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Hotel renovation cycles are getting shorter and downtime is getting more expensive. Traditional built-in furniture can take a long time to assemble on site, disturbing guests and delaying return of revenue. Modular hotel furniture-prefabricated, interchangeable components that can be assembled quickly and offer a high degree of flexibility-offers hotel owners and operators a more affordable and quicker alternative. Modular hotel furniture is not a design trend; it is a cost and time saver. Here is why modular furniture is increasing in popularity.
1. Reduced Installation Time and Lower Labor Costs
Modular hotel furniture has a lot of obvious advantages and one of the biggest is time. The pieces are prefabricated in a factory and delivered for assembly. It may take days to finish out a guest room with built-in furniture but an entire room could be finished with a modular design in a matter of hours.
A full guest room that is typically fitted for days with case goods, can be fitted with a modular system within hours. For any project ranging from small office areas, hotel rooms, luxury suites, guest lounges and business centers, modular designs lead to fewer labor costs and room turn-around time. EKAR FURNITURE utilizes 26 years of manufacturing experience to design modular pieces with precise fits to any space and any kind of need. Corridor pieces, seating for restaurants or guest rooms, even design-oriented guest room furniture can be assembled quickly and easily with just a few tools. Hotel operators can finish renovation wings days and weeks ahead of schedule, gaining a rapid return of revenue.
2. Easy Maintenance and Piece by Piece Replacement
A scratch or tear will develop with any guest furnishings. Traditional hotel room furnishings and built-ins typically require the repair or full replacement of an entire piece, an expensive undertaking. If a part of the piece is damaged and the rest of the furnishings are in perfect condition, there is no need to completely replace the unit. Individual parts can be quickly removed and replaced, cutting back on the time, cost, and waste generated from renovation and repair. EKAR's furniture brand, "wood source" as well as the luxury line has replaceable parts designed for these circumstances, table tops, legs, drawers, chair seat cushions can be ordered and replaced as needed without waste or the expense of replacing an entire piece. Maintenance can easily be done without disrupting the overall furnishing of the space, especially for high-traffic areas like restaurants, corridors and outdoor spaces that will likely see the most wear and tear.
3. Flexibility to Reconfigure Spaces as Needs Change
Hotels are not static spaces; needs can change drastically from day to day, or season to season. A lobby area might need to accommodate coffee shop operation during the day and transition into a lounge or bar space in the evening. During the peak conference seasons a hotel might see a need for a wider range of seating and table configurations. Modular furniture easily allows you to adjust the space without purchasing additional items or involving additional contractors.
EKAR furniture offers modular seating and tables that can be completely rearranged within minutes. Lobby counters can be lengthened or shortened. Restaurant tables can be arranged for large events or more intimate dining experiences. In any case, your building adapts to you, not the other way around, a benefit for a variety of hotel environments that may host weddings, conventions and parties.
4. Sustainable Renovation with Less Waste
Traditional renovations produce a tremendous amount of waste. Traditional built-ins typically need to be demolished. The waste generated from tear downs can ultimately end up in landfills. Modular furniture has more potential for reuse, individual part replacement and even re-purposing of furniture and furnishings within or outside the hotel. Hotel furniture brand standards may change every few years, but it's possible to refurbish or refinish modular pieces instead of tossing entire units, allowing for the highest environmental sustainability. EKAR Furniture pieces are designed for maximum durability and can withstand multiple renovations and reconfigurations. These are quality built pieces for hotels looking for LEED or green certification. Lobby furnishings and even outdoor furnishings benefit greatly from modular designs.
Summary
Modular furniture is revolutionizing how hotels conduct renovations and day-to-day operations. From quicker installation and fewer labor expenses to easy maintenance, flexible space configurations and reduced environmental waste, modular furniture is a smart business investment. With 26 years in manufacturing, a 120,000m2 industrial park, a 8,000m2 showroom, and more than 1,000 professional craftsmen at its disposal, EKAR FURNITURE provides modular furniture solutions for any type of hotel project-from children's theme hotel furnishing to hotel rooms, suites, reception & lobby areas, corridors, restaurants, business centers and outdoor venues. Trusted by Marriott, IHG, Accor, Shangri La, Hilton, and many other leading Chinese developers, EKAR's furnishings are recognized for their "Foshan Made, World Approved" quality. Contact EKAR Furniture today to find out more about how modular furnishings can make your next hotel renovation a quicker, cheaper, more environmentally conscious event.