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18 January 2012
By The HNN editorial staff


 

Today’s architects design, build experiences
By John Buchanan, HotelNewsNow.com Contributor
Consumers have unprecedented power over market trends, so today’s hotel architects focus on the guest experience and enhancing that experience on multiple levels.
 


Atlanta Marriott Marquis is unique, timeless
By Alissa Ponchione, Reporter
John C. Portman’s unique design aesthetic contributed in making a timeless hotel that continues to be a part of the Peachtree center, an iconic landmark in Atlanta.
 


Construction financing market challenging
By Shawn A. Turner, Finance Editor
The pace of construction debt flowing into the hotel sector has all but slowed to a trickle, lending experts report.


Rising steel prices don't deter renovations
By Jason Q. Freed, News Editor-Americas
Construction companies are turning to renovation work as their main business driver, but the price of steel—up as much as 50% during the past two years—has become a hindrance.


Blog: Cutting edge or on the edge?
By Jeff Higley, Editorial Director
Time-lapse video of a 30-story hotel built in 15 days goes viral and is another example of how cutting-edge thinking can change the hotel industry.


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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