From Hotel Concept to Global Destination: Step Inside the Making of Two Luxury Hotels

Our online program on hotel design and development—taught by hospitality development and design experts John Miller and Julia Monk—offers an insider’s look at two recently opened, award‑winning five‑star Peninsula Hotels in London and Istanbul.

By examining the strategic and design decisions behind these world‑class destinations, you’ll gain insight into the complex challenges development teams face in today’s hospitality landscape—and learn how to apply these lessons to create an iconic property of your own.

Tour the Hotels

These videos will give you a flavor for each of these iconic hotels, with insights directly from the Peninsula team, including John Miller, the Consultant Director of Design for the projects.

Program Details

  • When: January 28, 30, & February 2, 2026 | 11:00am – 01:00pm Eastern
  • Where: Online
  • Grants Harvard Certificate of Completion: Yes
  • Tuition: $1,200 (through November 30), $1,400
  • CEUs: 6 AIA LUs (HSW), 6 AICP/CM, 6 LA/CES (HSW)
  • AMDP Elective Units: 1

Instructors

Headshot of John H. Miller

John H. Miller, AIA

Founding Director, White Walls


Headshot of Julia Monk

Julia Monk, FAIA, FIIDA, NOMA

Hospitality Thought Leader | Architect | Interior Designer