Hotel rooms around the world

General guidance for early planning, based on common practice. It is not legal advice; local building, fire and accessibility rules always decide, and we check them with your architect for every project.

Amsterdam and the Netherlands

Narrow canal houses and new compact hotels: every centimetre counts, and guests expect smart design over size.

What our own factory supplies

Space-saving beds with drawers, wall desks, open wardrobes and flat-packed kits for narrow stairs.

Material palette

Smoked oakLinenPainted brickBlackened steelCork

Typical room size

Compact rooms of 12 to 18 m²; standard doubles 18 to 22 m².

Beds and mattresses

Doubles of 160 x 200 cm or two 80 x 200 cm singles zipped together; long mattresses of 210 cm are welcome, as many guests are tall.

Bathroom

Walk-in shower is the norm, often behind glass; no bidet; separate toilet in larger rooms.

Storage

Open hanging rail and a luggage bench rather than a full wardrobe.

Windows and blackout

Large windows to the canal; full blackout curtains, as summer nights are short.

Climate

Mild and damp; heating matters more than cooling.

Rules to check

Fire-rated doors and corridors, sound insulation between rooms and a share of accessible rooms in new buildings.

Guest expectations

Good wifi, a strong shower, bike storage and local design over luxury.

Cultural details

Steep stairs in old houses, so furniture must come in parts.

Berlin

Tall old-building rooms, concrete from the 1990s and a guest who likes things honest and well made.

What our own factory supplies

Rift oak casegoods, steel frames, felt headboards and fire-rated joinery with test papers.

Material palette

Rift oak veneerBlackened steelAcoustic feltPolished concreteFelted wool

Typical room size

18 to 24 m² for a standard double; old buildings often have 3.5 m ceilings.

Beds and mattresses

160 or 180 x 200 cm doubles, often two mattresses with separate duvets.

Bathroom

Walk-in shower is standard; tubs only in suites; no bidet.

Storage

Closed wardrobe with a safe and a luggage rack.

Windows and blackout

Tall windows; blackout curtains plus a sheer layer.

Climate

Cold winters and warm summers; cooling is now often asked for.

Rules to check

Strict fire rules for materials and escape routes, and a share of accessible rooms under German building codes.

Guest expectations

Quiet rooms, a real desk, good coffee and design without fuss.

Cultural details

Guests value durability and sustainability; certified wood and clear material lists help.

Düsseldorf

Trade fair city: business guests, high weekday demand and rooms that must work hard for a few busy weeks.

What our own factory supplies

Walnut desks with built-in power, leather-topped benches and hard-wearing wardrobes.

Material palette

Walnut veneerSaddle leatherMarble-look porcelainWool-blend carpetBrushed brass

Typical room size

20 to 26 m² for business doubles.

Beds and mattresses

180 x 200 cm doubles or twins that can be joined; firm mattresses are preferred.

Bathroom

Large walk-in shower; a separate WC in upper categories.

Storage

Wardrobe with space for suits and a trouser press or steamer.

Windows and blackout

Full blackout and good glazing against city noise.

Climate

Mild Rhine climate; cooling expected in summer.

Rules to check

German fire and accessibility codes, as in Berlin.

Guest expectations

A proper desk, many sockets, fast check-in and breakfast from early morning.

Cultural details

A large Japanese business community: a deep tub and slippers are welcome touches.

Vienna

Grand old buildings, coffee-house warmth and guests who enjoy a little ceremony.

What our own factory supplies

Walnut joinery, cane-panel wardrobes, upholstered armchairs and free-standing pieces for listed rooms.

Material palette

Walnut veneerWoven caneCotton velvetBrushed brassMarble-look porcelain

Typical room size

22 to 30 m² in classic buildings; high ceilings and double doors.

Beds and mattresses

160 or 180 x 200 cm doubles with separate duvets.

Bathroom

Shower or tub; tubs are still liked in higher categories.

Storage

A real wardrobe, often built into a wall niche.

Windows and blackout

Tall box windows; layered curtains with blackout.

Climate

Cold winters and hot summers; cooling is often needed.

Rules to check

Austrian fire and accessibility rules, plus heritage protection for many old buildings.

Guest expectations

Comfort, a good armchair and a sense of place.

Cultural details

Bentwood and cane furniture are part of the local story.

Slovakia (Bratislava)

A growing market of city and business hotels, often in renewed apartment blocks, with good value as the key word.

What our own factory supplies

Value room packages in oak and laminate, made in series in our own factory with short trucking times.

Material palette

European oakLinenHigh-pressure laminateGlazed ceramicFelted wool

Typical room size

16 to 22 m² for a standard double.

Beds and mattresses

160 x 200 cm doubles or two 90 x 200 cm singles.

Bathroom

Shower is standard; some tubs in older stock.

Storage

Compact closed wardrobe with shelves.

Windows and blackout

Blackout curtains; good glazing for cold winters.

Climate

Continental: cold winters, warm summers.

Rules to check

EU-based fire and accessibility rules under Slovak building law.

Guest expectations

Clean, modern rooms, reliable wifi and fair prices.

Cultural details

Guests from Vienna and Budapest are a short trip away; weekend city breaks matter.

United States

Bigger rooms, bigger beds and a long list of guest expectations, all measured in feet and inches.

What our own factory supplies

Casegoods drawn in imperial sizes, dressers, vanities, headboards and closet systems, packed for container shipping.

Material palette

Walnut veneerWool-blend carpetSaddle leatherMarble-look porcelainBrushed brass

Typical room size

28 to 37 m² (300 to 400 sq ft) for a standard room.

Beds and mattresses

Two queens (152 x 203 cm each) or one king (193 x 203 cm); mattresses are deeper and beds sit higher.

Bathroom

Tub with shower is still common; a separate vanity outside the WC room is popular.

Storage

Large closet, a dresser with drawers and space for big suitcases.

Windows and blackout

Full blackout drapes and a through-wall or ducted air unit under the window.

Climate

Varies by state; air conditioning is expected everywhere.

Rules to check

ADA accessibility rules, US fire codes and furniture flammability standards; we work to the project’s specification.

Guest expectations

A desk, a sofa or lounge chair, a mini-fridge, an ice machine on the floor and carpet underfoot.

Cultural details

Families travel together, so two-queen rooms sell well.

Tajikistan (Dushanbe)

A capital with new hotels for business and official visitors, where warm hospitality and carved wood are part of the welcome.

What our own factory supplies

Walnut joinery with carved or CNC-cut panels, upholstered sitting groups and packing for long road freight.

Material palette

Walnut veneerGlazed ceramicCotton velvetFelted woolBrushed brass

Typical room size

24 to 32 m² in new business hotels.

Beds and mattresses

160 or 180 x 200 cm doubles and twins of 90 x 200 cm.

Bathroom

Shower plus a hand shower by the toilet is common.

Storage

Closed wardrobe with space for formal clothes.

Windows and blackout

Blackout and good shading for strong summer sun.

Climate

Hot dry summers and cold winters; heating and cooling are both needed.

Rules to check

Local building and fire rules; projects often follow international operator standards too.

Guest expectations

Generous rooms, a sitting area for receiving guests and reliable comfort.

Cultural details

Carved wood and suzani patterns are loved; a qibla marker is a thoughtful touch.

Libya (Tripoli)

A coastal capital rebuilding its hotel stock, with business travellers, families and long stays.

What our own factory supplies

Sealed joinery for salt air, travertine-topped furniture, majlis seating and sea-freight packing.

Material palette

TravertineWalnut veneerGlazed ceramicLinenBrushed brass

Typical room size

26 to 36 m², with larger family rooms.

Beds and mattresses

180 x 200 cm doubles; extra beds and twin rooms for families.

Bathroom

Shower plus a shatafa (hand spray) by the toilet is expected.

Storage

Large closed wardrobes for long stays.

Windows and blackout

Shutters or blackout curtains and solar shading.

Climate

Hot summers, mild winters and salt air on the coast.

Rules to check

Local rules plus international operator standards; we follow the project’s fire and safety specification.

Guest expectations

Space for family, a majlis-style sitting area and strong air conditioning.

Cultural details

A qibla marker and prayer mat, modest layouts with the bed out of view from the door, and alcohol-free minibars on request.

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Africa hubs (Nairobi, Lagos, Casablanca, Cape Town)

Four very different cities with one shared need: hotels that run reliably for business travellers and conferences.

What our own factory supplies

Moisture-resistant casegoods, robust hardware, cane and textile panels, and container packing with spare parts.

Material palette

European oakLinenGlazed ceramicWoven caneTerrazzo

Typical room size

24 to 32 m² for business doubles.

Beds and mattresses

King or 180 x 200 cm doubles; twins for conference groups.

Bathroom

Walk-in shower; a hand spray by the toilet in North Africa.

Storage

Closed wardrobe with a safe.

Windows and blackout

Blackout plus sheers; insect screens where windows open.

Climate

From humid tropics to mild Mediterranean; humidity is often the main enemy of furniture.

Rules to check

National codes vary; international operator brand standards often set the bar.

Guest expectations

Reliable power backup, fast wifi and a desk for work.

Cultural details

Local craft and pattern bring warmth; family groups and long stays are common.

Malta

Limestone townhouses, palazzos and sea air: small plots, strong light and a long season.

What our own factory supplies

Stainless hardware, sealed edges, modular joinery for narrow stairs and container plans per floor.

Material palette

Local limestoneEuropean oakEncaustic cement tileLinenRattan

Typical room size

16 to 24 m² in townhouses; more in palazzos and new builds.

Beds and mattresses

160 x 200 cm doubles; twins of 90 x 200 cm for groups.

Bathroom

Walk-in shower; tubs are rare in small rooms.

Storage

Shallow wardrobes and niches cut into thick walls.

Windows and blackout

Timber shutters and blackout; the light is strong.

Climate

Hot dry summers, mild wet winters and salt air.

Rules to check

Maltese fire and accessibility rules, and heritage approval for listed buildings.

Guest expectations

Character, a cool room and a good shower after the beach or the city.

Cultural details

Patterned cement tiles and timber balconies are part of the island’s look.

Denmark

Light wood, calm colours and a guest who notices quality in the details.

What our own factory supplies

Soaped oak beds and benches, wool-upholstered window seats and low-emission finishes.

Material palette

Soaped oakFelted woolLinenPainted brickWoven cane

Typical room size

16 to 22 m² for city doubles.

Beds and mattresses

160 or 180 x 200 cm doubles with separate duvets.

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, often a wet room; no bidet.

Storage

Open shelving and hooks; minimal wardrobes.

Windows and blackout

Full blackout is essential for bright summer nights.

Climate

Cool and windy; good heating and draught-free windows.

Rules to check

Danish building regulations for fire, sound and accessibility; strong focus on indoor climate.

Guest expectations

Calm design, good bedding and sustainable choices.

Cultural details

Hygge: warm light, soft textiles and a place to sit by the window.

Middle East and the Gulf

Generous rooms, strong cooling and a hospitality culture built around family and guests.

What our own factory supplies

Sealed, closed-front joinery against dust, mashrabiya screens, majlis seating and prayer mat drawers.

Material palette

Marble-look porcelainWalnut veneerBrushed brassSaddle leatherTravertine

Typical room size

32 to 45 m², with large family suites.

Beds and mattresses

King-size doubles of 200 x 200 cm are common; twins of 120 x 200 cm.

Bathroom

Separate shower and often a tub; a shatafa by every toilet.

Storage

Large closed wardrobes and space for many suitcases.

Windows and blackout

Deep reveals, full blackout and solar control glass.

Climate

Very hot, with fine dust; cooling runs most of the year.

Rules to check

Civil defence fire rules and operator standards; family and prayer facilities may be required.

Guest expectations

Space, privacy, a majlis-style sitting area and connecting rooms for families.

Cultural details

A qibla marker and prayer mat in every room, modest sightlines from the door and mashrabiya-style screens.

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