by Alissa Ponchione | Mar 23, 2011 | News
The 153-key JW Marriott Hotel Cusco in Peru is slated to open in 2012 at the gateway to Machu Picchu. The hotel, built around a colonial church, will include a museum of prominent artifacts, many of which will be preserved in-situ. Featuring a distinct colonial feel,...
by Alissa Ponchione | Mar 23, 2011 | News
Renaissance Sanya Resort & Spa has opened its doors in China’s renowned resort destination on the South China Sea. Designed by WATG, the property features 507 spacious guestrooms, including 90 suites and 10 private villas with a personal pool, that are...
by Alissa Ponchione | Mar 23, 2011 | Projects
Located on a historic cobblestone city block in New York’s Soho, Japanese restaurant Niko is the newest collaboration between local designer Rafael de Cárdenas and restaurateur Cobi Levy. “Interestingly, it was a fairly successful Japanese...
by Alissa Ponchione | Mar 22, 2011 | News
The International Interior Design Association (IIDA) is seeking submissions for the 15th Annual IIDA/HD Product Design Competition, in partnership with Hospitality Design (HD) magazine. The contest-which is open only to exhibitors at the 2011 Hospitality Design...
by Alissa Ponchione | Mar 22, 2011 | News
The EPA has updated its Energy Star requirements for TVs and cable and satellite boxes. As of September 2011, these products must be 40 percent more efficient than conventional models to qualify for the Energy Star label. For example, under the new regulations, a...
