Sossego furniture includes designs by award-winning modern Brazilian designers Aristeu Pires, Domingos Tótora, and Guilherme Wentz in the United States. Sossego [so-SAY-go] is Portuguese for tranquility, reflecting the firm’s aim to purvey the Brazilian lifestyle of warm, relaxed, and welcomed comfort to North America.
Here's just a taste of the design you can expect from Sossego. Head over to the website for more!
Gisele Lounge
With over 35 years of experience crafting custom decorative glass for interior applications, Skyline Design extends its expertise to exterior architecture.
Check out more exterior glass images here!
Ceramic Frit Digital Printing
Ceramic inks are fired into the glass surface during the tempering process, creating vivid designs. The inks also add functionality such as solar control, light diffusion and transmission to glass.
• Resistance to UV light and weather
• Heavy metal-free inks
• Easily cleaned and maintained
• Recyclable and environmentally-friendly
Laminated Glass Preview!
Takeform takes wayfinding outside - Interior, Exterior, Campus, & Parking Structure wayfinding signage and environmental graphics. This project profile highlights some of what Takeform offers.
Established in 1890, in an idyllic lakeside community, Keuka College is a haven of higher education set on the shore of Keuka Lake, one of New York's renowned Finger Lakes.
The picture-perfect setting that is the Keuka College campus has its unique challenges. The school's steady expansion has led to its facilities being intermingled with private residences and businesses. From a collaborative perspective, the college's integration within the hamlet of Keuka Park offers mutually beneficial opportunities for both the college and community. However, the campus's blurred footprint made two important initiatives difficult. First, the development of a meaningful brand presence throughout the campus. Second, development of an effective vehicular wayfinding system that directs visitors to its widespread buildings and facilities.
Keuka College administration sought a singular solution to their brand and wayfinding challenge. That's where our project began…
Keep reading the blog post here!
Happy designing!
n Furniture Concept builds modular bench systems for grand seating in scale with grand indoor spaces. Additionally, our acoustic lighting products bring nature indoors in an unexpected and functional way.
Nova C Series
Leaf Lamp Series
OK, so it wasn't that hard, I just went on Office Snapshots, which is a great blog/site you should follow! Keep reading for another chance for a prize! Additionally, mark your calendars for Friday, February 16th for an Open House full of cookies and treats @ 157 S Jefferson from noon - 5pm. See you then!
Circo Stools | by Gensler | Thornton Tomasetti Offices
Ginkgo Lounge Chairs | by Philpotts Interiors | King's Hawaiian Offices
Ginkgo Side Chairs | by HOK and HYL Architecture | White & Case Offices
Rhombus Chairs | by Gensler | Shearman & Sterling Offices
Stem Table | by Gensler | Thornton Tomasetti Offices
Zen Side Chairs | by HOK and HYL Architecture | White & Case Offices
Cosentino has some great new Dekton colors. Following in the footsteps of Trilium, Dekton’s Industrial series was created to pay tribute to the beautiful imperfections of the metals and stone in all their different stages of ageing. Dekton’s unparalleled technology gives us the tools to explore and design outside the box and the result is a series of colors that celebrates these incredible materials. Check out the images here, and plan on visiting the warehouse to see them in person!
Check out the attached article in Office Insights by Mallory Jindra. She dives into Davis' design process and reports on the individual new pieces coming out this June. The mixed materials trend continues, bringing the warmth of wood back into the office. Simplicity of form and comfort are driving forces for Davis design.
design is a choice.
Cosentino presents a collection inspired by the most exotic and timeless stones, enriched with the benefits of Silestone. A unique collection that transforms any room into a timeless space
Patterned with a blueish and grey vein plus golden shades, it is one of the most desired natural stones in history due to its whiteness.
Greenish grey background with powerful white veins.
A bluey white surface with light and bright veins in grey and pink hues.
Jasmine is a grey-veined white stone with an essence of extreme purity.
An earthy background with grey and green hues, slightly veined in pure white. The sand finish of Serena evokes both softness and light.
With a deep black base and bright white veins, Marquina is one of the most exclusive and beautiful marbles found in nature.
Manufacturers are watching the trends and filling the needs to be able to work anywhere and everywhere. From a healthcare setting where providers want to be more face to face with their patients, to education facilities where teachers want to work in small groups with students, to a smaller office without all the dedicated meeting rooms available in the past. Check out some of these solutions to help your clients get mobile!
Watson - The new provider station will roll out next week - stay tuned!
Peter Pepper - Axcess Mobile Desk
This mobile desk fulfills the needs of the nomadic user in any environment that is open and collaborative, bridging the gap between the cubicle and pedestal table. The work surface rotates around the pedestal to create your own configuration, while accessing storage and power. These can be locked and secured when not in use and stow away in a small footprint.
Martin Brattrud - Atomo
This little bug is great for any collaboration area. The swivel seat allows you to sit in any direction and re-position without the need to straddle the back. The arm/back rest is sturdy enough to lean on an an added solid surface top makes an excellent writing surface.
Davis, Peter Pepper, and Martin Brattrud - Laptop tables
These C-shape tables allow you to pull your work closer to you in a lounge setting.
Peter Pepper | Arrow | Mode
Davis | Poise
Martin Brattrud | Assembli
Chief - Mobile AV Carts
Some are more mini than others, but all are very mobile! This cart allows you to set up a conference or presentation in any space. Accessories allow you to mount not only the monitor, but also a CPU, DVD, or other equipment that may be required. There is even a fold-away model for ease of storage.
Paint it Pastel
Following suite to Pantone's colors of the year, rose quartz and serenity, many manufacturers were showcasing muted pastels. Skyline Design teamed with Dutch designers Scholton and Baijings to create the new Glass Gradients collection, winning the best of Neocon Silver award.
Show off the Surface
The form and function of the corporate office is shifting away from monotonous, contrived and rigid - toward beautiful, authentic, and flexible. More and more we hear the term uncorporate office being used to describe this new vision of the workplace. Watson has been approaching furniture design this way from the beginning. Some of the design-rich alternatives to conventional office finishes they are offering include exposed MDF natural edge, clear coat steel, felt, and craft surfaces.
(That's right! I'm your Watson rep for Eastern WA, Northern ID, and Western MT!)
Incorporate Resimercial Style
Resimercial (the combination of residential and commercial) is an industry trend that brings the home to work. Resimercial designs combine the intricacies of residential design within a commercial setting. Some leaders in this trend include European inspired Davisand Area International; and new to the trend are Krug and H Contract. Neocon introduced some excellent products that embody this trend.
Davis' Ginkgo and Sketch families have expanded even further this year to include mid back lounges, conference-style lounge pieces and arm chairs.
H Contract's latest collection, Canvas, features a modern design inspired by sleek architectural shapes along with the same attention to detail you’ve come to expect from H Contract. Canvas is defined by the beveled profile of the solid hardwood on the arms and tables.
Krug introduced a new wood frame chair (yet to be named!) that will fit into both healthcare and corporate settings with the lines of a mid-century home piece.
Choose Your Work Modes
Just as students learn through multiple modes, people work in many modes throughout the day. Offering options for a variety of settings can help employees be successful and stay engaged. Offices are now incorporating work cafes, media lounges, privacy booths, and team landing tables - all while staying connected by keeping power close by!
Krug has expanded multiple lines to accommodate these new work styles. Zola Privacy can create private booths or work in cafes. Combined with Artemis Media Hub, a work lounge is created.
Martin Brattrud's Assembli combines many work modes in one unique modular product. Offering both visual and acoustical privacy as well as a comfortable hang-out space, it provides a seating system that fulfills the needs of people meeting and collaborating in groups as well as people working independently.
Watson's Bahn is a power, voice, and data delivery solution designed for organizations that value modularity and simplicity in open plan environments.
Mix and Match Materials
Prioritizing beautiful form and practical functionality; Techniq tables by Davis incorporate polished metal, Fenix soft laminate or veneer top, and a pressed felt wire trough and modesty panel.
Valet occasional tables by Davis offer a new innovative solution. A study in geometric shapes, Valet is constructed from sleek metal bases and unique tray-like tops in veneer or melamine. Making an architectural statement, Valet tables are simple yet striking additions to any environment.
Peter Pepper's new desk, Nik structure is a powder-coat steel frame with a laminate wood grain top. The natural finish stands out against the smooth steel.
Make a Statement
From more effective wayfinding to magnified brand identity, Takeform's Amplify takes your space to an entirely new order of magnitude. One that will create an unforgettable impression of who you are. Because Amplify helps you build a world where your brand lives and breathes – in a big way.
Design is a choice!
Designed to cater to the open-plan layout and flexible approach of modern office spaces, these workbench desks promote interactive and collaborative work environments. Standing height provides a quick team landing station and seated height allows for longer brainstorm sessions.
Peter Pepper | GoTo Tables
Ideal for impromptu meetings, collaboration and short-term mobile multitasking. GoTo provides a connection place for focused tasks in public, airports, lobby, meeting, lounge, in-between and third spaces.
The pedestal has an enclosed rounded triangular steel base finished in powder coated colors. Convenient hooks for messenger bags, purses and backpacks are located under the top frame assembly. Optional power module contains (2) 120v, 15 amp receptacles and (2) USB charging ports. The powder coated steel construction offers a sturdy, but visually lightweight design available in a variety of finishes. Top surfaces available in Compact HPL and 3D laminate.
Krug | Ando
The perfect solution for getting people together, wherever that might be: it’s sleek and minimal, but with an unmistakable presence. Beautifully made, it features an exquisite mitering detail where the two planes join together. It’s available in a range of standard and custom hand-selected veneers and laminates, and a full range of sizes.
Enwork | Sawhorse
Sawhorse tables are sturdy and fun! It’s a simple take on a timeless design. Sawhorse bases are available for conference and training table applications.
Enwork | Statement
Statement. You’ll like what it says and how it works. Substantial and comfortable, Statement blends with the architectural envelope, leveraging expressive materials with a reserved aesthetic. Consistent with Modernist design principles, the exposed Baltic Birch Ply top and finely mitered ply bases proudly feature the beauty and complexity of the underlying wood. Hidden steel channels encased within the Statement bases convey necessary wiring and cabling for convenient user access without visual disruptions.
Davis | Mez
Mez is a perfect balance of hard edges, soft curves, and interesting shapes. This table series creates an appealing aesthetic in cafes, bars, collaborative areas, and small meeting spaces. The Mez Series continues to grow, from the most petite café tables to double-based meeting tables reaching 120 inches in width. Mez is also offered with power surface options.
Davis | Prat
Prat is the iconic reimagining of a classic table design. Clean and simple, Prat tables are unhindered in the beauty and sleekness of its design. With a broad range of functions from conference rooms to cafes, Prat is one of Davis’s most highly customizable pieces.
Davis | Tre
Tre barstool is offered in bar, counter, and lounge heights, taking Tre into a variety of areas and occasions from casual, collaborative workspaces and libraries to corporate cafes and hospitality settings.
Taking Tre’s molded plywood technology to the next level, Tre Bar Table is the counterpart to Tre barstool. Offering a magnificent complement to the popular line, this bar height table opens a world of opportunities to the Tre family.
With the continuing trend of open-plan offices and a focus on collaboration, more informal spaces have emerged to include lounge seating that allow for brainstorming, collaboration, and heads-down work. Still, whether working or socializing, some degree of privacy creates a more comfortable atmosphere.
Side by Side brings a limitless list of opportunities in modular office seating. Characterized by the smooth curvature of the chair design, this modern age office series creates new worlds of possibilities. The sleek style is uniform for every piece of this series. Side by Side is not designed in the image of other office furniture; Side by Side creates its own image.
From a simple single seat unit to a sweeping curved unit, Radius Lounge Series offers an extensive modular seating collection to fit any contemporary lounge environment. Soft round upholstery elevated by tubular steel legs creates a classic design statement. An extension of the Radius Lounge series, this high back version offers intimate seating in open areas. This design is exceptional for hotel lobbies, corporate lounges, student lounges, or any environment where additional privacy is preferred.
Pixley
Pixley’s organic curves soften and adapt, defining space without separation. Mix colors, fabrics, textures, and styles for a fresh, organic ambiance. Use Pixley benches with backs to define space and add privacy. Include the Stadium Shelf to create a highly functional, multi-tiered collaboration solution. Power and USB charging options are right at hand.
Zola Privacy
Zola Privacy takes public seating and collaborative workspaces to a new level of function and sophistication. It’s a modern solution for modern people. Zola Privacy creates space that artfully accommodates groups, teams and multiple users with exceptional comfort and style. With three back heights (34”, 38” and 50”) in both curved and rectilinear forms, Zola offers almost unlimited configuration for a multitude of applications: reception spaces, waiting areas, meeting space, library settings, and more.
Reveal
Designed by Brian Graham for lounge areas, casual work, and collaborative work settings, the Reveal Collection offers unlimited flexibility in seating and table configurations. The collection includes lounge chairs, ottomans, and sofas with low, mid, and high backs, Freestanding tables are available in varying heights, top shapes, sizes, and with a centered and off-set post.
Custom Banquettes
Custom built-in or freestanding options can create privacy and be a huge impact in any space.
Cosentino has been crazy busy this past year rolling out over 30 Dekton colors and textures for an incredible range of design options!
Check out all the collections here!
X-GLOSS is the new family of polished Dekton surfaces that presents an extraordinary crystalline shine. A unique new finish, this polish offers a radiant sparkle unlike any other, while maintaining the well-known physical resilience of Dekton.
These solid neutrals cover the range from cool to warm. They can compliment any space whether interior or exterior.
From its texture to its finish, these naturals capture the elemental allure of limestone, marble, and stone without the upkeep required of the natural material.
Exterior cladding on a single family home in Spain.
Flooring in a Philadelphia condo.
Flooring and stairs in a Barcelona stadium.
Walls and flooring at Microsoft in Israel.
Exterior tile, direct adhesive in Chicago.
Tables and countertops at Newark airport.
Rooftop patio in Chicago.
Whether you were able to stop by my booths or not, I wanted to remind you all of the great products we showed!
Kayser Wesner Booth 29:
Dauphin
Junxion Wedge - Junxion offers a combination of collaborative, instructional and focus solutions for today’s open space fl oor plans. More than an innovative line of soft seating, Junxion is, at its core, a space enhancement methodology that provides integrated power and data ports for work and collaborative spaces while maintaining privacy.
Lucille Ball - Lucille brings bounce and flexibility to your sit that will help you think big and push innovative ideas. This versatile seat is perfect for collaborating with your colleagues and provides a fun break from sitting in a traditional chair. Also great for reception areas, Lucille delivers a sense of humor while you wait.
Octave Stool - Let every conversation commence on a high note with Octave Stools. These stools are available with a round or square cushion, in a wide range of fabrics. The stools feature an adjustable height cylinder on a circular polished metal base which returns the seat to its original height and orientation when weight is removed.
Entice Table - Entice is a small but sturdy pull-up side table that perfectly accents seating to provide a place for you to use your electronic devices, relax with refreshments, or simply to hold a newspaper or magazine. This silver coated metal based table with white back painted oval glass, comes together easily and was designed for lounge height to complement any environment.
Martin Brattrud
Xavier Table - Shown at Reveal in beautiful walnut top and painted brass legs.
Fold Table - Carrera Marble stone top with polished legs.
Davis - Poise Table, A Chair
Poise Table - Poise, a lightweight and highly mobile laptop table, is perfect for many office settings. Made with a tabletop that provides ample workspace, Poise provides convenience in a stylish way.
A Chair - A minimalistic, no-nonsense design by Jehs+Laub, the A-Chair is the ideal side chair. The eye-catching A-frame of the base borders the seat on either side with a distinctive style that sheds light on the chair’s namesake. Perhaps the best feature is the A-chair’s versatility. Whether it is in offices, waiting rooms, cafés, classrooms, or boardrooms, the A-Chair is the picture-perfect fit.
Cosentino Booth 57:
Brand New Dekton Colors!! Including large-scale patterns and high-gloss solids!
http://www.dekton.com/usa/colors/
And in the IIDA Lounge:
Peter Pepper Products
Pickup Table - PickUp is a portable and stackable small table designed specifically to complement seating situations where a multipurpose work surface is needed. The perfect complement for informal meetings, collaborative brainstorming sessions, or as an individual work table. The unique design can be stacked for easy storage, and five tables can be arranged in a circle to create a single 32" round table. The practical cutout detail in the top acts as a carrying handle and can also be used for wire management.
Martin Brattrud
Tripod Table - Glacier White Corian Top. This small scale table is much more substantial than it looks!
Nevins
Coast Ottoman - The Coast Seating Collection was inspired by the natural shapes created by the passing of time. Whether sitting or swiveling, communication becomes the cornerstone for creative collaboration in today’s modern work space.
Hospitals and clinics have a very broad clientele, not only their immediate patients, but also their friends and families. Many situations require family to hunker down and stay a while. For the products I represent, Krug is the gold standard in healthcare. However, not all projects are created equal. Ask the question if any of these features are required in the space:
Seat Height - an increased seat height will be easier for most body types and ages to get in and out of. Generally, a height of 17" - 19" is a good bet. Lower than that, and some folks may have a harder time. If you decide a lower seat height is appropriate, be sure to include arms that can be used to assist the person when getting in and out of the chair.
Clean Outs - This is a space at the back of the seat that allows dirt, debris and liquid to fall to the floor for easy clean up and maintenance. Many are designed into the seat, keeping aesthetics in mind. This feature does not have to detract from your design.
Removable Covers & Replacement Components - Some manufacturers offer replacement seat and back covers for a more thorough cleaning. The manufacturer may also offer major components to be field replaced. Hospital waiting areas can receive a lot of ware and this feature can be a very cost effective solution if damage occurs.
Finish Durability - The Krug Enduraguard finish, a proprietary catalyzed varnish formulation, has been repeatedly shown, through independent laboratory testing, to be the industry leader in durability and abrasion resistance. The Krug finish looks better longer than competitors, and is uniquely suited to the demands of healthcare environments.
Anti Microbial - Many Krug wood surfaces come with a uniquely-formulated anti-microbial finish that inhibits the growth of molds and mildews. Surfaces coated in this finish will have reduced fungal growth, and spores from germs, microbes and bacteria will not multiply on the wood. Facilities managers love this. With the new healthcare laws in place, facilities do not receive payment if their patients get sick while under the facility's care. Every clean surface matters.
Davis - Ginkgo Product Line Extension
Enwork - Avant Height Adjustable Benching
Avant features anchored storage bases for a clean aesthetic that fully conceals the leg mechanisms. An embedded chip allows users to control the worksurface height from their smart device.
Krug - Zola Privacy
The popular Zola modular lounge now has even more to love! A high or medium back gives more visual and acoustic privacy. You can even add an acrylic panel for extra height and texture.
Dauphin - Speedo Task Chair
Flexible in color with lots of mesh fabrics to choose from and easy to assemble with just three clicks
Skyline Design - Digital Glass Portfolio
Skyline Design's Digital Glass Portfolio has teamed with many artists, the newest is Bonnie Edelman. Her photography is an expression of color, light, and movement. Her slow shutter speed technique creates a blurred, prismatic landscape.
Transit adds brightness and clarity to your parking garage. Choose from one of 24 styles, or create your own!
Martin Brattrud - Assembli Modular Work/Relax/Collaborate
Assembli is a new modular product with so many configuration options. You can create workspaces, collaboration spaces, or just sit and relax spaces. The low walls and comfortable banquette seating create a cozy restaurant ambiance and create privacy for groups or individuals.
Peter Pepper Products - iBooth and StackR Stool
An innovative enclosure designed for today's mobile world of interactive devices, where connection is everywhere but privacy is limited. The Stackr chair is cantilevered to hang off the edge of the worksurface or stack out of the way.
Enwork is now available on TCPN contract R142204.
Because this contract goes through a nationally solicited competitive process, public agencies can be ensured that they are getting the best products at the best prices with the best service.
Additional information about TCPN can be obtained here.
We focus on our customers by providing high quality, design-oriented products at price points and service levels unparalleled in the marketplace. Leverage the purchasing power of our TCPN Contract and have peace of mind that you’ll be receiving the best products at the best prices with the best service.
Environmental graphics are all the rage and there are so many ways to incorporate your graphic designs and wayfinding into your projects. Moxie by Takeform is one of the most versatile of these options!
Print any image on these aluminum composite panels. The image is protected by a moisture, UV, chemical and scratch resistant overlay that preserves color and extends life. Moxie panels are engineered and tested for healthcare environments There are no natural fibers to harbor bacteria. Moxie stands up to strong hospital disinfectants and you can even remove panels for cleaning.
Think of Moxie as both artwork and a continuation of your wayfinding signage package.
Create an unexpected linear graphic and carry your brand throughout the space.
This before and after shows how you can dress up a bland elevator lobby to not only provide healing views, but also accentuate the graphic wayfinding and create recognition of arrival.
Make identification labels and signage more visual and engaging.
The height-adjustable desk trend has made its way into all sorts of other tables. The ergonomic benefits have been well-documented, but just remember, the key is to make posture changes throughout the day.
Enwork incorporates height adjustablity to their Grid system, both as completely integrated, or freestanding.
Our newest line, Area International, offers a pneumatic base with a sleek square pedestal, taking a work table or dining table from seated height to cocktail height.
Nevins continues to have multiple options for adjustability in both pin height and pneumatic.
Nevins beautiful Parsons style conference table is now available with electrical height adjustment. They've expanded their height adjustable portfolio to include a few other options as well.
And you don't have to stick with squares and circles - Enwork can create a whole corner desk unit for your ergonomic needs!
