There was no shortage of news this year, from hotel brand launches to innovative commercial spaces. Our most-read news stories reflect the diverse range of headlines, with the top three covering the opening of Cheval Blanc Seychelles, a new steakhouse by NFL stars Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes, and five restaurant design trends identified by industry leaders.
Cheval Blanc launches in Seychelles
Photo courtesy of Cheval Blanc
Luxury hospitality brand Cheval Blanc has now launched Cheval Blanc Seychelles off the coast of Africa, marking the company’s sixth Cheval Blanc Maison. Designed by architect Jean-Michel Gathy of Malaysia-based Denniston, the LVMH-owned property is an homage to creole traditions as well as its natural surroundings. It features 52 villas, each with a private swimming pool, and is adorned with custom art throughout. Read the full article.
Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes are opening a restaurant
Rendering courtesy of the Johnson Studio at Cooper Carry
Global hospitality group Noble 33 is teaming up with Super Bowl champions Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes to launch 1587 Prime, a name inspired by the jersey numbers of the two Kansas City Chiefs stars. Crafted by Noble 33’s in-house team in collaboration with the Johnson Studio at Cooper Carry, the steakhouse will be housed in a two-story, 10,000-square-foot space inside the iconic Loews Kansas City Hotel. Read the full article.
Five restaurant design trends for 2024, according to designers
AB Concept’s Paper Moon restaurant at Raffles London at the OWO; photo by Tom Parker
We asked five industry leaders about the top trends that would define the F&B space this year. They shared a variety of trends to look out for, including the resurgence of retro-inspired design to secret menus and local pop-ups. Read the full article.
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