# Homey Boutique Hotel Designs The Lokal Hotel in Philadelphia Boasts Good Design and Comfort By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-05-19 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boutique-hotel-designs References: [staylokal](http://staylokal.com/about/) When it comes to boutique hotel designs, it is often the case that the interiors are characterless and mundane, not offering that personal and welcoming vibe that travelers look for when visiting a new place. The Lokal Hotel in Philadelphia seeks to embrace its regional charm and provide a room, which guests can temporally call home. This is a good example of how the [hospitality industry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moxy-montreal-downtown) is focusing on fostering a [homey experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amsterdam-zuid) to its guests. The establishment is curated by a husband and wife duo, who are avid travelers and noticed the unfortunate approach to boutique hotel designs. Striving to escape "the same beige walls and maroon paisley bedspread" aesthetic, the entrepreneurs build a design-forward hotel that is catered to embody the local Philadelphian experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Personalized Hospitality:** By focusing on providing a homey experience, the hospitality industry can personalize the stay for guests and create a unique and memorable experience. - **Design-forward Hotels:** The rise of design-focused boutique hotels presents an opportunity for the hospitality industry to attract guests who appreciate aesthetics and unique interiors. - **Embracing Regional Charm:** Boutique hotels that embrace the local culture and design elements can offer a more authentic and immersive experience for travelers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can leverage homey designs and personalized experiences to differentiate themselves and attract more guests. - **Interior Design:** The demand for design-forward boutique hotels creates opportunities for interior designers and architects to showcase their creativity and expertise. - **Tourism:** The emphasis on embracing regional charm in boutique hotel designs can enhance the tourism experience by providing a more authentic and culturally immersive stay. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cozy Contemporary Hotel Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woodlark-hotel.md) - [Vibrant Playful Boutique Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yowie-hotel.md) - [Local Craft-Incorporated Hotel Redesigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puro-hotel.md) - [Retro-Inspired Boutique Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hoxton.md) - [Rugged Charming Hotel Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-longfellow-hotel.md) - [Bespoke Furniture Hotel Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/locke-hotel-2.md) - [Tranquil Secluded Retreat Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-brecon.md) - [Mountainside-Inspired Bespoke Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bouchardon-hotel.md) - [Classically Inspired Localized Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hotel-henrietta.md)