1. Trends in Hotel Interiors INTD405 Modern Practices in Interior Design
Prepared by: Joshima V.M., University of Nizwa.

2. Hotel interiors
Modern hotels have cleverly adapted to rapid social changes with creative solutions.
Different spaces in Hotels that need special attention in Interior Designing are:
LOBBY
GUESTROOM
BATHROOM
RESTAURANT
INDOOR OUTDOOR TRANSITION

3. Latest trends in Hotel Interiors
Lobbies are treated as dynamic multi use spaces.
Lobbies should create a striking first impression.
Lobbies should provide multi-use spaces for casual and formal talks, working on various devices etc.
Should focus on creating intimate as well as social zones.
Furniture should be comfortable and functional.

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2. Guestroom configurations are reworked.
Creative offices, interesting TV panels, extra sofas next to beds etc. are some additions to make a normal room look trendy.
Different colors and decors can be exploded.

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3. Spa- like bathrooms
A bathroom with spa-like features is an open invite to relaxation.
Waterfall showers, over-sized bathtubs, his&hers sinks, giant towels, beauty items and plenty of space are some add-on.

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4. Themed restaurants
Restaurants are treated like exhibition spaces.
Themed restaurants can create memorable spaces through design.

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5. Blurring indoor outdoor boundaries
Expanding hotel rooms through long decks, balconies, terraces can bring nature inside.
Wood paneling, stone decorations, lush greenery, indoor waterfalls- these are some of the elements employed to release the tension of hotel guests.

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6. Green Features
Over-sized windows for natural lighting, natural building materials, green walls and green roofs, recycling bins for guests, electronic water faucets, are a few of the hotel trends for staying green.

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7. Focus on Local Art
Adding local art in their design scheme will improve guests’ perception of the place and create a genuine experience.
Small sculptures, photographs, large-scale installations, integrating an art project into the image of the hotel could be an easy way to success.

17. Hotel Classification

18. Classification of hotels
Hotels can be classified in the following ways:
On the basis of size
On the basis star system
On the basis of location
On the basis of length of stay
On the basis of Clientele

19. On the basis of Size
Size refers to the number of rooms. Various categories on the basis of size are:
Small hotel- a hotel with 25 rooms or less is called a small hotel.
Average hotel- a hotel with 26 to 99 rooms is called an average hotel.
Above average hotel- a hotel with 100 to 299 rooms is called above average hotel.
Large hotel- a hotel with more than 300 rooms is classified as large hotel.

20. On the basis of Star System
The star category to the hotels are given by the committee called “hotels and restaurants approval and classification committee (hracc)”.
One star
Two star
Three star
Four star
Five star
Five star deluxe
Five star super deluxe

21. On the basis of Location
CITY/DOWNTOWN/COMMERCIAL HOTEL:
These hotels are located in the heart of the city.
These hotels are more expensive than the suburban hotels.
These hotels are patronized by business men and high income tourists.
These hotels are centrally located and at a convenient distance from markets, railway station, airport, etc.

22. On the basis of Location
SUBURBAN HOTELS:
These hotels are located in the suburb of cities, moderately priced.
Normally these hotels are patronized by low budget tourists.

23. On the basis of Location
AIRPORT HOTELS:
These are Hotels located near the Airports, especially international airports.
Airport Hotels are popular because of their proximity to major travel centers.
Airport Hotels vary widely in size and level of services.
Typical target market includes business clientele, airline passengers with overnight travel layovers or canceled flights and airline personnel.

24. On the basis of Location
MOTELS:
Motels are also called Motor Hotels or transit hotel and are located alongside the highways.
Motels are normally economical and they provide comfortable bedrooms that motorists prefer to stay on their way for a night rest.

25. On the basis of Location
RESORT HOTELS:
A resort located is in the tourist interest places like hills, forests, beaches, on an island, or in some other exotic location away from crowded residential areas.
The recreational facilities and breathtaking scenery typical of most resorts.
A more leisurely, relaxed atmosphere distinguishes most resort hotels from other types of hotels.

26. On the basis of Location
ROTELS:
The hotels which rotate on wheels are called rotels. Best example of rotel in India is Palace on wheels. It is a luxurious train, fully air-conditioned, well-furnished with attached restaurant and bar.
In Japan Rotels are parked in the parking slot in the late evening and during day the rotel is towed away.

27. On the basis of Location
FLOATELS:
The hotels which floats on water are called floatels.
The best examples of floatels in India are House boats in Kashmir Dal Lake. These are luxurious suites consisting of drawing room, dining room, bed room, sitting room, balcony, kitchen, bathroom etc.
These days luxury ships are becoming popular for travelling. The guests are offered cabins to stay. These float on sea water and these have all facilities of five star hotels.

28. On the basis of Location
BOATELS:
These are luxury boats/yachts which can ferry people from one place to another.
The best example of yachts are in Mediterranean or Caribbean, they can ferry guest through canal-based narrow boat or Broad-based cabin cruiser.

29. On the basis of length of stay
TRANSIT HOTELS:
Motels and airport hotels are the best example of these hotels.
These hotels are patronized by those guests who are in transit and will be travelling further to their destinations.
Some times these hotels also charge room rent for half a day as guests would like to stay just for a few hours.

30. On the basis of length of stay
TRANSIENT HOTELS:
Rest houses, Government guest houses etc are the best examples of transient hotels.
In these hotels one is not allowed to stay for a very long time as these hotels are very economical and are patronized by the employees either on transfer or on tour or on vacations.

31. On the basis of length of stay
RESIDENTIAL HOTELS:
These hotels offer rooms/apartments on monthly basis and even if a guest stays for a part of the month, is normally charged for the full month.
The best examples for these hotels are hostels, paying guest houses for students, trainees, working people etc.

32. On the basis of length of stay
SEMI RESIDENTIAL HOTELS:
Most of the hotels in present days are semi residential hotels and are located through out the country.
The guests, staying in these hotels, are required to pay room rent on daily basis.

33. On the basis of clientele
HOSTELS:
The students hostels are very common both in schools and colleges.
These can only be patronized by the students of a particular school or college.
The hostels can also be attached to offices, banks etc.
These are also called residential hotels as they charge on monthly, half yearly or yearly basis.

34. On the basis of clientele
HERITAGE HOTELS:
Old heritage buildings or palaces converted into hotels.
Heritage Grand Hotels are those which are more than 100 years old.

35. On the basis of clientele
BOUTIQUE HOTELS:
These are very small and very expensive hotels and mainly cater for elite class.
Though the hotel is small but still it has more number of restaurants. Each one is decorated keeping in view a theme and the food served.

36. On the basis of clientele
ALL SUITE HOTELS:
These hotels will have all suite rooms.
The All-suite concept a new addition to the hotel industry.
These suites provide living room, bedroom, kitchenette etc.

37. Guest Room Design

38. Guest Room Bed types Twin bed 2 beds of size 1mx2m.
Double bed 1 bed of size 1.35mx2m

39. Guest Room Bed types Double-double 2 beds of size 1.35mx2m
Queen bed mx2m
King bed mx2m
California King bed 1.8mx2m

40. Guest Room Bed types Double-studio1 double bed and 1 convertible sofa.
Queen-studio 1 queen bed and 1 convertible sofa.
King-studio 1 king bed and 1 convertible sofa.

41. Guest Room Bed types Parlor bed 1 convertible sofa
Wall bed (sico room) 1 wall bed

42. Guest room design
The length and width of the guest room are determined by the amount of furniture that is to go into the room and by the degree of luxury
Things to consider:
Types of rooms like twin bed, double room, suite etc.
Size of the bed and headboard.
Aisle width should be minimum of 90cm.
Placement of the dresser with drawers to open.

43. Closets
Reach-in closet
Walk-in closet

44. Guest room design
Seating facility. Eg. Chair, sofa, low table etc. usually placed near the window.
Lighting- reading lights for the bed, lamp near the seating facility, dresser etc. These may be supplemented with additional light to create a pleasant ambience in the room .
The control switches of these lights must be carefully considered .

45. Guest room design Another desirable furniture is luggage stand.
Bathrooms- The minimum bathroom will have a tub/shower, a lavatory, and a washbasin.
Closet/Wardrobe- The size of a closet will be determined by the type of hotel. While locating closets, opening of doors should be considered.

46. Types of Rooms Single room -17sq.m
single bed room
chair
place for work
LCD TV set
telephone
mini-bar
wireless Internet access
bathroom with a shower
hairdryer

47. Double room-21sq.m double bed room Two chairs place for work
LCD TV set
telephone
mini-bar
wireless Internet access
bathroom with a shower

48. Double room deluxe 26sq.m spacious double room large sofa bed
place for work
TV set
telephone
mini-bar
bathroom with a shower

49. Double room-42sq.m four-bed room
the room has been created from the combination of two Superior Rooms with internal door
two places for work
two mini-bars
two bathrooms with showers

50. Club suite -54sq.m the sitting room with lounge suite sofas
drinks cabinet with coffee and tea making facilities
TV set
comfortable and large place for work
a separate bedroom adjoining a spacious bathroom with a bath tub
additional bathroom with a shower

51. Presidential suite-64 sq.m
comfortable sofa bed in the sitting room
TV set
electric fireplace with a chaise lounge in front of it.
dining room with a fold-out table
fully equipped kitchen:
bedroom adjoining a large bathroom with Jacuzzi bath.
additional bathroom with a shower
a book shelf

52. Guest room dimensions Budget rooms 20-22sq.m Mid-price room 28-30sq.m
First class room sq.m
Luxury room sq.m

53. Types of light fixtures in a guest room
Wall lamp- fitted on the wall
Ceiling lamp- fitted on the ceiling
Floor lamp- kept on the floor
Pendant light/Suspended light- hung from the ceiling
Table lamp- kept on the table
Spot light- mounted on wall, ceiling or floor to highlight some areas.

54. Types of light fixtures in a guest room
Wall sconce- fitted on wall and normally directed upwards.
Vanity light- near the bathroom mirror or dressing mirror.
Recessed light- lights which are hidden behind wall, ceiling or floor.

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