by JAIadmin | Jul 29, 2024 | Boutique, Design, Design Advice, Hotels, Uncategorized
In the heart of the thriving Tampa Bay region, where the skyline is ever-evolving and the hospitality industry is booming, the choice of a design firm can make all the difference. Enter JAI, a small yet mighty design firm based in the vibrant locales of Tampa, St....
by JAIadmin | Sep 25, 2023 | Design, Design Advice, Hotels, Uncategorized
The New Dimension of Design In the world of design, we often talk about the relationship between the space, the design, and the guest experience. With the rise of social media, this dynamic has shifted to include not just the physical guest, but the virtual one as...
by Jacki Arena | Jan 21, 2021 | Design Advice
When I started JAI 20 years ago, I wanted to create something different from what I saw in other design firms. I made a conscious effort to build my business around a relationship-first principle. From the start, I wanted the designers, vendors, and clients that...
by Jacki Arena | Oct 23, 2020 | Design Advice, Hotels
To “renovate” means to make new. New life. New ideas. New experiences. There are three typical cycles in a hotel’s life: refresh, soft renovation, and complete renovation. Whichever type of reno you need, it’s essential to keep your hotel...
by Jacki Arena | May 22, 2020 | Design, Design Advice, Hotels
As a designer, I’m accustomed to shifting with design trends. Usually, the JAI team can forecast and execute the next popular styles, colors, or concepts with ease. That’s a significant part of what we do. But, in March 2020, the world changed in an instant. No one...
by Jacki Arena | Mar 10, 2020 | Design Advice, Heart Projects
It can look like giving money, time, or expertise, but at its core generosity comes from a spirit that says, “I care enough to put someone else’s success first and to empower those around me, all without expecting anything back.” We have added so much advanced...
