Hospitality Design: Why We Love it and How We Streamline it!

What makes hospitality design unique is that it requires merging the intimate, human-scale approach of residential architecture with the technical expertise required in commercial architecture, which includes more understanding of life safety, building codes, and other technical requirements. The result is spaces that are both beautiful and highly functional.

Design Principles, Interiors & MaterialityKim AllenJanuary 8, 2025new orleans hospitality design, hospitality design, architecture, interior design, commercial architecture, residential architecture, new orleans real estate, design process, architecture services, interior design services, hotels, event venues, third place developments, resort design, restaurants

The IKEA Kitchen Experience - Part 2

The much anticipated follow up to our IKEA KITCHEN EXPERIENCE part 1 blog post.

Design Principles, Interiors & Materiality, Quick TipsKim AllenAugust 14, 2020before and after, interior architecture, interior design, ikea kitchen, ikea, ikea cabinets, new orleans homes, kitchen DIY, DIY projects, construction DIY, architecture, kitchen design

Studio BKA's guide to interior selections

If you are feeling stuck while trying to select finish and fixture package for your renovation or new construction project, have to no fear. Material and fixture selections can feel overwhelming. "Where do I start?" "I like everything?" These are some things I hear from my clients. This step-by-step guide is a simplified and short version of the process I use to select finishes and fixtures for my clients. It can be applied to residential and commercial projects.

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