Hospitality Design - December 2024 - 6

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I don't know how we are in December already-this year
has fl own by. Looking back on another successful year of
issues (12), podcasts (more than 50), newslett ers (roughly 120),
and of course events (16), it has been a wonderful year full of
inspiration and community building.
This issue is a small celebration of that. We constantly
track trends (check out our branded residences story in
October and online, for instance), but here we take a deep
dive into multiple infl uences changing the face of the
industry. Starting on page 77, we look at seven that have
caught our att ention: the launch of branded superyachts; the
rise of sports tourism turning stadiums into destinations;
new and bold wellness real estate redefi ning the market;
hotels upping the luxury quotient with spacious suites;
boutique medical offi ces demonstrating that good design makes patients feel bett er; a new
breed of restaurateurs trying their hands at hotels; and experiential airport lounges that are
making travel more enjoyable.
We also use this issue to look back at the incredible hotel openings from 2024. It was a
huge undertaking, but we have curated more than 70 properties (head to page 53), organized
by region, that made a mark this past year. From new launches and brand expansions (and
redos) to intimate retreats and expansive resorts, it's an impressive showcase of the thoughtful
design happening today by a diverse mix of talent.
On page 41, meet this year's remarkable Platinum Circle honorees-Ave Bradley, IHG
Hotels & Resorts; Alan Fuerstman, Montage International; Tom Ito, Gensler; and Liz
Lambert, Lambert McGuire, MML Hospitality, and Bunkhouse Group-and check out a few
photos from the black tie-creative gala last month where we celebrated them as a start to the
BDNY weekend.
Looking to 2025, we are now taking submissions for our 21st annual HD Awards. The
only hospitality design competition for both projects and products, the program features more
than 40 categories, from luxury hotel to fi ne dining and wellness. Finalists-chosen by an
esteemed jury of industry leaders-will be announced in March, and winners will be revealed
at an awards ceremony on May 6th at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas during HD
Expo + Conference. (All winners and fi nalists will also be featured in the May/June issue of
HD.) Don't miss the opportunity to spotlight your amazing work: The submission deadline is
February 10th. Enter at hospitalitydesignawards.com.
Registration is also now open for HD Expo + Conference. We hope you will join us for
three days of inspiration, product discovery, networking, and education. We have a lot of new
things in the works, so you won't want to miss out. Head to hdexpo.com to register.
Until then, all of us at HD and BD wish you a wonderful holiday season and a happy
new year. A big thank you to all of you-our readers, att endees, sponsors, exhibitors, and
advertisers-for your support in 2024 and over the years. Cheers to a great 2025!
Stacy Shoemaker Rauen
Editor in Chief/Senior Vice President, Design Group
Follow me on Instagram: @StacyRauen
hd editorial advisory board
Andrew Alford Andrew Alford Creative Aaron Anderson the 26 Co David Ashen dash design Malcolm Berg EoA
Matthew Berman Workshop/APD Glen Coben Glen & Co. Meghann Day HBA Sara Duffy Stonehill Taylor Deborah
Lloyd Forrest ForrestPerkins Julie Frank Aspen Hospitality Timothy Griffi n Wellbrook Hospitality William Harris
AvroKO Kemper Hyers Auberge Resorts Collection Amy Hulbert Best Western International Tom Ito Gensler Gulla
Jónsdóttir Atelier Gulla Jónsdóttir Helen Jorgensen Host Hotels & Resorts Jon Kastl Marina Bay Sands Aliya Khan
Marriott International Raul Leal SH Hotels & Resorts Scott Lee SB Architects Jeremy Levitt Parts and Labor Tony
Machado Highgate Lisa McClung InterContinental Hotels Group Margaret McMahon Wimberly Interiors Will Meyer
Meyer Davis Julia Monk Hospitality Leader Alessandro Munge Studio Munge Barry Nidiffer Barry Partners Lionel
Ohayon ICRAVE Robert Polacek RoseBernard Studio Brian Quinn Sonesta Adam Rolston INC Architecture & Design
Lauren Rottet Rottet Studio Lisa Simeone KTGY Kellie Sirna Studio 11 Design Sam Suleman Equinox Hospitality
Shawn Sullivan Rockwell Group Michael Suomi Suomi Design Works Roger Thomas Roger Thomas Collection
Larry Traxler Hilton Worldwide Audra Tuskes Marriott International Sabine Vessnow Weldon Joel Villalon DLR Group |
BraytonHughes Design Studios Kia Weatherspoon Determined by Design Anne Wilkinson BAMO
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