Marriott Design Standards Module 14 Jun 2026

Module 14 now requires a "purge cycle" test. During QA inspections, the shower must maintain +/- 2°F temperature stability even when a toilet is flushed or a sink is run simultaneously on the same branch line.

By following the guidelines and principles outlined in Module 14, hotels can create exceptional spaces that meet the evolving needs of travelers and drive long-term success.

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Whether a guest is staying in a high-rise in New York or a resort in Southeast Asia, Module 14 ensures a consistent, high-safety experience. marriott design standards module 14

Throughout the construction process, regional fire protection managers perform field audits to verify that the installation matches approved designs.

The layout of the hotel must facilitate intuitive, unimpeded evacuation. Module 14 heavily influences architectural floor plans. Compartmentation and Fire Barriers

Two guest bathrooms cannot share a single 1.5" vent stack. Use individual AAVs (air admittance valves) in each vanity, or upsize to a 2" common vent per two rooms. Module 14 now requires a "purge cycle" test

When Marriott’s Global Design team (or a third-party inspector) arrives for a PAF (Pre-Opening Audit), they will run the following Module 14 tests. Use this as your pre-inspection checklist:

For specific, in-depth technical requirements, project teams must obtain the most recent version of the Marriott Fire Protection & Life Safety module directly from the Marriott Global Design & Construction database.

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Detailed engineering drawings (sprinkler hydraulics, alarm zoning, matrix of fire operations) are thoroughly audited.

Architects and MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) engineers must cross-reference every layout with Module 14. This influences everything from the placement of structural columns to the routing of HVAC ductwork.