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We must rethink hotel design for a brave new world

By David T'KInt 15 : 05 : 2020 Luxury : Hospitality : Travel

Luxury hotels are being challenged to swap opulent interiors for considered spaces and hygienic materials in order to future-proof the guest experience.

We must rethink hotel design for a brave new world

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