The Hospitality Design Exposition & Conference (HD Expo) returns to Las Vegas on May 4, 2016

The nation’s leading event for the hospitality industry is back in Las Vegas when the Hospitality Design Exposition & Conference (HD Expo) will take over the bustling strip from May 4-6, 2016 at Mandalay Bay. Highlights include tours of the as well as presentations of l Innovation in Hospitality Design

Hospitality Design Conference & Expo is an exhibition related to hospitality sector. The event comes with the innovative and creative designs in the hospitality sector. It is a biggest show where Over 900 leading manufacturers and artisans from all the five continents will gather under one roof and offer the latest and best inventions and ideas related to hospitality industry.

The event will allow attendees to gain insight into industry trends while learning how to maintain success in the ever-evolving and ultra-competitive world of hospitality design. Led by industry experts, the show will feature idea-generating educational sessions, an intimate awards ceremony and special events focused on the latest and most innovative products and services.

Produced by the Hospitality Design Group and presented by Hospitality Design magazine, the show continues to grow and supersede expectations, drawing in more than 7,000 attendees and 900 exhibitors under one roof to offer their latest inventions and ideas. The meshing of interior designers, architects, purchasing agents, hotel owners, and operators, as well as other buyers, sellers, and hospitality influencers, is what makes the show such a supreme success. Products and new solutions range from accessories, artwork, bedding, electronics, fabrics, furniture and casegoods, to flooring, lighting, plumbing and bath fixtures, textiles, wall coverings, window treatments and even new technologies.

Along with dozens of information-packed sessions, panel discussions, exclusive site tours and other specialized programming, HD Expo is a must-attend event for any professional or student in the industry who wants to stay ahead of the curve.

Conference Highlights

The peer-based courses, led by industry experts, discuss the most pertinent issues in the hospitality design field. Attendees can gain a better understanding of a wide range of topics, such as lighting, renovation, rebranding, and the future of design as it adapts to today’s market. The HD Conference sessions are LU/CEU accredited. Highlights include:

1.   Topical conferences and workshops.
2. The NEWH Live Auction.
3. The product design competition.
4. The networking events and
5. The industry keynote session.

2.   Site Visits:

3.   Innovation in Hospitality Design

Created by Hospitality Design magazine and the John Hardy Group, and sponsored by Global Allies, this contest searches for the next big idea in hospitality design. Three finalists will present their projects to John Hardy, Claude Amar, Michael Medzigian, Jena Thornton, Simon Turner, James Woods, and Wing Chao. Live voting and winners announced at the end of the session. Over $16,000 to be awarded and three amazing concepts to be discovered. To learn more visit radicalinnovationinhospitality.com or to enter click here.

Moderator: Barbara Delollis, USA Today Hotel Check-In Editor

IIDA (Int'l Interior Design Assoc.)/HD Product Design Competition

IIDA with partner Hospitality Design will host the IIDA/HD Product Design Competition to honor innovation, function and aesthetic advancements in the hospitality industry. Winners to be published in HD Magazine, HD Expo's newspaper - Show Daily, and on iida.org. To enter click here.

HD Career Fair powered by: Arch+Design Industry Job Market and ASID

Open to all participants and free to attend. This job fair is for students and recent graduates who want one-on-one guidance regarding their futures within our industry. Nearly two dozen design professionals will offer free advice on topics including portfolio review, resume assessment and career direction.

The Hospitality Industry Network Auctionwill present original works of art and rare collectibles for auction. Proceeds support NEWH and its mission of education and scholarship.

TODL

HD Expo is the premier sponsor of Trade Only Design Library (TODL)’s entire Hospitality Library, a unique online database with interactive and branding capabilities to connect hospitality industry insiders.

Innovation Pavilion

Select exhibitors will present their most innovative products and services in the Innovation Pavilion. Design professionals and peers can see the technology behind the design and vote for their favorites as HD Expo’s Most Innovative Product for 2016.

By Rob Taylor Long