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Photos by Tom Dubanowich; Jim Schafer, Jim Schafer Location Photography Inc.; Karen Shell, Shell Photographics LLC; and Chris Crumley, Chris Crumley Productions Inc.z In the quick-service restaurant (QSR) category, top-of-mind…

Projects February 2

Felcor Acquires Former Knickbocker Hotel in New York

Felcor Lodging Trust has acquired the site of the former Knickerbocker Hotel in New York City. Located at 42nd Street and Broadway, the Beaux Arts building will return to its…

News February 2

Disneyland Hotel Unveils Major Makeover

Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim, California, has revealed the results of its renovation two years in the making. The property remembers its roots, weaving nostalgic touches in with modern features. The…

News February 2

Atlanta Airport Marriott Earns LEED Silver

Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway has earned LEED Silver certification for implementing a host of sustainable initiatives. These include: Building with 10 percent recycled materials Using non-coal-produced energy Landscape system that…

News February 2

Palace Hotel Tokyo on Track for May Debut

Palace Hotel Tokyo will open May 17 next to the iconic Imperial Palace. The property will showcase distinctive Japanese design and hospitality. At its entrance, for instance, Aji stone walls…

News February 2

Cambria Suites Heads to Miami

Choice Hotels is expanding its reach into urban markets with plans for a new Cambria Suites in Miami. Scheduled to open in summer 2013, the hotel will have 122 suites…

News February 1

Dusit Thani Maldives Preps for Debut

Dusit Thani Maldives is prepping for its February 6 debut amidst a turquoise lagoon and white sandy beaches. Blending Maldivian architecture with Thai artistry, the resort features 100 villas, ranging…

News February 1

W Seattle Reimagines Public Spaces

W Seattle has embarked on a makeover of some of its public spaces. Skylab Architecture of Portland, Oregon, is collaborating with the brand’s design group to transform the W’s restaurant…

News February 1

Fairmont Washington, DC Rejuvenates Meeting Space

The Fairmont Washington, DC has completed a $2.6 million renovation to its ballroom-level meeting and pre-function space, the mezzanine level, and the third-floor meeting spaces. The project implemented eco-friendly items…

News January 31