900: Redefining Hotel Design with Instagrammable Moments & Experiential Spaces

No Vacancy Live!

In this episode of No Vacancy Live, Glenn has a phenomenal guest— Monika Nessbach - NCIDQ, RID, MBA, IIDA from DESIGNBAR. Together, they discuss the evolving world of hotel design, including experiential spaces, biophilia, and how social media is reshaping how guests interact with hospitality environments.

Tune in as Monika shares her insights on:

The importance of Instagrammable moments and how they create free marketing for hotels.

Shifting from static design to dynamic, film-like spaces that align with social media trends.

The role of biophilic design in improving guest experiences and well-being.

The integration of circadian lighting and how it enhances restaurant and hotel environments.

Creating memorable guest experiences through thoughtful design that combines aesthetics, functionality, and social media appeal.

Monika’s experience designing unique spaces like restaurants and how design storytelling elevates the overall guest experience.

Plus, don’t miss how her design philosophy continues to push boundaries in hospitality.

Main Points:

*Instagrammable moments and dynamic design in hospitality.

*The role of biophilia and circadian lighting in enhancing guest experience.

*Experiential design: blending aesthetics and function.

*Social media’s impact on hotel marketing and guest interactions.

*The importance of storytelling through design in hospitality.

See slideshow here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/wbtx6hmo5epv5yj3gn27s/designbar.pdf?rlkey=lrxtke2rnsvj43dljvel19hxj&dl=0