Hotel Casegood Trends & Insights: Kimball
There is no larger purchase a buyer will make during most hotel FF&E projects than the casegoods package. Therefore, a hotelier who invests time learning more about casegoods is likely to make an informed decision that pays dividends for years to come.
To help shed more light on hotel casegoods, including the latest trends and product features, we have captured the perspective of one of Innvision’s top vendor partners. There is no bigger producer of hospitality casegoods than Kimball Hospitality, who has grown since 1985 to be the largest North American supplier of hospitality furniture for custom projects and brand-specified programs.
Manufacturing Location
Before selecting a provider, a hotelier must know where casegood suppliers manufacture their products. In Kimball’s case, they operate with an import-centric supply chain, utilizing main production facilities in Vietnam, south China, and central Mexico. Additional capabilities in Indiana and Kentucky cater to specific needs and raw material origins. This diversity ensures that each facility is optimized for different product types, incorporating various materials such as power supplies, lighting, hinges, drawer slides, and adjustable levelers, crucial for modern casegoods production.
Market Segment
Before selecting a manufacturer, a hotelier should know which market segments a casegoods provider is best equipped to serve and whether they align well with the property’s needs. In Kimball’s case, they provide casegoods across hotel market segments from upper-midscale to luxury. With five specialized production facilities tailored to different product types, Kimball maintains competitive pricing and exceptional standards, whether crafting Hampton Inn essentials or bespoke Grand Hyatt or boutique hotel designs. Each Kimball manufacturing facility is strategically equipped, from repetitive unit production to intricate material options such as veneers and exotic stones.
The Latest Trends in Hospitality Casegoods
Recent trends highlight the increased use of metal accents and larger wall panels in custom specifications. Kimball has adapted by enhancing flexibility in their units, accommodating extended TV panels and floor-to-ceiling headboard configurations. New techniques, such as scribe rails and trimmable components, address site-specific challenges, ensuring Kimball casegoods meet evolving design demands without compromise.
Product Highlights
Kimball’s top highlight would be the casegoods showcased at their booth during May’s HD Expo. Collaborating closely with an interior designer, Kimball crafted a group of thematic custom pieces. Appropriate materials required to showcase the vision included resins to mimic solid wood, marble, granite, custom-designed quartz, various species of wood veneers, plated metals, and even molded glass bases. Looking ahead, the Kimball team is enthusiastic about new brand programs that align with emerging market demands and supporting brands in reshaping their identity through purposeful, high-quality casegoods for owner spaces.
2024 Challenges and Opportunities
One challenge Kimball noted today is meeting the rigorous standards of minimalist and residential designs when specified in commercial hospitality.
Kimball sees an opportunity to standardize product sizes and streamline development processes that will increase efficiency from manufacturing to installation, improve cost-effectiveness, and support seamless project execution and customer satisfaction.
The more you know, the more confident you can be when selecting a casegoods provider for your next hotel project. Innvision has worked closely with Kimball, a trusted casegoods supplier, on many successful hotel projects over the years. Our collaboration has resulted in a powerful and supportive partnership, and we are proud to spotlight Kimball and their products.
Contact us to learn how Innvision and our supplier partners such Kimball Hospitality can make your next hotel project a success.