With all of the changes going on in the hospitality industry, staying on top of all of the hotel trends can be a formidable task. Good thing we can rely on trend trackers to keep us on the loop. Have you guys heard of what is called Mood Lighting? Digital art is making its way into guest rooms and public spaces, and lighting can be customized easily to provide an actively changing point of interest during an event. Displays can be swapped out seasonally, or altered to match the mood, theme or time of day. When They Say Relax, They Mean It. Hotels are shedding their formal layers and opting for more casual wear. Some Experts predict that itÃÔ only a matter of time before hosts and concierges ditch full-fledged uniforms and adopt a casual corporate dress code, such as jeans, branded shirts or blazers, coupled with relaxed, friendly service. Credit App. The smart phone will soon become the centre of all hotel operations. Guests will be able to check in and out, call for room service and enter their guest rooms with the swipe of a phone. More Trends will soon emerge as technology develops....and I think itÃÍl sure change the way we see hotels.