Commercial flooring transforms a basic surface to wellness catalyst and sustainability driver. Discover the four game-changing trends from Chicago Design Week: sensory-intelligent designs, adaptable modular systems, circular materials, and climate-resilient solutions reshaping how we design healthier, more flexible spaces.
The Fellowship recognizes sustained contributions to practice, education, research, and advocacy that have significantly advanced the interior design profession.
A new report conducted by APE Grupo reveals that physical and mental well-being has emerged as the leading priority in spatial design, surpassing traditional concerns of functionality and aesthetics as the industry undergoes a fundamental transformation toward care-centered environments.
Eight interior designers have joined forces as Behr Paint Company's inaugural Designer Council, unveiling their first collaborative effort: the 2026 Commercial Color Forecast. The expert panel, featuring Alena Capra, Patti Carpenter, Stephanie Lindsey, John McClain, Mia Johnson, Manuella Moreira, Christopher Kennedy, and Jennifer Sun, guided the creation of five subpalettes emphasizing "elemental harmony" for commercial interiors, debuting at NeoCon.
Feria Valencia announced that Cevisama Contract, showcasing ceramics, bathroom fixtures and surfaces, will join the existing Feria Hábitat Valencia, Textilhogar and Espacio Cocina shows. The combined event aims to position Valencia as the "world capital of the interior design-related industry."
The CR Design Center Westside, located at the adaptive reuse Westside Paper development near the Atlanta Beltline, represents the culmination of the company's 55-year evolution and signals a dynamic shift in how the Home Depot-owned company approaches customer service in the building and design industry.
White oak demand surges as consumers embrace natural finishes and herringbone patterns. Manufacturers respond with innovative installation solutions while wood reclaims territory from vinyl alternatives—even in basements.
Chicago's June design calendar features two key events for flooring professionals: NeoCon's 56th edition at The Mart (June 9-11) and Fulton Market Design Days (June 10-12), offering opportunities for trendspotting, product discovery, and industry networking.
