At Play in the Product Sandbox
Manufacturers and researchers aren't the only ones capable of developing new products and construction materials. Architects, too, are conducting their own R&D efforts. Read more
Product Architect: Julie Smith-Clementi
NotNeutral, an offshoot of Los Angeles-based Rios Clementi Hale Studios, makes architect-designed products ranging from homewares to eco-friendly kids furniture. Read more
Raw Materials
Raw Materials: Nylon Carpet
At its plants in Georgia, Shaw Contract Group combines new and recycled materials to produce nylon carpet. Here's how they do it. Read more
Allsteel Seek
These versatile chairs stack, are lightweight, and are suitable for a lot of commercial settings. Read more
Eldorado Stone EmberWall
This architectural stone veneer offers a contemporary take on the traditional fireplace. Read more
Abet Laminati Recycled Leather Wall System
Tongue-and-groove panels recycled from leather refuse, mounted on a high-density core. Read more
Bigelow City by City
A modular carpet collection for commercial interiors from this Mohawk Group brand. Read more
Atlas Homewares Legacy Collection
Decorative hardware based on simple shapes with designer touches. Read more
Carnegie Classic Hollywood Upholstery
Three new designs for this line of polyurethane upholstery: Bardot, Hepburn, and Monroe. Read more
Kartell Masters Chairs
This line of chairs combines the silhouettes from three of the best known modern chairs. Read more
Artek 10-Unit System
Created by Shigeru Ban, this modular system is based on L-shaped units that can make a chair, bench, or table. Read more
Cirqa Tiki Recycled Wallcovering
This wallcovering has a tropical texture inspires by stone, beads, and natural reeds. Read more
3form Chroma
Translucent resin material is LEED certified and comes in more than 10,000 colors. Read more
Forms+Surfaces Design Studio Bonded Quartz
A vertical surfacing solution made from ceramic microspheres in a polymer matrix. Read more
Humanscale Healthcare T5 Point-of-Care Technology Cart
Ergonomic while sitting or standing, the wheeled cart for a computer allows quick and easy adjustments. Read more
Haworth Compose Line
A desking paneling product that routes power out of sight to create a clean aesthetic. Read more
Karastan Contract Archetype
Four patterns of woven carpeting from the Mohawk Group, based on New York City. Read more
Hunter Douglas Hospitality Atmosphere
High-performance upholstery made from 100 percent recycled content. Read more
Marazzi SistemA Stoneware
Crystallized porcelain stoneware tile with three-dimensional properties. Read more
Coalesse Joel Club Chair
A modern interpretation of the club chair by EOOS and Walter Knoll. Read more
Lees Carpets Focal Point
Commercial modular carpets in three patterns from the Mohawk Group. Read more
KnollTextiles Voyage Collection
This line of upholstery fabrics are suitable for healthcare, hospitality, and other commercial applications. Read more
Johnson's Series 200MD Multi Pass Hardware
A track systems that can handle large, heavy individual sliding doors, and can be placed side-by-side. Read more
Kimball Office One-Sided Solution
A one-sided station addition to its "Hum. Minds at Work." line forms walkways between workstations. Read more
MDC Wallcoverings Dimension Walls
These textured wall panels with a three-dimensional look are cost-effective. Read more
Versa Proximity
This wallcovering has vertical lines that are meant to recall scenic landscapes. Read more
CertainTeed Ecophon Master Solo S
Suspended ceiling panels absorb sound and are made mostly of recycled content. Read more
Poggenpohl Mineral-Inspired Colors
New kitchen fronts add more color to a kitchen without being too loud. Read more
M2L Black Series 369
A reinvention of the 369 chair originally designed by the Walter Knoll team. Read more
Turnstone Campfire
This new line of office furniture from Steelcase remind users of their favorite indoor and outdoor spaces. Read more
Wilsonart Contract Flooring Urban Renewal and Global Influence
Eight new designs for commercial-grade high-laminate flooring based on urban and global designs. Read more
Forms+Surfaces Screens
Different materials can be used for these Screens for a customized look with a tight budget. Read more
Airolite Circular Geometric Grille
This grille create a screen from circular tube members. Read more
InSpire Roofing Products InSpire Mixes
This tile collection eliminates the need for color-blending at worksites. Read more
Cambridge Architectural Solucent
Cambridge Architectural has further developed its Solucent energy-saving and daylighting mesh shading system. Read more
C.R. Laurence Co. Perforated Panel System
These panels offer protection from the sun with a modern look. Read more
Cosella-Dörken Delta-Dry
Ventilated rainscreen acts as a water-resistant barrier inside a wall cavity. Read more
Paragon Architectural Products Sixth System
A glazing system with a hidden supporting structure Read more
Crystal Window & Door Systems AAMA 2604
AAMA 2604-compliant powder-coat paint finish for aluminum products. Read more
The Foundry Weathered Collection
Siding that looks like cedar that has been weathered over time. Read more
Royal Building Products Royal Ridgeback Reinforced Siding System
Manufactured from recycled PVC, this system offers the look of fiber cement without the maintenance. Read more
Pella Commercial Aluminum-Clad Wood Fixed Frames
Frames for entrance doors and fixed windows at street level. Read more
NanaWall VSW65
This sliding system with center swing doors combines French doors with pocket doors. Read more
PPG Industry Duranar Vari-Cool
These coatings reflect the sun's energy, and changes color according to viewing angle. Read more
Reward Wall Systems NoricF4
Custom metal frame for doors and windows eliminates waste and allows greater customization. Read more
Tubelite EcoLuminum
Extruded aluminum products made with EcoLuminum are more environmentally friendly. Read more
Leviton Sector
A ballast and lighting control system combines occupancy sensing, daylight harvesting, and dimming control. Read more
Big Ass Fans Isis
This fan has been redesigned with 10 aerodynamic winglets to increase airflow and maximize efficiency. Read more
Broan-NuTone Solar-Powered Attic Ventilator
This ventilator starts working at first light, instead of waiting for a high temperature. Read more
Action Floor Systems NitroPanel
Made of northern hard maple, this is a quick-assembly, panel-based athletic floor system. Read more
Area Industrie Ceramiche Tegolasolare
Solar panels composed of red clay designed to look like traditional roof tiles. Read more
MTI Whirlpools Petra Double Sink
With a minimalist design, the sinks looks and feels like natural stone. Read more
SFA Saniflo Sanicubic Classic
A lifting station with two motors that can handle 25 gallons of effluent per minute. Read more
Technical Glass Products Fireframes Aluminum Series
Custom frames for fire-rated applications that can be factory finished to almost any color scheme. Read more
Uponor Climate Control Network System
This system allows users to control the settings via thermostats or via a touchpanel. Read more
USG Sheetrock Glass-Mat Liner Panels
These panels can be used in any fire-rated cavity shaft wall. Read more
Chloride Systems Synthesis CH2 Series
This series of uninterruptible power supplies accommodates advanced lighting systems. Read more
Firestone SunWave Daylighting System
With more than 4,000 tiny prisms per square foot, this system provides high visible light transmittance and distribution. Read more
Jordahl Anchor Channels
Distributed by Decon USA, these concrete channels provide anchoring for high loads without damaging the structure. Read more
Dow Verdiseal Waterproofing System
A spray-applied polyurethane that protects green roofs from water and root penetration. Read more
Generac Power Systems Gemini Twin Pack
A twin-engine 1,000kW backup in a space-saving design. Read more
Rheem-Ruud Spiderfire
This line of condensing commercial water heaters can reach efficiencies of 92 percent to 95 percent. Read more
Lutron Radio Powr Savr Wireless Daylight Sensor
A ceiling-mounted sensor that turns off electrical lighting when enough daylight is present. Read more
Phantom Screens Small Motorized Executive Retractable Screen
A smaller version of the company's Executive screen. Read more
CertainTeed ProRoc Extra Abuse Gypsum Board
Protects against indentations, moisture, and mold, making it suited for high-traffic areas. Read more
No-Burn Plus
A coating that carries a Class A fire rating and can reduce toxic smoke by 80 percent. Read more
Runtal North America Bisque Collection
Five models that are all part of a closed-loop commercial hot water heating system. Read more
Green-Zip Tape Partition
Easy to use drywall tape allows for seamless drywall and quick reconfigurations. Read more
CPLighting newGrowth
Lamps made of post-consumer recycled content made to look like tree branches. Read more
Design House Stockholm Box Light
Designed by Jonas Hakaniemi, this lamp is adjusted by sliding the light through its exterior box. Read more
Neo-Ray Series 52
A direct/indirect pendant light from Cooper Lighting with at least 90 percent efficiency. Read more
Erco Quintessence
A collection of recessed luminaires that encompasses more than 350 lighting products. Read more
GE PowerGrid LED Lights
This modular LED system is a replacement for fluorescent lighting. Read more
Artek A331 "Beehive" Pendant
Alvar Aalto's pendant lamp has been updated with new white chrome rings. Read more
iLight Technologies Hypnotica
A linear LED light fixture with a full spectrum of color possibilities. Read more
Dreamscape Lighting DLED 6200
A high-power LED light channel with a low temperature and long lifespan. Read more
Foscarini Flap
A modular light system that can be used to create an eye-catching light sculpture. Read more
Morelite Defiant II
This family of die-cast indoor and outdoor lighting fixtures from Philips uses various lamp sources. Read more
Litecontrol L20
With an LED light source, this luminaire has a higher output and is more efficient than a linear fluorescent. Read more
Sure-Lites CX, LPX, and SLX Exit Signs
This series of exit lights from Cooper Lighting is now available in red and green letters. Read more
Lithonia Lighting RTLED
LED white light from a recessed series for commercial applications. Read more
Bulbrite Turbo LEDs
These LEDs feature heat sink technology that eliminates the need for large housings. Read more
BetaLED 304 Series
The 304 Series luminaires from BetaLED are scalable up to 12,000 lumens. Read more
Zumtobel Careena
A recessed fixture which uses red and white LEDs to achiece a medium color temperature. Read more
Fabbian Tile
These lamps are building blocks that can be turned into chandeliers, partitions, and focal points. Read more
Sutherland Furniture Great Lakes Collection
A collection of outdoor furnitiure designed by Terry Hunziker. Read more
iLevel Parallam Plus PSL
Parallel strand lumber from Weyerhaeuser can tolerate most outdoor applications. Read more
Allscape LL-313/314/315
Low-level outdoor light bollards with no visible hardware or sharp edges. Read more
Architectural Area Lighting Largent LED
High-performance area LED luminaire can be precisely aimed with minimal glare. Read more
Cali Bamboo Fossilized Strand
Bamboo deck boards have passed California Class A fire and weather tests. Read more
HessAmerica Athens
Outdoor-grade pole luminaire is made of stainless steel and comes in two sizes. Read more
Kartell Ami Ami Table and Chair
This table and chair, designed by Tokujin Yoshioka, are meant to recall traditional Japanese interlaced patterns. Read more
Haddonstone West Lodge Urn and Fountain
New cast-stone garden ornaments for the West Lodge line. Read more
McGraw-Edison Ventus LED Area Luminaire
A new area and roadway light fixture from Cooper Lighting is suited for adverse conditions. Read more
Invue MESA LED
A new outdoor area luminaire from Cooper Lighting in two pole-mount or a wall-mount configurations. Read more
Metropolitan Ceramics Duraquarry
Unglazed ceramic quarry tiles with 50 percent pre-consumer recycled content. Read more
Pine Hall Brick StormPave
Made to look like traditional English Edge pavers, they are designed to dissipate stormwater into the soil. Read more
Sina Pearson Colores de Mexico
Outdoor upholstery fabrics with a modern spin on Mexican textiles. Read more
Royal Botania Red Label
A new family of outdoor furniture with a line of tables and two lines of chairs. Read more
DuPont ForeverLawn Select Synthetic Grass
Natural-looking synthetic grass with a wide range of commercial applications. Read more
Henry Hall Designs Vari Chair and Foot Stool
Weather-resistant chair and foot stool made of stainless steel available in five colors. Read more
American Clay Lime Putty
Made with U.S.-sourced lime, this lime putty can be used to harden plasters or as a limewash. Read more
Kryton Krystol Mortar Admixture
This admixture transforms rendering mortars into waterproof protection. Read more
AGC Glass Company North America Krystal Klear
Ultratransparent glass with a visible light transmission of 91 percent and a high shading coefficient. Read more
Dalite Veranda Tones
This new line of ColorBody porcelain tile has a multicolor wood appearance. Read more
Engineered Timber Resources Songwood
Compressed wood panels made from FSC-certified raw material. Read more
Guardian Industries SunGuard SatinDeco Glass
This glass combines energy saving and privacy glass for windows and curtain walls. Read more
OMG OlyBond500 Green
This fast-acting adhesive with ultralow VOCs uses renewable resources instead of petroleum-based ones. Read more
InPro BioPolyPETG
Door and wall protection using a blend of biopolymer and reformulated PETG. Read more
Western Red Cedar Knotty Beveled Siding
This cedar siding and decking outperforms vinyl, fiber cement, brick, and other composites. Read more
Sherwin-Williams ProMar 200
A water-based acrylic-alkyd coating for high-volume commercial environments. Read more
Vast Composite Landscape Pavers
Using a blend of up to 95 percent recycled car tires and plastic containers, these pavers are suitable for large commercial hardscapes. Read more
Procoat Radcoat
An aliphatic UV-curable waterborne urethane for heavy commercial applications. Read more
Tapco Group StoneCraft
Stone veneer that offers the look of natural stone and is easier to install. Read more
Contact Industries Veneer-Wrapped Aluminum Panels
Available in various shapes, veneer is added to aluminum panels and come with various treatment options. Read more
