Clarke, known for producing glamourous and sophisticated fabrics, substance and sustainability are part of delivering on stylish and thoughtfully made fabrics… Clarke & Clarke’s foray into fabrics with a conscience has…
read more5 minutes with: Mark Tremlett on the value of sustainable beds Mark Tremlett started Naturalmat 23 years ago from a shed on his family boatyard, with a vision to make better mattresses for the marine industry. Along with co-founder Peter Tindall, he quickly realised that the breathability of natural fibres made them far better suited to the damp, moist environment…
read moreLive roundtable: a personal approach to surface design In Hotel Designs’ second roundtable in association with Arte, Editor Hamish Kilburn gathers a handful of leading interior designers to discuss surface design beyond today’s trends… A lot has changed since Hotel Designs was last in the Arte showroom at Design Centre Chelsea Harbour. Putting shifting trends, lifestyle evolutions and pandemics aside,…
read moreThis will be the first net-zero hotel in the United States The brutalist architectural landmark Hotel Marcel New Haven, originally designed by Marcel Breuer, is now part of the Hilton Tapestry collection and is anticipated to be both the first net zero hotel and the first passive house certified hotel in the US. Slated to open this spring, here’s what…
read moreDesigning the bathrooms inside ‘Ireland’s most sustainable hotel’ The new Wren Urban Nest Dublin City, dubbed Ireland’s most sustainable hotel, features a range of innovative bathroom products from leading manufacturer Roca… Wren Urban Nest is a stunning new hotel with 137 guestrooms tucked into a quiet corner of Dublin, making it an ideal place to stay in the city. Located…
read moreDuravit honoured at iF DESIGN AWARD 2022 White Tulip and D- Neo from Duravit have been honoured at iF DESIGN AWARD 2022, with the jury ‘impressed by high quality design’… Since 1954, the iF DESIGN AWARD has been a recognised trademark for outstanding design all over the world. This year, Duravit was identified and celebrated for its innovative approach to bathroom…
read moreInside Philadelphia’s tallest hotel Standing tall at 51 stories in the heart of downtown Philadelphia, is the first-ever W Hotels Worldwide and Element by Westin dual-branded hotel development. Having announced the opening of W Philadelphia in Q4 of last year, with new interior images hot off the press, it’s time to take a closer look at the design and the…
read moreCycling with: Dale Atkinson, Founder, Rosendale Design Meeting in London’s leafy Richmond Park ahead of 60-mile bike ride around the Surrey Hills, Editor Hamish Kilburn and Dale Atkinson, Founder, Rosendale Design discuss blurring boundaries in hospitality, the new meaning of wellness and the value of relationships in interior design… Holding a dictaphone while trying to maintain an aerodynamic position while…
read moreIHIF 2022: hospitality ready to seize opportunities The global hospitality industry is ready to embrace opportunities, innovate, improve profitability and take action on sustainability and staffing according to leaders speaking at the opening day of the industry-leading event, the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF)… Day one of IHIF 2022 saw the core focus of people, planet and profit covered in…
read moreLive roundtable: Intuitive and conscious hotel development Taking the conversation around sustainability and conscious development to the top, Editor Hamish Kilburn, in association with HDR, delivers a roundtable discussion inside The Beaumont Hotel London, to honestly air the challenges and opportunities when it comes to design and architecture’s role in hotel development… It’s sad that overused ‘buzzword’ terms such as…
read moreSilversea reveals ‘revolutionary’ new design Silversea Cruises has unveiled the latest insight on its fleet’s 11th ship, Silver Nova – scheduled for delivery in 2023 – and built with a revolutionary asymmetrical design… The asymmetrical design of Silver Nova will be a first for the cruise line, with the ship offering guests a new level of outdoor space for an…
read moreGROHE X: taking communication experiences beyond the screen A year after successfully launching the first digital content platform created by a brand in the sanitary industry, GROHE has expanded its brand experience into a hybrid format, creating GROHE X to inspire the design community of the future by curating inspiration and information… The pandemic saw many of us accelerate digitalisation;…
read moreEditor checks in: ‘suite’ juxtapositions in hotel design & travel Editor Hamish Kilburn has taken the rough with the smooth this month to explore the attraction of opposites in hospitality – and how these situations can influence evolution in hotel design… I touched down in Florence with a rocket full of energy flowing through my body – since being able…
read moreBreaking ground on Populus: America’s first carbon positive hotel A collaboration between real estate developer Urban Villages, and architecture and urban design practice Studio Gang has started construction on Populus, a hotel in Denver Colorado that plans to be both an architectural landmark and a milestone for sustainable travel… Real estate developer Urban Villages is at the forefront of sustainable…
read moreAXOR Futures: a discussion on design & conscious luxury The second AXOR Futures has gone live, drawing on the experience of creators, designers and philosophers. The conversation between Philippe Starck, Anne Lise Kjaer, Chung-Yi Yang and Rebecca Weigold dug deep into the concept of conscious luxury, sustainability, and its implications for the design process… Hansgrohe Group’s design brand AXOR recently…
read moreBREAKING: Six Senses to operate Svart hotel in Norway The highly anticipated hospitality project at the foot of a glacier in Norway that will become the world’s first energy-positive hotel, known as Svart, will be operated by Six Senses. Having followed the project closely since early concept stages, here’s what Editor Hamish Kilburn knows… Standing ‘weightlessly’ at the foot of…
read moreIHIF puts conscious hotel development on the agenda With the biggest names in hotel ownership and investment set to descend on Berlin next month for the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) there is one area that will be high up on the list of discussion points – ‘conscious hospitality’… The focus on environmental and socially-conscious business practices is growing, so…
read moreEpisode 16: Fluid architecture (Ed Murray) In episode 16 of DESIGN POD, in association with Minotti London, architect Ed Murray joins the sofa discuss sustainability in architecture and fluid, cohesive design schemes… Ed Murray, who last year was listed as one of the top 25 architects in Britain, is an accomplished associate and architect who has led a wide range…
read moreBrassware for all bathrooms from Roca Updating brassware can have a huge impact on the design of a bathroom and adding colour takes this a step further. To respond to a growing demand for coloured bathroom brassware that will stand the test of time, Roca has expanded its range of finishes… Ona is Roca’s latest launch, a complete bathroom collection…
read moreGoing public: 5 trends shaping the design of hotel public areas With debate around public spaces in hotels ongoing, both on a design as well as a functional level, we take a look at some of the key areas and how they are changing the shape of the hotel experience from the minute we make a grand, or should that…
read moreArtist Felipe Pantone makes a mark with Poltrona Frau Poltrona Frau celebrates its 110th Anniversary with a special collaboration with mark-making artist Felipe Pantone for a truly unique armchair reinvention… Celebrating in true design style, historic design brand Poltrona Frau has chosen to partner with a contemporary mark-making artist on an exclusive limited edition collaboration. Argentine-Spanish artist Felipe Pantone has…
read moreIs it bird’s nest or a hotel suite that BIG has just designed? Already known for its imaginative accommodation in the Swedish forest, the Treehotel takes us on another flight of fantasy with its new Biosphere guestroom designed by Danish architecture studio BIG… The Treehotel in Swedish Lapland, is known for its broad variety of innovative cabins, with each having…
read moreProduct watch: Crosswater’s new sensor taps Crosswater has expanded its bestselling MPRO and Belgravia collections with a selection of sensor taps, a first for the British bathroom brand… With touch-less operation becoming a key function in bathrooms and public spaces across the hospitality sector, it is key that designers have access to the technology along with design specifications. Crosswater’s new…
read moreDuravit awarded the Red Dot of approval Impressing the jury with the high design quality synonymous with the brand, two complete Duravit bathroom series, D-Neo and White Tulip, have been awarded this year’s Red Dot Award for Product Design… The Red Dot Award for Product Design, which can trace its origins back to 1955, identifies each year’s best products. True…
read moreLive roundtable: discussing the new era of luxury in hotel design In an exclusive roundtable with Hotel Designs, in association with Gabriel Scott, leading interior designers and architects gathered to discuss materials, lighting and sustainability when exploring luxury hotel design in 2022 and beyond (scroll down for video)… Like all things in hotel design and hospitality, luxury and what is…
read moreColour-healing menu: checking in to Six Senses Douro Valley We are only just scratching the surface of understanding sensory design’s role in fuelling the next chapter in hotel design and hospitality, as Editor Hamish Kilburn learns following a transformative nature- and colour-inspired visit to Six Senses Douro Valley… For years, designers, architects and hospitality businesses have seen (and used) colour…
read moreCase study: Bette provides bath goals inside The Londoner Billed as the world’s first super boutique hotel, The Londoner in Leicester Square features baths and shower trays from glazed titanium-steel specialist, Bette… The much-anticipated debut of The Londoner, from one of the UK’s largest family-owned hotel groups, Edwardian Hotels London, marked the beginning of a rebirth for Leicester Square. The…
read morePanel discussion: telling biophilic design narratives through textiles London Design Week 2022 saw the launch of new brands and collections by Zimmer + Rohde. To celebrate the event, and new patterns, Editor Hamish Kilburn hosted an exclusive panel discussion with leading interior designers in the showroom for a hands-on conversation on all things textile… Fabrics and textiles showcase trends in…
read moreArte drops collection that will fire the imagination This spring Arte is expanding its wallcovering collection Décors & Panoramiques with a collection of designs that will immerse the viewer in a series of enticing stories and intriguing fairy-tales… The new designs in the Arte Décors & Panoramiques collection will transport you both geographically and imaginatively. With wallcoverings referencing locations from…
read moreLeaflike takes the lead with biophilic design initiatives Not content with simply supplying the greenery to enhance biophilic inspired interiors, Leaflike has been digging deeper into sustainability and biophilic design on every level of their business to make sure that going green goes beyond the leaves and the mosses, but is integral to the makeup of the company from production…
read moreHansgrohe: on the path to climate neutrality With the maxim ‘In Touch with our Planet’, Hansgrohe is passionately committed to its social responsibility, so with this in mind, marked World Water Day by publishing an Interim Review of the brands forward looking Sustainability Strategy… With transparency being as important as sustainability, the shower and tap manufacturer based in Germany’s Black…
read moreIn conversation with: Jason Kenworthy, CEO at ILIV With London Design Week behind us and summer optimistically in front of us we thought it was the perfect time to find out a little more about the fabric inspirations ILIV has in store for the seasons ahead… ILIV is a family owned business based, appropriately, in Lancashire, a region known for…
read moreLeaflike clears up any moss misconceptions Leaflike takes a look at where a moss wall fits into the conversation on sustainable design and natural materials… With the current emphasis on incorporating plants and greenery into design, there are a lot of unanswered questions around what is both sustainable and effective. Have you ever wondered if a moss wall is living,…
read moreProduct watch: Vita Classic by Granorte Combining the comfort benefits of natural cork with the classic looks of wood and stone, Vita Classic by Granorte has been updated to include new looks… Combining the comfort benefits of natural cork with the classic looks of wood and stone, Vita Classic by Granorte has been updated to include new looks. Capturing the…
read moreDuravit aspires to be a climate-neutral business by 2045 Bathroom brand Duravit is “in the process of questioning old certainties and investing in finding and implementing new ways of achieving a sustainable future…” The ceramic manufacturer and bathroom brand Duravit has embarked on an ambitious and far-reaching climate mission. The goal: to be an exclusively climate-neutral business around the world…
read moreFOCUS launches eco-performance glazed collections of fireplaces With the launch of the new glazed versions of the Domofocus and the Ergofocus – two symbols of the brand – FOCUS is expanding its range of eco-efficient fireplaces… A recent recipient of two prestigious Archiproducts Design Awards, the new Glazed Gyrofocus has been recognised in both the Finishes and Special Mention for…
read morePoltrona Frau celebrates 100(+10) years of design evolution This year, Italian leather atelier Poltrona Frau celebrates 110 years of craftsmanship, design, evolution and timeless style… To commemorate the landmark event of turning 110, Poltrona Frau embarks on a series of ventures that touch upon some of the themes most important to the brand, showcasing its longstanding commitment to the harmonious…
read moreMorgan’s top nature-inspired furniture collections Erin Johnson, Design Manager at Morgan, shares which furniture collections best exemplify a biophilic approach… Biophilic design, which seeks to connect building occupants with the natural environment, is here to stay, with an emphasis is on sustainability and well-being. What better way to cultivate both than by connecting people to nature, no matter the space?…
read moreLatest bathroom products from GROHE have a natural rhythm GROHE encourages the use of the bathroom as an oasis of calm by introducing elements of biophilic design through its premium product portfolio… The benefits of biophilic design are boundless, and it is clear that inviting the outside in can have a resoundingly positive impact on our wellness, from improving air…
read moreDesign & architecture podcast: series 2 of DESIGN POD now live Series two of Hotel Designs’ official design podcast, DESIGN POD, was sponsored by Minotti London. For the next eight weeks, we will be dropping new episodes that explore sustainability, luxury design, hotel development and furniture design… Hotel Design’s official podcast, DESIGN POD, hosted by editor Hamish Kilburn and co-hosted…
read moreDesigning contemporary luxury bathrooms inside Villa Copenhagen Villa Copenhagen is sheltered inside an iconic architectural landmark in the Danish capital city. When designing a hotel that answered to the needs of modern travellers while also remaining sensitive to the building’s past, Universal Design Studio leaned towards the experts at AXOR when focusing on luxury bathrooms… Housed in the former Danish…
read more9 women inspiring a new wave of hotel design & architecture To mark International Women’s Day, and to celebrate the hotel design community being ahead of other industries when it comes to equality and diversity, we have identified nine women who are unapologetically challenging conventional approaches to design, architecture and hospitality… International Women’s Day is a day of both celebration…
read moreIn conversation with: Stephan Tahy, CEO, Duravit Stephan Tahy has been CEO at Duravit for a little more than 18 months; he spoke to us about his expectations going in and his objectives going forward… As a leading international manufacturer of designer bathrooms active in more than 130 countries worldwide, stepping into the CEO spotlight at Duravit is not a…
read moreIn conversation with: Damla Turgut on nature-inspired surfaces With so much noise being generated around sustainability and nature-inspired surfaces, we couldn’t help but notice Otto Tiles & Design’s latest collection, which is inspired by geometry. To find out more, we spoke to the brand’s Founder and Creative Director… Otto Tiles & Design has just unveiled its encaustic cement tile collection…
read moreWeekly digest: architecture goals, Marriott milestones & VIP arrivals Editor Hamish Kilburn here to compile all of this week’s hottest hotel stories in one, easy-to-consume article – prepare for architecture goals, hotel openings and unconventional bathroom… I heard recently from an economics strategist that the hospitality sector has been placed amongst the industries that will see the largest bounce-back from…
read moreCase study: Hamilton blends modern style into Thornbury Castle Hotel Tasked with ensuring that 21st century technology blended seamlessly within the 16th century luxurious surroundings of the castle, Hamilton Litestat’s custom-made plates became part of the solution… Populated throughout history with both regal and wealthy guests, Thornbury Castle, a Grade I-listed building, became a luxury hotel in 1966, and remains…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotel openings in March 2022 Still focussing on Q1 openings for 2022, writer Pauline Brettell takes a look at the hotels getting ready to throw down the welcome mat in March, and shares her standout choices from a Jedi-style Star Wars experience through to extreme sustainability in a project by the Sextantio group, with a few slightly…
read moreGranorte: 50 years of cork innovation Celebrating 50 years since its foundation by the Rocha family, Granorte has moved from cork stopper production to being a leader in decorative surface design… In 1955, Francisco Rocha started a cork stopper production company and by the 1970s the business had grown into one of Portugal’s major cork stopper producers with five factories.…
read moreIn conversation with: Jacu Strauss on designing One Hundred Shoreditch Hamish Kilburn, Editor of Hotel Designs, caught up with Jacu Strauss, Creative Director of Lore Group, to understand the design narrative inside One Hundred Shoreditch… Lore Group’s second hotel in London, One Hundred Shoreditch, will open its doors this month. In our ‘sneak peek’ inside the new hotel, we explored…
read moreMeliá Hotels International deepens its footprint in Vietnam With 12 new properties from Tay Ninh to Hai Phong, the Spanish hotel group Meliá Hotels International, is set to become one of the largest international hotel brands in Vietnam through a new collaboration with the country’s largest domestic hotel owner, Vinpearl. Here’s what we know… The global hotel brand Meliá has…
read moreIn (video) conversation with: Interior designer Geraldine Dohogne Editor Hamish Kilburn caught up with Geraldine Dohgone, whose pure love for design and hospitality earned her the highly commended title for the second consecutive year in the Interior Designer of the Year category at The Brit List Awards 2021… To say that Geraldine Dohogne had an unorthodox beginning to her career would…
read moreVirtual roundtable: bathroom design within heritage buildings With an increased emphasis being put on bathroom design to differentiate and add personality to a project, Hotel Designs in association with Schlüter-Systems, invited a panel of designers and architects to explore innovation in the realm of bathroom design when working within the constraints of heritage buildings… Bathroom design is fast becoming the…
read moreIn conversation with: Paul Sewell on innovative surfaces in hotel design From practical considerations to the latest style influences, Paul Sewell, Specifications Manager at CTD Architectural Tiles, discusses with Editor Hamish Kilburn the impact surfaces can have in hotel design… There’s nothing quite like characterful surfaces in hotel design to create a lasting impression in all areas. These days, when…
read moreFour Seasons Hotel Melbourne to open as group’s second hotel in Australia Taking luxury to new heights as part of the STH BNK By Beulah development, Four Seasons Hotel Melbourne will be located in what is set to be the world’s tallest vertical garden… Melbourne property developer, Beulah, has announces that Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, a global leader in…
read moreWeekly digest: surface (Design Show) reflections & nature-inspired hotels Editor Hamish Kilburn here to bring you up to speed on the latest and hottest hotel design stories. In this week’s digest, I share my thoughts on Surface Design Show 2022, give a nod to the interior designers who gave Hotel Designs some serious lighting inspiration and explore what the first…
read moreTop highlights from Surface Design Show 2022 With a deliberately unsubtle undertone of sustainability and drive towards reusable materials, Surface Design Show 2022 took place inside London’s Business Design Centre – and received an overwhelming response from both visitors and exhibitors. “It was spectacular,” writes editor Hamish Kilburn… The 2022 edition of Surface Design Show was, for many reasons, the…
read moreHotel lighting: how interior designers are breaking boundaries To launch this month’s feature around innovative hotel lighting, Hotel Designs asked a handful of leading interior designers share their favourite lighting design schemes. Editor Hamish Kilburn writes… Let’s face it, quality hotel lighting ultimate riddle. In 1994, interior designer Benjamin Noriega-Ortiz told Elle Decor that “light is the magical ingredient that…
read moreMeet the speakers for Interior Design & Architecture Summit 2022 Hotel Designs has taken over the speakership programme for the Interior Design & Architecture Summit that takes place on June 30 at London Hilton Canary Wharf. Interior designers and architects attending will enjoy three panel discussions that will cover topics such as sustainability, wellness and materials. Editor Hamish Kilburn writes……
read moreA hotel concept designed using innovative sustainable materials In the wake of winning the special Jury Prize for their innovative hotel concept that they unveiled at Accor Design Awards, Yasmine Bennani, Solène Percie Du Serf, Nicolas Alibert and Alexandre Albert-Picquet from L’Ecole de Design Nantes Atlantique speak to editor Hamish Kilburn about the unique materials explored in this hotel experience of…
read moreIn Conversation With: Paola Navone, interior design muse for COMO The Italian designer and talent behind several COMO projects, Paola Navone, talks to Pauline Brettell about her inspiration, love of travel, and her latest COMO design collaboration at COMO Le Montrachet… From Thailand to Tuscany, paging through the Paola Navone’s COMO portfolio is a journey in both design and destination.…
read moreSurface Design Show 2022: Line-up confirmed for 2022 edition Days ahead of Surface Design Show 2022 officially opening its doors, Hotel Designs takes a peek at the speakership line-up, which includes Editor Hamish Kilburn moderating one of the opening night debates as well as interviewing interior designer of the year, Tina Norden, on the main stage… Surface Design Show 2022,…
read more9 leading hoteliers share expectations & predictions for 2022 As January slides seamlessly into the rest of the year, and 2022 is starting to look optimistically (dare we say it) like some normality might be on the horizon, we speak to some of the movers and shakers in the world of hoteliers and hospitality about their expectations and predictions for…
read moreGROHE ‘reinvents’ two of its premium bathroom collections In response to the growing health and wellness trend, GROHE has extended its premium portfolio of bathroom fittings with the newly reinvented GROHE Allure range and the new GROHE Rainshower Aqua Body Sprays for an enhanced, expertly crafted bathroom experience… Offering sanctum and oasis from a hectic day of meetings, travel and…
read moreWeekly digest: Design deliveries, ace openings & development pipelines Namaste! Editor Hamish Kilburn here to wrap up your week (and month) with the only story you need to read this week in order to be fully aware of the latest movements on the hotel design and hospitality scene. This week’s round-up includes news from the likes of Marriott, The Set…
read moreEditor checks in: ESG, let’s talk about it (consciously) Are you discombobulated with the various buzzwords that are circulating conversations around sustainability? Why are we being advised to use the term ESG, and what does it even mean? Editor Hamish Kilburn attempts to answer these questions when trying desperately to encourage people to be more conscious when using terminology on…
read moreProduct watch: Sekers launches two new collections Sekers has launched two new fabric collections, Grandeur and Munro, both referencing the brands Scottish locale as inspiration in the sheer weaves and textured neutrals… Fabric brand Sekers has launched its first sustainable collection woven in Global Recycling Standard certified polyester, whilst continuing to meet the necessary contract market requirements. The Grandeur collection…
read moreCurio collection by Hilton to debut in the heart of Florence Hilton has announced plans to open Anglo American Hotel Florence, Curio Collection by Hilton in autumn 2022, following a full renovation. Here’s what we know… Anglo American Hotel Florence, Curio Collection by Hilton is less than 15 minutes by foot to renowned palaces, churches, and museums — all replete…
read moreWeekly digest: Eco hotel openings, tech updates & Vegas developments Roll up, roll up! Editor Hamish Kilburn here with your weekly digest. If you’re drowning in work, hurtling towards deadlines or are unable to scour the net for design and hospitality news, then this is the only article you need to read about the latest hotel openings and news to…
read moreNordic Hotels to open Sommerro in Oslo this year Before one of Oslo’s most iconic art-deco buildings is restored back to life as new luxury hotel Sommerro, Hotel Designs get a sneak peak into the design that plans to ‘revolutionise’ the city’s hospitality landscape. Pauline Brettell writes… Nordic Hotels & Resorts has announced that it is bringing one of Oslo’s…
read moreScandic to open climate-neutral hotel in 2024 Sweden’s Scandic Hotels puts sustainability high on the agenda as it is set to go climate neutral in its latest development. Here’s what we know about the plans for Scandic Sundsvall Central… Scandic Hotels has signed a long-term lease agreement with Skanska for a new 210-key hotel in downtown Sundsvall. The new hotel,…
read moreGROHE is a world-leading manufacturer of high-end kitchen and bathroom solutions for the residential and commercial market. Since 2014, it has been part of the strong brand portfolio of the Japanese manufacturer of pioneering water and housing products, LIXIL. GROHE is a major supplier to the hospitality industry, driving the bathroom experience for large hotel groups and upscale resort projects…
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.