Tag: Interior Design Articles • Hotel Designs

industrial style bathroom with open shower, exposed brick and art above the vanity , with fittings from GRAFF

Exclusive / 13.07.2023

Roundtable: why bathrooms are becoming the hero in hotel design

Roundtable: why bathrooms are becoming the hero in hotel design The aim for Hotel Design's latest roundtable, in association with GRAFF, was to explore...

Feature / 12.07.2023

First look: inside Parga Beach Resort’s new 23 luxury suites

By: Hamish Kilburn

First look: inside Parga Beach Resort’s new 23 luxury suites The new suites at Parga Beach Resort will add a new layer of luxury,...

Junior Suite at The Grove in Hertfordshire

Review / 12.07.2023

Checking in to the Mansion Suites at The Grove, Hertfordshire

By: Hamish Kilburn

Checking in to the Mansion Suites at The Grove, Hertfordshire Editor Hamish Kilburn makes a hat-trick return to The Grove, Hertfordshire, to explore the...

An establishing shot of Paradis Beachcomber, a hotel in Mauritius that rests at the foot of the mountain Le Mourne

Feature / 11.07.2023

Redesigning a legacy: evolving Beachcomber hotels in Mauritius

By: Hamish Kilburn

Redesigning a legacy: evolving Beachcomber hotels in Mauritius Editor Hamish Kilburn was in Mauritius to explore how Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels, the island’s first...

white freestanding bath with blue tiles from Parkside behind and a ladder towel rail alongside

Surfaces / 11.07.2023

Parkside’s new Principle on mass production

By: Pauline Brettell

Parkside’s new Principle on mass production The Principle Collection, from Parkside and Alusid, represents a huge step forward for the ceramic tile industry as...

arabic screens and stone coloured tiles from Atals Concorde line the corridor at the Zanzibar resort

Feature / 10.07.2023

Designing the surfaces inside Emerald Zanzibar Resort & Spa

By: Pauline Brettell

Designing the surfaces inside Emerald Zanzibar Resort & Spa Atlas Concorde porcelain tiles play a leading role in the indoor and outdoor design of...

dark green walls and white ceiling in room with mid century chair and cabinet

Surfaces / 10.07.2023

Product watch: Ca’ Pietra Proper Good Paint Collection from Hyperion Tiles

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: Ca’ Pietra Proper Good Paint Collection from Hyperion Tiles Family-run, independent online tiles specialist Hyperion Tiles has added the premium paint collection...

A mix-match of furniture and art in hotel lobby

Feature / 07.07.2023

Inside Ruby Zoe in Notting Hill

By: Hamish Kilburn

Inside Ruby Zoe in Notting Hill Ruby Zoe, designed by Matthew Balon and Squire & Partners, becomes Ruby's second property in London to open....

view across double bed with brown throw and blue cushions to windows and seaview in guestroom in Zel Mallorca

News / 07.07.2023

ZEL Mallorca, the first hotel of the ZEL brand, opens its doors

By: Pauline Brettell

ZEL Mallorca, the first hotel of the ZEL brand, opens its doors ZEL is the new lifestyle brand born from a collaboration between Meliá...

guestroom in Intercontinental Rome with dark grey wall behind the bed, white linen and grey and wood surfaces with seating in window area

News / 06.07.2023

IA Interior Architects complete first international hotel

By: Pauline Brettell

IA Interior Architects complete first international hotel For its return to Italy after a seven-year absence, the luxury brand InterContinental Hotels & Resorts chose...

white and grey spacious bathroom with GROHE fittings and shower in gold

Bathrooms / 06.07.2023

GROHE amplifies quiet luxury through wellness

By: Pauline Brettell

GROHE amplifies quiet luxury through wellness With quality, sustainability and human-centric design at the core of the GROHE product portfolio, it is an easy...

WOW!house 2023 House of Rohl Bathroom by Studio Mica Photography James McDonald image 1

Video / 06.07.2023

Panel discussion: curating ‘wow’ moments in hotel design

By: Hamish Kilburn

Panel discussion: curating ‘wow’ moments in hotel design To celebrate the launch of House of Rohl and Studio Mica’s involvement in the Wow! House...

beige floor to ceiling contract curtains Sekers fabric in hotel foyer with organic shaped tables and chairs

Textiles / 05.07.2023

Product watch: Spellbound from Sekers

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: Spellbound from Sekers With a focus on sustainable fabrics and an unwavering commitment to excellence, the Spellbound Collection from Sekers encompasses seven...

lobby with dark wood veneer walls behind rock form of desk and plants

Surfaces / 04.07.2023

Product watch: Shinnoki from James Latham

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: Shinnoki from James Latham James Latham has announced the launch of Decospan’s Shinnoki range of veneered panels – this new collection combines...

hotel seating and table against panelled wall in dark wood master oak unilin melamine

Surfaces / 03.07.2023

UNILIN Panels making a surface statement – naturally

By: Pauline Brettell

UNILIN Panels making a surface statement – naturally UNILIN Panels has created a decorative surface that looks and feels just like oak, adding definition...

aerial view looking down on cream curved sofa on carpet with curved lines in white and cream by Modieus in the Playford Hotel

Surfaces / 03.07.2023

Case Study: Modieus moves in to MGallery

By: Pauline Brettell

Case Study: Modieus moves in to MGallery The Playford Hotel, a member of Accor’s exclusive MGallery Hotel Collection, has opened after a multi-million, two-year...

Bathrooms / 30.06.2023

Case study: Unidrain gets the rockstar treatment

By: Pauline Brettell

Case study: Unidrain gets the rockstar treatment Looking for a bathroom that is cool with an added dash of attitude, lots of audacity, plus...

Wide shot of Roundtable full of designers and architects

Exclusive / 29.06.2023

Roundtable: translating trends in hotel design

By: Hamish Kilburn

Roundtable: translating trends in hotel design Editor Hamish Kilburn gathered a cluster of designers inside the Sanipex showroom during Clerkenwell Design Week to moderate...

cafe with wooden furniture and ceiling and olive green safetred flooring from Tarkett

Surfaces / 29.06.2023

Product watch: Safetred Serenity from Tarkett

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: Safetred Serenity from Tarkett In line with its commitment to creating flooring that is good for people and the planet, Tarkett has...

four wooden and upholstered chairs by Morgan against an abstract background in colour blocking

Sustainable Design / 28.06.2023

Touchpoints for sustainable furniture design from Morgan

By: Pauline Brettell

Touchpoints for sustainable furniture design from Morgan Katerina Zachariades, Creative Director at British design-led furniture manufacturer Morgan, explores the top sustainability considerations hospitality designers...

two round grey chairs facing out over an arctic view in Moxy Tromso

News / 28.06.2023

Moxy Hotels debuts in the arctic playground of Tromsø

By: Pauline Brettell

Moxy Hotels debuts in the arctic playground of Tromsø Moxy Hotels has opened Moxy Tromsø in Northern Norway. Operated by Core Hospitality A/S, the...

Awards / 27.06.2023

Applications now open for The Brit List Awards 2023

By: Hamish Kilburn

Applications now open for The Brit List Awards 2023 The Brit List Awards returns in 2023 with three new categories. Many things are new...

cushions, lantern and outdoor hammock in tropical floral alfresco fabric from Clarke & Clarke

Fabrics / 27.06.2023

Product watch: Alfresco from Clarke & Clarke

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: Alfresco from Clarke & Clarke Clarke & Clarke is getting set for summer with a stunning new range of indoor/outdoor fabrics. Perfect...

A-frame view onto mountains from loft Olympic Spa Hotel in Val di Fassa designed by NOA

Feature / 26.06.2023

NOA designs for full immersion in the Dolomites

By: Pauline Brettell

NOA designs for full immersion in the Dolomites NOA has designed a new sustainable extension for the Olympic Spa Hotel in Val di Fassa,...

two people looking at tile samples on display in the parkside showroom during Clerkenwell Design Week

Surfaces / 26.06.2023

Parkside celebrates 40 years at Clerkenwell Design Week

By: Pauline Brettell

Parkside celebrates 40 years at Clerkenwell Design Week With a fabulous cocktail party and the Parkside 40 Years x Lois O’Hara commission, Parkside marked...

brown marble look tiles from CTD Tiles on the floor with white organic furniture in living room setting

Surfaces / 26.06.2023

CTD Architectural Tiles reveals its latest collection

By: Pauline Brettell

CTD Architectural Tiles reveals its latest collection CTD Architectural Tiles has unveiled its latest collection of carefully curated tiles, seamlessly combining the latest trends...

rust and mustard couch and chairs in front of faded mural of roman facade in THDP apartment Piazza Navona

News / 26.06.2023

Three locations, three concepts – new luxury accommodation in Rome from THDP

By: Pauline Brettell

Three locations, three concepts – new luxury accommodation in Rome from THDP THDP has created the perfect haven for the curious travellers that want...

vaulted architecture and design of Casona Sforza overlooking the pool with reflections of the building in the water

Feature / 23.06.2023

Casona Sforza – sheltering luxury with a conscience

By: Pauline Brettell

Casona Sforza – sheltering luxury with a conscience Set with a light footprint in the serene landscape of Barra de Colotepec, Casona Sforza presents...

zen inspired bathroom in white and natural wood with circular design elements and fittings from Lusso

Bathrooms / 23.06.2023

Lusso and Jacksonheim Boutique deliver notes of modern luxe to Manchester

By: Pauline Brettell

Lusso and Jacksonheim Boutique deliver notes of modern luxe to Manchester Inspired by a myriad of international locations and cultures, the Jacksonheim Boutique provides...

Interview / 22.06.2023

In conversation with: Melanie Kershaw of ESPA International

By: Pauline Brettell

In conversation with: Melanie Kershaw of ESPA International As Senior Associate of Spa Development at ESPA International, Melanie Kershaw knows exactly what is required...

round bathroom mirrors above round double basin on a wooden vanity unit by Britton.

Bathrooms / 21.06.2023

Product watch: Introducing Hackney from Britton

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: Introducing Hackney from Britton A small but mighty furniture solution, Hackney, the latest bathroom collection from Britton, fuses practicality with modern design...

A grey and black modern bathroom setting

Feature / 21.06.2023

Ideal Standard just showed the industry how pop-up installations should look

By: Hamish Kilburn

Ideal Standard just showed the industry how pop-up installations should look Ideal Standard made the bold decision this year not to exhibit at ISH....

bright colours and geometric shapes in render of the lobby of Aloft Singapore

News / 21.06.2023

Aloft to debut in Singapore with its largest hotel to date

By: Pauline Brettell

Aloft to debut in Singapore with its largest hotel to date Sheltering a staggering 785 rooms and suites, Aloft Singapore Novena is slated to...

white linen bed dark wood details and panoramic view over central London park from The Peninsula London Park room

News / 21.06.2023

New images of Peninsula London unveiled – along with its opening date

By: Pauline Brettell

New images of Peninsula London unveiled – along with its opening date After leaving the hotel design community guessing for quite some time, Peninsula...

high ceiling corridor with windows facing onto the ocean along one side at Fullerton Ocean Park

News / 20.06.2023

BLINK redefines Hong Kong’s Southside Riviera at The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel

By: Pauline Brettell

BLINK redefines Hong Kong’s Southside Riviera at The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel BLINK Design Group has revived a new era of glamorous seaside resort...

a stack of boucle fabrics on a wooden table from the Gaia range by Skopos

Textiles / 20.06.2023

Product watch: Gaia from Skopos

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: Gaia from Skopos The new, recycled boucle fabric for contract upholstery joining the Skopos portfolio takes its inspiration from Mother Earth –...

black wall with period paintings in gold frames behind black and red ststement chairs in room designed by Blackpop

Event / 19.06.2023

Meet our Exclusive Style Partners for Interior Design & Architecture Summit 2023

By: Pauline Brettell

Meet our Exclusive Style Partners for Interior Design & Architecture Summit 2023 With only one week to go until Interior Design & Architecture Summit...

blue upholstered sofa with cushions in different patterns in front of a window - fabric by Harlequin

Textiles / 19.06.2023

Harlequin contract fabrics – a powerhouse of texture and tactility

By: Pauline Brettell

Harlequin contract fabrics – a powerhouse of texture and tactility For a momentous shift in the power and design capabilities of fire-retardant (FR) fabrics,...

central courtyard with a tree and canopy surrounded by seating and hotel lobby

News / 19.06.2023

OKU announces new hotel opening for Southern Spain

By: Pauline Brettell

OKU announces new hotel opening for Southern Spain Lifestyle brand OKU Hotels, has announced the addition of a new property to its portfolio, OKU...

Bedroom inside luxury apartment in Venice with wooden beams over ceiling

/ 19.06.2023

THDP redefines short rental accommodation in Venice, Italy

By: Hamish Kilburn

THDP redefines short rental accommodation in Venice, Italy The design studio THDP has designed and renewed 12 luxury apartments with a 'microlocal language' in...

bed with white linen and yellow throw facing window overlooking mountains in guestroom at Ritz-Carlton Reserve in China

News / 16.06.2023

Ritz-Carlton Reserve debuts in China

By: Pauline Brettell

Ritz-Carlton Reserve debuts in China Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, is the latest resort in the prestigious Ritz-Carlton Reserve portfolio. Located on the edges...

black white and grey shower and bathroom finishes in the alu+ range from Ideal Standard

Bathrooms / 16.06.2023

Ideal Standard launches new sustainable shower system Alu+

By: Pauline Brettell

Ideal Standard launches new sustainable shower system Alu+ Ideal Standard has exclusively previewed its latest showering range, Alu+. The new collection stands out with...

concrete grey shower room next to walk in wardrobe with slimline showers by KEUCO PLAN blue range

Bathrooms / 16.06.2023

Product watch: PLAN blue by KEUCO

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: PLAN blue by KEUCO KEUCO has introduced two new on-wall shower fittings, to complement its extensive PLAN blue range... KEUCO fittings always...

Autumnal interior design scheme inside Woven by Adam Smith inside Coworth Park

Feature / 15.06.2023

Designing Woven by Adam Smith at Coworth Park

By: Hamish Kilburn

Designing Woven by Adam Smith at Coworth Park To really understand the true design narrative of Woven by Adam Smith, the latest culinary experience...

bar with marble surface, wooden bar stools, grass lampshades and textured clay walls in Kitten by Jolie

Exclusive / 15.06.2023

Roundtable: the language of biophilia in surface design

By: Pauline Brettell

Roundtable: the language of biophilia in surface design Exploring biophilic design on all sensory levels, a journey that inevitably merges with questions of nature...

new suites at BILL & COO built against the hills on Mykonos with private terrace and pool

News / 14.06.2023

BILL & COO unveil new suites and villa on Mykonos

By: Pauline Brettell

BILL & COO unveil new suites and villa on Mykonos BILL & COO Coast Suites on Mykonos is set to unveil a new look...

A contemporary suite in Portugal that works with the architecture

Feature / 13.06.2023

Is this the coolest boutique hotel to open in Portugal this year?

By: Hamish Kilburn

Is this the coolest boutique hotel to open in Portugal this year? Forget Lisbon for the moment, and instead join us in Cascais –...

single black Bloom wall light by LEDSC4 on cream wall with patterend tiles in background

Lighting / 13.06.2023

LedsC4 shines a light on Juno House

By: Pauline Brettell

LedsC4 shines a light on Juno House LedsC4 designed the lighting for Juno House – the first women's member's club founded in Barcelona with...

News / 09.06.2023

Bulgari Hotel Roma opens today

By: Pauline Brettell

Bulgari Hotel Roma opens today Bulgari Hotel Roma, the Roman brand's tribute to its hometown, has officially opened its doors onto the Piazza Augusto...

wood panelling and green plants in hotel entrance by Leaflike

Biophilic design / 08.06.2023

Leaflike – flying the biophilic flag in hotel design

By: Pauline Brettell

Leaflike – flying the biophilic flag in hotel design By incorporating natural elements into the design, a hotel can both reduce its environmental impact...

roof terrace overlooking Bangkok with bar lit up and seating at INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit

News / 08.06.2023

INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit to debut this summer

By: Pauline Brettell

INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit to debut this summer With a design inspired by famous Bangkok landmarks,Thailand will soon open the doors of its...

gold and white interior details in corridor leading into ESPA spa at Waldorf Astoria Lusail Doha

Review / 08.06.2023

Wellness at the Waldorf in Doha – the pearl in the ESPA crown

By: Pauline Brettell

Wellness at the Waldorf in Doha – the pearl in the ESPA crown Checking in to the Waldorf Astoria Lusail Doha, writer Pauline Brettell...

yellow proteas in a white vase with books and white lamp on wooden table in front of grey Parkside wall tiles

Surfaces / 07.06.2023

Product watch: introducing Pembury from Parkside

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: introducing Pembury from Parkside A small format matt tile also available in a striking 3D option, Pembury from Parkside brings a unique...

Render of woman lying on sunbed in Six Senses Amaala

Hotel Development / 07.06.2023

Six Senses to arrive in Saudi Arabia

By: Hamish Kilburn

Six Senses to arrive in Saudi Arabia Six Senses, known globally for cutting through the noise of greenwashing to offer meaningful socially and environmentally...

The bed inside Executive Dorchester Suite at The Dorchester

Feature / 06.06.2023

First images revealed of new guestrooms & suites inside The Dorchester

By: Hamish Kilburn

First images revealed of new guestrooms & suites inside The Dorchester The design narrative evolves. The Dorchester has revealed the first images of its...

Furniture / 06.06.2023

Wood Couture on luxury sustainable FF&E furniture

By: Hamish Kilburn

Wood Couture on luxury sustainable FF&E furniture Wood Couture explains how sustainable FF&E goes beyond materials and manufacturing... Sustainability is a re-emerging cornerstone of...

Collage of Neil Andrew from Perkins&Will

Podcast / 06.06.2023

DESIGN POD: interior designer Neil Andrew on net-zero hotel design

By: Hamish Kilburn

DESIGN POD: interior designer Neil Andrew on net-zero hotel design On the latest episode of DESIGN POD, listen to Neil Andrew, Head of Hospitality...

Bed inside The Ned NoMad in New York City

Case Study / 06.06.2023

Conscious specification: why The Ned NoMad chose Hypnos

By: Hamish Kilburn

Conscious specification: why The Ned NoMad chose Hypnos Hotel Designs learns how Hypnos ensure consistent guest comfort is delivered around the world... Hypnos Contract...

laptop, phone and tablet with view of online design tool from Granorte

Surfaces / 06.06.2023

Granorte launches online room visualiser

By: Pauline Brettell

Granorte launches online room visualiser Granorte has introduced an online room visualiser, making it easy for architects, designers and end-users to see just how...

Surfaces / 02.06.2023

Product watch: Les Forêts by Arte

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: Les Forêts by Arte As the collection name suggests, Les Forêts by Arte is an ode to the mysterious atmosphere of a...

Guestroom render of dark and luxury Raffles Boston bedroom

Feature / 02.06.2023

Sneak peek: inside Raffles Boston

By: Hamish Kilburn

Sneak peek: inside Raffles Boston Opening in September 2023, Raffles Boston is about to make a state-side statement. Before then, though, we have managed...

terracotta wall next to double bed with tapestry wallhanging in sleeping area of Bob w apartment

News / 31.05.2023

Bob W opens its doors in the Netherlands

By: Pauline Brettell

Bob W opens its doors in the Netherlands Tech-powered short-term rental operator Bob W’s growth trajectory continues with openings in two of Amsterdam’s most...

Furniture / 30.05.2023

Product watch: the Aran collection from Morgan

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: the Aran collection from Morgan Morgan, British design-led furniture manufacturer, recently launched its Aran collection at Clerkenwell Design Week. Developed in collaboration...

white interior in guestroom with white painted wood, cream floor, white linen and white walls in Octant Vila Monte

News / 24.05.2023

Sneak peek: Octant Vila Monte reveals 4 new biophilic suites

By: Pauline Brettell

Sneak peek: Octant Vila Monte reveals 4 new biophilic suites Following its first anniversary, Octant Hotels has unveiled four new luxurious suites at boho-chic...

art deco showroom and bar at The Royce in shades of purple and chrome detail

Flooring / 23.05.2023

Case Study: Modieus rolls out the carpets in The Royce

By: Pauline Brettell

Case Study: Modieus rolls out the carpets in The Royce After a two-year period of renovations, with carpets and rugs created by Modieus, Melbourne's...

Aerial image of SALT of Palmar in Mauritius

Feature / 23.05.2023

Inside SALT of Palmar, Design Hotels’ first hotel in Mauritius

By: Hamish Kilburn

Inside SALT of Palmar, Design Hotels’ first hotel in Mauritius SALT of Palmar, designed by architect Jean-François Adam and Camille Walala, has become the...

square marble candleholder by Lusso on a pile of books and a vase of flowers

Accessories / 22.05.2023

Touchpoints of luxury from Lusso

By: Pauline Brettell

Touchpoints of luxury from Lusso As guest expectations of hotel design and experiences soar, notes of luxury in the guestroom accessories can become the...

bathroom in stone and wood with sculptural wooden curtain beads by studio LOST Royal senses Crete

Roundtable / 18.05.2023

Roundtable: what materials matter in hotel design

By: Pauline Brettell

Roundtable: what materials matter in hotel design Digging deeper into materiality and discovering the relationship between luxury, creativity and sustainability in hotel design, Editor...

A large, modern and contemporary suite bedroom inside Park Lane New York

Review / 18.05.2023

Checking in: Park Lane New York – a reawakened iconic hotel

By: Guest Author

Checking in: Park Lane New York – a reawakened iconic hotel When Hotel Designs learnt that industry powerhouse Yabu Pushelberg had completed its two-year...

black and white and wood bathroom design with bath, shower and double basin by KEUCO

Bathrooms / 17.05.2023

KEUCO celebrates 70 years of beautiful bathrooms

By: Pauline Brettell

KEUCO celebrates 70 years of beautiful bathrooms A lot has changed in the seven decades since KEUCO was founded in 1953, but the goal...

central stone fireplace with seating below ranch style wooden beams in the lobby of Omni PGA Frisco Resort

Feature / 17.05.2023

Omni PGA Frisco Resort – marking a new chapter for golf hotels

By: Pauline Brettell

Omni PGA Frisco Resort – marking a new chapter for golf hotels International architecture firm, SB Architects, part of Egis Group, known for creating...

view from across the street with fountains in foreground of proposed Rosewood Seoul

News / 16.05.2023

Rosewood set to open in Seoul in 2027

By: Pauline Brettell

Rosewood set to open in Seoul in 2027 Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by Eleven D&C Co., Ltd., one of Korea’s leading...

dark walls and gold ceiling in the Lucky Penny in Hotel Genevieve by Bunkhouse

News / 15.05.2023

Hotel Genevieve – exploring the layers of Louisville

By: Pauline Brettell

Hotel Genevieve – exploring the layers of Louisville Situated in Louisville’s growing East Market District, Hotel Genevieve is a new hotel project from hospitality...

natural colours of concrete, stone, linen in the guestroom at The Neela Stone Town

Feature / 12.05.2023

Sneak peek inside The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town in Zanzibar

By: Pauline Brettell

Sneak peek inside The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town in Zanzibar Excitement is building as the latest hotel in The Neela Collection, The Neela...

CDW preview / 12.05.2023

Fritz Hansen to reveal first outdoor collection at CDW 2023

By: Hamish Kilburn

Fritz Hansen to reveal first outdoor collection at CDW 2023 During this year's Clerkenwell Design Week, Fritz Hansen will launch its first outdoor furniture...

banquette and cubicle with seating and bespoke lighting in the Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay by HBA

News / 11.05.2023

HBA unveils news design for Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay

By: Pauline Brettell

HBA unveils news design for Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay Drawing inspiration from the Wynwood murals, Art Deco architecture and the legendary sunrises and sunsets...

Editor's Letter / 11.05.2023

Editor checks in: has it really been five years?

By: Hamish Kilburn

Editor checks in: has it really been five years? Editor Hamish Kilburn marks five years leading the editorial direction of Hotel Designs with a...

Clerkenwell Design Week / 11.05.2023

Unilin to host workshop series during CDW 2023

By: Hamish Kilburn

Unilin to host workshop series during CDW 2023 Unilin Panels is unlocking 'the key to happiness' with workshops and events at The Gallery Clerkenwell...

natural adobe house with terracotta pots and Click outdoor lighting from LedsC4

Lighting / 10.05.2023

LedsC4 launch new outdoor lighting solutions

By: Pauline Brettell

LedsC4 launch new outdoor lighting solutions Working from the starting point that lighting is the emotional layer that connects people to spaces, LedsC4 has...

bathroom with patterned Newmor wallpaper and bedroom through black glass doors

Surfaces / 10.05.2023

Product watch: Meadow and Carrara – new collections from Newmor

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: Meadow and Carrara – new collections from Newmor Hot off the Newmor press, Meadow and Carrara encapsulate the moody ambience of the...

room set with curved grey couch and round table and chair with Arte Kharga wallcovering behind

Surfaces / 10.05.2023

Product watch: Kharga from Arte

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: Kharga from Arte Arte takes us on a tour through the Sahara, bringing every aspect of the desert to life in the...

view from open terrace and indoor seating at The Thoughtful Barefoot Luxury Villa by Bergman Design House

Feature / 10.05.2023

Wellness meets luxury in Dubai villa designed by Bergman Design House

By: Pauline Brettell

Wellness meets luxury in Dubai villa designed by Bergman Design House Bergman Design House has unveiled its newest project, the Thoughtful Barefoot Luxury Villa...

A large fireplace in the middle of lobby/lounge in Liverpool hotel

Feature / 10.05.2023

Editor’s pick: top design-led hotels in Liverpool

By: Hamish Kilburn

Editor’s pick: top design-led hotels in Liverpool The eyes (and ears) of the world are on the northwest this week as the city of...

Zannier Hotels Île de Bendor artist render of view around pool with orange umbrellas and sunloungers

News / 09.05.2023

Zannier Hotels to transform and take over Île de Bendor

By: Pauline Brettell

Zannier Hotels to transform and take over Île de Bendor Zannier Hotels has been appointed to manage the redesign of the iconic French private...

Montana sideboard by Liang and Eimil in front of large modern painting with plant in front of the window

Furniture / 09.05.2023

New season, new collection from Liang & Eimil

By: Pauline Brettell

New season, new collection from Liang & Eimil British furniture designer, Liang & Emil, believe in making ordinary moments remarkable and its new SS23...

patterned wallpaper, green headboard, orange throw on the art deco style bed in the guestroom at Brama Bromley

News / 09.05.2023

Introducing Brama, a boutique jewel inside Bromley Old Town Hall

By: Pauline Brettell

Introducing Brama, a boutique jewel inside Bromley Old Town Hall Brama, Bromley’s newest and only boutique hotel, is preparing to open its doors in...

bar in Marty Hotel Bordeaux with multiple chandeliers and artwork

News / 05.05.2023

Marty Hotel – getting arty in Bordeaux

By: Pauline Brettell

Marty Hotel – getting arty in Bordeaux Marty Hotel Bordeaux, Tapestry Collection by Hilton has opened in the heart of Bordeaux’s Mériadeck District. With...

Man in orange suit and man in green suit in retro bathroom

Wellness / 05.05.2023

Industry insight: how wellness is changing in hotel design

By: Hamish Kilburn

Industry insight: how wellness is changing in hotel design Thought leaders from across the architecture, design, education, engineering and plumbing industries have come together...

cream soft upholstered bilboa couch and chair by Morgan on wooden floor with white wall wall and curtain behind

Furniture / 05.05.2023

Product watch: Morgan expands Bilbao collection

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: Morgan expands Bilbao collection British furniture designer and manufacturer Morgan is expanding its curvaceous Bilbao collection with two sofas and a lounge...

Duravit Zencha designs in bathroom with mirror and vanity unit with wood finish

Bathrooms / 04.05.2023

Duravit wins five prizes, including Red Dot Design Award

By: Pauline Brettell

Duravit wins five prizes, including Red Dot Design Award Duravit has been recognised for its outstanding design quality and has been awarded five prizes...

Ember Locke guestroom interior in teal and rust

News / 04.05.2023

Behind the curtain at Ember Locke

By: Pauline Brettell

Behind the curtain at Ember Locke Lifestyle aparthotel brand Locke has announced it will open its sixth Locke in London, Ember Locke, in July...

stone walls and lanterns in render of The Chedi Hegra boutique hotel

Feature / 04.05.2023

Sneak peek: The Chedi Hegra in Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site

By: Pauline Brettell

Sneak peek: The Chedi Hegra in Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site The Chedi Hegra will be the first hotel to welcome guests...

Dramatic lighting and surface design inside pool at St James' Taj Hotel

Feature / 02.05.2023

Exposing character inside spa at St James’ Court Hotel, London

By: Hamish Kilburn

Exposing character inside spa at St James’ Court Hotel, London Emil Eve Architects was open to a lesson in history when its team worked...

Tembo Plains Camp is tucked away into a thick riverine forest on the edge of the Zambezi River, in the private 128,000-hectare Sapi Private Reserve, east of Zimbabwe’s Mana Pools National Park. Tembo Plains Camp and the 2-bedroomed Tembo Plains Suite fit into our highest camp level offering, the Réserve Collection of camps. Fellow Réserve Collection camps include Zarafa Camp, Selinda Camp, Duba Plains in Botswana, Mara Nyika Camp, Mara Plains Camp and ol Donyo Lodge in Kenya. It is also a proud member of Relais & Châteaux – the only luxury Zimbabwean safari camp currently with this honour.

Podcast / 02.05.2023

DESIGN POD explores hotels designed with nature

By: Hamish Kilburn

DESIGN POD explores hotels designed with nature Episode 31 of DESIGN POD, the design podcast for all designers and architects, goes off the beaten...

lobby of Hotel AKA NoMad opening in May with interiors by Piero Lissoni

News / 02.05.2023

VIP arrivals: hottest hotel openings in May 2023

By: Pauline Brettell

VIP arrivals: hottest hotel openings in May 2023 From the pulsing centre of Manhattan, to the heart of the British countryside, this month's hottest...

brown and black striped tile as headboard behind the bed. Bert & May encaustic tiles from Hyperion Tiles

Surfaces / 28.04.2023

Hyperion Tiles puts pattern into the mix

By: Pauline Brettell

Hyperion Tiles puts pattern into the mix With a wide variety of colours, shapes, designs and sizes to choose from, Hyperion Tiles Director Richard...

swimming pool with text on the floor surrounded by sculptural garden

News / 27.04.2023

Flavia Luxury Hotel – a sculptural project by RootStudio

By: Pauline Brettell

Flavia Luxury Hotel – a sculptural project by RootStudio The boutique hotel, Flavia, has been designed in harmony with its Oaxaca surroundings. It celebrates...

Exclusive / 26.04.2023

In pictures: party in the penthouse at MEET UP London 2023

By: Hamish Kilburn

In pictures: party in the penthouse at MEET UP London 2023 Last night was all about connections and collaborations as MEET UP London took...

white walls, grey furniture and white curtains blowing in the sunlight in Bob W guestroom in Bonn

News / 25.04.2023

Bob W makes its entry into the German market

By: Pauline Brettell

Bob W makes its entry into the German market Alternative accommodation specialist, Bob W, has built a reputation on redefining the hospitality experience by...