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November 17, 2025

Case Study: Grand Victoria Casino

It was the early 1990s. Forty miles west of Chicago, Elgin sat on the Fox River and needed a catalyst. When Illinois introduced riverboat gaming…

Architectural rendering of a luxury hospitality building at night with the title “Building Design + Construction 2025 Giants 120,” representing Steelman Partners’ recognition among top architecture firms.

November 4, 2025

Beyond Accommodation: Why the Future of Hospitality is Written in Experience

The most successful hotels of the next decade won’t sell rooms. They’ll sell narratives. The most profitable resorts won’t be measured in square …

October 2, 2025

Graceland Hotel

In the heart of Mpumalanga’s coal country lies an unexpected oasis of entertainment: the Graceland Hotel, Casino & Country Club. For this project…

September 30, 2025

Caesars Southern Indiana

The story of Caesars Southern Indiana is a microcosm of modern American gaming. It began in the 1990s when Indiana law required casinos to be….

Beau Rivage Resort & Casino exterior architecture in Biloxi designed by Steelman Partners

September 26, 2025

Beau Rivage: Resilient Architecture & Landmark Casino Design by Steelman Partners

When developer Steve Wynn envisioned a resort in Biloxi, his goal was to create the “Bellagio of the Gulf Coast.” The project’s name, Beau Rivage…

September 23, 2025

Caesars Gauteng

Few entertainment venues in the world stand on more historically significant ground than Emperors Palace in Johannesburg. The resort, which opened…

Black Hawk Casino exterior at night with mountain lodge-inspired architecture by Steelman Partners

September 19, 2025

Architectural Alchemy in Black Hawk

Black Hawk, Colorado’s story begins long before the first new stone was laid on this project. It begins in the 1859 Pikes Peak Gold Rush, when the…

Bar lounge rendering at Caesars Republic Sonoma County with backlit bottle wall and sports screens.

September 18, 2025

Sneak Peek: Wine Country Resort Revamp in Sonoma County

First look at the integrated resort design for Caesars Republic Sonoma County—where the valley sets the pace and evenings are to be enjoyed…

September 8, 2025

Casino Design & Gaming Trends | G2E Las Vegas 2025

The Global Gaming Expo (G2E) is the premier annual gathering of the casino and gaming industry – a place where the future of gaming is literally on…

Interior Design Hospitality Giants 2025 ranking graphic with luxury lounge background.

September 3, 2025

Las Vegas’s #1 Hospitality Interior Design Company — Ranked #11 on Interior Design’s 2025 Global Giants

Boutique attention, big‑firm capabilities. Hotel, restaurant, resort, and gaming design—delivered globally…

Exterior rendering of WWF Hotel with large illuminated facade design

May 28, 2025

The WWF Themed Hotel & Casino That Never Was: Ambition, Design, and Legacy

In the late 1990s, the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) was at the peak of its popularity. The WWF’s “Attitude Era” saw sky-high TV ratings..

May 6, 2025

HD Expo 2025 in Las Vegas

The annual Hospitality Design Expo is an event that connects suppliers with designers. Over 600 companies showcase their latest innovations and…

November 7, 2024

The legend of Sands Macau: Blueprint to Landmark in 600 Days

In just 600 days, Sands Macau not only transformed from a blueprint to an iconic landmark, but also achieved an unprecedented financial feat by…

July 18, 2024

The Mirage: A Revolutionary Vision That Transformed Las Vegas

As the sun sets on The Mirage Hotel & Casino, let’s take a moment to appreciate its precedent-setting impact on the Las Vegas Strip and the legendary

April 1, 2024

The Avenir – Manhattan, NYC

New York City’s skyline is no stranger to transformation. Yet, every so often, a project comes along that not only promises to add to the city’s…

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