Top Design Trends For Luxury Hotels In 2023 And Beyond
Trends can be as unpredictable as nature can be.
With tourism back on the rise after a slow couple of years, the services, facilities, and aesthetics that hotels offer have all become equally influential when it comes to attracting new customers and getting repeat reservations.
Aside from that, as the world has reopened for travel, travel patterns have also evolved. In this new market, digital nomads, “bleisure” travelers, and wellness enthusiasts are leading the way.
However, even though a new generation of travelers has emerged, their tastes are actually very similar. As travel and leisure continue to intertwine with office hours, these groups share a growing interest in multifunctional spaces, wellness centers, and green areas while embracing local culture at the same time.
Here are 7 luxury hotel design trends we expect to keep reigning in 2023 and beyond.
7 Luxury Hotel Design Trends For 2023 And Beyond
Combining work and travel
The way we work has changed a lot since 2020. With more and more remote workers embracing WFA (work from anywhere) and adopting the digital nomad lifestyle, hotel designers are creating flexible spaces to accommodate them. For example, spacious lobbies with both shared spaces to focus and work and also spaces to relax and socialize.
Another type of traveler who is reshaping the travel industry is the "bleisure" traveler, business travelers who add on a few extra days to their business trips to include some leisure time.
These travelers place a high priority on health and wellness. Taking this into consideration, some hotels are redesigning guest rooms with spa-style bathrooms and are also providing in-room fitness equipment.
An emphasis on wellness
Wellness decor has evolved beyond calming colors and into decor that encourages people to stop, notice, and take in their surroundings. Handmade and wabi-sabi designs are being widely used in a variety of settings, helping to create more serene, soothing spaces.
By embracing beauty in imperfection, these styles celebrate individuality, self-acceptance, and the freedom to be yourself.
Integrating culture and style from the area
Today's traveler craves more from their vacation than tourist traps and wants real experiences that can give them a glimpse into local life. The response from hotels has been to alter their designs to create a sense of place and to introduce programs where locals can participate and get involved with the hotel.
Design with sustainability in mind
The demand from guests is driving more and more hotel owners to include sustainable measures in both their design and construction processes. It’s becoming increasingly common for travelers to seek out hotels that embrace eco-friendly practices not only in their interior and architectural designs but also in their day-to-day operations.
Rich and vibrant color palettes
The last few years have been all about neutrals, but in 2023 bright, bold colors are making a comeback.
Especially popular this year are jewel tones like sapphire, ruby, and emerald. These deeper hues are being used to dress up backdrops and give spaces a pop of color. You can see them in patterned wallpaper and textiles as well as artwork and furniture.
More communal spaces
There was a shift away from communal spaces during the pandemic. Now hotel owners are investing in creating multifunctional, communal spaces where people can get together to work, eat, socialize, and chat. The goal here isn't only to make a space look appealing - it's also about creating an atmosphere that encourages social interaction.
This renewed emphasis on creating communal spaces is also reflected in the rising number of interior renovations, rather than new builds, that are taking place in the hotel industry.
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Your hotel’s interior design speaks louder than you think. Make sure you stay on top of the latest design trends for your guests. With our help, you'll always be one step ahead.
At Lang & Schwander, we’ve been furnishing hotel interiors in the US, Caribbean, and Latin America for over 15 years. For both branded hotels and independent hotels, we offer a full-service interior design studio, production and shipping services, and an in-house installation crew.