John Funk, Nicole Young and David Esely also received promotions, which coincide with the firm's 60th anniversary.

Paul Priestman directs the innovative and space-saving design at Priestmangoode, which most recently designed cost-effective guestrooms for Accor's ETAP and Motel 6 brands. The new prototypes are rolling out across the global portfolios of each brand.

Jonathan Douglas focuses on large-scale leisure entertainment and hospitality projects throughout the U.S. and internationally. His design approach centers on making connections that inspire guests to engage with the property physically, emotionally and intellectually.

Thomas J. Czech was promoted to VP, managing principal of Leo A Daly's Las Vegas office. Czech previously served as the office's VP, director of operations.

The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat has named John Portman, founder and chairman of John Portman & Associates, the 2009 Lynn S. Beedle Award Winner. The award was presented on Oct. 22, 2009 at a special awards dinner hosted as part of the CTBUH's annual conference held this year in Chicago.

Eddie Abeyta's passion for architecture has driven HKS' initiative to be a design leader in the architectural industry. He has managed the design efforts for a number of award-winning, large-scale projects and is currently designing more than $3 billion in projects across the country.

A lot of money does not equal good taste or good design.

Inside the everyday life of Dianna Wong, Principal, Dianna Wong Architecture and Interior Design.

Peter Schubert has worked on a number of global design and architecture projects, including the J.W. Marriott in the Sogutozu district of Ankara, Turkey, currently under construction. How Peter weaves his projects into the fabric of each city defines his work.

HOTEC Design 2009 delivered numerous one-on-one pre-scheduled meetings between our industry’s heavy hitters—the key buyers and designers, and some very impressive suppliers.