Coming to a Hotel Near You?
Chris Clarke — November 24, 2007 — Art & Design
References: secretwalltattoos & hotelchatter
Most hotel guestroom wall treatments are fastened to the wall by an intricate little mechanism that makes it really difficult to remove. Naturally the intent is to ensure that pictures and other expensive design elements stay behind when the guest checks out.
Guestroom pictures may be tough to remove, but certainly not impossible with the right tool. Some mischievous hotel guests, as the video below reveals, are not interested in stealing pictures at all. These enterprising rogue artists simply want to remove them for a little while, then replace them again. Right after leaving a little-known secret souvenir behind.
Mainstream Art? Not quite. At least not yet.
Perhaps the next time you are in a hotel room you should wiggle the pictures a little and see what comes loose. You might just discover a secret wall tattoo!
Guestroom pictures may be tough to remove, but certainly not impossible with the right tool. Some mischievous hotel guests, as the video below reveals, are not interested in stealing pictures at all. These enterprising rogue artists simply want to remove them for a little while, then replace them again. Right after leaving a little-known secret souvenir behind.
Mainstream Art? Not quite. At least not yet.
Perhaps the next time you are in a hotel room you should wiggle the pictures a little and see what comes loose. You might just discover a secret wall tattoo!
Trend Themes
1. Interactive Wall Art - Creating hidden or removable wall art installations in hotels and other spaces that allow guests to interact and engage with the artwork.
2. Temporary Customization - Offering guests the option to temporarily customize their hotel room by easily removing and replacing artwork or wall decorations.
3. Secret Souvenirs - Introducing hidden or unexpected elements in hotel rooms that guests can discover and take as unique souvenirs.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - Hotels can embrace the trend of interactive wall art as a way to enhance guest experience and differentiate themselves from competitors.
2. Art and Design - Artists and designers can explore the concept of temporary customization and create wall art installations that can be easily removed and replaced.
3. Travel and Tourism - The concept of secret souvenirs can be applied in various travel accommodations, including hotels, resorts, and vacation rentals, adding an element of surprise and intrigue for guests.
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