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Leo A Daly Appoints Mary Shaffer as Director of Architecture
She will be responsible for scheduling, staffing, mentorship, and architectural services quality review as well as overseeing resource implementation.
November 24, 2015
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The Gettys Group Miami Names Marcela Lombana as Senior Project Designer
Lombana has worked as a lifestyle interior designer for more than 13 years.
November 18, 2015
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Studio 11 Design Acquires Lou Verne
The creative consultancy will work in-house with Studio 11 to ensure art and décor are properly integrated throughout the installation process.
November 18, 2015
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WATG and Wimberly Interiors Open Shanghai Office
Located in the city’s upscale Jing’an district, the new office allows the firms to expand their regional presence and cater to Chinese clients interested in developing international hospitality projects.
November 17, 2015
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ForrestPerkins to Merge with Perkins Eastman
With offices in Dallas, San Francisco, and Washington, DC, ForrestPerkins, operating under the same name, will continue to specialize in luxury hospitality and high-end residential projects but with an expanded footprint.
November 16, 2015
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Marriott to Acquire Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
The companies together operate or franchise more than 5,500 hotels around the world with approximately 1.1 million rooms.
November 16, 2015
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Perkins+Will Acquires Portland Design Associates
Under Perkins+Will, PDA will continue to independently operate its own brand, however the two companies will collaborate to provide clients with engagement strategies.
November 10, 2015
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Commune Rolls Out Text-Based Guest Communication Program
The service allows guests of most Joie de Vivre and Thompson hotels to check in, request upgrades, report service issues, receive restaurant recommendations, order car service, and receive a notification when their room is ready.
November 3, 2015
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James Packer Acquires 20 Percent Interest in Nobu
The Nobu restaurant and hotel company is co-owned by Robert De Niro, Hollywood producer Meir Teper, and chef proprietor Nobu Matsuhisa—all of whom will retain the remaining 80 percent ownership stake.