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Claus Sendlinger's thoughts on curation and programming are something the hotel industry should be paying more attention to.
Deanna Ting, Skift | 7 years ago
The next big thing in hospitality is already taking place today, and it's all about curation and community.
Design was just one ingredient, albeit an essential one, for creating a boutique hotel both then and now.
Early on, Design Hotels narrowed in on the concept that innovative design was the foundation for any good brand experience. The company built on that by promoting the member hotel owners as expert curators of their local neighborhoods.
Greg Oates, Skift | 7 years ago
This is the best of both worlds for independent hotels: Keep your freedom, but get access to the a broader network. And Starwood can boast more destinations with little effort.
Jason Clampet, Skift | 8 years ago
Lifestyle hotel brands such as Starwood's Aloft and Element are growing substantially, but the smaller number of rooms in these properties is weighing down Starwood's growth. Starwood is looking at some creative ways and partnerships to jumpstart room growth.
Dennis Schaal, Skift | 10 years ago
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Design Hotels CEO believes that editorial content, special events/venues, and pop-up hotels have become the most significant differentiators in hospitality
Greg Oates, Skift | 10 years ago
