Q: WHAT ARE THE LATEST TRENDS IN BEDS AND BEDDING?
FRANÇOIS: There is a comeback for the box springbed case and the pocket sprung mattress after years of foam mattresses and slatted bed bases. The ‘sleep spa’ concept is also very trendy in hotels at the moment.
The client can choose the firmness and the size of the bed, they can ask for supplementary mattress overlays or special cushions and pillows. There are also special rooms and beds for house dust allergic individuals.
Increasingly, people want to measure their rhythm of sleep in order to wake up at the right moment. Some hotels offer sunrise simulators at the bedside.
PAMINI: Mattresses with built-in toppers boasting the best high-tech coil systems are in great demand. High rise mattresses also add beauty to the room and provide a soothing sleep.Colourful throws and cushions on the bed with embroidered pillow cases along with duvet covers are often the highlights and add a luxurious look to the room.
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BHARATH: Mercerised satin sheen is highly popular among five-star properties due to the smooth finish on the bed linen. Jacquard fabrics are also attaining prominence.
HASSAN: New comfort technologies like Simmon’s Advanced Pocketed Coils provide back support with hundreds of individually-wrapped springs that adjust independently to the weight and contour of your body, while offering unmatched motion separation for an undisturbed sleep. Other innovative technologies include Micro Diamond Infused AirCool memory foam, which draws on the conductive properties of diamonds, helping move heat away from the body for a cool, comfortable sleep.
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