Kyoto's Ace Hotel will soon open its doors, presenting visitors with elegant interiors that blend modern sensibilities with nods to traditional Japanese aesthetic.
The space was created by Commune design as well as Architect Kengo Kuma. As always, this Ace Hotel location offers a hip and aesthetically pleasing space for guests to call home while traveling. Catering to a wide range of clientele, the Ace Hotel appeals to business travelers, as well as young adults looking for a fashionable getaway. According to Kelly Sawdon, the Chief Brand Officer at the Ace Hotel, "Commune has been a part of the Ace Hotel family for over 10 years, and their holistic approach to design and thorough research, admiration and support of Japanese craft and meaningful narratives felt like the perfect fit for Ace Hotel’s first Japanese outpost."
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Kyoto's Ace Hotel Will Open Its Doors Spring 2020
Trend Themes
1. Blending Modern and Traditional - The trend of blending modern sensibilities with nods to traditional Japanese aesthetic in hotel design presents an opportunity for innovative hospitality experiences.
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3. Holistic Design Approach - The trend of adopting a holistic design approach that integrates research, admiration, and support for Japanese craft and meaningful narratives in hotel design offers opportunities for unique and immersive guest experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can leverage the trend of blending modern and traditional design to create unique hotel experiences and attract a diverse range of customers.
2. Travel - The travel industry can capitalize on the trend of creating hip and aesthetically pleasing spaces in hotels to appeal to young adults and provide them with fashionable getaways.
3. Design - The design industry can embrace the trend of holistic design approach in hotel design to collaborate with hotel brands and create immersive and culturally significant spaces.