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Main floor view of Reverb multi-purpose zone for co-working and performances
Inside the adaptive reuse of a historic Morton Salt building, Reverb’s new Salt Shed headquarters turns music, workplace, and local identity into one connected design story.
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Exterior view of new affordable multifamily project at dusk.
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Sherwin-Williams' Offbeat Green painted in a living room.
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The Chicago River in downtown Chicago, Illinois. A boat cruises down the river between the tall skyscrapers.
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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

Walking the Floor at ICFF 2026
Get a snapshot of the 2026 ICFF at the Javits Center, highlighting the dynamic displays, innovative products, and industry trends that defined this year's showcase.
May 26, 2026
A Look at the New Walmart Home Office
Gensler led the design and execution of this next-generation campus, blending sustainable architecture with functional spaces that attract talent and demonstrate Walmart's dedication...
Feb. 20, 2026

Design Innovation

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This episode explores how immersive experiences are transforming commercial interiors from mere novelties into strategic tools for brand engagement, emphasizing authenticity, ...
June 1, 2026
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Interior design materials samples, sketches, and models under review
ASID Student Portfolio Review jurors explain why standout portfolios need to show process, material strategy, technical thinking, and professional readiness.
May 27, 2026
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Woman wearing orange framed glasses lays on her stomach on patterned carpeting, while working on a vintage typewriter
interiors+sources previews NeoCon, Fulton Market, and showroom launches that connect materiality, performance, wellness, and flexibility.
May 27, 2026
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Female interior designer studies schematics and renderings on a computer
The most important discoveries during Chicago Design Week may not be the newest products, but the questions designers ask about what those products are made of.
May 26, 2026

Sustainable Practices

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Woman standing in front of material samples shelving in ASID materials library.
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Kenn Busch and Jon Strassner preview Destination NeoCon and the ReWritten pop-up, exploring why materiality, circularity, embodied carbon and better sustainability storytelling...
May 11, 2026
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An open workspace has wood-look laminate shelves acting as dividers between long worktables with a window to interior courtyard
At Salone del Mobile, Kenn Busch finds a deeper sustainability story in Fantoni’s recycled wood systems, vertical integration, and long-running material recovery model.
May 5, 2026
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Hand holding a glass orb with tall building covered in green plants.
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In this Earth Month episode of I Hear Design, host Robert Nieminen examines the widening gap between sustainability rhetoric and building performance—exploring why resilience,...
April 27, 2026
Photography by Indigo Visual
A mix of curved, velvet-upholstered chairs and sofas, green leather look armchairs, and refined bar height seating in the grand, wood and marble surfaced lobby at iQ Offices
At iQ Offices in Toronto, Arcadis transformed a historic banking landmark into a hospitality-driven workplace where Art Deco architecture enhances the modern office experience...
April 21, 2026

Holistic Interior Design

Photography by Zack Benson
Sleek table lamps on the bar counter and standing floral-shaped lamps that arch over booth seating create intimate layers of light while enhancing the sophisticated design narrative.
Through Fleurette, Studio UNLTD shows how light, sound, sequencing, materiality and service flow can support a restaurant’s brand story and shape the guest experience.
May 26, 2026
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ArtLifting connects artists with disabilities to workplaces and public-facing spaces, expanding visibility, income, and dignity through design.
May 26, 2026
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Open cafe and lounge area with Synovus red branding and accents grounded by neutral wood and stone look surfaces
Hendrick’s design for Synovus’ downtown Columbus headquarters shows how workplace change, branded storytelling, and employee-centered planning can realize a more connected office...
April 22, 2026
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Treatment center lounge area for visitors and staffs with lounge seating and wood wall paneling.
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Based on the latest insights from interiors+sources, this episode examines how designers can align facility type, therapy models, social space planning, and privacy considerations...
April 6, 2026

People + Projects

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A community kitchen and gathering room adjacent to outdoor recreation space in a mixed-use residential/commercial property
A successful mix is not just about adding uses. Luke Pierce outlines the design decisions that help residential, retail, and amenity spaces work as one.
May 26, 2026
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Busy retail district at night.
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Greg Lyon of Nadel Architecture explains why the future of retail and mixed-use design is less about transactions and more about experience, dining, authenticity, and the creation...
May 25, 2026
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Paved States x Haworth DesignLab takes over the lobby of The Mart with an edited take on what living looks like now.
A smart, day-by-day guide to navigating NeoCon, Fulton Market, and everything in between
May 19, 2026
Photo by Par Bengtsson, Par Creatives
Open pavilion constructed of steel, wood, and stone with seated visitors, with gardens and greenery in the background.
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In this episode, SHM Architects’ Nicholas McWhirter explores how pavilions and community spaces can translate architectural precedent, respond to landscape and support resilience...
May 18, 2026

Materials + Products

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The MOS Collection features sofas, loungers, dining sets, and tables.
Designed for durability and elegance, the MOS Outdoor Furniture Collection features handcrafted hardwood pieces with a modern architectural edge. Equipped with quick-drying cushions...
June 2, 2026
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Papeete is an abstract foliage pattern, part of the Soleil Voyage collection.
Mokum's Papeete fabric combines oversized botanical aesthetics with robust, eco-friendly materials.
June 2, 2026
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outdoorED Big and Wide Table with rocks and toys inside.
Built from recyclable UV-stabilized HDPE with rust-resistant hardware, this 31-inch wide table supports various activities like fossil digs, water play, and fishing games in outdoor...
June 2, 2026
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The Bellhop Unplugged is a rechargeable LED table lamp now designed for indoor and outdoor use.
Constructed from durable polycarbonate, the Bellhop Unplugged provides up to 24 hours of flexible illumination, combining modern aesthetics with practical features for contemporary...
June 2, 2026