Month: November 2018

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BMA House, EDGE Venues+ Member, Award Winners

BMA House, an EDGE venues+ member has won the Hire Space prestigious Greenest Venue Award.

On Wednesday 24th October the BMA House events team saw the unveiling of the 2018 Hire Space Awards at Museum of London. This celebrated high achievers in the events industry within 15 categories. The team were shortlisted as a finalist in the Forward-Thinking Venues category for ‘Greenest Venue’, as well as the top senior sales and events planner, Hannah Anderson being nominated as ‘Unsung Hero’.

Up against strong competition from Lord’s Cricket Ground and ORTUS, they were lucky enough to win this prestigious ‘Greenest Venue’ award!


We are one proud events team! Winning this award has made all our efforts seem worthwhile. Our venue places sustainability at the heart of everything we do and we’ll continue to support sustainable events and encourage our organisers and delegates to do the same. Furthermore, achieving a Gold accreditation in Green Tourism in 2017, one of just five venues in London, was no mean feat for a Grade II listed building. This prestigious certification was awarded for our inspirational environmental ethos and excellent practices throughout the business. In turn this led to us winning this award. But for now, we’ll continue to celebrate this great achievement!


Rebecca Hurley, Venue Marketing Manager
The BMA House team at the Hire Space winning the Greenest Venue Award

The Hire Space Awards celebrate the very best of the events industry by recognising and rewarding hard working, innovative and forward-thinking venues and event organisers from across the UK.

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Latest openings from NH Hotels

With more than 380 hotels in the NH Hotels Group, we’ve got everything you need to know on their newest offerings across Europe…

NH Essen – Germany

This new hotel with 182 rooms is located in the pedestrian zone of the city. Rest in one of its industrial looking rooms and contemplate the Essen skyline from the balconies on the rooms on the 6th floor.

NH Essen - Germany

nhow Marseille – France

This hotel was previously the NH Marseille Palm Beach but has been completely renovated and reopened as a nhow branded property, contemporary and design-led.  It is on the waterfront, about 10 minutes’ walk from the city centre.  The meeting space is multi-functional and the auditorium has capacity for 300 in theatre-style.   There are terraces which can be used for dinners and receptions.



NH Collection Eindhoven Centre – The Netherlands

This hotel opened a year ago and has now become the first 5-star hotel in the city of Eindhoven. It is located in the city centre. There are 6 meeting rooms, with flexible space and a maximum capacity of 160 theatre-style in the largest configuration.  The rooftop bar and terrace have beautiful views over the city.

NH Graz City – Austria

NH Graz City – Austria This hotel is located in the centre of Graz, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site.  It doesn’t have any meeting rooms, but the Congress Graz is within walking distance.

NH Graz City - Austria

Two more NH Hotels opening shortly…

The NH Collection Valencia Colon, will open on 15th November and it is right in the centre of Valencia.  It’s a boutique property with 47 bedrooms, but no meeting space.

The NH Toulouse Airport will open in January 2019.  It will have 12 meeting rooms and 148 bedrooms.

Want to know more? Find out what other NH Hotels have to offer here.

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Hotel Principe Di Savoia Renovates Events Space

Hotel Principe Di Savoia Renovates Events Space
Hotel Principe Di Savoia Renovates Events Space
Dorchester Collection’s Milanese property, Hotel Principe di Savoia has renovated its event spaces. Dominating the Piazza della Repubblica in Milan, the landmark neo-classical building has been the natural home for international travellers and cosmopolitan society since the 1920s. The rerfurb of the events spaces has seen an update of the banqueting rooms, which will see a new design with softer fabrics, colours and the latest technology. Guests can choose from 301 rooms at the hotel, 44 of which are suites. The Principe has a total of 11 exclusive events spaces, which can be combined upon request, and the largest meeting space of any five-star hotel in Milan, accommodating up to 1000 guests across 1112 sqm.
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The Curtain Launches The Design Studio

The Curtain launches The Design Studio
The Curtain launches The Design Studio

A year on from its opening, The Curtain, a lifestyle hotel and members club in east London has launched The Design Studio, described as “an innovative new co-working space that mixes business with pleasure”. Open to The Curtain’s members and hotel guests, the Design Studio “functions both as a space to work and a cultural space, garlanded with beautiful artwork and a schedule of events and talks planned for the coming months”.




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Kimpton® Hotels & Restaurants opens its doors to London

The brand makes its UK debut with the opening of Kimpton® Fitzroy London

Kimpton® Fitzroy London, the first UK hotel from boutique luxury brand, Kimpton® Hotels & Restaurants, opens its doors in London’s Bloomsbury neighbourhood. The hotel combines late-Victorian heritage with a quirky, modern vibe. The existing glamour of the building paired with Kimpton’s signature heartfelt service brings a new hotel offering to London that delivers exclusivity for everyone.

Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants

Set on Russell Square within an iconic Grade II listed heritage building dating back to 1898, design-led Kimpton Fitzroy London features 334 luxurious rooms and suites, a large ballroom, various restaurants and bars, modern meeting rooms and a 24-hour fitness centre.

A true homage to British history and design, the hotel is named after the original architect of the building, Charles Fitzroy Doll, a Titan of British architecture in the Victorian and Edwardian eras.  The interior features striking, contemporary design by lead designer Tara Bernerd & Partners that thoughtfully honours the building’s heritage. The bedrooms are decorated with Kimpton’s bold and playful edge and include unexpected touches such as unique, contemporary artwork and vibrant floral cushions, featuring a bespoke design by British textile artist Kit Miles.

Kimpton Fitzroy London offers Kimpton’s much-loved signature touches including in-room yoga mats, complimentary bikes to explore the city, tea and coffee to fuel up for the day, and welcomes pets to stay for free. In true Kimpton style, perks take on a local slant and the hotel will host a complimentary champagne hour – a daily social gathering for hotel guests.

“This hotel will bring a new luxury approach to the UK– a more inclusive style of luxury as opposed to museum-like spaces so guests don’t need to keep their voices down in the lobby, or wear a suit jacket to dinner. A defining trait for the Kimpton brand is the focus on heartfelt human connections. We want guests to enjoy the glamour of a historic iconic building but still feel free to be themselves. It’s an approach we’re excited to bring to London, as we know it’s what guests in this city are craving.”

Paul Walters, General Manager of Kimpton Fitzroy London

Kimpton Fitzroy London has an interior courtyard, the Palm Court, which provides a peaceful oasis away from the hustle and bustle of central London. Neptune restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner with a range of modern seafood dishes courtesy of duo Brett Redman and Margaret Crow in a stylish, yet relaxed environment. The 1920’s inspired Fitz’s is the spot to enjoy an evening cocktail while Burr & Co. coffee house awaits guests and locals throughout the day. Neptune, Fitz’s and Burr & Co. have all been designed by Russell Sage Studio.

Overlooking Bloomsbury’s Russell Square and only two minutes’ walk from Russell Square tube station, the hotel is located steps away from The British Museum, Lambs Conduit street and London’s West End, making Kimpton Fitzroy London the perfect base from which to explore all that the British capital has to offer.

Next year will see a continuation of the Kimpton brand’s momentum, with additional hotel openings in key UK cities including Edinburgh, Glasgow and Manchester. Kimpton first launched in Europe in 2017 with the opening of Kimpton De Witt in Amsterdam, and since then the brand has rapidly increased its global footprint following signings in Barcelona, set to open in 2019, Tokyo and Paris, both set to open in 2020 and Frankfurt due to open in 2023. In the next few months Kimpton Da An Hotel in Taipei will also open its doors, the first Kimpton hotel in Asia.

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Lavish experience at Adare Manor

Adare Manor offers guests a lavish welcome and unforgettable hospitality in a spellbinding setting. The lush parkland and pristine woods of Adare Manor’s 840 acre estate provide a tranquil backdrop for this truly magical castle hotel, which overlooks the banks of County Limerick’s beautiful River Maigue. Every lovingly restored detail of the neo-gothic Manor House is a testament to the devotion to excellence and passion for beauty at the heart of the Adare Manor experience.

Lavish experience at Adare Manor

Dating back to 1832, the construction of Adare Manor was a labour of love for the Earls of Dunraven, and was cherished as their family home for generations. Today, it is one of Ireland’s most spellbinding luxury destinations. Each of the 104 guest rooms and suites combine authentic, immersive historical character and exceptional modern comfort. Guests will find air conditioning in every room, elevators to all floors, and seamlessly integrated technology designed to provide a fully personalised experience for every visitor.

For special events, international conferences, and weddings, the Grand Ballroom provides a spectacular reception venue for up to 350 people. The culinary offerings at Adare Manor have been  created to showcase the very best of fresh, artisanal Irish ingredients, from a candlelit tasting menu experience in The Oak Room to the effortless elegance of The Carriage House and private dining spaces or the innovative cocktails of The Tack Room. Within the Manor House, opportunities for relaxation and entertainment include the private luxury cinema, captivating historical tours, and the first La Mer Spa in Ireland and the UK.

The 840 acres of Adare Manor’s beautiful, lavish estate include formal and walled gardens, woodlands and rolling parklands. Enhanced through loving restoration and landscaping, they are a dazzling environment for a huge range of exciting activities.

Adare Manor on-site activities

• 18 hole championship golf course
• Spa treatments by La Mer
• Falconry
• Archery
• Clay pigeon shooting
• Cycling
• Gun dog experience
• Fishing on the River Maigue
• Historical tours
• Walking and running trails
• Children’s fairy walk in the woodlands

For those in search of adventure further afield, Adare Manor can arrange horseback riding, game shooting, and other exhilarating activities within a short drive of the estate.

Adare Manor events and conferencing

Ballroom (Divisible by 3)
• Banqueting style: 350 guests
• Theatre style: 440 guests
• Classroom style: 216 guests
• Boardroom style: 120 guests
• U Shaped: 120 guests

Boardroom
• 30 guests

Cinema
• 28 guests

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Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park To Reopen Public Spaces This December

 

Concurrently, Dinner by Heston Blumenthal and Bar Boulud will reopen. The former, which will relaunch under the leadership of chef John Barber, promises classic French cuisine with a contemporary British twist. The latter, helmed by chef Ashley Palmer-Watts, will unveil a new selection of dishes while continuing to offer its famous “meat fruit” chicken liver parfait. The Rosebery, which offers an afternoon tea service and treats by executive pastry chef Paul Thieblemont, will also be open to the public.

The Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park will partially reopen on Dec. 4, having undergone extensive repairs and renovations since a fire in June, after which the hotel was shuttered. The hotel will initially reopen revamped public areas, restaurants, the spa and event spaces. A full reopening, including the unveiling of all new guest rooms and suites, is slated for spring 2019. The updated public spaces include the transformed lobby lounge and reception areas created by designer Joyce Wang, both of which will be anchored by floral-inspired glass chandeliers. Restoration of the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park’s event spaces — including the Loggia, Ballroom, Asquith and Balfour venues — has also been spearheaded by Wang.

 

Concurrently, Dinner by Heston Blumenthal and Bar Boulud will reopen. The former, which will relaunch under the leadership of chef John Barber, promises classic French cuisine with a contemporary British twist. The latter, helmed by chef Ashley Palmer-Watts, will unveil a new selection of dishes while continuing to offer its famous “meat fruit” chicken liver parfait. The Rosebery, which offers an afternoon tea service and treats by executive pastry chef Paul Thieblemont, will also be open to the public.

The Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park will partially reopen on Dec. 4, having undergone extensive repairs and renovations since a fire in June, after which the hotel was shuttered. The hotel will initially reopen revamped public areas, restaurants, the spa and event spaces. A full reopening, including the unveiling of all new guest rooms and suites, is slated for spring 2019. The updated public spaces include the transformed lobby lounge and reception areas created by designer Joyce Wang, both of which will be anchored by floral-inspired glass chandeliers. Restoration of the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park’s event spaces — including the Loggia, Ballroom, Asquith and Balfour venues — has also been spearheaded by Wang.

 

Concurrently, Dinner by Heston Blumenthal and Bar Boulud will reopen. The former, which will relaunch under the leadership of chef John Barber, promises classic French cuisine with a contemporary British twist. The latter, helmed by chef Ashley Palmer-Watts, will unveil a new selection of dishes while continuing to offer its famous “meat fruit” chicken liver parfait. The Rosebery, which offers an afternoon tea service and treats by executive pastry chef Paul Thieblemont, will also be open to the public.

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Pan Pacific To Debut In London’S One Bishopsgate Plaza In 2020

Pan Pacific to debut in London's One Bishopsgate Plaza in 2020
Pan Pacific to debut in London's One Bishopsgate Plaza in 2020

London’s first Pan Pacific hotel is set to open at the City’s One Bishopsgate Plaza in 2020, this will be the first for the Pan Pacific group in the UK.

The 43-storey development will comprise 160 luxury apartments and the 237-bedroom, five-star hotel.


The hotel will feature a meeting and events space, including a double-height ballroom, which will accommodate a banquet for up to 370 guests. The property is also set to have a fourth-floor pool, spa and fitness centre.


Pan Pacific is one of two hotel brands owned by Singaporean property group UOL. Pan Pacific Hotels Group has a portfolio of nearly 40 upscale hotels, resorts and serviced suites in Asia Pacific and North America.

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Edition Hotel To Open In Abu Dhabi In November

Edition Hotel to open in Abu Dhabi in November
Edition Hotel to open in Abu Dhabi in November

The first Edition Hotel in the Middle East, with 198 rooms and suites as well as 57 exclusive residences is due to open in November

Located along a marina, the Abu Dhabi Edition is the first from the brand to open in the Middle East and is set on Al Bateen peninsula, 20 minutes from the beaches of Saadiyat.


The building also includes a terrace, lounge along with three floors of space in which to socialise including a rooftop garden bar. For events, the hotel’s forum, a 654 sqm grand ballroom has seating for 450 guests. The private event space also houses a pre-function area with two bridal suites and a Majlis as well as an executive boardroom, meeting rooms and business centre.



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Greetings from The Barcelona EDITION

Having just opened this summer The Barcelona EDITION is thrilled to be welcoming their first guests through their doors and having a lot of fun doing so!

At The Barcelona EDITION, they can host an array of events including product launches, board meetings, incentives & social parties. With 5 spaces welcoming from 10 to 130 guests. 

Here’s a sneak peak into some of the event space they have available…

PUNCH ROOM – The Barcelona EDITION

A fresh incarnation of The London EDITION’s award-winning Punch Room occupies the mezzanine floor. This space is adapted seamlessly to suit the Barcelona zeitgeist, with daily punch tasters and a creative menu using local spirits and ingredients.

During the day, Punch Room is a fantastic space for guests looking for a unique meeting experience. Welcoming up to 40 people sitting in lounge style (20 sitting in lounge style with screen) or 60 standing.

THE ROOF – The Barcelona EDITION

Located on the 10th floor, The Roof, offers an unparalleled panoramic view over the city and offers food and drinks throughout the day. The kitchen offers small plates of light, flavorful Latin-American dishes with an Asian influence. All designed to be shared and enjoyed amongst friends or colleagues.

For the cooler or rainy days, service continues as the glass sliding walls come to a close to offer guests one of the only year-round rooftops in Barcelona. The Roof can welcome up to 45 people for welcome receptions, cocktails or celebrations.

BAR VERAZ – The Barcelona EDITION

The restaurant offers all-day dining with a focus on Mediterranean fare, focusing on the freshest, seasonal ingredients to attract not only residents, but locals alike. Bar Veraz acts to unite the hotel’s reception with an informal all-day dining restaurant.

Overseen by executive chef and founder of the global movement ‘Cooking in Motion’, Sebastian Mazzola,  formerly of Adria’s Tickets, Pakta and Bodega 1900. Bar Veraz can welcome  parties of  up to 25 people  for receptions  or  20 guests  for lunch or dinner. Larger groups on request.

PENTHOUSES – The Barcelona EDITION

The penthouses are located on the 9th floor with expansive Santa Caterina market rooftop view and the Barcelona skyline. They feature private terraces furnished with dinning and lounge areas, spacious bedroom and a separate custom furnished living room. The fully equipped kitchenette even comes with a separate service entrance.

They welcome up to 8 people in boardroom, lunch or dinner or 25-30 people for drinks receptions and cocktails. With connecting options available, private events can encompass our entire 9th floor.

CABARET – The Barcelona EDITION

Cabaret is more than a restaurant, a supper club with a sultry lounge area, an impressive cocktail bar and a superior food experience based around a tasting menu concept. The long, velvet curtains at the far end of the dining room will be drawn back to reveal the stage, framed by a large archway and ready to expose the night’s entertainment. Anything from the hottest DJs and internationally renowned performers, playing out into the early hours of the morning.

Perfect for incentives, celebrations or product launches. Cabaret can welcome up to 80 people for lunch or dinner or 130 standing for parties and celebrations.

Find out more on EDITION Hotels here.