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Dedicated lighting showcase debuts in 2026 with expanded and new Best of NeoCon categories.
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Coronet LED's petite fleur acoustic downlight in an office setting.
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Rockfon's Sequence Linear Metal Beam Baffles installed in a workplace.
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The Costa modular table collection now features rectangular, round, half-round, media half-round, and radiused corner shapes.
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Meadow Cherry is a wood-inspired luxury vinyl design of flooring.
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The need for safer and more sustainable schools—from K-12 to university campuses—is more important now than perhaps ever. Our latest eHandbook, “Designing Safe...
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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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Biophilic design is a hot trend in design, but what is it and how can building professionals incorporate these strategies for the benefits of occupants? This eHandbook offers ...

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Videos

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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
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The Momentum showroom at NeoCon 2025 features an expansive green wall.
The i+s team looks back on ‪NeoCon‬ and Fulton Market Design Days 2025. Walk through the showrooms with us as we explore the products shaping the design conversation this year...
June 12, 2025

Design Innovation

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An office is a business asset, and the right furniture can affect productivity and employees' comfort. Treating the office as a key productivity driver makes it easier to justify...
Oct. 1, 2025
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Flat lay of stylish architect moodboard composition with black, beige and grey samples of textile, paint, panels and tiles.
Learn how designers can address urgent challenges and leverage emerging opportunities to create more sustainable, inclusive, and health-conscious commercial environments.
Oct. 1, 2025
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Located in Toronto, Teknion’s new Legacy Space—created in partnership with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund—offers an informative and insightful environment where visitors...
Sept. 17, 2025
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LPA Design Studios’ new book, No Excuses: Integrated Design for a Sustainable Future, challenges architects and designers to break down silos and embrace a performance-driven,...
Sept. 10, 2025

Sustainable Practices

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Green infinity symbol with recycling arrows overlaid against white brick wall.
In this episode, we explore the hidden costs of waste in commercial interiors and highlights innovations—from circular sampling programs to emerging biomaterials—that are reshaping...
Sept. 29, 2025
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Editor Carrie Meadows comments on opposition to an executive order mandating classical styles for federal buildings, citing industry groups' concerns over community input and ...
Sept. 3, 2025
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Understanding the latest design trends at K-12 schools and collaborating with school leaders allow designers and architects to integrate the best storage solutions.
Sept. 1, 2025
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Exterior view of University of Arkansas Fayetteville Institute for Integrative & Innovative Research
The I3R building integrates natural Arkansas landscape elements, biophilic design, and flexible labs.
Aug. 27, 2025

Holistic Interior Design

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In this episode of I Hear Design, i+s Editor in Chief, Carrie Meadows, speaks with Janet Roche and Christine Cowart of the Trauma-informed Design Society about their mission to...
Sept. 15, 2025
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Discover innovative wallcovering materials and design strategies that enhance functionality, such as acoustic textures, antimicrobial finishes, and visual cues, transforming spaces...
Sept. 8, 2025
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Oversized print of sunflower hanging on wall.
Art is transforming Burnet Place, a supportive housing community, into a haven for individuals living with HIV/AIDS, fostering care, dignity, and renewal.
Aug. 13, 2025
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Advances in material science and digital printing enable customizable, sustainable wallcoverings that meet rigorous hygiene standards while enhancing interior design.
Aug. 13, 2025

People + Projects

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Hotel Tonnelle captures the lively spirit of New Orleans with its lush colors and locally sourced furnishings, artistic decor, and tile elements.
Learn from real-world examples how art can connect people and place, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful integration of local art to deepen community ties and support sustainabilit...
Sept. 22, 2025
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This episode explores how suburban office campuses are evolving into vibrant, mixed-use hubs by incorporating amenities, community spaces, and diverse tenants.
Aug. 25, 2025
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High-end hotel lobby with grand staircase, lounge furniture, and reception desk with warm tones and gold details.
INK+ORO founder Tiffany Woodson joins I Hear Design to share how emotionally driven design transforms hospitality environments, blending architectural rigor with human-centered...
Aug. 18, 2025
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Rendering of exterior entrance to new community center with people walking outside at dusk.
A collaborative effort by the Boys & Girls Clubs, Martin Richard Foundation, and Boston’s city government, the hub aims to enhance physical health, creativity, and mental well...
Aug. 18, 2025

Materials + Products

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Hastings' Ninfea basin redefines modern bathroom decor with its sculptural, textural design and versatile finishes. Its clean, overflow-free form and absence of a faucet deck ...
Sept. 24, 2025
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The Ayloh Transitional Floral and Paisley Rug from Rugs USA adds warmth and elegance to this rustic living room.
Discover the Ayloh Rug’s elegant floral design and medium pile softness—perfect for creating a warm, inviting space.
Sept. 23, 2025
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The LEVEL collection offers flooring colors for indoor and outdoor use, wall tile slabs, and ceramic slabs. Shown in a bathroom installation.
With its versatile color palette and robust construction, the LEVEL collection provides adaptable surfaces that deliver lasting visual impact and elevate contemporary design.
Sept. 23, 2025
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The Etch multi-purpose seating delivers stylish, adaptable seating that is durable. The chairs are arranged around tables in a collaborative space.
With customizable colors and finishes, lightweight stackability, and mobile options, Etch provides adaptable seating that enhances collaboration and comfort in evolving environments...
Sept. 23, 2025