“Kata View Condominium” new luxury living surrounded by nature, Kata/Phuket
'Kata View Condominium' new luxury living surrounded by nature, Kata/Phuket. Life Beyond The Ordinary Embrace tropical living at its finest. Kata View’s functional design maximizes space and light, creating a sanctuary for families and beachgoers alike. Experience modern luxury in paradise. "Today’s consumers are well-being focused and have a buying power exceeding $1.1 trillion in the U.S.," Courtney R. writes in Athletech News. Where is that money being spent? Mostly on luxurious branded residences, along: * personal well-being * privacy * luxury around nature and with individual freedom * quality Residential developers have to identify "unique ways (to) support the [...]
“Cherngthalay International School” new international school at Bangthao, Phuket
'Cherngthalay International School' new international school at Bangthao, Phuket. "Today’s consumers are well-being focused and have a buying power exceeding $1.1 trillion in the U.S.," Courtney R. writes in Athletech News. Where is that money being spent? Mostly on luxurious branded residences, along: * personal well-being * privacy * luxury around nature and with individual freedom * quality Residential developers have to identify "unique ways (to) support the consumer journey for total well-being, luxury and back to nature approach."
“Nai Yang branded residences” new luxury living surrounded by nature, Phuket
'Nai Yang branded residences' new luxury living surrounded by nature, Phuket. "Today’s consumers are well-being focused and have a buying power exceeding $1.1 trillion in the U.S.," Courtney R. writes in Athletech News. Where is that money being spent? Mostly on luxurious branded residences, along: * personal well-being * privacy * luxury around nature and with individual freedom * quality Residential developers have to identify "unique ways (to) support the consumer journey for total well-being, luxury and back to nature approach."
“Wellness means Business – Wellness Watch” (by Motti Essakow / NESTWELL Hospitality)
WELLNESS Means Business - WELLNESS WATCH "Today’s consumers are well-being focused and have a buying power exceeding $1.1 trillion in the U.S.," Courtney R. writes in Athletech News. Where is that money being spent? Not mostly on luxurious spa days, but: * Exercise * Nutrition * Sleep quality Hotels and other companies must identify "unique ways (to) support the consumer journey for total well-being." One way for hotels and resorts to break through the noise is via the WITT - Wellness in Travel & Tourism Certified Seal, which means a property excels in movement, healthy eating, healing and other true [...]
“Dream Polished, Delivered Poor” (by Andre’ Priebs)
Dream Polished, Delivered Poor — Why the Hospitality Industry Must Wake Up Before It's Too Late We live in an era obsessed with first impressions. Glitzy grand openings. Rendered videos of luxury villas. Architectural marvels crowned with Michelin ambitions before the doors even open. Press releases that celebrate "vision" before a single guest ever lays their head on a pillow. But behind the polished marketing and curated social media feeds, a harsher reality often lurks: Staff undertrained and overwhelmed. Kitchens unfinished, equipment untested. Systems incomplete, service inconsistent. Owners celebrating occupancy rates without noticing the bleeding operational costs beneath. The dream [...]
Sustainability, not just to look good on paper….. (by Yasmin Mahmoudieh)
Sustainability, not just to look good on paper. What if true sustainability didn’t just look good on paper — but felt like pine, stillness, and snow underfoot? In the latest "Built to Feel" newsletter, I explore how emotion, materiality, and soul are reshaping luxury in ski hospitality. Let’s design spaces that don’t just meet standards, but move people. Subscribe Built to Feel: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7316462094428585984/?displayConfirmation=true
‘Luxury has been hijacked’ (by Aradhana Khowala)
"LUXURY has been hijacked" luxury-hijacked-used-abused-millions-opportunity-travel-market Ask yourself why does this feel like indulgence? A moment of silence A clean, safe place to sleep Food without chemicals A phone-free evening Fresh air and green space Because somewhere along the way, we normalized deprivation and started calling restoration a “treat.” Billionaires pay millions for what should be basic. ● $250,000-a-week private island retreats just for the sound of silence. ● Ultra-luxury resorts where Wi-Fi is banned on purpose. ● Private wellness bunkers built into mountains for “anti-people” therapy. ● Forests bought not for development, but for solitude. ● Silent architecture designed for [...]
Value Engineering vs. Cost Cutting
Value Engineering vs. Cost Cutting Value Engineering and cost cutting are both strategies for reducing project expenses, but they differ in their scope and focus. Value Engineering aims to enhance the overall value of a project by optimizing costs, functionality, and quality, while cost cutting focuses solely on reducing expenses, sometimes at the expense of quality. Value Engineering (VE) is defined as an organized effort directed at analyzing the functions of systems, equipment, facilities, services, and supplies for the purpose of achieving the essential functions at the lowest life-cycle cost consistent with required performance, quality, reliability and safety. VE is [...]
Green Revolution in Real Estate
Green Revolution in Real Estate Internationally, in the midst of an ecological revolution in its real estate sector. With a strong focus on sustainability and environmental consciousness, the direction is paving the way for a new era of eco-friendly construction and design. Internationally, top green buildings have garnered attention for their commitment to sustainable architecture and green building methods. These properties not only meet stringent environmental standards but also prioritize the development of green buildings that harmonize with the natural surroundings. Embracing eco-friendly construction practices and sustainable design principles, these green properties incorporate durable materials, energy-efficient features, responsible water management, and renewable energy sources. Such environmentally conscious initiatives solidify the sustainable real [...]
DWP Design, TERRA Italian Restaurant. “The Ascendancy of Culinary Authenticity”
DWP Design, TERRA Italian Restaurant : The Ascendancy of Culinary Authenticity In an increasingly homogenized world, discerning diners seek authentic experiences rooted in a destination’s unique identity. They desire connection and narratives within the spaces they inhabit. This appetite for genuine cultural resonance is transforming restaurant design. Architects and designers are becoming custodians of heritage and creators of ambiance. At dwp, we understand this shift. We craft spaces that tell a story, spaces that resonate with their surroundings in our latest project in Phuket – House of Tin Baron . The Art of Place: Culinary Narratives in a Heritage Setting [...]
Hello world!
A short summary about Juergen E. Seidel. Extensive knowledge and experience in high rise, low rise and resort, at corporate and group level. In the field of project development, M&E with FL&S design, kitchen and laundry briefing, project management, construction supervision, opening with test & commissioning (handover), operating and as well renovations for over 20 years. Visionary Engineer, Project & Development Hotelier with experience in Asia, Indian Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Europe and Middle East. - ISO 9000 Project Manager certified - ISO 9002 Engineering Operations certified.- PMI Organization PMP certified project Manager.With the profound and proven track-record in regards to; [...]
House of Tin Baron, Phuket (1898, Old Town) full renovation
House of Tin Baron, Phuket (1898, Old Town) Located in the heart of Phuket’s vibrant Old Town, "Terra Italian Restaurant" is a luxurious lifestyle destination. It masterfully blends elegance, culture, and gastronomy. Set within a beautifully restored Sino-Portuguese building. This exclusive venue offers a sophisticated retreat. World-class amenities designed to create unforgettable moments. The House of Tin Baron is the proud home of Terra, a contemporary Italian restaurant. The world's first "Louis Roederer Cristal Room". “True luxury is not defined by extravagance, but by the ability to create moments that resonate deeply, leaving a lasting imprint on the soul." It [...]
DWP – Lebua Bar # 3 “unforgettable experience in the clouds”
Lebua Bar # 3 The world’s tallest gin, caviar & vodka bar is the newest addition to the dwp-designed all-star line-up of unmissable Thai experiences at Lebua. Accessorised in laser blue, piano black and rich copper, the high-tech venue offers dance-stopping views of the city skyline and the Chao Phraya River with cocktails at one of three circular bars. Guests arrive at the first circular bar and DJ booth via a black marble spiral staircase then move outside to the terrace where there are two further bars. The design plays with light, space and sound to create an experience that challenges the senses. [...]
DWP – CHEF’s Table “the art of fine dining reaches new heights”
CHEF's Table Move over Hong Kong and Singapore, Bangkok has a new fine dining offering. Chef’s Table places the art of cooking at the very heart of the sumptuous dining experience some 61 floors above the Thai capital’s streets with panoramic views through its floor to ceiling windows. Double leaf burl hand-polished veneer doors are the entry point into the dramatic double height restaurant. The room features hand-tufted broadloom carpets in creme, hand-painted gilded wallpaper and rich veneer. The ethereal atmosphere is completed by a large curved mural recreating Monet’s magical watercolour ‘Lilies of Giverny’. Circular glazed bay windows allow [...]
DIN Magazine (Design Inspiring Made), ‘Hall of Fame’ Interview
DIN Magazine (Design Inspire Made), Thailand. An interview in regards to the Dusit International energy & environment efficiency through design and engineering. Having reached astonishing energy reductions of; 20% energy, 25% water and 30% waste, plus 12% Co2 emissions reductions, the two years renovation of Dusit International 'asset hotels' in regards to energy efficiency and arch./interior design has shown great changes. Dusit International 'managed' properties took a yet compelling stance and followed the energy efficiency lead and fully enrolled the EarthCheck benchmark and certification process as stipulated by the Dusit International 'management' agreement.
WSJ, “The Carbon-Neutral Vacation” (SONEVA Fushi, Maldives)
WSJ Magazine; The carbon-neutral vacation article, stating aim and measures by SONEVA Fushi, Maldives WSJ article on the carbon-neutral vacation, listing the aim and efforts of SONEVA Fushi, Maldives resort.
HOTELS Magazine. Is going GREEN sustainable? ….’Deans of Green’
HOTELS Magazine. Is GREEN movement 'sustainable'? HOTELS Magazine, 'Going Green' is green movement sustainable. Showing the 'Deans of Green' in the industry discussing and presenting their groups actions and initiatives regarding sustainable approaches. The individual hotel groups from Europe, to Asia and USA presenting their efforts and measures in regards to green movement, eco and sustainability.
TTA/Thai Tourism Authority Award
TTA/Thai Tourism Authority Award regarding environment and sustainability action
GreenLodging News; Six Senses’ Soneva Fushi Property Aims to Be Carbon Free by 2010
GreenLodging News; Six Senses’ Soneva Fushi Property Aims to Be Carbon Free by 2010 Six Senses Resorts & Spas’ Soneva Fushi, in the Maldives, is the first of the group’s properties to implement a program to offset its guests’ flight emissions. This step will make Soneva Fushi carbon neutral by 2008. The resort has a goal of being carbon free by 2010. The resort is a main contributor to the Six Senses Carbon Offset Fund, which initially will support the Converging World project. This project will establish alternative energy production methods—such as wind turbines—in communities of developing countries before [...]
DWP designs the Six Senses Hua Hin ‘Earth Spa’ (award winning)
dwp cityspace. A leading Thai design company wins a hat-trick of awards in Hong Kong. Earth Spa at Six Senses' Evason Hideaway in Hua Hin, winning a Gold Prize in Hotel Category for its originality, aesthetics and environmental concern, a perfect harmony of local wisdom and modern spa concept; Kristina Zanic, Director of dwp cityspace said “We are thrilled to have been recognized for our cutting-edge design and to have received these awards. We are proud of our achievement and honored to receive three awards in one year, considering this is our first time ever to enter a design [...]
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