Some spaces are remembered long after the moment has passed. A hotel lobby, an intimate restaurant or a beautifully designed lounge can become part of an experience that stays with us. This November, New York welcomes BDNY 2026, an international gathering bringing together visionary designers, innovative brands and creative perspectives to explore the future of hospitality design.
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BDNY 2026: Where Hospitality Meets Design
Taking place on November 8–9, 2026, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City, Boutique Design New York (BDNY) is a leading trade fair and conference dedicated to boutique and lifestyle hospitality design.
With 719 exhibiting brands, participants from 56 countries and 40 conference sessions, the event brings together interior designers, architects, hoteliers, developers and manufacturers.
Across two days, visitors can discover furniture, lighting, textiles, decorative surfaces and innovative materials developed for hotels, restaurants, bars and contemporary hospitality environments. More than a product exhibition, BDNY provides a platform for professional exchange, creative collaboration and new perspectives on the spaces where people gather and connect.
Designed Spaces: Experiencing the Art of Hospitality Interiors
One of the highlights of BDNY 2026 is its Designed Spaces programme, featuring immersive environments created through collaborations between hospitality brands and design studios.
Among this year’s installations, One Night Only brings together IHG Hotels & Resorts and Crème / Jun Aizaki Architecture & Design, exploring the atmosphere of New York nightlife through the identities of Kimpton, Hotel Indigo and Ruby Hotels.
Another highlight, The Gilded Dare, sees Ennismore collaborate with Avenue Interior Design to reinterpret the character of an old-world Manhattan penthouse through expressive materials and contemporary design.
Dine & Design: A New Perspective on Restaurant Interiors
At BDNY 2026, the Dine & Design programme explores the relationship between hospitality and contemporary interiors through RELISH, an immersive concept by design studio //3877.
Inspired by classic supper clubs, the installation combines rich wood finishes, velvet upholstery and layered textures to create an intimate atmosphere. A reminder that thoughtful design, materials and lighting can transform dining spaces into memorable experiences.
Conversations Shaping the Future of Hospitality Design
Beyond the exhibition floor, BDNY 2026 brings together industry professionals through 40 conference sessions covering topics such as sustainability, wellness, material innovation and guest experience.
Featured speakers include designer Marcel Wanders, architect Kai-Uwe Bergmann of BIG and chef and hotelier Charlie Palmer. The event also recognises outstanding hospitality projects through the Gold Key Awards.
Together, these initiatives highlight the ideas and collaborations shaping the future of hospitality design.
The Lasting Power of Exceptional Design
Hospitality design is about creating spaces that inspire connection and leave a lasting impression. Every material, form and detail contributes to the identity of an interior.
This philosophy is reflected in Boca do Lobo’s approach to design, where sculptural forms, distinctive materials and meticulous craftsmanship transform furniture into expressions of artistic vision.
As BDNY 2026 explores new perspectives on hospitality, it reminds us of the power of design to shape the spaces we inhabit and the experiences we remember.
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