by Alissa Ponchione | Jan 24, 2012 | News
With an eye toward sustainability, Starwood Hotels & Resorts has moved into its new global headquarters in Stamford, Connecticut. HOK designed the offices to LEED certification, implementing green features such as energy-saving LED and CFL lighting, recycled...
by Alissa Ponchione | Jan 24, 2012 | News
Eight out of 10 U.S. hospitality executives remain bullish on the marketplace as investors continue to hunt for deals, according to the DLA Piper 2012 Hospitality Outlook Survey. Respondents indicate that a strong appetite exists for hotel transactions, fueled...
by Alissa Ponchione | Jan 24, 2012 | News
The Hotel Brussels has unveiled its new guestroom design, part of a comprehensive makeover to the former Hilton. Spanish architectural firm GCA developed the guestroom theme to focus on the tech-savvy cosmopolitan traveler. The firm jettisoned the traditional desk,...
by Alissa Ponchione | Jan 24, 2012 | Projects
Stumbling upon a restaurant like Caulfield’s, which appears as if it’s long been a part of the neighborhood landscape, is quite the challenge in Beverly Hills. “Everything is so overdone,” says restaurateur Ron Marino. “It’s either...
by Alissa Ponchione | Jan 23, 2012 | News
Courtyard Kaua’i at Coconut Beach has wrapped up a $13 million top-to-bottom renovation. The hotel features a refurbished exterior façade highlighted by a reconfigured pool with a deck featuring lounge seating, fire feature, and cocktail lounge. Upgrades...
