What are hotel casegoods?
Hotel casegoods are hard furniture and joinery elements such as headboards, nightstands, wardrobes, desks, TV units, minibar cabinets and other guest room storage furniture.
Guest Room Furniture Guide
Hotel Casegoods Guide for Guest Rooms & Hospitality Projects
A practical guide to hotel headboards, nightstands, wardrobes, desks, TV units, minibar cabinets, luggage benches and other project-based guest room casegoods.
Guest Room Joinery
What Are Hotel Casegoods?
Hotel casegoods are the main hard furniture and joinery elements used throughout a guest room.
Depending on the room design, the casegoods package may include headboards, nightstands, wardrobes, desks, dressing tables, TV units, wall panels, minibar cabinets, luggage benches and storage units.
Unlike loose furniture selected from a catalogue, project casegoods are normally developed from architectural drawings, room dimensions, approved materials and project-specific finishes.
Typical Hotel Room Casegoods
01
Headboards
Timber, upholstered or combined
headboard systems developed
to the room design.
02
Nightstands
Bedside units coordinated
with headboards, power points
and lighting.
03
Wardrobes
Guest storage with shelves,
hanging space, drawers
and project hardware.
04
Minibar Cabinets
Joinery designed around
minibar equipment and ventilation.
05
Desks & Vanities
Work and dressing surfaces
developed to the room plan.
06
TV Units
TV panels, consoles
and integrated storage.
07
Luggage Benches
Guest luggage support
with timber or upholstered finishes.
08
Wall Panels
Decorative and functional
wall joinery coordinated
with room furniture.
01
Bed Area
Headboards & Nightstands
The headboard wall often becomes the main furniture feature in a hotel guest room.
Its dimensions should be coordinated with the bed position, bedside tables, lighting, switches, sockets and decorative wall elements. Nightstands should be developed at the same stage so all components align correctly.
Headboard Width
Coordinate with bed size,
nightstands and wall dimensions.
Upholstery
Define fabric, padding
and panel construction.
Electrical Coordination
Consider switches, sockets,
reading lights and cabling.
Nightstand Storage
Open shelves, drawers
or project-specific configurations.
02
Storage
Wardrobes, Minibars & Storage Units
Wardrobes need to work within the actual room dimensions while providing practical guest storage.
The internal configuration can include hanging space, shelves, drawers and other project requirements. Minibar cabinets should also be coordinated with the selected equipment and ventilation needs.
Hanging Space
Coordinate clear internal height
and rail position.
Shelves & Drawers
Organise guest storage
according to the room type.
Door Type
Hinged, sliding
or project-specific door systems.
Minibar Integration
Coordinate cabinet dimensions
with equipment requirements.
03
Work & Media
Desks, Dressing Tables & TV Units
Work desks, vanities and TV units often share the same wall and should be planned together.
Dimensions should follow the room layout, chair position, mirror location, TV size, power points and cable routes. In smaller rooms, several functions may be combined within a single casegoods composition.
Desk Surface
Coordinate working depth,
chair clearance and sockets.
Dressing Area
Mirror, lighting and storage
can be integrated into the unit.
TV Panel
Coordinate screen position,
backing panel and cable access.
Integrated Storage
Drawers, shelves and cabinets
may be combined where required.
Technical Development
Casegoods Begin With Accurate Drawings
Furniture dimensions, materials, hardware and installation details should be resolved before production. Casegoods are closely linked to walls, floors, electrical points and other building conditions.
01
Review the Room
Check architectural drawings,
room types, dimensions and furniture positions.
02
Develop the Furniture
Define construction,
materials, hardware,
finishes and technical details.
03
Approve Before Production
Confirm drawings and specifications
before manufacturing begins.
Casegoods Specification
What Should Be Defined?
Each casegoods item should carry enough information for technical development, costing, approval and production.
| Item | Key Information | Coordination |
|---|---|---|
| Headboard | Width, height, materials, upholstery and finish | Bed, lighting, sockets and wall |
| Nightstand | Dimensions, drawer, shelf and finish | Bed position and electrical points |
| Wardrobe | Overall size, internal layout, doors and hardware | Room wall and circulation |
| Desk / Vanity | Width, depth, storage, top and finish | Chair, mirror, lighting and sockets |
| TV Unit | Panel size, console, storage and finish | Screen size, power and data |
| Minibar Cabinet | Cabinet size, equipment opening and finish | Equipment and ventilation |
Before Costing
Information to Prepare for Casegoods
Room Types
Identify standard rooms,
twins, suites and other room categories.
BOQ
Item codes, descriptions,
room quantities and furniture quantities.
Architectural Drawings
Plans, elevations
and relevant room dimensions.
Furniture Drawings
Dimensions, construction
and project-specific details.
Materials
Veneer, laminate, timber,
metal, glass and upholstery requirements.
Finish Schedule
Approved colours,
stains and material references.
FAQ
Hotel Casegoods Questions
Can hotel casegoods be made to custom dimensions?
Yes. Project casegoods can be developed according to approved room layouts, drawings, dimensions, materials and finishes.
Why are architectural drawings important for casegoods?
Casegoods often connect closely with walls, electrical points, lighting and room dimensions, so accurate drawings help coordinate furniture with the building.
What materials can be used for hotel casegoods?
Materials may include wood, veneer, laminate, metal, glass, stone and upholstery depending on the approved specification.
What information is needed for casegoods pricing?
Prepare the BOQ, quantities, room types, architectural drawings, furniture dimensions, materials and finish requirements.
Developing Guest Room Furniture?
Turn Room Drawings Into Production-Ready Casegoods
Review the room layouts, BOQ, furniture drawings, quantities, materials and finishes before moving into detailed technical development.