FORT LAUDERDALE—The Garden Hotel & Resort continues to redefine wellness-forward hospitality in South Florida with the resort-wide implementation of the acclaimed CLEAR bathroom water ecosystem in every guestroom across the property, making it the first hotel in the world to introduce the system property-wide. While most hotels in Florida provide standard municipal water that is safe for showering, brushing teeth, and drinking, only a very limited number of hospitality properties go beyond traditional infrastructure by introducing advanced filtration systems throughout guest bathrooms. In most cases, hotels may offer filtered drinking water stations or bottled water amenities, but do not filter...

HICKORY, N.C.—HBF Textiles, in collaboration with Liam Lee, unveils Paint By Numbers, Lee’s debut textile collection comprising four unexpected and vibrant patterns that demonstrate Lee’s distinctive understanding of color and encourage experimentation through their juxtaposition. Crafted with a poetic sensitivity to color and texture, the collection draws inspiration from Lee’s recent paintings that incorporate forms derived from paint-by-numbers kits and hover between abstraction and figuration. “I tend to work in a somewhat non-linear way, and color is central to my practice,” says Lee. “The colorways in ‘Paint by Numbers’ are intended to be mixed and matched, acting as puzzle pieces for...

CHICAGO—Winnow, the AI food waste technology company trusted by leading hospitality brands including Hilton, Marriott, and Accor, announced the formation of a new Advisory Board with the appointment of two seasoned hospitality executives: Paul Whetsell, CEO of CapStar Hotel Company, and Gregory Maliassas, CEO of Driftwood Hospitality Management. The Advisory Board has been established to bring deep operational and strategic expertise to bear on Winnow’s product development and go-to-market strategy, as the company scales its technology across the global hospitality sector. Paul Whetsell brings more than 45 years of hospitality industry experience. He founded the original CapStar Hotel Company in 1987...

LOS ANGELES—Acclaim Lighting, a leader in innovative architectural lighting solutions, announces the release of Aria X2, the next evolution of its wireless DMX control platform. Building on the success of the original Aria system, Aria X2 introduces advanced multi-band wireless technology, enhanced reliability, and expanded system compatibility—delivering a powerful, future-ready solution for connected lighting installations of any scale. Engineered to streamline control across varied fixtures and environments, Aria X2 enables a single transmitter to remotely orchestrate large networks of luminaires, receivers, and control devices. The system supports both DMX and 0–10V outputs via remote receiver junction boxes, as well as...

MIAMI—Groupe GM, the global leader in premium guest amenities, announces the first-ever exclusive hotel line in partnership with the independent British fragrance brand Floral Street. Leveraging Groupe GM’s global hospitality expertise and Floral Street’s bold, fresh, and sustainability-driven spirit, this innovative hotel amenity line will create a memorable and uplifting experience. Founded by beauty powerhouse Michelle Feeney, Floral Street stands apart in a crowded market as a proudly British, independent brand reflecting Michelle’s entrepreneurial spirit and forward-thinking vision. The company’s mission is clear: to create fine fragrances that are accessible, eco-conscious, and empowering for modern women, while breaking away from...

NEW YORK—Ultrafabrics, a global leader in high-performance coated fabrics and leather alternatives, is pleased to introduce Summit, a new upholstery collection designed to bring refined color, durability and versatile performance to commercial environments inside and out. Created for spaces that require elevated design and long-term performance, Summit delivers the rich look and supple hand of leather while meeting the demands of high-traffic use. The collection supports a wide range of environments, including hospitality, workplace, healthcare, education, retail and other shared spaces, as well as outdoor lounges, rooftop terraces, poolside seating, covered patios, resort spaces and open-air amenity areas. “The way commercial...

BROOKLYN, N.Y.—Invi Air, a leading manufacturer of HVAC diffusers and frameless vent covers, introduces the Slot Tile Round Diffuser, a new circular addition to its Slot Tile product line designed to deliver high airflow performance while maintaining a clean, integrated ceiling appearance. Designed for acoustical and tile grid ceilings, the Slot Tile Round Diffuser fits standard 24-inch x 24-inch T-bar and drop ceiling grids, blending directly into the ceiling tile for a nearly invisible finish. Available as a kit with the plenum box, the diffuser is suitable for both supply and return applications and delivers a flush condition that aligns with the...

KINGSEY FALLS, QUEBEC—Cascades Inc. has launched its fifth Sustainable Development Plan, which includes several concrete actions and reaffirms the company’s commitment to actively contributing to sustainable development by collaborating with its customers, suppliers, and business partners. Cascades is also taking this opportunity to announce the signing of several partnerships related to biodiversity and environmental preservation, a key commitment of its new plan. The company is renewing its agreements with Parc Marie-Victorin, the David Suzuki Foundation, and the Granby Zoo, entering into a new partnership with Wildlife Habitat Canada, and continuing its collaboration with Mission 1000 Tonnes. An Ambitious Plan to...

SOLON, OHIO—Tarkett, a global leader in innovative and sustainable flooring solutions, brought its worldwide workforce together for the company’s Sustainability Week. Anchored by World Environment Day on June 5, the week included a series of activities and events designed to deepen employee engagement with the company’s sustainability strategy and demonstrate how environmental responsibility is embedded across every role in the organization. Tarkett North America celebrated with a community-minded effort close to home: Paws for the Planet, a pet supply donation drive honoring the connection between animal welfare and environmental stewardship. “When it comes to protecting our planet’s life-sustaining resources, every step...

SAN ANTONIO—Hospitality television leader LG Electronics USA announced the U.S. debut of LG Pro:Centric Cloud, a hospitality TV content management solution designed exclusively for LG Hotel TVs. Unveiled at HITEC 2026, this solution is designed to help hotels streamline operations, enhance guest engagement and simplify management of in-room television experiences. LG Pro:Centric Cloud enables hotels to remotely manage in-room displays, create customized guest-facing content and access operational insights through a centralized cloud solution. It is designed to reduce reliance on physical servers while providing scalability for hospitality operators managing properties across multiple locations. “LG Pro:Centric Cloud gives hotel operators a flexible way to...