Explore the ideas shaping the next generation of hotels and accommodation. From guest bedrooms and bathroom design to pod accommodation and shared spaces, Hotel Rooms of the Future brings together thoughtful interiors, emerging technology and practical solutions for hospitality businesses.
STEP INSIDE THE FUTURE OF HOSPITALITY
Following the success of our first Hotel Room of the Future, Harp Design returns to NoVacancy London with an expanded showcase for 2027. This year, we’re exploring a collection of accommodation concepts, bringing together guest comfort, sustainability, intelligent use of space and the everyday needs of hotel operators.
Created in collaboration with specialist suppliers and industry partners, the showcase gives hotel owners, operators, developers and designers the opportunity to experience products within a fully realised interior, meet the people behind them and discover ideas for their own projects.
WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER
The guest bedroom
Explore how furniture, lighting, fabrics and integrated storage can work together to create a comfortable, practical hotel bedroom. The design considers the details that shape a stay, from bedside convenience and wardrobe space to a dedicated desk and a TV unit incorporating everyday guest essentials.
Bathrooms with a fresh perspective
Our bathroom concepts explore how distinctive design and thoughtful specification can improve the guest experience. Plans include a Porcelanosa bathroom pod and a separate exploration of water-recycling technology, with individual systems and specifications being developed alongside our partners.
HIGH PODS and hostel accommodation
Discover a different approach to compact accommodation through HIGH PODS by High Contract Interiors. This concept explores how pod and bunk arrangements can make effective use of space while creating a considered environment for guests.
Spaces to connect
Hospitality extends beyond the bedroom. Our lounge and social area brings together fitted seating, loose furniture, concealed storage and a kitchenette, exploring how shared spaces can support relaxation, conversation and everyday use.
THE THINKING BEHIND THE DESIGN
Guest wellbeing
Rest, comfort and atmosphere sit at the heart of the showcase. We’re considering how beds, textiles, lighting and music can work together to create spaces where guests feel at ease.
Sustainability in everyday use
We’re exploring ways to reduce resource use through the products and systems specified within the design. Water-saving technology, material choices and opportunities for reuse all form part of the conversation.
Practical performance
Beautiful interiors need to work for the people who use and maintain them. Our designs consider storage, furniture layouts, integrated facilities and the daily demands of hospitality operations.
Longevity and reuse
We’re planning for the life of the installation beyond the exhibition. Products may be returned to suppliers for reuse or, by agreement, incorporated into The Interior Design Podcast studio for continued use and future filming.
MEET OUR 2027 PARTNERS
Hotel Rooms of the Future is made possible through collaboration with suppliers who bring specialist knowledge, products and fresh ideas to the project.
Confirmed partners and contributors include:
Harp Design - Interior design, creative direction and project management for Hotel Rooms of the Future and the Main Stage.
High Contract Interiors - Fixed seating, loose furniture and hostel pod accommodation.
EGGER - Panel products for Hotel Rooms of the Future and the Main Stage.
Clara Lighting - Lighting supply and installation, with the scheme in development.
ILIV - Fabrics for upholstery and curtains, with final selections in development.
Dulux - Paint supply.
Music Styling - Music for the hotel rooms.
Porcelanosa - Confirmed partner, with the final supply scope being developed.
ADA Cosmetics - Bathrobes, slippers, handwash and hand cream.
Coggin SOS - Participating partner, with proposals in development and potentially a podcast about sustainable furniture.
The Interior Design Podcast - On-stage podcast sessions and conversations with people working across the hospitality and design industries.
Further partners will be announced as specifications and collaborations are confirmed.
THE MAIN STAGE, DESIGNED BY HARP
Alongside Hotel Rooms of the Future, Harp Design is designing the Main Stage at NoVacancy London 2027.
The space will provide a setting for industry discussions and live podcast sessions, bringing hospitality professionals together to exchange ideas, share experience and explore what comes next.
BECOME A SUPPLIER PARTNER
We’re continuing to develop the showcase with selected suppliers whose products and expertise complement the design.
Partnership opportunities can include product placement within the installation, on-stand participation, branded product information, marketing material distribution, social media features and podcast exposure. There may also be opportunities for selected products to feature in our podcast studio after the event, by agreement.
If you have a product or solution that could contribute to the future of hospitality, we’d love to hear from you.
VISIT US AT NOVACANCY LONDON
Experience the spaces, meet our partners and discover ideas for your next hospitality project.
ExCeL London
24–25 February 2027
For supplier partnerships or to discuss your own hotel and accommodation project, contact:
hannah@harpdesign.co.uk
0208 168 0938
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