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Top Trends in Hospitality Design: Insights from BDNY 2023 by Kristine Braunecker

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Boutique Design Magazine’s annual BDNY show, held at the Jacob K. Javits Center in the heart of New York City, consistently showcases the latest and most innovative trends in hospitality and lifestyle design.


This year's event was particularly captivating, offering a wealth of inspiration for designers who strive to create extraordinary hotel spaces. So, let's dive into some of the standout trends that had everyone talking at BDNY 2023.

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ELEVATING BIOPHILIC DESIGN

One trend that stood out was the seamless integration of biophilic design elements into hospitality spaces. The exhibits brimmed with natural materials, organic installations, and biophilic walls. It was inspiring to witness how these elements could create unique and tranquil environments, intimately connecting guests with nature to promote well-being and relaxation.


SUSTAINABILITY TAKES CENTER STAGE

Sustainability remained a driving force, and BDNY 2023 reaffirmed its significance. The event emphasized the importance of eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient lighting, and responsible sourcing. Witnessing the inventive ways sustainability can be interwoven into design to not only benefit the environment but also enhance the guest experience.

“One trend that stood out was the seamless inte ration of biophilic design elements into hospitality spaces. The exhibits brimmed with natural materials, organic installations, and biophilic walls.”

 

KRISTINE BRAUNECKER, DIRECTOR A&D MARKETING, KIMBALL INTERNATIONAL

LOCAL AND CULTURAL IMMERSION

Modern travelers yearn for unique and authentic experiences, and BDNY 2023 delivered with designs inspired to embrace local and cultural elements. The incorporation of regional aesthetics and artwork into spaces was particularly noteworthy. This trend immerses guests in the destination, ensuring a memorable and authentic stay.

 

PRIORITIZING WELLNESS-CENTRIC DESIGN

Wellness continues to be a top priority for travelers. BDNY underscored the significance of spaces that promote relaxation and rejuvenation. From spa-like bathrooms to wellness-focused amenities, it was clear that A&D professionals were eager to explore designs that catered to guests' physical and mental well-being.

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BDNY'S SIGNATURE DESIGNED SPACES 

BDNY unveiled four signature Designed Spaces, inviting attendees to immerse themselves in the latest hospitality interiors within sophisticated lounges and cafés across the exhibit floor. These spaces, curated by top hospitality design teams, seamlessly blended products from multiple exhibitors and sponsors, creating captivating environments.


One remarkable collaboration saw Hyatt and Host Hotels joining forces with Otherworld Creative and Within Light Studio to conjure a sunset-inspired bar-at-the-beach concept, “Imaginative Travel by Andaz”. Ethereal lighting and earthy textures transformed the expansive Javits Center into an experiential escape. Another standout, the Rockwell Group's “ChromaClub”, evoked a luxurious supper club with a vibrant geometric frame, iridescent fabric panels, and a sense of theater. KTGY Simeone Deary Design Group’s "Down the Rabbit Hole" transported attendees to Wonderland, celebrating the Year of the Rabbit with a whimsical blend of a bunny hutch, secret garden, and tea party. Finally, 1 Hotels' "Designed by Nature" integrated natural elements seamlessly, creating a serene oasis with sustainably sourced materials, attesting to their commitment to sustainability and design harmony with nature.


BDNY 2023 was an electrifying affirmation that hospitality design thrives on dynamism and constant evolution. As we harness the insights and innovations unveiled at this year's show, we can unlock the incredible potential to create hospitality experiences that not only captivate guests but also etch unforgettable memories.

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