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Discover the top stories about influential space makers in the industry.
NeoCon 2025: June 9th-11th
Since 1969, NeoCon has been the design industry's premier gathering place, serving as a dynamic hub for innovation, creativity, and collaboration. For over five decades, this iconic event has brought together designers, architects, manufacturers, and thought leaders to explore the future of commercial design. It’s a must-attend event for anyone passionate about shaping the spaces where we work, learn, and live.
Selling Something People Don’t Know They Need with Kathleen Egan | Predictable Revenue Podcast
Sustainability in construction is no longer optional. It’s a business imperative.
ABI-LAB: Pioneering Biotechnology Innovation in MetroWest Boston
In the ever-evolving landscape of biotechnology, where rapid advancements and discoveries shape the future of health and science, innovation hubs play a crucial role.
New Podcast Appearance
Here’s the deal: sustainability isn’t about flashy promises. It’s about execution!
Archatrak: Paving the Way to a Sustainable Future
Archatrak is a leading brand in the building and paving industry, known for its broad selection of porcelain pavers and commitment to sustainable and innovative solutions. This article will explore three key areas where Archatrak excels: solar reflectance, heat islands, and the longevity of porcelain.
BABA, Supporting the Future while Staying in the Lines
The Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act, enacted as part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act on November 15, 2021, establishes a domestic content procurement preference for all federal financial assistance obligated for infrastructure projects after May 14, 2022. This mandate requires that all iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in covered infrastructure projects be produced in the United States. The goal is to strengthen domestic supply chains, support American manufacturing, and create jobs while investing in critical infrastructure.
Company Spotlight: Unika Vaev
Unika Vaev is a design-focused company specializing in acoustic solutions. With a strong foundation in innovative design, the company offers acoustic treatments that seamlessly blend functionality with aesthetics. Commited to sustainability, Unika Vaev integrates eco-conscious materials and modern design principles into its products, making them ideal for enhancing interior spaces while addressing sound control needs. The brand is known for its modular, customizable solutions, catering to both commercial and residential environments.
FORBES Article: The Great Green Retreat
In a recent article on Forbes.com, our CEO and Co-Founder Kathleen Egan sat down with Samantha Walravens of Geek Girl Rising to talk about how politics is changing the face of sustainability in the U.S. and around the globe.
Sherwin-Williams Coil and Extrusion Coatings: Innovating with Sustainability, Durability, and Superior Design
With an enduring commitment to durability, superior customer service and an ever-expanding palette of color, Sherwin-Williams Coil and Extrusion Coatings offer design and high performance to many industries, projects, and locations around the world.
Partnering for a Sustainable Future: Ecomedes and Haworth Drive Circular Design in the Workplace
As a valued partner to Haworth, Ecomedes is dedicated to supporting innovative sustainability initiatives that shape the future of design. In their latest article, Haworth explores the circular economy’s transformative role in reducing waste and reimagining workplace design through sustainable practices.
Spring Into a Fresh New Space
Embrace spring and bring freshness into your workplace with Dauphin’s Lounge Vibes Collection.
California Dreaming
Our dreams just got a little bigger with the newest additions to Durasein’s Dreamy Collection — Ever After and Sun Kissed. Explore the new surfaces in the Forum.
Providing Ergonomic Solutions for 54 Years
Dauphin’s innovative products have provided flexible solutions for over 54 years using a human-centered design approach. Read on to learn more about their history and commitment.
A More Humane Future
Grace Farms Announces New Slate of Design for Freedom Pilot Projects and Partnerships at Second Annual Summit, Bringing Together Leaders to Advance the Movement to Design and Build More Humanely
The Game Changer
Louisiana State University wanted to create a place of respite and restoration for their football team, the Tigers, as part of a reimagining of their Football Operations Center. Together with OFS, they built an oasis for their players to connect and rejuvenate between games.
Minding the Gap
In this episode, Jen talks with Impact Icon Jane Rohde, Founder, and Principal at JSR Associates, a healthcare and senior living design firm developing programming, planning, and care models that focus on the desired outcomes of residents, patients, staff, family, and visitors. Jane believes in a global, cultural shift toward de-institutionalized senior living facilities through research, advocacy, and humanistic approaches to care. She is a consummate professional, a voracious consumer of knowledge, and so incredibly kind.
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2023 Colors of the Year
See how Feeney’s ColorEasy™ matches up with this year’s chosen colors from industry tastemakers.
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Powered for Growth
Design build firm Dacon creates the New England division location for Edwards Vacuum, a designer and manufacturer of technology parts for the semiconductor sector.
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The Great Connector
In this episode, Jen Levisen is joined by Impact Icon Jon Strassner of American Society of Interior Designers and Break Some Dishes. Jon shares his tips for doing business with friends, why sustainability isn't enough, and how we just need to get comfortable with being uncomfortable.
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Top Spa and Fitness Center Designs
A new class of spa and fitness center designs has emerged with high-design decor, luxe amenities, and unique touches sure to make experiences memorable for guests. Here are our editors' top picks from across Mortarr and ecomedes.
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Phoenix Rising
In our first Impact Icons episode, Jen talks with Brandi Susewitz, Founder and CEO of Reseat, an award-winning digital platform automating and transforming the process of reselling high-quality office furniture across the country.
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Greenbuild 2022 — Our Most Memorable
From a community beach clean-up, to the beta launch of mindful MATERIALS' Portal, to a data-driven happy hour — IRL has never been more impactful or heart-warming as it was at the 20th annual Greenbuild International Conference. Here are some of the Ecomedes, Inc.’s team’s top moments.
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Less Waste, More Waves
Ecomedes, Inc. kicked of the 20th annual Greenbuild International Conference + Expo with a happy hour and beach clean-up on San Francisco’s iconic Baker Beach. To help lead the clean-up efforts, we were joined by our friends at 5 Gyres Institute.
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Making Its Mark
Originally built in the early 1950's as post-war affordable housing, Atlanta’s The Kimpton Sylvan Hotel has been artfully re-imagined into a boutique urban retreat with a distinctive mid-century modern design. Feeney walks us through.
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Products That Work Wherever You Work
With the workplace continuing to evolve, Allsteel introduces the Forum to three new products that can work wherever you work — Mural, O6 and Pli.
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