hospitality-construction

# Hospitality Construction Quick Reference ## Hotel Property Types | Property Type | Typical Keys | F&B Scope | Meeting Space | Construction $/Key | |--------------|--------------|-----------|---------------|-------------------| | Select-Service | 80-150 | Breakfast only | Limited/None | $80K-$120K | | Full-Service | 150-500+ | Multiple outlets | Extensive | $150K-$250K | | Luxury | 100-400 | Signature + casual | Full service | $400K-$800K+ | | Boutique | 50-150 | Destination F&B | Limited | $200K-$400K | | Extended-Stay | 100-200 | Kitchen/pantry | None | $70K-$110K | | Resort | 200-1000+ | Multiple concepts | Full + outdoor | $300K-$600K | | Conference Center | 150-400 | Group dining | Primary focus | $200K-$350K | | Casino Hotel | 500-3000+ | Extensive | Large ballroom | $400K-$1M+ | **Detailed guidance:** [references/select-service-hotels.md](references/select-service-hotels.md) | [references/full-service-hotels.md](references/full-service-hotels.md) | [references/luxury-hotels.md](references/luxury-hotels.md) | [references/boutique-hotels.md](references/boutique-hotels.md) | [references/extended-stay.md](references/extended-stay.md) | [references/resorts.md](references/resorts.md) | [references/conference-centers.md](references/conference-centers.md) | [references/casino-hotels.md](references/casino-hotels.md) --- ## Brand Standards & Franchise | Topic | Key Consideration | Reference | |-------|------------------|-----------| | Brand Standards | Design review stages, prototype compliance | [references/brand-standards-franchise.md](references/brand-standards-franchise.md) | | PIP Renovations | Property Improvement Plan scope and negotiation | [references/pip-renovations.md](references/pip-renovations.md) | | Independent vs. Branded | Franchise fees, flexibility, distribution | [references/independent-vs-branded.md](references/independent-vs-branded.md) | --- ## Guest Room Design | Component | Key Standards | Reference | |-----------|--------------|-----------| | Room Types | King, DD, suites, ADA configurations | [references/guest-room-types.md](references/guest-room-types.md) | | Room Configurations | Layout by tier, dimensions, amenities | [references/guest-room-configurations.md](references/guest-room-configurations.md) | | Bathroom Design | Vanity, shower/tub, finishes by tier | [references/guest-bathroom-design.md](references/guest-bathroom-design.md) | | Casework & FF&E | Furniture, fixtures, procurement | [references/casework-ffe-coordination.md](references/casework-ffe-coordination.md) | | In-Room Technology | HVAC controls, TV, WiFi, mobile key | [references/in-room-technology.md](references/in-room-technology.md) | ### Guest Room Size Standards by Tier | Tier | Standard King | Standard DD | Junior Suite | One-BR Suite | |------|--------------|-------------|--------------|--------------| | Economy | 250-280 SF | 260-300 SF | N/A | N/A | | Midscale | 280-320 SF | 300-340 SF | 350-400 SF | N/A | | Upper Midscale | 300-350 SF | 320-380 SF | 400-450 SF | 500-600 SF | | Upscale | 350-400 SF | 380-420 SF | 450-550 SF | 600-750 SF | | Upper Upscale | 380-450 SF | 400-480 SF | 500-650 SF | 700-900 SF | | Luxury | 450-600+ SF | 500-650+ SF | 650-900 SF | 900-1400+ SF | --- ## Public Areas & Arrival | Space | Key Considerations | Reference | |-------|-------------------|-----------| | Lobby & Arrival | First impression, zones, accessibility | [references/lobby-arrival.md](references/lobby-arrival.md) | | Front Desk & Back Office | Configurations, PMS, cash handling | [references/front-desk-back-office.md](references/front-desk-back-office.md) | | Corridors & Elevator Lobbies | Width, finishes, sound, code | [references/corridors-elevator-lobbies.md](references/corridors-elevator-lobbies.md) | | Wayfinding & Signage | Brand standards, ADA, digital | [references/wayfinding-signage.md](references/wayfinding-signage.md) | --- ## Food & Beverage | Facility | Key Requirements | Reference | |----------|-----------------|-----------| | Restaurant Design | Layout, seating, kitchen adjacency | [references/restaurant-design.md](references/restaurant-design.md) | | Bar & Lounge | Front/back bar, equipment, seating | [references/bar-lounge-design.md](references/bar-lounge-design.md) | | Commercial Kitchen | Hood systems, equipment, health code | [references/commercial-kitchen.md](references/commercial-kitchen.md) | | Banquet Kitchen | Hot/cold holding, plating, storage | [references/banquet-catering-kitchen.md](references/banquet-catering-kitchen.md) | | Room Service | Delivery, staging, equipment | [references/room-service-operations.md](references/room-service-operations.md) | | Breakfast & Buffet | Buffet layout, grab-and-go, equipment | [references/breakfast-buffet.md](references/breakfast-buffet.md) | ### Kitchen Sizing Guidelines | Property Type | Covers/Meal Period | Kitchen SF | Kitchen:Dining Ratio | |--------------|-------------------|------------|---------------------| | Select-Service | 50-100 | 800-1,200 | 0.3:1 | | Full-Service | 150-300 | 2,500-4,500 | 0.4:1 | | Luxury | 200-400 | 4,000-8,000 | 0.5:1 | | Resort (multiple outlets) | 500-1,500 | 8,000-20,000 | 0.4:1 | --- ## Meeting & Event Spaces | Space | Key Standards | Reference | |-------|--------------|-----------| | Ballroom & Meeting Rooms | Sizing, ceiling height, divisibility | [references/ballroom-meeting-rooms.md](references/ballroom-meeting-rooms.md) | | Pre-Function & Foyer | Registration, catering, flow | [references/prefunction-foyer.md](references/prefunction-foyer.md) | | AV & Technology | Projection, audio, hybrid meetings | [references/meeting-av-technology.md](references/meeting-av-technology.md) | | Breakout & Boardrooms | Sizing, configurations, technology | [references/breakout-boardrooms.md](references/breakout-boardrooms.md) | ### Meeting Room Capacity Matrix (SF per person) | Setup | SF/Person | 1,000 SF Room | 2,500 SF Room | 5,000 SF Room | |-------|-----------|---------------|---------------|---------------| | Theater | 8-10 | 100-125 | 250-310 | 500-625 | | Classroom | 15-18 | 55-65 | 140-165 | 280-330 | | Banquet (rounds) | 12-14 | 70-85 | 180-210 | 360-420 | | U-Shape | 25-30 | 35-40 | 85-100 | 165-200 | | Conference | 20-25 | 40-50 | 100-125 | 200-250 | | Reception | 6-8 | 125-165 | 310-415 | 625-830 | --- ## Amenities & Recreation | Facility | Key Requirements | Reference | |----------|-----------------|-----------| | Pool & Spa | Indoor/outdoor, health code, ADA | [references/pool-spa-facilities.md](references/pool-spa-facilities.md) | | Fitness Center | Equipment, sizing, access | [references/fitness-center.md](references/fitness-center.md) | | Resort Recreation | Golf, tennis, water sports | [references/resort-recreation.md](references/resort-recreation.md) | | Retail & Gift Shop | Sizing, merchandise, POS | [references/retail-gift-shops.md](references/retail-gift-shops.md) | --- ## Back-of-House Operations | Function | Key Considerations | Reference | |----------|-------------------|-----------| | Housekeeping & Linen | Par stock, distribution, storage | [references/housekeeping-linen.md](references/housekeeping-linen.md) | | Laundry Facilities | OPL sizing, equipment, workflow | [references/laundry-facilities.md](references/laundry-facilities.md) | | Employee Facilities | Lockers, cafeteria, training | [references/employee-facilities.md](references/employee-facilities.md) | | Receiving & Storage | Loading dock, inventory, security | [references/receiving-storage-loading.md](references/receiving-storage-loading.md) | | MEP & Engineering | Mechanical rooms, maintenance | [references/mep-engineering-spaces.md](references/mep-engineering-spaces.md) | ### Back-of-House Sizing Ratios | Hotel Type | BOH % of Gross | Employee Ratio | Linen Par Stock | |------------|---------------|----------------|-----------------| | Select-Service | 15-20% | 0.3-0.4 FTE/room | 2.5 par | | Full-Service | 25-30% | 0.6-0.8 FTE/room | 3.0 par | | Luxury | 30-40% | 1.0-1.5 FTE/room | 4.0 par | | Resort | 35-45% | 1.2-2.0 FTE/room | 4.0 par | --- ## Building Systems | System | Hotel-Specific Considerations | Reference | |--------|------------------------------|-----------| | Guest Room HVAC | PTAC, fan coil, VRF options | [references/guest-room-hvac.md](references/guest-room-hvac.md) | | Keycard & Access Control | RFID, mobile key, PMS integration | [references/keycard-access-control.md](references/keycard-access-control.md) | | PMS Integration | Property management, interfaces | [references/pms-integration.md](references/pms-integration.md) |