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Mark Pratt of LEO A DALY featured in Hotel Business panel about 2025 trends

“Designers must continue to evolve using inspiration from fashion and product design to help the creative mind evolve from business as usual. I think pulling hyper-local arts and culture are more important now than ever. Authenticity is expected and the idea of a contrived composition no longer validates a sense of place. We strive to create something original and timeless in all we do that ultimately gives our owners a better ROI and NOI. We always think of their money like it’s our money. I also think sustainability and innovation with respect to the same is top of mind for most travelers. People want to protect Mother Earth and our value on projects and ownership that share these values.”

LEO A DALY’s Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas design featured in Sleeper magazine

“Renovations have touched every corner of the property, with new villas designed to weave together the textures, colours and materials of the Texas landscape. Design elements inspired by indigenous Texas flora and fauna include cool, crisp blues that reflect the opulence of Texas Topaz and the bountiful surrounding lakes, and porcelain tile that nods to the earthy tones of sage and cactus. Touches of leather in warm brown and amber tones evoke the nostalgia of the property’s past as a ranch, with stitching details reminiscent of saddle craftsmanship.”

Larry Crane to lead LEO A DALY healthcare in Minneapolis

Crane brings more than 25 years of healthcare specialization throughout the Midwest, including more than 13 years of owning his own firm in South Dakota. Crane’s passion for design that delivers exemplary client service is part of his core values.

Luxury interior designer Joan Sizemore to lead LEO A DALY Dallas studio hospitality practice

Internationally accomplished designer Joan Sizemore has rejoined LEO A DALY to lead the firm’s hospitality work in its Dallas studio. She will be a senior associate, hospitality market sector leader and director of design for hospitality interiors.

Sizemore has extensive experience with major hospitality projects around the world at hotels including the Grand Hyatt Dubai, Grand Hyatt Macau, Mohegan Sun Hotel and Casino, and Atlantis Bahamas Cove and Reef. Sizemore specializes in creating luxury experiences for the high-end traveler. She earned a master’s of fine arts in interior design from the Savannah College of Arts and Design and a bachelor’s degree in art history from Arizona State University. Sizemore is a community and industry leader, including serving as a student mentor through NEWH and a basketball coach with the Special Olympics.

“From the time a guest’s feet touch the property line all the way to their guest room, I love creating designs that transport people to a new world,” Sizemore said. “LEO A DALY offers an opportunity to work with some of the best luxury hotels locally and globally.”

As the Dallas hospitality market sector leader and director of design for hospitality interiors, Sizemore will lead an accomplished team that specializes in elevating high-end hotels. Most recently the firm led the redesign of the InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk and the Ritz-Carlton Las Colinas.

“Joan’s talent for luxury design will complement and expand our stellar team,” said Mark Pratt, global hospitality leader. “Our clients will be thrilled with her focus on guest experience and ability to spark delight through design.”

“We welcome Joan to join our Texas team,” said Josh Roehm, Dallas studio managing principal. “She’ll lead our hospitality team to new heights.”

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