The ever-expanding team at Ireland's Castlebrook Furniture & Design ended 2003 on a high-flying note, ready to hit 2004 running. Castlebrook have fit out Ireland's prestigious first Crowne Plaza Hotel. Located minutes from Dublin Airport, the hotel is aimed at the commercial traveller who likes to unwind in a more serene environment after a hectic day. This 4-star setting has been installed with some of the most innovative bedroom furniture in the market today. The style, in ebony, incorporates some interesting design features, including a fretwork characteristic which gives each room an oriental feel, reflected in the tranquillity which is carried throughout the hotel. Giving this peaceful theme a steady balance, are the high-tech facilities available to each business guest (the desks in each room have been designed to fit advanced net connection services, provided by Nevotek and Cisco – the first of this kind in Europe).

In other news, The address at number 30, Queen Street, is the venue of London's newest cluster of serviced apartments. This location provides guests with considerably more home comforts than a hotel suite, should they wish to stay in England's capitol for a slightly extended period of time. "We collaborated with our client to build a home away from home, creating a comfortable atmosphere with high-quality furnishings which will make every resident feel relaxed and at ease," commented Gerry Byrne, General Manager at Castlebrook. He and his highly experienced team have overseen the design, production and installation of case goods and loose furniture items to each of the apartments. On this occasion, the wood types used were both maple and walnut, blended together in a striking and modern design.