Project Finish Line
We can see the light ahead! The Sonesta Cambridge is in the Construction Administration (CA) phase, with a target opening date of April 3rd. This is one of the most hands-on, detail-intensive stages of any hospitality project. It’s a period of weekly site meetings and rapid problem-solving that can only happen when you’re standing inside […]
How Sensory Design Shapes the Guest Experience
Walk into any Westin Hotels and Resorts and before you’ve spoken to a single staff member, there is a subtly sweet inviting aroma in the air. The lighting feels warm and intentional. You haven’t checked in yet, but you already feel welcome. This isn’t accidental — it’s sensory design at work, and it’s part of […]
Ink Over Inbox
Maybe you don’t check your mailbox daily, but how awesome is it to see a piece of mail that is not a bill! Whether it’s a postcard from your bestie who just went to Paris, or a handwritten thank you note for a birthday present you gave to your cousin, getting a tangible form of […]
2025 Wrapped and Unwrapping 2026
Between getting things wrapped up, December can be a chaotic mess. Not only is it the holiday season but I get to celebrate my daughter coming into this world. As the world slows down, December is also a time I get a chance to reflect on the year and gear up for the year ahead. […]
How I’m Using AI at Home & Work
Today, adapting to the tech times is super important for people of all professions. Interior Design is no different. That’s why I’ve been both experimenting and embracing how AI can save time and even boost innovation in my professional and personal life. How I’m Using It At Work One area where I find […]
Falling into Gratitude
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Insider’s Guide to How I Travel
If you know anything about me, you (should) know that I love to travel! Whether it’s for a month in Mexico to a week in Savannah, Georgia, I’m always going somewhere. Part of this lifestyle is driven by my passion for creativity. There is no better way to shake up the normal routine and taking […]
Client’s Guide to Working with AJC Design
Thinking of working with AJC Design? Hiring a professional hospitality interior designer can be a big decision. Who do you hire? How long does the process take? How do you evaluate proposals? With nearly 20 years of industry experience, AJC Design brings seasoned expertise to turn your vision into a reality. We have a proven […]
Bee Our Guest
I will admit that as a New Yorker, I rarely think about ever going to New Jersey. However, Sweet Honey Farm located in Marlboro, NJ is definitely giving me FOMO vibes. Not only does it blend sustainability and farm-to-table experiences, I am loving the community focus, where guests have to be members, invested in maintaining […]
The Real Value of Hiring a Professional Interior Designer
When most people think of hospitality interior designers, they picture someone choosing rugs or coordinating color schemes for guest rooms. However, hospitality interior designers bring far more strategic value to hotel properties than meets the eye. Our expertise goes far beyond selecting furnishings—it’s about creating environments that actually drive business results. When choosing a hotel […]