Hotel Furniture Blog - Artone, LLC

Manufacturer’s Perspective: Aligning Hotel FF&E Cost with ROI

Consider this true story: A couple in their 60s booked a room at an upscale hotel operating under an internationally recognized brand. During their stay, the husband tried to set up his laptop on the desk. He searched for an outlet, typically found in the desk lamp's base, but only found a USB port.

Unfortunately, his laptop’s power cord wasn’t compatible with USB charging. So, the hunt for electricity continued until he had to crawl under the desk to find an outlet.

What’s the takeaway? It’s not that hotel rooms should eliminate USB ports.

3 Color Trends to Consider When Designing a Luxury Hotel Interior

You've carefully crafted a design scheme that reflects your hotel's unique theme or location, drawing inspiration from a wide tapestry of sources. Whether it's the local culture, natural surroundings, or a particular aesthetic, your vision is a reflection of what makes your property stand out.

Hotel FF&E Costs: How Much Should I Budget?

Hotel furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) occasionally need to be replaced, whether it’s due to regular wear and tear, unforeseen circumstances, or a complete interior design update.

5 Ways Custom Hotel Furniture Keeps Your Employees Safe

With so much focus on wellness options within a hotel and the guests’ quality-of-life benefits, it’s easy to overlook one of the most critical elements: the staff. A happy and healthy staff will increase productivity and, in turn, the hotel’s ROI.

FF&E Storage: 3 Considerations

Hoteliers and designers often place FF&E (furniture, fixtures, and equipment) orders well in advance, especially for renovations or redesigns. It’s a smart move — everything’s ready when you need it, and production delays won’t slow you down. 

But what about the time between order completion and when you’re ready to receive it? 

That’s where FF&E storage comes in. 

Proper storage helps protect your furniture and fixtures, keeping them in top condition until you’re ready for installation.

A Manufacturer's Guide for Hospitality Outdoor Furniture

In today’s hospitality industry, amenities are no longer limited to breakfast options or bathroom toiletries. 

The focus has shifted to creating a remarkable overall experience, emphasizing space, ambiance, and guest interactions. Outdoor areas like patios and open-air gathering spots, often overlooked in the past, are now becoming key elements in shaping guest impressions.

 By incorporating high-quality hospitality outdoor furniture, you can transform these outdoor areas into inviting and memorable environments. This upgrade not only improves the aesthetic appeal but also enriches the guest experience. Embracing this trend can help set a new standard for guest satisfaction and create lasting impressions. 

How can you use this trend to make your outdoor spaces more engaging and memorable for your guests?

Accessible Hotel Furniture: Innovative Design Solutions

NOTE: The focus of this blog is on mobility and accessibility considerations for those hotel guests in wheelchairs. To read about other disability accommodations that hotels can, and should, provide -- check out our previous post on ADA requirements.

Maximizing Space: Hotel Room Design Tips for Smaller Spaces

Size still matters, but the trend in hotel room design is shifting away from spaciousness.  

Meeting Hotel ADA Requirements to Benefit All Guests

Why should someone with disabilities encounter unnecessary difficulties during their stay at a hotel they paid for? They shouldn’t. In the hospitality industry, being inhospitable isn’t an option.

5 Hospitality Furniture Specs to Ask Your Manufacturer About