Hotel furniture design: materials and bespoke solutions
2024-12-04.
Hotel furniture design must strike a balance between functionality, durability and aesthetics. Each piece forms part of the guest experience and, at the same time, must meet the demands of an environment subject to constant use. Choosing durable, easy-to-maintain solutions that are tailored to each space also helps to minimise future maintenance work and improve the establishment’s efficiency.
The importance of modern furnishings in the hotel sector
Furniture is one of the aspects most valued by hotel guests, as it directly influences their comfort and perception of the environment. In a highly competitive industry, the design of quality modern furniture is key to building customer loyalty and recommendations, thus attracting new audiences.
Perfect furnishings not only enhance the experience, but also optimise the hotel's operations.
In this sense, it is vital to opt for highly resistant materials, which on the one hand reduce maintenance costs, and on the other, make the hotel a more sustainable place. These elements are essential to increase profitability and efficiency in a high-traffic environment such as the hotel.
Modular and flexible designs are becoming increasingly popular, as they make it easier to renovate environments without the need for major renovations. The same is true of our cladding created with Fitwall® and Alluslate® , which stand out for their agile installation and removal.
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Fitwall® Arco y Materica Sand
How to choose furniture for hotels and the hospitality sector
The design of modern furniture for hotels must respond to the needs of the sector, combining aesthetics and practicality in each piece.
Minimalist and attractive styling for hotel spaces
Contemporary hotel furniture tends to favour a minimalist and elegant style, with visually clean, orderly and balanced spaces. This approach fosters an atmosphere of calm and comfort, where each piece fulfils a specific function and helps to reinforce the establishment’s identity.
In the design of luxury hotel furniture, minimalism embraces a refined aesthetic, where each element is seamlessly integrated into the overall design. The choice of high-quality materials and the use of seamless surfaces reinforce the sense of sophistication, whilst a palette of neutral tones brings harmony to the environment. This approach allows for the creation of elegant and welcoming spaces, where lighting and decorative details complement the design without detracting from it.
Fitwall® Wood Dodge
Alluslate® Peak Acero
High quality materials for strength and durability
In the hotel industry, furniture is exposed to intensive daily use, which requires durable materials that maintain their appearance over time.
Materials such as Krion®, Fitwall® and Alluslate® offer exceptional wear resistance, and the former can be easily repaired.
Easy maintenance and quick cleaning
Ease of cleaning and low maintenance are also crucial in hotels. Materials that offer smooth, almost pore-free surfaces, such as Krion®, are ideal for this environment as they prevent the build-up of bacteria and dirt, keeping spaces hygienic with less effort and therefore cost.
Sustainability in hospitality materials
More and more hotels are looking to be more environmentally friendly, and furniture is no exception. Sustainable and low environmental impact materials, such as those we offer, are perfect for establishments that want to reduce their footprint without sacrificing stylish and functional design.
Advantages of Krion materials in hotel furniture
Some of our most innovative materials can be key allies in the design of modern hotel furniture.
Krion®: strength, customisation and sustainability
Krion® LUX meets the demands of hotel furniture thanks to its durability, its virtually zero porosity and its ease of cleaning and maintenance. These properties make it particularly suitable for items subject to frequent use, such as reception desks, worktops or bespoke furniture.
Its concept of limitless design expands the creative possibilities of the project. Krion® LUX can be cut, joined and thermoformed to create continuous surfaces, curved shapes and bespoke pieces, enabling the development of solutions that adapt to both the space and the aesthetic identity of each hotel.
Krion® Willow Velvet Blue
Alluslate® applied to modern hotel furniture
Alluslate® stands out for its lightness, large format and ease of installation – qualities that make it easy to incorporate into furniture and interior surfaces. These characteristics allow pieces to be refurbished or clad more efficiently, with fewer joints.
Its variety of designs and finishes also offers numerous aesthetic possibilities, making it easy to integrate into hotel projects of very different styles.
Fitwall® for modern hotel furniture design
Fitwall® adds texture and relief through finishes that reproduce materials and surfaces with a high degree of realism. It can be incorporated into fronts, headboards, walls and other decorative elements to reinforce the visual identity of spaces.
Its format also facilitates the refurbishment of interiors, and its composition incorporates recycled PET, combining decorative possibilities with sustainability criteria.
Applications of our materials in the design of customised hotel furnishings
Krion®, Fitwall® and Alluslate® are highly versatile and can be integrated into various areas of the hotel, bringing style and functionality to every corner.
Room furnishings
In bedrooms, furniture should combine comfort and aesthetics. Headboards with Fitwall® add a warm and sophisticated touch, while furniture made with Krion® or Alluslate® offers strength and design.
Fitwall® Palm Mediterranean
Bathroom furniture
Hotel bathrooms demand hygienic and hardwearing materials. Krion® Shell worktops offer a flawless finish and a surface that is resistant to moisture and bacteria, ideal for this environment, while Alluslate® panels are perfect for cladding walls and showers, adding a touch of design without compromising functionality.
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Beyond the materials, we provide you with bathroom furniture that is ideal for hotels.
This is the case of the Spirit washbasin unit, which brings greater functionality to the Krion Shell® series. Available in different sizes and compatible with worktops from the NER, Kole, Smart, One and Natural series.
Another good example is the NER column, designed to optimise storage. This piece is the latest addition to the signature collection designed by Fran Silvestre in collaboration with our product development department.
Common areas and reception furniture
Fitwall® Rolling Vulcan Sand
Common areas, such as the reception or lobby, are spaces where modern furniture design should create the best impression.
Krion® Lux Nebula Vanilla and Grigio
With Fitwall®, countertops and decorative walls can be designed with a unique, textured style. Krion® is excellent for creating strong, visually striking surfaces for counters and other frequently used furniture, while Alluslate® gives your designs a reality worthy of a luxury hotel.
Furniture for restaurants and breakfast areas
Restaurants and breakfast areas require furniture capable of withstanding heavy use and frequent cleaning. Krion® LUX allows for the creation of custom-made bars, worktops, counters and other elements with seamless surfaces and imperceptible joints. Its virtually zero porosity, ease of cleaning and reparability make it a particularly suitable solution for hotel spaces where hygiene, durability and design must go hand in hand.
Bespoke furniture for hotels: from design to installation
Bespoke furniture allows each piece to be tailored to the hotel’s dimensions, intended uses and aesthetic. Before starting the project, it is advisable to precisely define the available dimensions, the function of each element, the anticipated level of use, the desired finishes and maintenance requirements. It is also important to clarify aspects such as installations, junctions with other materials and any potential constraints on assembly.
Bespoke furniture allows each piece to be adapted to the hotel’s dimensions, style and specific requirements. To develop the project, it is important to define aspects such as dimensions, intended use, finishes, maintenance and installation conditions right from the start.
Good planning ensures that the design can be correctly translated into production and assembly, avoiding unnecessary adjustments and achieving a more precise integration of the furniture into the space.
Modern hotel furniture design requires careful selection of materials and pieces that combine style, durability and ease of maintenance.
If you are interested in designing a hotel that reflects modernity and functionality in every detail, do not hesitate to explore our proposals for the sector.