US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) as approved the application to patent IHG's design for its new room, the 'WorkLife room', part of the Crowne Plaza Accelerate Program that sought to blur the lines between business and leisure travel, so-called 'Bleisure'.

Have it all, in one room. Work. Play. Relax.

Every WorkLife Room offers the flexibility you need for a more productive tomorrow.

Powerfully connected.
Wi-Fi is free, and you can charge your devices at multiple easy access USB and power outlets.
 
Work? Relax? Or both.
Hang out in the dynamic sofa nook - perfect for reading, watching TV, working, meeting with colleagues, or unwinding with room service.

Focus time.
A distraction-less desk workspace and wireless printing to the Business Center help you get things done on the road.
 
Restore.
A cocooning headboard, plush linens, Beautyrest mattress and Sleep Advantage® kit with aromatherapy spray and lotions mean one thing: better sleep.

IHG has designed this room so you can have the best experience possible—whether you’re traveling for business, pleasure, or something in between we invite you to discover a new way to stay. Book a WorkLife Room for your next stay and finally have it all.

Components of the Accelerate program include adaptive third spaces, known as Plaza Workspace, and a more modern design throughout the properties.

What makes this new hotel room so special?

Here’s the English translation, courtesy of Crowne Plaza:

• An angled bed, which opens up more space for the room’s distinct zones. Also, a cocooning headboard, Beautyrest mattress, plush linens and Sleep Advantage aromatherapy kit.
• A sofa nook, a multi-purpose space for reading, watching TV, working, meeting with colleagues or kicking back with room service.
• A desk area with an uncluttered workspace where you can focus on work.
• A welcome station, which gets you settled with a space for keys, bags and coats.
• A bathroom, with modern and bright design to help you feel re-energized.

“The WorkLife Room was carefully conceptualized, tested around the world in prototype format and in fully built hotels,” says Meredith Latham, a regional vice president for Crowne Plaza.

“We fine-tuned until we had a product that was the best version of a hotel guest room for the modern business traveler. Our guests have voted, and this room delivers improved satisfaction, our teams love it and now the US Patent office sees the uniqueness.”

Photo credits: IHG