Meet the speakers at the 2024 Interior Design and Architecture Summit • Hotel Designs

An informative one-day event, the Interior Design & Architecture Summit (IDAS) is designed to bring together key decision-makers from the hospitality and design sectors to discuss common challenges and make new connections.

Comprised of an audience of interior designers, architects, hoteliers and key industry manufacturers and suppliers, the event provides a welcoming space for networking opportunities and face-to-face meetings, all also hosting an engaging seminar program with a number of well-known personalities. personalities present in the list of speakers.

This year, the three roundtables will be divided into three topics: the pitching process, the use of AI in interior design and design for the next generation.

The confirmed sessions and speakers are:

08:45 – 09:20: The pitch process – Bathroom design at WOW!house 2024

Speakers:

Sophie Harper, editor, Hotel Designs

Emily Hunt, Head of Hospitality UK & Ireland, House of Rohl

Hannah Field, designer, Michaelis Boyd

Andrew Wakem, Communications Manager, Michaelis Boyd

Carolynne Shenton, Director, Studio Mica

Abigail Kendler, Director, Studio Mica

We get an insight into pitch perfection from design studio Michaelis Boyd and learn about the collaboration between different design practices and product manufacturers.

• Perfect pitch! How to Present a Winning Pitch
• Design Center Chelsea Harbor WOW!House 2024 Case Study
• Teamwork is the origin of a dream job
• Use the knowledge and expertise of suppliers/manufacturers

09:30 – 10:05: Overview of how AI is used in the creative process of interior design

Speaker:

Wren Loucks, Founder and Creative Director, Be-kin

In this presentation, Wren Louks will present her latest research on the use of artificial intelligence in the creative process of interior design. This research led to his MBA thesis at University College London.

• Using AI to Drive Creative Thinking
• The current use of AI in interior design
• Assessment of current risks and potential benefits
• Future forecasts

2:00 p.m. – 2:35 p.m. Designing for Generation Z

Speakers:

Sophie Harper, editor, Hotel Designs

Michaela Reysenn, Managing Director, Kai Interiors

David Harte, co-head of interiors, Studio Moren

Dale Atkinson, principal, Rosendale Design

Helen El Mettouri, Director, Zebra

The next generation is set to generate big business for the travel industry. With fewer commitments and more work flexibility than previous generations, Gen Z will likely have excess disposable income and be frequent travelers. So how can design best meet the demands of this demographic?

• Integrate a flexible workspace
• Usable technology and technology use
• Know your audience
• health and wellbeing

How to participate in IDAS:

If you are a supplier and would like to attend IDAS and participate in face-to-face meetings with designers, please email Ashley Harper at [email protected] or call 01992 374064. If you are a senior designer and/or architect and would like to inquire about a free delegate ticket to attend the event, please email Alex Winders at [email protected] or call 01992 374086.

Main image credit: IDAS/Hotel Designs