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Hospitality on the move…
The definition of hospitality is a warm, generous treatment of visitors, guests or strangers. So, when specifying or buying with transport environments in mind we shouldn’t forget what we set out to do with any interior space – Make the person using the area feel comfortable, relaxed and welcome. Global textile innovator, Camira has recently… Read More >
The Coal Shed’s London Debut, DesignLSM
As we near the end of our month looking at case studies from the hospitality sector I am thrilled to share DesignLSM‘s recently completed work for the launch of The Coal Shed, Tower Bridge, which included the restaurant’s branding and as well as tiling supplied by Porcelanosa. The original Brighton-based restaurant was first opened back in 2011 by restaurateur… Read More >
Three Swans Hotel, Fusion By Design
This month we have been focused on hospitality and following the thrill of The Sleep Event, showing us everything new in hospitality design, we are pleased to share with you Fusion by Design’s full renovation of Three Swans Hotel, Hungerford. The Three Swans is a traditional, historic coaching inn dating back to the 17th century and has grade… Read More >
Designer Q&A: Fiona Thompson, Principal for Richmond International
Richmond International have designed some of the most celebrated hotels around the world and this year they celebrate their 50th anniversary. As leading experts in the hospitality sector and to commemorate this anniversary we spoke with their Principal designer, Fiona Thompson. Fiona has worked for Richmond International for 25 years and has been part of many award-winning… Read More >
Review – BDNY
UK COMPANIES TRIUMPH AT BDNY BDNY, the leading trade fair and conference for the hospitality and leisure design industry on the Eastern seaboard of the USA, closed its doors after a stupendously successful two day run in mid-November. Ranked as the fastest growing trade fair in the United States, BDNY brings together leaders from all… Read More >
Eternity: The latest wallcovering collection by Muraspec
UK manufacturer Muraspec, prides itself on its British heritage with over 135 years of experience manufacturing state-of-the-art wallcoverings and panels. They have announced a new collection: The Eternity range. Inspired by different elements of nature, Muraspec’s Eternity range emulates a range of different textures. The designs imitate the look of marble and stone, and a mix of soft… Read More >
Transformation of the Harbour Hotel, Galway, Ireland
We continue through our month focused on hospitality by sharing the transformation of the Harbour Hotel by Millimetre Design. Established in Dublin in 2005, Millimetre Design is a leading interior design and branding studio. Millimetre Design originally completed the refurbishment of the public areas of the 3-star Harbour Hotel in Galway City, back in 2005. So,… Read More >
Review: Sleep 2017
On 21 & 22 November, the BCFA and Design Insider headed to the Business Design Centre in Angel, to exhibit at Sleep, Europe’s hotel design, development and architecture event. With 48 BCFA members exhibiting at the show this year- it was the biggest turnout yet for our sister membership association! The event kicked off to a busy start on… Read More >