The 2010 edition of The Design Hotels Book is a comprehensive overview of the most original design hotels worldwide. It provides insight into trends and developments in hospitality design. In addition to presenting 170 spectacular hotels from around the world, this edition showcases 10 of the people behind them. As authentic, innovative, and visionary as the spaces they have created, these individuals tell compelling behind-the-scenes stories of their work on hotels that are setting new standards in high-end hospitality. With its images of striking architecture and interior design, this 424-page hardcover brings the experience of staying in a Design Hotels property to life. The Design Hotels™ Book is not only an indispensable directory of impressive hotels and destinations for those who like to travel in style, but is also an inspiring reference for architects and designers worldwide.