BDNY was a remarkable success this year, one of the most energetic and well-attended shows we’ve seen in recent memory. From the moment the doors opened, the show floor buzzed with designers, buyers, brand leaders, and visionaries eager to connect, explore, and be inspired. That collective energy was unmistakable, and it signaled something exciting: hospitality design is thriving, evolving, and ready to push boundaries in a big way.
For our team, the most encouraging part of BDNY 2025 wasn’t just the crowds. It was the validation. Walking the floor, it became clear that our 2026/27 Trend Forecast is not only aligned with where the industry is heading, but actively in sync with the design directions emerging across categories. It reaffirmed the forward-thinking approach our studio takes each season, continuously anticipating shifts long before they arrive on the show floor.
Below is a look at how BDNY beautifully brought our forecast to life.
Dreamweave: Surreal, Digital, and Immersive
Dreamweave was impossible to miss this year, as brands experimented with materials and installations that blurred the line between physical and digital. Surfaces shifted under changing light, textiles shimmered with iridescent effects, and LED-integrated features created fluid, dreamlike environments.
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Installations with liquid-like textures
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Metallic sheens and refractive finishes that responded to movement
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Digital art integrations and lighting effects that morphed surfaces in real time
This trend represents a leap toward multi sensory hospitality spaces that feel immersive, surreal, technologically alive, and increasingly shaped by AI-driven inspiration.
Modern Mesa: Western Influence Meets Contemporary Craft
The influence of Modern Mesa was strong at BDNY, with brands leaning into earthen palettes, natural materials, handcrafted tactility, and notable fringe detailing. Desert-inspired hues, sculptural minimalism, and modernized Western references echoed throughout the floor, reinforcing a return to authenticity and craft.
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Adobe-inspired textures and sandy gradients
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Handwoven textiles and artisanal finishes
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Modern silhouettes rooted in rugged, resilient forms
The result was a sense of understated warmth, a grounded yet sophisticated aesthetic that feels perfectly aligned with future-forward hospitality design.
Legacy Lounge: Elevated Tradition With Contemporary Ease
Legacy Lounge had a major presence at BDNY this year, pointing to a renewed industry interest in more traditional, refined aesthetics. Exhibitors embraced warm woods, vintage silhouettes, metallic accents, and classic craftsmanship, updated with modern proportions and a fresh sensibility.
On the floor, this took shape through:
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Tailored upholstery and timeless patterns
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Warm, inviting color stories
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Brass detailing, soft curves, and subtle glam moments
This modernized take on classic luxury felt both nostalgic and current, bringing an approachable elegance that we anticipate growing through 2026 and beyond.
Looking Ahead
BDNY 2025 served as a powerful affirmation that our 2026/27 Trend Forecast is aligned with where hospitality design is heading.
As we move forward, we’re energized by the creative momentum seen at the show. This year’s BDNY didn’t just reflect current design, it revealed what comes next. And we’re excited to continue leading that conversation. If you want to dive deeper into the complete set of trends shaping the future of hospitality design, fill out the application form to receive our full 2026/27 Trend Forecast Mailer. We’re excited to share the insights that will help guide your projects forward.