Michael McCann
Founder / PrincipalDreamtime Australia Design (US)Founder and Principal of the multi-International and US Award-Winning Design Studio, Michael McCann brings an almost unique wealth of international hotel/resort, restaurant, bar and club design, development and operational experience to his wide variety of trend-setting projects, including the studio’s recent luxury designs for The Tasman Hotel in Hobart, Australia, named to the prestigious World’s 50 Best Hotels list for 2024.
Before establishing himself as a renowned designer, Miami, Florida native Michael created, opened and operated more than 80 restaurants, bars and night-clubs in 12 countries and territories on 4 continents world-wide and operated over 120 more already in operation in a 2 decade, 5-star international hotel management and development career with such companies as Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group and Hyatt International until his creation in 1998 of his unique hospitality design studio.
Creating Immersive Dining Experiences
New restaurants and bars deliver more than hospitality. Today, patrons expect immersive environments that offer moments of surprise and emotional conn…New restaurants and bars deliver more than hospitality. Today, patrons expect immersive environments that offer moments of surprise and emotional connection. Panelists will discuss how to balance spectacle with authenticity and how operational realit…New restaurants and bars deliver more than hospitality. Today, patrons expect immersive environments that offer moments of surprise and emotional connection. Panelists will discuss how to balance spectacle with authenticity and how operational realities inform design choices. They will also touch on the need to incorporate off-premises and convenience-driven options. The session will offer both big-picture thinking and practical insight into how…New restaurants and bars deliver more than hospitality. Today, patrons expect immersive environments that offer moments of surprise and emotional connection. Panelists will discuss how to balance spectacle with authenticity and how operational realities inform design choices. They will also touch on the need to incorporate off-premises and convenience-driven options. The session will offer both big-picture thinking and practical insight into how experiential restaurant design drives brand engagement and creates a strong ROI.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More
