Bar Design
We design hotel bars as the heart of the property, blending lighting, furnishing, atmosphere, and flow to create a memorable guest experience with a distinct sense of energy.
Create hotel bar spaces that shape guest perception from the first impression to the final toast. Design in Rhythm blends hospitality strategy, photorealistic visualization, custom sourcing, and seamless installation for lobby, rooftop, and banquet bar layouts that feel memorable, operationally smart, and unmistakably aligned with your hotel’s story.
End-to-end hospitality design for hotel bars, from concept and layouts to sourcing, logistics, installation, and styling.
We design hotel bars as the heart of the property, blending lighting, furnishing, atmosphere, and flow to create a memorable guest experience with a distinct sense of energy.
From boutique retreats to branded destinations, we shape hotel spaces that captivate guests, strengthen loyalty, and support a polished hospitality experience from arrival to departure.
We develop photorealistic 3D renderings, 2D floor plans, elevations, and mood boards so owners can see the space clearly before ordering begins.
For rooftop and outdoor bar settings, we plan furnishings, layouts, materials, and installation details suited to exterior hospitality spaces and elevated guest environments.
Our team sources furniture, lighting, rugs, accessories, materials, and custom elements through trusted vendors, artisans, brands, and commercial-grade makers.
We coordinate contractors, trades, vendors, deliveries, installation, and final styling so the finished hotel bar matches the approved renderings with precision.
We begin with conversation, inspiration, operational goals, guest expectations, references, budget, and timeline. This discovery phase uncovers what your hotel bar should express, how it should function, and what kind of guest experience it needs to create.
Explore how thoughtful hospitality design turns hotel bars into memorable guest destinations.
"Jon was the first designer I ever worked with, and will be the last. He is so attentive to detail, personality style, interests, and overall aesthetics when working with a client. He is patient, and takes his time to create a special space for each unique person he works with...."
"Jon has been helping me for years with design ideas and procurement of the most unique pieces for the Magic Castle Hotel in Hollywood, CA. I always love working with Jon. He's a total pro, knows his stuff...and is a super nice guy who is fun to work with. I..."
A hospitality-focused design partner built for creative clarity and flawless execution.
Over a decade designing boutique hotels, bars, commercial spaces, and guest-focused interiors.
One team manages design, procurement, logistics, contractor coordination, installation, and final styling.
Products are sourced before renderings, so what you approve is what arrives.
Exclusive vendor, artisan, brand, and custom-maker relationships bring uncommon hospitality pieces within reach.
Meet the creative team behind hospitality spaces that sing.
Founder & Creative Director
Jon Wheat is the Founder and Creative Director of Design in Rhythm, bringing a unique perspective to interior design shaped by his background as a musician. After over a decade designing homes, commercial spaces, and boutique hotel environments for industry leaders, Jon founded Design in Rhythm to create a firm where client stories take center stage. His musical roots inform his philosophy that every space should have rhythm, harmony, and a distinct voice. Jon leads the creative vision across residential and hospitality projects in markets including Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Boston, Las Vegas, Washington DC, and New Jersey. He is committed to a discovery process that uncovers what clients truly want, delivering spaces that are authentically theirs from concept to final installation.
Designer
Sofia Marquez is a Designer at Design in Rhythm, known for her detail-obsessed approach and genuine dedication to each client's vision. Sofia brings a thoughtful eye to every project, ensuring that clients not only envision the full potential of a space but feel truly thrilled about its possibilities. Working across boutique hospitality and residential projects, she translates complex design concepts into tangible, photorealistic renderings and curated product selections that reflect each client's unique story. Sofia collaborates closely with the full project team — from procurement to installation — to ensure a seamless, end-to-end experience. Her commitment to precision and client satisfaction makes her an essential part of Design in Rhythm's integrated design process.
Procurement & Logistics Manager
David Chen serves as Procurement and Logistics Manager at Design in Rhythm, playing a critical role in ensuring every project is delivered flawlessly from sourcing to final installation. Leveraging the firm's exclusive network of trusted vendors, artisans, brands, and custom furniture makers built over more than a decade, David oversees the procurement of materials and furnishings with precision and care. He manages the full logistics pipeline — coordinating shipments, staging, and delivery sequencing — so that nothing is left to chance. David's work ensures that what clients see in their renderings is exactly what arrives on-site, eliminating the stress of vendor coordination and contractor management and delivering a truly seamless project experience.
Business Development/Marketing
Colin Flynn leads Business Development and Marketing at Design in Rhythm, driving the firm's growth strategy through client acquisition, brand positioning, and strategic partnerships. He oversees all marketing efforts — including digital presence, social media, advertising, and public relations — ensuring the company's design aesthetic and voice are seamlessly represented across every platform. Working closely with the design team, Colin identifies new business opportunities and fosters relationships with developers, architects, and high-net-worth clients to secure both residential and commercial projects. He also manages proposal development, contract negotiations, and pipeline management, leveraging market insights to position Design in Rhythm as a leader in the luxury interior design industry across its key markets.
Strong lobby design balances first impressions, guest flow, brand identity, comfort, and operational clarity. In a hotel bar setting, that means planning sightlines, seating zones, lighting, service access, material durability, and atmosphere together. Design in Rhythm uses discovery, space planning, sourcing, and visualization to create lobby bars that feel welcoming, memorable, and easy for staff to operate.
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Design in Rhythm supports boutique hospitality projects across key U.S. hotel and development markets.
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Over a decade designing hospitality spaces.
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