Global design firm also named in Forbes’ inaugural list of America’s Top Hospitality Architects & Designers 2026
Fairmont Breakers Long Beach, USA 
Jumeirah Marsa AI Arab, UAE
One&Only Portonovi, Montenegro 
Regent Bali Canggu, Indonesia
HBA’s hospitality portfolio across globally renowned destinations spanning heritage restorations, resort destinations, and integrated luxury developments
Hong Kong – 11st June 2026 – Global design firm HBA (Hirsch Bedner Associates) has once again been recognised at the forefront of the hospitality design industry, securing the No. 1 position on Interior Design’s 2026 Top 100 Giants Hospitality List for more than 25 years, while also rising to No. 12 on the publication’s overall Top 100 Giants ranking.
Further strengthening its industry standing, HBA was named in Forbes’ inaugural list of America’s Top Hospitality Architects & Designers 2026, recognising the firms shaping the future of hospitality, wellness and lifestyle environments.
The dual recognition highlights HBA’s continued global growth and leadership across hospitality, residential and mixed-use design sectors.
“These accolades reflects the strength of our people, our clients and our commitment to creating meaningful design experiences around the world,” said Chris Godfrey, Co-CEO, HBA. “As we continue to expand globally, we remain focused on delivering culturally relevant and commercially successful designs.”
The recognition comes during a period of significant business growth for HBA, with new studios recently established in Mexico City and São Paulo, and further expansion across Europe and Asia, with HBA Madrid, HBA Istanbul and HBA Kuala Lumpur opening, while HBA Leisure and HBA Residential practices are extending this year into Tokyo and Dubai. The firm now operates across 29 offices worldwide, with its global headquarters in Singapore.
HBA’s recent portfolio includes award winning landmark hospitality projects across Americas, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Notable projects include Fairmont Breakers Long Beach, in the United States, One&Only Portonovi, Herceg Novi, Montenegro, Regent Bali Canggu in Indonesia, Renaissance Korla Hotel in China and Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab in Dubai, demonstrating the firm’s expertise across heritage restoration, luxury resorts and integrated hospitality developments.
Founded in 1965, HBA unites over 1,500 design professionals across multiple disciplines from interior design, architecture, landscape, lighting, art consultancy, product design, procurement to branding, under a single integrated design approach. The firm continues to deliver design solutions for leading hospitality, residential and mixed-use developments globally.
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