2025 DesignWell Pavilion, designed by HBA

Enter HD Expo and the world opens.
Discover immersive designed spaces, expert-led education, guided tours, and dynamic networking experiences spanning the Expo Hall and beyond. Whether you’re exploring new products, earning CEUs, or connecting with industry peers, every moment is designed to spark ideas, build relationships, and move your work forward.

Courtside, A DesignWell Pavilion

Booth #2873

Courtside, a DesignWell Pavilion brought to life by Harken Interiors in branding partnership with The Saturday Crowd, is designed as an oasis within the energy of HD Expo. Inspired by restorative luxury, old school athletics, and biophilic integration, the space balances high-energy activation with moments of calm.

Nods to nostalgic athletic culture appear through bold graphic lines and a muted palette, while layered textures, warm woods, and abundant greenery soften the architectural framework. Custom drapery, patterned carpet, and thoughtful lighting create contrast between lively and restorative zones.

The pavilion unfolds into distinct areas—from the Center Court stage to social lounges, conversation pods, and individual relaxation spaces—allowing guests to engage at their own pace.

Subtle greenery, sand gardens, ambient sound, layered scent, and infused water complete the multisensory experience, creating a place to pause, recharge, and reconnect before stepping back into the rhythm of the show.

Designer: Harken Interiors in branding partnership with The Saturday Crowd

Sponsors: Brintons USA, Business & Pleasure, Culp Hospitality, Danao, Expormim, Mylofleur, RS Barcelona, Sisyphus, Vision Republic

The Grand Hotel

Booth #4975

The Grand Hotel brings the spirit of classic hospitality into a contemporary design salon at HD Expo. Draped floor-to-ceiling in deep red velvet, the immersive monochromatic environment feels intimate, dramatic, and unapologetically bold.

A central stage anchors the space as a relaxed living-room setting for panels and discussions, surrounded by theater seating that encourages conversation and connection. Curved velvet banquettes line the perimeter, creating intimate pockets for smaller gatherings while remaining connected to the energy of the room.

Opposite the stage, a lively bar area with high-top tables and a drink rail invites informal networking and spontaneous design dialogue. Layered flooring reminiscent of collected rugs and a curated mix of vintage-inspired furnishings add warmth and character.

More than a booth, The Grand Hotel becomes a shared living room for the design community—part lounge, part classroom, and part social club.

Designer: Gensler

Sponsors:  Coast to Coast, County Draperies, Daltile, Fabric Innovations, Royal Thai, Schumacher, UFD, Vision Republic, Williams-Sonoma Business-to-Business

HD Mainstage

Booth #5735

HD Mainstage is the central destination for HD Expo’s curator-selected conference sessions. This is where the industry gathers for accredited continuing education, featuring thought leaders, designers, brand executives, and innovators shaping the future of hospitality design.

Sessions on the Mainstage offer CEU credits for AIA (American Institute of Architects) and IDCEC (International Design Continuing Education Council), allowing attendees to earn required continuing education while engaging with timely industry topics.

Designed to support meaningful dialogue and shared learning, the space hosts a curated lineup of panels, presentations, and discussions focused on the ideas, strategies, and projects shaping hospitality design today.

Access to HD Mainstage sessions requires a full conference pass. Get yours here →

Center Bar

Booth #4743

Center Bar is the social heart of HD Expo—a place to fuel up, connect, and stay in the flow of the show. Designed for convenience and connection, it offers quick bites, coffee, and drinks so attendees can recharge without leaving the expo.

Whether meeting up with colleagues, making new connections, or taking a quick break between appointments, Center Bar keeps the energy on the show floor. The space also plays host to casual meetups and light entertainment throughout the day, creating natural moments for conversation and community.

Programming and activations to be announced.

Sponsors: Encore Hospitality Carpet

Networking + Social Events

From curated gatherings to high-energy after-hours experiences, HD Expo’s social events are designed to bring the industry together beyond the booth. Whether you’re reconnecting with colleagues or meeting new collaborators, these moments create space for meaningful conversation, fresh perspective, and real relationship-building.

Expect a mix of hosted meetups, partner events, and signature experiences that extend the energy of the show into the evening.

View the full schedule of events →

Guided Tours

Guided Tours offer a curated way to experience the HD Expo Expo Hall through an expert-led lens. Led by industry voices and media partners, each tour highlights standout exhibitors, emerging ideas, and design-forward products shaping hospitality.

Current offerings include a Food & Beverage-focused tour led by rd+d, with additional themes and hosts to be announced.

Designed for both efficiency and discovery, these tours help attendees navigate with intention while uncovering new resources and inspiration.