Finishes designed using neuroaesthetic principles, modular seating made from renewable cork and 3D printed furniture are just some of the interesting things I saw at Chicago Design Week. There are many new ways of doing things in the commercial interior design world—and these were on display at NeoCon and Fulton Market Design Days. But some design elements...
Home builders, multifamily developers and designers descended on the Orlando Convention Center for the 2026 Design + Construction Week where emerging players shared the spotlight with the industry’s most established brands. The show floor was packed with kitchen and bath products designed to compete within the “whole home.” The stage was truly set for this...
People are drawn to the outdoors because it satisfies a deep biological and psychological need to connect with nature. In design and wellness circles, this is often discussed through the lens of Biophilia—the innate human tendency to seek connections with nature and natural systems. When workplaces, homes or hospitality environments create meaningful outdoor spaces, the benefits go...
Long Island City (LIC) has become a hot neighborhood thanks to zoning changes that have made it a magnet for multifamily developers. The big shift came in 2001, when the city introduced mixed-use zoning, allowing for density increases near transit. But there’s more to LIC than glass towers. Jonathan Mines of The Mines Group, a...
Are you purchasing a new apartment home or investment property in Toronto? This global hub gets a thumbs up for many reasons. Toronto offers a high quality of life with a strong job market in the finance, technology and creative sectors. The city is also known for its multiculturalism, vibrant food scene, ample green spaces...
Paris is always a good idea, even in January. Winter weather never prevents the A&D community from exploring all the city has to offer especially during Paris Design Week. These are five resources I spotted. See if you like them, too. Signet Ring Stools by Softicated Visit the website Follow on Instagram @softicated.design This year...
When a Brooklyn family of five purchased a three-story townhouse in the neighborhood, they were excited about all the design possibilities—especially with all that extra space. Moving from an apartment to a house with multiple levels, a finished basement and backyard would allow everyone to spread out. However, once they got to the new house...
Our Montclair, NJ clients have made many improvements since moving into their four-bedroom house in 1999. Now that their two sons are grown, they seized the opportunity to reimagine the second-floor primary bathroom and the third-floor guest suite bathroom, that also serves the family when everyone is at home.
Slarskey LLC is a rapidly expanding law firm. David Slarskey tasked Diana Mosher Associates with expressing his vision of a “clubhouse” where partners, associates and paralegals could gather to bounce ideas and grab a coffee in between client meetings and court dates. The new office needed to feel welcoming to visitors while reflecting the laid-back but hard-working and client-centric personality of the Slarskey LLC brand.
International color authority Pantone has announced their Color of the Year for 2025. Mocha Mousse is a warm brown shade that Pantone describes as: Comforting: A color that evokes the comforting qualities of chocolate and coffee Luxurious: A sophisticated and lush color that’s rooted in “quiet luxury” Versatile: A bridge neutral that can be paired with many colors, including black,...