WATG and Wimberly Interiors

We’re excited to welcome Chris Dunn as Associate Principal, Studio Director, Planning & Landscape in our Dallas studio! With over 35 years of experience as a registered landscape architect and urban designer, Chris brings an impressive portfolio in hospitality, luxury resort, and community design across the U.S., Middle East, and Asia. His work includes notable projects such as the Dallas Museum of Art and Fountain Place. As WATG expands its Dallas office to strengthen our presence in the Americas market, Chris will collaborate with our leadership team to grow our impact in the Mountain West, Sun Belt, The Caribbean, Central America and China. His expertise in master planning, urban design, and landscape architecture will be instrumental in shaping extraordinary places that inspire and endure. https://hubs.ly/Q03ctNpm0 #WATG #WimberlyInteriors #LandscapeArchitecture #UrbanDesign #MasterPlanning #Leadership #LuxuryResorts #Placemaking #WelcomeToTheTeam

This week, VIC Properties and Sorores London announced that Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas, the ultra-luxury hospitality brand within the IHG Hotels & Resorts portfolio, is coming to the Pinheirinho Comporta project.   WATG provided entire resort and branded residential advisory and master planning services on this unique destination in Portugal. Once complete this will offer visitors a one-of-a-kind experience that brings together nature, community and outstanding hospitality. This announcement with Six Senses marks a major milestone for our clients and we are delighted to join them in celebrating.   #design #architecture #masterplanning #masterplan #advisory #brandedresidential #sixsenses #IHGhotels #hotels #hospitality 

A Journey Through Time #WATG80 Eighty years ago, on the sun-kissed shores of Honolulu, WATG began as a dream—a vision to create spaces where people could find wonder, connection, and a sense of belonging. Born of Hawaii’s lush landscapes and the warmth of its people, our journey has been one of artistry, innovation, and a deep respect for the stories held within each place we touch. This year, we pause to reflect, to celebrate the moments and milestones that have defined us, and to look forward with the same spirit of curiosity and care that first brought us here. Discover WATG80 here - https://hubs.ly/Q03chjlh0 #Celebrating80Years #Architecture #MasterPlanning #LandscapeArchitecture #InteriorDesign #LuxuryHospitality #HospitalityDesign #InnovationInDesign

WATG was appointed to work with Chiva-Som International Health Resorts Co., Ltd. on the drafting of their brand standards for master planning and landscape. Chiva-Som is an international wellness resort that stands out from other hospitality brands by offering a fully holistic and completely individualised wellness experience for guests. We engaged in deep discussions with the Chiva-Som technical team, carefully analyzing their current landscape design approach. We explored how guests interact with the properties, focusing on the treatment experiences they seek within the landscape spaces. Additionally, we examined the guest journey from arrival to departure, gaining valuable insights to enhance their overall experience. Chiva-Som’s flagship health resort in Hua Hin, Thailand, is deeply rooted in Thai heritage, a defining element of the brand. We sought to understand how Chiva-Som embodies Thai culture and how they could authentically convey it in a culturally relevant way across diverse locations worldwide. “We would like to sincerely thank WATG for working with us on this collaboration. Their professionalism, creativity and can-do attitude has been essential in creating brand standards that empower and energise project teams, curating and tailoring new world-class wellness destinations. ” - Susanne Seeboo (Director of Development & Projects, Chiva-Som International Health Resorts) Read more - https://hubs.ly/Q03cgfkD0 #WellnessDesign #LuxuryResorts #HospitalityDesign #LandscapeArchitecture #MasterPlanning #WellnessTravel #LuxuryHospitality #SustainableDesign #ResortDesign #MindfulDesign #GuestExperience #LuxuryLifestyle

We are pleased to share that our renovation of the The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa has been shortlisted in the Hotel Design – The Americas category of the International Hotel & Property Awards by design et al, a prestigious global platform that highlights exceptional design in the hospitality industry. WATG and Wimberly Interiors provided architecture, landscape architecture, and interior design services. This project exemplifies the power of design in preserving a legacy while adapting to the needs of contemporary hospitality. Discover the project : https://hubs.ly/Q03bT4Xk0 #HotelDesign #LuxuryHotels #HospitalityDesign #InteriorDesign #Architecture #LandscapeDesign #DesignAwards #HotelRenovation #WATG #WimberlyInteriors #TheOmniHomestead #DesignExcellence #GlobalHospitality #SustainableDesign #HistoricHotels #LuxuryTravel

Eighty years ago, WATG and Wimberly Interiors set out on a journey to reimagine the way the world experiences hospitality spaces. What began in Honolulu, Hawaii has grown into a global design powerhouse, crafting thousands of projects across six continents and countless memories along the way. Now, as we celebrate our 80th anniversary, it’s time to reflect on where we’ve been, what we’ve learned, and where our pencils and passports will take us next. As we blow out 80 candles, it’s tempting to get nostalgic - and we are, a little. We think about our first projects in Waikiki, and the many groundbreaking moments along the way, including pioneering the all-inclusive resort concept, and the first overwater bungalow, but most of all, we’re excited. Excited for the next destination, the next idea, the next chapter. Cheers to 80 years of daring to dream, creating to inspire, and designing for life. Let’s make the next 80 even more extraordinary!t on where we’ve been, what we’ve learned, and where our pencils and passports will take us next. Discover WATG80 - https://hubs.ly/Q03bGKjn0 #WATG80 #LuxuryHospitality #HospitalityDesign #Architecture #MasterPlanning #LandscapeArchitecture #InteriorDesign

Regent Santa Monica Beach – Creating a dialogue between luxury and comfort, where guests feel transported and completely at ease. Layering rich textures, sophisticated colors, and custom furnishings to craft unique spaces that celebrate the natural beauty of Santa Monica and the polished aesthetic of the Regent brand. Located just steps from the historic Santa Monica Pier, Regent Santa Monica Beach is IHG Hotels & Resorts’ first flagship destination in the Americas under the reimagined Regent brand. Once the Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel, this property has long been known for its expansive outdoor spaces and ocean views. Now fully transformed, it sets the standard for luxury and lifestyle in the region. “The transformation of The Regent Santa Monica Beach epitomizes ultra-luxury hospitality, effortlessly blending refined experiences with the allure of its coveted coastal setting. We collaborated closely with Liana Hawes Young of Wimberly Interiors to bring the creative vision to life, curating an elevated and immersive guest experience.” - Chantell Walsh, Vice President of Design & Construction, Strategic Hotels & Resorts. “Our goal was to create a dialogue between luxury and comfort, where guests feel transported and completely at ease. By layering rich textures, sophisticated colors, and custom furnishings, Wimberly Interiors created unique spaces that celebrate the natural beauty of Santa Monica and the polished aesthetic of the Regent brand.“ - Liana Hawes Young, Associate Principal, Wimberly Interiors. Discover the project: https://hubs.ly/Q03bw4jy0 #LuxuryDesign #HospitalityDesign #HospitalityInteriors #LuxuryHotels #InteriorDesign #HotelTransformation #WellnessDesign #Renovation

Wimberly Interiors: Taking a Moment to Reflect This year, we took the time to step back and sense check how we communicate our work and key attributes. As we explored this, we discovered something profound, something that has always been at the heart of Wimberly Interiors. We realized that we have, and always have had, a core brand essence, one that resides deeply within our individual talent and plays out in the way we value all our relationships. It shapes how we collaborate, how we engage with our clients, and how we approach every project. At the heart of it all, we care deeply on every level and about every detail. It’s this dedication that defines not only the spaces we create but also the way we work together and the experiences we craft. And so, we set to work refining the way we express the value we bring and the attributes that set us apart. Read on here - https://hubs.ly/Q03bgLVY0 #WimberlyInteriors #LuxuryDesign #CraftingExperiences #CulturalAuthenticity #InteriorDesign #LuxuryInteriors #HospitalityInteriors #HotelInteriors #HospitalityDesign #LuxuryHotel #LuxuryHospitality

Nick Carrier, Principal, Architecture, will be attending International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) from March 31 - April 2 in Berlin. Please get in touch to arrange a meeting. The theme at this year's conference is Own the Moment: Hospitality investment stands on the cusp of a new era of opportunity. With declining interest rates, increasing liquidity and strong fundamentals, hospitality is emerging as a particularly appealing asset class. This unique climate, driven by macroeconomic, societal, and technological shifts, presents a timely opportunity for investors focused on resilient, high-growth assets. Featuring deep content, curated tracks, and innovative formats, IHIF EMEA 2025 empowers industry leaders to navigate a new business cycle amid complex geopolitical, demographic, and environmental challenges. Networking, knowledge sharing and collaboration are key: the enhanced event experience puts the onus on attendees to set the narrative and map the way forward. Find our more and register here - https://hubs.ly/Q03bgDtR0 #IHIFEMEA25 #hospitalityinvestor #hospitalityinvestment #mediacompany #hospitalityconference