On the Strip or off, there are dozens of new, notable, and paradigm-shifting spaces embodying the concept of immersive design. For his firm’s part, “We deliver a layered approach to the hospitality experience, both on a micro level within the and a macro level through Vegas’ expansion outside the Strip.”
The city’s offerings run the gamut from opulent casino and convention spaces to suburban boutique hotels and new, future-forward projects, which begs the question: How is Las Vegas design defined today? “I love that we’re seeing a celebration of the local community, which is essential to the success of the city as an ecosystem,” Munge says. “Vegas is a highly competitive market and it’s undeniable that everyone-from operators to designers and entertainers-has had to up their game to stay relevant and deliver the highest quality of experience,” says Alessandro Munge, founder and design director of Toronto-based Studio Munge, which has completed numerous high-profile projects in Sin City.
Now, those who have shaped its past and sculpt its future say change is ahead. Throughout its many eras, Las Vegas design has edged from extreme to high style, from kitsch to luxury.