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Crosby Street – New York City

"Because in Soho there’s a village flavor and it’s quite artistic, I wanted our hotel to fit in with that concept," says London-based Firmdale Hotel’s Kit Kemp of her and…

Projects November 4

Boston Welcomes W Hotel

W Hotels has opened a property in Boston, the brand’s ninth in 2009. The 235-room W Boston and the Residences at W Boston is a collaboration among architect William Rawn,…

News November 3

aloft Abu Dhabi Heats Water with Solar Panels

The 408-key aloft Abu Dhabi, which opened October 25th, is supplying more than 90 percent of its hot water through energy harnessed from solar panels. Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company…

News November 3

Perkins+Will Calls Out Risky Chemicals

Perkins+Will is getting the word out about hazardous chemicals. Today the global design firm announced the creation of the Perkins+Will Precautionary List of 25 risky chemicals that designers, construction companies,…

News November 3

Sustainability Goes Online at Wilsonart

By identifying four areas—people, processes, product, and planet – Wilsonart brings its ideas and actions about sustainability online. Its newly launched website aims to offer information about the green elements…

News November 2

U.S. Lodging Industry Sees Rise in Sales, International Visitors, AH&LA Study Finds

In 2008, the U.S. lodging industry posted pre-tax profits of $25.8 billion and $140.6 billion in sales, according to the American Hotel & Lodging Association’s (AH&LA) annual Lodging Industry Profile,…

News November 2

Rocco Forte Plans First Middle East Hotel

The Rocco Forte Collection is introducing its brand to the Middle East when a new hotel opens next year in Abu Dhabi. Architectural firm WS Atkins and Partners is designing…

News November 2

Carlson Hotels Adds 24 Properties in Q3

Carlson Hotels has added 24 new hotels and resorts to its worldwide portfolio in the third quarter of 2009. The new properties span 11 countries and include the brands Radisson…

News November 2

Guestroom 20X Seeks Submissions

Guestroom 20X, a special exhibit showcasing innovative technologies for the guestroom, is seeking the latest in high-tech features and projects for display at the 2010 Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and…

News November 2