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Design Ideas from The Public in Chicago
By Sara Bliss on February 12, 2013I have to admit when The Public hotel in Chicago launched last year I didn’t rush to write about it mainly because the all-white (or cream in this case) rooms seemed to be more of the same for hotelier Ian Schrager. He’s done the all-white thing in almost every hotel from the Royalton to his Marriott co-brand Edition). However, a friend who […] -
Stealing Cool Hotel Design Ideas: Walls Lined with Salvaged Wood Planks
By Sara Bliss on February 4, 2013Check out these columns lined with salvaged wood planks at The Public in Chicago. Imagine if these columns were simply white, the space would feel much more conventional. However, the vintage wood gives the room an edge, bringing a more rugged, masculine energy. If you’ve got a space that is lacking in architectural detail, or a room that needs something […] -
Get the Look: The Lowell Hotel
By Sara Bliss on January 30, 2013As promised, here’s the Get The Look for the lovely Upper East side hotel The Lowell. Here are a few reminder pics of my recent post, followed by a few ideas to get a similar look at home. There are even a few finds from Lowe’s and Amazon.com proving you can definitely crib the look for less. Enjoy! In the […] -
Hotelier Antonio Sersale checks into The Lowell
By Sara Bliss on January 21, 2013Le Sirenuse, perched cliffside in Positano is a cult favorite for in-the-know travelers who rave about the gorgeous views, lively restaurant, and intimate feel. The property was once the summer home of the Sersale family who turned their antiques-filled mansion into a hotel in 1951. Beautifully designed, the rooms are individually decorated with unique antiques, art, and local tiles, maintaining the […] -
Get The Look: Cecconi’s Lights at Soho Beach House
By Sara Bliss on January 15, 2013A while back I wrote about the design at Cecconi’s, the hotspot restaurant at Soho Beach House. With silver buttonwood trees, twinkling lights and long George Smith Chesterfield sofas for lounging over dinner, designer Vicky Charles did a wonderful job of creating a dreamy, relaxed vibe. Cecconi’s provides so much design inspiration, from pulling up a sofa to your dining […] -
Design Destinations: 10 Favorite New Hotels for 2012
By Sara Bliss on January 7, 2013The big trends in hotels this year? Standing out and blending in. I was happy to see that many hotels are using design and architecture to create signature environments that are incredibly unique. So original in fact that they don’t resemble conventional hotel design at all. From the quirky & glamorous Saint James in Paris to Francis Ford Coppola’s latest masterpiece Palazzo Margherita, the […]
Archive for 2013
SARA BLISSAs a freelance design and travel writer, I am always on the lookout for the most innovative and glamorous hotels. I started Hotel Chic as a travel/design blog to showcase the coolest hotels around the globe, and show you how to bring the look home. Whether you use this site to plan your next trip, redecorate your bedroom, or check into an amazing hotel without leaving your couch, I hope Hotel Chic will be a source of inspiration. Read full bio.