Hospitality Expertise. Owner-Focused Execution.
Based in Nashville, Tennessee, AK Design Group has partnered with hotel owners, developers, and management companies since 2002. We provide interior design and FF&E procurement services nationwide, supporting projects ranging from brand-prototype renovations to fully customized hotels across the Hilton, Marriott, Hyatt, and IHG portfolios.
Led by founder and Design Principal Andrea Gillespie, NCIDQ, our team combines creative design expertise with disciplined procurement, project management, and brand compliance. We understand the financial and operational demands of hotel development and renovation, helping clients make informed decisions, control costs, anticipate challenges, and execute projects with confidence.
Distinctive Design. Disciplined Procurement. Measurable Value.
Whether engaged for interior design, FF&E procurement, or both, AK Design Group aligns design decisions with each property’s market position, investment objectives, and operating requirements. From strategically adapting brand prototypes to creating fully customized environments, we balance guest experience, design quality, and project economics.
Our integrated approach combines detailed design documentation, strategic value engineering, procurement oversight, and project coordination to help owners protect budgets, reduce execution risks, and deliver competitive hospitality environments without overbuilding the asset.
TESTIMONIAL
“AK Design Group is one of the best hospitality design firms in Nashville, if not the industry as a whole. They truly understand the markets they are designing in and make sure to bring the community-first touch to every project, making your guests feel like they are experiencing the city they are visiting while in your hotel or restaurant. The team is professional, responsive and creative.”
