Andra Botan Interior Design

Some hotels impress you before you even reach the room.

The lobby is the first chapter of the experience — the place where architecture, interior design, art and hospitality come together to define the identity of a hotel.

From the spectacular floral installations of Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris to the contemporary Italian elegance of Bulgari Hotel Milano, each of these interiors offers a distinctive interpretation of luxury.

Featured in this carousel:

Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris
Hôtel de Crillon, Paris
Claridge’s, London
Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona
Aman Venice
Bulgari Hotel Milano

Which one is your favourite?

Save this post for your next European escape. ✨

6 Hospitality Design Styles Defining Luxury Today

Luxury hospitality is no longer defined by a single aesthetic.

The most memorable hotels are those that create a strong sense of place through design—translating culture, craftsmanship, heritage, and contemporary lifestyles into experiences that feel authentic and unforgettable.

In this curated selection, I explore six distinct hospitality design approaches, each represented by a hotel that has transformed design into storytelling:

• Scandinavian Modern — Ett Hem, Stockholm
• Mediterranean — Masseria Torre Maizza, Puglia
• Contemporary Italian — Bvlgari Hotel Roma
• Alpine Contemporary — EIGHT Cortina, Cortina d’Ampezzo
• Eclectic Maximalism — Le Grand Mazarin, Paris

What connects them is not a common style, but a common philosophy: design that tells a story.

From warm minimalism and timeless elegance to bold colours, layered textures, and immersive atmospheres, these hotels demonstrate how thoughtful design shapes emotions, memories, and a lasting sense of belonging.

Which hospitality design style resonates most with you?

One of the most significant shifts in hospitality today isn’t technological.

It’s human.

For years, hotels focused on delivering exceptional service and extraordinary aesthetics. While both remain essential, a new priority is emerging: wellbeing by design.

From circadian lighting systems and biophilic principles to acoustic comfort and healthier indoor environments, hospitality spaces are increasingly recognizing the profound impact that design has on how we think, sleep, connect and recover.

Perhaps this is what true luxury means today:

not escaping life,

but returning to it feeling better than when you arrived.

Because the future of hospitality isn’t about creating places people visit.

It’s about creating places that help people feel better.

BRASS, NEW YORK 🇺🇸

Some restaurants are designed to serve food. Others are designed to tell stories.

Hidden inside The Evelyn Hotel in NoMad, Brass is a contemporary interpretation of New York’s golden age of dining. Inspired by the glamour of the Jazz Age and the timeless elegance of French brasseries, the space blends nostalgia with a distinctly modern point of view.

Designed by Islyn Studio, Brass feels cinematic from the moment you enter. Rich burgundy tones, dark wood paneling, warm brass accents, lush greenery, and intimate lighting create a layered atmosphere that is both sophisticated and inviting.

What I find particularly compelling is how the design balances drama and comfort. Every corner feels intentional, every material contributes to the narrative, and every detail enhances the guest experience.

More than a restaurant, Brass is a lesson in hospitality design—showing how storytelling, atmosphere, and emotion can transform a meal into a memorable experience.

📍 Brass at The Evelyn Hotel
📍 NoMad, New York City

MOST AWAITED HOTEL OPENINGS IN EUROPE 2026 ✨

Some hotels open their doors.

Others open a new chapter in hospitality design.

From the timeless elegance of Venice and Rome to the contemporary energy of Lisbon, the Mediterranean serenity of Mallorca and the wellness-driven vision of Milan, these are the hotel openings that designers, architects and luxury travelers are watching closely in 2026.

What makes them special isn’t just the destination.

It’s the way each project interprets its local culture through architecture, craftsmanship, materials and guest experience.

🇮🇹 Airelles Palladio, Venice
🇮🇹 Corinthia Rome
🇵🇹 Andaz Lisbon
🇪🇸 Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra, Mallorca
🇮🇹 Six Senses Milan

As hospitality continues to evolve, the most memorable hotels are no longer defined only by luxury, but by their ability to create a genuine sense of place.

Which opening would you visit first?

🇮🇹 Venice
🇮🇹 Rome
🇵🇹 Lisbon
🇪🇸 Mallorca
🇮🇹 Milan

Hospitality design is evolving beyond aesthetics.

The most relevant hotel concepts of 2026 are no longer defined by style alone, but by the experiences they create.

From wellness integrated throughout the guest journey, to hotels becoming social hubs, destination dining, biophilic environments, restorative spaces and local culture translated into design — hospitality is becoming more intentional, more emotional and more human.

The future belongs to places that create meaning, not just beautiful spaces.

Which hospitality trend do you believe will have the biggest impact?