Who are you?
Jacqueline Wagar, director of www.ultimatehides.com, an online directory of architectural and designer accommodation.

What do you like about what you do?
I love learning about the properties, how they have come to be, the design process, environmental initiatives and stories behind each one. The conversations I have with owners & property managers can go on for hours! I also love being able to pass on this knowledge to visitors to the site.

What don’t you like about what you do?
Not being able to travel to each and every UH in person, but watch this space!

Please tell us about Ultimate Hides and your future goals!
www.ultimatehides.com is a new website featuring a hand-selected collection of holiday properties that encompass contemporary architectural design, sustainability, privacy, inspirational surrounds and the ultimate escape, whilst also giving credit to the architects, designers and artists involved in their creation. We aim to promote great architecture and design through first hand experience.

Our future goal is to expand the site both in terms of including many more properties, as well as adding greater search facilities and additional features. We intend to ensure Ultimate Hides is the online destination for visitors seeking the best design destinations worldwide.

Are you working with blogs?
Yes we have just started a blog ultimatedesignguide.blogspot.com as a complimentary addition to Ultimate Hides, the blog will feature the latest and greatest in the design world – from wineries, restaurants and bars to museums and galleries that we feel are worth a visit whilst you’re staying in an Ultimate Hide!

Your experiences with the overall travel/ hotel industry?
During the creation of Ultimate Hides, I have dealt with international companies through to architect owners, and my experiences with all have been inspirational, passionate and professional. I have found these experiences extremely motivating.

What are your most favourite hotels?
Always the latest one that I uncover!

Any comments you want to share with us?
Make time to stop and smell the roses!