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4 Noteworthy Design Competitions Taking Place During the Trade Show Season

During the height of the interior design industry’s trade show season, several companies take advantage of the large gatherings to reveal their latest design competitions and results.Plus, interiors+sources reveals a sneak peek at its own competition taking place during NeoCon. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/30XC7xQ via IFTTT

How Architects Are Designing Offices for Sound Management

Open office design needs to include quiet zones that are great for private phone calls, small meetings and deep focus work. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2Z4QS05 via IFTTT

Executive Hotel Lounge Overview from Madrid

 In this video I review the interior design of the executive hotel lounge at the Madrid Marriott and Conference Center near the Madrid airport.  I was in town to speak at a conference  and took the  opportunity to work in this lounge.  More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2KdI03R via IFTTT

Incorporating Products While Improving Employee Health

Materials manufacturer 3form institutes an employee health program by creating a gym and incorporating its own products. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2Ket0Ts via IFTTT

Consider Specifying Color and Light at the Same Time

In interior environments, color and light work together with form and spatial effect to create a dramatic mood and an intriguing space. They should be considered and specified together.   More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2WxmnCe via IFTTT

Jane Rohde's Mission to Transform Senior Living and At-Risk Youth

JSR’s Jane Rohde talks about her passion for senior living and at-risk youth and how the industry needs a new model for care—and how to get there. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2QvBoiH via IFTTT

Sonneman’s Dallas Lighting Showroom Puts Visitors First

Sonneman-A Way of Light relocated from its previous showroom on the third floor of the Dallas Market Center and opened to an expanded fourth-floor location.  More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2YRAvDU via IFTTT

Annual DINING BY DESIGN Event Raises Funds for HIV/AIDS Advocacy Efforts

Part of the Architectural Digest Design Show, DIFFA’s annual DINING BY DESIGN fundraiser showcases elaborate design installations while raising money for a worthy cause. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/30Acxi6 via IFTTT

Perkins+Will’s Reimagined studioIDS Focuses on Human-Centric Design

Perkins+Will’s redesigned Minneapolis office, studioIDS, focuses on collaboration and human-centric design, mirroring the goals and priorities of the firm. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2Qsneil via IFTTT

LIGHTFAIR 2019: These Colorful Felt Light Fixtures Can Improve Acoustics in Open Work Spaces

Unveiled at LIGHTFAIR International 2019, the Shaper Sense family of acoustical light fixtures is the first collaboration between Eaton Lighting and FilzFelt. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2WifxQR via IFTTT

These Virtual Skylights and Windows Make Interiors Feel More Open

The illuminated images of Sky Factory’s virtual skylights and windows feature engaging views of nature while providing an array of health and wellness benefits for occupants. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2HKT4mh via IFTTT

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NeoCon 2019 Preview: Okamura’s New Conference Seating Gets Back to Basics

Okamura and product designer Richard Holbrook collaborate on workplace seating stripped of unnecessary functions that often get in the way of focus and collaboration. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2M2aNet via IFTTT

Iconic Serie Up Chair Celebrates 50 Years Against Women's Oppression

In its 50th anniversary year, we revisit the history behind the Italian designer’s famed Serie Up collection – and how it commemorates five decades of provocative design, from 1969 to 2019. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2M2XlXE via IFTTT

How Technology is Humanizing Office, Retail and Healthcare Design

IIDA executive vice president and CEO Cheryl H. Durst looks at how bringing technology into interior spaces can help us all become more human. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2WVawuN via IFTTT

Improving Native American Healthcare Through Design

American Indians often face discrimination when seeking healthcare. Purposeful design and collaboration with key groups helps foster better outcomes. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2QboI04 via IFTTT

Designing Inclusive and Gender-Neutral Restrooms

Gender neutral restrooms are now code-compliant due to an upcoming change in the International Plumbing Code. Here’s how that affects you as a designer – and how you can create restrooms that are beautiful, efficient and equitable. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2wfSjfv via IFTTT

3 Workplace Privacy Pods You’ll Want to Use

Privacy pods are an easy, retrofittable way to curb noise and privacy complaints in open offices. Modular office furniture like this reduces acoustical disruptions, contributes to occupant wellbeing and creates a welcome refuge. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2JNYwHU via IFTTT

Exclusive Motors Power Up High-Tech Shading Systems [HD Expo]

The Shade Store utilizes exclusive battery motors to power up its high-tech shading systems. Watch Adam Skalman, vice president of sales, demo two different motorized options, including a shading collection that features solar fabrics from Sunbrella. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2JN4VCQ via IFTTT

Top 9 Design Trends Spotted at HD Expo 2019

From furniture to flooring, the 2019 HD Expo in Las Vegas featured a number of design trends that are inspiring designers to get creative. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2JtB0QW via IFTTT

How 2nd Ave Created Their Highly Customizable Iron Chandelier [HD Expo]

2nd Ave Lighting brought their eclectic, highly customizable iron chandelier with them to HD Expo. Learn about the creation process, customization possibilities, and the most interesting ideas owner and founder Bob Cohen has heard--all from within the chandelier. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2JMG6ac via IFTTT

The Future is Now: USB-powered Umbrellas Make Their Debut [HD Expo]

Fiberbuilt Umbrellas, manufacturer of durable contract umbrellas and accessories, just announced its newest product - a charging station within the umbrella base. Powered by a discrete solar charger, it comes in handy for charging cell phones and other USB-powered devices and is ideal for poolsides, convention areas and hospitality spaces. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2VrlKpm via IFTTT

Looking to Spruce Up Your Client’s Art Program? Here are 3 trends to Help [HD Expo]

Terry Eaton, founder of Eaton Fine Art, has over 25 years of experience collaborating on art programs for international hotel brands. At the HD Expo in Las Vegas, he shares with us the current trends he’s seeing. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2Ht7NC7 via IFTTT

Infinite Seating Positions for Any Body Type [HD Expo]

American Leather Vice President Frank Boardman demos the company’s latest introduction - the Comfort Air chair. Made for the way you move, it provides infinite seating positions tailored for the user’s body. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2HlJAPi via IFTTT

Brentano to Launch Clearwater Collection, Inspired by Original Artwork, this Fall

The new collection will be available in August 2019 and features textiles inspired by original artwork from founder and designer director Iris Wang. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/30ouLTz via IFTTT

Up Close With the Latest Outdoor Furniture from Tidelli Outdoor Living [HD Expo 360]

Settle in and enjoy a 360-degree view of Tidelli Outdoor Living’s booth while Christoph Trappe interviews Commercial Director Tatiana Mandelli at HD Expo 2019. The booth features the latest in outdoor furniture in a variety of colors, along with new rope colors. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2WUjh8x via IFTTT

Brentano's Latest Collection Draws Inspiration from their Founder [HD Expo]

Visitors at the HD Expo are the first to see a sneak peek of Brentano’s upcoming Fall 2019 Clearwater collection. The textile manufacturer is debuting a full range of indoor and outdoor performance fabrics in August that include a variety of textures and patterns, such as an outdoor velvet. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2LOXCNF via IFTTT

Kimball Hospitality Inspires the Future with the Past [HD Expo 360]

Let Kathy Sigler, President at Kimball Hospitality, take you on a tour of Kimball Hospitality's HD Expo 2019 booth. The booth was built around exploration and inspiration, pulling from the successes of the past to inform the future. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2Vw8orI via IFTTT

Hospitality Innovations Take Center Stage at HD Expo

HD Expo 2019 has kicked off and we have all the hospitality design and architecture you could wish for. We're on the ground floor at the event, convening with the best, the most interesting, and the event's most innovative. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2LMGA2Y via IFTTT

Momentum Textiles and Wallcoverings Identifies 4 Trends Interior Designers Don’t Want to Miss [HD Expo]

Known for its sustainable practices, Momentum Textiles and Wallcoverings discusses four hospitality design trends they’ve spotted. They are chatting with us during the  2019 HD Expo, held at Las Vegas’ Mandalay Bay Convention Center. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2w4guxr via IFTTT

MTS Partners with Stacy Garcia for 2 New Chair Collections

Debuted at HD Expo 2019 in Las Vegas, Billow and Punctuate are two sleek and comfortable chairs designed by Stacy Garcia in collaboration with MTS. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/30mkE1N via IFTTT

Delta Faucet Shows Off Their Durable Faucets [HD Expo]

We stopped by the Delta Faucet booth at HD Expo to find out what the latest trends in hospitality faucets, including what they claim is the most durable finish on the market. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2W8eSkZ via IFTTT

These Chairs from Sandler Seating Stack 60 High [HD Expo]

Exhibiting at HD Expo this year, Sandler Seating brought several new and exciting products. Roy Sandler joins Editor-at-Large Robert Nieminen to discuss their latest hospitality designs. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2Yv9qGs via IFTTT

Circadian Lighting Helps Hotel Guests Get a Good Night’s Sleep

Worldwide hotel chain IHG is incorporating circadian lighting by partnering with Healthe by Lighting Science to put the JOURNI Mobile Task Light in guest rooms. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2WJWhbZ via IFTTT

Interface Study Reveals Impact of Noise on Workplace Productivity

Interface’s “What’s That Sound?” study reveals noise negatively impacts 69% of global employees’ concentration levels, productivity and creativity. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2Jm04cq via IFTTT

This Month's Curios Box Delivers Unbelievable Trendsetting Products

Green design is one of the hottest trends that has been growing in spaces both old and new, and bringing nature inside has never looked better with what awaits in this month's Curios Box. Vibrant living walls, sustainably certified interiors and eco-friendly products that use recycled materials continue to be the ways in which companies exercise their green thumbs. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2WPsxuB via IFTTT

How Haptics and Color Affect Us

The atmosphere of a space creates haptic reactions in our bodies that leave impressions upon our psyche. We remember memorable spaces. The importance of making a great impression makes all the difference in workspaces and interior design in general. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2JkhvdA via IFTTT

Inside Interiors: A Look at the Applications of VR, AR and 360-Degree Media for Designers

New digital technologies – like virtual and augmented reality, along with 360-degree devices – are increasingly becoming cost-effective ways to transform interior spaces. Learn the differences between each and how you can use them on your next design project. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2JwrHyO via IFTTT

Stantec Tower Opens as Western Canada’s Tallest Structure

The Stantec Tower is the tallest structure of its kind in western Canada. The mixed-use building is officially open for business and has already achieved several sustainability certifications. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2V7LzKN via IFTTT

IIDA College of Fellows Share Thoughts on the Future of Design

The 2019 IIDA College of Fellows share what they think and hope the next 25 years in design will bring. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/306HdHJ via IFTTT

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ASID Thought Leaders See Demand for Interior Design

As part of the 2019 ASID Outlook and State of Interior Design report, the American Society of Interior Designers examined perspectives from current industry thought leaders. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/302tyRI via IFTTT

How Draper Created A Shading Solution for Angled Windows

Gordon Parks Arts Hall has a beautiful envelope with breaks in the glass and angled windows – but finding any solar shading that would work proved difficult. Draper stepped in to help. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2LnJxqp via IFTTT

Design Core Detroit Engages Local Community

Design Core Detroit is the only U.S. city to be officially designated as a City of Design by UNESCO. Learn more about the nonprofit's initiatives and the results of its latest report, which highlights the progress of inclusive design projects across the city.   More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2DLsYOV via IFTTT

Voxman Music Building Illuminated by a Symphony of Light

The University of Iowa’s new Voxman Music Building incorporates lighting fixtures and designs that allow students and staff to optimize musical harmony. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2UWraIH via IFTTT

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How 2019 Designer of the Year Malene Barnett Blurs the Line Between Art and Design

The interiors+sources 2019 Designer of the Year and founder of Malene B delves into fine art along with her custom rug work – proving that interior designers don’t have to be defined by one label. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2J7fLn6 via IFTTT

Move Architecture and Design Innovation Forward by Trying New Things

Developments in furniture, finishes and materials begin with a better understanding of the opportunities and demands of the market—and our willingness to try new things. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2GUiIpm via IFTTT

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Remembering Ida Cohen, Co-Founder of Meyda Tiffany

Ida Cohen, the co-founder of Meyda Tiffany, passed away in April at the age of 99. Her legacy will live on through through her company, which continues to transcend decorative lighting fixtures. More... from Most Recent http://bit.ly/2V5o8qp via IFTTT