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IIDA CEO Cheryl Durst stands in Chicago's Fulton Market
The IIDA CEO connects design with agency, empathy, human knowledge, and the profession’s unfinished work to prove its value.
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Cover Sign doors feature thin vertical crosspieces and come in various colors and veneers.
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The PeacePod creates a quiet space for students in a preschool classroom.
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The London Collection features a wood-effect surface, shown in Olivo, that is designed for indoor and outdoor applications.
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The Kaskad Ascend family of planters comes in various heights and colors, bringing live or faux greenery to spaces.
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Inside Chicago Design Week 2026: NeoCon, Design Days & Illuminate
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
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

Design Innovation

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Assortment of notecards, Post-It notes, and markers spread out on a dark table.
I Hear Design
This episode underscores the growing need for design teams to develop outcomes-based literacy, integrating data-driven strategies and active systems to meet client demands and...
Aug. 17, 2026
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RKTB Architects Peter Bafitis and Alex Brito
RKTB Architects principals examine the architect’s expanding role in affordable multifamily housing and the design decisions that protect long-term livability.
Aug. 12, 2026
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RKTB Architects’ Albert Aronov and Nelya Sachakova
RKTB Architects shares lessons from New York City K–12 additions and modernization projects, from active-campus construction to accessibility, community use, and long-term performance...
Aug. 11, 2026
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Vector graphic of male and female colleagues consulting on a project
For design firms pursuing new opportunities, past work is only part of the equation. Clear, consistent messaging helps clients understand what comes next.
Aug. 11, 2026

Sustainable Practices

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Patient reception and visiting area in a pediatric unit contains soft furnishings with rounded edges and a silhouetted meadow scene printed onto wall protection
Biophilic strategies offer practical ways to create positive distractions, calmer interiors, and recognizable wayfinding cues within demanding care environments.
Aug. 11, 2026
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Clasped hands with an image of Earth projected as an overlay
The developing initiative explores how building products might be evaluated for workforce practices, supply-chain equity, and community impact.
Aug. 4, 2026
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Close-up of Hessian fabric made from natural material with natural color
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
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Exterior angled view of Barbara Vick Western Branch school, a multi-story early education center with an outdoor fenced play yard
A Chicago early education center turns an underused commercial building into a lively, adaptable setting for play-based learning, supported by daylight, healthy materials, and...
July 20, 2026

Holistic Interior Design

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Existing facilities, adaptable environments, and broader definitions of safety are creating new responsibilities—and opportunities—for designers.
Aug. 11, 2026
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An elementary school library space designed with vivid sunset accent colors, modular furniture, linear lighting, and assembly stairs
Legacy Elementary in Uvalde shows how education interiors can balance security, belonging, sensory comfort, and community trust.
Aug. 11, 2026
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Rendering of inclusive classroom design concept, in a color palette of neutrals and muted blue, green, and yellow, with wide circulation paths and quiet, storage, and active learning zones
Through Artcobell’s ‘Through Their Eyes’ initiative, Virginia Tech interior design students explored how empathy-driven classroom design can support students with diverse physical...
Aug. 11, 2026
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Dr. Robert MacMeccan joins the Product Talk podcast to discuss why acoustics should be considered one of the foundational elements of architecture and interior design. His photo is included in the preview image along with the title.
I Hear Design
This episode emphasizes the importance of considering acoustics as a core element in architectural and interior design, highlighting its impact on health, productivity, and inclusivity...
July 29, 2026

People + Projects

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A large social space with layered lighting, daylight access, and multiple seating arrangements from a central lounge setup to counters with task chairs and individual soft seating.
I Hear Design
Discover how workplace strategy, change management, and design elements like biophilic features and social spaces were integrated to support a smooth transition and enhance employee...
Aug. 24, 2026
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The new Hollywood Burbank Airport terminal, designed by Corgan in association with CannonDesign, features streamlined passenger flows, centralized check-in, and modern design inspired by Hollywood glamour.
I Hear Design
As airports rethink existing terminals, designers are turning to hospitality-inspired amenities, inclusive spaces, sustainable materials, and resilient systems to improve how ...
Aug. 10, 2026
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Aerial view of planned multiresidential community with pool and outdoor leisure spaces
DyeLot Interiors uses layered amenities, climate-conscious outdoor spaces, and adaptable residences to balance community identity with personal expression.
Aug. 4, 2026
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Rendering of curved booth seating area in renovated college library
I Hear Design
Colleges and universities are under pressure to prove their value as they navigate enrollment challenges, affordability concerns, student retention, and changing expectations ...
Aug. 3, 2026

Materials + Products

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Pausit is a modular seating collection designed for waiting areas. Shown are three different seating configurations with chairs, lounge chairs, and integrated tables.
Built with FSC-certified materials and designed for disassembly, Pausit promotes repairability, component replacement, and recycling, aligning with sustainable design principles...
Aug. 19, 2026
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Elsinore decorative hardware collection, featuring rounded top inserts, hammered, knurled, pinstriped, and smooth pulls set on a counter, from California Faucets.
The durable Elsinore collection includes stylish knobs and pulls in various sizes, all made of brass and available in 27 finishes to complement any kitchen or bath decor.
Aug. 19, 2026
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Ghent's low-profile Minimalist Graphic Glassboard installed in a hospital hallway. The glassboard displays names of hospital staff assigned to patient rooms.
Designed for modern environments, Ghent's glassboards support branding, wayfinding, and clear communication while maintaining a minimalist aesthetic.
Aug. 19, 2026
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The Gemelli chair from Allseating in collaboration with Carl Gustav Magnusson is a guest chair with a softly contoured form.
Certified for sustainability and safety, Gemelli chairs provide versatile seating with color and finish options, ensuring they meet the needs of diverse commercial spaces while...
Aug. 19, 2026