Since guests are increasingly prioritizing wellness, sustainability and immersive experiences, hotels transform their outdoor environments into multifunctional retreats, which combine comfort with nature. A research study of 2024 showed that 58% of traveling hotels preferred to introduce sustainability practices as the reduction of plastic and the promotion of environmentally friendly amenities, which emphasizes the growing importance of deliberate, guest-oriented external design in the guests. The fulfillment of these developing expectations requires more than just beautiful rooms – it requires thoughtful planning, permanent investments and flexible design solutions.
How can hospitality leaders choose the right furniture, plan seasonal needs and make sure that their investments outdoors pass the time of the time – and the elements?
In this episode of Meet yourself in the lobbyHost Melissa McCormack, Senior Director, Global Opportunities, and Dories Murphy, Director, Strategic Luxury Accounts at Avendra International, are with Michelle McGuire-Keckler, brand manager at Janus and Cie. Together, research the trends, materials and strategies that transform outdoors into guest experience.
Highlights from the conversation:
- Flexibility is king – Modular furniture and reconfigurable layouts enable the rooms to meet several purposes, from private cabanas to common restaurants.
- Shelf life corresponds to the design -Selection of climate, proper maintenance and procurement of suppliers with spare parts protects both aesthetic and capex investments.
- All year round potential for sales – Hotels can implement outdoor areas for wine tastings, spa treatments and special events, even in colder climate zones through tent or heated housings.
Michelle McGuire-Keckler is a sales specialist for hospitals with over 25 years of experience in the development of design, project management and customer relationship. In the past eight years she has worked with the luxurious outdoor institution manager Janus and Cie. Her career throws leadership roles in market development, sales and design advice and worked closely with builders, architects and interior designers to provide a high -quality, tailor -made solutions for hospitals. It is recognized for its know -how in relation to customer service management, market planning and the cope of projects from concept to installation in order to improve both functionality and guest experience.
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