The pandemic changed our outlook on travel and life in many instances. The impact on hospitality design super charged existing trends within the industry, providing for an accelerator environment which meant that designers had to quickly adapt to the new needs of visitors. As we redesign the world to accommodate transformative times, so too has the hospitality industry been transformed. READ MORE

As hotel occupancy rates rebound back to pre-2020 levels, the lasting effects of the pandemic have blurred the lines between home versus hospitality, work versus leisure. Here's how Mary Cook, founder and president of commercial interior design firm Mary Cook Associates, is seeing hotel design evolve to reflect the changing lifestyle preferences of today's business, leisure and so-called "bleisure" travelers. READ MORE

The hospitality industry is defined by its ability to reinvent to fit the requirements of travelers the world over. As the industry evolves, many design trends that were in motion prior to the shutdown quickly accelerated with health and flexibility at the forefront. What types of design solutions and strategies can hotel developers and operators implement to elevate a sense of wellness, and provide options that cater to guest preferences? READ MORE

Travel is back with guests hankering for more than ever. No longer is your mission simply to put heads in beds. Today's guest requires hotels they want to stay in and stay in again. Public spaces should feel designed with their delight in mind, with eye-catching elements that create a real sense of place and welcome for locals and visitors alike. READ MORE

Holston House, a luxury boutique hotel in Nashville, recently transformed into an up-tempo destination hotel with Art Deco roots in the heart of Music City. After opening in 2017, the property sought to weave its storied past into its design without undergoing a complete rebrand, focusing on its history through the past century and amplifying the voices from then and now. READ MORE