HIEX IHG-Approved
FF&E Procurement

Interior Design Submittal

Streamline your Holiday Inn Express interior design submittals with a coordinated FF&E package designed to meet brand standards and support operational efficiency. Valiant manages finishes, furnishings, lighting, flooring, and material selections to ensure every element aligns with the latest Formula Blue 2.0™ design requirements. From concept review through approval, we help simplify the submittal process while maintaining design consistency and guest-focused functionality.

Implementation of PIP

Successful PIP implementation requires careful planning, coordination, and attention to brand details. Valiant helps Holiday Inn Express owners execute Property Improvement Plans by managing FF&E procurement, installation scheduling, logistics, and brand-compliant product selections. Our approach minimizes disruption, supports operational goals, and helps bring Formula Blue 2.0™ design standards to life efficiently and accurately.

Holiday Inn Express Prototype Schemes

Featuring InterContinental’s HIEX Formula Blue 2.0™

Gold Scheme

Warm neutrals, soft wood tones, and subtle metallic details deliver a comfortable, timeless hospitality experience.

Orange Scheme

Vibrant accents and natural textures create a welcoming, modern environment with personality and warmth.

How Valiant Supports HIEX Projects

One resource to get the job done right.

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In-House
Design

Valiant’s in-house design team delivers brand-compliant layouts and interprets each scheme to fit your building while supporting brand reviews and submittals.

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Strategic
Sourcing

Through strategic sourcing, Valiant leverages direct manufacturer relationships to provide cost-effective options within standards while guiding selections.

Project Management

Valiant’s Project Managers offer a single point of contact with production tracking, timeline oversight, and coordination across vendors.

Logistics & Delivery

Logistics and delivery are handled by Valiant with the same care—managing freight, mitigating risk, and ensuring on-time delivery aligned with your project timeline.

IHG-Approved FF&E

Holiday Inn Express Formula Blue prototypes are purposeful, efficient, and guest-focused. FF&E solutions are selected to support operational performance, simplify maintenance, and deliver long-term value while creating a comfortable, contemporary experience for today’s Smart Traveler.

From casegoods and seating to lighting, finishes, flooring, and textiles, every element is carefully coordinated to reinforce the Holiday Inn Express brand. Thoughtful design details, durable materials, and flexible solutions work together to create inviting spaces that support both guest satisfaction and owner returns.

Designed for Consistency & Durability

Holiday Inn Express spaces are designed to feel warm, welcoming, and energetic while remaining highly functional. Each scheme is intentionally developed to strike a balance between brand consistency, durability, and guest comfort across all areas of the hotel. They are made to make travel easy.

Full-Service Partner

Valiant’s in-house designers partner with owners and management groups to translate Hampton schemes into practical, compliant FF&E solutions. Our team helps streamline selections, navigate brand standards, and keep projects moving smoothly from planning through delivery.

Why FF&E Matters

FF&E decisions impact far more than how a space looks. From guestrooms to public areas, furnishings, finishes, and fixtures influence guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, maintenance costs, and long-term asset value.