WATG and Wimberly Interiors

John Paul Pederson, Creative Director, Wimberly Interiors, will be taking part in the HIX Event programme, taking place 27-28 November at the Business Design Centre, London. John Paul will join design experts from Esquared Consulting and REARDONSMITH ARCHITECTS to discuss the topic of “How to ensure the design stays true to the design, post installation” in a panel hosted by Hotel Designs Editor, Sophie Harper. During this conversation, architect, interior designer, and developer will talk through the importance of teamwork – and how they use collaboration to ensure all parties on a project are on the same page throughout the design and delivery process. To learn more and register, please visit: https://hubs.ly/Q02Z1vCB0 #interiordesign #interiors #HIXLondon #HIXLondon2024 #design #collaboration

Tempo by Hilton, Nashville: Blending Nashville's Heritage and Modern Glamour A design story unfolds for Tempo Nashville by tapping into the various facets that make Nashville unique—its art, history, architecture, and, of course, music. Wimberly Interiors incorporated Art Deco-inspired features, including strong geometric lines, stylized motifs, and rich colors, which celebrate the city’s diverse architectural landscape and heritage. Discover the project - https://hubs.ly/Q02YWq3f0 #TempoByHilton #Nashville #WimberlyInteriors #HotelDesign #ArtDeco #NashvilleArchitecture #HospitalityDesign #InteriorDesign #HotelInteriors #HospitalityDesign #HospitalityInteriors

Elevating Business Strategy in Design - Margaret McMahon, Global Director, Wimberly Interiors, moderated the insightful panel “Business Sense: Crafting Winning Proposals and Strategic Fee Structures” at Boutique Design | BDNY. This dynamic session, titled 'Business Sense: Crafting Winning Proposals and Strategic Fee Structures,' held at the BD Hub on November 11th, brought together an exceptional lineup of industry leaders: + Amy Jakubowski, ISHC, IIDA, LEED AP, Principal and Managing Director at Pierre-Yves Rochon (PYR) + Adam Rolston, Creative & Managing Director at INC Architecture and Design + Sara Duffy, Principal at Stonehill Taylor Together, they explored strategies to help firms enhance their competitive edge by creating compelling proposals and implementing effective fee structures. From leveraging storytelling and client testimonials to negotiating profitable yet balanced fee models, the panel offered a masterclass in aligning business acumen with design excellence. #BDNY2024 #DesignLeadership #BusinessStrategy #WinningProposals #FeeStructures #WATG #WimberlyInteriors #InteriorDesign #Architecture

Tony Menezes and Demet Karaoglu will be at this year’s Mediterranean Tourism Forum, taking place at the Hilton Hotel in Malta from 25th to 27th November 2024. The Mediterranean Tourism Forum is an annual gathering that unites stakeholders from the tourism industry to engage in meaningful dialogue and collective action. The theme for this year’s event is MEDITERRANEAN A.R.T.S. – Amidst Rapid Transformational Shifts – with a focus on the region’s rich tapestry of history, arts, and culture. Tony will also be taking part in one of the conference Master Classes across the 3-day event, joining in research and discussion with other hospitality experts on the topic of “The Future Hotel & Restaurant”. Find out more and register here - https://hubs.ly/Q02YH1Qx0 #architecture #interiordesign #landscape #planning #advisory #masterplans #design #malta #europe #hotels #hoteldesign #hospitality #brandedresidences

How good hotel design for staff translates to a better experience for guests: Past the glitz and glamour, hotel design is not just for the paying guests but for the people who use them most — the staff. - The Peak Singapore "David Moore, global CEO and president of integrated design firm WATG, observed that staff welfare in hospitality design had gained significant traction in recent years, driven by the adage “happy staff, happy guests”. He said, “Enhancing guest experience is at the top of everyone’s minds. Satisfied and engaged employees provide better service, which results in increased spending, repeat business, and positive recommendations. Leading brands have set benchmarks in this area, prompting others to follow suit in today's highly competitive market.” Read the article - https://hubs.ly/Q02Yv6nH0 #HotelDesign #StaffWelfare #GuestExperience #HospitalityIndustry #EmployeeEngagement #WorkplaceDesign #CustomerSatisfaction #HospitalityManagement

Five Trends Shaping The Hospitality Landscape In 2025 - WATG’s Advisory Team spotlights emerging hospitality trends, from hyper segmentation to the evolution of informal lodging concepts, that will impact Asia Pacific. "As 2025 approaches, the hospitality industry is witnessing a shift from reactive measures toward a more strategic and sophisticated approach to drive long-term success and match fast evolving guest expectations. While the trends of the past such as flexible spaces for bleisure travelers have laid the groundwork, the focus has now evolved into a nuanced recalibration of guest experiences, operational efficiencies, and design innovations. These emerging trends are not about complete transformation, but rather the refining of strategies to elevate service offerings, enhance guest satisfaction, and promote sustainable growth in a competitive landscape. Hospitality leaders are now harnessing deeper insights to optimize every facet of the guest journey and operational excellence." - Guy Cooke, Director of Advisory. Read the emerging trends - https://hubs.ly/Q02Yl38M0 Hospitality Net #HospitalityTrends #HotelDesign #GuestExperience #SustainableTourism #LuxuryTravel #WellnessTourism #TravelInnovation #AsiaPacificHospitality #FutureOfTravel #Architecture #InteriorDesign #MasterPlanning #LandscapeArchitecture

Following WATG's recent announcement as part of the Ras El Hekma master plan team, Ashley Scott, Global Principal for Planning and Landscape, visited the site in Egypt to get a first glimpse of what is soon to be two championship golf courses. "Ras El Hekma is a very exciting and entirely unique destination on the Mediterranean coastline of Northern Egypt. We're delighted to have this opportunity to work in close collaboration with our client, Modon, and LOBB + PARTNERS LIMITED, on the design and delivery of these picturesque coastal golf communities – once complete, this will be a significant hospitality component of the wider master plan.” - Ashley Scott Further to the announcement made by Modon in October of this year, WATG is providing the full design and delivery of multiple assets within the overarching development, including three hotels, several clubhouses, golf course amenities, branded apartments, and a lifestyle village. This is a fully integrated design approach, with the mobilisation of our Advisory, Master Planning, Landscape, and Architecture teams. To learn more visit: https://hubs.ly/Q02Y2dD80 #architecture #advisory #design #landscape #masterplan #masterplanning #planning #egypt #golfcourse #golfcoursedesign #hospitality #hospitalitydesign #hotels #resorts #brandedresidential?

9 incredible buildings and architecture to visit on Jeju Island, from museums to churches - Tatler Asia "When JW Marriott Jeju Resort & Spa was completed, it introduced a new ultra-luxury category of hospitality to the island. The cliff-hugging establishment was crafted by WATG, which created a sense of place by referencing and relating to Jeju Island’s abundant nature, specific culture and rich history. The architecture follows the slope of the terrain down to the sea to provide panoramic vistas. Hence, the roof, which is the dominant view from the road, becomes an important element. The flat roof and underside latticework abstract Korea’s ancient Choga architectural style, which features a convex thatched roof tied down with a grid of patterned rope." https://hubs.ly/Q02Y1YFf0 #Architecture #JejuIsland #LuxuryHotel #LuxuryHospitality #HospitalityDesign #HotelDesign #LuxuryTravel #ModernArchitecture

Nick Carrier, Principal, Architecture, recently sat down with the editor of Hotel SPACE magazine to discuss the power of design in repositioning, with a focus on our work with Mitsis Group across Greece. In the interview, Nick talks about the highly collaborative process that takes place with the client in order to bring a new lease of life to a property - as well as how impactful the results can be both in terms of guest experience and RevPar increase. “It’s been an interesting journey with Mitsis. They have a portfolio of 20 hotels around the Greek islands – most of which were designed for guests 20-30 years ago. Though well maintained and in good locations, over time the kind of amenities guests want, their habits–even the way we use a space has changed." To read the full article, visit page 62 in the digital edition here: https://hubs.ly/Q02XTqMY0 #architecture #design #landscape #interiors #renovation #repositioning #reimagining #mitsis #mitsishotels #hotels #hospitality #resorts #greece #rhodes #crete #kos

Nick Carrier, Principal, Architecture, will join Stavros Mitsis, Managing Director of Mitsis Group, at the upcoming Resort & Residential Hospitality Forum (R&R) in Athens. They will discuss strategies for effectively repositioning luxury hotel portfolios, with a focus on how thoughtful design can elevate brand appeal, attract new guest demographics, and increase room rates. WATG and Wimberly Interiors are currently collaborating on multiple projects with Mitsis Group throughout Greece. This long-standing partnership involves enhancing Mitsis' properties, strategically located in highly sought-after destinations, utilizing our expertise in architecture, landscape architecture, advisory services, master planning, and interior design. Rob Sykes, Associate Principal, Advisory Services, Ashley Scott, Global Practice Principal, Planning + Landscape, and John Paul Pederson, Creative Director, Wimberly Interiors, will also be attending, please get in touch to arrange a meeting. Resort & Residential Hospitality Forum, Athens, 18th - 20th November - https://hubs.ly/Q02XtV4m0 #RR24 #Hospitality #LuxuryHotels #HotelDesign #Architecture #InteriorDesign #GuestExperience #DesignExcellence #HospitalityInvestment #HospitalityConference #HotelsandResorts #LandscapeArchitecture #MasterPlanning