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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.
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.
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Walking the Floor at ICFF 2026
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Rachel Robinson, Ted Moudis Associates and Co-Chair, IIDA NY In-Studio Committee
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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

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
Michigan State University Multicultural Center
The new Multicultural Center at MSU, shaped by student voices, offers a variety of functional spaces that promote belonging and cultural understanding on campus. Watch this video...
Feb. 13, 2026

Design Innovation

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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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I Hear Design
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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Open pavilion constructed of steel, wood, and stone with seated visitors, with gardens and greenery in the background.
I Hear Design
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
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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

Sustainable Practices

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I Hear Design
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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I Hear Design
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
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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
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Bio-based, bio-attributed, bio-sourced, and BioPreferred® are often used interchangeably, but they point to different forms of renewable content, documentation, and material evaluation...
April 21, 2026

Holistic Interior Design

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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.
I Hear Design
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
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Through a personal account of caring for a sick parent, Carrie Meadows underscores resilience, the value of support networks, and appreciation for colleagues who extended patience...
March 25, 2026
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Natural stone bar with stools and dramatic lighting fixture overhead in the AC Hotel by Marriott in Washington, DC..
I Hear Design
Studio RYS principals Lisa Haude and Bhavini Hardev join Robert Nieminen to kick off Women’s History Month for a conversation on modern leadership in AEC—what progress deserves...
March 2, 2026

People + Projects

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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
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Outdoor courtyard with a variety of seating and tables.
I Hear Design
This ICYMI episode explores how Swan Dive Design Studio transformed an 88,000-square-foot big-box shell into Relish Food Hall + Pickleball, a lively adaptive reuse project that...
May 4, 2026
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Workplace image shows privacy booths and tables for collaborative work in a daylight-filled office
Learn five key lessons from award-winning projects, including fostering social hubs, embracing vibrant colors, respecting cultural memory, and letting natural landscapes take ...
April 21, 2026
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Dim accent lighting, vintage photography on walls, embossed ceilings, and dark, patterned wallpaper create an intimate ambiance at None of the Above.
Learn how designers incorporate cultural references, sustainable repurposing, and atmospheric details to craft memorable, authentic environments that stand out in the hospitality...
April 21, 2026

Materials + Products

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The Solfege Grande freestanding bathtub elevates modern bathroom interiors.
This freestanding soaking tub provides a perfect blend of form and function, with options for different sizes to suit various spaces. Its high-quality materials and elegant design...
May 19, 2026
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The SynSisal Tile reimagines the classic sisal bouclé look in a modular format.
The Ridge style of SynSisal Tile offers a woven sisal appearance in multiple colors, emphasizing sustainability, flexibility, and aesthetic appeal in contemporary flooring design...
May 19, 2026
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Balcon Vanity Cabinet by Patricia Urquiola for Duravit.
With open compartments and sealed edges, the Balcoon Vanity Cabinet provides modern bathroom storage solutions that blend aesthetic appeal with long-lasting functionality.
May 19, 2026
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TAPER pendant combines acoustics and illumination.
Designed for open-plan environments, the TAPER pendant offers excellent sound absorption with an NRC of .85+ and versatile lighting options, including downlight and diffuse modes...
May 19, 2026