Architecture & Design

32 | Architecture & Design Our final goal is always to be the best and provide the highest level of service for each project using our resources, and our experience in purchasing, value engineering, operations, and logistics. WHAT ARE THE TOP THREE TIPS FOR MANAGING A HOSPITALITY PROJECT? Our key number one rule is to always make sure that we understand what the customer wants, and that all the important decisions are taken early. The longer it takes to decide, the longer the deadline can get extended, and the harder it is to stick to our other commitments. Following on from that, never take on too many projects at the same time. Each one will require dedicated resources and attention, and you cannot split your attention so many times with success. Finally, make sure that you select partners with similar values. It will make coordination easier overall. WHAT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF AS THE HEAD OF THIS DIVISION? I love it when my team takes over a project completely – It gives me pride that the customer trusts them so completely. Although I usually give our clients my number and ask them to call if they need my involvement and push, rarely do I receive such phone calls meaning that the team assigned to the project is giving the customer the service they deserve. WHAT ARE VIVENDO HOSPITALITY'S FUTURE GOALS? To continue to strengthen our ability to provide beautiful functional and comfortable hotel accommodations. To improve our capacity to take on larger projects especially focusing on the rooms. We want to show customers and architects the value that having us on board gives, and to show our clients that we can provide the right balance of knowledge and skills between the architect and the producer. We want to continue building further trust and collaboration as we grow and nurture our supplier relationships. AX Seashells Resort at Suncrest, Qawra – Designed by Penny Apap Brown Cavalieri Art Hotel, St Julian's – Designed by DAAA Haus

• Cover