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JULY 2005
IN THIS ISSUE…
LEARNING FROM THE LEADERS
PROTECTING PARADISE
WHO IS LEADING WHOM?
HD Boutique Expo in South Beach Miami, will be heldearlier than usual this year in mid-September. This yearwill be extra special as we have a prestigiousinternational event scheduled, in addition to ourtraditional booth at the show. In conjunction with theSouth Florida Chapter’s BUBBLE BASH fundraiser, wewill be celebrating our School from the Heart programwith special guests. This celebration promises to be amost exciting event so stay tuned for details!
I’d like to take a moment to celebrate our greatsuccess in the scholarship arena. Many people areaware that we have awarded over $1.3 million inscholarships to deserving hospitality students. Did youknow that last year alone, we awarded over $110,000in scholarships? Few other organizations can achievesuch a significant accomplishment. Congratulations toeach Chapter’s exemplary fundraising efforts andgenerosity and, most importantly, many thanks to eachof our members, Corporate Partners and supporterswho enable such amazing accomplishments for NEWH!
In the Spirit of Networking,Jeanne Varney
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It is with great excitement that I welcome threenew Corporate Partners to NEWH, SignatureHospitality Carpets, Serta and NLP FurnitureIndustries, Inc. We are thrilled to have them joinour most important family of Corporate Partnersand look forward to continuing our strong andcollaborative relationships!
I am also excited to introduce the first NEWHMagazine issue dedicated to the worldwideinitiative of “GREEN.” We believe that part ofbeing a responsible corporate citizen in today’seconomy demands not only an understanding ofenvironmental issues, but also a proactive approachto address these issues when and where we can.The hospitality industry is becoming more activeevery day in this arena and we are sure you willenjoy our “GREEN” features in this issue.
A second vitally important feature in this issue isthe discussion on a NEWH joint initiative withUNICEF, School from the Heart. NEWH haspledged to raise in excess of $50,000 for thisinitiative within the next year. This incredibly worthyventure delivers essential learning and teachingsupplies to communities where educational serviceshave been disrupted due to sudden severesituations. For more information on the initiative,read on in the Magazine or visit our website atwww.newh.org.
We have some wonderful events lined up for the fall. One of our headline events, the
letter from the president
Jeanne VarneyHost Marriott Corporation
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Greetings,
Welcome to our new look of Green for themagazine.
In this issue, we have brought together abroad range of editorial coverage on thegreen movement at a time when we arebeginning to see a global shift towards sus-tainable development and design.
“Green” is here to stay and, if not already,certainly in the near future, we’ll all be apart of it in some way. With a big push fromEuropean hotel leaders, the trend of GreenHotels is coming on strong. Enjoy theinsight from Claire Baker, Editor of Green Hotelier Magazine from the UK.
We hope the editorial, case studies and resources we have compiled in thisissue will be helpful as you and your companies get more involved in sus-tainable practices, from architecture to construction, from product designto manufacturing, from business operations to community support. Also,you’ll learn from examples and those we’ve talked to for this issue that youcan “do well by doing good.” In our next issue look for our new “greencolumn”.
As a mother, I have always thought about how what we do today will affectour natural resources for generations to come. The global hospitality indus-try is huge; therefore, those of us working in it have an opportunity tomake a huge impact on our environment with the choices we make.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Enjoy your summer!Joanie
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upfront
Joanie Neumayer
COVER PHOTO: HD Award WinnerLuxury Hotel – Lodge at TurningStone, Verona, NYBBG/BBGM New York CityClient: Oneida Indian Nation
Nusta Spa: Photo courtesy of Envision Design, PLLC
NEWH MagazineEditorial staff
Editor in Chief: Joanie Neumayer Cheryl Rowley DesignT: [email protected]
Associate Editor:Nancy BohnettInternational Woodwork Corp.T: [email protected]
Editor/ United Kingdom: Sue LamontLamont InteriorsT: 44 (0) [email protected]
Editor/Canada:Andrea BennerBenner Group InteriorsT: [email protected]
Editorial Team:
Robin HoltCallison ArchitectureT: [email protected]
Renate Kofahl, APRPankowT: [email protected]
Pat MillerLEO A DALYT: [email protected]
Cynthia Tripp-KampfTripp DesignT: [email protected]
Editorial Advisor Lisa A. HaudeParadigm Design Group, LLCT: [email protected]
Advertising & SalesLisa KieffnerJasper Seating Company, Inc.T: [email protected]
Graphics & PrintingLinda MaccauxSir Speedy Printingwww.sirspeedy.com
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3 letter from the president5 upfront8 hospitality news
11 learning from the leadersby Robin Holt, AIA
14 newh announces new corporate partners
16 protecting paradiseby Renate Kofahl
23 who’s leading whom?by Nancy K. Bohnett
26 eye on the triple bottom lineby Andrea Benner, Benner Group Interiors
28 newh welcomes new corporate partner –signature hospitality carpetby Janice Marko
30 hotec – la costa, california, June 2-5, 2005by Helen Meisel and Nancy Bohnett
32 2005 arda awards recipients
33 education and scholarshipby Christine Wasmer
34 coming events
35 hospitality design award winners
35 letters to the editor
36 contributors
38 InformeDesignby Caren S. Martin, Ph.D., CID
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Projects:
The opening of the World MarketCenter (WMC), the ConventionCapital of the World, Las Vegas,continues its tradition of offeringbuyers and exhibitors the greateramenities than any other destina-tion in the world. The Las VegasMarket, scheduled from July 25-29,kicks off the opening of the highlyanticipated 12-million-square-footWorld Market Center, the largestmost comprehensive home furnish-ings showroom and conventioncomplex in the west. The Las VegasMarket was created to respond tothe needs of the global economyand features programs that willreach domestic and internationalbuyers. Make your plans to be partof this historic, inaugural event.www.LasVegasMarket.com
Located at the heart of revitalizeddowntown Vancouver, Washington,the brand-new 226-room HiltonVancouver is the city’s newest
meeting place for visitors and resi-dents, offering upscale amenities, anew restaurant, stylish accommoda-tions, and extensive conventionand event facilities. With an eyetoward the well-being of hotelguests as well as the local commu-nity, all of these features arewrapped up in an eco-friendlydesign that maximizes sustainabilitywhile minimizing impact on theenvironment. The hotel is currently
registered with the U.S. GreenBuilding Council and is scheduledto receive a Leadership in Energyand Environmental Design (LEED)rating after completion, whichwould make it the first LEED certi-fied major hotel in the Canada.
EastWest Partners announces TheHighlands Resort Hotel, LakeTahoe, California The Highlands
project team intends to achieve aLEED certified rating for the projectthrough the Unites States GreenBuilding Counsel and will use sus-tainable materials and apply sus-tainable design practices through-out the design and constructionprocess. Led by Hornberger +Worstell Architects, the project’sdesign architect, the Highlandsproject is one of the first luxuryresorts to consider the LEED certifi-cation process. Brayton + Hughes
has been selected to design theinteriors. This luxury 250 room, 5-star resort hotel is located in theheart of the Tahoe ski region.
Cheryl Rowley Design in BeverlyHills, has been selected to design anew Renaissance ClubSport projectin Rockville, Maryland. The devel-opers, Lerner Enterprises & Tower
Oaks Companies,will be going for aLEED Silver certifi-cation in this 198room hotel.
Expansions andMovements
Teron Lighting hasre-energized itsmarketing andsales effort tohotels, motels, and
healthcare facilities by appointingthe NEWH Director of RegionalTrade Shows, Andy Schaidler, tothe new position of NationalHospitality Sales Manager.
Mr. Schaidler is currently the NEWHDirector of Regional Trade Shows,and brings 6 years of hospitalityindustry and 20 years of fluorescentlighting industry experience. Hewas previously with Badger Lite Coof Milwaukee, WI.
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The Art Institute of Colorado ispleased to announce Mary AnnThornam, as the new InteriorDesign Department Chair. MaryAnn has been a faculty member atthe Art Institute since 2000. MaryAnn is the owner of “The Firm,”and is a founding member ofNEWH/Rocky Mountain Chapter.She currently is the Director/Continuing Education for theNEWH, Inc. Board of Directors, aswell as the NEWH, Inc. Delegatefor the Rocky Mountain Chapter.Congratulations Mary Ann!!
Charbogne et Cie, a multi-line,extraordinarily user friendly show-room, is proud to announce theopening of their newest showroomlocation in Las Vegas at 4620 S.Arville Street, Suite H, betweenTropicana and Flamingo. AlexandraCharbogné, Co-Director/Programming & Fundraising –NEWH/Las Vegas, brings a valuableresource to the architectural anddesign professional with over fortyvendors.
Chapter News
Rocky Mountain Betty Henderson, Well Resources,must be credited for an over-whelming turnout and very success-ful event! The recent GolfTournament, held at ColumbineCountry Club in Lakewood on agorgeous Colorado day, wasattended by 52 players and over 20fans, raising $3,000 toward scholar-ship and education.
On June 21st, the Rocky MountainChapter hosted a wonderful pres-entation by Solutia at the DenverDesign Center. Kaye Gosline, theirDirector of Carpet Fiber and along-term member of the ColorCarpet Group, brought her ColorForecasting from her Paris visitwith: “orange is the new black”,and the influence of light blue andgreen being a departure from thefive different areas of society. Herforecast shared the influence ofcol-or direction from: Architecture,Couture, Antiquity, Nature and Art.
South FloridaThe newly renovated Hotel Victorwas the selected site of the chap-ter’s April fundraiser for scholar-ships. The tour of the Hotel was awell attended event and featuredNancy Smith of the ParkerCompany, who addressed all thenuances and challenges of the proj-ect. May 19th marked the chapter’sfirst scholarship dinner and a sadfarewell to Reina Prego, a dedicat-ed member whose ongoing energyand commitment will be greatlymissed. In addition to the scholar-ship announcement, the guestspeakers were Zeke Fernandez ofFernandez Design and Judi Hedgeof our South Florida Chapter.
Southern Counties (SouthernCalifornia)NEWH Inc. and the NEWHSouthern Counties (San Diego)Chapter announce the NEWHWest Regional Trade Show in SanDiego, Ca. on WednesdayOctober 19, 2005.
The Sheraton San Diego Hotel &Marina on Harbor Island will hostthe show in the NautilusConference Center, offering easyaccess for locals and visitors withits direct access to San Diego IntlAirport. Over 100 exhibitors willdisplay their newest products in6x6 ft mini-booth settings from12 Noon to 6PM, with a compli-mentary lunch for early arrivals,and a cocktail reception from 6-8PM with two $500 cash doorprize drawings. Complete infor-mation for exhibitors and atten-dees is available atwww.NEWH.org, from NEWHRegional Trade Show DirectorAndy Schaidler ([email protected]), orSouthern Counties ChapterVice President MarkHuntsinger [email protected]). You may con-tact 800.593.NEWH for avendor registration form.
United KingdomThis year’s UK membershipdrive was held at The Soho
Hotel. The evening began in thestate-of-the art screening roomsdesigned by Poltrona Frau. MindaDowling, President, began the pro-ceedings, enthusiastically greetingnew and existing members with thelatest chapter news, sponsorshipsand news from across the pond.Minda then introduced CarrieWicks, Operations Director forFirmdale Hotels, who presented avisually inspired and personalaccount of her role. Later, guestsgathered in the drawing roomwhere a selection of sumptuouscanapés and champagne wereserved. And to add a highlight tothe evening, the penthouse suitebecame available as attendeeswere invited to inspect its suite andterrace with London rooftop views.The Soho Hotel has 91 individuallydesigned bedrooms, suites andapartments.
Lyndall De Marco, NEWH Womanof the Year and the ExecutiveDirector of the Prince of WalesInternational Business Forum, wasin New York to meet with formerPresident Bill Clinton who is theUnited Nations Tsunami ReliefEnvoy to discuss a unified effort foraid in counties affected by theIndian Ocean Tsunami.
Carrie Wicks, guest speaker fromFirmdale Hotels with Minda Dowling,President UK Chapter.
Lyndall De Marco, Jillian Van Dresser, PastPresident, NEWH Inc. and Zina Zimmerman,VP/Marketing, NEWH Inc.
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Hotel operators today deservecredit for making sustainability partof their daily operations. Largeinternational groups such as Accor,Fairmont, Marriott, Rezidor, Hilton,Starwood and Taj have done agreat deal by minimizing energyand water use and waste creation.
Their operational focus makessense: these are areas where bigsavings can be realized (economicand environmental), and sinceoperators often don’t design anddevelop their own properties,they’re less able to control thatpart of the process.
For hotel developers, sustainabilityissues haven’t been top of mind -other than resort projects, wherepreservation of the natural environ-ment is integral to the guest experi-
ence. There’s beenno clear businessbenefit to do soand – for better orfor worse, if it’s notoffering bottom-line benefits, it’snot a priority.
That’s changing.Increasingly, we’refinding that bothoperators anddevelopers are“seeing the green”in green design.For instance, adesign that inte-grates grey-waterre-use or highlyefficient HVAC sys-tems will signifi-cantly reduce baseoperational costs;when these strate-gies work in tan-dem with meas-ures like a toweland linen program,flow-limiters ontoilets or low-ener-gy light bulbs, thecosts go lower still.To the degree thata strategy like thishelps the develop-er attract the pre-ferred operator, it’sclearly worth con-sidering.
Another moredirect benefit to adeveloper? Greendesign can shavetime off the enti-tlement process,or improve thefinancing situation.Virtually all eco-
learning from the leadersNorthern European hotels at the forefront of sustainability offer lessons for operatorsand developers looking to realize the benefits of improved environmental performance.
by Robin Holt, AIA, Director, Callison Architecture, Inc.
Scandic’s 97% recyclable guestrooms demonstrate a rangeof styles. Pictured here are rooms in Gothenburg,Stockholm and Oslo.
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Training is key to success. For example,a towel and linen program only workswhen housekeepers know not toremove towels when they’ve beenhung back on the rail for reuse.
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design strategies makeeconomic sense given afive-to-ten-year horizon,but if that’s too long torealize cost-savings, con-sider the fact that manyof those same strategies— or others that mitigatethe impact of develop-ment, such as siterestoration or air-rightsconcession are endearingto the investment com-munity and garner majorpolitical points – not tomention public relationsmileage — before theproperty is even built.Turning a six-month entitle-ment battle into a 3-weekprocess isn’t just a relief; it’s moneyin the bank. The same goes formore favorable loan terms or thebuzz that surrounds a propertywhen its position as a good stew-ard is noteworthy.
Benefits like these are getting hard-er to ignore, especially in Europe,where hotel-related environmentalmanagement and training is mostpervasive, and the IFC’s EquatorPrinciples have a growing influenceon project financing. Two operatorsleading the way are Scandinavian-based chains Scandic (a HiltonInternational brand) and RezidorSAS (which is affiliated CarlsonHotels Worldwide). Both companieshave made green principles a wayof business – not just at the opera-tional level but in the design andconstruction realm as well.
We can learn a lot from these com-panies, as I found after talking withDirector of Environmental Sustain-ability for Hilton International andScandic, Jan Peter Bergkvist andPia Heidenmark-Cook, director ofenvironmental/social affairs forRezidor SAS. While each hotel hasgone about the business of greendifferently - and thus realizes differ-ent benefits - they share principlesthat provide useful insight for U.S.companies looking to achieve simi-lar results.
Values from the topBoth organizations have a system inplace by which strategies areformed, decisions made andprogress measured, led by a direc-tor who reports to top executives.Without discounting the influenceof their customers, both Bergkvistand Heidenmark-Cook attributetheir respective companies’ eco-success to leadership values.
Think tripleThe triple bottom line mindset –the idea that business health ismeasured not just in economic butalso social and environmental terms– is fundamental to corporate phi-losophy and practice. The compa-nies don’t separate environmentalstewardship from social responsibil-ity from an organizational stand-point, and both are considerednecessary to overall business suc-cess. Ethical, ecological and eco-nomical responsibility is, asBergkvist says, “a compass to prof-itability.”
Heidenmark-Cook also notes thatin the last two years the investmentcommunity has been pushing forgreater accountability thanks to theEquator Principles, guidelines thatgive the banking industry a frame-work for addressing the environ-mental and social risks in project
Eco room In 1995 Scandic introduced the con-cept of the environmental guest-room; the first initiative of its typeand scale in the world. Guestroomsare designed and built for theireventual disassembly-something thatmakes a great deal of sense in thehospitality industry where roomrefurbishments happen regularly.Materials are chosen with considera-tion for the environment; woodcomes from the Nordic Region, wooland cotton replace synthetics, andplastics and metal are avoided. As aresult, fully 97% of each room can berecycled. Eco-rooms also use lessenergy and detergent. The chainnow boasts 10,000 eco-rooms, andcontinues to renovate existing rooms(about 2,000 a year) to meet envi-ronmentally sound standards.Meanwhile it has designed anddeveloped seven environmentalhotels as certified by the prestigiousNordic Swan label.
All room renovations are carried outaccording to the ScandicEnvironmental RefurbishmentEquipment and ConstructionStandard that was introduced in2001, reducing the amount of metaland plastic disposed of annually by15 tons and 90 tons respectively.
Scandic (Hilton International)Operation: 140 hotels, 9 countriesProgram established: 1993Key factors: staff training; supplieralliances; design and constructionguidelines; The Natural StepHighlights: 10,000 eco-rooms; 7 eco-hotels; all-organic breakfast inSwedenWhat’s next: Health and wellness;organic food; continued conversionto eco-rooms/hotels. www.scandic-hotels.com
Rezidor SAS Hospitality(25% owned by Carlson Hotels)Operation: 5 brands, 249 hotels in47 countriesProgram established: 1999Key factors: localization, training,energy and wastewater managementHighlights: 91% of brands haveaction plan; measurementWhat’s next: purchasing guidelines;design and construction; supplierrequirementswww.rezidorsas.com
Simple steps like switching to low-energy light bulbsmake a big difference to the environment-and theutility bill.
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As Editor of the London-based Green HotelierMagazine, which celebrates its 10th year ofpublication this year, Claire Baker has an insid-er’s view on the development of a more envi-ronmentally responsible hospitality industry.Here, Baker shares her thoughts on where themovement has been, where it’s going and howto get on board.
Over the past ten years enormous strides have been made withinthe hotel industry generally with regard to environmental man-agement and training, perhaps mostly in Europe, but also withinthe Asia Pacific region and in The Americas. Major internationalgroups such as Accor, Fairmont, Marriott, Rezidor, Hilton,Starwood and Taj manage their major impacts by minimizing ener-gy and water use and waste creation. Some have gone much fur-ther, for example making significant investments in solar energyand CHP technology. Rezidor SAS Hospitality and HiltonInternational are very sophisticated in terms of measuring theirperformance and benchmarking results between their properties.In Canada, Fairmont is using the principles of The Natural Step tofollow a more ecologically, socially and economically sustainablepath. Marriott International has a particularly strong communityfocus. For all of them, training is the key to achieving success –there is no point introducing a towel and linen program if the maidwhisks the towels away when they have been hung back on therail for reuse for example!
What do you see as the most important green trend in the nextfive years for hotels?I believe the next five years will see consolidation of what manyhotels are already doing in terms of environmental managementand hopefully larger numbers of hotels (particularly small andmedium ones) starting to manage their impacts, together withgreater awareness of other corporate social responsibility issues.There will hopefully be even more government incentives forinvestment in environmental technology and a correspondingincrease in take up. I think we will see more focus on destinationstewardship, whereby all stakeholders (accommodationproviders, tour operators and local communities) work in
partnership to create more sustainable destinations. Hotels andresorts at the very cutting edge will be those that are designed,developed and built with a view to minimizing their negativeenvironmental effects and benefiting their local community asmuch as possible.
What is the most important action/measure a hotelier can doright now to “get green.”If you don’t have an environmental program in place, the bestthing would be to assemble a green team, define your keyimpacts and write an environmental policy for the hotel. Then youcan start to introduce simple measures for managing waste, wateruse and energy consumption. I would refer hoteliers to some ofthe articles in greenhotelier to help them get started. Involvestaff so that they have ownership of the program and provideincentives to reward achievements by different departments.Install separate meters within departments to measure yourresource consumption and set targets to reduce energy andwater use. Introduce ”no cost” measures such as switching offlights and not washing vegetables under running water, and “low-cost” measures with a rapid payback such as replacing incandes-cent light bulbs with energy saving alternatives or flow limiters ontoilet cisterns. Find out how much of your waste can be reused,composted or recycled. By introducing environmental measuresyou will be amazed at how the utility bills come down!
How do you see hoteliers in North America beginning to shifttoward a green attitude?Some U.S. hotels are already very environmentally-committed asdemonstrated for example by their involvement with the USEPAEnergy Star Program or using the Green Hotels Association tosupport their towel and linen reuse activities. Environmentalpressure on all kinds of companies and industries is only going toincrease, particularly from the investment community and themore enlightened customers, so hoteliers that are ahead of thegame by anticipating those demands will benefit.
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SERTA: For the Hotel and Motel Industry, Serta is theBrand of ChoiceSerta is the most popular mattress brand among majorhotels and motels around the world. Some of the mostprestigious hotels have chosen the Serta Perfect Sleeperabove all other mattresses for its comfort, durability andvalue. Serta is an organization that is international inscope, but local in service. Throughout the world, Sertaplants bring a unique combination of local ownership andservice, along with the industry’s most popular hospitalitymattress brand.
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More than 60% of the company’sstaff has received training aboutthe impacts of the hospitality indus-try and what actions they can take.
Localize programsRezidor SAS operates in 47 coun-tries. By developing a list of 12objectives – rather than a checklistof requirements – it allows eachproperty to develop an action planthat works best for them, givenmarket demands and constraints.The General Manager works withan RB coordinator at the hotellevel, with the support of a regionalstructure that interfaces with theHeidenmark-Cook’s team. “So, inScandinavia, for example, effortsfocus more on waste separationwhereas in the Middle East it’smore about charitable assistance,”she explains. Scandic similarlyrequires “specific and detailed”action plans be developed by eachof is hotels, and reserves space inemployee areas at each property toreport its success. The obvious
financing in developing nations.Thirty-one financial institutions haveadopted the principles since 2003.
Labels countWhile known mainly as a great con-sumer-marketing tool, eco-labelingis also effective for business-to-business commerce. Both hotelsuse third-party accreditation as away to qualify suppliers and solicitnew business: Scandic’s recent cer-tification by the prestigious NordicSwan label for all its properties inSweden and Norway has resulted insignificant new corporate business.
Push suppliersFor the most part, rather than seek-ing specifically “green” vendors,the hotels have asked more of theircurrent suppliers to specify ordevelop products that are earthfriendly. Scandic requires vendorsto sign a suppliers’ declaration,ensuring that partners are aware ofand striving toward the use ofrenewable materials and
biodegradable substances. Dux(beds), Lux (liquid soaps) andPhilips (TV sets) are three compa-nies whose eco-labeled productshave successfully met the hotel’sstandards.
Train, train, trainBergkvist reports staff education asthe single most important factor ofsuccess with a green program;Scandic provides training for everynew employee and ongoing staffeducation through online coursesthat are also being implemented atHilton International. The NaturalStep, an international advisory andresearch organization, has beeninstrumental in helping Scandicdevelop their program. “Peoplewant to do the right thing,Bergkvist says. “If you give themthe information, they will.”
Rezidor SAS has also made educa-tion a priority, as a key element inthe company’s first phase of itsResponsible Business (RB) Program.
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mental performance) and reportsresults through an Intranet-basedstatus report.
Both hotels are members of theInternational Hotels EnvironmentalInitiative (IHEI) – a London-basednetwork of international hotel com-panies engaged in reducing theeffects of the hotel trade on theenvironment. IHEI has developed abenchmarking tool for hotels tomeasure the volume of keyresources being consumed, com-pare to other hotels and under-stand the financial and resourcesavings that are possible byimproving performance. Look forIHEI’s design and constructionguidelines later this year.
As for what’s next? Rezidor’sHeidenmark-Cook cites purchasingguidelines, as well as a movetoward green design and construc-tion, while Scandic hopes toexpand their all-organic breakfast
(currently only in Sweden) to allproperties and cites overall healthand wellness as a new priority,while continuing the work toward“eco-conversion” of all gue-strooms, and eventually all proper-ties.
The progress of these two hotels isinspiring, first because of the obviousand significant effects – or more pre-cisely, lack of effects – their approachhas had on the environment. But it’salso heartening to see that theseresults – which are accompanied byclear business benefits - have beenachieved within a relatively shortperiod (10 years in the case ofScandic, five for Rezidor SAS) andthat it is mostly a matter mindsetthat makes them possible.
Robin Holt is a nationally recognized expert in hos-pitality design trends and development strategies.She can be reached at [email protected]
benefits: local “ownership” and rel-evance improves performance.
Measure resultsScandic has developed a number oftools to assess the hotel’s environ-mental performance since 1995.The Best in the Class (BINC) systemmeasures 18 key indicators overdifferent time intervals. A computerdatabase, the Scandic UtilitySystem (SUS), was developed andincorporated to monitor resourceconsumption, then modified andupgraded in 2004 as HiltonEnvironmental Reporting (HER),which is used in all Scandic andHilton International hotels. Scandichas even developed a “towel calcu-lator” that tallies how much money,water and chemicals are saved as aresult of towel re-use at any givenhotel.
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charged with development andconstruction should seek out thosecontractors and subcontractorsready and willing to help themachieve their sustainability goals.
Green Construction PracticesSince the design and constructionof green buildings adds complexityto the construction process, usingthe integrated design-build deliveryover traditional, low-bid approachyields the best results. Design-buildbrings the builder into the designprocess and breaks down the divi-
Did you know that your construc-tion contractor can directly impactover 50% of the points needed forthe basic LEED™ certified rating(North America’s leading greenstandard for design and construc-tion) and 30% of the points for thehighest rating of Platinum? Greenconstruction practices, such asusing recycled materials, recyclingconstruction and demolition debrisand preventing storm-water pollu-tion, are essential elements in over-all green building design. Everybuilding project has an impact onthe environment. Before you beginyour renovation or expansion proj-ect, become familiar with greenpractices in the design and con-struction process.
After a prolonged period of mod-erate new hotel construction, anupturn in the lodging industry isfinally spurring an increase in newdevelopment and construction. Inits April 2005 LodgingDevelopment Forecast and TrendsReport, Lodging Econometricsreports the largest increase in newconstruction since the 90s withprojects in the constructionpipeline at the end of first quarter2005 totaling 2,388 hotels— morethan 322,000 rooms. With all theseprojects on the boards, this is theperfect time to understand not onlythe principles of green design, butalso of green construction, whichfocuses on protecting the environ-ment during building.
During construction, the environ-ment is susceptible to impacts onwater and wetlands, spills andemissions from construction equip-ment, construction and demolitiondebris as well as the potentialimpact on the habitat. Nowhere isthis more critical than in a resort
setting, where the environs of thedestination itself attract customersin the first place.
Just as the desire for sustainabledevelopment and demand forgreen building design is growingthroughout the world, the construc-tion industry is growing its involve-ment to mitigate these impacts. Asconstruction professionals increas-ingly join the ranks of architectsand other design professionals inbecoming LEED™ accredited,those in the lodging industry
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agement and the recycling andreuse of construction materials.
Water and Energy UseOwners and their contractors canconserve water and energy usedduring the construction process ina number of ways. The U.S.Department of Energy suggests:
• Use lighting during constructiononly in active areas of the site.This saves energy and protectsthe night sky from light pollution.
• Turn all lights off when work is ata halt. Use motion sensors forsecurity lighting.
• Use energy-efficient lamps suchas compact fluorescents, for tem-porary and permanent lightingschemes
• Use renewable energy technolo-gies or green power, if locallyavailable, to power equipmentand vehicles
• Use low-flow fixtures for watersiphons you install for construc-tion
• Use rainwater or - grey waterfrom the construction site
Material SelectionChoosing appropriate materials canboth minimize damage to the envi-ronment and reduce costs over thelife-cycle of the development.“Appropriate” can mean the mate-rials themselves or where theycome from. Today, innovations inrenewable, recycled or recyclablematerials provide many opportuni-ties for use without lessening thequality goals of the design,whether for an eco resort or a traditional hotel.
Architects and contractors whounderstand sustainability have up-to-date knowledge of green prod-ucts and the ability to evaluatewhat is appropriate for your proj-ect. When specifying materials,
sions between owner, architect andcontractor to ensure that the intentof each LEED credit is met andadequate documentation is taken.
“If the builder is part of the earlyplanning and concept stages, theowner gets the benefit of real-timecost feedback associated withdesign and material choices beingmade,” described Scott Anderson,a LEED™ accredited ProjectSponsor with Pankow Builders.“Design-build can make your sustainable goals more achievablebecause it better equips you tomanage the addition of green com-ponents against the budget, mitigating costs – both to the bot-tom line and to sustainability.”Environmentally sensitive construc-tion covers a broad range of issues,but the areas where green practices can bring the greatestinfluence include: water and energyuse, site impact (earth, air andwater); construction materials andequipment; and the largest impactof all — construction waste man-
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Construction waste diverted fromlandfills can be distributed in anynumber of ways: precious metalscraps, such as copper piping, canbe sold for the value of the metal.Concrete can be sent back to quar-ries for recycling. Wood doors andcasework can be taken to compa-nies that recycle wood into otherproducts for half the price ofdumping fees. And, when feasible,some products can be donated tonon-profit organizations.
And since 80 percent of construc-tion materials use natural resources,specifying recycled/reusable mate-rials from the start is the logicalfirst step.
Impact on Earth, Air and Water.Reducing the environmental impacton the site can be particularly criti-cal when maintaining the quality ofdesirable destinations. “TakeHawaii,” said David Bylund, whoheads the Sustainability Program atHonolulu-based Architects Hawaii,Ltd. “Here we don’t have to createan attraction; our concern is not todamage the very thing that attractsvisitors while still providing a com-fortable stay.”
products and equipment, look atperformance, not just measures;life-cycle costs not just price. Whenspecifying materials, considerusing: recycled materials; local andregional materials in order toreduce the use of natural resourcesnecessary for transporting; and,rapidly renewable materials toreduce the depletion of virginmaterials and use of petroleum-based materials.
Construction Waste ManagementConstruction waste accounts for 30percent of all waste generated atlandfills, yet 60-80 percent of allwaste on a construction site is recy-clable. Construction and demolition(C&D) debris is defined as “materi-als produced in the process of con-struction, renovation, and/or demo-lition of buildings.” C&D includesitems such as wood, concrete, wall-board, paper, glass and roofingmaterials – all of which are recycla-ble. LEED rating points are award-ed in the area of constructionwaste management based on howmuch material is diverted from aland fill, credits are available forplans that recycle/salvage 50 per-cent or 75 percent.
Bylund’s point holds true for all theworld’s “paradises,” whether sun,ski or wilderness destinations,green construction practices canhelp sustain natural resources sothese assets endure for future gen-erations of visitors and for theirowners. You can reduce siteimpacts by:
• Document a site’s existing natu-ral, historical and cultural featuresand make specific plans to pre-serve them
• Specify locations for trailers andequipment
• Specify which areas of the siteshould be kept free of traffic,equipment and storage
• Prohibit clearing of vegetationbeyond 40 feet from the buildingperimeter
• Explain methods of protectingvegetation, such as designatingaccess routes and parking
• Require methods for clearing andgrading the site that are as lowimpact as possible
Construction activities can affectwater quality. Best practices toreduce erosion and sediment runoffinclude:
• Installing silt fencing;
• Providing vegetative buffersalong water bodies;
• Covering or seeding all dirtstockpiles; and,
• Protecting storm drain inlets tofilter out trash and debris.
Some storm water managementpractices taken during construction,such as retention ponds, canbecome a properties’ asset afterconstruction is complete.
In addition to these performancestrategies, lodging industry owners
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and developers committed to sus-tainable design and construction,should not overlook indigenousconstruction practices and productsand services of local origin.
Doing Well by Doing GoodDon’t be deterred by the fact thatbuilding green often comes withincreased upfront costs; there aremany, proven long-term economicpaybacks for building green, not tomention the marketing and societalbenefits. A 2003 report byCalifornia’s Sustainable BuildingTaskforce aggregated thecosts and benefits ofgreen buildings, compar-ing the cost of 33 greenbuildings to conventionaldesigns. The researchfound that “the averagepremium of these greenbuildings is slightly lessthan 2%,” and yields abenefit of 10 times theinitial investment.
In the past 10 years, thehotel industry has begunto realize the financialbenefits of energy, waterconsumption and wastegeneration-reducingpractices in their opera-tions. Reaping therewards of those businesspractices, as in the caseof the recently openedTara Beach Suites &Space resort in Aruba,can support your capitalinvestment goals. Thenew resort facility waspossible due in part tocosts savings achievedthrough the Bucuti BeachResort’s environmentalpractices, the 2004 recipi-ent of the Innovation inEnvironmental BestPractice Award from theInternational Hotel &Restaurant Association.
Yet the U.S. Green BuildingCouncil’s database of LEED certi-fied buildings holds only two lodg-ing properties. With all the growingknowledge, information-sharingand innovation in sustainable devel-opment, design and constructiongained in other building types, thenext 10 years should start to showthe benefits of integrating the builtenvironment into the equation.“Taking that first step is simply tostart,” said Bylund. “Examine newor existing operations and facilities
for opportunities to save resourcesand enhance the environment. Youwill quickly have an integrated planthat will support your bottom line,attract more visitors and protectyour paradise.”
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NEWH Inc. is pleased to announcea joint venture with UNICEF…Schoolfrom the Heart. NEWH, Inc. haspledged to raise $50,000 over a one-year period, to fund UNICEF’sSchool-in-a-Box education program.The initial kickoff was held inMay at the HD Expo andConference 2005 in Las Vegas.
School-in-a Box is a basic, rapidresponse tool that allows thedelivery of essential learning and teaching materials to placeswhere educational services have been disrupted due to sudden severe situations suchas war, civil strife or natural disaster. This tool, developedand pioneered by UNESCO and UNICEF in Rwanda, isincreasingly being used inother development contexts,such back-to-school operations.
NEWH Inc. is pleased
NEWH/South Florida
hosts their 3rd Annual Scholarship
Fundraising Event on
Thursday, September 15, 2005 in conjunction with The HD Boutique
South Beach, Miami
Special Presentation forSchool from the Heart
Anne-Marie GreyChief, International Corporate Alliances / Private Sector Division, United Nations Children’s Fund
Lyndall DeMarco, Executive Director, International Tourism Partnership,The Prince of Wales International Business Leaders Forum
Special NEWH/UNICEF Video
For further information, contact:
Stacey Berman, Berman Purchasing, Inc.- Event Co-Chair 561.262.4939
Dawn Starling, IIDA, Starling and Associates- Event Co-Chair 305.238.2153
Here’s How it Works!
You decide the dollar amount of your pledge and then challenge:
-your company colleagues
-your fellow industry members
-or, your local NEWH Chapter to partner with you in raising funds.
You then match their contributions up to the amount of your initialpledge. Everyone’s efforts have been doubled—clearly a winningsolution to funding School-in-a-Box!
NEWH, Inc. chapters have pledged to raise an initial $5,000 each. Amatching penny pledge could result in a $50 donation, a matching25 cent pledge could result in a $1250 donation, a matching 50 centpledge could result in a $2,500 donation, and so on.
Or, you can fund an entire School-in-a-Box by donating $400.
Pledges can be made on-line at www.NEWH.org or by completingthe pledge form found on the insert of this magazine.
3rd AnnualBubble Bash
Sept 15, 2005
School from the Heart
Matching Funds Program ISSUE A CHALLENGE
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to announce a joint venture with UNICEF…School from the Heart.
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The School-in-a-Box contains supplies and materials for a teacherand up to 80 students, if taught indouble–shift classes of 40.
Harvey Nudelman, S. Harris/Fabricut$5,000 pledge
"This program is set up so thateveryone is empowered to makea difference. I challenge hospitalityindustry leaders to join me in this important fund-matching campaign. A little bit from everyoneproduces better results than a lot from a few. Whether youmatch funds raised in your own organization or match what hasbeen raised by your local NEWHchapter, it is all good. The key isthat education is a chance for life."
–Harvey Nudelman, President,S.Harris/Fabricut
Funds-Matching
Program
To date, $16,000 of theseNEWH, Inc. Corporate Partners’ commitment to NEWH in 2005has been dedicated to theSchool from the Heart program:
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Durkan Patterned Carpet
HD Group/VNU Expositions
Signature Hospitality Carpet
Shelby Williams Industries, Inc.
Burtco Enterprises,
Milliken Carpet/Hospitality
NLP Furniture Industries, Inc.
S. Harris/Fabricut
Serta Mattress Company
Join these industry leaders and show that you Gave From The Heart
We purchased a $400
School-in-a-Box
Jillian Van Dresser, The Van Dresser Company$750 – promotional rulers
"It is my sincere hope that mydonation will provide rulers(scales) that can be distributedto fellow designers and architects as a reminder thattheir success comes from theirability to achieve a wonderfuleducation. When they look at thescale, hopefully, it will promptthem to pick up the phone oremail in a pledge, enabling chil-dren around the world to realizethe empowerment that educa-tion provides."
–Jillian Van Dresser, The Van Dresser Company
Barbara Azzinaro, Azzinaro-Cohen Associates
Kravet Contract
Minda and James Dowling,Artefact Art Consultants Ltd
Joanie Neumayer, Cheryl Rowley Design
NEWH UK Chapter
Cliff Tuttle, Forrest Perkins, LLC
Jeanne Varney, Host MarriottCorporation, and husband,Stephen Babcock
Team– "Girls Night Out": Soo Chang, R.D. Jones,Michelle Thomas, M DesignStudio, Cynthia Griffin, GriffinInterior Design, JenniferNelson, Genesys Wallcovering
Contributors:
Jackie Hanson, Blue J Design
Whitney M. Tredwell, IIDA Genesys
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Corporate Partners
For more information about School from the Heart, please contact:
Lynda Welte, Chair, International Community Development ProgramsBlueprints for Design, TEL: 703.737.3137, FAX 703.737.0097 [email protected]
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Most of us are aware of the U.S. Green BuildingCouncil’s Leadership in Energy & EnvironmentalDesign™ (LEED) Green Building Rating System,which measures any building type’s environmentalperformance in five areas: Sustainable Sites, WaterEfficiency, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials andResources, and Indoor Environmental Quality.However, hotel and resort developers and opera-tors wishing to make their next building projectsustainable, can tap into a number of other pro-grams, some specifically targeting the tourism sec-tor.
One is supported by World Travel and Tourism’sGreen Globe initiative, the global benchmarking,certification and improvement system for sustain-able travel and tourism. Green Globe 21 has devel-oped the “Green Globe 21 Design and ConstructStandard” to provide developers, their architects,contractors and related professionals with a“benchmark for sustainable performance in bothdesign and construction of travel and tourism infra-structure.” The Design and Construct Standarddocuments the requirements for assessing the envi-ronmental, social and economic performance of thedesign, enabling the building project to achieve aGREEN GLOBE Design & Construct Benchmarkingand Certification. Its principles to define sustain-able design and construction are:
Design approach and sustainability policies• Siting• Conserving energy• Selection of materials and process• Protection of earth, air and water• Construction processes• Response to social and contextual issues
Some specific examples include: environmentalbriefing; passive design strategies; involving usersand builders at an early stage to communicate thesustainability vision; predicted energy use and CO2emissions; rating of materials for their recycled con-tent, reusability; waste minimization during con-struction including daily waste monitoring; manage-ment of impacts and loadings on land; and, man-
agement of non biodegradable chemicals. The
Green Globe 21 Design and Construct Standard
can be found at www.greenglobe21.com.
Though not a certification program, Conservation
International is partnering with the International
Hotels Environment Initiative (IHEI) to launch global
sustainability guidelines for best practices in the
hotel sector in siting, design and construction
aimed at minimizing the negative impacts of devel-
opment. “The Green Host Effect: An Integrated
Approach to Sustainable Tourism and
Development” published by Conservation
International, recommends principles of sustainable
infrastructure and facility development, including
low impact concepts for construction and design
as:
• Choose materials based on sources that minimize
damage, and properties such as insulation, dura-
bility, recyclability and availability
• Use recycled and renewable materials whenever
practical
• Do not use timber harvested from primary
forests; rather, seek wood extracted from tree
farms, secondary forests or already degraded
lands
• Work with local experts knowledgeable in local
building techniques and strategies; for example,
“what is the proper angle for a roof, which mate-
rial will last longest, and how should they be
used”
• Take advantage of natural climate conditions for
cooling, energy and other needs
• Use native plant species for landscaping and nat-
ural insect control measures such as fish and
other animals
While these programs have many similarities, each
gives unique insight and ideas to help hotel and
resort developers and owners find the appropriate
sustainability solution for their building project.
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The hospitality industry is strong.Rev Pars are up, acquisitions arestrong, global growth has neverbeen stronger, and 60% of hotelowners today are new to the indus-try. The timing is “choice” forapplying sustainable practices toproperties and uniting the designers and their clients in pur-suit of green. Architecture, design,construction and hosptiality needto promote destinations respectfulof the built and natural environ-ment, and reinforce positive desti-nations with environmental sustain-ability. How do we accomplish this,and from whom do we take ourlead?
Sustainablity’s Golden Rule:“Leave the world better than youfound it, take no more than youneed, try not to harm life or theenvironment, make amends if youdo.” (Paul Hawkins, “The Ecologyof Commerce”) Almost twentyyears ago, the acknowledgementof one’s impact on the environmentimpacted all industries, mostnotably the built environment. Thereality of how our lifestyles wereeffecting and depleting naturalresources needed to be reviewedand acknowledged. Today, thoseimpacts are greater still. We as pro-
fessionals need to valuesustainability within aproject, not as a lineitem, but woven into theoverall solution.
During project develop-ment, every member ofthe team has an impacton the future of the siteand to promote environ-mental stewardship.Architects and interiordesigners have the abilityto get inside the mindsof the end users, supply-ing solutions to healthierand more energy efficientbuildings. Clients awareof the benefits to proper-ty value, both for currentand future use, will gainhigher revenue, health and produc-tivity of end users throughout theirownership. Today’s collaboration,research and social consciousnessof human-centered design propos-es new challenges, with interestingsolutions.
Leading on the Owner’s SideIn recent years, studies have talliedthe lodging industry as one of thelargest contributors to waste. Somesurprising facts regarding the hos-pitality industry shared by GreenWorks, (www.greenworks.com)include:
• The average hotel purchasesmore products in one week than100 families will typically pur-chase in one year.
• About 50 percent of a typicalhotel’s waste stream is recyclable,not including food wastes.Instituting a recycling program isa cost effective way to reducewaste and save money.
• Compact fluorescent bulbs last10 times as long as incandescent
bulbs and use 75 percent lessenergy meaning that one bulbcan save you $25 over the life-time of the bulb.
• You can save 13.5 gallons of freshwater by choosing not to replacetowels and linens daily.
One certification program, ECOTEL@, was developed toenhance the environmental reputa-tion of hotels through pioneeringinitiatives, with regard to environ-mental commitment, solid wastemanagement, energy efficiency,water conservation and preserva-tion and employee environmenteducation and community involve-ment. The certification is for twoyears, and the hotel receivesinspections to ensure the ongoingenvironmental efforts.
Green Hotels Association’sPresident and Founder PatriciaGriffin shares, “It’s not just abouttaking the soap home after yourstay.” The association bringstogether hoteliers interested inenvironmental issues, encouraging
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and promoting the greening of thelodging industry. The associationprovides a comprehensive catalog,ideally assisting general managers,engineers and executive house-keepers to achieve water and energy savings, and solid wastereducing ideas. Many participatingowners say that they have experi-enced a minimum of a 5% drop inutility costs, and that guests like toknow hotels are doing their part toconserve and cut costs down.
The hospitality industry also offersGreen Seal, a non-profit organiza-tion striving to achieve a more sustainable world by promotingenvironmentally responsible pro-duction, purchasing and products.Founded in 1989, they provide theproducts with environmental certifi-cations, and currently certify morethan 300 companies in 40 cate-gories. In 1999, the Sheraton,Rittenhouse Square in Philadelphiapassed a thirty-six point test tobecome the first hotel on theGreen Seal list. The hotel includes:compact fluorescent light bulbs,guest room linens and fabrics oforganic cotton, Organic, hypoaller-genic carpeting that is not glueddown, and a heavy duty air filtra-tion system that filters the air everyhalf hour, as well as a multi-parttrash can for recycled glass, paperand plastic. Barry Dimson, founderof the environmentally consciousbuilding stated that as more build-ings adopt environmentally soundprinciples, the costs of purchasingrecycled materials, bamboo, andenergy-saving devices willdecrease.
For more information on GreenSeal, go to www.greenseal.org
Leading on the Manufacturers’ SideIn response to the demand formore environmentally responsibleinteriors, the textile industry offersa variety of solutions and new tech-nologies. The majority of recycledpolyester fabrics are derived fromrecycled plastic bottles. Morerecently, PLA (polylactic acid) isbeing used to make plastics that
can be processed into yarns for theproduction of fabrics for apparel,bedding and carpet. PLA, trade-marked Ingeo, is derived fromcorn. Most importantly, much likeother components of a green build-ing, it is critical that the processesused to produce, finish and dyetextiles are environmentally soundwith respect to energy savings andwaste reduction.The ultimate goalis that the materials and processesused in production, finishing anddyeing fabrics are not harmful toliving things. Another way fabriccompanies have addressed theneed to preserve our environmentis through the use of natural fibers.Climatex, a combination of clean,natural wool and ramie, offers anatural, clean, compostable fabricalternative for green interiors.Additional natural fabrics include
the New Earth Collection, a 100%compostable wool. Like Climatex,New Earth is certified to theOektex Standard 100, guaranteeingthat the dyed fibers have beenscreened against and are certifiedfree of any substances harmful tohuman health. Oektex is usedthroughout Europe to comprehen-sively address the Human Ecologycomponent of textiles products.Perhaps the greatest challenge isto understand what makes a fabricgreen in order to make aninformed choice. Recognizing thecomplexity of this issue theAssociation for Contract Textiles(ACT) recently partnered with
GreenBlue and NSF International todevelop sustainable textile stan-dards for interior fabrics. ACT’sgoal is to have an industry standardin place by December 2006.
Leading on the Design Industry’sSideHospitality has challenges unlikemany of the other built environ-ments: The everyday guest is notthe same for everyone, rising insophistication with combinedexpectations. The overall lifespanof an interior or property is lessthan most, and produces muchmore waste, beginning with con-struction and throughout the life-cycle. Our disposable industry islonging for answers to the contra-diction of marketing and the envi-ronmental concerns in hospitality.Hotels need to embrace longevitywithin the site with provisions forless remodeling and replacementof materials, to lower costs of thelifecycle of the building.
A collaborative approach to thedesign and success of a property iskey, allowing for an holisticapproach connecting all involved.Good sustainable design shouldconsider the impact of new materi-als on future reuse, as we reviewthe project’s past and integrate itinto the future. How sustainable isa project’s waste that might be re-useable in the end, or eliminatedby thinking ahead? Green construc-tion and design can share the “lessis more” procedure by achievingless intrusion on site, fewer manu-facturing processes, less fuel inshipping and other more simplifiedapproaches for more long-termvalue in the project’s dollars. Asprofessionals that learn from indus-try, we also rely highly on theinsight and education of the “new”professionals and their educationalexperience.
IDEC’s (Interior Design EducatorsCouncil) Spring 2005 Internationalmeeting endorsed the concept ofsocially responsible design, includ-ing the Cradle to Cradle DesignParadigm as an integral part of
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interior design education. Fourgroups focused on educating theeducators, educating the students,resources and outreach. Caren S.Martin, Ph.D., CID, assistant profes-sor of interior design in theDepartment of Design, Housing,and Apparel at the University ofMinnesota shared, “Students todayare the ambassadors of sustainabili-ty, bringing to the profession sus-tainability concepts and knowledgeof resources for integration into thefirm’s projects. Sustainability isintroduced in lectures, the frame-work for knowledge that is thenreinforced in design studiosthroughout their coursework.”
The awareness and focus on theimportance of sustainable designwas recently seen in a design com-petition with c2c home (www.c2c-home.org), involving both studentsand professionals, and focusing onthe ideology described in Cradle toCradle: Remaking The Way WeMake Things. The issues valued inthe awards included: usingresources effectively and eliminat-ing waste, celebrating the contextof kinship with residents and neigh-bors and the engaging of theindustry with qualified materialselection. Marla-Rae R. Lewandoski,a recent graduate of ColoradoState University participated in c2chome design competition for aclass, and followed up with a cap-stone project of a hotel. Uponcompletion, Marla shared theimportance of integrating sustain-ability in small steps, which willeventually impact all built environ-ments. Her awareness to sustain-ability, allowed her to follow
through by meeting stan-dards on energy conserva-tion/efficiency, waste mini-mization, recycling, reuseand resource managementfrom waste water to freshwater resources. We are alllooking to learn and honorthe education and talent ofstudents, to provide us withthe vision for universal solu-tions to a more sustainablefuture.
As professionals our resources aremany, one of which is a webcastthat can be viewed throughwww.informedesign.umn.edu: (main menu, webcast archives:Sustainable Design, LEED), featur-ing Kevin Flynn, AIA, LEED AP andPresident of EcoDEEP, an architec-ture, research and planning firmwith an acute focus on sustainable,high performance design. The web-cast is a highly graphic learningtool sharing the value and imple-mentation of sustainability to proj-ects, seen through the view of anarchitect. Kevin believes that,“Sustainability needs to focus on aholistic balance between the inter-dependence of environmentalgood, economic health and feasi-bility and social fairness or equity. Itis only through this that we finddeeper, workable solutions to thefundamental questions sustainabili-ty asks of us.”
Bringing All Sides TogetherAt the recent scholarship awardsdinner of the Los Angeles chapterof NEWH, Darrell Schmitt, ASID,CID addressed the attendees bythe following quote: “ In our joinedhospitality industries of construc-tion, architecture, design, manufac-turing, and management…. theresponsibility being at the heart ofservice to people….we have boththe opportunity and the responsi-bility to guide our clients, the peo-ple who develop property and thepeople who use it, toward imagina-tive and responsible solutions tothe problems of sustainable build-ing. Day by day, choice by choice,our combined industries have the
power to exert enormous influencein molding the marketplace towardbetter stewardship in the creationof healthy environments for ourguests of today and of the future.”
Today, designers and architects arethe “directors” of this valuedlifestyle, sharing the responsibilityto educate on sustainability withour clients, developers and guests.The industries of construction,manufacturing and managementare equally looking for creative andimaginative solutions to sustainableproperties. Our combined influenceon the environment can mold thefuture. The consumer will obvious-ly drive the occupancy, so allowyour properties to be a positiveinfluence on the guest and providethe beginning of changes for futureworldwide generations. Allow youractions and designs to lead in the“green” movement with yourknowledge, talent and environmen-tally friendly solutions.
Before you design or buy anything,ask these thirteen key questions : Do we need it? Can we do withoutit? Can we borrow, rent or get itused? Is the project designed tominimize waste? Can it be smaller,lighter or made from fewer materi-als? Is it designated to be durableor multi-functional? Does it userenewable resources? Is reuse prac-tical and encouraged? Are theproduct and/or packaging refill-able, recyclable or repairable? Is itmade with post-consumer recycled(PCR) or reclaimed materials andhow much? Is it available in a lesstoxic form? Can it be made with less toxic materials? Is it avail-able from a socially and environ-mentally responsible company? Is itmade locally?
What can you do for the earthtoday?
Many thanks to all contributing team members:
Kevin Flynn: [email protected] Caren Martin: [email protected] Cassa: [email protected] Marla-rae R. Lewandoski:[email protected]
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The motto says it all, “Nobody hasever done this before. With visioncomes courage. The courage tolead. The courage to inspire. Thecourage to change.” The brain-child of the Canadian companySustainable Valley Developments(SVD), Natura Hotels is an up-and-coming green hotel brand inspiredby the “green” movement. SVD’svision for the Natura brand ofcondo hotels is to be the catalystfor innovative hotel design, con-struction and management for thehotel industry. Rather than theincremental greening, the currentpredominate practice in the hospi-tality industry, SVD wants to inte-grate the triple bottom line into theconstruction and operation of theirhotels.
With their plan to build a chain ofLEED Platinum hotels throughoutNorth and South America,Sustainable Valley Developmentsbelieves that old practices can andwill change. The goal of the com-pany is make a positive impact oncommunities, with their employees,and significantly reduceour impact on the naturalenvironment. They believethe time has finally comefor a major change in thehotel industry as they planto be the disruptive forcein the industry, compellingother hotels to adapt tosociety’s increased concernfor respecting the planetand people.
SVD is the brainchild of BoydCohen, Ph.D., a professor of sus-tainable business entrepreneurshipat the University of Victoria, andMarc Storms, SVD’s ChiefMarketing Officer. Discussing theopportunities to “green” existingcondos, they recognized that therewas a revolution waiting to occur inthe hotel industry, where lights,water and heat flow 24/7 andwhere the concept of the triplebottom line had not taken root.
“Among the good reasons todevelop a truly green hotel chain,we did not have much discussionaround profitability,” explainedStorms. “With potential energy sav-ings as high as 50%, any increasedcost for building to a LEED levelwould quickly be offset by the sig-nificant energy savings. Combinethe other aspects of the triple bot-tom line, the creation ofSustainable Valley Developmentsand the idea for the Natura HotelChain, was a no brainer.”
With its planned flagship hotel, theNatura Dockside, SVD has steppedinto a niche which is changing thehotel as we now know it. NaturaDockside is part of the DocksideGreen project, a large mixed-usedevelopment in Victoria, BritishColumbia. The Dockside brownfieldredevelopment project, located onthe inner harbor of downtownVictoria, is being developed byVancity Enterprises and WindmillDevelopments. In addition to theNatura Dockside Condo Hotel, SVDis currently in the process of secur-ing land in Kelowna (a very popularresort destination in B.C.) for a hotelformatted for 22 stories, 200+condo sized rooms. In addition, theyare in the process of finalizing ajoint venture agreement to beginco-development of two more hotelsin Ottawa and Toronto. On the hori-zon are two sites in the initial reviewstages, one in Costa Rica.
For more information about SVD, the Natura HotelBrand or any specific projects please visit our web-site at www.naturahotels.ca
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Signature Hospitality Carpets is norun of the mill carpet company. TheDalton, Georgia-based, mid-sizedmanufacturer of carpet for the hos-pitality industry prides itself oncombining the state-of-the-art tech-nical capabilities of a large mill withthe attentive, personalized serviceof a smaller operation. With morethan 75 years of experience in thehospitality industry, Signature is avalued corporate partner and long-time supporter of NEWH.
With an extremely focused vision ofhow business should be done, thecompany strives daily to operate ina manner that underscores the hon-esty, integrity, and good value thatare the principles behind its consis-tent growth and serve the design-ers and purchasers of hospitalityproducts better than anyone else inthe industry.
Janice Marko of MarkoInternational and Director/Corporate Development, NEWH,Inc. spoke recently with BobThomas, Executive VicePresident of SignatureHospitality Carpets aboutthe state of the industry andtheir perspective on part-nering with NEWH:
JANICE MARKO: The industryhas been a little rocky in thepast few years and seems tobe rebounding. Where doyou think the industry isgoing?
BOB THOMAS: I feel verygood about the hospitalityindustry right now. We arebusy, but not too busy, and Ifeel this level of business issustainable for at least 2-3
years. Money is available to thepeople that have proven them-selves and for projects that makesense. These factors will limit muchof the overbuilding that hasplagued the industry in the past.
JANICE MARKO: How long have youbeen familiar with NEWH and it’saffiliation with the industry?
BOB THOMAS: I have been familiarwith NEWH since the late 1980swhen Jillian Van Dresser asked meto assist her in a fund-raising golftournament for the Atlanta chapter.I have attended meetings andfundraising events at virtually everychapter in the country and havewatched the organization growover the years to become a strongforce within our industry.
JANICE MARKO: Why did Signaturepartner with NEWH?
BOB THOMAS: Partnering withNEWH has long been a goal ofours, and the timing has finally
come together to make that a reali-ty. We have long believed in theorganization, its goals, and its pro-fessional leadership. As I travel thecountry now, I run into multipledesign firms that have interiordesigners employed who receivedtheir scholarships. To me, that com-pletes the circle that NEWH hasworked toward all these 20+ years.
JANICE MARKO: What are yourexpectations from our partnership?
BOB THOMAS: This is my way of con-tributing to a wonderful effort toaward scholarships. Not only isSignature contributing monetarily,we are also committing our time tofurthering these efforts.
JANICE MARKO: Bob, how do youthink the partnership betweenSignature and NEWH will help youto reach your business goals in theindustry?
BOB THOMAS: NEWH worked with usto create the Bright Eyes program
which contributes to theNEWH scholarship programthrough carpet sales. Thiscorporate sponsorship is thenext step in a partnershipwith NEWH that will furtherboth of our goals in the hos-pitality industry. NEWH willachieve their goal of raisingscholarship money, andSignature will be able toincrease recognition of ourphenomenal carpet compa-ny. Ultimately, this willincrease our sales andenable us to donate moremoney to NEWH throughour “Bright Eyes Program.”It’s a cyclical relationship thatserves us both very well.
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Winston, foundingDirector of San DiegoState University’sHospitality andTourism ManagementProgram. The panelalso discussed theneed for better projectmanagement withinthe global market aslengthy lead-times forgoods become morecommon. Timothy D.Levin, AIA, CorporateVP-Architecture &Design, Marriott
Vacation Club International, stated,“The time is here to take responsi-bility, bring teams together earlier,establish a working budget earlyand maintain and keep communica-tion open. One cannot blame thevendors to manage products bet-ter; we need to be better projectmanagers.”
The consensus of HOTEC atten-dees was that this was a successfuland worthwhile event. They foundit to be a cost-effective and effi-cient way of networking and con-ducting business. Next year,HOTEC North America will be heldat the Mohegan Sun inConnecticut, June 1-4th, 2006.
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NEWH would like tothank McLean Eventsfor another wonderfulopportunity to share inthe global alliance andnetworking opportuni-ties they made avail-able in a very uniqueand successfulapproach to doingbusiness. McLeanEvents was founded in1996, to develop aseries of specializedbusiness-to-businessevents across a rangeof industry sectors.
June 2-5 marked the second NorthAmerican HOTEC event. HOTECwas launched in Europe eight yearsago, and then moved to Asia fouryears ago. Beginning in 2004, theybrought this event to the MiddleEast and North America. HOTECbrings together buyers and suppli-ers in an innovative three-day pro-gram of one-to-one meetings,allowing delegates to talk businessand network with their peers in away that is simply not possible withtraditional trade shows and confer-ences. A common shared quotewas, “It is like speed dating, yetthe outcome is immediate and verypositive.”
HOTEC targets companies whoown, manage, operate and servicethe major international hotelchains, cruise liners, spas & resortsand industry manufacturers andvendors who service this market-place. This year’s event hosted 82key companies covering over 20product categories. Seventy buy-ers from all facets and areas of hos-pitality sat for 20 minutes with each
requested product vendor gaininginsight and sharing knowledge.
Two mornings began with paneldiscussions focusing on designdirections and changes in industrytrends. The first panel was moni-tored by Mike Malley, EditorialDirector of Hotel and MotelManagement Hospitality Network,best known for Hotel and MotelManagement and Hotel Designmagazines. According to Malley,renovations including bedding,bathrooms and amenities providethe greatest return on revenue. Thesame “experience” the guest has intheir hotel room is also driving theretail side of the residential market.The panel also discussed how vari-ous chains are address-ing obesity issues in thiscountry by providing fit-ness equipment inrooms, developing exer-cise programs within theproperty, and addinghealthy food and bever-age plans.
The second panel wasmoderated by Carl
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SALES CENTER (TIE) ★ Fairfield Orlando at BonnetCreek Resort - Design Poole, Inc.(NEWH members: Trisha Poole,Amena Ahmad and JenniferHaworth)
SIGNAGE★ The Westin Kierland Resort andSpa by Starwood VacationOwnership-Curtis DesignInternationalBluegreen Resorts’ The Fountains-Curtis Design InternationalCrane’s Bend Golf Course-OrangeLake Country Club, Inc.
members: Margit Whitlock-Espinosa)Marriott’s Cypress Harbor-MarriottVacation Club International (NEWHmembers: Cathy Hurley and ShereeMeyer)Marriott’s Grande Ocean-MarriottVacation Club International (NEWHmembers: Cathy Hurley and ShereeMeyer)
CONVERSION★ Shell Vacations/Desert RoseResort - Wimberly Allison Tong &Goo (WATG)/Shell Vacations LLC(NEWH members: Jennifer Hammerand Sandi Brown)
Resort Design★ ARDY RECIPIENTS
NEWH, Inc. would like to applaudits members and their companieswho were recognized by theAmerican Resort DevelopmentAssociation at their annual confer-ence in April for their professionalexcellence and design in the fol-lowing categories:
INTERIOR DESIGN – COMMON AREA★ The Westin Kierland Resort andSpa by Starwood VacationOwnership-R.D. Jones &Associates, Inc. (NEWH members:Jillian Van Dresser and RebeccaJones)Hilton Grand Vacations Club onInternational Drive-WimberlyAllison Tong & Goo (WATG)/HiltonGrand Vacations Club (NEWHmembers: Jennifer Hammer andSandi Brown)
INTERIOR DESIGN – NEW RESORT UNIT★ The Westin Kierland Resort andSpa by Starwood VacationOwnership-R.D. Jones & Associates,Inc. (NEWH members: Jillian VanDresser and Rebecca Jones)Fairfield Orlando at Bonnet CreekResort-Design Poole, Inc. (NEWHmembers: Trisha Poole, AmenaAhmad and Jennifer Haworth)The Grandview at Las Vegas-Creative Design Concepts, Inc.(NEWH members: Joanna Barker,Jennifer Hopkins and RachelRosenfeld)Marriott’s SurfWatch-MarriottVacation Club International (NEWHmembers: Cathy Hurley and ShereeMeyer)
REFURBISHMENT – ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR DESIGN★ Lawrence Welk Desert Oasis-Architectural Concepts, Inc. (NEWH
TEAM KIERLAND: Rocky Jordan (SVO Purchasing Agent), Jillian Van Dresser,Principal, Van Dresser Co.; Rebecca Jones, Principal, RDJones; Greg Barrows(Project Director SVO - now Sr. Project Director Hilton Hotel Corporation), AmyScott (Director of Marketing RDJones)
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ing a student chapter formationmanual and help to formulate stu-dent chapter by-laws. We hope tohave the first chapter meeting onthe CSUN campus in Fall 2005.This Founding NEWH StudentChapter will be affiliated with theLos Angeles Founding Chapter.
For further information or other inquiries, pleaseemail Christine Wasmer, NEWH Inc., Director ofScholarship at [email protected]
2004 was a greatyear for NEWH’sScholarship pro-gram, from theintroduction of theICONS Scholarshipopportunity toastounding suc-cess of NEWHChapters world-wide in awardingover $100,000 inscholarships.Thanks goes out tothe hardworking volunteers andfriends of NEWH, your supportyear after year truly makes it hap-pen!
Some chapter updates:Dallas reports that their chapterraised $10,000 through their schol-arship fund raising efforts.
Las VegasOn April 19th, the Las VegasChapter hosted their annual schol-arship luncheon which awarded$15,000.00 in scholarships to fivevery deserving and talented indi-viduals. The winners are; TinaBuren a interior design student atthe Art Institute of LasVegas,Theresa Chen from UNLV focusedon Hotel Administration, AshelyClaeson and Quinn Fronapfel bothat UNLV, Interior Architecture andDesign, and Noga Smerkowitz atUNLV studying InteriorArchitecture.
Los Angeles The 19th Annual ScholarshipBanquet was held at the beautifulWyndham Bel Age hotel on May23rd, with guest speaker DarrellSchmitt CID, President of ASID LosAngeles, who honored all with hisoutstanding and well appointedaddress to the attendees. At thewell attended event, a total of$23,000.00 in scholarships wereawarded to 16 recipients, who dis-
played examples of their work andshared their appreciation or ambi-tions with the interested audience.The chapter would like to sharetheir thanks to the benefactors:Carl Ross Design, Linda Beran,Koroseal Interior Products Group,sfa design, Terry Dougall &Associates. Shared Grants wereprovided by: Kay Lang &Associates, Mirror Image, Inc.Francis Kelley, Paragone Gallery,S.K. Textiles and Cheryl RowleyDesign. NEWH Los AngelesFounding Chapter wishes to thankeveryone for their support andattendance to this event. It isthrough your continued supportthat we are able to give back tothe Hospitality community andassist these outstanding studentsto fulfill “Today’s Needs andTomorrow’s Dreams.”
Another goal has beento establish studentchapters of NEWH. Itlooks like we’re goingto make it happenthanks to an interiordesign student atCalifornia StateUniversity Northridge,JC Cortez. JC hasagreed to assist NEWHin formation of our firstcharter student chap-ter in Los Angeles.She will assist in creat-
education and scholarshipby Christine Wasmer, Wasmer Contract Group
NEWH/Los Angeles Founding Chapter 2005 Scholarship Recipients
Dixie Nordstrom, Scholarship Director,Darrell Schmitt, ASID/LA ChapterPresident-Keynote Speaker and HelenMeisel, President/NEWH Los AngelesFounding Chapter.
Christopher Petit, Scholarship Recipient,NEWH LA Founding Chapter.
NEWH/South Florida 2005 Scholarship Recipients
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Sept. 14-15, 3rd Annual HDBoutique exposition andconference, Miami Beach,Convention Center, Miami, Floridawww.hdboutique.com
Sept. 15, NEWH/South FloridaBubble Bash
Sept. 12 – 14, Third Annual HotelConference – Le Meridien BeachPlaza Hotel, Monte Carlo, MonacoContact: (312) 595-1390
Sept, 22-23, IIDEX /NeoConCanada, Toronto, ON, CEU’s +Membership & Networking booth
Sept, 25-28, Decorex Intl, London,UK, Membership & Networkingboothwww.decorex.com
Sept. 27 – 30, The LodgingConference 2005 Arizona -Biltmore, Arizonawww.lodginglink.com
Oct. 5-8, HOTEC: Europe,Budapest, Hungarywww.mcleanevents.com/hotec
Oct. 8, NEWH/Las Vegas Chapter2nd Annual Hospy Awards, to beheld at the Wynn Hotel and Casino.Honoring Wynn Design &Development Executives RogerThomas and Janellen Radoff.www.NEWHlasvegas.com
Oct. 12-14, Asia Pacific HotelInvestment ConferenceInterContinental Hong Kongwww.burba.com
Oct. 16-18, HostEx, Toronto, ON,Membership & Networking booth
Oct. 19, NEWH West RegionalTrade Show, San Diego, Ca. Contacts:[email protected] [email protected]
For vender registration form,contact 800.593.NEWH.
Nov. 9-11, GreenBuild 2005Atlanta, Georgia www.greenbuild-expo.org
Nov. 12-15, IHMRS, New York, NY,CEU’s + Membership & Networkingboothwww.ihms.com
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York City Client: Food Scope, Inc.
Casual RestaurantWinner: Fluff Bakery, New York CitySubmitting Firm: Lewis.Tsurumaki.Lewis,New York CityClient: Chow Down Management Inc.
Resort Design Winner: Calistoga Ranch-An AubergeResort, Calistoga, CaliforniaSubmitting Firm: SB Architects, SanFranciscoClient: Olympus Calistoga LLC
Spa (hotel or day) Winner: Bathhouse, Las VegasSubmitting Firm: Richardson Sadeki, NewYork CityClient: Mandalay Bay Resort
Nightclub, Bar, or Lounge Winner: Odea, New York CitySubmitting Firm: AvroKO, New York CityClient: Robert Ianniello
Vacation Ownership Property Winner: Cabana, Miami BeachSubmitting Firm: DADA, North Miami,FloridaClient: BSG Development Corporation
Green Design Winner: Nusta Spa, Washington, D.C.Submitting Firm: Envision Design, PLLC,Washington, D.C.Client: Elizabeth Snowdon
Hospitality Debut Winner: Juan Valdez Flagship Café, NewYork CitySubmitting Firm: Hariri & HaririArchitecture, New York CityClient: The National Federation of CoffeeGrowers of Colombia
Collaboration between Architect andInterior Designer Winner: MGM Grand MonorailConnector, Las VegasSubmitting Firm: Avery Brooks &Associates (ABA) and YoungbloodWucherer Sparer, both in Las Vegas
Student Project Winner: Para(Mount), Puerto RicoSubmitting Student: Michael RamirezSchool: College of Architecture,University of Puerto Rico.
Creative Innovation: Hotel Q,Knesebeckstrasse, BerlinSubmitting Firm: Graft LLC, Los Angelesand BerlinOwner: Wanzl & Co.
Bathroom Design: Agave Restaurant, LasVegasSubmitting Firms: Craig A. Hardman,Architect, Scannell Interiors andInnovative Design, all in SeattleClient: Corrigan Investments
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cal codes, installation, damaged parts,contractors, meeting inspection require-ments for local city and counties, andother project support. Lighting Designerscontribute to lighting specifications toachieve their client’s objectives of lightingand budget. Lighting is subjective. There are severalways to light a space.
Suzanne Fones, NEWH/VirginiaHelfrich Lighting Agency, Inc.
Dear Editor,With regard to the latest issue of theNEWH Magazine, in which there is anarticle submitted by a noted lightingdesigner, I have some comments to makeregarding their suggestion that lightingreps serve only to offer specialty lightingdesign for clients that will support theirown lighting lines and pad their pockets.As a seasoned lighting rep and an electri-cal engineer, I find that there are twosides to the design requirement; thelighting designer who is needed to pro-
Luxury HotelWinner: Lodge at Turning Stone, Verona,New YorkSubmitting Firm: BBG/BBGM, New YorkCityClient: Oneida Indian Nation
Mid-range Hotel Winner: Sheraton Delfina Santa MonicaHotel, Santa Monica, CaliforniaSubmitting Firm: KOR Hotel Group, LosAngelesClient: Sheraton Hotels & Resorts
Fine Dining RestaurantWinner: Maimon, Ebisu, TokyoSubmitting Firm: Yabu Pushelberg, New
This letter is in response to the articleentitled “Why should I Hire a LightingDesigner” page 9 of the June 2005 issue.I’m sadly disappointed in the NEWHMagazine for publishing an article dis-crediting lighting reps. I cannot believe Ihave to defend my profession to anorganization I support.Like any good representative, LightingReps carry numerous lines to satisfy theneeds of their clients and projects. Theirclients not only include the Architect andInterior Designer – but the LightingDesigner … who do you think suppliesthe updated lighting technology informa-tion to lighting designers?The Lighting Representative has manyresponsibilities to their client … whichhave not been mentioned by the LightingDesigner. Reps are involved throughoutthe duration of a project. We meet withthe client/designer to help achieve theirspecified goals. Our involvement extendsbehind the scenes including: shipping,distributors, warranties, budgets, electri-
vide the proper illumination for the space,and the lighting rep that provides designassistance to designer/specifier. The light-ing designer’s main focus is to know thetrends, the codes, and the requirementsfor lighting a space. The lighting rep typi-cally focuses on helping to provide sug-gestions that help the designer find thespecial lighting fixture that fits theirdesign, budget, and function.The inference in this article suggests thatlighting reps do not know their business,offer whatever it takes to close a sale,and have no interest in the final result.This is simply not true. While I appreciatereceiving educational information throughthe NEWH Magazine, and look forward toreading your articles, I suggest that whenyou present a narrowly focused opinion,you either identify it as such or expandyour articles to include divergent opin-ions.
Herb Adcock, NEWH/AtlantaAdcock Associates, Inc.
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s Claire Baker is editor of the international greenhotelier magazine, a quarterly publication on environmen-tally and socially responsible practice within the hotel and wider tourism industry, published by theInternational Tourism Partnership (ITP). For more information about the magazine or ITP, call: + 44 (0) 207467 3620, email: [email protected], web: www.greenhotelier.org
Andrea Benner is the Owner and Founder of Benner Group Hospitality Inc., a multi line sales agency spe-cializing in the hotel and timeshare markets. With ten years of experience in interior design and sales,Andrea’s goal is to be a “one stop shop” for all of her clients needs. Andrea is actively involved in theSouthern Ontario Chapter as Chapter Vice President and Editor / Canada. Andrea can be reached at 866-579-3737 or [email protected]
Nancy K. Bohnett, IIDA, NEWH has owned and operated KB Designs, Inc. for over twenty five years,Specializing in large gaming and hotel projects. Currently Nancy has been assisting in the business planfor International Woodwork Corporation by taking on the responsibilities of Director of Sales andMarketing. She is actively involved in the Rocky Mountain Chapter of Education and Scholarship. You canreach Nancy at: (719) 598-1444 or [email protected].
Renate Kofahl, APR, is the Director of Marketing at Pankow responsible for overseeing marketing, publicrelations and branding efforts for the Pankow group of companies. Renate has over 18 years of experi-ence in the A/E/C industry where she has directed branding, public relations and communication pro-grams for such firms as Seattle-based Callison Architecture, Inc., HOK and the Industrial DesignCorporation division of CH2M Hill and as principal of PR4design, provided communications consulting todesign firms across the country. Renate can be reached at 626-304-1190 or [email protected].
Annette Stelmack, ASID serves as Design Director for Associates III Interior Design, responsible for lead-ing the firm’s designers. She is a nationally recognized expert in sustainable design and is a frequent pre-senter, author and advocate for sustaining design issues nationwide. In 2002, she was a founding memberof the USGBC Colorado Chapter, served as the Steering Committee Chair during its inception and is howthe chapter’s president. In addition, she is a member of the American Institute of Architects COTE(Committee on the Environment) and was interviewed for American Architectural Review, a PBS Seriesspotlighting Green Design Education.
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board of directors and chapter presidentsEXECUTIVE COMMITTEEPresidentJeanne M. VarneyHost Marriott Corporation
President ElectMarla DavisDPC-Davis Consultants
SecretaryJudy L. ReganRetired Member
Vice President/FinanceRuss WalvoordFabricut Contract/S. Harris
Vice President/EducationAnita Degen, IIDADegen & Degen
Vice President/DevelopmentMarla DavisDPC-Davis Consultants
Vice President/MarketingZina ZimmermanZZWORKS, Inc.
Vice President/EventsLaura J. NankinArtistic Framing, Inc.
Past PresidentJillian A. Van DresserThe Van Dresser Company
Executive AdvisorNikki M. JonesNJ & Associates
BOARD OF DIRECTORSContinuing EducationMary Ann ThornamThe Firm
ScholarshipChristine L. WasmerWasmer Contract Group
MembershipDeborah Herman-RomanoVirginia Quilting Company, Inc.
ExpansionSusan SpaldingDuralee Fabrics Ltd./TechstyleContract
Corporate PartnershipsJanice G. MarkoMarko International
Chapter Board TrainingClifford Tuttle, ASIDForrest Perkins, LLC
ProgrammingTerry EatonEaton Fine Art, Inc.
FundraisingHelen R. HayesH. L. Reed Design, Inc.
Trade Show-USAPhilip ByrneAxminster/Tintawn Carpets
Regional Tradeshow/USAAndy Schaidler, IESNA
Teron Lighting, Inc.
NEWH ConferencePriscilla NesbittBest Western International, Inc.
Editor/NEWH MagazineJoanie M. NeumayerCheryl Rowley Design, Inc.
Public RelationsMelinda M. HallThe John Hardy Group
Woman of the YearCynthia MilowPurchasing ManagementInternational
House of DelegatesBarbara D. BushnellDesigntexStacy L. DobbsMilliken CarpetRuth DrachlerRuth Drachler CompanyKim N. FaithRetired MemberLaura Frankenbergbuy/design, inc.Sue GouldLebowitz|Gould|Design, Inc.Mark HuntsingerLighting Artistry, Inc.David R. Jones, Jr.Pacific Furnishings Group, Ltd.Alisa C. KraemerAKA Design, Inc.Helen MeiselHelen Meisel Resource GroupSonia E. Montes de OcaSMDO Design AssociatesTanya L. PatnodeAlison & CompanyDeborah R. ReadingReadesignAndrea (Andi) SellDesigners West Interiors, Inc.Natalie Wolf SheedyThe Gettys Group, Inc.Jane A. SkeeterUltraGlas, Inc.
NEWH AmbassadorMichelle FinnHD Group
Founders ChairLynda P. SullivanSHMA/Sullivan HospitalityMarketing Associates
Executive DirectorShelia Lohmiller
NEWHStaffFinance/Tradeshow Co-ordinatorJulie M. BuntrockNEWH, Inc.
Membership Co-ordinatorAmy FiskenNEWH, Inc.
Education/Programming Co-ordinatorJennifer FossumNEWH, Inc.
Chapter PresidentsPresident/ArizonaLinda J. KilbourneBest Western International, Inc.
President/AtlantaCarolyn Lucas AycockPeachtree Fabrics, Inc.
President/ChicagoCaron E. Christy
President/DallasAmanda SquitieroAKA Design, Inc.
President/Greater New YorkJulie Anne YurasekRockwell Group
President/HoustonKristin L. BrickerMitchell Carlson Stone, Inc.Lynn J. EvansInterceramic
President/Las VegasLaura Frankenbergbuy/design, inc.
President/Los Angeles Founding ChapterHelen MeiselHelen Meisel Resource Group
President/North CentralSharry L. CooperArchitectural Alliance
President/NorthwestJulia DavisPicture Source
President/Rocky MountainElisa A. WhalerBray Whaler, Inc.
President/South FloridaCynthia A. GuthrieGuthrie and Associates Inc.
President/Southern CountiesKaren A. StruckPlanning, Design & Application
President/Southern OntarioPriscilla NesbittBest Western International, Inc.
President/SunshineNoreen D. CoupMarriott/Ritz Carlton Club
President/United KingdomMinda DowlingArtefact Art Consultants, Ltd.
President/VirginiaCarole Hochheiser RossBaskervill
President/Washington DCMetropolitanKristin B. SmithMarriott International, Inc.
Vision Statement The Hospitality Industry Network Mission StatementWHO WE ARE:Members of NEWH, INC. are professionals actively engaged in development, management/operations, architecture, commu-nications, design, distribution, education, manufacturing, production, purchasing and sales of the Hospitality, Foodservice,Senior Living and related industries.
WHAT WE DO:1. Sponsor scholarships and actively promote the education of eligible students aspiring to enter the Hospitality, Foodservice,
Senior Living and related industries.2. Encourage cooperation and exchange of information among those engaged in all aspects of the Hospitality, Foodservice,
Senior Living and related industries.3. Disseminate information to the industry through lectures, seminars, trade meetings, news bulletins and awards for excel-
lence.4. Serve the industry, students and the membership of NEWH, INC.
STUDENTS:NEWH, INC. recognizes the talent and ability of students and encourages involvement in all areas of the Hospitality,Foodservice, Senior Living and related fields through scholarships, seminars and educational programs.
INDUSTRY:NEWH, INC. members are involved in developing activities to stimulate and promote the Hospitality, Foodservice, Senior Livingand related fields.
MEMBERSHIP:NEWH, INC. provides meetings, educational programs, seminars and career opportunities for its members.
InformeDesign® is the first search-able database of design and humanbehavior research on the Web. Itwas created at the University ofMinnesota by Drs. Denise Guerinand Caren Martin and is sponsoredby a $1.18 million grant from theAmerican Society of InteriorDesigners (ASID). The site currentlycontains more than 1000 “practi-tioner-friendly” ResearchSummaries of findings fromresearch literature transformedfrom more than 120 scholarly jour-nals related to design and humanbehavior. InformeDesign is a FREEresource. In addition to the search-able database of ResearchSummaries, the site features a cal-endar of research-related events,and a glossary of terms. The Website is interactive, allowing visitorsto provide comments about specif-ic Research Summaries or other siteissues. Visitors may register withInformeDesign and receive auto-mated e-mail notifications aboutResearch Summaries pertaining totheir areas of interest or practice.Once registered, users have accessto MyInformeDesign, a tool to cat-alogue and store ResearchSummaries of interest in a personalcache, available anywhere there isaccess to the Internet. Registeredusers also will be notified by e-mailwhen a new issue of Implications ispublished.
InformeDesign has many ResearchSummaries on the site regardinghospitality spaces as well as envi-ronmental issues pertaining to sus-tainability, conservation, greendesign, and energy conservation.For more information contactInformeDesign [email protected].
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