Hotel design, done just right.

We’re a hospitality design studio with world-class expertise, meticulous attention to detail and a personalized approach to every project, where every client feels like a VIP.

Hyatt Place Hoffman Estates, IL
Hotel public area
Hyatt Place Hoffman Estates, IL
Hotel bar and restaurant interior
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From concept to completion.

We take your projects from initial concept all the way to completion with interior designs that captivate guests, satisfy brand standards and realize the full potential of your hotel.

By managing every step of the design project, we ensures quality and efficiency. This results in a smooth process that saves time, reduces stress, and delivers interiors that get everything just right.

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Turnkey services

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  • We translate your vision into mood boards and design concepts that set the tone for a captivating guest experience.

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  • We craft functional, brand-aligned layouts with curated finishes and details that bring your project to life.

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  • We manage all FF&E sourcing and vendor coordination to deliver quality pieces on time and within budget.

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  • We oversee scheduling, deliveries, and problem-solving to keep your project moving seamlessly.

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  • We ensure flawless final installation and handover so your hotel is guest-ready from day one.

Formula for successful projects.

Our detailed-oriented 360° approach aligns owners’ visions, budgets and brand requirements with designs that inspire guests and strengthen brand identity. Leveraging our strong relationships with vendors, we ensure seamless execution and spaces that delight every stakeholder.

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Comprehensive
360° approach

  • We partner closely with hotel owners to deliver stunning interiors that align with vision, budget, and brand standards.

  • We design inspiring, comfortable spaces that enhance the guest experience and reflect the hotel’s identity.

  • We navigate brand requirements seamlessly, ensuring compliance while elevating design impact.

  • We leverage trusted vendor relationships to secure the right products and ensure smooth, on-time execution.

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Your hotel design is in good hands.

We’re trusted by owners of boutique and leading brand hotels all across the country to bring their visions to life. New builds, conversions, renovations and everything in between - no project is too big or too small.

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We do:

Select-service
Full-service
Boutique
Restaurants

New build
Renovation
Conversion
Dual brand

We’re proud members of these organizations:

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Explore our latest work.

Discover how Ela Hospitality Design transforms hotels into unforgettable destinations. From boutique properties to major brand projects, our portfolio showcases inspired interiors that captivate guests, satisfy brand standards, and deliver lasting value for owners.

Interior of a modern hotel suite with a kitchen, living area, and bedroom in the background. The room features wood accents, a gray sofa, a desk with a beige swivel chair, and a large wall art of a cityscape.
A modern bar with a wooden counter and black chairs, alcohol bottles on shelves behind the bar, and decorative geometric wooden panels on the wall, with subdued lighting.
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Modern hotel lobby with seating areas, decorative dividers, a television, and contemporary lighting.
Modern living room with a large window displaying a city skyline at dusk, gray sofa, armchairs, side tables with lamps, plants, and decorative pillows.
Modern hotel room with two beds, pendant lighting, and a cityscape mural of New York City skyline at sunset.
Modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, armchair, framed cityscape photograph, small coffee table, desk with mirror, lamp, window with yellow curtains, and wooden flooring.
Top-down view of a modern apartment layout with a living area, two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a small kitchen area.
Interior of a modern bar and lounge area with seating, tables, a bar counter, wall-mounted TV, and decorative lighting.
Modern living room with large window view of New York City, featuring a beige sofa, gray armchairs, coffee tables, lamps, and wall decor.
Hotel room with two queen beds, a large cityscape mural, a desk with a chair, and a flat-screen TV.
Buffet or breakfast station with food options, coffee, pastries, and cereal in a well-lit, modern kitchen-style setting.
Top-down view of a modern studio apartment with a combined living and sleeping area, kitchen, bathroom, and small dining space.
Luxurious city view living room with modern furniture and a large window displaying a city skyline at sunset.
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The little studio with a big heart.

After designing for some of the biggest names in hospitality, our founder - Erica Bernal - saw the same issues repeated over and over: missed details, slow communication and clients feeling like just another project number. She knew there had to be a better way to do hotel design.

That’s why she founded Ela Hospitality Design. A small but mighty studio where every project gets full attention, every detail matters and every client feels like a VIP. We offer the expertise of a large design firm with the warmth, honesty and accessibility of a dedicated professional partner.

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Erica

Founder & Principal Interior Designer

Transforming hotels into unforgettable experiences through design.

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Alvin

Chief Financial Officer

Balancing creativity with bottom lines - great design deserves great strategy.

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Marissa

Project Coordinator

Turning the design vision into reality, one detail at a time.

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Lexi

Security & Therapist

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What our clients are saying:

“We have worked with Erica and her team for many years, top notch! Talented, knowledgeable and professional are the words that first come to mind. Wishing her success and look forward to partnering on exciting new projects and satisfying clients.”

Julie Chesnut
Eaton Custom Seating & Culp Hospitality/Read Window

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Get in touch to set your project up for success.

Call today for a free quote. Let’s bring your next project to life - beautifully, seamlessly and completely stress-free.

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Upcoming
events

Latino Hotel Association
Annual conference
September 30 - October 1, 2025
Dallas, TX

MSI
Customer Appreciation Event
October 9, 2025
Elk Grove Village, IL

BITAC
Purchasing and Design 2025
October 26 - 29, 2025
San Juan, PR

Past
events

HD Expo
May 6 - 8, 2025,
Las Vegas, NV

NEWH
Aug 20th 2025
Chicago, IL