# Home-Comfort Muted Tonal Hotels Linehouse Uses Natural Materials for the Ying'nFlo Hotel By Amy Duong | Published 2023-05-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yingnflo References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2023/05/12/linehouse-yingnflo-hotel-hong-kong/) & [linehousedesign](https://linehousedesign.com/)  Shanghai-based interior design studio [Linehouse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cape-drive-residence) uses both [natural materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hotel-elyse-montmartre) and highlights a [muted tonal palette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mylos-hotel) to create the Ying'nFlo hotel. It is located in Wan Chai, Hong Kong -- it takes over a podium of a 24-story tower along a hilly street in Hong Kong. The Collectors Room welcomes guests at the entrance of the hotel and it has a neutral palette of hand-rendered walls, timber panels, and more. It is also decorated with a linen cabinet that showcases curated objects and artworks. The space has a communal oak table that is also a counter where guests are able to interact. It is connected to an outdoor terrace through sliding glazed doors that have bench seatings and an olive tree. Image Credit: Linehouse ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 16% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Natural Material Design:** There is an opportunity to incorporate natural and sustainable materials in hotel interiors for a more eco-friendly experience. - **Muted Tonal Palette:** Using a neutral color scheme can create a calming and peaceful atmosphere for guests staying at hotels. - **Communal Spaces:** Hotels can create communal areas that promote socialization and interaction among guests for a more personalized experience. ### Where This Applies - **Interior Design:** There is an opportunity for interior design firms to specialize in eco-friendly design using natural materials and muted tonal palettes to create unique hotel interiors. - **Hospitality:** Hotels can differentiate themselves by creating communal spaces that promote socialization and interaction among guests, which can lead to increased guest satisfaction and loyalty. - **Tourism:** Tourism companies can promote hotels that offer eco-friendly and personalized experiences, which can appeal to travelers looking for sustainable and unique experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Coastal View Island Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cape-drive-residence.md) - [Whimsical Urban Hotel Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artyzen-new-bund-31.md) - [Bamboo Forest-Inspired Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canter-and-gallop.md) - [Contemporary Sleek Boutique Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ni-hao-hotel.md) - [Tranquil Island Wellness Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanya-wellness-retreat.md) - [Saturated Tonal Maximalist Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/locke-hotel.md) - [Dynamic Layered Interior Cafés](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caf-tondo.md) - [Colour Immersion Hotel Suites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mandarin-oriental-suite.md) - [Local Craft-Incorporated Hotel Redesigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puro-hotel.md)