Monique Nelsons article for the January 2009 issue of the IDFX Magazine: What are the key considerations influencing hotel design, and how are these factors likely to affect future trends? ” is a consultant for Austrian practice LAB Architects, whose concept for The Ring in Vienna she describes as ‘new modern Viennese’ without being ‘cheesy tourist.’ The hotel’s ‘cafe au lait’ palette was implemented to lend itself to future alterations. ‘There is a large trend towards refurbishment in three to
“JDS is a multidisciplinary office that focuses on architecture and design, from large scale planning to furnitures. At the core of our architecture is the ability to take a fresh look at things through experienced eyes. Our approach aims at turning intense research and analysis of practical as well as theoretical issues into the driving forces of design. By continuously developing rigorous methods of analysis and execution, JDS is able to combine innovative thinking and efficient production. JDS sees its position as the partner to its client, rather
“Vienna is a grand imperial city. All it lacks is an empire. Domains that once stretched from Spain to the Russian border ceased to be Austrian decades ago.” The Qantas inflight magazine reports about Vienna accompanied by wonderful photographs by Peter Rigaud. The Ring Hotel is being recommended as the place to stay





