In this issue… COE Distributing opens a 225,000-sq-ft Charlotte distribution center/showroom with an April 30 grand opening; Actiu launches in the U.S. ahead of a NeoCon 2026 debut; Framery heads to Zeeland; Allsteel refreshes its Boston showroom into a five-zone, human-centric workplace experience; ABI March 2026 lands at 49.8 with rising inquiries/backlogs amid uncertainty; DIRTT cites March awards signaling demand for faster, cost-certain interiors. Ennead and CannonDesign merge while keeping Ennead’s identity; the AI boom widens the gap between trophy offices and the rest, and AI/robotics firms surge as Bay Area space users; Chicago’s Loop evolves into a multi-node mixed-use district; office pricing softens even as vacancy dips; leasing gains face macro headwinds; AI firms drive big London office deals; the design industry moves to claim tariff refunds after a Supreme Court ruling; Haworth’s CSR report spotlights renewable power and circularity; MillerKnoll earns a Forbes culture nod. Workplace coverage tracks coworking’s shift to mid-sized markets, AI’s limited near-term UK job impact, rebuilding healthier work through prevention/support, employers tightening benefits and flexibility, flexible offices dominating demand in India, the health toll of stress, office vacancy easing as coworking expands, and AI power users boosting office collaboration. Product highlights include new hospitality-style guest seating (KFI), biophilic surfaces (3form), travel-space furniture (Studio TK), recycled-PET acoustic ceilings (Turf), HON’s Kvadrat textiles, new Ez‑Kleen vinyl (Mitchell Group), Kettal’s U‑Type task chair, and a healthcare privacy booth by ROOM + Carolina; design insights explore campus spaces adapting for hybrid learning.

Workplace stressors such as long hours, job insecurity, and harassment contribute to over 840,000 annual deaths worldwide, linking psychosocial risks to cardiovascular disease, mental health disorders, and a loss of 45 million healthy life years. Approximately 35 % of workers exceed 48 hours per week, with extended hours dramatically raising the risk of stroke and heart disease, while nearly a quarter experience workplace violence or harassment. These health impacts translate into economic losses exceeding 1 % of global GDP each year. To mitigate the crisis, companies should redesign work structures, manage workloads, set clear expectations, ensure adequate staffing, and provide mental‑health support, flexible adjustments, and fair return‑to‑work policies.

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(L to R) Jonas Allers Wismer, Senior Vice President, M&A, Group Business Development and Strategy at Flokk, Henning Karlsrud, CEO at Flokk, Chris Benjamin, CEO at Spec Furniture

Flokk Acquires Spec Furniture to Expand North American and Healthcare Market Presence

Actiu Launches U.S. Operations, Targeting High-End Contract Furniture Market

Framery to Launch U.S. Manufacturing in Michigan, Planting Flag in West Michigan’s Furniture Hub

COE Distributing Expands National Footprint with New Charlotte Warehouse and Showroom, Announces Grand Opening

Allsteel Unveils Newly Reimagined Boston Showroom Design

Allsteel has unveiled a newly redesigned Boston showroom that serves as an experiential, human‑centric space showcasing adaptable, flexible workplace solutions. Organized into five zones—Welcome Experience, Social Collaborative, All‑Day Café, User Choice & Variety, and Dedicated Focus Spaces—the showroom demonstrates how thoughtful design can support diverse work styles, digital equity, and inclusive participation for both in‑person and remote users. It also highlights Allsteel’s commitment to sustainability through responsible materials and circular design, while offering a venue for tours, events, and client engagement at 200 State Street, Boston.

DIRTT Reports March Commercial Activity Reflecting Demand for Faster, More Cost-Certain Construction Solutions

DIRTT Environmental Solutions reported a series of March 2026 commercial project awards worth over $9 million, including a Canadian government contract exceeding $8 million and two New York projects for Google totaling more than $1 million. Major clients span government, healthcare, technology, and professional services, highlighting demand for faster, cost‑certain interior construction. The company emphasized its focus on predictable budgets, shorter timelines, and minimal disruption, while broader economic conditions are pushing customers toward projects with clearer financial parameters.

ABI March 2026: Architecture firm billings approach growth

In March, the Architecture Billings Index hovered near neutral at 49.8, indicating almost equal numbers of firms reporting rising and falling billings, while new project inquiries increased and average backlogs reached 6.6 months, the highest since December 2023. Regional trends showed a modest billings uptick in the West, with softer conditions elsewhere, and most specialties except mixed reported slight gains. Despite a potential turnaround in firm billings after three years, ongoing geopolitical tensions and broader economic pressures could hinder recovery. Employment in construction and architectural services grew modestly, yet inflation surged, driven by a 0.9% monthly CPI rise and a 10.9% jump in energy costs. Nearly all firm leaders track key project benchmarks—fees, design hours, project type, and cost metrics—with 97% still adhering to traditional design phases, though many report shorter design development and construction document phases and a longer construction administration phase. A small segment has altered or combined phases due to technology, new workflow models, or non‑sequential processes.

MillerKnoll Recognized on Forbes' America's Best Employers for Company Culture 2026 List

MillerKnoll was named to Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Company Culture 2026 list, highlighting its commitment to a collaborative, trust‑based workplace that empowers associates to grow and innovate. The company emphasizes initiatives such as its Global Day of Purpose and the Watercarrier recognition for long‑tenured employees, reinforcing a culture that drives employee engagement, professional development, and long‑term performance while supporting its broader mission of design for the good of humankind.

Haworth Group Releases Corporate Social Responsibility Report

The 2025 Corporate Social Responsibility Report highlights Haworth Group’s ongoing sustainability progress, emphasizing a closed‑loop manufacturing process that cut 755 tonnes of CO₂e, achievement of 100 % renewable electricity for global operations, and a significant reduction in Scope 3 emissions with 6,289 tonnes of furniture diverted from landfills. Additionally, the company reports that all North American Haworth brand products are PFAS‑free and BIFMA‑certified at LEVEL 3, has conducted neurodiversity research to foster workplace inclusivity, and engaged over 1,100 staff from 17 countries in community volunteering, underscoring its commitment to people, circular economy, and operational performance.

One of Architecture's Most Strategic Mergers Just Dropped

Ennead Architects and CannonDesign are merging, with Ennead becoming a distinct studio within the larger firm while retaining its identity and culture. The partnership aims to combine Ennead’s expertise in design, especially in civic, healthcare, education, and embassy projects, with CannonDesign’s global network of 1,600 designers and capabilities in consulting, smart buildings, and digital products. Both firms share a commitment to design that positively impacts communities and believe the merger will accelerate growth, expand service offerings, and create new collaborative opportunities without compromising Ennead’s unique strengths. The deal’s financial terms remain private, and the integration is positioned as a strategic move to enhance impact and innovation in the architecture industry.

The AI Boom Has Widened The Split Between Office Winners, Losers

The office market is split between a few premier towers that are thriving—driven by AI‑focused tenants—and a broader segment facing high vacancy and declining lease volumes. While AI firms are leasing large amounts of space in cities like San Francisco and New York, many landlords are shrinking footprints, converting office space to residential use, and pursuing value‑add acquisitions. Investment activity remains strong, with increased sales and capital flowing back into the sector despite macro‑economic headwinds and geopolitical uncertainties.

Office Pricing Softens Across Major Markets Despite Declining Vacancy

The U.S. office market is stabilizing with declining vacancy rates but still high overall, while coworking space share rises to 16.5%. Attendance averages 55%, and flexibility demands drive shorter leases and coworking‑like amenities. Vacancy fell to 17.8% nationally, with regional variations; listing rates dropped slightly, and many properties sold at discounts, especially in Los Angeles. New office construction continues modestly, and sales volumes are strongest in Miami, Dallas, and Washington, D.C. Overall, the sector shows gradual recovery, higher flexibility, and selective growth across major markets.

The design industry is filing for tariff refunds. What comes next?

The design industry faces a complex process to reclaim $166 billion in tariffs, with a new Customs portal for filing claims that can take 60–90 days and may encounter technical and legal hurdles. Companies are weighing whether to seek refunds, how to allocate any recovered funds, and whether to pass savings on to customers amid uncertainty over eligibility, processing delays, and potential lawsuits. Upcoming guidance and past examples show varied approaches, from keeping refunds internal to planning customer reimbursements, while political challenges could further impact the rollout.

Office Leasing Momentum Meets Rising Macroeconomic Headwinds

Office leasing is regaining momentum, with Q1 leasing activity up 7.6% YoY and approaching pre‑pandemic levels in many markets. Net absorption remains positive, reaching 3.5 million sq ft for the quarter and over 16 million sq ft annually, driven mainly by gateway cities. Large‑scale leases have rebounded, and technology leasing is up 35% year‑over‑year. However, employment in key office‑using sectors has fallen, and vacancy remains elevated at 22.2% (direct vacancy 20.1%). Supply constraints persist as inventory declines, construction pipelines shrink, and conversions remove additional space. Single‑asset office sales jumped 40% YoY to $11.5 billion, while delinquency rates rose to 11.41%, indicating lingering distress.

Robotics Companies Have Exploded As Bay Area Office Users

The rapid growth of AI and robotics in the Bay Area has driven a massive increase in office and industrial space demand, expanding from under 500,000 SF in 2020 to over 7.6 million SF in 2026, with further leases expected. Companies need high‑power flex spaces, but only a small portion of the industrial supply can meet these requirements, raising concerns about future scarcity. Landlords are upgrading power capacity to attract these firms, while the region’s AI talent concentration continues to fuel leasing activity across San Francisco and the South Bay.

Loop Revival Unfolds As Chicago's Center Of Gravity Spreads Out

The Loop’s post‑pandemic rebirth is shifting downtown Chicago from a single office‑centric hub to a mixed‑use, networked district, driven by office‑to‑residential conversions, tax‑increment‑financed projects, and major investments like Google’s move to the Thompson Center. This decentralization creates multiple neighborhood nodes that boost housing, diversify activity, and rely on transit connectivity, fostering a more resilient, multi‑modal urban fabric where work, living, and leisure are increasingly localized.

London Offices Get Scooped Up by AI Firms in Wave of Big Leasing Deals

AI firms are rapidly expanding their London footprint, securing large leases such as a 158,000‑sq‑ft space for about 800 employees and an 89,000‑sq‑ft site for roughly 550 staff, while repurposing vacancies left by earlier tech pullbacks. This growth reflects a broader trend of AI companies scaling teams and increasing physical presence in the city’s core office market.

4K Milano Design Week 2026: Salone del Mobile - Fiera Milano

Milano Design Week 2026 - we invite you to visit with us the Rho Fiera Milano designed by Massimiliano Fuksas to explore Salone del Mobile 2026 - we will walk through many different pavilions of the furniture and interior design, taking a look at Kartell, Edra, Antonio Lupi, Arper, Knoll, Pedrali and much more.

Salone del Moble .Milano 2026

A video walk-thru of Salone del Mobile Milano 2026

MillerKnoll CEO Andi Owen with textile and color designer Salem van der Swaagh

oozing inflatables shape this modular milan installation by USM and snøhetta

The installation, titled “Renaissance of the Real,” transforms Milan’s garden at Fondazione Luigi Rovati into an ethereal, modular landscape where USM’s steel grid frames a soft, inflatable textile volume designed by Snøhetta. The rigid framework creates open pathways and supports the delicate enclosure, blending structural precision with tactile softness. Visitors experience a seamless transition from the outdoor grid to an interior space that diffuses light, sound, and scent, encouraging focused, embodied perception. The project highlights the contrast and harmony between engineered order and material delicacy, showcasing innovative spatial choreography during Milan Design Week 2026.

Terri Katz VP of Sales at WB Wood NYC at the Halcon party in Milan

Ben Watson and Jeffrey Stutz of MillerKnoll

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Tiziana Zancan, Chief Human Resources Officer for Haworth Lifestyle Group, Stephen Viscusi, Bill Ward, CEO of Janus et Cie

Peter Kesaris Managing Director and his chic colleague from, the dealer Inside Source at the HALCON party

Girls just want to have fun in Milan!

Casey McNamara, Benjamin Brennan, Matt Bishop in Milan

(L to R): Matt Bishop of TPG, Georgia Brasfield – NJM Ltd, Benjamin Brennan – Gensler, Right Rear – Will Shih – Gensler, Anne Randazzo – Paul Weiss, Caroline Mattar-NJM Ltd., Currie Gardner -HLW, Jennifer Colon – TMA @ Lunch Hosted by NJM LTD of NYC at Baccaro Ristorante

Mid-Sized Markets Drive Latest Wave of Coworking Expansion

Coworking growth is now shifting to mid-sized U.S. markets, with the sector’s share rising to 2.8% and active locations increasing 3.2% to 9,136. While total coworking space grew 2.9% to 163.9 million sq ft, average site size fell slightly, and larger markets like Manhattan still host the biggest footprints. Secondary and tertiary markets are seeing diverse, mid‑sized hubs and community‑focused spaces, with notable expansions in cities such as Philadelphia, Tampa, and the Inland Empire. Membership pricing remains stable nationally at $220/month, though day passes and virtual office rates have risen. The market is now dominated by many independent operators, with the major brands controlling only 23% of locations.

Flexible Workspaces Now Drive 73% of Office Demand in India

Flexible workspaces now dominate office demand in India, capturing 73% of searches, with rapid growth in meeting room, virtual office, and day‑pass queries, while traditional leasing falls below 27%; interest is expanding beyond major cities to Tier‑2 locations and international users, and sustainability is influencing search behavior, as green‑certified office parks account for over two‑thirds of park‑related searches.

Office Vacancy Drops to 17.8%, While Coworking Expands Across the U.S.

Office vacancy fell to 17.8% in March, with most major metros seeing lower rates, though recovery varies across regions. New office construction remains limited, representing only 0.4% of total stock, while medical office projects now account for a quarter of new starts. Sales activity rose, totaling $12.8 billion in 549 deals, but many transactions were discounted, especially in Los Angeles. Manhattan led investment with over $1.8 billion in sales, followed by Miami and Dallas. Physical occupancy averages 55%, highlighting a gap between leased space and actual use. Coworking space expanded 16.5% year over year, now comprising about 2.3% of total office inventory.

Re-humanising the workplace: why prevention, support and standards matter more than ever

Workplace performance depends on treating stress, health, and emotional wellbeing as core business priorities, not optional “wellbeing” extras. The costs of inaction are high for employers and society, so organisations need to recognise stress hotspots early, improve visibility of data, and build cultures where people feel valued, supported, and able to speak up. Re-humanising the workplace means raising standards through prevention, practical support, and everyday leadership behaviours: line manager training, realistic workloads, early adjustments, and effective rehabilitation and return-to-work pathways. By strengthening emotional intelligence and focusing on relationships as well as policy, employers can reduce burnout and turnover while building trust, engagement, and resilience.

AI Power Users Are Leading the Return to the Office

AI power users are among the most collaborative and office‑present employees, contradicting early fears that AI would cause isolation. A large 2026 survey shows they spend less time working alone, use AI during real‑time collaboration, and foster stronger team relationships and innovation. This shift suggests offices need spaces that support fluid, AI‑enhanced teamwork, with better infrastructure for hybrid, interactive work and a focus on relational activities such as mentorship and network building.

Employers Have Regained Power - And Are Using It To Cut Benefits, Flexibility, And Morale

Employers have regained power, leading to tighter office mandates, reduced benefits, and diminished employee flexibility, as companies enforce more days in the office and cut perks like bonuses and amenities. This shift, driven by cost‑cutting pressures and AI adoption, is lowering worker optimism, increasing turnover risks, and eroding morale, while the broader labor market shows low quit rates and modest job growth.

AI has yet to have any significant impact on UK employment levels

The report finds that AI has not yet caused significant job losses in the UK, with overall employment remaining stable and no sharp declines in sectors most exposed to automation. While early signs show subtle shifts—such as softer hiring for certain roles, changes in wage dynamics, and evolving skill demands—the impact is incremental and uneven, reflecting a gradual integration of AI tools into existing jobs rather than large‑scale displacement.

How Hybrid Education Is Changing Campus Spaces

This panel discussed how campuses are adapting to hybrid learning by creating flexible, collaborative spaces that support both in‑person and online education, emphasizing student‑faculty interaction, specialized studios, and interstitial areas that become learning zones. They highlighted the importance of repurposing underused rooms, using data and booking systems to improve space utilization, and running pilot projects—such as acoustic pods and historic building transformations—to test concepts before full implementation, ultimately aiming to make campuses more engaging, inclusive, and supportive of student success.

MillerKnoll Recognized on USA Today's America's Climate Leaders 2026 List

MillerKnoll was named to USA Today’s America’s Climate Leaders 2026 list, recognizing measurable progress in cutting its carbon footprint and advancing climate-focused initiatives. The company says it is embedding sustainability across its collective of design brands by reducing operational emissions, expanding environmental reporting, and innovating in materials and product design, including running global manufacturing on 100% renewable electricity and scaling circular design practices such as durability, refurbishment, and end-of-life solutions. The announcement also points to recent third‑party recognition, including an EcoVadis Gold Medal placing the company in the top 5% of those assessed, and notes that the USA Today ranking is based on independently reported Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions data.

Ghent to Install 1,600-Panel Rooftop Solar Array on Ohio Factory

Ghent will install a 1,600-panel rooftop solar array at its Lebanon, Ohio headquarters, expected to generate about 959,148 kWh per year—covering roughly 85.5% of the facility’s electricity use—while saving an estimated $75,255 in the first year and $5.78M over 30 years; the project, designed and built by Melink Solar, aligns with Ghent’s broader sustainability and efficiency commitments, including certified products, waste-reducing packaging, and continued domestic manufacturing.

Studio TK Unveils Transportation Portfolio

Studio TK’s new Transportation Portfolio showcases human‑centric furniture solutions that transform transitional travel spaces—lounges, cafés, gates, and platforms—into comfortable, multi‑sensory environments where travelers can pause, recharge, and connect. The lookbook highlights versatile seating, power access, soft lighting, and acoustic design across three core settings (chill, refuel, board), reinforcing the brand’s commitment to enhancing the overall travel experience and supporting its established presence in major airport hubs.

KFI Studios Introduces Zante Mini Guest Chair

KFI Studios launches the Zante Mini guest chair collection, featuring a softly curved profile, tufted‑like seat and back, and a wraparound arm for comfortable, cocoon‑like seating. The range offers four base options—including metal, solid ash wood, and swivel models with casters—plus multiple finish colors and three in‑stock upholstery shades, with additional custom fabric choices available, making it a versatile, residential‑inspired solution for modern interior spaces..

Kettal introduces U-Type office chair by Barber & Osgerby

Kettal’s new U‑Type office chair, designed by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, blends a soft, residential aesthetic with high performance, concealing its ergonomic mechanisms within a sleek, continuous aluminium U‑shaped frame. The chair offers generous cushioning, discreet adjustments, and a calm architectural silhouette that integrates into modern workspaces, reflecting Kettal’s strategy of bringing outdoor‑living comfort to offices while supporting productivity and a more human‑centred environment.

ROOM and Carolina Introduce New Approach to Privacy in Healthcare Environments for Guests, Patients and Caregivers

ROOM and Carolina have partnered to launch a modular, healthcare‑grade privacy phone booth that provides sound‑proof, hygienic private spaces for hospitals and clinics, reducing noise by 32 decibels, meeting HIPAA acoustic privacy requirements, and offering quick one‑hour installation, green certifications, and autism‑friendly design.

HON Expands Its Materials Offering with New Kvadrat Partnership

HON expands its materials lineup by partnering with Kvadrat, adding a range of contemporary, cool‑toned textiles such as Autumn, Guest, TelaMia, Floyd, Technicolour, Hero 2, Hero Heather, and Steelcut Trio 3. The collaboration emphasizes texture, craftsmanship, and sophisticated color, offering customers more options for layered, intentional design while supporting sustainability through durable, long‑lasting materials. The partnership aligns with HON’s focus on clean, elevated commercial‑space design and its commitment to circular solutions and material innovation.

The Mitchell Group Expands Ez-Kleen™ Collection with Bouclé

The Mitchell Group introduces Bouclé, a new pattern for its Ez‑Kleen™ vinyl collection, offering the textured look of traditional bouclé weave with high durability, stain resistance, and compliance with safety standards, available in 18 colors for commercial interiors such as healthcare, hospitality, and offices.

Turf Introduces Acoustic Ceiling Scape, Megalith

Turf launches Megalith, a continuous acoustic ceiling system that integrates with standard T‑grid ceilings, offering seamless, monolithic designs, customizable colors and textures, magnetic mounting, and sustainable 60% recycled PET felt, aimed at architects and designers seeking high‑performance, eco‑friendly ceiling solutions.

3form Introduces the Arboretum Collection

3form has launched Arboretum, a biophilic surface-design collection that brings botanical textures and imagery into interiors through organic interlayers, digital prints, and etched glass. The seven-pattern line—Banksia, Arrow Grass, Wild Grass, Herbarium, and matching etched-glass variants—offers both unique and repeatable looks across Varia resin and 3form Glass, with options for customization in color and scale. Designed for settings like healthcare, education, hospitality, and workplaces, the collection aims to support calming, light-filled environments while meeting commercial durability and specification needs, and is offered in multiple panel sizes and thicknesses.

Bolon Expands BKB, A Woven Flooring Collection Rooted in Craft

Bolon expands its iconic BKB woven flooring collection with four new sisal-inspired colors—Umber, Loam, Fawn, and Dune—enhancing design flexibility for commercial and hospitality spaces. The line maintains high performance, featuring 68% recycled material, renewable‑energy manufacturing in Sweden, and a circular reuse program. Available in rolls, tiles, and rugs, BKB is distributed in North America exclusively by Matter Surfaces, which also offers specification support for architects and designers.

Nathan Martell's Extreme Bent Plywood Layup Chair

Nathan Martell, a Canadian industrial designer, created an extreme bent plywood layup chair inspired by the Brakel Design Forum, where German company Becker Brakel showcases molded wood designs. The chair, now produced by British brand Established & Sons using Brakel’s technology, exemplifies innovative plywood fabrication that surpasses traditional mid‑century modern capabilities.

Deniz Aktay's Designey Bookshelf/Table Concept - Core77

A "Delusion" table uses a special metal construction that makes the support structure disappear when books are placed on it, creating the illusion that the books themselves hold the tabletop; the concept explores this visual effect and its practicality, noting potential concerns about book height and placement near a book’s ends.

STARK Celebrates Canadian Design + Craft in Their New Office

STARK’s new 3,200‑sq‑ft Queensway office in Squamish showcases Canadian makers through custom maple millwork, a material library, and locally sourced finishes, while providing functional, transparent workspaces with breakout rooms, glass‑enclosed conference areas, exposed industrial elements, acoustic solutions, and vibrant pops of color that reflect the firm’s ethos of creative boldness and authenticity.

Award-winning London-based design practice A-nrd has completed the social and dining spaces at Locke Copenhagen

A‑nrd transformed the ground floor of Locke Copenhagen’s aparthotel into warm, layered social and dining spaces, using crafted furniture, textiles, greenery, and art to soften the expansive concrete and glazing. The design introduces tactile materials like dark oak seating, volcanic lava‑tile reception desk, terracotta‑toned curtains, and bespoke elements that reflect Scandinavian simplicity and material honesty, creating intimate zones for lounge, restaurant, and café while maintaining the building’s open scale.

Airbnb - Market Ready, Building 2 - Santa Clara

Studio G Architects designed Airbnb’s Market Ready Building 2 in Santa Clara—a 150,000 sq ft, six‑floor office featuring collaborative, hospitality‑inspired spaces, abundant natural light, flexible work areas, a lobby, café, outdoor amenity, fitness center, and a sixth‑floor coffee bar with balcony, all aimed at fostering connection and adaptable work environments.

Sabina Cabrera's Workspace - Designer at MagicPath in NYC

Sabina Cabrera's NYC designer workspace at MagicPath showcases her creative setup and professional environment for design work.

ergoCentric’s Frixion™ Upholstery Wins 2026 Red Dot Design Award

ergoCentric’s patent-pending Frixion™ upholstery won the 2026 Red Dot Design Award for product design excellence, building on prior honors like the 2025 German Design Award and GOOD DESIGN® Award. Designed for healthcare, laboratory, and clinical settings, Frixion’s anti-slip surface improves user stability, supports consistent lumbar engagement, and helps reduce slip-and-fall risk, reinforcing ergoCentric’s focus on innovation that boosts safety, comfort, and productivity.

Henricksen Welcomes Chris Tarzon Vice President of Sales, Illinois

Henricksen appointed Chris Tarzon as Vice President of Sales for Illinois, tapping his 25+ years in sales, business development, and commercial real estate to expand the company’s Chicago presence, strengthen client relationships, and drive growth through a relationship-first, partner-ecosystem approach. Previously a Corporate Managing Director at Savills North America, Tarzon is expected to lead the full sales lifecycle, mentor the team, and connect clients with integrated workplace solutions while supporting Henricksen’s broader contract furniture and architectural services business.

Vishaan Chakrabarti to Lead Conversation on the Future of Adaptive Reuse

Vishaan Chakrabarti, an acclaimed architect and urban thinker, will lead a discussion on adaptive reuse at IIDA NY’s “Preserving the Past, Designing the Future” event on May 21, highlighting how reimagining existing buildings promotes sustainability, community, and urban transformation. He will share examples such as the Domino Sugar Factory project, illustrating how preserving historic façades while adding modern interventions creates vibrant, mixed‑use spaces that meet contemporary needs and support economic and cultural development. Info >

HPFi Appoints New Reps

HPFi has appointed The Johnson Group as its representative for North Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas, highlighting the expertise of Steve Johnson and Susan Parrish, and emphasizing the partnership’s goal to drive growth and deliver personalized service in the region.

DWR Ushers in a New Chapter of Enduring Design with Landmark Residency Program

Design Within Reach launches a 18‑month DWR Design Residency to nurture emerging design talent, beginning with Hlynur Atlason, who will create over 20 new collections across upholstery, dining, and storage while receiving strategic briefs, research insights, and production support. The program highlights DWR’s commitment to modern design, leveraging its scale and expertise to bring innovative, timeless pieces to market and reinforce its role as a leading curator of classic and contemporary home furnishings. To learn more about the DWR Design Residency and Atlason’s latest designs, visit dwr.com or your local DWR store.

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