myworld interview spot - The Holloways

The Holloways are a four-piece indie-rock band from North London. Known for their hip album ‘No Smoke, No Mirrors’, they are now featuring songs from the forthcoming album alongside the classic Holloways favourites. To know more visit http://the-holloways.co.uk/

myworld: What are you up to today?

TH: We are working in the studio on new tracks for our next album. Were really excited, our two new band members Drew Wale and Jonny Davies led that extra force we now looking for.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

TH: Yes- that each of us, has a charity we like, so our new year plan is to source 5 spaces in various cities throughout the UK where we can do a respective charity gig

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

TH: A cool space with big bed, a superb sound system and well stacked mini bar for after show festivities. And of course top notch tea & coffee making facilities, for the morning after.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

TH: For us its impossible to separate all 5 senses, each one contributes to the other and collectively they make for better awareness in what and how we live and perform as the The Holloways. I'd say our gigs cater for every sense...

myworld interview spot - Nick Clarke

Nick Clarke is a writer, editor and all-round party boy; he works at high-end city guide publisher Hg2, and writes for titles such as The Independent, LivingETC, 25 Beautiful Homes, Wallpaper* and 7th Man. He is also editor of the AskMen.com London newsletter and founder of Gunpowder, a blog dedicated to all things stylish in the world. http://www.hg2.com/; http://www.gunpowder-magazine.com/ 

myworld: What are you up to today?

NC: Today I am at Hg2 HQ busily editing, writing and Tweeting. It’s what I do best. We’ve got so many projects on the go at the moment – including a new Website, new iPhone apps and God knows how many new guides – that there’s never a dull moment.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

NC: Hg2 only works on hip things! At the moment we’re hugely excited about the launch of Hg2 Art tomorrow – which is a coffee table-style book containing 90+ essays from artists, curators, collectors and critics. We’re also anticipating the launch of our third edition to London, which contains pretty much every place that matters in London. Fleur Britten, its author and writer at Sunday Times Style, is one of London’s ultimate insiders, and really gets the scoop on what’s hip and happening in our beloved capital. Other than that, the all-new Hg2.com and iPhone apps are priorities.

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

NC: I would say crisp, white, fine thread-count sheets; an iPod docking station; and high-end, stealable toiletries.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

NC: Definitely touch. A bed can be great to look at, but if it feels like lying on a bed of nails when you get in then there’s not much point.

myworld interview spot - Zoe Griffin

Every night, she gets into the coolest party or parties in London and posts stories on her blog immediately, thus outscooping newspapers and making sure her addictive blog gets thousands of hits. We spot the Party Princess today... check it out!

myworld: What are you up to today?

ZG: Today I am writing the first ever entries on my new party whiteboard. In a bid to get organised, I'm writing my diary up big so I don't forget anything!
On my chart of activities for the coming week is the Asahi Cocktail Masters competition, Papillion Design's new gallery opening, Firetrap watches re-launch party, Katie Price's book launch, the gala night of Flashdance The Musical, a National Chocolate Week tasting at The Ivy Club, a Pink Ribbon charity ball with The Saturdays and the African Music Awards. I want to see Guns N Roses at the o2 but not sure if there will be time.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

ZG: If you go to http://zoegriffin.ipap.me/viewspots#/map you can see where all celebrities have been spotted in London recently.

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

ZG: If I was designing a hotel room I would like a tap that dispensed Champagne. I'd also like a foot spa as running around town in heels means that my feet often ache and need some TLC. Finally, I'd like the phone number of a stylist so they could come to my room with a selection of awesome outfits. Or a wardrobe library - how cool would that be? Like a dressing up box with stuff you'd actually wear.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

ZG: Taste. Imagine life without the smooth hit of chocolate, the fizz of Champagne or the sharpness of coffee? Hell!

myworld interview spot - Jodie Harsh

Today we're chatting with Jodie Harsh, DJ club promoter and fashion muse!

Visit  http://www.jodieharsh.com/

myworld: What are you up to today?

JH: I’m actually writing this on a Eurostar to Paris, I tend to save up my interviews and long emails for travelling so I can stay in a creative headspace at home in London. I’m DJ’ing at an event tonight for the launch of a new magazine which should be quite fabulous…it’s Fashion Week there so it could be an exciting night.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

JH: I am expanding my club brand Circus, with lots of bigger parties both in and around London. The next London event is on Halloween at Paramount, on the 31^st floor of Centre Point. The legendary muse to David Lachapelle, Amanda Lepore, will be performing live. It’s all very exciting. That’s on October 31^st and tickets are available from Tuesday 5^th October on the website, thisiscircus.com

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

JH: The biggest, comfiest bed known to mandkind. When I get in from a DJ gig, all I can think about is hitting the hay before the sun rises, so a comfy bed with lots of pillows is certainly essential. Again, out of pure indulgence, a bath would be lovely. I always take showers at home and in the gym and only really have baths when I have an hour to relax and rejuvenate. Lots of bubbles, lots of products, and a comfy warm robe. Finally, room service is important, and someone handsome to deliver it is an added bonus.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

JH: Probably scent. I am fragrance obsessed. I love lighting fragranced candles everywhere – they’re relaxing and really set  mood. My favourite brand is Cire Trudon, they’ve been produced since the 1600’s and Marie Antoinette was a fan. I believe they were the first ever scented candles. I buy in bulk! They make an amazing minty scented one, it’s literally like fresh peppermint is filling your house! Beautiful. 

myworld interview spot - Hardeep Singh Kohli

Today we have the absolute pleasure of interviewing Hardeep Singh Kohli, the phenomenal British writer and radio and television presenter. Visit http://www.hardeepsinghkohli.co.uk/

myworld: What are you up to today?

HSK: I've just landed at my favourite airport, London City and am on the DLR travelling back to Dalston from Glasgow after the latest few dates of my tour The Nearly Naked Chef. Looking forward to a quiet Sunday with radio 4 and some curried goat.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

HSK: I've got a lot of writing projects on the go. I'm working on my first novel which I'm hoping to get written by Easter. I also have a few exciting Radio projects for radio 2 and 4. And I'm running a series of cookschools in Scotland now that I'm a Food and Drink ambassador for Visit Scotland. It's all go!

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

HSK: I'd need a luxurious bathroom with the ability to have the radio piped in while I soak. Style is important, that individual touch that isn't a constant reminder that there are 153 rooms just like yours. And a bowl of fruit. I never eat any of it but it looks pretty.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

HSK: For me it would have to be taste. I'd be lost without food. More and more hotels are streamlining their offering and choosing not to provide any food. That's fine if like myhotel, they are in the epicentre of cities. Not so good if you're in the middle of nowhere.



myworld interview spot - Charlie Pearson

We’re thrilled to be launching myworld interview segment – an entertaining, and often thought provoking, interview spots on our very own Blog. Effectively it’s a wonderful foray into the wild and entertaining lives of individuals we’re proud to call friends of myhotels… And we’re even prouder to being working with them!

Today we’re chatting with Charlie Pearson – MD of The Lifestyle Agency
http://www.thelifestyle-agency.com/

myworld: What are you up to today?

CP: Today I’m arranging a launch party for Ecuire25, the world’s largest supercar club. Ecurie25’s new Surrey Club House is packed with Ferraris, including the 458 Italia, Lamborghinis, Maseratis, Mercedes including the SLS, Porsches and many many more. It’s truly a sight to behold.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

CP: We’re working with 2R Art who are bringing together six of the biggest Urban Artists in the UK, all under one roof in the very near future…watch this space!

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

CP: Big comfy bed, Butler & Cinema Room

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

CP: Smell… I can tell you which city I’m in by smell, I can tell you the type of champagne by smell, I can even tell you the type of Sunday roast by smell. Loose this and nothing would make sense.