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Sustainability is no longer a separate design consideration—it is central to how buildings are planned, specified, operated and evaluated. For architects, interior designers...
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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...
This digital resource offers expert advice on design approaches and amenities that are reshaping the workplace.
Thousands of designers, architects, manufacturers, and industry leaders gathered in Chicago for one of the biggest weeks in commercial design. Take a look inside Chicago Design...
June 12, 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
I Hear Design
Hightower CEO Natalie Hartkopf discusses how the Common Materials Framework could help designers navigate certifications, compare materials, and make more informed specification...
Oct. 26, 2026
I Hear Design
In this ICYMI episode, IIDA CEO Cheryl Durst explores how design creates opportunity, strengthens human connections, and shapes the way people experience the world—and why the...
Oct. 19, 2026
Commercial-grade labels and product testing only tell part of the performance story. A hospitality procurement specialist explains what designers should consider before finalizing...
Oct. 16, 2026
Women’s health disparities reveal what can happen when systems, standards, and spaces are built around incomplete assumptions.
Oct. 13, 2026
A comprehensive rehabilitation of the historic New York City public housing development pairs modernized homes and community spaces with preservation, sustainability, and renewed...
Oct. 13, 2026
Biophilic strategies offer practical ways to create positive distractions, calmer interiors, and recognizable wayfinding cues within demanding care environments.
Aug. 11, 2026
The developing initiative explores how building products might be evaluated for workforce practices, supply-chain equity, and community impact.
Aug. 4, 2026
I Hear Design
Bio-based, bio-sourced, and bio-attributed materials may sound similar, but understanding how renewable content is sourced, measured, and verified can help designers make more...
July 27, 2026
Color, artwork, form, and lighting can help designers create behavioral healthcare environments that feel less institutional and more responsive to patient needs.
Oct. 13, 2026
Small choices in circulation, seating, sightlines, and shared amenities can turn everyday routines into opportunities for community.
Oct. 13, 2026
Robert Soler connects circadian metrics with occupant behavior, daylight, materials, controls, and energy use.
Oct. 13, 2026
I Hear Design
New research from Corgan and the ASID Foundation challenges designers to look beyond student accessibility and consider how physical, sensory, and cognitive demands affect the...
Oct. 5, 2026
The Ernest N. Morial Convention Center renovation draws on the Mississippi River, local traditions, and the city’s character to create a distinctive visitor experience.
Oct. 14, 2026
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HDR’s Sara Gally explains how personal experience informed a pediatric care environment centered on dignity, normalcy, autonomy, and well-being.
Oct. 13, 2026
At Embark Walnut Creek, Hendrick pairs safety, sensory comfort, and residential cues with a repeatable model for outpatient behavioral health facilities.
Oct. 13, 2026
At the Bronx nursing center, immersive healthcare training environments are paired with daylight, biophilic elements, and spaces designed for students to reset between high-intensity...
Oct. 6, 2026
Available in four colors, Aperture Embroider combines sustainability with design versatility, perfect for wallcoverings, upholstered walls, panels, and furniture, aligning eco...
Oct. 20, 2026
With CRI Green Label Plus certification and a quick three-week shipping option, In The Fold carpet tiles deliver stylish, sustainable, and project-efficient flooring solutions...
Oct. 20, 2026
Made in Europe, the Blu Dot Oft lounge chair features a solid wood frame, sinuous steel springs, and a fully assembled design. Its contemporary aesthetic and ergonomic features...
Oct. 20, 2026
This collection provides a versatile selection of wallcoverings that balance aesthetic variety with high-performance standards. With contributions from industry-leading designers...
Oct. 20, 2026