Sit, Stay, Work: Central Bark Redefines Inclusive Office Design

More than a simple pet bed, this "shelter" unit by DARRAN integrates seamlessly with professional workstations to foster a truly inclusive environment. Designed by Chrissy Fehan and Maison Fee, Central Bark is a groundbreaking office furniture solution specifically crafted for service animals. Featuring sound-dampening, PFAS-free upholstery, locally sourced materials, warm lighting, and expandable beds to accommodate various breeds, Central Bark was crafted with sustainability in mind. By prioritizing the needs of neurodivergent individuals and those requiring physical assistance, Central Bark proves that high-end aesthetics and functional accessibility can "sit and stay" together.

Colombian Furniture Maker Fango Takes on Deforestation

Can you believe this furniture collection isn’t made from trees? Designed by Medellín-based Fango Design Studio, the Ibuju collection reimagines furniture through an environmentally conscious lens. Crafted from yaré, a rapidly renewable Amazonian vine harvested without cutting down trees, the collection includes a table, bench, and stool woven by Colombian artisans. Created by Fango founder Francisco Jaramillo, Ibuju highlights the responsibility designers share in using local resources thoughtfully and sustainably.

5 Smart & Beautiful New Window Treatments

Whether they help dim a conference room for a presentation or stop streetlights from disturbing guests in hotel rooms, window treatments play a pivotal role in creating comfortable interior spaces. These five shading systems—from beautiful drapery made of natural materials (including aloe!) to whisper-quiet motorized drives—can work alone or as part of larger automated systems to create better indoor environments while lowering operational costs.

From Fishing Nets to Recycled Fibers: Aquafil’s Bespoke Collection

The Bespoke Collection from Aquafil Group turns trash from landfills, waterways, and oceans into beautiful fibers reminiscent of wool, silk, and natural fibers. It's also 100% recycled, 100% recyclable, and infinitely regenerable. Available in three finishes—ECONYL ReLana (inspired by wool), ECONYL ReSeta (recalls silk), and ECONYL Terra (an alternative to natural fiber)—Bespoke delivers the durability, performance, and benefits of regenerated nylon.

Isn’t it Iconic? B+N Builds on a Classic

Conventional wisdom says it’s best not to mess with something iconic. But B+N Industries does it anyway. The brand is evolving its popular Iconic Panels wall-cladding line with two new collections: Architects and Hypernature. Where the Architects Collection draws inspiration from the built world with patterns named Eero, Frank, Norman, and Zah, Hypernature turns to nature by reimagining familiar organic forms into bold, textured wall reliefs that feel both recognizable and fresh.

5 Sustainable Stars in Resilient & Hardwood Flooring

Whether they are reclaimed, renewable, or recycled, sustainable floors are now the expectation—not the exception—for today’s commercial interiors. Here are five wood, resilient, and engineered wood floors from Mohawk, HempWood, Pioneer Millworks, Parador, and Patcraft that can help occupants, installers, and designers meet their green goals, while breathing a bit easier in the process.

How Investment Banker Chris Yerolemou Pivoted to Bespoke Millwork

What happens when an investment banker takes over a legacy millwork shop? Growth—with intention. Axos Designs founder Chris Yerolemou shares how he’s scaling handcrafted production, expanding into a 30,000-square-foot facility, and modernizing operations while keeping old-world craftsmanship firmly intact.

Brooklyn’s Ottra—A Furniture Maker with Architectural DNA

Brooklyn-based Ottra is redefining what architect-led furniture can look like. Founded by Adam and Sofia Zimmerman, the firm turns out bold, sculptural, solid-wood pieces that double as “landing points and landmarks” in any space. From their Red Hook warehouse studio on the Brooklyn waterfront, a team of artisans fabricates furnishings and objects by combining expertise in both architecture and furniture design—including a standout, solid-wood, elliptical staircase and an 8-foot-diameter rolling mirror intended for a large-scale space such as an atrium or lobby. Designers are increasingly mixing Ottra’s handcrafted work with standard commercial lines to bring warmth, artistry, and a bespoke touch to offices, community centers, and more.

5 Portable LED Lamps That Take Mood Lighting Mobile

Nothing can ruin the ambience at a dimly lit, romantic restaurant faster than someone shining their harsh iPhone light. Talk about an etiquette faux pas! Granted, we all can use a little extra illumination at times—whether it’s when reading the fine print in a dark restaurant or working in the office late-night. But there must be a better way, no? It turns out these five stylish, rechargeable, and portable LED lamps from Ambientec, QU Lighting, Buster + Punch, Established + Sons, and Vibia fit the bill. Take them on the move to provide just the right amount of light exactly when and where you need it.

Meet SUPERWOOD—Reengineered Timber That Can Outperform Steel

It may sound too good to be true, but it’s very real! It’s SUPERWOOD, a reengineered material that’s four to 20 times stronger than natural timber—and potentially four times lighter in structural applications. Developed by material scientist Liangbing Hu and introduced by InventWood in October, the product compresses and restructures cellulose at the molecular level to deliver durability, dent resistance, and even Class A fire performance. Full building-code approval is still ahead, but designers can already reserve SUPERWOOD for 2026 in categories like siding, decking, and fencing.

5 Unbelievably Appealing Upholsteries You Need to Know

Boring beige blah interiors, begone! As Momentum Textiles & Wallcovering predicts warmer, softer, more biophilic design directions for 2026, five standout upholstery introductions show how durability and style now go hand in hand. Nassimi’s Hyphyn offers a truly biodegradable, low-VOC vinyl alternative; HBF Textiles’ Feel & Form celebrates moody tactility; Luum Textiles’ Earthbound elevates recycled chenille; Concertex’s Kaleido Collection reimagines childhood wonder in performance textiles; and Designtex rounds out the mix with Italian-made patterns bursting with color and character.

SouthLoft's Parametric Bench Blends Form, Function, and Durability

Furniture maker Colby Murphy of SouthLoft didn’t just create a bench—he reverse-engineered an algorithmic fever dream into a sculptural showstopper built for real-world use. When an interior designer floated the idea of a parametric bench, Colby dove into parametric design with zero prior knowledge. After intense research, creative freedom, and plenty of experimentation, he delivered a functional art piece that commands attention in any space. Crafted from European polar core plywood and finished with sleek Italian acrylic polyurethane, the bench is now part of SouthLoft’s growing product line.

Lincoln, a Chic New Sit-Stand Desk/Console Brings Serious Charm

Room & Board for Business knows how to do resi-mercial right. Just look at Lincoln, the height-adjustable worksurface/console dreamed up with Gensler. Think warm woods, clean geometry, and tech that stays politely out of sight. This piece fits in just about anywhere, whether it’s heading to a C-suite, hotel lobby, or home office. It’s thoughtful, flexible, and clearly designed by people who understand how we actually work and live—shifting, multitasking, and craving a space that supports it all. Lincoln proves that function doesn’t have to sacrifice personality, and that a well-made piece can elevate an entire space.

Q&A: Colby Murphy Discusses His Design Ethos and Creative Process

Artisan furniture-maker Colby Murphy has an eye for form and craft that enabled him to transform a one-man garage workspace into SouthLoft Crafted Concepts, a bona fide design and production studio founded in 2014 in Dallas. With tenacity, grit, and a client-centric approach, Colby and his team create American-made, solid-wood, custom furniture—for both commercial and residential clients—that’s meant to stand the test of time. We tapped Colby to learn more about his process, inspiration, and the story behind an artistic bench so striking that people aren’t sure they can actually sit on it.

Say Hi to Hyphyn Biodegradable Vinyl

Somewhere along the quest to make performance textiles indestructible, the industry veered off course—but Nassimi is pulling it back with Hyphyn, the first biodegradable vinyl for commercial interiors. It performs exactly like traditional vinyl (hello, hospitals, schools, and airport lounges) but breaks down after disposal thanks to a clever enzyme system. No microplastics, no toxins, no problem. Safe during use and superstar-sustainable after, Hyphyn has already made waves at NeoCon, HCD Expo, and BDNY. With distributor collaborations underway and more designs coming, Nassimi’s just getting started.

Check Out the Curves on Disco-rectangle by Infinity Drain

Not your typical circular or linear drain, Disco-rectangle is turning heads with its unique pill-box shape that Infinity Drain designed based on a client request. Now introduced as a new collection in 10 finish options, this sleek little tile insert drain is available to you too.

Collaborative Seating Rolls Into the Modern Workplace