Caitlin St John

Astoria, New York

Senior Digital Editor at Hospitality Design Magazine

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Articles

Five on Friday: June 6th, 2025

3 weeks ago | hospitalitydesign.com | Caitlin St John

Barry Sternlicht has a warning for big hotel chains, Egypt readies to move ahead on Red Sea bridge, and ‘shoebox’ guestrooms entice solo travelers without cutting corners on style. All that and more in this week’s Five on Friday. New York’s high-end furniture scene is embracing a quieter, more curated approach, trading street-level storefronts for discreet lofts, warehouses, and repurposed apartments, writes The New York Times.
Five on Friday: April 25th, 2025

2 months ago | hospitalitydesign.com | Caitlin St John

Sustainable wood skyscrapers redefine U.S. skylines, Gen Z and millennials are booking more cruises, and Windham Mountain Club aims to become a year-round destination. All that and more in this week’s Five on Friday. Cruise lines are putting more focus on attracting Gen Z and millennials travelers, who now represent a significant portion of the cruise market.
16 New Finds From Salone del Mobile 2025

2 months ago | hospitalitydesign.com | Caitlin St John

16 New Finds From Salone del Mobile 2025 16 New Finds From Salone del Mobile 2025 The sculptural Lambda, from Rimadesio‘s Modernity Flow line by Giuseppe Bavuso, strikes a balance between visual lightness and structural solidity. Available with a round and elliptical top, the table is reminiscent of the Greek letter from which it takes its name thanks to a base comprising two rectilinear pieces bending upwards to converge in the center.
Palm House Hotel Pays Homage to the Past

2 months ago | hospitalitydesign.com | Caitlin St John

A collaboration between Cooper Carry and Muza Lab, the revitalization of the historic Palm House hotel in Palm Beach, Florida blends timeless charm with modern luxury. Bernhardt Hospitality played a crucial role in the five-year project by providing custom casegoods, seating, and outdoor furniture that seamlessly integrate with the hotel’s elegant design. The vision for the Palm House hotel was to create a space that honors its rich heritage while embracing contemporary sophistication.
Five on Friday: April 4th, 2025

2 months ago | hospitalitydesign.com | Caitlin St John

Trump rolls out risky new tariffs, Osaka readies for its second World Expo, and the man behind One World Trade Center dies. All that and more in this week’s Five on Friday. Designboom takes an in-depth look at what’s to come at Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan. Kicking off April 13th, the World’s Fair will run for six months on the artificial island of Yumeshima, located southwest of Maishima island.
Las Vegas Sets the Stage for a Transformative Year

Feb 26, 2025 | hospitalitydesign.com | Caitlin St John

From restaurant openings to large-scale renovations, Sin City continues to reinvent itself With major projects underway both on and off the Las Vegas Strip—like the Athletics’ 33,000-seat stadium designed by Bjarke Ingels Group and Brightline West, a 218-mile, all-electric high-speed rail service between Las Vegas and Rancho Cucamonga in Southern California (both slated for completion in 2028)—2025 is shaping up to be another banner year in Sin City. According to the Las Vegas Convention and...
8 Product Design Trends for 2025, According to Designers

Feb 18, 2025 | hospitalitydesign.com | Caitlin St John

As the design world embraces eclecticism and out-of-the-box thinking, there is a move away from mass-produced, machine-made pieces in favor of more bespoke, handmade options. Product design, specifically, is leaning into a rich blend of artisanal, handcrafted elements and unexpected material pairings. Here, designers share the trends they are embracing to craft spaces that feel intentional, grounded, and unique.
Five on Friday: February 7th, 2025

Feb 7, 2025 | hospitalitydesign.com | Caitlin St John

Starwood Hotels makes its comeback, Pharrell Williams invests in a 17th-century Paris hotel, and U.S. restaurants react to Trump’s immigration crackdown. All that and more in this week’s Five on Friday. American billionaire Barry Sternlicht has announced plans to rename his hotel management company, SH Hotels & Resorts—which comprises 14 properties under the 1 Hotels, Baccarat Hotels, Treehouse Hotels, and SH Collection banners—to Starwood Hotels, reports Skift.
8 Hotel Design Trends for 2025, According to Designers

Jan 29, 2025 | hospitalitydesign.com | Caitlin St John

The design of a hotel or resort influences every facet of the guest experience. To get a sense of where hospitality is headed in the year ahead, we asked interior design leaders to share what they predict travelers will be seeing of more in 2025. “We’re seeing a shift away from conventional, compartmentalized hotel layouts toward more fluid, purpose-driven spaces. Spaces that were once underutilized—oversized lobbies or redundant amenities—are being reimagined into dynamic, multifunctional areas.
Trendspotting: Spacious, Ultra-Luxury Hotel Suites

Jan 11, 2025 | hospitalitydesign.com | Caitlin St John

Suites have long added an air of luxury to hotels. Today, designers and brands are pushing the boundaries, delivering sprawling flexible spaces for an ultra high-end experience. “Suites have gotten more significant over time, offering more amenities,” says Greg Keffer, partner and studio leader at Rockwell Group. “The narrative around what they are and how they tell the story of their property and brand has gotten richer.