Senior Editor Kelly Beall traveled to Chicago to see what's new + upcoming in the world of commercial design at NeoCon 2022.

Earlier this month, we traveled to Chicago’s Merchandise Mart to see what’s new and upcoming in commercial design at NeoCon 2022. A few trends were easy to spot: acoustic walls, privacy booths and screens, and furniture that attempts to break down the wall between the office and home. There was a clear focus on accepting that we don’t know when things will go back to normal or what “normal” will look like when they do ? so embrace the in-between. Take a look at some of our favorites from this year?s show.
Andreu World
Sustainable design brand Andreu World had a showroom full of impressive furniture ? it was even leaking out into the busy hallway. Lots of seating was organized into small configurations that you could admire or use to take a break, including their new Nuez Lounge BIO front and center. Andreu World, Nuez Lounge BIO
Andreu World
Arc|Com x House Industries Glyph Collection
Nothing makes a bigger statement than the unexpected, which is why I fell hard for the Glyph Collection from Arc|Com and House Industries. Patterns were created using House’s typography designs, then objects shaped like those same designs were covered in the upholstery!
Cumberland
There’s something about Cumberland that seemed to physically pull me into their showroom. The large curvaceous couch, vibrant colors, and down...