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Chicago | The Mart | June 13-16, 2027
The world’s leading platform and most important event of the year for the commercial interior design industry.
NeoCon is North America's most important commercial design show taking place at THE MART in Chicago since 1969.
07/21/2026
The inaugural brought together 60+ lighting brands, immersive installations, educational programming, and conversations that put lighting at the center of commercial design.
Here’s a round-up of a few of the exceptional brands that helped make the debut a resounding success.
• — refined, design-forward lighting that balances atmosphere, form, and innovation
• — configurable architectural lighting for commercial interiors
• — minimalist LED lighting for workplace and commercial environments
• — contemporary architectural lighting for integrated commercial spaces
• — precision-engineered architectural LED lighting with a focus on linear solutions
• — Chicago-based architectural lighting and integrated acoustic systems
Some design endures. Some defines an era.
Step inside Shaw Contract’s NeoCon showroom and discover Cult Classics, a collection inspired by design that shapes culture and connects generations. From carpet tile and broadloom to rugs, LVT and porcelain, every detail is designed to stay.
Explore the collection through our link in bio.
When the pace of change accelerates, how do we prepare for what's next? In his keynote, futurist Nick Foster RDI challenged attendees to move beyond predicting the future and instead cultivate the mindset and skills needed to shape it.
Drawing on thought-provoking examples and decades of industry insight, he explored how asking better questions can unlock more resilient thinking—and empower the design community to navigate what's ahead with greater confidence.
Missed the keynote? Watch the full presentation in the NeoCon Program Library! And for more insights from Nick, listen to his NeoConversations podcast episode at the link in our bio.
07/09/2026
A deeper color story emerged at 🍷
Rich burgundies, plums, oxbloods, and muted mauves took center stage, reflecting a broader shift toward palettes that feel both emotionally resonant and quietly luxurious. Across furniture, textiles, lighting, and surfaces, these saturated hues added warmth, depth, and sophistication.
As juror Meena Krenek of HKS observed: “The muted, almost-exhaled palettes appearing independently across showrooms who never compared notes. That’s not a color trend. That’s the industry taking the emotional pulse of the culture.”
One month later, we’re still reflecting on everything this year’s show had to offer.
was defined by immersive showroom experiences, groundbreaking product launches, inspiring keynotes, robust educational programming, the debut of and NeoCon Collab: Half-Light—creating countless opportunities to discover, connect, and imagine what’s next for commercial design.
While the show may be over, the conversations continue year-round at The Mart, where hundreds of showrooms keep the design community connected, inspired, and discovering what’s next.
07/03/2026
Meet the Casegoods/Desks winners elevating the everyday through exceptional craftsmanship, timeless materials, and seamless functionality.
Congratulations to HALCON Furniture on winning Gold for Vesper, and to Nienkämper for taking Silver with Pleat Conference Private Office/Workstation!
07/02/2026
A history of commercial flooring leadership. Explore VCT, LVT, Sheet Vinyl, and Kaleido™ Color Lab solutions. Plus, Diamond 10® Technology with category-leading scratch, stain, and scuff resistance. Most products are manufactured in the U.S. with domestic and global content to ensure quality and dependable availability. View all collections – ArmstrongFlooring.com.
07/01/2026
Three brands. One showroom ✨
At , CF Stinson Brands unveiled its new space on the 3rd floor of The Mart, bringing Stinson, Arc-Com and Anzea Textiles together under one roof for the first time since the acquisition of Arc-Com last summer.
Designed by Chicago-based firm Kuchar, the showroom balances each brand’s distinct identity within a cohesive experience for textile discovery and inspiration.
“Opening our new third-floor showroom this year—bringing all of our brands together under one roof for the first time—felt like a fitting milestone,” says Glenn Stinson, VP/Chief Operating Officer at CF Stinson. “The Mart is a place that has never stopped evolving, and neither have we.””
PC: Wittefini Photography
06/29/2026
Introducing the Tiago Collection by for Davis Furniture – a seating series that balances timeless wood craftsmanship with contemporary design. Featuring a stacking chair and coordinating stools, the Tiago Chair and Tiago Stool each earned a Best of NeoCon Gold Award for their thoughtful detailing and modern expression.
Learn more via the link in bio.
What began as a simple square tile became a story of color, culture, and collaboration. Created for ConsoCon 2025, Tale Song uses VCT, LVT, sheet vinyl, and densified hardwood to celebrate India’s visual richness through commercial flooring.
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