What is it about sitting by the waves that makes so many people happy? And what does it take to recreate that feeling at a hotel that's nowhere near the ocean? We've spent hours talking about the design of hotels and the world of hospitality. But in this episode, we go on a deep dive into the design of SoundWaves, a one-of-a-kind water attraction that's built into the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tennessee.To see SoundWaves for yourself and book a resort package at the Gaylord Opryland, check out soundwavesgo.com.Read more about SoundWaves and the hidden world of hotel design at traveler.marriot.com/behind-the-design.

Marriott Bonvoy Traveler: Behind The Design

Taking the Plunge into Aquatic Design at Gaylord Opryland's SoundWaves

Where does good taste come from? In this intimate conversation with Seija Ojanpera — the owner and designer of Chattanooga's Dwell Hotel — we learn just how much personal passion and the things that made us happy as children can create an instinct for design that stands up to any kind of credentials or pedigree.To see all 16 of Seija's room designs and book a room at the Dwell Hotel, check out the The Dwell Hotel web site. Read more about the Dwell Hotel and the hidden world of hotel design at traveler.marriot.com/behind-the-design.And to explore the world's greatest destinations and get inspired for your next trip, visit us at traveler.marriott.com.

A Childhood Dream Comes to Life at The Dwell Hotel

At first glance, New York's Gramercy Park Hotel seems like a typical luxury hotel. But a closer look reveals a rock-and-roll past — and a newfound devotion to make art a tangible part of every stay at this historic haunt for creative minds.To see the Gramercy Park hotel's art collection and book a room, check out gramercyparkhotel.com.Read more about Gramercy Park Hotel and explore the hidden world of hotel design at traveler.marriott.com/behind-the-design.And to explore the world's greatest destinations and get inspired for your next trip, visit us at traveler.marriott.com.

Contemporary Art Meets a Rock-and-Roll Past at Gramercy Park Hotel

W Hotels recently launched its very own record label, W Records. At the W Music International Summit in Austin, Texas, Marriott Bonvoy Traveler sat down with some of the top innovators in the music industry who led the launch of W Records. Learn how they ensured brand consistency, navigated the changing music industry landscape, and got some of the top emerging artists to come on board.

Launching W Records

Join Marriott TRAVELER as we explore the world of Destiny 2, a video game in which players assume the role of a Guardian and are tasked with reviving a character called (appropriately) The Traveler while journeying to different planets along the way. Learn how the designers grounded the sci-fi settings in reality and how travel inspired the final look of the game.

Sci-Fi Meets Reality in Destiny 2

Video game designers are creating landscapes so realistic, it's almost like traveling there yourself. Marriott TRAVELER sat down with the designers of Assassin's Creed: Odyssey, which is set in ancient Greece, to find out what it took to create these landscapes and why recreating Greece was so important to them for this amazing game.

Visiting Ancient Greece in Assassin's Creed: Odyssey

Marriott TRAVELER visited the opening of Toy Story Land in Orlando and spoke with creative designers from PIXAR and Walt Disney. They discuss the process behind translating the beloved Toy Story films into a real-life interactive outdoor park, giving guests the opportunity to step into the stories and immerse themselves in a world of fun.

To Infinity and Beyond: Bringing Toy Story to Life

This episode of Behind the Design features a very special conversation with Hannah Beachler, who designed the fictional nation of Wakanda for Marvel Studios' blockbuster "Black Panther". Learn how Hannah's travels to South Africa influenced the way she envisioned Wakanda and how she brought those designs to life on the big screen.

Designing Wakanda: An Exclusive Look Behind the Design of "Black Panther"

A cozy, plush carpet can truly evoke the feeling of a home away from home. Marriott TRAVELER meets with carpet design aficionados to learn how they glean inspiration from the humblest of sources.

Carpet Design Matters

Danish style is influencing design around the world, from restaurants and cuisine to furniture and interiors. Marriott TRAVELER explores the process of bringing comfort and ease into commercial design.

Exploring Danish Design

Join Marriott TRAVELER as we continue the conversation with the designers of Lido House from Autograph Collection at Marriott. In this episode, we talk about the art that occupies Lido House. Lido House's Design Team shares some tips and tricks of interior art and design for those of us looking for big ideas on a budget.

Designing Autograph Collection's Lido House - Part 5

Designing Autograph Collection's Lido House - Part 4

Join Marriott TRAVELER as we continue the conversation with the designers of Lido House from Autograph Collection at Marriott. In this episode we talk about furniture and the great lengths the Lido House Design Team has gone to combine function and style to create a tailored environment for each guest.

Designing Autograph Collection's Lido House - Part 3

Join Marriott TRAVELER as we continue the conversation with the designers of Lido House from Autograph Collection at Marriott. In this episode we learn their stories and how their professional histories influenced each phase of the Lido House Design.

Designing Autograph Collection's Lido House - Part 2

Lido House is Newport Beach’s favorite guesthouse for locals and visitors. The hotel’s architecture celebrates Newport Beach’s Cape Cod aesthetic with elegant twists on a variety of nautical themes. Sitting on the site of former City Hall, Lido House is the old-new centerpiece of Newport Beach. Join Marriott TRAVELER as we follow the ins and outs of this iconic hotel from the team behind the design.

Designing Autograph Collection's Lido House - Part 1

Welcome to Marriott Bonvoy Traveler's Behind the Design podcast series where we reveal the creative decisions involved in creating some of Marriott’s best hotels. Join Marriott hosts as they interview the hotel industry’s top designers and explore the trends and innovations that go into making hotels look the way they do.