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Harmonizing Art, Architecture, and Design for Hospitality Success

“Art and culture are the lifeblood of a space - the connection to something larger that all humans intrinsically want to be part of. They work with architecture and design to accentuate the intended mood and vibe of a space.” This was one of several testimonials received from a study of hundreds of real estate professionals for the biannual State of the Art Report by NINE dot ARTS. What emerged from the study was a timely and powerful realization: that architecture, design, and art and culture are equally essential for achieving project success. And as the hospitality industry continues to bounce back from the pandemic while navigating economic challenges and changing traveler preferences, such realizations cannot be understated.

Martha McGee
By Martha McGee, CEO and Co-Founder, NINE dot ARTS
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Future Shaping Hospitality Design Trends

In recent years, several hospitality trends reflecting a blend of technological advancements, sustainability imperatives and a growing emphasis on bespoke experiences have emerged. From the innovative, versatile and flexible use of spaces to the integration of local culture and wellness amenities, such nuances continue to shape the way hotels are conceptualized, designed and experienced by guests worldwide.

Scott LaMont
By Scott LaMont, Chief Executive Officer, EDSA
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Building Brands: Trends and Challenges in Real Estate Branding

Creative Supply founder Youri Sawerschel and Frame Magazine’s Tracey Ingram get together for the fourth in a series on space and branding, bringing together insights from Sawerschel’s realm of brand strategy and brand design, and Ingram’s role as editor at large for one of the world’s leading interior-design publications. Here they discuss the current trends and (communication) challenges of the real estate industry.

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By Tracey Ingram and Youri Sawerschel
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Society's values: Decoding the impact of pop culture on Hospitality

The intersection of hospitality and popular culture is a dynamic space where societal values, norms, and human interactions are vividly depicted and often critiqued. From television series to classic films, pop culture has consistently provided a mirror through which we can examine our own behaviors and beliefs. In this article, we'll explore how hospitality in pop culture serves as a reflection of society's ever-evolving ethos.

Natacha Reymond
By Natacha Reymond, Sustainability Initiatives Coordinator, EHL
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Work From Hotel: How Hotel Design is Adapting to Accommodate the New Guest

During the pandemic, working from home became a way of life that grew out of necessity. After COVID subsided, people were hungry to travel again after being trapped at home. They realized that working from home did not mean one has to be at home or in the office to work. Technological advancements allow the office to travel where the laptop goes. Enter bleisure travel.

Scott P. Rosenberg
By Scott P. Rosenberg, President of Nehmer and Principal with HVS Design, Nehmer and HVS Design
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Re-Imagining Retail - Approaching Mixed-Use Design through a Hospitality Lens

In conversations around the future of brick-and-mortar retail in the United States, claims have been made about the rise of e-commerce (especially mobile e-commerce) bringing about the supposed downfall of the shopping mall. The COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted the retail industry as people opted for online ordering from home rather than visiting an enclosed mall, for health and safety reasons and the convenience of one-click ordering. According to World Economic Forum, department store sales in the first quarter of 2020 and those from other "non-essential" retailers declined by 25%, and in the second quarter, the decline was up to 75%.

Miguel Campo Rodriguez
By Miguel Campo Rodriguez, Vice President - Senior Designer, SB Architects, 10SB (previously SB Architects)