Hyatt today announced the opening of Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya. Nestled in the secluded region of Riviera Maya, Mexico, Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya is surrounded by lush mangroves, with easy access to the Cancun International Airport and only six miles from Playa del Carmen. This sophisticated all-inclusive resort radiates paradise with modern hacienda charm, situated on 1.5 acres of pure white sand beach combining state-of-the-art amenities with heartfelt service and inviting accommodations.

Inspired by the art and architecture of pre-Hispanic Maya culture, the Hyatt Zen Spa provides a serene atmosphere for relaxation and wellness, featuring soothing and restorative treatments with ten indoor treatment rooms. Zen Spa also offers a master suite with a hydrotherapy tub, sauna and steam rooms, a fitness center with group classes, strength zone and cardio area, and a full-service beauty salon.

Guests of Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya can enjoy adult-oriented amenities, including a sprawling ocean-view pool with an adjacent hot tub, nine globally inspired restaurants, bars and lounges, and unique daily and nightly activities, such as aqua aerobics, water sports, cooking lessons, live performances and more.

The exclusive adult oasis boasts 291 sophisticated suites with elegant amenities, modern décor and beautiful views of the resort grounds and sea. All rooms and suites feature spa-like bathrooms with rainfall showers, turndown service, LCD satellite TV’s, Wi-Fi internet access and complimentary minibars with soft drinks and premium beer along with 24-hour in-suite dining featuring chef specialties. Each guestroom offers a furnished balcony or patio, views of the ocean or garden, marble bathrooms and double vanities, all exuding the tranquility and peacefulness of the Riviera Maya region.

“Nearly 10 years ago, we opened the first Hyatt Ziva and Hyatt Zilara properties with the goal of reinventing the all-inclusive experience with a unique offering characterized by premium food and beverage offerings, favored wellness experiences and activities, personalized service and much more,” said Playa Hotels & Resort’s EVP and chief investment officer, Fernando Mulet, 

“With each new opening, we continue to push the category forward and drive value for customers, owners, developers and brands alike. We look forward to welcoming guests and World of Hyatt members to this unscripted all-inclusive resort in Riviera Maya.”

Ideal for large gatherings, Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya offers the perfect venues for meetings and conferences with more than 6,000 square feet of modern facilities designed for success. Elegant outdoor spaces and gardens allow for dreamy destination weddings with a blissful backdrop.

World of Hyatt members can earn 500 Bonus Points for qualifying nights at Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya starting now through February 28, 2023.

For more information and to book a reservation, please visit www.hyattzilararivieramaya.com.

Cornish leading luxury property developer, Stephens + Stephens, is unveiling 10 stunning new coastal homes – Southshore in Seaton.

In collaboration with multi-award-winning interior design agency Absolute, Stephens + Stephens is taking its signature style and bringing Miami-Chic to Cornwall’s forgotten corner with the creation of Southshore.

Southshore will feature a truly unique collection of 10 detached four-bedroom houses. Just a short walk from the beach, the homes – which will be finished in 2023 – are perfect for those seeking a more tranquil lifestyle which more people in the UK seem to be embracing.

Stephens + Stephens is well-known for its team’s skills, vision, and new-wave approach to creating luxury properties in awe-inspiring locations. The team have looked at every element of the Southshore properties and endeavored to ensure they are not only the most efficient systems for the new owners, but that they have the least environmental impact too.

The 10 Southshore homes will feel as though they have been carved into the hillsides themselves, connected by a sloping, curved driveway. Striking square, clean lined architecture gives the buildings a second phase art deco feel known as the streamline modern.

The Southshore four-bedroom properties will start from £895,000.

As 2022 draws to a close, what design trends will 2023 bring? Houzz, a leading platform for home renovation and design, reveals unique insights into how people are designing their homes. 

Victoria Harrison, Editor for Houzz UK shares how nostalgic choices, ‘spathrooms’ and birch plywood are set to influence kitchen and bathroom trends going into the new year.

1. Nostalgia (Pictured top – image credit: Sims Hilditch)

From the resurgence of ‘modern farmhouse kitchens’, which is up by 54% in searches on Houzz year-over-year, to the recent interest in cottagecore, homeowners are looking to the familiarity and comfort of the past and bringing elements of this into their modern cooking spaces. Freestanding elements such as pantries and cabinets and moveable kitchen islands or butcher blocks are also in demand, with searches for ‘freestanding kitchen’ up by 32% on Houzz this year. 

• Pared-back ‘spathrooms’

With Japandi style continuing to be popular among Brits (the search term ‘Japandi bathroom’ is up 187% in searches on Houzz this year), the clean lines, muted colours and natural materials characterised by Japanese style is restful and understated, and seemingly sought after for 2023 bathrooms. Natural wood elements and panelling help to create a calm atmosphere and are popular among homeowners, with searches for panelled bathrooms up 2x this year on Houzz (up 113%). The ‘spa bathroom’ certainly seems to be the goal for potential renovators and the search term has increased by 77% this year on Houzz.

• Ditching wall cabinets

Next year, we expect to see more homeowners ditch wall cabinets and embrace the feeling of space this can give to a room. Searches for ‘open kitchen shelving’ are up 36% year-on-year on Houzz and freestanding furniture-style dressers are also becoming more popular. With plenty of storage available in lower cabinets and large islands, designers on Houzz are using this opportunity to be creative with the wall space. 

• Unique splashback choices

The splashback is set to take centre stage in the 2023 kitchen with more unique choices popular among homeowners. ‘Window splashback’ and ‘mirrored splashback’ are in demand, up by 67 and 58 per cent respectively. And last year designers on Houzz predicted that slab splashbacks would be a big trend, and we’re certainly seeing this come through in the most popular photos on Houzz, with kitchens featuring eye-catching quartz and sleek stone designs. 

• Playful design 

On Houzz, we’ve seen an increase in the use of playful colour combinations, as well as the introduction of personal and quirky touches, such as wall murals. Moving away from the safety of neutrals, designers on Houzz are having fun with colour and being creative when it comes to designing spaces for clients. Searches on Houzz for ‘colourful bedroom’, ‘colourful bathroom’ and ‘colourful kitchen’ have all increased (up by 192%, 42% and 13%, respectively) and the search term ‘painted ceiling’ also saw an increase, up by 112%.

• Birch plywood kitchens (Pictured bottom image credit: Sustainable Kitchens | Photo: Lukonic

Recently, more and more Houzz designers have been favouring birch plywood for kitchen cabinetry, both for fronts and, increasingly, for carcasses too, which are often otherwise made from MDF. Birch ply is strong, durable, typically sustainable and has a contemporary, minimalist look. We predict it’ll continue to grow in popularity for 2023 and with searches for ‘birch ply’ spiking by 115% that certainly seems to be the case. The naturally pale colour of birch pairs perfectly with polished concrete and natural stone, making it a great partner for those after the Japandi aesthetic. The pared-back look also lends itself well to a handleless design, which is set to be another popular trend for 2023.