NeoCon 2016 New Spaces & Solutions

 

(Chicago, IL - June 2016) Now in its 48th edition, NeoCon continues to serve as the premier launching pad for the commercial interiors industry. Showcasing “design that works,” NeoCon 2016 will focus on innovative solutions for the workplace, as well as hospitality, healthcare, and education sectors. Products will address the latest demands of the market—from the greater need for privacy and resurgence of softer colors, to the continuing importance of wellness and comfort. This year, The Mart will welcome five new permanent tenants including Architex, Clarus Glassboards, Koleksiyon, Muraflex and naughtone, just in time for the show. In addition, a vast majority of the showrooms have been redesigned as companies seize the powerful NeoCon moment to unveil both their spaces and their new products.

According to Byron Morton, Vice President of Leasing, NeoCon, “Our permanent showrooms are 100% occupied and we’re proud to welcome five top-notch brands to the building. In order to facilitate this, we redeveloped a portion of the 11th floor, adding approximately 7,000 square feet of permanent showrooms to NeoCon. These new additions further underscore the strength of the show and the state of the industry as a whole.”

Hot on the heels of its North American debut at NeoCon last year, Turkish brand Koleksiyon is further enhancing its presence in the US market with a new 4,000 square foot showroom on the 11th floor (11-113A). It will highlight the company’s focus on collaborative workspaces and serve as an exhibition space for its diverse product offerings for contract, hospitality and residential settings. Also on the 11th floor, Quebec-headquartered Muraflex, is transforming suite 11-117A into a prime center of operations and display. Muraflex focuses solely on the demountable wall industry and is dedicated to delivering turn-key solutions. Architex, an expert manufacturer of contract fabrics is moving into suite 11-117. Clarus Glassboards, an innovator in the glass dry erase and architectural systems sector is moving into suite 1033A. Also making the tenth floor of the Mart its new Chicago base is rapidly growing British company naughtone in suite 10-110. Additional companies debuting new spaces at NeoCon include Mayer Fabrics, which is relocating to suite 1173, and Groupe Lacasse, which is celebrating 60 years with a complete redesign of their showroom in suite 1042.

The showroom reveals will be complemented by equally exciting product launches on floors three, ten and eleven. Here is a sneak preview of just some of the standout new solutions that attendees can expect to discover by permanent showroom floor, from the ground up.

FLOOR THREE
Davis Furniture (3-115)
The Cloud chair, designed by Wolfgang C.R. Mezger brings a new level of comfort to the modern office. The seat and back pad are composed of a blend of down, feather and polyester fiber cushions.

Humanscale (351)
Offering an ergonomic solution for occasional seating, the Liberty, Smart, and World Occasional chairs incorporate a patented tri-panel backrest made with proprietary form-sensing mesh to create a three-dimensional form that fits like a tailored shirt for support in all positions.

Mohawk Group (377)
Topography is the newest modular carpet collection by Mohawk Group designed in collaboration with 13&9.

HBF (387)
The new Conexus lounge chair and ottoman collection has HBF’s dedication to craftsmanship at its core. Michael Vanderbyl created a work/lounge chair designed to function across any contract setting — offices, lobbies, hospitality environments, and more.

Tarkett (3-391)
Collections Infinies is the first luxury vinyl tile (LVT) collection from Tarkett to use state-of-the art digital printing technology, featuring designs from world renowned designers Suzanne Tick, Krista Ninivaggi of K&Co, 2x4, D.B. Kim and Stefan Sagmeister of Sagmeister & Walsh. Tarkett is also debuting a unique online co-creation tool that enables architects and designers to personalize Collections Infinies designs using specially selected color palettes for each layer of the design.

FLOOR TEN
Clarus Glassboards (1033A)
Clarus Glassboards will debut Balance, a limited edition glass surface ping pong table with a removable mesh net which, triples the table’s use for conferences and dining. A randomly selected showroom visitor will win a table during NeoCon 2016.

American Seating (10-148)
The new Nima® is an ideal seating solution for the higher education market and various contract environments. It is an inspiring multipurpose chair that provides exceptional comfort through a sophisticated minimalist aesthetic.

Groupe Lacasse (1042)
Groupe Lacasse's space has been redesigned to celebrate its 60 years of trendsetting innovation and features introductions like the striking ORSAY lounge chair.

Watson Furniture Group (10-155)
This year Watson is launching a new open plan furniture system. Their products can be combined to create simple kits of parts using freestanding desks (Seven), power raceway (Bahn) and storage and privacy from their other product lines.

FLOOR ELEVEN
Knoll (1111)
Rooted in David Rockwell’s innovative approach to hospitality environments and public space, and inspired by his award-winning design for theater and entertainment, Knoll's new Rockwell Unscripted is a comprehensive collection of furniture elements that adapt to the spontaneous choreography of the workday. The line features a comprehensive, eclectic array of freestanding, architecturally grounded and movable elements that can be used to create a variety of experiences.

Koleksiyon (11-113A)
Koleksiyon will unveil a curved version of Vis, the brand’s popular geometric storage system and Tube, an abstract cabinet system that will now be available in five new color finishes.

Architex (11-117)
Inspired by the Japanese resist-dye technique, arashi shibori, Architex duplicates this ancient pole-wrapping resist technique to the contract market in its newest pattern Shibori Linen, which will debut at NeoCon.


Allsteel (1120)
Parallel, a newly introduced collection of soft seating and coordinating tables from Allsteel Inc., offers a contemporary take on classic reception furniture. It was created in partnership with Los Angeles–based designer Chris Adamick.

Muraflex (11-117A)
Muraflex’s showroom will feature the MIMO demountable partition system, EXPO telescopic door system, and FINO the newly released demountable partition system, which has a slim and slender design, that offers an elegant and sophisticated aesthetic.

Mayer Fabrics (1173)
Mayer Fabrics will feature all new textiles – Sunbrella Contract, Crypton, and Vinyl upholstery as well as Drapery and Privacy Curtains.

izzy+ (11-100)
The new Dotti, backless stool is ideal for K-12 learning applications, or equally suited for break-out spaces within office environments. It’s also perfect for corporate markets or offices within learning spaces.

Media can access the show’s online pressroom at www.neocon.com to download press releases and announcements. The site also features an image gallery and fast facts. For exhibitor news, images and real-time information, follow NeoCon on the following social media channels: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest and Vine.

As hotels tend to book up fast, trade professionals are encouraged to make their reservations early. For hotel and travel discounts, visit http://neocon.com/attend/hotels-travel

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Media Contacts:
Alexandra Zwicky / Chris Abbate / Danielle McWilliams, Novità Communications
Email: alexandra@novitapr.com / chris@novitapr.com / danielle@novitapr.com

About theMART
One of the largest commercial buildings in the world, the 4.2 million SF Merchandise Mart (theMART) is located in Chicago, IL along the Chicago River. Completed in 1930, the building continues to meet the changing needs of the office and showroom businesses it serves. As a Gold-EB OEM LEED certified building, theMART is committed to creating and maintaining sustainable environments.

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