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Oram Hotels Launches Artist-in-Residence Program

Oram Hotels, the San Diego hospitality collective behind two of San Diego’s most historic hotels—Granger Hotel and The Guild—has appointed Jennifer Findley as its first Director of Arts & Culture. An internationally regarded art advisor and founder of La Jolla–based JFiN Collective, Findley and Oram Hotels co-founder, Kevin Mansour, are the driving forces behind this collaboration. The two are bringing together cross-border voices and rising artists, giving them space to create and showcase work inspired by the hotels and San Diego community. Together, Granger Hotel and The Guild will serve as a center-points of exchange, focusing on art and artists from the region and beyond.

Oram Hotels
San Diego, California, United States
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Colicchio Consulting Places the Iconic “Friends” Central Perk Coffeehouse at the Crossroads of the World

Colicchio Consulting announces it has placed New York City’s first official Central Perk Coffeehouse in Times Square at the corner of 47th Street and 7Th Avenue alongside The Times Square EDITION. Scheduled to open in late 2025, Central Perk invites locals, tourists, and “Friends” superfans to step into a modern, updated version of one of television’s most beloved gathering spots.

Colicchio Consulting, Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences and Central Perk Coffee Co. and CenPer Holdings, LLC
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BLLA Concludes the 2025 Boutique Hotel Owners Conference

The 2025 Boutique Hotel Owners Conference, hosted by the Boutique & Luxury Lodging Association (BLLA), concluded its annual gathering, offering a clear view of the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of boutique hospitality. Guided by the theme Terra Incognita, the event championed creative thinking, encouraged hoteliers to explore new strategies, and highlighted the value of integrating culture, innovation, and connectivity to elevate the guest experience and stay ahead in an evolving industry.

BLLA
Press Release

AXIS Architecture + Design completes the luxurious modernization of The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe

AXIS Architecture + Design, the noted and award-winning West Coast hospitality design, hotel renovation, multi-family residential design, and affordable housing architectural design firm, recently celebrated the completion of their latest luxury hotel renovation project: The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe. Quietly emerging from a phased multi-year property-wide renovation that completed this summer, AXIS Architecture + Design’s transformation of the world-renown luxury hotel breathes new life into the AAA Five Diamond resort by expertly blending timeless mountain lodge character with the luxurious sophistication of The Ritz-Carlton brand. AXIS served as Architect of Record on the project in coordination with the interior design teams at Premier Design Studio and Johnson Studio, and was critical in the reconceptualization of the hotel’s lobby living room, lobby bar, meeting rooms and pre-function spaces, Manzanita restaurant, and new Topgolf Swing Suites.

AXIS Architecture + Design
Truckee, California, United States
Opinion Article

Is luxury goods industry failing? or is it something else?

Every few months (and recently even more often), a new wave of headlines proclaims the “end of luxury.” Supposedly, the new generation doesn’t want to carry Vuitton monograms, buy Hermès, slip into Gucci loafers, or line up for Chanel bags. The argument goes that legacy luxury is outdated, that Gen Z is too practical, too purpose-driven, too minimalist.

Martin Soler
By Martin Soler, Partner, Soler & Associates
Press Release

Meyer Jabara Hotels Expands Boutique Portfolio with Management of The Abbey Inn & Spa in New York

Meyer Jabara Hotels, a nationally recognized hotel management and ownership company, today announced that it has assumed management of The Abbey Inn & Spa, a boutique hotel perched on historic Fort Hill in Peekskill, New York. Named No. 3 on the “10 Best New Hotels” list in the U.S. by USA Today, this move marks MJH’s entry into New York’s scenic Hudson Highlands region and underscores the company’s continued growth in the upscale boutique segment.

Meyer Jabara
Opinion Article

The Feel-Good Effect: Designing Landscapes that Heal Habitually

The global wellness industry has experienced remarkable growth in recent years. According to Global Wellness Institute, the industry was valued at approximately $6.3 trillion by 2023, accounting for about 6% of the global GDP. This is projected to reach $9.0 trillion by 2028 – indicating an annual growth rate of 7.3%, notably outpacing the projected global GDP growth of 4.8%.

Toby Kyle
By Toby Kyle, Studio Director of Landscape, WATG
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Opinion Article

Your Lobby Isn’t Worth Posting

In a world dominated by social media, the value of a hotel is increasingly measured by how shareable its experiences are. Guests aren't just looking for comfort -- they want moments worth posting. For years, “Instagrammable” aesthetics were enough. Now, younger generations are shifting the bar: the real currency is authenticity.

Carly Pews
By Carly Pews, Media Strategist and Writer, Something New Creative Inc.
Supplier News

Carnegie Acoustic Solutions Introduces Flute 3D Panel

Carnegie Acoustic Solutions, a division of Carnegie that manufactures iconic, sustainable acoustic design elements, announces its Xorel ArtformⓇ Flute 3D Panel, a part of the Mezzo Collection, a new suite of acoustic solutions designed to bring harmony to interior environments. Inspired by musical dynamics, the Mezzo Collection strikes a balance between sound control and aesthetic refinement, enabling designers to create spaces that are both functional and beautifully composed.

Carnegie Acoustic Solutions
Opinion Article

Hawaiian Ultraluxury Rebirth with Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort

There’s no better word to describe Kona Village – nestled in Kahuwai Bay along the western coast of the island of Hawaii – than as a paradise. Considered a sacred spot by the first Polynesian settlers who have called it home in centuries-old village of Kaʻūpūlehu, Kona Village Resort was first established in 1965 and run by a husband and wife team who welcomed guests for decades with a charming ‘ohana (family) spirit.

Adam MogelonskyLarry Mogelonsky
By Adam Mogelonsky and Larry Mogelonsky
Kona Village, Hawaii, United States
Opinion Article

What Makes Smart Controls the Secret to Memorable Hotel Experiences?

In the competitive landscape of modern hospitality, hotels are not merely selling a place to sleep; they are selling an experience, a memory, a story. For decades, hotel design has relied on static elements—décor, furniture, art—to set a scene. But a scene is not a story. A story has a beginning, a middle, and an end; it unfolds over time and evokes a range of emotions. Today, by integrating smart automation into the core of the design process, hoteliers and designers have a powerful new medium to move beyond static scenes and become authors of a dynamic guest journey.

Fabio Zaniboni
By Fabio Zaniboni, Founder and CEO, BubblyNet
Opinion Article

Design Dollars Decoded: an Interior Designer's Guide to Strategic Spending

I recently met with a hotel owner whose enthusiasm for the design of his upcoming hotel renovation was infectious. Think high-end finishes, custom furniture, and curated moments at every turn. Then came the budget: firm, finite, and far from matching the vision. And that’s not unusual. In fact, it’s common. The good news? These goals aren’t incompatible. But success comes down to strategy.

Beth Temple
By Beth Temple, Associate Design Director, Baskervill
Press Release

Boutique Hospitality’s Boldest Voices Unite

The 14th Annual Boutique Hotel Owners Conference, presented by the Boutique & Luxury Lodging Association (BLLA), officially opens its doors this September 29–30 in the serene setting of Westlake Village, California, welcoming a curated group of global hotel owners, investors, and creative leaders for two transformative days of reconnection, reinvention, and reflection.

BLLA
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Step Inside Design Hotel's Bold New Headquarters

With a visionary design by the young Berlin-based studio RHO, Design Hotels unveils its new headquarters in an evolving district of the German capital. The top-floor space features unique design pieces, floor-to-ceiling windows and a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the city —all of which combines to create an inspiring, forward-looking, and light-filled space for the brand to call home.

Marriott
Berlin, Germany
Opinion Article

How Hospitality Leaders Can Retrofit Existing Properties for the Growing Wellness Economy

Over the last five years, the wellness economy has seen tremendous growth with no signs of slowing. It continues to reshape industries, prompting companies to prioritize holistic health and meaningful experiences while embracing sustainability as a foundation for long-term well-being – a shift that resonates with today’s travelers.

Scott LaMont
By Scott LaMont, Chief Executive Officer & Principal, EDSA