Virtual Reality for Hospitality Design

Virtual Reality for Hospitality Design

Virtual reality (VR) technology is taking both the architecture—and hospitality— industries by storm! From the old school paper-based drafting to relatively modern digitally produced 2D renderings, architecture has evolved into something much more lifelike. So what is VR after all? And why does it matter for your hotel? Here we go!A […]

By |February 28th, 2019|Hotel Construction, Hotel Design, Hotel Development|Comments Off on Virtual Reality for Hospitality Design

Look Inside the New Hyatt Place Prototype!

Look Inside the New Prototype of Hyatt Place Hotels

Last year, Hyatt Place announced its reimagined brand experience—a new generation of hotels focused on three key areas: thoughtful design, enhanced well-being, and better value for World of Hyatt members.With this brand evolution now underway, Base4 has been working on several projects using the new generation prototype. […]

By |February 22nd, 2019|Hotel Construction, Hotel Design, Hotel Development|Comments Off on Look Inside the New Hyatt Place Prototype!

Hotel Lobbies: What Looks Good?

Interior Design for Hotel Lobbies

You can tell a lot about a hotel by its lobby. Most guests judge the quality of their stay within minutes of first entering a hotel. For hoteliers, the lobby serves as a portal to showcase the hotel’s personality—and that’s why every detail counts!In today’s newsletter, I focus on your hotel’s […]

By |February 7th, 2019|Hotel Construction, Hotel Design, Hotel Development|Comments Off on Hotel Lobbies: What Looks Good?

Fire Safety: Hotel Areas Exempt from Sprinklers

Fire Safety: Your Hotel Doesn’t Need Sprinklers Everywhere

Now that we have established why NFPA 13 is the right fire safety code for your hotel, today we explore one specific area of fire protection coverage that often leads to a great deal of confusion—combustible concealed spaces. The National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) requires that hotels be equipped […]

By |January 24th, 2019|Hotel Construction, Hotel Design, Hotel Development|Comments Off on Fire Safety: Hotel Areas Exempt from Sprinklers

Fire Safety for Your Hotel: NFPA 13 vs. 13R

Fire Safety for Your Hotel: NFPA 13 vs. 13R

The National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) has an elaborate code structure to regulate fire safety according to different categories of occupancies. The focus of today’s discussion is a code called NFPA 13, which mandates sprinkler regulations. The code requires commercial occupancies, such as hotels and motels, to […]

By |January 11th, 2019|Hotel Construction, Hotel Design, Hotel Development|Comments Off on Fire Safety for Your Hotel: NFPA 13 vs. 13R

How Permit Expeditors Help Open Your Hotel Faster

 

How Permit Expeditors Help Open Your Hotel Faster

If you are building a new hotel… congratulations! Now it’s time to obtain your building permit from city authorities. Everyone in hotel construction is aware of the complications involved in the permitting process. Consuming both your time and money—permitting gets complex as project details increase.That’s when a […]

By |December 21st, 2018|Hotel Construction, Hotel Design, Hotel Development|Comments Off on How Permit Expeditors Help Open Your Hotel Faster

How New Tariffs May Impact Your Hotel Construction Costs

 

How New Tariffs May Impact Your Construction Costs

As I noted in my last newsletter, tariffs on FF&E imports are affecting the hospitality industry. Additional taxes on the imports of raw materials may change the landscape of the construction industry. Below I describe a few potential challenges that may affect hoteliers and builders in the […]

By |December 13th, 2018|Hotel Construction, Hotel Design, Hotel Development|Comments Off on How New Tariffs May Impact Your Hotel Construction Costs

Hotel FF&E Tariffs

FF&E Tariffs 

In my last newsletter, I explained the pros and cons of modular elevators. Today I want to address a rising concern in the industry—U.S. tariffs on furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) used in hotels.

Why the Tariffs

Recent trade tariffs on Chinese imports have become a concern for developers in all industries. The goods being affected amount […]

By |November 8th, 2018|Hotel Construction, Hotel Design, Hotel Development|Comments Off on Hotel FF&E Tariffs

Hotel Modular Elevators – Benefits & Drawbacks

Modular Elevators

Last week, I introduced modular elevators and its features. Continuing with this subject today, I list the benefits and drawbacks below.

Benefits

Shorter Lead Time: It takes manufacturers about eight weeks to prepare the whole assembled elevator once project drawings are finalized.
Better Quality: Every part of a modular elevator is prepared and assembled in […]

By |October 31st, 2018|Hotel Construction, Hotel Design, Hotel Development|Comments Off on Hotel Modular Elevators – Benefits & Drawbacks

Hotel Modular Elevators

Modular Elevators

I often discuss modern hotel construction solutions, including my earlier series on modular hotel construction (Should you go modular with your next hotel? –  FAQ). Today I’d like to expand on this topic and discuss modular elevators.

Whether it’s the faster turnaround time for your next hotel construction or a quick ADA upgrade for an […]

By |October 26th, 2018|Hotel Construction, Hotel Design, Hotel Development|Comments Off on Hotel Modular Elevators