Hotel & Spa Space Planning & Interior Design

Services

"I provide customized space planning solutions for hotel, spa, and restaurant owners/operators, ensuring optimal layouts that integrate furniture placement, floor plans, reflected ceiling plans with lighting configurations, and bespoke millwork designs."
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"I also support architects, interior designers, and decorators with overflow or freelance work, delivering plans and detailed shop drawings."

"For hotel operators and event planners, I specialize in optimizing layouts for ballrooms, banquet halls, and event spaces, enhancing guest flow and maximizing capacity."

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Space planning

Concept Development

Space Allocation

Circulation Mapping

My space planning process integrates concept development, precise space allocation, and circulation mapping to create cohesive, functional environments.
I prioritize easthetics, optimize the guest experience, and ensure practical efficiency for operating staff, delvering spaces that are both visually compelling and highly functional.

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furniture layout plans

Spatial Efficiency

Ergonomic Comfort & Accessibility

Maintaining Brand Identity

My furniture layouts prioritize and maximize spatial efficiency for both guests and staff, ensuring ergonomic comfort and accessibility, and maintaining a cohesive easthetic that aligns with the brand's identity and overall ambiance.

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ceiling & lighting layout plans

Optimizing Lighting Design

HVAC & Acoustic Solutions

Design Narrative & Brand Identity

Developing interior ceiling layout plans involves optimizing lighting design for ambiance and functionality, integrating HVAC and acoustic solutions for guests comfort, and incorporating easthetic elements that enhance the overall design narrative and brand idenity.

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Elevation & section drawings

Accuracy, Clarity & Functionality

Architectural & Spatial Elements

Dimensional Accuracy & Compliance

When creating interior design elevation and section drawings, accuracy, clarity, and functionality are key, these drawings must precisley represent architectural elements, spatial relationships, and material selections to balance easthetics with operational efficiency.

Detail design

"With a deep understanding of design and construction, spanning millwork, metalwork, and masonry detailing. I specialize in crafting unique, one-of-a-kind interior pieces with a strong sense of place. My ability to blend beauty with functionality ensures that each creation not only enhances its surroundings but also adds character and purpose to the overall design."

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Reception, Restaurant & Bar - Casegoods

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Hotel Guestroom - Customised Furniture

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Tailor-Designed Hotel Bathroom Vanities

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Bespoke, Commissioned Furnishings

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Specialised & Detailed Metal & Millwork

Product Design

"I create thoughtfully designed products that balance functionality, aesthetics, and ergonomics while ensuring durability and adaptability for dynamic interior spaces."

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Innovation & Creativity

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Aesthetics

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Ergonomics & Practicality

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Materials & Durability

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Flexibility & Adaptability

Development

Design development transforms conceptual ideas into detailed, actionable plans. I collaborate with project consultants and adapt designs to integrate with various disciplines, laying a solid foundation for decorators, influencers, and other stakeholders to contribute their expertise.

This phase ensures every aspect of the interior is functional and practical, from layout adjustments to optimizing spatial flow, balancing aesthetics and efficiency. While I do not select furniture, fittings, or finishes, I create a framework that supports these elements.

When needed, I work with contractors, consultants, and suppliers to ensure accurate implementation to the highest standards, delivering a well-structured plan for a polished final result.

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Refinement

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Customization

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Functionality

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Asthetic Cohesion

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Operational Efficiency

WORKING PROCESS

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Send Me an Email

Take the first step, send me your details, and I’ll handle the rest.

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Defining Your Vision

During the discovery phase, I work closely with you and your team to understand your needs, challenges, and goals, bridging the gap between theoretical concepts and practical solutions.

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Cost Estimation

Based on the project scope and requirements, I provide a detailed cost estimate and proposed timeline, ensuring transparency and alignment with your budget and expectations.

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Conceptualise

In this phase, creativity, functionality, and aesthetics come together to solidify the vision from the discovery process.
I produce furniture layouts, ceiling designs, lighting layouts, and concept millwork drawings, giving you a clear understanding of the cohesive design direction and intention.

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Approval

I present the refined design concept, incorporating your feedback. This includes space planning, material selections, and key design elements. Once approved, I can proceed with producing the final documentation.
[Any major changes made after approval may incur additional charges.]

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Design Development

Every intricate detail of the project; layouts, material selections, furnishing types, and standard equipment is established, documented, and incorporated into the design.
We do not specify FF&E [furniture, fixtures and equipment] nor finishes.

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Documentation

We prepare comprehensive documentation for both the tender and construction phases, covering blockwork, furniture, and ceiling and lighting layouts, including detailed elevations and shop drawings for millwork items. [All finishes, lighting, and ironmongery schedules are excluded.]

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Love your new space

Celebrate your newly transformed space; specifically designed to inspire, comfort, and continuously elevate your experience and that of others.

Client Reviews

"Jan has masterfully transformed three of our hotels, his space planning is truly unmatched in the industry."

Sven Thieme

Executive Chairman Ohlthaver & List

"Jan expertly balances aesthetics and functionality, creating spaces that enhance guest experience and operational efficiency in hospitality and wellness."

Alex Takyi Yeboah

Chairman & Hotel Owner, Ghana

FAQ

Can you work with our existing AutoCAD drawings & designs?

Yes, this would be ideal. I require accurate as-built CAD (.dwg or .dxf format) drawings to assess the overall footprint and project area effectively. Ideally, I prefer sections and elevations to gain a comprehensive understanding of the space.

What happens after the concept design is ready and I approve it?

After the concept approval of key furniture, ceiling, lighting layouts, and millwork concept drawings, the Design Development process begins. This includes finalizing all project details, layouts, furnishings, and material type selections that will be incorporated into detailed drawings and issued for further development by others.
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(SPECIFYING FF&E & FINISHES ARE NOT PART OF MY SCOPE OF SERVICES)

Do you charge for additional revisions?

My design process includes a set number of revisions as outlined in the proposal. Any additional revisions beyond this scope may be subject to an extra fee, depending on the complexity and time required. I always strive to collaborate closely with my clients to ensure their vision is achieved efficiently.

I have an interior design | decorating | architectural company. Can I outsource work to you?

- Yes, I support architects, interior designers, and decorators by handling overflow or freelance work.

- I specialize in producing detailed plans and shop drawings for projects that require design and detailing assistance.

- While I have my own unique drawing style, I can also adapt to other styles to align with your company’s criteria and standards.

What do I need to give you to get started?

TO BEGIN THE DESIGN PROCESS, I REQUIRE THE FOLLOWING:

- Accurate as-built CAD drawings (.dwg or .dxf format), including plans, sections, and elevations.

- If CAD drawings are unavailable, detailed hand-drawn layout plans and elevations with written dimensions will suffice.

- Photographic images of the existing space.

- A detailed project brief outlining requirements, objectives, challenges, and specific design preferences.

- Information on budget, timeline, and any operational constraints.

Why dont you specify Furniture, Fixtures, & Equipment, including Finishes?

- I manage the initial, more complex phase of the design process, allowing other professionals or influancers to focus on the exciting, decorative aspects.

- Many clients and operators have the ability, and prefer, to source their own furnishings, fittings, and finishes that complement a well-planned and designed interior.

- There aren't many internationally recognized hospitality space planners with over 35 years of experience like myself. I specialize in creating the essential infrastructure that enables talented decorators and designers to bring your vision to life in the final outcome.

- Many hospitality, leisure, and wellness brands have their own material and finish criteria. My process fosters effective collaboration, where I focus on space planning, design, and material selection, while others can concentrate on refining finishes and enhancing brand simulation and awareness.