Hotel & Motel Management - June 2, 2008 - (Page 47)

www.HotelMotel.com/digital_edition HotelMotel.com | H&MM June 2, 2008 Design 47 SEATING BY HEATHER GUNTER, ASSOCIATE EDITOR Sitting pretty When it comes to lobby seating, think groupings with purpose that make the guest feel private yet part of a larger universe, said Jeff Ornstein, principal, J/Brice Design International. This could include game tables, desks, banquettes, chairs and ottomans that can be moved about to accommodate groups of various sizes—and that can morph throughout the day as the guests’ needs change, he said. “One test: Will guests sit down with strangers and begin a conversation? This is achieved by a less restrictive space plan and more ambiguous demarcations of outlets … let the spaces be more ﬂuid,” Ornstein said. “Groupings of soft seating with side tables and larger ‘community’ tables for people to gather around are key parts of the new lobby,” said Samantha The lobby lounge in the Marriott Wardman Park in Washington features adaptable seating. here. e’re t W Quotable e volum very E time y lead Ever nt e poi y pric Ever piece very E n catio ery lo Ev ment quire re Every etting ery s Ev style Every “ We’re seeing moveable conﬁgurations so you can be comfortable by yourself or with one or two others or with a group. There is more use of laptops. Key pieces are a terriﬁc wireless connection and nearby wall outlets. In some of those cases, more side tables are used for people to work on or eat.” . rnish to fu Start DOUG NYSSE, principal and hospitality team leader, Kahler Slater ONLINE EXTRA! For more on lobby seating, visit www.HotelMotel.com/seating. Complete selection. Complete service. The right furniture completes a room with style, comfort and functionality. And the right provider ensures that your order is always perfect. American of Martinsville gets it right every time. We offer a broad spectrum of casegoods, seating and accessories to complete your space — and comprehensive services to complete your needs and maximize your ROI. From design consultation and product customization to high-volume production and quick-turn delivery, we’re ready to serve you from beginning to end. For more info Company Circle No. Bauer International . . . . . . . . 294 Broyhill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295 Chairmasters . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 Church Chair . . . . . . . . . . . . 297 Gasser Chair . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 Eaton Seating. . . . . . . . . . . . 299 MTS Seating . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 North American Seating . . . . 301 276.632.2061 | 276.632.7894 fax | www.americanofmartinsville.com CIRCLE NO. 105 J/BRICE DESIGN INTERNATIONAL Murray, interior designer, DLR Group. “Spaces are less rigid, more like several living rooms in one area. Guests should feel at home. They should be comfortable moving around in the space and moving furniture to accommodate their group.” http://HotelMotel.com http://www.HotelMotel.com/digital_edition http://www.HotelMotel.com/seating http://www.americanofmartinsville.com http://www.americanofmartinsville.com

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