Stephanie Chen

🏠 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.

🍴 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.

🏝 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.

🌴 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.

🏠 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.

📄 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.

🏢 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.

🏨 Ran & Morris Creative Partnership and Cumulus have transformed the historic Oscar Maugsch Palace into the Sofitel Bucharest in University Square, Bucharest. Completed with 157 guestrooms, two restaurants, and a spa, the project revamped two buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. A dramatic 46-feet-high skylit lobby draws inspiration from Parisian street life. The design integrates Parisian and Romanian cultural elements, maintaining historical layouts and using Romanian artistry for bespoke furnishings.