What’s Next for Hotels in 2025? Hotel demand is steady—but rising costs and slimmer margins are forcing developers to rethink their next move. Here’s the latest U.S. hotel performance data and how BASE4 is helping clients adapt in 2025. Let’s Discuss Your 2025 Project 📉 Slower Growth, Smarter Development CBRE now forecasts RevPAR growth of 1.3% in 2025, with: […]

Framing Packages Are Spiking. Do You Have a Plan? Wood framing costs are up again. Lumber futures have jumped nearly 15% this quarter alone. And that’s not all… Meanwhile, domestic production is down 2.1%, and imports have fallen 5.1%—creating the tightest supply since 2019. On top of that, Canadian Lumber Duties are also expected to […]

Solar energy is reshaping the future of hotel development. As brands emphasize sustainability and energy efficiency, integrating solar readiness into new hotel projects is becoming essential. Developers face a pivotal question: Should you invest now to future-proof your property or delay to reduce initial costs? Read on. Is Your Project Solar-Ready? Let’s Talk!   Solar Readiness […]

For hotel developers, selecting the right brand is a critical decision that directly impacts guest appeal and long-term profitability. The ideal brand provides more than name recognition; it delivers operational support, streamlined design processes, and a competitive edge. So, how do you determine what brands are options, how many keys you can fit on a […]

A quiet HVAC system is crucial for ensuring a restful stay in hotel rooms. Excessive noise from HVAC units can negatively impact their overall experience. Among the primary systems used in hotels are PTACs, VTACs, and VRF systems. Learn more about these systems and their impact on hotel comfort. Selecting the right system can make all […]

One of the most prominent complaints tenants and hotel guests make is about noise in their rooms. Outdoor noise transfers into rooms by traveling through exterior building walls via any areas vulnerable to sound penetration. HVAC systems create noise, so choosing the right system can help reduce noise in your rooms, whether a hotel or an apartment building. Read […]

Every tenant and guest deserves a quiet space. But it’s not just the outside noise you need to be aware of—flanking noise does exist! The most common sources of flanking noise are electrical outlets and ductwork. In this article, you’ll learn more about each and how to stop that hidden noise. Read on! What is Flanking […]

Tenants and guests often complain about noise! There might be noise from the outside coming in or noise moving in from adjacent units. The good news! There are practical and economical ways to block noise from the start! Read on! The right combination of building materials, system designs, and construction methods to provide the most […]

We at BASE4 believe in a PRODUCT mindset—bringing standardization and manufacturing principles to an outdated system. Lox Apartments – Midwest, USA We are architects & engineers rethinking the way buildings get built. Our team works with developers and general contractors to rethink traditional building methods by infusing innovative technology, forward-thinking design, and offsite manufacturing principles to build projects […]