Interviews

ANDRÉ FU, FOUNDER, ANDRÉ FU STUDIO

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On 14 March, 2023

Interior Architect André Fu is celebrated globally, not just for his elegant interiors, but for a w...

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IAN WHITE, MANAGING DIRECTOR, NIHI SUMBA

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On 8 March, 2023

From surf shack to surf chic, NIHI Sumba has come a long way. Emma Kennedy caught up with the resort...

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CHARLIE NORTH, VP OF INTERIOR DESIGN, AIME STUDIOS

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On 28 February, 2023

From the heights of The Hoxton Southwark, Jess Miles meets Charlie North, the visionary behind some ...

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JEAN-MICHEL GATHY, FOUNDER OF DENNISTON

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On 18 February, 2023

Synonymous with ultra-luxe interior design, Jean-Michel Gathy’s work has been described as dramati...

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MARIE SIBUET, CO-DIRECTOR, MAISONS & HOTELS SIBUET

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On 8 February, 2023

In 1981, Jocelyn and Jean-Louis Sibuet decided to open a small boutique hotel in Megève—when bout...

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IRO ORRI, MANAGING DIRECTOR, EPOQUE COLLECTION

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On 11 January, 2023

With more than 20 years of experience in hotel management, appointing Iro Orri as managing director ...

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MIKE WARREN, MANAGING DIRECTOR, HARBOUR HOTELS

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On 11 January, 2023

When Harbour Hotels were looking to expand, Mike Warren was an obvious choice given his success deve...

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Alexandra Champalimaud, Founder Champalimaud Design

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On 10 January, 2023

With an appreciation of traditional design and craftsmanship, Alexandra Champalimaud and her eponymo...

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Martin Brudnizki Founder, Martin Brudnizki Design Studio

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On 29 December, 2022

Arguably one of todays most influential interior designers, Martin Brudnizki is responsible for crea...

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NAOMI HEATON CEO, THE OTHER HOUSE

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On 29 November, 2022

Recognising a gap in the market is a recurring theme for property doyenne Naomi Heaton. Having now t...

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BRIME ROBBINS

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On 26 October, 2022

Without a fixed aesthetic, securing high profile hospitality projects proved a challenge when Brime ...

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KIMBERLY COHEN, CO-FOUNDER AND ARTISTIC DIRECTOR MAISONS PARIENTE

Posted in Business, People
On 26 October, 2022

Launched in 2019, Maisons Pariente is a family owned luxury hotel collection. Emma Kennedy talks to ...

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ROHAN THAKKAR, CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER, YOTEL

Posted in Business, People
On 26 October, 2022

As air travel continues to inspire and pave the way for YOTEL, Emma Kennedy talks to Rohan Thakkar a...

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JONATHAN MILLS, CEO CHOICE HOTELS EMEA

Posted in Business, People
On 12 October, 2022

As Choice Hotels undergo a brand refresh, Jonathan Mills talks so SPACE about the evolving needs of ...

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David Baldry, Group Managing Director, Hypnos

Posted in Business, People
On 3 October, 2022

Q&A: David Baldry, Group Managing Director, Hypnos Congratulations on your new role at Hypnos...

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KIT KEMP MBE Founder and Creative Director, Firmdale Hotels & Kit Kemp Design Studio

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On 26 September, 2022

From student dwellings to award winning hotels, Kit Kemp paints a colourful picture of a life in des...

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Sean Trowbridge, Co-founder DKT Artworks

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On 2 August, 2022

From hotels to superyachts, DKT Artworks create site specific artworks and installations across the ...

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GABRIEL ESCARRER JAUME, EXECUTIVE VICE CHAIRMAN AND CEO OF MELIÁ HOTELS INTERNATIONAL

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On 2 August, 2022

As CEO of Spain’s leading hotel group, with a workforce of 45,000 and ambitious plans for growth, ...

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DIMITRIS MANIKIS, PRESIDENT EMEA WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS

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On 1 August, 2022

Born and raised in Athens, as part of a family whose values and focus were to always ‘do the right...

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ROBERT GODWIN, MANAGING DIRECTOR, LAMINGTON GROUP

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On 28 July, 2022

From his love of bees to his dislike of buzzwords, Emma Kennedy talks to the driving force behind th...

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HOLLOWAY LI

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On 14 July, 2022

Architectural Interior Design studio, Holloway Li are fast becoming recognised as an exciting and in...

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Philippe Leboeuf, Managing Director, Raffles London at The OWO

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On 7 July, 2022

As Raffles London at The OWO nears completion, Managing Director Philippe Leboeuf remains outwardly ...

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David Collins Studio

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On 5 July, 2022

Known for their design collaborations with some of the world's most luxurious brands, David Collins ...

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HARRY HANDELSMAN – FOUNDER & CEO, MANHATTAN LOFT CORPORATION

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On 19 May, 2022

It takes a certain type of person to build an empire, and you only need speak with Harry Handelsman ...

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Gary Marshall – Founder & Managing Director, Tonik Associates

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On 5 May, 2022

Sophie Harper talks to Gary Marshall about the challenges of modern design and how his team’s etho...

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Marie Soliman, Co-Founder Bergman Design House

Posted in People
On 23 April, 2022

Who needs a signature look when you’ve got Marie Soliman on board? Emma Kennedy catches up with th...

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LIRAN WIZMAN – FOUNDER OF SIRCLE COLLECTION AND THE ENTOURAGE GROUP

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On 13 April, 2022

From small time property investor to award winning hotelier, Liran Wizman, founder of Sircle Collect...

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Samantha Drummond, Founder and Creative Director Habitus Design Group

Posted in People, Uncategorized
On 3 April, 2022

Go big or go home! Emma Kennedy talks to Resort interior designer Samantha Drummond and discovers wh...

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INTERVIEW: SAAR ZAFRIR, FOUNDER SAAR ZAFRIR DESIGN

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On 24 March, 2022

After discovering a love for design, Saar Zafrir left his life in finance and investment to follow h...

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INTERVIEW: ANDREW BROWN, GENERAL MANAGER, FAIRMONT WINDSOR PARK

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On 10 December, 2021

Following the purchase of The Savill Court Hotel & Spa, which is now the site for the Fairmont W...

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INTERVIEW: NICK STOUPAS & JOE STELLA, FOUNDER & MANAGING DIRECTOR AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR, TWENTY2DEGREES

Posted in News, People
On 1 December, 2021

As they look forward to ten years of twenty2degrees Design Partnership with a slew of hospit...

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INTERVIEW: STEPHEN ALDEN, CEO, RAFFLES & ORIENT EXPRESS

Posted in Business, Future, News, People
On 9 November, 2021

Following a remarkable career spanning three decades in the hospitality industry, Stephen Al...

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INTERVIEW: STEFAN RIER & LUKAS RUNGGER, FOUNDERS, NOA*

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On 25 October, 2021

When Stefan Rier and Lukas Rungger first met and bonded over a few beers, they didn’t real...

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INTERVIEW: ISABEL PINTADO, SENIOR VP DESIGN & INNOVATION, FOUR SEASONS

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On 8 September, 2021

Appointed by Four Seasons to help lead the brand into its next phase of growth, Isabel Pinta...

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INTERVIEW: MANUELA MANNINO & NICHOLAS J. HICKSON, FOUNDERS, THDP

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On 18 August, 2021

Partners in life and business, Manuela Mannino and Nicholas J. Hickson didn’t set out to g...

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INTERVIEW: GAURANG JHUNJHNUWALA, CEO AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND, NAUMI HOTELS

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On 4 August, 2021

A growing brand in the Asia Pacific region, Naumi Hotels is fast making a name for itself as...

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INTERVIEW: LAUREN ROTTET, FOUNDING PRINCIPAL & PRESIDENT, ROTTET STUDIO

Posted in News, People
On 30 June, 2021

Architect, interior designer, innovator, teacher: Lauren Rottet is the embodiment of design ...

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INTERVIEW: EMMA KING, HEAD OF PREMIUM, LUXURY AND LIFESTYLE DESIGN, EUROPE, IHG RESORTS & HOTELS

Posted in News, People
On 21 June, 2021

As part of NEWH’s online BrandEd discussions, where creatives come together to explore ide...

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INTERVIEW: DALE HIPSH, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF HOTELS, HARD ROCK INTERNATIONAL

Posted in News, People
On 4 June, 2021

This June will mark 50 years since Hard Rock’s legacy began. Over that time, the brand has...

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