• 2026 Development: Montana

    Bozeman leads Montana’s evolution as a design-driven destination
  • Development Outlook

    Developers lean into conversions, members clubs, wellness programming, and hyper-local design

Hospitality Industry Mourns the Loss of Deborah Herman

The Fabric Innovations founder is remembered for her generosity and influence on future generations

Zero Bond Brings Its Private Club Experience to Wynn Las Vegas

The 15,000-square-foot members club blends art, dining, and social spaces

Introducing HD Expo + Conference’s Inaugural Curators

Leading voices across ownership, brand, design, and procurement shape the show’s 2026 education program

Five on Friday: March 20th, 2026

Our weekly roundup of headlines from around the world that are affecting the hospitality industry
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Via Aurelia Evokes Coastal Italy in San Francisco

The Bay Area restaurant draws on Tuscan craft and the spirit of ancient Roman roadways

Napa Valley’s Lewis Cellars Unveils New Tasting Room

Old World influences and modern art converge at the immersive wine destination

Nobu Hotel Toronto Is a Ryokan-Inspired Retreat

Studio Munge spotlights Japanese and Canadian craftsmanship at the brand’s first Canada property

Finalists Announced for the 22nd Annual HD Awards

This year’s winners will be unveiled at a ceremony on May 5th in Las Vegas during HD Expo + Conference

VEJA’s Los Angeles Debut Channels the Local Landscape

Local studio OWIU translates the French footwear brand’s eco-conscious ethos into a Venice Beach retail space

Aparthotels Gain Ground With Space, Service, and Style

Apartment-style stays blur the line between home and hotel, redefining modern hospitality

Vipp Unveils First U.S. Guesthouse in Upstate New York

Architecture firm Johnston Marklee crafts a sculptural pavilion immersed in the forests of Lumberland
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Fooq’s Returns to Miami With Interiors by Joyn Studio

The Foulquier brothers revive their beloved dining concept as a 14,000-square-foot day-to-night destination
Mar 11 - 13, 2026
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March 6, 2026 Episode 57

Beyond the Buzzwords: Reimagining Luxury, Wellness, and Immersion

Explore the broader shifts shaping the future of hospitality, including how evolving guest expectations are redefining luxury through wellbeing, sustainability, sense of place, and experiential design. The panel will focus on how these trends translate into real-world projects, sharing practical strategies, examples, and insights on budget, brand alignment, guest engagement, and ROI.

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Rebecca McBride, IHG Hotels & Resorts
James Cull, Rottet Studio
Christie Coleman, Leo A. Daly
Ethan Gabany, Weller Development
Pej Endersen Tadic, Thibaut Design

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