New Destination for Design: SPACE and HotelSpec join Forum Media & Events
Purple Media Solutions Ltd are delighted to announce that the market-leading SPACE magazine, HotelSpec Global Design Review and their related websites have been acquired by Forum Events and Media Group, the publishers of the highly popular Hotel Designs website. The acquisition brings together the authority and pedigree of the printed journals with the dynamism of Forum Events and Media Groups online and events presence, creating a complete 360-degree portfolio that will become the natural home for all things hotel design.
Commenting on the sale, Ed Hunt, Managing Director of Purple Media Ltd, said: “I’m extremely proud of the team behind SPACE and HotelSpec magazines for creating what has become the go-to guide for hotel interiors worldwide. By partnering with leading designers, hoteliers and manufacturers over the last 30 years, the journals have created a unique space where creativity has flourished and been celebrated. The future will be extremely exciting once the synergies between the products are unlocked, and I look forward to seeing the bright future they have in the hands of Forum Events and Media Group.”
Emma Kennedy, Editor added: “I’m genuinely excited that SPACE and HotelSpec have found a new home with the brilliant team at Forum Events and Media Group. Their passion for the industry mirrors our own, making this partnership a natural fit. As publications that celebrate great destinations, we’re thrilled to have found the perfect one ourselves, and I’m confident this move will only strengthen what we deliver to our partners and readers.”
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Testimonials
“SPACE has excellently researched, well-rounded, and informative editorial, presented in a stylish glossy layout, which is ideally suited to the calibre of our clients. The team, both editorial and advertising, are knowledgeable, helpful, and fun. Working with them is always a pleasure.”
Karen Brooks, Esprit Media Ltd
“Working closely with Space magazine, means that Barlow Tyrie products are seen by the right target audience and relative to premiere outdoor garden spaces.”
Steven Still, Barlow Tyrie
"Armourcoat has partnered with Space Magazine since launch in 2015, and is now regarded as an essential part of our international marketing strategy. Recognising the scale of subscribers and quality of content, we truly value the opportunity the platform (both in print and digital) presents."
Daniel Nevitt, Armourcoat
"We have partnered with SPACE Magazine since it’s launch and SPACE have now become one of our most influential media partners. Their readership of senior hoteliers and interior designers are exactly the audience we invite to attend the Independent Hotel Show and SPACE delivers on helping us position our brand in front of them. Not only does SPACE have the readership we want but they also work with us to tailor content they think is right which when time poor is much needed. I couldn’t recommend SPACE enough."
Sam Chance, Fresh Montgomery
