Hilton Hotel launches Innovation Gallery

The hotel industry has a reputation for being behind the curve in terms of technology, but a number of companies have been working to change that perception. The latest is Hilton, which recently debuted its Innovation Gallery, an incubator and experiential showcase for cutting-edge product developments that will shape the future of Hilton hospitality. The 4,300-square-foot gallery is located next to Hilton’s global headquarters at Hilton McLean Tysons Corner. It is open to invited guests, including Hilton team members, hotel owners and technology partners.

Designed by the LAB at Rockwell Group, the architecture firm’s in-house design innovation studio, the gallery showcases a variety of technologies, design elements and dining concepts, ranging from noise-cancellation and sleep-inducing devices for guestrooms to more functional and sustainable materials. The products on display have been recently launched or are under testing, with many developed through Hilton’s partnerships with companies in various industries, including IBM, LG, Amazon, and Tesla.

“The bigger vision is, we’re trying to be the fastest growing, most innovative luxury hotel company,” John Vanderslice, Hilton’s global head of luxury and lifestyle brands, told the Washington Business Journal.