The Vibrant Colors and Bold Patterns of NeoCon 2018

At this year's show, manufacturers showcased products that intend to fill contract and commercial interiors with a homey, nostalgic vibe.

Inside Shapes by Shaw Contract

Inside Shapes by Shaw Contract

At NeoCon’s 50th annual show, held at the Mart in Chicago, June 11–13, manufacturers emphasized human-centric design approaches and exhibited commercial and contract furnishings and products that incorporated bold colors and patterns. Below, you will find five products seen on the showroom floors of this year’s NeoCon that aim to humanize the user experience and create a cozy, homey, and familiar vibe in commercial environments.

  • Xorel Vue by Carnegie

    An alternative to the rigid materials often used in space dividers, the new collection offers a soft material that is pleasant to touch and interact with.

  • Dart by Chilewich

    The product line of floor and wallcoverings is suitable for use in high-traffic environments.

  • Visual Code by Interface

    This collection of modular carpets is part of the company's New Carbon Neutral Floors program.

About the Author

Ayda Ayoubi

Ayda Ayoubi is a former assistant editor of products and technology for ARCHITECT. She holds master degrees in urban ecological planning from Norwegian University of Science and Technology and in world heritage studies from Brandenburg University of Technology. In the past, she interned with UN-Habitat's New York liaison office and the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property in Rome.

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