Design
Architecture, interiors, and guest experience design
The High Stakes of Heritage: Planters Inn's Decades-Late Refresh
Analyzing the risk and reward of a multi-phase restoration at one of Charleston's most established luxury landmarks.
The Santorini Paradox: Balancing Hyper-Luxury with Volcanic Restraint
An analysis of how the Canaves Collection navigates the tension between high-demand spectacle and sustainable Cycladic architecture.
The New 'Third Space': Analyzing Courtyard's Lobby Evolution
A look at how the Courtyard Carolina Beach renovation signals a shift toward hybrid work-and-play spaces in select-service hotels.
The Art of the Pivot: How The Clara Hotel Reimagined a Legacy Asset
Analyzing NewcrestImage's strategic transformation of the former NYLO Hotel into a residential-inspired Tapestry Collection property.
The $100 Million Bet: Hilton's LXR Strategy in Waikīkī
Analyzing whether Ka Laʻi Waikīkī Beach's massive renovation is a defensive play or an offensive strike in the ultra-luxury segment.
Hilton Unveils New Lobby Design Focused on Remote Work
By replacing ornamental seating with modular workstations and soundproof pods, Hilton is converting underutilized real estate into a high-yield productivity hub.