Bi-monthly insights and news on the hospitality industry's built environment | OCTOBER 2026

INSIGHT

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The hotel pipeline hidden in plain sight

On college campuses, new hotels are actually getting built

U.S. hotel construction has been slowing for more than a year, and plenty of good projects never get past the planning stage. College campuses are a different story. A new hotel opened in Boulder last year, and another opens at Ball State this winter. In this month’s Insights, hospitality expert Mark Knott and P3 expert Jeff Turner explain why universities have become one of the most reliable places to build a new hotel, and how to get involved while the market is still young. Click below to read the full article.

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Mo Saleem

Keeping high-design renovations on budget

How to catch extra costs before they become expensive surprises

A hotel renovation’s biggest budget surprises aren’t always in the custom finishes. Sometimes they’re hiding behind the walls. Our very own Mo Saleem explains how cost discipline helps owners spot trouble early and keep ambitious designs within budget. Click below to read his full interview.

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INDUSTRY CONFERENCES AND EVENTS

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Where to find us this winter

Two conferences, two cities, one coffee on us

Mark Knott and our hospitality team are hitting the road. Catch us in New York during BDNY (Nov. 8-9, 2026) and in Los Angeles at ALIS (Jan. 25-27, 2027). Heading to either one? Let's grab a coffee.

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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: PODCAST FEATURING HYATT LEADERS

Hyatt's next decade of growth

In case you missed it, listen now to B&D’s podcast, Built for Impact, to hear how Hyatt is approaching its next decade of growth. The company's Jason Ballard and Katie Popp discuss overlooked markets, the promise of hotel conversions and where cutting costs can backfire.

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