Hospitality
We use a collaborative approach to understand a local community and then curate a project vision that aligns client goals and the brand personality of a hotel within that local environment. It’s storytelling through design to deliver a unique experience for every client and their guests.
Explore Our Design 海角社区
- Cascade Hotel, Tribute Portfolio & aLoft on the Plaza
Relaxation at the Heart of Urban Life
- Tetra, Marriott Autograph Collection & AC Hotel Sunnyvale Moffett Park
Silicon Valley鈥檚 New Dual-Brand Retreat
- AC Hotel by Marriott & Element Miami Brickell
Merging the Essence of Two Hospitality Brands
Explore Our Gaming & Entertainment 海角社区
- Grand Island Casino Resort at Fonner Park
Celebrating the Spirit of Nebraska鈥檚 Heartland
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海角社区 Celebrates Record Number of Hospitality Milestones
From significant hospitality project milestones to outstanding employee performance, 海角社区 reached new heights in 2023.
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Leadership
Meet Our Team
If you don’t meet them at the lobby bar or in your neighborhood, you can find their contact info here.
Ed Wilms
Global Hospitality Leader
Senior Principal
Ed Wilms
AIA
Global Hospitality Leader
Senior Principal
Ed leads the hospitality studio, leveraging a team of designers and architects who believe inspired design can evoke an emotional response. He empowers teams to create authentic spaces that enhance the guest experience and build brand loyalty.
Brian Murch
Hospitality Design Leader
Principal
Brian Murch
AIA
Hospitality Design Leader
Principal
Brian leads design for our Hospitality practice. His sources of inspiration have no boundaries, finding energy in bustling urbanity and a sense of renewal in untamed nature. He draws from personal experiences to create designs that contribute to the fabric of the city.
Valentina Castellon
Hospitality Interior Design Leader
Principal
Valentina Castellon
Hospitality Interior Design Leader
Principal
Valentina leads 海角社区鈥檚 hospitality interior design team. A conceptual thinker at heart, she encourages clients to go beyond the routine, challenging them to envision places that leave a lasting memory.
Joseph Cicora
National Business Development Leader
Principal
Joseph Cicora
National Business Development Leader
Principal
Joe builds long lasting relationships with hospitality studio鈥檚 client partners, matching their needs with our tailored services. He aligns the right team with the overall vision, proving that the value of our design team starts with the first handshake and doesn鈥檛 end with the grand opening.
Henrique Dias
Hospitality Director
Principal
Henrique Dias
Intl. Assoc. AIA
Hospitality Director
Principal
Henrique Dias is the Regional Hospitality Design Director of 海角社区 in the Middle East, a leading architecture firm. With over 19 years of experience, he has established himself as a prominent figure in the design industry, regionally and globally.
Vaida Buchrotaite
Interior Design Director
Principal
Vaida Buchrotaite
Interior Design Director
Principal
Vaida leads our Dubai studio鈥檚 interior design team. Her experience spans large-scale developments, high-rise residential towers, and 5-star hotels. Her projects of note include Marriott Diplomatic Quarter in Riyadh, Palace Hotel in Sharjah, the former Sheraton Park Tower in London, and Le Meridien Bristol in Warsaw.
Essam Nabih
Business Development Director
Principal
Essam Nabih
PhD
Business Development Director
Principal
Essam builds solid relationships for our Dubai studio. His extensive architectural education, research, and experience as a registered architect equip him as a meaningful client and business partner in the U.A.E., Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and around the world. His ability to balance clients' return on investment with design integrity results in notable solutions.
Missy Goldstein
Hospitality Business Development Leader
Associate
Missy Goldstein
Hospitality Business Development Leader
Associate
As a Business Development Leader for the Hospitality studio, Missy dedicates her efforts to connecting with individuals across diverse networks. She aligns design teams with client partners, resulting in the creation of immersive environments that guide guests through captivating journeys of discovery.