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on the road again... HDBoutique 2003 The producers of Hospitality Design Expo & Conference announced plans to stage HDBoutique, a chic, smartsized show exclusively for the hospitality design industry. HDBoutique is set to debut October 1&2, 2003, at the Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, Florida. Named HDBoutique to reflect its stylish and intimate nature, the Exposition and Conference will feature stateof-the-art hospitality product displays and learning opportunities. “We are thrilled to announce HDBoutique,” said Michelle Finn, vice president, HD Group “The stylish Miami Beach and South Beach venues are testimony to the dynamic nature and sheer diversity of the hospitality industry. By staging HDBoutique in this area, we’re able to create an ideal destination for industry professionals to explore hospitality design displays and conference sessions.” HDBoutique’s thinktank and conference program will cover cutting-edge topics including restaurant trends, condominium hotel development, senior living growth, sustainable design, and residential/lifestyle influences on hospitality today. With exhibit booths ranging in size from 100 to 200 sq. ft., HDBoutique’s unique and intimate floorplan design will allow attendees to navigate easily through the Exposition, which includes the latest hospitality design products and services. This smart design makes the “HDBoutique, a chic, smart sized show exclusively for the hospitality design industry.” Exposition a one-of-a-kind meeting place for the hospitality design community. Attendees will be able to explore new ideas and trends from leading industry suppliers and manufacturers, while exhibiting companies can connect with key industry professionals in a smallscale venue. Registration to attend HDBoutique will be available online by early July on www.hdboutique.com. Cost to attend is free online for participants who register on or before September 1, 2003, $25 on or before September 24, 2003, and $53 after September 24, 2003. Admission includes access to the Exposition, Keynote Address, and educational sessions. For exhibit and sponsorship opportunities, contact Luellen Hoffman at 703-488-2734 or lhoffman@vnuexpo.com. Complete event information is available on www.hdboutique.com. HDBoutique is presented by Hospitality Design magazine and is from the producers of HD Expo & Conference, VNU Expositions. 15 http://www.hdboutique.com http://www.hdboutique.com http://www.hdboutique.com http://www.hdboutique.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of NEWH - August 2003

NEWH - August 2003
Contents
Letter From the Editor
Hospitality News
On the Road Again
Calling All Entries
Tips on Specs
The Creation of the Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort
Signature Golf Resorts
Designing a Golf Clubhouse
International Purchasing
Creating a Vision for Clubhouse Renovations
Signage for Today’s Golf Resort
The History of Nightclubs
To See and Be Seen
Appealing to the Senses
Marysol–Real and Magical in the Windy City
The Juggling Act—The “Ooh and Aah” vs. Value Engineering
Cork—Not Just for Wine Bottles Anymore
Lessons Not Learned: Life Safety Issues From the Cocoanut
Small Business Advice...
Things to Consider When Building, Renovating or Expanding
Industry Partner Education
Sources and Credits
Bios

NEWH - August 2003