Travel has been on the upswing in recent years thanks to pent-up demand for leisure and business, and even more so with the “bleisure” segment growing in popularity. The hospitality market is booming, meaning new builds and property refreshes are happening more frequently. This keeps interior designers busy, and they are loyal to products they know will check all the boxes regarding aesthetics, installation, and cost.
With their versatility, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability features, decorative metals produced in sheets are ideal for designers looking to elevate the sense of luxury in hospitality projects everywhere from California to Maine.
Manufacturers like Chemetal meet this need in the hospitality market, standing out for their unique product composition. Crafted from softer metals like aluminum, select decorative metal products are easily cut with woodworking equipment. This simplifies the fabrication process and reduces costs by eliminating the need for specialized metal fabricators. With decorative metals, you achieve the aesthetic appeal of the real versions with the working convenience of less-rigid materials, making them a reliable option in a variety of hospitality applications.
From lobbies and guest rooms to check-in areas, bars, and restaurants, these metals are used wherever eye-catching design is desired. Their ability to seamlessly blend with different interior styles allows designers to expand their creativity and transform spaces into charming environments that leave a lasting impression on guests, leading to repeat visits.
Take for example the bar at Le Méridien Washington, D.C., The Madison, a hotel designed by The Gettys Group. Brushed Copper Aluminum 906 from Chemetal offers an eye-catching accent to an already lively and appealing bar, welcoming guests to sit down and stay a while. Similarly, Chemetal Sanctuary 325 is featured in a lounge area of the hotel to bring out the blush and rose-gold décor.
Decorative metals can also become an entire focal point instead of simply a design detail. A+ Design Group chose Chemetal Canterbury 315 for the surface on an entire bar in a recent hotel project, brightening the entire space and creating striking visual intrigue in an otherwise muted environment.
Metals, especially aluminum, are among the most repurposed materials on the planet in terms of recycling/reuse. With some offerings containing up to 85% recycled content, Chemetal minimizes waste and reduces the demand for virgin materials, making it a sustainable option. Additionally, unlike many plastics, resins, and other commercial interior products, Chemetal is not petroleum-based. This reduces reliance on finite fossil fuels and minimizes the environmental impact associated with petroleum extraction and processing.
With their ability to enhance design aesthetics, simplify fabrication, and contribute to environmental stewardship, decorative metals equip designers with the solution for creating spaces that not only impress guests but also check the most important boxes in the A+D world.
To learn more about Chemetal’s offerings, visit chemetal.com.
