This Laminate Looks and Feels Like Real Wood 06/17/2019 Everyone loves the look and feel of real wood. But wood is not without its issues. Lisa Thornton from Egger Wood Products shares the many benefits of using laminate materials for items like desks and doors, including cost-effectiveness, lighter weight and more.
Camira Weaves Sustainability Into the Fibers of Its Fabric and Business Philosophy 06/14/2019 Camira's North American products are rich in wool, and so is its Chicago showroom. Hear how the company used sustainable fabric in rich jewel tones with spin top-like hanging fixtures to create a dramatic backdrop for NeoCon 2019.
NCARB Shares Updates On Architectural Licensing Requirements 06/13/2019 Christoph Trappe sat down with NCARB CEO Michael Armstrong at AIA in Las Vegas 2019 and got an update on what’s happening with the industry, the organization’s 100-year history of architectural codes and education as well as who the key players are and what actually goes into licensing architects.
When Should Designers Ask for Larger Surface Samples? [NeoCon] 06/12/2019 An expert from Wilsonart joins the I Hear Design podcast to discuss the importance of asking for larger samples of surface materials (laminate, quartz, etc.), especially when you’re considering a large-scale pattern. Listen now.
Mohawk’s Evidence-based Design at NeoCon: Carpet Patterns Reduce Stress 06/12/2019 Showcased at NeoCon 2019, Mohawk’s Relaxing Floors collection is a kind of experiment between art, science and human-centered design based on these fractal patterns they uncovered in nature that have been identified to draw in the human eye. It has a significant impact on stress reduction.
“Mapping” Out the Latest from Concertex and NappaTile 06/11/2019 Design Director Aaron Mensik shares the inspiration behind his new Topo collection for Concertex, along with his vision when designing the NappaTile showroom for NeoCon 2019.
Open Plan Overhaul: Helping Companies Fit As They Grow 06/11/2019 The open office dilemma poses a space issue for companies who find themselves growing out of their office setting. Christoph Trappe speaks with Cia Mooney from Watson about their solutions to this problem and how they help companies overcome these challenges.
Gemanco Design Shares Its Technological Evolution of the Classic Wallpaper 06/11/2019 Wallpaper technology—Christoph Trappe chats with Sandro Ciurcina from Gemanco Design about their evolution of the classic wallpaper. Sandro shares their new WaterProof System products for wet environments, like showers and gyms, 3D imaging as well as many other versatile options.
Multiple Meanings of Kirei: Clean, Green and Beautiful Design 06/11/2019 John Stein, founder of Kirei, is in the Materials Pavilion at NeoCon 2019, speaking with Christoph Trappe. John reflects on the history and meaning behind his company that helped unite green design and beauty in the design industry. He also talks about how far acoustic design has come and what role his company has played in educating designers.
Advice for Designers Flows Through Brentano's Water Collection 06/10/2019 All designers face the pressure of creating something new—remaining relevant in an ever-changing design industry. Iris Wang from Brentano has her own thoughts on this topic and shares her process with Christoph Trappe as well as the new Clear Water Collection at NeoCon 2019.