by Alissa Ponchione | Jan 16, 2026 | News
Nominations are now open for the Hospitality Diversity Action Council’s (HDAC) sixth annual Awards of Excellence program. The award recognizes outstanding contributions to the hospitality industry by honoring individuals and companies from various segments—including...
by Alissa Ponchione | Jan 13, 2026 | News
Hospitality Design (HD) magazine is pleased to announce the two distinguished panels of industry leaders and innovators who will choose the winners and finalists of the 22nd annual HD Awards in projects and products. This year’s project judges are: Cori Tahara, vice...
by Alissa Ponchione | Dec 12, 2025 | News
Pantone’s Cloud Dancer pick courts controversy, the Met Gala reveals its 2026 co-chairs, and Public Records is set to open a new arts and music venue in Brooklyn. All that and more in this week’s Five on Friday. All your favorite divas are co-chairing...
by Alissa Ponchione | Nov 17, 2025 | People
Sometimes life gets in the way of the best laid plans. For Simon Yu, director and head of studio at Zaha Hadid Architects’ Hong Kong office, a high-school field trip altered his career trajectory. Born and raised in Scotland to Hong Kong Chinese parents, Yu...
by Alissa Ponchione | Oct 24, 2025 | News
The Louvre is hit by art world’s slickest thieves, Detroit bounces back as a creative mecca, and Trump bulldozes a 123-year-old White House landmark. All that and more in this week’s Five on Friday. Robbers pull off ultimate heist at the Louvre In case...
