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🏨 Pullman Hotels is transforming its brand strategy, centering on exchange and adaptability. The Pullman xChange platform fosters collaboration among creators and cultural figures. The Pullman Paris Montparnasse recently changed ownership. New architectural designs, like the Arche Pullman, adapt to local contexts, debuting at Pullman Dubai Jumeirah Lake Towers and planned for Perth Airport and Hamilton. By 2026, Pullman will introduce "Unexpected Pairings," enhancing social experiences in bars and restaurants.

🏨 Juan-les-Pins, 2023: CASA MOHO | Hotels opened a second hotel near the beaches and train station after a complete renovation. This historic building, modernized while preserving its Art Deco architecture, features 40 soundproof, bright rooms. The design, inspired by the building's distinctive shell-decorated balustrades, was led by architect Elisa Luzzato. Yariv Abehséra, President of CASA MOHO, describes it as a vibrant homage to Art Deco and hospitality.

📈 Marriott's residential portfolio in the EMEA region saw notable growth, with a 23% increase in Europe and 59% in the Middle East and Africa since late 2023. Now boasting 33 open residences and over 50 projects in development across 18 countries, Marriott signed nearly 20 agreements in 2025, half of which are for standalone residences. Key projects include Marriott Residences in Budapest, and The Ritz-Carlton Residences in Abu Dhabi.

📍 Prévue pour février 2026 à Shepherd’s Bush, Londres, la transformation du K West Hotel en Hotel Indigo s'aligne sur la stratégie d'IHG au Royaume-Uni. Signé en 2023 avec Lancaster Landmark Hotel Company, le projet inclut 231 chambres, un restaurant, un bar et un espace bien-être. Anciennement studios d’enregistrement BBC, le site rend hommage à son passé musical avec des références intégrées au design. Proche de lieux culturels, l'hôtel cible une clientèle mixte.

🏨 Crowne Plaza Budva, located on Slovenska obala promenade near the sea, will feature 81 rooms, a beachfront restaurant, a rooftop terrace, and meeting spaces. This project, led by IHG Hotels & Resorts and local partner Uniprom Hoteli, aims to enhance Budva’s status on the Adriatic coast. It is part of IHG's strategy to expand in Montenegro, where it already operates brands like Regent Porto Montenegro and voco Podgorica.