# Decadent Dessert Hotels The Adelphi Hotels Looks Good Enough to Eat By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-10-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adelphi-hotel References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2014/10/22/adelphi-hotel-by-fady-hachem/) & [hachem.au](http://www.hachem.com.au/) Fady Hachem redesigned the [Adelphi Hotel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxurious-home-basics) in Melbourne, Australia, following a change of ownership in 2013. The studio was enlisted to develop a bold new concept; one that would refresh the illustrious hotel, which has had its fair share of ups and downs. Hachem responded with the idea of a [dessert-themed hotel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specially-selected-ultimate-melting-baubles), transforming the existing structure into a "visual and experiential feast." The hotel's tagline encourages guests to 'Engage the Senses,' which isn't hard when they're faced with a smorgasbord of sensory cues. One need not think, but relax, and melt into their delectable surroundings. Beyond the decadence, however, the designers had to think long-term. The design was brought to life with a modest budget, meaning that every feature needed to be sustainable enough to last in the future. The [original shell was preserved](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pilgrm-hotel), and energy and water-efficient systems were implemented, along with recycling programs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Dessert-themed Hotels:** Opportunity to create unique hotel experiences and market differentiated products - **Sustainable Hospitality Design:** Opportunity to incorporate cost-savings and eco-friendly features that can appeal to growing eco-conscious consumer base - **Experiential Interior Design:** Opportunity to create immersive and memorable experiences for guests that can lead to positive word-of-mouth and repeat customers ### Sectors Adopting This - **Hospitality:** Opportunity to differentiate from competitors with unique offerings and sustainable design features - **Interior Design:** Opportunity to incorporate experiential design elements and incorporate sustainable practices in the design process - **Tourism:** Opportunity to attract guests seeking unique and memorable vacation experiences and prioritize eco-friendly choices ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Nightlife-Inspired Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/htel-chteau-deau.md) - [Spice-Inspired Hotel Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manly-pacific-hotel.md) - [Whimsically Designed Hotel Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cowley-manor-experimental.md) - [Decadent Dessert Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dessert-bar.md) - [Mansion-Topped Surreal Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marison-heler.md) - [Luxuriously Artistic Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/child-studio1.md) - [Saturated Tonal Maximalist Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/locke-hotel.md) - [Luxe Multidimensional Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abu-dhabi-chocolate.md) - [Elegant Interior Hotel Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tonen.md)