For years, the hospitality industry thrived on furniture that was uniform and mass produced. Why? According to 4Holteliers.com, in the 1950s, rising incomes and the interstate highway system made it possible for millions of Americans to vacation away from home for the first time. To...
According to a recent survey by College Planning and Management Magazine, today’s college students desire more than just a basic place to sleep and study. Modern residence halls must provide not only beds, but also learning spaces, social and lounge spaces, recreation facilities, dining and...
The year 2030 will mark an important demographic milestone for the U.S. population. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, in 2030, all baby boomers will be older than 65, and 1 in every 5 U.S. residents will be at least 65 or older. By the...
You may have heard about the American Midwest work ethic but never stopped to ask, "What does that mean exactly?" The American Midwest work ethic is sometimes described as, "An unwaveringly belief that hard work and perseverance pays off in the long run." It is...
We hear a lot these days about the "goodness" of buying American-made products. Everyone wants to keep manufacturing jobs in the United States, and furniture is often manufactured overseas. If you are considering where to source your next order of hospitality furniture, you may be...