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From wellness to AI, ASID’s 2026 Trends Outlook positions interior designers as strategic leaders in long-term, resilient design.
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On Repeat carpet tile shown in Navy/Turquoise from FLOR cushions a living room floor.
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Tile Club's Circuit Acero Futuristic Porcelain Tile.
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Unlock the future of commercial real estate with our eBook, "Smart Buildings: The Future of Connectivity in CRE." Discover how cutting-edge technology can transform your facilities...
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This digital resource offers expert advice on design approaches and amenities that are reshaping the workplace.
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Outdoor meeting spaces are becoming more popular because of the many benefits they provide for occupants.
The science behind the positive impacts of outdoor work and meeting spaces.
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SGA conceptualized creative and unique solutions for a residential conversion of a 1972 office tower in Manhattan.
With a surplus of vacant office space, conversions seem to be the logical next step. But do they work and are they viable? This white paper aims to answer those questions and ...

Podcast

Videos

University of Oxford, Life and Mind Building
Oxford's new Life and Mind Building, designed by NBBJ, features a stone facade inspired by Dr. Sage Boettcher's brainwaves, symbolizing the connection between science and design...
Oct. 28, 2025
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Watch this video from Gensler for an inside look at a new project that showcases a people-centric approach, blending bold aesthetics with functional spaces that support the energy...
Aug. 28, 2025

Design Innovation

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Gensler co-CEOs Jordan Goldstein and Elizabeth Brink unpack the six meta trends from the firm’s 2026 Design Forecast, from AI-driven design and hospitality-infused workplaces ...
Jan. 19, 2026
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The launch of IIDA Futures and Mark Bryan’s new leadership role reflect a broader shift toward applied foresight, research, and long-range planning in interior design.
Jan. 14, 2026
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Rendering of the street view of the Dawes Library in Toronto, Canada.
In this episode, Perkins&Will’s leadership unpacks “Stewardship in Action,” sharing how the firm is operationalizing Living Design from Indigenous co-creation and net-zero goals...
Jan. 5, 2026
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From tailored browns and grounding khakis to ethereal whites and expressive greens, the 2026 Colors of the Year reveal a design industry recalibrating around intention, wellbeing...
Dec. 30, 2025

Sustainable Practices

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Exterior view of The Lighthouse entrance with light tan stucco facade and black exterior roof and window detailing.
Adaptive reuse transforms a 1939 Venice, California post office building into a flexible campus shaped by preservation and modern interiors.
Jan. 21, 2026
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A biophilic office space with central conference area and individual workstations, with an industrial aesthetic softened by many indoor plants.
This episode explores microbiome architecture, a cutting-edge evolution of biophilic design that incorporates plants and their microbiomes into interior spaces.
Jan. 13, 2026
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An interior office with open plan, zones for lounge and conversation with soft seating, and workstations with overhead acoustic treatments
A look at where firms are making real strides in material health, and where new opportunities await as the industry pushes toward more holistic, intentional design.
Dec. 8, 2025
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interiors+sources announces 28 winners in the 2025 Product Innovation Awards program. Background image of white lobby with blue, gold, and black modern artwork, from Wineo Flooring.
Discover the materials, systems, and surfaces recognized for pushing the market forward with circularity, performance, and technical sophistication at their core.
Dec. 2, 2025

Holistic Interior Design

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Acoustibuilt Seamless Acoustical Ceiling Clouds in white distinguish large-group seating areas against a sky-blue wall surround in the cafeteria at Saratoga Springs High School.
As both a science and an art, acoustics can make or break the way a space functions. In this ICYMI article-read episode based on "The Art and Science of Acoustics," by Armstrong...
Jan. 26, 2026
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Mentorship sources 2025: Ansel Radway, FCA; David Shove-Brown, //3877, and Valerie O'Keefe, ASID
Design education lays the foundation—but mentorship builds confidence, communication, and community. Here’s how firms and associations are helping new designers thrive.
Dec. 17, 2025
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SCO Family of Services Genovese Family Life Center featuring blue upholstered seating area with patients waiting near long counter.
In this In Case You Missed It episode of I Hear Design from interiors+sources, we revisit the article “Transforming Built Environments Through Trauma-Informed...
Dec. 1, 2025
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We asked the editors what sparked gratitude in the industry this year—from human-centered partnerships to science-driven wellness design. Their answers span podcasts, trend reports...
Nov. 26, 2025

People + Projects

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Exterior view of The Lodge at Pebble Beach overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the 18th green following a redesign by HBA San Francisco.
The historic coastal landmark overlooking the 18th green is reimagined with layered public spaces, expanded dining, and flexible event venues rooted in place and legacy.
Jan. 6, 2026
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Readers selected the top 5 projects of 2025 from the catalog of interiors+sources projects. One of the top five projects is the HALL Park Hotel. The hotel’s amenities take their cues from a blend of residential décor, furnishings, and fixtures leveled up to greater sophistication to deliver a cozy and hospitable atmosphere in lounge and dining areas.
In the final I Hear Design episode of 2025, the interiors+sources editorial team discusses what readers rewarded in the People’s Choice Projects poll—and why “impact over opulence...
Dec. 29, 2025
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interiors+sources editor-in-chief Carrie Meadows imagines a 2025 self-evaluation for the interior design industry
From rising costs to evolving workplace expectations, 2025 tested the industry’s resilience—and revealed how strategic, human-centered design continues to move projects and people...
Dec. 23, 2025
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Curved booth seating with tables and chair with acoustic drapery and lighting.
Luxxbox founder Jason Bird explains how fixture form, materials, and intentional placement turn lighting into an acoustic tool—helping hospitality teams craft calm, high-performing...
Dec. 22, 2025

Materials + Products

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Two Lollygagger Lounge Chairs make a quaint relaxation spot outside a home or business.
With its sleek silhouette, dual back planes, and eco-conscious build, the Loll Designs Lollygagger chair is an ideal addition to any outdoor space seeking style, comfort, and ...
Jan. 26, 2026
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Interior designers are selecting materials and colors, using a tablet and various samples like wood, fabrics, and tiles, to create a cohesive design for their project.
Join Lauren Brant on the debut episode of Product Talk as she reveals the top five most-viewed interior products of 2025, highlighting what made them stand out in commercial design...
Dec. 24, 2025
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X Series Cylinders are available in multiple lengths and custom color finishes to fit any space. The cylinders are installed over a conference room table.
Designed for versatility, these cylinders feature Cross Beam TIR Optics, field-changeable trims, and customizable finishes, making them suitable for various architectural and ...
Dec. 2, 2025
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STYX creates linear layers of depth and texture as shown installed as a spacemaker over and beside chairs.
Available in a range of colors, woodgrain, and metal finishes, the STYX system ensures high durability with scratch- and fade-resistant powder coatings, making it ideal for innovative...
Dec. 2, 2025