A focus on design, creativity, and forward-thinking concepts attracts nearly 16,000 design professionals
Boutique Design New York (BDNY), the premier trade fair and conference for the boutique and lifestyle hospitality industry, made a dynamic return to the Javits Center in November, drawing an enthusiastic and engaged audience. More than 15,700 designers, architects, brand executives, hoteliers, developers, purchasers, manufacturers, and industry professionals gathered to explore the innovative products from 770+ exhibitors, engage in 50+ thought-provoking discussions featuring nearly 200 experts, and participate in curated networking sessions and events. Exhibitors at BDNY 2024 highlighted various trends, blending a focus on functionality and materiality with rich, moody hues like burgundy, purple, and brown, as well as leading-edge technologiesâall grounded in an ever-increasing dedication to sustainability.
âBDNY immersed the design community with unmatched energy, welcoming over 10,200 qualified attendees from more than 20 countriesâa 5% increase from the previous yearâand showcasing 140+ new exhibitors. Known as the ultimate platform for innovation in hospitality design, this yearâs event further solidified BDNYâs reputation as a must-attend gathering for industry leaders,â says Keisha Byrd, Vice President and Brand Director for the Hospitality Design Group, Emerald. âSet against the vibrant backdrop of New York Cityâs dynamic creative and cultural scene, BDNY provided attendees experiences beyond the trade fair floor. From the prestigious Platinum Circle Gala to the sold-out Gold Key Awards, BDNY celebrated the industry’s best products, projects, and influencersâaffirming its role as the premier event for hospitality visionaries and game changers.â
This year, thousands of attendees explored newly designed spaces across the show floorâincluding the BD Mainstage, designed by Brooklyn, New York firm Watts & Dray and the BD Hub, designed and sponsored by Wayfairâfeaturing panel discussions on cutting-edge topics such as carbon positivity, the impact of AI, and transformative design. These spaces also provided invaluable opportunities for networking and meaningful connections throughout the two-day event.
Debuting in 2024, Dine & Design brought a fresh focus on front-of-house restaurant and bar design products to the BDNY show floor. At its heart was Café Hue, an innovative space crafted by Jessica Gidari of J.GIDARI.
âAs the showâs first-ever active F&B concept, CafĂ© Hue was designed to foster collaboration and creativity, with a Bauhaus-inspired aesthetic featuring bold colors, inviting warmth, and adaptable seating,â Gidari explained. âIt quickly became the go-to hub of the floor, buzzing with networking, reunions, and spontaneous connections. Guests engaged in meaningful conversations over expertly brewed coffee within a thoughtfully designed space, where every detailâfrom acoustic walls made of recycled materials to custom soundtracks, branded collateral, and uniformsâwas crafted to reflect the seamless blend of design and functionality. CafĂ© Hue was more than a cafĂ©; it was the beating heart of BDNYâs Dine & Design debut.â
Dine & Design is set to become one of BDNY’s four main Designed Spaces in 2025.
BDNYâs four additional 2024 Designed Spaces were created by top designers and sponsoring manufacturers, each showcasing visionary concepts intended to inspire and serve as destinations for topical discussions, networking, and DJ sessions. BLUR Workshop designed Serendipitous Encounters to capture the wonder of serendipity through design and exemplify the firmâs motto: to design without boundaries. Salone by Baskervill drew inspiration from a 15th-century salone to create a reimagined and lively gathering space filled with bold, immersive, and intimate interactions. Sobremesa by Curioso was created for meaningful connections inspired by the Spanish tradition of lingering around the table in conversation with friends. Nodding to natureâs artistry found in geodes and the beauty of their imperfection, Hidden Gem by Parker-Torres Design celebrated these multifaceted and vibrant colors through its own gem of a space. More information about the Designed Spaces can be found here.
The fair also hosted the annual BDNY Power Players: Women Leaders in Hospitality breakfast, which was presented in partnership with NEWH. During this event, executives from various industry sectors shared their personal journeys, discussed current challenges and opportunities, and offered valuable lessons they had learned along the way.
The Best of BDNY 2024 Product Design Competition and Best Exhibit Competition winners were announced during the show. Chosen by industry experts, product winners and finalists were chosen across 13 categories for their aesthetics, functionality, and innovation. In comparison, best exhibit honorees in four categories were lauded for their creativity in design, visual impact, effective and efficient use of materials, and outstanding use of space, color, texture, lighting, and graphics.
This yearâs Best Exhibit Competition winners were Design and Direct Source (Small), Ferreira de SĂĄ Rugs (Medium), and Kettal Group (Large). Best in Show was awarded to Dedon Inc. The Best of BDNY Product Design Competition winners included Decork Mediterraneo by Diasen (Architectural Materials); Glossy RAL Color Helix Staircase by Marretti Stairs (Art & Accessories); Full Privacy Restroom Cubicle with Top Occupancy Indicator by Stern Engineering (Bath & Spa); Moments of Wander by HBF Textiles (Fabric); The Tactile Vernacular Hospitality by Royal Thai and Awaken by Shaw Contract Hospitality (Flooring); Horizon Collection by Tuuci (Furniture); Indoterra by Daltile (Health & Wellness); Kando by Bover (Lighting); Horizon by Safemark and Indel B (Other); Ocean Master Voilare by Tuuci (Outdoor); Sagrada by Mobello (Seating); PolygoodÂź by The Good Plastic Company (Sustainable); and Soft Surrounds by Phillip Jeffries (Wallcoverings). A complete list of winners and finalists can be found here.
Preceding BDNY, the prestigious and sold-out 35th Annual Platinum Circle Awards Gala, hosted by sister brand Hospitality Design magazine, took place on Friday, November 8th at The Lighthouse at Pier 61 in New York, where four hospitality leaders were honored for their lifetime achievements: Liz Lambert of Lambert McGuire Design, MML Hospitality, and Bunkhouse Group; Tom Ito of Gensler; Ave Bradley of Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants; and Alan Fuerstman of Montage International.
Closing out the week of events, BDNY hosted the sold-out Gold Key Awards celebration on Monday, November 11th at Cipriani 42nd Street, where 500+ guests gathered to find out who took home awards in 24 project categories, including The Hotel Chalet at the Chattanooga Choo Choo in Tennessee by Jenny Bukovec Studio, winner of the coveted Judgesâ So Cool award. The event also celebrated Neena Gupta, CEO, Miiro Hotels, winner of the 2024 Up-And-Coming Hotelier of the Year honor and New York firm GOODRICH, the Designer of the Year. A complete list of winners and finalists can be found here.
The next edition of BDNY will be held at the Javits Center on November 9-10, 2025. To receive show and registration email updates, click here.
SPONSORS
Akdo, Akula, The Artify Group, Artone, ASI Architectural Systems, Baker | McGuire Hospitality, Bespoke Sound, Better Designed Lighting, Blinde, Bluebird Lighting, Brentano, Bromic Heating, Buzz, Carisma Creates, Chacko Hospitality Floors, Chapman Hospitality Lighting, Cleveland Menu, County Draperies, Credible Group, Crown Creative, DAC Art Consulting, Dedon, Denver Modern, Durkan, Emu, Fairmont Designs, Fyrn, Garrett Leather, Graff, Hush Acoustics, Interra, Justin David, KB Contract Textiles, Kenneth Cobonpue, Kevin Barry Art Advisory, Kimball Hospitality, Kloth, LacquerCraft Hospitality, Lodging Concepts Manufacturing, Legrand, Lumens, Lusive DĂ©cor, Mannington Commercial, MDC Interior Solutions, Micelli Drapery Company, Mix by Trinity, Montague, Naturespire, Norock, Norr11, Oasiq, Obakki, O.W, Â Pioneer Professional Audio, P/Kaufmann Contract, Provado, Reid Witlin Textiles, Riva Spain, Room, Schoolhouse, ShawContract Hospitality, Silver Threads, Simply Tables, Source Direct, StyleNations, Tarkett Hospitality, Templi, Tilebar, Ultrafabrics, Valley Forge Fabrics, Variegated Designs, Wayfair Professional, Wilsonart Engineered Surfaces
ASSOCIATION AND MEDIA PARTNERS
AD PRO, AIA NY, Asian American Pacific Islander Design Alliance, Archiproducts, Architect, The Architectâs Newspaper, Architectural Record, The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), ASID NY Metro, Azure, Boutique Hotelier, darc Magazine, Dezeen, Female Design Council, Floor Focus, Hotel Business, Hotels, IFDM, IIDA, International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC), Nationâs Restaurant News, NEWHâThe Hospitality Industry Network, Restaurant Development+Design, The Retail Observer, Sixtysix, Sleeper, Todayâs Hotelier
About BDNY
Boutique Design New York (BDNY) is the leading trade fair and conference for hospitalityâs boutique and lifestyle design community. This two-day event annually brings designers, architects, purchasing agents, hoteliers, owners, and developers together with inventive manufacturers for hospitality interiors for a highly curated sourcing experience. For more information, visit www.bdny.com.
About Emerald
Emerald is a leader in building dynamic, market-driven business-to-business platforms that integrate live events with a broad array of industry insights, digital tools, and data-focused solutions to create uniquely rich experiences. As true partners, we at Emerald strive to build our customersâ businesses by creating opportunities that inspire, amaze, and deliver breakthrough results. With over 140 events each year, our teams are creators and connectors who are thoroughly immersed in the industries we serve and committed to supporting the communities in which we operate. For more information, please visit www.emeraldx.com.