November 2014
Hotelier & Hotel Design Magazine
Featuring: Industry News Venue Profile
And Shows & Events
November 2014
Contents Industry News Venue Profile Bathrooms Shows & Events
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www.hotelierandhoteldesign.com Hotelier & Hotel Design Magazine is the leading publication and established web resource in the business. Providing comprehensive reporting on hotel industry news and exclusive coverage of the latest ecological-friendly green hotels and bar designs, HHD Magazine keeps you updated on the latest hotel trends in technology and innovative ideas. From recent hotel renovations and openings to award-winning luxury hotels and hotel construction projects, HHD Magazine keeps you informed on news that matters most to your hospitality business.
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Industry News The beauty of bespoke at Bailbrook House Hotel, Bath Bailbrook House Hotel in Bath, is now adorned with bespoke woven carpet from Wilton Carpets Commercial. Drawing on the updated classic designs of the Virtue collection, nearly 3000 square metres of woven axminster carpet have been fitted throughout the original Grade II Listed Mansion House and adjacent Bailbrook Court accommodation and conference facility. The coordinating design transitions in the galleried walkway and selected areas of the Bailbrook Court building, where a more contemporary design takes over in hospitality suites to coordinate with the modern approach of the interior. A singular damask element is retained with dramatic contrasting purple tones offsetting the pared-back interior. The £10m restoration at the hotel created 13 prestigious feature bedrooms, many with stunning original features, a new fine dining restaurant, three large lounges and a conservatory bar in the Mansion House.
Roman’s New Bow Quadrant Leading UK shower designer and manufacturer, Roman, has introduced a luxury new product to their striking collection of Quadrant Shower Enclosures.
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Roman has meticulously designed and manufactured the new Bow Fronted Quadrant, which has been added to their compelling Lumin8 range of 8mm Shower Enclosures, Walk-Ins and Bath Screens.
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Beaumont Hotel owners choose specialists for decorative lighting In its most recent collaboration with Corbin & King, Dernier & Hamlyn has manufactured beautiful art deco chandeliers for The Beaumont Hotel, Jeremy King and Chris Corbin’s first hotel, which will open in Mayfair this autumn. A statement, grand fitting has been produced for the hotel’s entrance. Cast in brass and finished in antique bonze, it is dressed with custom made glass rods. A smaller version has also been made at Dernier & Hamlyn’s London factory and installed in the main lobby. Throughout the main public areas, including lobbies and stairwells, Dernier & Hamlyn has also produced feature pendants that include handmade cast glass panels that feature chevrons and have been sand blasted to emulate typical art deco styling. Jeremy King says: “We select our suppliers carefully and seek out companies that share our values, which focus on honesty, integrity and continual improvement. Dernier & Hamlyn has a similar approach. Therefore when it comes to bespoke lighting for our properties we choose D&H primarily for its reputation for quality, attention to detail and its business ethics.” Dernier & Hamlyn joint managing director Jeremy Quantrill says: “We have worked on several Corbin & King projects including Brasserie Zedel and Fischer’s. Producing lighting for the Beaumont Hotel was a really interesting project and one which drew on our historical knowledge and archives from the 1930s.”
Bathrooms in the UK are becoming smaller but people still want a luxury showering facility, this is where the Lumin8 range fits in perfectly as it delivers showering solutions to meet all requirements whilst bringing a touch of luxury into the bathroom.
incorporates smooth running ‘quick release’ roller bearings for easy access cleaning. The Enclosure is flexible to install as it includes 25mm of vertical adjustment in each profile to ensure the perfect fit. The Shower Enclosure can also be installed straight to floor using Roman’s Wetroom Shield System.
The Lumin8 Enclosures and Walk-ins stand at an elegant height of 1950mm with 8mm thick toughened glass. They feature a stylish chromed brass handle, a bright silver frame, chrome top caps and minimal low profile seals to present a sleek and modern finish. The Lumin8 Bow Fronted Quadrant
All of Roman’s products are manufactured at their headquarters in the North East and the Bow Fronted Quadrant is accompanied with a Lifetime guarantee. It also includes Roman’s unique glass protection system, which promotes easy cleaning and lasting clarity of the glass.
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Best Western Announces Vib Brand The boutique Vīb concept features vibrant and modern design with a focus on convenience, technology and social engagement. Vīb hotels will have large, interactive lobbies that incorporate the local flavor of their individual markets, as well as comfortable and chic guest rooms. Best Western Best Western International is launching two major new hotel development offerings – a stylish new hotel concept and a soft brand – both designed to meet growing demand for new hotel offerings in urban and primary markets. The announcement, made today during the brand’s 2014 North American Convention, comes as Best Western continues to see historic growth in the brand’s North American and global development pipeline. Best Western’s newest hotel offering, Vīb
(pronounced Vibe), is a stylish and technologycentric hotel concept created to meet the needs of today’s connected traveler. Vīb, which is short for “Vibrant,” is a hotel prototype designed for urban markets. Vīb’s high-density concept will be cost-effective to build and operate, making it an attractive option for owners and developers. The boutique Vīb concept features vibrant and modern design with a focus on convenience, technology and social engagement. Vīb hotels will have large, interactive lobbies that incorporate the local flavor of their individual markets, as well as comfortable and chic guest rooms. Guests will find ample USB and power ports for electronics, a media wall with custom content in the lobby, smart TVs in the rooms to stream on-demand content, and LED mood lighting throughout the hotel.
Profit Growth for U.K. Provinces and West Midlands Hotels; London Hoteliers Bounce Back During Augus With London’s profitability bouncing back with positive year-on-year comparison in August, the UK Provinces go from strength to strength with gross operating profit per available room (GOPPAR) showing a double digit growth, and West Midlands hoteliers recording an 11.1% surge in this metric, according to the latest HotStats.
points to 87.3% and in ARR of 6.8% generated a RevPAR uplift of 12.3% for Brighton hoteliers. Despite revenue per available room derived from C&B room hire declining by 15.4%, food and beverage showed positive movements by 1.3% and 1.7% respectively and TRevPAR grew by 8.6%.
Simultaneous increases of 8.2% in average room rate (ARR) and of 0.7 percentage points in occupancy for West Midlands hoteliers boosted rooms revenue per available room (RevPAR) by 9.4%. Non-rooms revenues also showed positive movements and total revenue per available room (TRevPAR) grew by 8.2% compared to the same period last year.
Astute operating cost control helped to enhance DOPPAR levels by 10.8%. Despite overheads per available room increasing by 3.9%, payroll dropped by 2.1 percentage points and as a result GOPPAR shot up by 15.0% representing a gross operating conversion of 42.2% for the month.
Hotels in the seaside destination of Brighton recorded a strong month of August with TRevPAR and GOPPAR surging by 8.6% and 15.0% respectively, according to the latest HotStats. A combined growth in occupancy of 4.3 percentage
Southampton hotels also recorded a positive month of August with TRevPAR and GOPPAR rising by 2.0% and 4.9% respectively, according to the latest HotStats. With both occupancy (+2.9 percentage points to 89.9%) and ARR (+2.9%) increasing, Southampton hotels experienced a RevPAR growth of 6.3%. Mixed performances were recorded in ancillary departments and TRevPAR went up by only 2.0%. Efficient cost control further fuelled this revenue gain with DOPPAR increasing by 1.6%, and with payroll and overheads per available room declining by 0.4 percentage points and 2.2% respectively. As a result, GOPPAR went up by 4.9% representing a gross profit conversion of 30.4% for August.
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Hoteliers also managed to reduce payroll by 0.4 percentage points to 35.2% as well as operating costs to deliver a departmental operating profit per available room (DOPPAR) growth of 8.6%. Despite overheads per available room climbing by 6.5%, GOPPAR shot up by 11.1% representing a gross operating conversion of 23.5% for the month.
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Terry Venables opens Spanish boutique hotel La Escondida Hotel & Restaurant is set in 500 acres of olive and almond groves in a national park in the province of Valencia. Constructed as a hunting lodge in 1881, the property features 10 bedrooms, two lodge suites, and a restaurant run by a Michelin-starred chef.
and an outdoor pool set in manicured gardens. There is also a jogging track around the property’s 500 acres; and activities on offer include horse riding, hiking and mountain biking in the National Park, bird watching, hot air ballooning, shooting, golf and fly fishing.
Owners former England and Barclona manager Terry Venables and his wife and Yvette decided to open the hotel after falling in love with the area after a visit. They have spent the last two years restoring the 500 acre estate, retaining original features such as hand painted tiles to oak wooden beams.
Venables says La Escondida is “incredibly proud” of its cuisine, prepared by a Michelin star trained chef. “We’ve eaten some exceptional food in our lives but the best is always simple cooking beautifully presented using the freshest ingredients,” he said. “Most of the herbs and vegetables are grown on our land by our gardener and the breads and pastries freshly baked in our kitchen. We plan to have a bee hives so guests have fresh honeycomb for breakfast.”
“The beauty of the area was breathtaking. We are always in search of places that are off the beaten track and La Escondida was certainly that, yet such a short distance from the coast,” said Venables. La Escondida is located 35 minutes from the beach in the community of Penaguila, in the Font Roja National Park. It features an indoor swimming heated pool, spa, two terraces,
Manchester’s Hotel Gotham to open in April 2015 The hotel, which is being developed and will be operated by Bespoke Hotels, is set in a 1928 Edwin Lutyens building and will include 60 rooms spread over seven floors, with the reception and the restaurant on the sixth floor, and a bar and members club on the seventh.
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The property will also include five inner sanctum suites. In celebration of the building, the decor takes cues from the art deco period and the dramatic windows offer fascinating views across Manchester.
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Robin Sheppard, chairman of Bespoke Hotels, said: “Hotel Gotham is really taking shape now. The construction team at Marshall’s and our design partners at Squid-Inc are on track to deliver an exceptional and glamorous hotel, in a beautiful historic building. We can feel the excitement bubbling.” www.hotelgotham.co.uk
The Venables were advised on the project by Katy McCann of Suite DNA. McCann was formerly global head of the hotel collection at Mr & Mrs Smith. www.hotelescondida.com
Investment In Training Affects Hospitality Industry’s Bottom Line Investing in training is important to hospitality organizations and restaurant and lodging companies’ bottom lines, says a new report released by the Council of Hotel and Restaurant Trainers (CHART) and People Report, a TDn2K company. The report, 2014 Trends in Hospitality Training & Development Study, serves as a benchmark for training and development practices. “We’ve known for years that investing in training is a worthwhile expenditure in the hospitality industry. It helps companies reduce turnover, foster a stronger, more skilled workforce, and provide a better customer experience. Now we have yet another report that backs up this essential premise in our industry,” said Patrick Yearout, director of training for Ivar’s Restaurants and CHART president. The report highlights a number of key findings, most notably: t A seat in the C-Suite. One-quarter of training departments report directly to the CEO or president of an organization. t Go online, see results. More organizations are turning to e-learning as part of their training suite, using it for knowledge leveling, validation and testing, and compliance. More than 80 percent of limited service restaurants and 73 percent of hotel and lodging companies report offering e-learning opportunities to employees. t A little bit goes a long way. Restaurants that spend more than four hours on new hire orientation have on average 20 percent lower turnover. t Investing in people matters. Increasing an organization’s budget to train certified trainers can reduce turnover by an average of 25 percent. Founder and CEO of People Report Joni Thomas Doolin added, “The hospitality industry’s effective adoption of training programs is essential to best-in-class performance. We look forward to continuing our partnership with CHART to study the training profession and practices to help this vital sector of our economy and workforce grow and flourish.” The full report is available for download at www.chart.org.
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THE ORANGE TREE A BOUTIQUE HOTEL IN THE HEART OF RICHMOND
Welcome to The Orange Tree. Following a magnificent makeover, the perfectly positioned bolthole located in the leafy suburb of Richmond-upon-Thames, now boasts 13 brand new beautifully designed boutique bedrooms and a stunning new-look pub and dining room, ideal for business stays or leisure breaks. The Bedrooms Influenced by the local green spaces of Richmond Park and Kew Gardens, the beautifully appointed boutique bedrooms, situated over three floors, have been designed to showcase the striking botanical inspired theme, which runs throughout the hotel. Combining quintessential British character with bold Mediterranean touches in the striking olive and citrus tree wallpaper; each stylish room offers an unrivalled charm. Custommade furniture, quirky frames of old smoking pipes hanging on the walls and vibrant feature headboards complete the picture. For a truly special stay, the three more spacious feature rooms and a family suite feature luxury additions like freestanding roll-top baths, kingsized beds, fluffy bathrobes and slippers and all the latest technology.
Delivering all the amenities one would expect from any boutique hotel, the rooms boast Hypnos beds with luxuriously soft linen, Algotherm toiletries, 40-inch flat screen TVs with Sky Plus, highspeed WiFi, fully-stocked mini-bars, Nespresso machines and a choice of walk-in showers or bathtubs. The Pub & Fenton Dining Room At the heart of The Orange Tree, is the welcoming pub and Fenton Dining Room in which to relax, drink and dine. Open for everything from morning coffee, breakfast and leisurely lunches through to casual dinners, colleague get-togethers and family celebrations. The main bar has a warm and relaxed vibe with Chesterfield sofas and comfy oversized chairs whilst the town’s links with sporting life are expressed on the walls with vintage rugby pictures, cricket bats, tennis rackets and rambler walking sticks. The botanical theme continues in the dining room, styled to resemble a potting shed and highlighted by a bespoke digital wallpaper of Victorian-inspired plant illustrations and a distressed dresser filled with decorative gardening tools. Classic pub dishes and signature specials are bursting from the allday menu of top quality seasonal dishes that use the best of the British farmer’s larder. Dishes include confit Gressingham duck cottage pie with Butler’s Secret cheddar mash alongside rib of beef, beef dripping chips, wild garlic butter and crisp shallots. Other highlights are Oxsprings cured ham, Suffolk chorizo and salami with pickles and ale bread in addition to poached sea trout with roasted broccoli and a butternut and quinoa salad with avocado oil dressing. The menu is complemented with a carefully crafted wine list and, with two popular theatres nearby, The Orange Tree also offers a two and
three course pre-theatre menu from 5.00pm – 7.30pm daily. On the bar, expect an extensive selection of cask ales and rotating local guest favourites, alongside premium lagers and an exclusive collection of ancient ‘shrub’ vinegar cocktails. Handcrafted in-house, The Orange Tree shrubs originate from 17th century England where vinegar was used as an alternative to citrus juices in the preservation of berries and other fruits out of season. Delicious options include and a raspberry and Aspall apple balsamic alongside a fig, ginger and Aspall sauvignon amongst others. Rugby Located just moments from the home of rugby, Twickenham, The Orange Tree has long been established as the go-to rugby pub before, during and after the big game. Catering for ardent rugby fans in true British style, The Orange Tree offers prematch food and drink on the outdoor terrace bar and barbecue in addition to regular shuttle buses to and from the game, making The Orange Tree the perfect meeting point for family and friends. Fans not heading to the stadium can watch all the scrum action in front of one of the HD screens whilst tucking into a hearty meal and a pint of Young’s finest. Beautiful boutique bedrooms, stunning surroundings and fantastic food - The Orange Tree has all you need for a special stay away.
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The Great Northern Hotel holds a very special place in history. It was built in 1854
hotel’s original designer Lewis Cubitt, fea the world’s great railway hotels. It was a high class and glamorous hotel in its heyday but, rather sadly, over the years it fell into neglect and closed for the 12 years prior to re-opening in July 2013. The hotel has undergone a comprehensive £42million renovation by Jeremy Robson over the last 5 years. The building was taken back to its brick core and carefully returned to its former glory with thought and sympathy towards its
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Today, the King’s Cross St Pancras basin is undergoing breath-taking change investment and is one of London’s most exciting neighbourhoods, attracting creatives, artisans and world class major corporations alike. Eurostar now runs from St Pancras after a £700million refurbishment of that station and, at a cost of £550million, King’s Cross Station has been extended in the form of a contemporary masterpiece, the Western Concourse and comprehensively refurbished. The Great Northern Hotel sits in a prime position within King’s Cross. Jeremy Robson commented “The restoration and re-opening of the Great Northern architecture and realised what a careful renovation could contribute to the major regeneration being undertaken at King’s Cross St Pancras.”
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Axminster carpet. The Cubitt rooms have from a busy day. The Couchette rooms a innovative interpretation of a traditional ra our smallest room but still have a Queen
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restaurant, and GNH Bar, one of the mos All food and beverage in the hotel falls un and internationally respected chef, Mark years working alongside Gordon Ramsay Claridge’s – where he earned a coveted but built on simple British dishes, with se cooked beautifully, and priced so as to be
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“The hotel has an enchanting beauty and enjoys the most spectacular of locations in one of London’s most exciting neighbourhoods. I wanted to re-create something of real and lasting value; a London landmark that would serve visitors and Londoners alike.”
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A creative team from Amin Taha Architects were given a project to transform the 2,800 sq ft of commercial space comprised over a ground and two upper floors at 18 Phipp Street, into modern and stylish office spaces. After consultations with Building Control, they required a clear coating for a staircase to achieve Surface Spread of Flame Protection. Thanks to participation in one of our CPD’s, they knew that Envirograf® would have a product that would meet their criteria.
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With the help of Andy Wahts, Envirograf’s representative in London, they chose product QVFR for internal application, which is a clear fire retardant coating, available in satin finish, not requiring any top coat. Works have been carried out by Ecore Construction from London.
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During Mr Waht’s visit at the property, a solution was found to provide 60 minutes fire protection to the exposed timber ceiling without the need to cover them with 2 layers of plasterboard, (by using Envirograf® HW Intumescent Coating System) which would make it more cost effective and allow Architects to achieve more desirable look. Envirograf® Intumescent Steel Coating has also been used, to ensure the construction of the building would be well supported even in the case of a fire. It can take just a few minutes for unprotected steelwork in a building to attain temperatures of around 550ºC in a fire. At this temperature, steelwork loses its loadbearing capacity and the structure is likely to collapse, giving little time for people to evacuate and even less time for the fire service to bring the fire under control.
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Containing up to 96% natural marble mixed with resins, COMPAC’s technological marble has a hardness similar to marble but its resistance to impact and breakage is much greater owing
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The Independent Hotel Show returns to Olympia this October (21 & 22) with the promise of even more insight, advice and inspiration for the UK’s burgeoning luxury and boutique hotel sector. Now in its third year the show has become the must attend event for anyone connected to the hotel and hospitality sector, featuring a one-stop business platform of over 250 handpicked premium products and services, business seminars and advice clinics.
The Buell Business Support Clinic offers a one stop
Discover the best Featuring a range of handpicked, premium essentials to equip your hotel, exhibitors at the Independent Hotel Show represent the cream of the industry, helping your boutique or luxury hotel stand out from the crowd. With categories including interior design, technology & software, audio & entertainment and health & wellness the show is home to a wealth of products and services to
independent, luxury and boutique hotel industry. Sessions are available on a one-to-one basis, with and investors into the sectors.
Independent Thought Series The Independent Hotel Show continues to spark debate within the hotel and hospitality industry, offering insight, advice and ideas from key industry leaders. In the weeks running up to the show a series of thought leading pieces are being published on www.independenthotelshow.co.uk/ IndieThought The ‘Independent Thought' series will provide a collection of inspiring tips on how to develop and improve your business, whether you’re an independent, luxury or boutique hotel.
The inspirers and the inspirational Gain insight and inspiration from the hotel industry heavyweights across a range of subjects as the Independent Hotel Show 2014 tackles and presents the hottest topics of the sector. Design, technology, marketing and business experts are scheduled to present a range of free to attend business seminars and panel discussions business and boost revenues. For the full Business Sessions programme visit www.independenthotelshow.co.uk
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Let the freshest creative talent in the hospitality industry inspire you to meet, talk and share ideas with your peers as The Independent Hotel Show showcases the rising design stars of the sector. Offering a relaxed and information space for delegates to meet up, The Hub promises to push the boundaries of innovative interior design.
Hansgrohe VIP Lounge For a more intimate meeting, relax and network over a drink or two with key industry players in the Hansgrohe VIP Lounge, a haven of calm at the heart of the show.
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The Independent Hotel Show continues to recognise and reward those individuals who have played a major role within the hotel industry, from shaping the sector to demonstrating innovation and growth. Two prestigious awards return for a third year Independent Hotelier of the Year 2014 and Outstanding New Hotel of the Year 2014. For full details of all of the nominees and to vote for your chosen winner visit www.independenthotelshow.co.uk/ awards. Winners will be announced at the Independent Hotel Show Awards evening on 21st October 2014.
Visitor information Event dates: Tuesday 21st October: 10:00 - 17:00 Wednesday 22nd October: 10:00 - 17:00 Location: West Hall, Olympia Exhibition Centre, Hammersmith Road, London, W14 8UX www.independenthotelshow.co.uk Twitter: @indhotelshow
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GET SET TO CELEBRATE 25 YEARS OF NEC FURNITURE SHOWS Organisers of the all-new January Furniture Show are getting ready to celebrate 25 years of furniture shows at the NEC with a ‘Silver Jubilee’ party. 2015 marks the 25th consecutive year that a trade furniture show has been held at the NEC, Birmingham, making the event one of the most established in the industry. To mark the occasion, Laraine Janes and Theresa Raymond, directors of The January Furniture Show Ltd, who are organising the event for the first time, are hosting a Silver Jubilee drinks party at the show. They said: “We’re delighted with the level of support for the show - 99% of the space is now sold.”
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Support for the show comes from right across the furnishings industry, prompting organisers to expand the space available into a fifth hall – The Pavilion. A highlight of The Pavilion will be a specially themed café area by a top British designer.
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Said Theresa Raymond: “We have a strong team that is working hard to make this show a success and to meet exhibitors’ and visitors’ requirements. The show brings buyers and exhibitors together at the perfect time for planning and ordering for the year – and 25 years of success at the NEC is evidence that this is the venue and timing the trade want for their main show. The brainchild of industry exhibition stalwarts Stephen Richards and Phil Soar, the first NEC show in 1990 created a unique platform for the furnishings sector at a location that ensured it was a truly national event. Since then the show has been organised by a number
of companies under a number of names – but has always been held at the Birmingham NEC in January. It is set to remain the biggest furniture event in the UK next year. Exhibitors include: In Hall 1 - Duresta, Parker Knoll, G-Plan Upholstery, Collins & Hayes, Alstons, Mark Webster, Wood Bros, Ercol, Willis & Gambier, Baker Furniture, Tetrad, Westbridge, Gascoigne Designs, David Gundry and Winsor. In Hall 2 - Morris Group, Buoyant Upholstery, Sherborne Upholstery, Celebrity Recliners, Seconique, Skovby, Serene Furnishings, Greenapple Designs, Breasley, Kingstown, Lifestyle Europe, Furmanac, Furnico and Lebus Upholstery. In Hall 3 - Sweet Dreams, Vogue Beds, Julian Bowen, Steens, Rauch, Steven Shell, World Furniture, Harrison Bros, Welcome Furniture, Wieman, TCS, Kettle Interiors, Premier Housewares, Gallery Direct and Culinary Concepts. In Hall 3A - Global Home, PD Global, Blue Bone, The Libra Co, Nolte Mobel, Pacific Lifestyle, Mindy Brownes, Heartlands, Ecofurniture, Art Marketing, Wilde Java, Ancient Mariner, The Art Group and Artko The Pavilion – Uber Living, Wintech, Makasi Imports, SEN Furniture, Flair Rugs and Zolano.
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Brands such as Hampton by Hilton, Hilton Doubletree and Hotel Indigo, Newcastle, have utilised the St Helensbased company to create luxurious interiors for its new
thrilled to have had the opportunity to work on such prestigious developments as Hampton by Hilton and
In the case of Hampton by Hilton, Ena Shaw Contract was chosen to transform a former police station into a quality manufacturer of made to measure curtains, blinds and soft
Stuart Taylor, contract director at Ena Shaw Contract, said: “The Hampton by Hilton brand is growing rapidly thanks
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Ena Shaw Contract is the contract-only arm of soft Now, the company is busy with a raft of other hotel projects and most recently completed work on the Titanic Hotel in
design that the look and feel of soft furnishings are just Shaw Contract team are experts in working with brands
standing history of providing top quality, bespoke soft furnishings in the hospitality sector, with recent projects including curtains, blinds and soft furnishings for international hotel chains, luxury castles in Scotland, marina developments in Cumbria and independent, family-
For further information, please visit www.enashawcontract.co.uk
Ena Shaw Contract has a great deal of experience in contract soft furnishings for the hospitality sector, across a wide variety of hotel and leisure projects. Our recent projects include curtains, blinds and soft furnishings for international hotel chains, luxury castles in Scotland, marina developments in Cumbria and independent family run businesses.
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Luxury Fabric Specialist, Kobe, Mixes A Palette Of Warm Rustic Tones And Ethnic Prints To Create Its Latest Collection – Nomad. The range takes inspiration from across the globe to create a dynamic 15 piece collection, featuring an assortment of rich tones and tribal patterned designs which can be mixed and matched to create an interiors scheme suitable for window decoration, upholstery and contract wallcoverings. Said David Harris, managing director of Kobe UK: “The Nomad collection has been inspired by global trends range of fabrics. “The eclectic collection uses a blend of materials from tough leather, velvet and suede to softer silks and linens, combining various embroidered and ikat patterns to give an authentic, well-travelled feel.” Kobe UK, is part of the Dutch-based Kobefab International company which supplies more than 8,000 Interior Design & Soft Furnishing customers in over 60 countries with more than 7,000 products from its headquarters in Valkenswaard , Holland. More than 90% of its products are developed in-house and 95% of all sourcing is done in Europe. Kobe’s Contract Sales hold a gold membership with Trevira CS and has a wide range of 100% Trevira CS fabrics – which highest quality in FR inherent fabrics. Kobe’s vinyl wall coverings are also FR inherent, durable and demand minimal maintenance. They contain recycled materials and are printed using water based inks making them environmentally sound. Kobe wallcoverings can also contribute to a building achieving LEED credits.
The UK operation is based in Crowthorne, Berkshire. Kobe will be introducing its Aurora Collection at: Independent Hotel Show, 21-22nd October, Olympia. London. Stand IH26 Sleep 2014, Hotel Show, 26-27th November, Business Design Centre, London. Stand M32 For further information visit: www.en.kobe.eu/
Trevillion Interiors LtdÂ
has worked within the design industry for over 40 years to become a leading design practice within their field. Supplying architectural interior design solutions for both new build and refurbishment projects, they provide a creative and synchronised design package including feasibility, conceptual design & development, project management and procurement, tailored to specific client needs.
Whether dealing with an individual client or large consortium, Trevillion Interiors will always develop concepts that satisfy commercial, aesthetic and detailed requirements of the specific project. We are proud of the fact that whatever the budget the attention to detail and execution is the same, while equally aware each client requires a different approach and we tailor our service accordingly.
Innovative, Imaginative & Inspiring Design Our design proposals are very much influenced by the brief and we take great care in establishing clear directives with our client. Pushing design boundaries is something many clients need assurances and support with and this we can provide by trusting in our extensive knowledge of the hospitality industry.
Understanding The Clients Vision And Its Realization, On Time And On Budget
Organizing Quality Engineering From Sourcing To Installation. We have an extensive and well-informed FF&E team who constantly research the industry ensuring the latest trends; technologies and materials are available to our projects. Always ensuring durability, suitability and availability is never compromised.
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Our complete understanding of the hospitality industry ensures that we approach the execution of a project with the foresight and professionalism a commercial operation demands. Planning and relentless supervision ensures the deliverance of a project always maintaining the design integrity and never loosing sight of the budget or program.
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The new urban style quartz worksurface from COMPAC COMPAC, inspired by America’s New York loft culture, have been able to create a fusion between architecture, design and functionality to offer the New York Collection. A totally new quartz worksurface that has its own unique urban style combined with a minimalistic open approach to modern living.
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Silky, soft and sensuous to the touch, the New York Collection will excite and stimulate the senses and offers the discerning client an opportunity to create a contemporary kitchen that reflects the style and thrill of loft living in the ‘Big Apple’.
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The New York Collection features three urban concept colours – White Zement, Ice Zement and Grey Zement. Each colour has an innovative perfect glacé matt finish, unique to COMPAC, which highlights the colour, depth and definition of grain and offers less reflection than other quartz worksurfaces. It’s easy to clean and maintain too. The New York Collection from COMPAC –the beginning of a great story. web: www.compac.es email: customerserviceuk@compac.es
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Interior Film From David Clouting For The Perfect Room Surface
For a novel way to revitalise hotel reception areas, corridors, bedrooms, meeting rooms, bars or restaurants, Interior Film from David Clouting Ltd is the perfect solution. Interior Film is a CE Certificated self-adhesive, decorative film designed for the hotel and leisure sectors where speed of redecoration is often critical. Interior Film can be applied to almost any room surface including: wood, metal, plaster board, plastics and melamine. This enables feature walls, doors, furniture, skirting and architrave to be attractively and quickly transformed with minimum disruption and at low cost. Offering excellent flexibility and adhesion, Interior Film provides the perfect finish, even to curved or complex shapes. Fire rated, easy to clean and maintain Interior Film is hardwearing and remains stable if exposed to heat, humidity or low temperatures. Air free technology enables Interior Film to be easily applied to give a superb bubble free surface. Available in a range of designs and finishes including: Exotic woods, Leather effect, textured metals and Natural stone, Interior Film is part of a range of innovative interior surface products exclusively offered by David Clouting Ltd Tel: 01376 518037 Email: marketing@davidclouting.co.uk www.davidclouting.co.uk
Lighting & Electrical With energy bills rising and the dark nights creeping in, hotels are increasingly under pressure to keep costs down and keep the lights on. Responsible for 21% of a buildings energy bill, lighting is a large part of hotels expenses. Switching to LED Lighting can help you save money and eradicate any need for maintenance with a lifespan of up to 50,000 hours. A Grade I-listed Elizabethan hotel in Suffolk has recently made with switch to LEDs, and seen its electricity use fall by a third.
cut costs and consumption. With the entire hotel in line for a lighting update – including 32 guest rooms, communal areas, corridors, conference facilities and dining rooms – sourcing high-performance, cost-saving lamps without compromising on light quality or aesthetics was a top priority. LED Hut Trade’s extensive Lumilife range ticked all the boxes, allowing Hintlesham Hall’s director Ray Payne to give the hotel a the desired look and feel throughout. Ray explains: “When it came to updating the lighting at Hintlesham Hall, we knew we wanted to move over to cost- and energy-saving LEDs. We opted for LED Hut Trade because of its vast product range – from dimmable spotlights for the bedrooms to candle-shaped lamps for the chandeliers in the dining rooms. The expert sales team helped us choose between warm white and cool white light depending on the ambience we wanted to achieve in each space, which is always an important consideration for a hotel. “Our on-site maintenance team found the vast majority of the lamps simply to be direct replacements that work few that weren’t, we were able to make the necessary was a smart, long-term investment, which more than investment will pay for itself in just one year, with LED Hut Trade provides the ultimate online LED lighting resource, specialising solely in LEDs and selling exclusively to the trade. It offers an unparalleled product portfolio of marketleading LED lighting solutions to suit any application – backed with competitive pricing, strong product guarantees and nextday delivery. For more information, or to register for a trade account, please visit trade.ledhut.co.uk
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Turning The Tables On Bag Thieves HOTELS, restaurants, pubs, bars and cafes across the UK are offering their customers an ingenious solution to the problem of bag theft. Venues such as The London Bridge Hotel and Sheraton Park Tower Hotel as well as chains such as Park Plaza and Intercontinental are using the Chelsea Clip (www.chelseaclip.co.uk) which can be fitted inconspicuously under tables to guard against bag snatchers. A popular bar in Manchester city centre has had no reported bag theft since customers started using the Clip. The Manchester Bierkellar, a theme bar boasting a wide range of German beers, has had a number of Chelsea Clips fitted in its dining area, which can seat more than 200 customers. The busy venue, which features 4 bar areas, regularly attracts more than 1,500 people on a Saturday night. Bags left unattended on the back of chairs or on the floor are prime targets for bag thieves but the Clip offers customers peace of mind as they relax with a drink or eat a meal with friends. The Chelsea Clip is a unique deterrent, which has a proven track record of preventing opportunist bag theft from public places. Produced by security company Selectamark, it is an injection-moulded nylon hook from which a bag, rucksack or camera case can be suspended by its own strap.
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Two hands are needed to remove an item from the Clip, making ‘handbag snatching’ virtually impossible. It can be easily fitted to tables, walls, bars, behind lavatory doors - in fact, anywhere a customer may need to secure their belongings.
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Luxury department store Harrods recently placed a large order for the Chelsea Clip to deter handbag theft and is using them under tables in their dining and bar areas. The Clips are also being used to protect businesses in Fitrovia, London. The area includes an eclectic mix of hotels, pubs and restaurants including the Charlotte Street Hotel and Japanese restaurant Roka.
Suitable posters and other display material such as window and menu stickers should always be used in conjunction with The Chelsea Clip as a deterrent to thieves and as a reminder to both customers and staff that the clips are there to be used. The labels, which carry the wording ‘Secure your bag here’ can be placed around the neck of a wine bottle to advertise the clips. One London council had the labels printed in different languages so that tourists and visitors to cafes and restaurants could be alerted to the risk of bag theft but protected from it at the same time. For further press information and images contact: Angela Singleton, Press Officer for Selectamark. Mobile: 07905 623 819. Email: angela.singleton@selectamark.co.uk
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The Concerto GS can be specified with up to 6 stops and to a lifting height of up to 12 metres. Supplied and installed within it’s own self supporting structure.
The Melody 3 wheelchair platform lift can be installed inside or outside of a building to provide safe and easy access for wheelchair users. The Melody 3 offers a practical solution where ramping is not feasible.
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Wood is still the number one choice when it comes to flooring in the hospitality sector. Creating elegant and luxury interiors that are welcoming and feels like a home is at the forefront of designers’ minds, and fashion-led, flexible solutions play a key role in their work. Gone are the days when wood floor meant natural beech or oak – today’s choice is truly exciting with an array of textures, finishes and colours on offer. In the last couple of years, Junckers has developed and brought to market several design led floors – brushed, textured finishes highlighted with colour to enhance the natural variations and grain patterns of the timber; adding pearlised finishes to extra wide oak boards; creating a floor with a rustic, weathered look which echoes the patina of an aged floor to suit the increasingly popular industrial look and bringing out a parquet floor, the flooring trend of the moment, made from wide board planks that are pre-finished – all made in solid hardwood, remaining true to the standard of high quality product Junckers is known for.
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The choice of floor in an interior scheme can set the tone for the entire concept and increasingly, the floor is no longer considered as a ‘background’ in a scheme but is often the starting point of a design. Says Steve Maltby, Managing Director of Junckers Ltd: “We’ve definitely seen an increase in the demand for stronger, bolder looks in wooden floors. One trend that seems here to stay is parquet floors, which offers a beautifully crafted style in stunning patterns. In response to our continuous dialogue with designers and architects, we have now developed Whalebone Staves, a parquet floor which is delivered pre-finished, which means there is no need for on-site sanding and finishing – as soon as the floor has been installed, it is ready to walk on.”
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Junckers’ new Whalebone Staves is a contemporary take on the classic parquet floor with a perfect, factory applied finish in UltraMatt lacquer. The extra-long, wide board staves measure 700x140mm and are available in solid, natural Oak or Black Oak. As well as a herringbone pattern, Whalebone Staves can be laid in square basket or ladder patterns. All Junckers floors are FSC and PEFC certified.
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Grosvenor Wilton Combines Retro Designs And Contemporary Colour In First Retail Carpet Collection It has been a very interesting time for Grosvenor Wilton. Last year they were commissioned to produce the carpets for the sets of ITV series Downton Abbey and in May 2014 Kidderminster-based carpet manufacturer Grosvenor Wilton, one of the UK’s finest and oldest carpet manufacturers, launched its first retail range. The British-made Diversity Collection is based on classic retro designs and modern colours. It will retail from £79 per linear metre and will be sold through several channels including http://www. diversitycollection.co.uk and via social media. Grosvenor Wilton’s new Diversity Collection transfers the company’s expertise in specialist restoration, historic and interiordesigner markets to retail carpeting. The 12 launch designs are united by the idea of ‘a fusion of heritage and fresh new design’. The new collection is inspired by the company’s huge archive of classic 1950s and 1960s carpet designs – with the addition of contemporary colours. Benjamin Grosvenor started carpet making in 1790. Since then, the business that has evolved into Grosvenor Wilton has specialised in the most discerning requirements for design and durability. Grosvenor Wilton is traditionally associated with highend bespoke carpet for residential and historic houses, film sets and museums. The Worcestershire company’s portfolio includes many high profile commissions: carpeting for Buckingham Palace’s throne room; the set of ITV’s Downton Abbey; and Stephen Spielberg’s blockbuster, Lincoln. Now, for the first time, the quality and design flair that royalty and Hollywood stars walk on is available as a retail product.
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As well as demonstrating over 200 years of carpet making expertise, the new collection is exceptionally versatile. Applications include wall-to-wall fitting, runners or being made up into edged rugs. Recommended retail prices are from £79 per linear metre. The new range will be available through http://www. diversitycollection.co.uk
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Announcing the launch, Grosvenor Wilton’s managing director, Malcolm Foley, said: “Our new Diversity Collection unlocks the huge potential of the luxury retail carpet market. With over 200 years’ expertise distilled into the new range, discerning homeowners can combine unique style with the quality and pedigree that delights the most demanding carpet buyers. Seeing and feeling is the key to understanding our fusion of heritage and fresh new design. Were he still around, I’m sure Benjamin Grosvenor would be amazed by our novel approach to carpet retailing using technology and media such as the diversity collection website.” For more information, please call Tori on 01242 220233 or visit http://www.diversitycollection.co.uk
Contemporary carpet designs inspired by the archives.
Specialist Coffee Machines From Jura Introducing the Giga Professional range for high performance and innovative design
JURA, a significant innovator in luxury Swiss made bean-to-cup technology, offers the ideal coffee solution for busy barista bars, restaurants, bistros and other catering spaces in the form of its Giga Professional range of specialist coffee machines. With high performance alongside sleek elegant looks, the machines will make a real impact to any establishment looking to deliver high quality coffee. The GIGA X3/X3c Professional delivers state-of-the-art technology for the perfect coffee wherever top-class performance is called for. The automatic machines provide everything staff need in a large office or staff room, with up to 30 programmable speciality coffees available and intuitive operation and minimal maintenance.
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With the GIGA X8 Professional, speed is of the essence. The high performance machine comes with a unique speed function, allowing it to prepare superb coffee within just a few seconds. The Giga X8 can also impressively prepare a range of 29 speciality coffees at the touch of a button and the added
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design of ceramic grinders ensures even grinding of the coffee beans for optimum aroma every time. The GIGA X9 Professional is the coffee machine ideal for use in all catering spaces. With a sizeable water tank and large coffee grounds container to allow for flexible and mobile use, the machine also incorporates the power of three thermoblocks and three pumps. The top model of this machine is capable of preparing speciality coffee, from ristretto to latte macchiato, as well as being able to produce two coffees at the same time with just the touch of a button. All Jura machines feature an Aroma Boost function, providing a natural, refreshing energy boost when you need it, as well as a Zero-Energy Switch which allows the machine to use up to 40% less energy, ensuring the JURA coffee experience is more eco-friendly.
The New GIGA X3c Top of the class with integrated Combicool and permanent water connection
The new GIGA X3c Professional delivers up to 31 speciality coffees and another 12 barista recipes at the touch of a button. Simple operation, with minimum effort to refill thanks to the large 1 kg capacity bean container and aroma preservation cover. Other features include a drip drain set and optional coffee grounds disposal function, integrated rinsing and cleaning started at the touch of a button, direct permanent water connection and Combicool fridge with integral cup warmer. For more details on the GIGA collection and our range of professional machines contact: JURA Products Ltd, Vivary Mill, Vivary Way, Colne, Lancashire, BB8 9NW. Tel: 01282 868266 Fax: 01282 863411 sales@uk.jura.com www.jurauk.com
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Lowers Temperature at Gala Dinner As more than 150 guests arrived for the Senior Open Golf Championship Gala Dinner in the banqueting marquee in the grounds of Hensol Castle they were assured of some of the finest food in Wales, set in a stunning historical setting, in an atmosphere where the ambient temperature was precisely controlled by equipment supplied by Andrews Chillers. The organisers and main sponsor wanted to ensure that the Gala Dinner on the eve of the main event would be a joyous and wonderful occasion and act as a perfect backdrop to the tournament that lay ahead. Whilst guests enjoyed this first class dining experience, operating quietly in the background was an Andrews Chillers 50kW fluid chiller heat pump connected to four 15kW fan coil units to keep guests cool. Andrews Chillers Hire, part of the Andrews Sykes Group, is one of the leading chiller equipment hire organisations, supplying to an extremely diverse customer base from industrial manufacture, office blocks, hospitals, shopping malls, function rooms and festival venues. The call for temporary hire can be to supplement existing systems, as a replacement whilst repairs are undertaken or as a dedicated standalone system such as at supplied for this year’s Senior Open Golf Championship gala dinner.
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The marquee at Hensol Castle which measures 21m x 12m was to accommodate around 150 invited VIP guests and players.. With so many people in a relatively confined space, plus hot food and unexpected higher than normal summer temperatures they could all contribute to creating a very uncomfortable hot and humid environment. To prevent this occurring at one of the most prestigious events in Wales this year, event organisers insisted that the marquee was equipped with first-class temporary chiller hire solution to control air-temperature; this proved a wise decision as temperatures on the day soared above 30oC.
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In the build up to hosting the main event engineers from specialist equipment Hire Company Andrews Chillers appraised the venue’s requirements and drew up a system configuration that could be installed quickly, would operate quietly and automatically adjust to changes in air temperature. One of the key requirements was that the overall system including pipework had to be unobtrusive and not distract from the luxury of the internal dressing of the marquee. Six days before the gala dinner Andrews Chillers delivered and installed an integrated cooling/heating system comprising a robust and extremely reliable 50kW heat pump and four 15kW fan units. The heat pump was positioned outside the marquee with pipe runs to each individual air unit sited virtually in each corner of the marquee. During installation the whole system was filled with fluid to create
a self-contained sealed pressurised installation. The Andrews 50kW heat pump circulates chilled water to each of the four fan coil units which are able to deliver air flow into the marquee as rates of up to 1200m3/h. Warm air from the hospitality marquee is drawn into the lower portion of the air handling units, circulates over the ‘cold’ coils resulting in a drop in temperature, the cooler air is then gently blown back into room from the top vents. Since temperature change will depend on air flow, air temperature and humidity the Andrews Chiller solutions had to adjust automatically to variants. As the warm air passes over the cold coils the water temperature rises, this returns to the chiller as part of the closed loop to be chilled and is then re-circulated to the air handling units. This totally closed loop chiller system supplied for the gala dinner at the Senior Open Golf Championship is typically of the equipment configurations that Andrews Specialist Hire supplies where temporary standalone heating/cooling is required. And with a network of more than 22 depots, one of the most comprehensive ranges of hire equipment and local engineers on hand to provide expert advice and guidance chiller solutions can be quickly in place.
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It’s All About Bath - Iconic Royal Crescent Hotel October 2014 - Under new ownership and following a multi-million pound renovation this year, The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa is gaining gravitas as one of the UK’s must-visit hotels. Thanks to a meticulous restoration project, the remarkable building has been returned to its former glory and is heralded as a ‘British icon reborn’. For those seeking a midweek break, luxurious spa weekend or foodie getaway to Bath (voted the UK’s 3rd Best City in October’s Condé Nast Traveller Reader’s Awards), the ‘new look’ Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa has introduced a range of new packages and experiences for the winter season.
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With a staggering location on the world famous Royal Crescent in Bath, this quintessential English heritage hotel has been luxuriously reconsidered for the 21st Century. Listed within the Best UK Holiday Hotels and the Best UK Hotel Spas categories in October’s Condé Nast Traveller Reader’s Awards, it’s already proving a hit. The refurbishment and restoration programme was a labour of love, with every effort made to restore this
beautiful example of Georgian heritage sympathetically. Somerset-based designer Jane Clayton Interiors worked with Brian Cohen, project manager on behalf of Topland Group , to carry out work on this prestigious project. History lovers will be thrilled not only by the hotel’s Georgian architecture, but by historical references throughout. The 45 rooms and suites were individually re-designed, plasterwork ceilings restored, and period features protected. Every room has been artfully curated to give it a distinctive character, with classic antique pieces such as four-poster beds or roll top baths. All of the suites have been named after famous Bath residents, including Lord Nelson, Gainsborough, Brinsley Sheridan, Eliza Lucas and Elizabeth Linley. Encouraging guests to experience these rooms and suites in style, the hotel has launched a series of new packages. Those looking for the ultimate Bath experience can take advantage of the new midweek Suite Indulgence offer that starts from £699 includes suite accommodation, breakfast, three course dinner in The Dower House Restaurant and one half hour spa treatment per person in The Spa .
& Spa Launches New Look and New Packages The Spa has been given a new lease of life by specialist company Spa Creators. Interior design embraces ancient and modern spa culture simultaneously - Georgian stone is met by natural woods, bamboo pebble and slate. In line with the re-launch, the spa has introduced a series of new residential packages, day retreats and offers. Examples include the One Night Spa Break which includes accommodation, two-course lunch, a one-hour spa treatment per person and costs from £400 per room per night based on two people sharing. The new Fabulous Four package offers a group of four the chance to enjoy the spa, sauna and steam room and get pampered with a facial or massage and mini manicure or pedicure. This costs from £299 for a group of four and includes lunch or afternoon tea at The Dower House Restaurant. A Foodie Haven Overlooking the leafy and secluded gardens of The Royal Crescent the AA 3 Rosette award-winning Dower House
Restaurant offers fine dining in elegant surroundings. Head Chef David Campbell and his team create modern takes on classic dishes. These are paired with wines from a comprehensive cellar, expertly managed by Sommelier Jean Marc Leitao. With soft gold and blue fabrics, and feature walls of handstitched silk wallpaper, the elegant interior design creates a distinguished atmosphere. In the summer months, the terrace and manicured lawns are an idyllic setting for al fresco dining. Evenings see guests and locals enjoy Chef David Campbell’s carefully crafted seasonal fine dining menu whilst the Afternoon Tea Menu starts from £25 and includes irresistible Bath buns. The Dower House now has a lunch menu offering three courses for £27. For more information visit www.royalcrescent.co.uk and for reservations call +44 (0) 1225 823333. Visit the Facebook page Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa, follow on Twitter @royalcrescent.
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The Dolder Grand: luxury-class City Resort The Dolder Grand is the perfect environment for people who are looking for pleasure, exclusivity and relaxation: The original “Curhaus” dating from 1899 presents itself anew as the luxury- class City Resort. The hotel's elevated location, between the pulsating life of the city and a refreshingly natural green zone. Since its reopening, more than 100 illustrious artworks have graced the Zurich luxury hotel. It is probably the most sensational renovation projects ever undertaken in the Swiss hotel industry. After four years of conversion and renovation work, the city of Zurich welcomed the return of one of its landmarks in April 2008. Since this time the luxury hotel has written new chapters of history. The renowned British Wallpaper magazine, for example, awarded the Dolder Grand the title of “Best New or Renovated Hotel”, while the American website ForbesTraveler.com included the luxury hotel in its list of the “World’s 50 Best New Hotels”, and Condé Nast Traveler added it to its “Hot List 2009”, the list of the world’s best new hotels. In Swiss hotel ratings, the Dolder Grand ranks number one among the country’s city hotels.
Combination of the traditional and the modern
Renowned London architects Foster and Partners combined the historic Main Building of the Dolder Grand, some of which is listed, with modern architectural accoutrements. All annexes constructed after 1899 were demolished, and two modern wings – the Spa Wing and the Golf Wing – now enclose the Main Building. The Hotel makes use of geothermal energy for efficient energy consumption, with 70 probes having been sunk 150 metres into the ground. Guests value the Hotel’s elevated location between pulsating city and invigorating nature, and the magnificent view of the city of Zurich, the lake and the Alps. Over the last few years, Heiko Nieder’s surprising gourmet cuisine has caused a real sensation, and The Restaurant has been awarded 18 GaultMillau points and 2 Michelin stars. The exclusive spa area encompassing 4,000 square metres has also received a number of awards. Salvador Dalí, Henry Moore, Camille Pissarro – since the reopening, more than 100 illustrious artworks have graced the rooms of the luxury hotel in Zurich. The most striking piece is arguably Andy Warhol’s Big Retrospective Painting, spanning 11 metres, which holds pride of place above the reception.
Hillary Clinton, Leonardo DiCaprio and a Hollywood film
Since its reopening, the Dolder Grand has re-established its role as a meeting place for personalities from the worlds of politics, business and culture. Business events and spectacular balls help to invigorate the tradition-steeped establishment. Numerous VIPs have signed their names in the guest book over the last five years. Hillary Clinton mediated between Turkey and Armenia. When the hosts of the Football World Cup were announced, both winners stayed at the Dolder Grand: the delegation accompanying the Emir of Qatar and the Russian delegation, which was joined briefly by President Putin for a media conference. The December days of 2010 were in any case influenced by the presence of important personalities, with Bill Clinton, Prince William and David Cameron all attending meetings at the luxury hotel. Leonardo DiCaprio felt so comfortable during his stay that he took his time to stroll through the hotel corridors, explore the lobby and use the Spa just like every other guest. The Dolder Grand was even used as a prominent setting for a Hollywood film, namely David Fincher’s “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo”. Since as far back as 1899, the history of the Dolder Grand has been populated by a stream of VIPs including Henry Kissinger, Winston Churchill, Nelson Mandela, Albert Einstein, Liz Taylor and Luciano Pavarotti. With its 176 luxurious rooms and suites, exquisite cuisine, a spa encompassing 4,000 square metres, generous banqueting and seminar facilities and a remarkable art collection, the Dolder Grand is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World, Swiss Deluxe Hotels and Design Hotels. The Hotel’s elevated location between pulsating city and invigorating nature provides a magnificent view of the city of Zurich, the lake and the Alps. From 2004 to 2008, the City Resort was fully renovated and converted by the London architects Foster and Partners.
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Biomass heats up Independent Hotel Show Natural energy company, Euroheat is set to exhibit its range of biomass boilers and energy cabins at the Independent Hotel Show 2014, taking place at Olympia West Hall, London – 21st22nd October. Located on stand 237, Euroheat’s team of experts will be on-hand to explain the vast potential for biomass in the hotel industry; a
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the UK given that many enjoy secluded, offgas rural locations, offering the space and outbuildings required to house the necessary boiler plant,” explained Euroheat co-founder, Simon Holden. “Wood-fuelled boilers present suitable heat source for a range of applications; from large country homes to swimming pools and other wellness facilities. For those looking to optimise space, Euroheat Energy Cabins offer a quick and simple install, taking up little more than a car parking space, providing a ready-made plant room and fuel
store.” Visitors to stand 237 can also learn more about has helped make biomass the most popular renewable technology in the commercial, industrial and public sectors. Wood heating recently celebrated a huge milestone having hit the 1 gigawatt mark, with some 5,000 accredited wood heating installation ranging from farms, factories and hotels. The RHI has already been open for three years so Euroheat’s message is to take advantage while there’s still money in the pot – visit their stand to see what our range of automatic wood chip and wood pellet boilers could do for your business! www.independenthotelshow.co.uk for full details and visitor registration.
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