HOTEL ARCHI­TECTURE

Hotel architecture refers to the planning and design of hotel buildings and their interiors. Architecture refers to the building in general, including its shape, floor plans, technology and external appearance. Interior design, on the other hand, focuses mainly on the interior design, such as the choice of colors, furniture, textiles and lighting. Hotel architects and interior designers work closely together to create a harmonious overall picture. Hotel architecture takes into account functional requirements, building services, high-quality design, hotel interior style, comfort and sustainability to create the perfect guest experience.

A hotel architect plans, designs and supervises a hotel project. Hotel planners and architects work closely with hoteliers, craftsmen and project managers. They develop the conceptual design, create draft plans, approval plans and execution plans and select furniture, materials and colors. In addition, they always keep an eye on the budget and sustainability concept.

The interior designers at APPIA Contract GmbH plan and visualize the following hotel areas:

• Hotel rooms and suites
• (Serviced) apartments
• Hotel bathroom and WC
• Staff rooms
• Hotel reception
• Hotel lobby and hotel bar
• Hotel restaurant and terrace
• Meeting rooms, e.g. conference room, meeting room
• Spa areas with wellness, sauna, pool, relaxation room

The hotel architecture of a luxury hotel and a budget hotel differs in several ways:

• Room size and room design: while luxury hotels offer spacious suites with plenty of room and sometimes separate sleeping and living areas, budget hotels have smaller rooms that are limited to the most important functions (sleeping, working, hygiene).
• Materials: Budget hotels generally use less expensive materials for hotel interiors.
• Hotel amenities: Luxury hotels usually offer many amenities such as various restaurants, bars, fitness center, pool, spa area and many more.
• Location: While luxury hotels are usually placed in prime locations with spectacular views, such as on beaches or in the old town, budget hotels are often found near major transportation hubs, e.g. in the city center, at train stations or airports.

Hotel guests have far more expectations of a hotel than comfortable beds and good food. They want to feel comfortable, inspired and entertained. An interior design that tells stories and arouses positive emotions is crucial for this. A coherent overall concept creates a positive feeling and at the same time sets the hotel apart from the competition. The Appia interior design team takes all these factors into account and gives each hotel its unmistakable character with tailor-made design concepts.

The architecture of a hotel and a residential building differs in terms of function. While hotels are designed to accommodate guests for a short time, residential buildings are designed for permanent use by the same people. Hotel rooms are usually smaller and more functional than apartments or houses and offer less privacy, as areas such as the restaurant or spa are shared with other guests. Hotels impress with exceptional interior design in order to offer guests an experience. The architecture of a residential building is usually timeless.