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For this month’s blog we spoke with 2 designers, a design educator and a student to understand how they interpret the learning process when it comes to furniture design with a particular focus on seating. In addition, they discuss the ways in which technologies impact this process.  [Read More](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/a-front-row-seat-to-chair-design) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/a-front-row-seat-to-chair-design#comments-listing) Topics: [Hospitality Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/hospitality-design), [Hospitality Design Trends](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/hospitality-design-trends), [custom furniture for hospitality](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-furniture-for-hospitality), [custom seating](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-seating), [Custom Upholstery](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-upholstery), [Custom Seating For Hotels](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-seating-for-hotels), [Furniture Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/furniture-design), [Hotel Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/hotel-design) ## [Bringing Back The Historic Hotel Saranac](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/historic-preservation-bringing-back-the-hotel-saranac) Posted by [Glenn Haussman](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/author/glenn-haussman) on Aug 15, 2018 10:37:32 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/hubfs/Installations/Saranac%20Lake/SLKSN_Exterior.jpg)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/historic-preservation-bringing-back-the-hotel-saranac) Bringing a hotel back to life isn’t easy. Especially if it’s been closed for an extended period.  Plus, ensuring the property meets the needs of the current guests while still honoring its legacy is a hearty challenge. Enter Sue Pollio, [RSJ Associates, LLC](https://rsjassociates.com/), President and Founder, and an owner tasked with reinventing the [Hotel Saranac](https://www.hotelsaranac.com/), which originally debuted in 1927. Now $30 million and three years later, Pollio shares with Samuelson Furniture what the experience was like regarding her role as the project’s interior designer and procurement pro. [Read More](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/historic-preservation-bringing-back-the-hotel-saranac) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/historic-preservation-bringing-back-the-hotel-saranac#comments-listing) Topics: [Hospitality Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/hospitality-design), [Custom Seating For Hotels](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-seating-for-hotels), [Custom Casegoods For Hotels](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-casegoods-for-hotels), [Interior Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/interior-design), [Furniture Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/furniture-design), [Hotel Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/hotel-design), [Hotel Renovations](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/hotel-renovations), [Historic Preservation](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/historic-preservation) ## [Your HD Expo Guide to Work and Play](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/hdexpo2018-guide) Posted by [Glenn Haussman](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/author/glenn-haussman) on Apr 19, 2018 11:41:40 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/hubfs/vegas.jpg)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/hdexpo2018-guide) With HD Expo upon us, we want to reflect on some of the best experiences amazing Las Vegas has to offer. Sure, this massive trade show is a great place to get business done, but it’s also a place to let loose, have fun and enjoy the incredible amenities Sin City has to offer. We spoke to loyal [HD Expo](https://www.hdexpo.com/) attendees Pam Niemann, Principal Designer & Owner of [Niemann Interiors](http://www.niemanninteriors.com/); Katie Novelen, Senior Interior Designer at [Tandem Interior Design Studio](http://tandemlasvegas.com/); and Britni Flores, Interior Designer at [Studio McCormack](http://studiomccormack.com/).  We had them disclose their insider info, because what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas! [Read More](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/hdexpo2018-guide) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/hdexpo2018-guide#comments-listing) Topics: [Hospitality Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/hospitality-design), [Custom Upholstery](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-upholstery), [Custom Seating For Hotels](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-seating-for-hotels), [Custom Casegoods For Hotels](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-casegoods-for-hotels), [Interior Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/interior-design) ## [Legendary Local Design: 10 Questions with Top Design and Purchasing Pros](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/local-design) Posted by [Glenn Haussman](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/author/glenn-haussman) on Mar 19, 2018 12:25:06 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/hubfs/Newsletters/March%202018/The%20George-6.jpg)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/local-design) Hotel design has inexorably shifted to highlighting the look and feel of the community in which the property is located.  This has change the way in which projects are conceived and executed. It’s no longer about fungible design that simply checks off a series of boxes. Rather, it’s about understanding the cultural, historical and visual cues of the individual community; then creating a visual and functional aesthetic highlighting those elements unique to that neighborhood’s character. We spoke to Lois Goodell, principal, director of interior design, with [CBT Architects](https://www.cbtarchitects.com/) and Ronnie Bray, founding partner of [Bray Whaler](http://www.braywhaler.com/), to see how their roles have transformed due to changing design demands. [Read More](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/local-design) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/local-design#comments-listing) Topics: [Hospitality Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/hospitality-design), [Custom Upholstery](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-upholstery), [Custom Seating For Hotels](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-seating-for-hotels), [Custom Casegoods For Hotels](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-casegoods-for-hotels), [Interior Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/interior-design) ## [Spotlight On LED](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/spotlight-on-led) Posted by [Glenn Haussman](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/author/glenn-haussman) on Feb 22, 2018 11:52:22 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/hubfs/BDNY%202017/A2526.jpg)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/spotlight-on-led) The notion of what furniture is, and should be, is changing. Sure, visual appeal, comfort, quality and usability remain important. But now there is an additional feature to consider; [technology](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/technology-integrated-custom-furniture-design). At Samuelson Furniture, we’ve been ahead of this trend, adding electronic elements to our pieces for years. But it’s not as easy as it looks. [Read More](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/spotlight-on-led) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/spotlight-on-led#comments-listing) Topics: [Hospitality Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/hospitality-design), [Custom Upholstery](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-upholstery), [Custom Seating For Hotels](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-seating-for-hotels), [Custom Casegoods For Hotels](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-casegoods-for-hotels), [Interior Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/interior-design) ## [Are You Trending?  Your peers thoughts on 2018 ](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/are-you-trending) Posted by [Glenn Haussman](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/author/glenn-haussman) on Jan 23, 2018 3:05:48 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/hubfs/Blog/2018/January/8613open%20wardrobe.jpg)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/are-you-trending) As we all get set to maximize opportunity in 2018, it’s critical to understand the trends which could potentially have the most positive effect regarding your business. To get a sense of areas of opportunity in the New Year and the trends behind them, we tracked down some of the hotel industry’s top designers to see which emerging trends they find the most relevant and those they are personally excited to explore. [Read More](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/are-you-trending) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/are-you-trending#comments-listing) Topics: [Hospitality Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/hospitality-design), [Custom Upholstery](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-upholstery), [Custom Seating For Hotels](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-seating-for-hotels), [Custom Casegoods For Hotels](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-casegoods-for-hotels), [Interior Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/interior-design) ## [Family Ties: Family Businesses Within The Hospitality Industry](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/family-ties) Posted by [Glenn Haussman](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/author/glenn-haussman) on Dec 18, 2017 4:03:32 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/hubfs/Blog/December/Chalfin%20family%20pic-%20ruth.jpg)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/family-ties) They say the hotel business is one big happy family. That rings true both figuratively and literally. Here at [Samuelson Furniture](http://samuelsonfurniture.com/), we proudly carry a family tradition spanning four generations and 82 years.  While the distinction of being a generational business is uncommon today, we know others in the industry who have accomplished this.  A strong sense of identity in combination with hard work, integrity and commitment to the ideals set before them are just some of the components necessary to endure the challenges presented in the world of our business today. [Read More](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/family-ties) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/family-ties#comments-listing) Topics: [Hospitality Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/hospitality-design), [Custom Upholstery](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-upholstery), [Custom Seating For Hotels](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-seating-for-hotels), [Custom Casegoods For Hotels](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-casegoods-for-hotels), [Interior Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/interior-design) ## [Maximizing ROI with FF&E](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/maximizing-roi-with-ffe) Posted by [Glenn Haussman](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/author/glenn-haussman) on Sep 20, 2017 12:00:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/hubfs/Blog/clubking_R1.jpg)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/maximizing-roi-with-ffe) This month we are investigating how those tasked with purchasing furniture approach their role in delivering a long lasting product that pleases both ownership and guests, all while anchoring the in-room experience. We connected with two industry superstars; Joe Motley, Program Manager at Walt Disney World, and Neil Locke, principal at Neil Locke & Associates, and asked them to share their thoughts on the importance of buying the right quality furniture at the right price. [Read More](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/maximizing-roi-with-ffe) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/maximizing-roi-with-ffe#comments-listing) Topics: [Hospitality Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/hospitality-design), [Custom furniture for hotels](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-furniture-for-hotels), [custom furniture for hospitality](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-furniture-for-hospitality), [custom seating](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-seating), [custom casegoods](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-casegoods), [Purchasing FF+E](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/purchasing-ffe) ## [How 3D Imaging Transforms the Furniture Buying Experience](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/how-3d-imaging-transforms-the-furniture-buying-experience) Posted by [Glenn Haussman](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/author/glenn-haussman) on May 23, 2017 1:23:20 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/hubfs/HD%20Expo%202017/18404165_10155275955680365_6819153911444284389_o.jpg)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/how-3d-imaging-transforms-the-furniture-buying-experience) When you look at a great piece of furniture, you’re only seeing half the story. Chances are that piece looks wonderful to the eye, but what about what is under the covers? [Read More](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/how-3d-imaging-transforms-the-furniture-buying-experience) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/how-3d-imaging-transforms-the-furniture-buying-experience#comments-listing) Topics: [custom furniture for hospitality](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-furniture-for-hospitality) ## [6 Best Practices for Purchasing FF+E](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/the-6-best-practises-for-purchasing-ffe) Posted by [Glenn Haussman](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/author/glenn-haussman) on Apr 20, 2017 12:00:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/hubfs/Factory%20Tour/HBA%20Factory%20Tour/IMG_4764.jpg)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/the-6-best-practises-for-purchasing-ffe)  Purchasing FF&E, particularly furniture, can be a complicated task, especially for high end custom products. But it doesn’t have to be. We spoke with two purchasing pros -- who also have extensive design backgrounds -- and talked them into sharing their best practices for buying furniture. [Read More](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/the-6-best-practises-for-purchasing-ffe) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/the-6-best-practises-for-purchasing-ffe#comments-listing) Topics: [Hospitality Design](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/hospitality-design), [Custom furniture for hotels](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-furniture-for-hotels), [custom furniture for hospitality](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-furniture-for-hospitality), [custom seating](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-seating), [custom casegoods](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-casegoods), [Purchasing FF+E](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/purchasing-ffe) [All posts](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/all) [Next](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/author/glenn-haussman/page/2) ### Subscribe to Email Updates ### Recent Posts ### Posts by Topic - [Hospitality Design (23)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/hospitality-design) - [Custom Seating For Hotels (17)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-seating-for-hotels) - [Custom Upholstery (14)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-upholstery) - [custom furniture for hospitality (12)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-furniture-for-hospitality) - [custom seating (12)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-seating) - [Custom Casegoods For Hotels (11)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-casegoods-for-hotels) - [Interior Design (11)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/interior-design) - [Furniture Design (10)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/furniture-design) - [Custom furniture for hotels (9)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-furniture-for-hotels) - [Hospitality Design Trends (7)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/hospitality-design-trends) - [Hotel Design (7)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/hotel-design) - [Purchasing FF+E (6)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/purchasing-ffe) - [custom casegoods (6)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/custom-casegoods) - [CustomUpholstery (2)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/customupholstery) - [3D Renderings (1)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/3d-renderings) - [AutoCAD (1)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/autocad) - [CAD (1)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/cad) - [CAD design (1)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/cad-design) - [CADdesign (1)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/caddesign) - [Computer Aided Design (1)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/computer-aided-design) - [Historic Preservation (1)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/historic-preservation) - [Hotel Renovations (1)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/hotel-renovations) - [Hotel Technology (1)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/hotel-technology) - [How To Reduce Redlines in custom furniture design (1)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/how-to-reduce-redlines-in-custom-furniture-design) - [Rethinking Technology In Hospitality Design (1)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/rethinking-technology-in-hospitality-design) - [TechHotels (1)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/techhotels) - [Technology (1)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/technology) - [Technology Integrated Furniture (1)](https://blog.samuelsonfurniture.com/topic/technology-integrated-furniture) see all © Copyright 2018 Samuelson Furniture Inc | 11-13 Maryland Avenue | Paterson, NJ 07503 | Phone: 888-289-4489 | Fax: 973-333-6086 - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/samuelsonfurniture/) - [Twitter](https://twitter.com/Samuelsonfurn) - [Instagram](https://instagram.com/samuelson_furniture/) - [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/company/samuelson-furniture) - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe80v8xdO8QuhTvk9nX5CzA) - [Pintrest](http://www.pinterest.com/samuelsonfurn/)