Stephanie Chen - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 13

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Immersive 'Cube' Experience by Baranowitz + Kronenberg Transforms Hospitality Design at Canary Wharf

🏗️ Architecture and design firm Baranowitz + Kronenberg, 2025, Canary Wharf, London: The Cube, originally aired in 2009, transformed into a 27,000-square-foot immersive venue. Located in a mixed-use building, it features 21 cubes and 7 bars, lounges, and a restaurant over two floors. The design highlights vertical connections and movement, balancing industrial and modern elements such as concrete and LCD technology. Alon Baranowitz emphasizes translating the TV show's emotional experience into tangible architecture.

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Stone & Soil Finds Stillness in Japandi Design

🍹 Inside New York's Park South Hotel, a new cocktail bar, Stone & Soil, has opened, combining Japanese bartending with Japandi design. Founded by Jimmy Rizvi and Kanvar Singh, and developed with Hirotomo Akutsu and Rio Azmee, the bar emphasizes precision and sustainability. Designed by Shaila Rizvi, it features recycled Japanese wood, a Kyoto-inspired façade, and a clean, calming interior. The bar avoids plastic materials, using handcrafted elements for a serene atmosphere inspired by Japanese hospitality.

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Hideaway Round Top Opens as a Getaway in Central Texas

🏠 Texas, 2020: Emily and Rick Seiders opened Hideaway Round Top near Round Top, Texas, on 21 acres of land. The property, featuring a farmhouse and two cottages, accommodates 19 guests. The Seiders saved the land from a planned condominium development. Designed by Studio Seiders and Sam Burch Architect, the main farmhouse is 3,321 sq ft. A second phase, set for 2027, includes two tiny homes and a 3,409 sq ft event space.

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Philippe Chow Opens at Nashville’s Cummins Station

🍴 Philippe Chow has opened in Nashville's historic Cummins Station, originally built in 1906. The interior design by //3877 features a 60-foot porcelain ginkgo leaf fixture. The restaurant includes a quartzite host stand, antique mirrored glass, lacquered burl wood, and brass elements. The Gibson Cocktail Lounge offers a Nashville-inspired musical theme with collaborative artwork between //3877 and Gibson. The design reinforces a high-end atmosphere through gold accents, plush seating, and immersive tile patterns.

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OKU Bodrum To Launch on Turkey’s Aegean Coast

🏝 In May, OKU Bodrum opens as an adults-only retreat on the northern coast of the Bodrum peninsula. The 58-room hotel features water-oriented guestrooms with private balconies, terraces, and pools. Designed by AEM Architecture, the interiors boast boho-chic minimalism. Culinary options include Teyo's Nikkei-inspired dishes, Mediterranean fusion at To Kima, and meze at The Round Bar. Activities like paddleboarding and garden-to-glass workshops complement the OKU Spa's hammam, sauna, and fitness facilities.

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ilili Debuts a Second Manhattan Outpost

🍴 Lebanese-Mediterranean restaurant group ilili, led by executive chef Philippe Massoud, opens its second New York location in Midtown Manhattan in 2026. The 5,630-square-foot space, designed by Nasser Nakib Architect, reflects Lebanon’s natural landscape through its design. It features a serene bar, lounge area, main dining room, and a flexible private dining room. The interior uses earth-toned stone, wood surfaces, metallic accents, and Mediterranean craftsmanship to create an organic and cohesive aesthetic.

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Treehouse Hotel Miami Beach Takes Root in the Art Deco District

🌴 Treehouse Hotels, a brand by Starwood Hotels chairman Barry Sternlicht, is coming to Miami Beach, Florida, in early 2029. The project revamps 1940s Art Deco landmarks, Haddon Hall and Campton Apartments, into a nostalgic, beachside hotel designed by Rottet Studio. Key features include a rooftop with ocean views, a lush courtyard, multiple dining options, and wellness amenities. Treehouse Hotel Miami Beach aims to embody Miami's vibrant, carefree spirit.

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A New Mr. C Residences Tower Rises in Boca Raton

🏠 Key International and Wexford Real Estate Investors will introduce Mr. C Residences Boca Raton, a 12-story residential tower, in downtown Boca Raton. Designed by Arquitectonica, with interiors by 1508 London, the development includes 133 residences featuring 2-3 bedroom layouts. Amenities encompass a rooftop infinity pool, outdoor cinema, and wellness facilities. The project also features Bellini Restaurant and the exclusive Mr. C Bar & Lounge. The initiative marks a significant lifestyle enhancement for the area.

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IHG Launches New Premium Brand: Noted Collection

📄 InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has launched its 21st brand, Noted Collection, in 2023. 🌍 It focuses on unique hotels with distinct designs and narratives, aiming for over 150 global properties in a decade. 🎨 The brand targets upscale conversions and will first roll out in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. 🏨 Key features include curated guest experiences and cultural programming, while properties gain access to IHG's infrastructure and loyalty program.

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Faena Rose Establishes Its First Permanent Home in Miami

🏢 Faena Rose now occupies three levels at Faena Residences Miami, bridging twin towers designed by Rafael Viñoly. Spanning 45,000 square feet, this cultural hub includes an infinity-edge pool, restaurant, library lounge, and more. Designed by Bryan O’Sullivan Studio, the space embodies Faena’s immersive ethos. Additional amenities include a spa with botanical steam rooms and red-light therapy. The residence supports wellness with fitness studios, outdoor terraces, a padel court, and a golf simulator.

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