Design Merchants: Modern Design for Hospitality
Design Merchants brings a fresh, earth-friendly approach to hospitality design. Rooted in Scandinavian heritage, this project focuses on delivering sustainable and beautiful furniture, fixtures, equipment (FF&E), and operating supplies (OS&E) tailored for hotels worldwide. It’s all about blending modern aesthetics with a genuine commitment to the planet—because hospitality deserves style that cares.
The Main Benefit: Sustainable Scandinavian Design at Its Best
What makes Design Merchants stand out? Here’s the lowdown:
- Offers eco-friendly design products crafted with care for the environment
- Provides a curated portfolio of 8 audio brands, including Kreafunk, known for sustainable and user-friendly audio pieces
- Features Arturel’s acoustic panels made from recycled materials, perfect for enhancing hotel spaces
- Delivers coffee machines by Sjostrand that combine vintage looks with modern capsule convenience
- Supports hoteliers with products that marry durability, craftsmanship, and timeless Nordic aesthetics
Kreafunk: Designer Audio Pieces for In-Room Enjoyment
Kreafunk believes every day is worth celebrating… all while protecting Mother Earth. Their audio products are not just beautiful—they’re sustainable and super easy for hotel guests to use. Music really is the key to the heart, and Kreafunk’s pieces bring that vibe right into the guest room, making every stay a little more memorable.
Sjostrand: Coffee Machines with a Nod to the Past
Imagine a coffee machine that looks like an old Italian espresso maker but runs on the capsules you already know. That’s Sjostrand for you. It’s vintage charm meets modern convenience, perfect for hotels wanting to offer guests a touch of nostalgia without sacrificing ease or quality.
Arturel: Acoustic Panels Made of Recycled Materials
Arturel’s acoustic panels aren’t just about sound—they’re about style too. Designed to decorate, not disappear, these easy-to-mount panels are ideal for guest rooms, lobbies, restaurants, and more. Made from recycled materials, they bring a sustainable edge to acoustic design, embracing silence in a whole new way.
Project Impact: Aligning with Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – promoting sustainable materials and products
- SDG 13: Climate Action – reducing environmental impact through eco-friendly design
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – fostering innovation in hospitality design
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – enhancing hospitality spaces with sustainable solutions
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – supporting the booming hospitality sector responsibly
Embracing the Hospitality Boom with a Sustainable Heart
The hospitality world is buzzing with opportunities, and Design Merchants is right there in the mix, loving every aspect of it. With a finger on the pulse of sustainability and design, they help hoteliers turn business trips into mini-vacations—yes, the bleisure boom is real! Plus, with multilingual support in English, Danish, Swedish, and Norwegian, they’re ready to connect and collaborate across borders. It’s design that’s not just modern and beautiful, but also meaningful.
