The designs of Ukrainian studios YOD Group and balbek bureau have been shortlisted for the American Hospitality Design Awards. The Hospitality Design Awards is an international design award that has been held for 21 years.
The award was established by the popular industry publication Hospitality Design Magazine. The jury evaluates the most innovative, appropriate, functional solutions, and the overall aesthetics of the project.
This year's shortlist includes 30 categories, covering the design of hotels, residences, and landscape spaces, among which are Ukrainian projects.
Mountain Residence, Polyanitsa village, Ivano-Frankivsk region, Ukraine
The YOD Group project is competing in the Midscale Hotel Public Space category.
"The unconventional use of natural materials in the interior reflects the authorial vision of YOD Group. Every detail, shade, and texture contributes to the creation of a unified atmosphere, and the interior spaces harmoniously echo the mountain landscape. Quality design, indoor greenery, and large-scale installations based on Carpathian myths create a balance between modernity and tradition, innovation and sustainability in Mountain Residence," states the project description.
Misto Cafe, Lutsk
This project by balbek bureau is competing in the Hybrid Hospitality category.
"When developing the concept for the establishment, we started with its name. This inspired the creation of the slogan “Different people – one place”, which the team loved and eventually adopted as the motto of misto.cafe. Modern society is a blend of contrasts: different views, characters, appearances, and habits. Yet, everyone is united by “third places” – such as a favorite cafe – where you can sit at your preferred table and hear, “The usual?” We aimed to create a design that feels effortless – an environment with a sociable atmosphere and diverse seating options, allowing everyone to find their place. The color scheme echoes the signature combinations of the misto.cafe branding – orange, green, and milky white," say the project authors.
The winners will be announced during the ceremony on May 6 at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, during the HD Expo + conference.
