The Hotel Chelsea stands as a quiet yet iconic presence along Miami Beach’s Ocean Drive, part of the celebrated Art Deco Historic District that emerged in the 1930s. Designed with geometric symmetry, pastel tones, and neon accents, it reflects the era when Miami transformed from a coastal retreat into a modernist showcase for architecture and leisure. Once serving travelers drawn by the promise of sun and sophistication, the hotel now anchors a vibrant nightlife corridor where cafés and lounges spill into the street.

At night, the soft blue and red glow of the Chelsea’s signage evokes the glamour of South Beach’s mid-century revival, when preservationists fought to protect these buildings from demolition in the 1980s. The illuminated palms and outdoor dining beneath its canopy capture the district’s enduring dual identity — both a living neighborhood and a cinematic reminder of Miami’s architectural golden age.

Lighting on the Waldforf Towers Hotel in South Beach.

Colony Hotel sign in South Beach, Miami Florida.

The Tony Hotel in South Beach Florida during 2025 Spring Break.

Looking at the rooftop pool from the rooftop of the Tony Hotel in South Beach Miami Florida.

The Starlite hotel neon sign in South Beach, Florida.

Two bright red towel cards from RIU Hotels & Resorts rest on a polished mahogany table, displaying the chain’s minimalist folded-towel icon and signature white typography. The background sign, embossed with the RIU logo and slogan “As you like it,” reflects the resort’s global branding known across beach destinations like Puerto Vallarta. These cards, exchanged for beach towels, symbolize the finely tuned logistics of high-volume hospitality—where even leisure operates with efficiency and precision.

Amber Rose and other's wearing Trump MAGA hats at Saint Kates Hotel in Milwaukee during the Republican National Convention.

Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel in downtown Milwaukee stands out at night with its signature red neon signage and alternating blue-and-red window lighting. Opened in 2019, the hotel is known for merging hospitality with contemporary art, housing rotating exhibitions, installations, and performance spaces curated by local and national artists.

Located at the intersection of Kilbourn Avenue and Water Street, the building’s design blends early 20th-century architectural elements with a modern artistic identity. The reflective wet pavement and illuminated façade echo Milwaukee’s growing emphasis on creative redevelopment in the city’s cultural and theater district, positioning Saint Kate as both an art destination and a community hub.

The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee. The heavily secured hotel was where former President Donald Trump was staying during the 2025 Republican National Convention.

Security fencing and dump truck outside the Pfister Hotel during the Republican National Convention. The hotel is where former President Trump is staying.

The vehicle checkpoint at the Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee. The hotel is where former President Trump is staying during the Republican National Convention.

An American Flag on top of the Embassy Suites hotel in downtown Minneapolis.

Chambers Hotel on Hennepin Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis in September 2023.

A Upload Real Estate Group For Sale sign on a building in downtown Minneapolis.

Flamingo Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas in September 2023.

The Venetian Hotel in las Vegas in September 2023. The sign lit up in the colors of the Mexican flag on Mexican Independence Day.

Slot machines at the Bellagio resort in Las Vegas with error messages on September 15th, 2023 following a ransomware attack that became public days prior.

Aria Resort & Casino, which opened in December 2009, is part of the CityCenter development on the Las Vegas Strip. Designed by Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects, the 61-story curved glass tower houses more than 4,000 guest rooms and suites, two pools, and a 150,000-square-foot casino. It was one of the first major resorts in Las Vegas to emphasize sustainability, earning multiple LEED Gold certifications for its energy efficiency and smart room technology. Aria is also known for its understated, modern aesthetic — replacing themed extravagance with clean architecture, high-end dining, and an extensive art collection integrated throughout the property.

Hilton Grand Vacations at Resorts World Las Vegas is a sleek, glass-covered tower on the northern end of the Strip, known for its reflective façade and distinctive red architectural accent running along one edge. Completed in 2021 as part of the Resorts World complex, the property offers timeshare-style accommodations within one of the newest integrated resorts in the city. Its elevated design provides sweeping views of the Strip and nearby mountains, while its proximity to the Las Vegas Convention Center and the airport—seen in the distance here—highlights its mix of leisure and business appeal.