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Future Trends

Sleeper has collated the latest trend information from three expert sources, a US-based international colour forecasting association, and two European exhibitions that track and interpret social and cultural developments to predict future consumer requirements. more...

Peek-a-boo Bathroom

The past decade has seen significant changes in the hotel bathroom. What was once a shared facility at the end of the corridor is now a focal point designed to enhance the guest experience. more...

Swisscom - Changing the economics of the guestroom

Through its dedicated Hospitality division, Swisscom has launched the next generation of integrated guest services. Here, CEO Leo Brand tells of its benefits and explains why hotels should join the convergence revolution. more...

Hotel fire safety – Addressing the Challenges

Ensuring fire safety in hotels is a complicated task, says Frank Breugelmans, VP Corporate Sales, Hospitality for Siemens, but following certain guidelines could help save guests’ lives. more...

Feature Flooring

Sustainable floorcoverings will set the trend in 2010 with the faltering economy and ecological issues being the main driving force, say Sleeper’s handpicked industry experts. more...

The Living Bathroom

As the bathroom evolves into a place to retreat and relax, Sleeper’s panel of experts discuss issues of digitisation, low flow and low cost, and the current trend for black. more...

Lighting & Control
Issue 24 May / June 2009

Sleeper’s panel of experts discuss the key considerations when designing a hotel’s lighting scheme, from intelligent control to potential energy savings, not forgetting the ‘performance’ of the lit space. more...

The ‘Outdoor Lounge’
Issue 23 March / April 2009

The latest from Sleeper’s panel of industry specialists suggests that outdoor furniture fashions are mimicking that of interior design trends, giving rise to the concept of the ‘outdoor lounge’. more...

Floors-to-go
Issue 22 January / February 2009

Sleeper’s panel of experts describe an increasing trend for bold designs and statement floorcoverings, as well as significant moves towards sustainable production processes. more...

Landscaping the luxury experience
Issue 21 November / December 2008

Phil Jaffa, managing director of landscape architects Scape Design Associates, explores how the art of the landscape architect can deliver the authenticity and exclusivity that luxury travellers crave... more...

Fabrics and Wallcoverings
Issue 21 November / December 2008

Catherine Martin speaks to industry insiders about how new legislation is affecting the specification of textiles and wallcoverings in the contract market, and discovers the latest design trends tipped for success in 2009. more...

Hotel Bathrooms
Issue 20 September / October 2008

Global design influences and raised guest expectations are leading to more experiential bathing and the marketing of the hotel bathroom as a unique selling point, finds Catherine Martin. more...

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