ALL STORIES
Discover the top stories about influential space makers in the industry.
Protecting Patients and the Planet
This UK-based company is committed to reducing the negative impact the healthcare industry has on the environment one hospital curtain at a time. Meet Kwickscreen.
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An 'A' in Happiness
From universities to school libraries, noise pollution impacts students, educators, and visitors alike. Framery’s built a reputation for creating workplace happiness through soundproof acoustic pods, and now they're expanding into the education market.
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The Valedictorians — Top Education Projects + Products
Forum by Mortarr editors curated their top education projects and related products from across Ecomedes, Inc.’s platforms. Thanks to Durasein, Ghent and others school is officially in session.
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The 'Wow Factor'
D.C.’s hottest rooftop scene this summer was at Elements on U Street and along with thanking the proprietors (hello, bottomless mimosa brunches), we really need to thank ActivWall. See why.
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Your New Easy Button
In talking with architects and interior designers, one major obstacle to creating informed specifications from a sustainability perspective is the multiple websites needed to ‘track down’ the information. Jane Rohde and RFCI have found the solution.
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It's All About Perspective
Sherwin-Williams Coil Coatings’ 2022 Color Trend forecast, explores three macro-level trend stories surrounding the concept of time: Pause + Rewind, Push Play, and Fast Forward. Each story gives an in-depth look at projections of the next three to five years of architectural metal coatings developed by their team of color experts. Explore the trends in the Forum.
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Spaces That Tell Stories
Studio O+A on their Tehama office and more corporate and office design inspiration from Mortarr. These projects and products will make any commute worth it — whether that’s to the home office or one downtown.
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A Rock-Solid Legacy in Commercial Design
Westlake Royal Stone Solutions leverages the strengths of five American-made architectural stone brands and one outdoor lifestyle brand to provide innumerable color and texture combinations for interiors and exteriors.
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One with Nature
Biophilic design translates to a love of the organic and reflects the movement to bring the outdoors into our built spaces, honoring our own biology and echoing nature’s benefits to mind and body. Ames Design Collective and Feeney®, Inc. explore this burgeoning design sensibility.
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Yes, Chef!
Considering starting your own commercial kitchen or restaurant? Whether your looking at an existing space or a brand new building, the attention provided to the overall foodservice design directly correlates to the success you’ll achieve. The Boelter Companies explains.
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An Exercise in Curiosity
This industry is full of creative, courageous, and interesting people, and these people have incredible stories,” says Doug Shapiro, Host of the Imagine A Place Podcast, VP of Research and Insights at OFS. “Through design, they are changing people’s lives, and if you’re in this industry, you understand it; it’s such a special thing. Imagine a Place became a sort of outlet for all of this. We get to share this deep appreciation for our role by highlighting these great stories, people, and places that have made a difference in so many people's lives.”
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Cue the Fireworks
Break out the sparklers and discover all of the American-made products on ecomedes and Mortarr.
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Out of This World
Are you ready to stir things up? With dynamic patterns inspired by earth and space, Durasein’s latest — the Lively Collection — is sure to get your creative wheels spinning.
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Is Glass Going Out of Style?
Glass has brought the outdoors in for centuries, but is it best? In a world where we are becoming more aware of the environmental effects of structures and people’s changing needs, architects and other industry professionals are concerned that glass no longer adequately addresses key building factors. Kalwall weighs in.
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NeoCon 2022 — Hospitality Top Five
With design inspiration and use blending between the office, hospitality, and healthcare sectors, there was a plethora to discover at theMART and Fulton Market. Here are our top picks with a lean toward hospitality.
NeoCon 2022 — Healthcare Top Five
Between theMART and Fulton Market, there was a plethora of products and manufacturers to discover at the 53rd annual NeoCon. Here are Here are our top picks for Healthcare.
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NeoCon 2022 — Office Top Five
NeoCon 2022 and Forum by Mortarr editors were out in force at theMART and Fulton Market searching for the best in commercial interior design. Here are our top picks for Office.
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NeoCon 2022 — Our Most Memorable
Heat waves and tornado warnings were no match for the commercial interior design industry. The 53rd annual NeoCon wrapped earlier this week and held true to its theme — Design Makes a Statement. Between theMART and Fulton Market, there was a plethora of products and manufacturers to discover. Here are some of the ecomedes and Mortarr team’s most memorable.
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NEOCON 2022 PREVIEW
The Forum by Mortarr and the commercial interior design industry will converge on Chicago for NeoCon 2022, the industry’s largest in-person gathering of inspiration, ideas, products, and technology. From Fulton Market to theMART, and spots adjacent, here’s what we’re excited for next week.
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CRAFTING A FUTURE WITH PURPOSE
"Everyone should be doing this type of work, and as the world's largest design firm we need to move this conversation forward." Learn more about Gensler's Center for Research on Equity and the Built Environment in this conversation with co-director Lisa Cholmondeley.
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EXPAND YOUR MATERIAL PALETTE
Bendheim is expanding architects' and designers’ material palettes with a new privacy-friendly linear glass collection, Prospero™.
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MEET THE LAB AT MPS
MPS Acoustics’ design team loves a lot of things, but challenges and creativity top the list. And coffee. Their brainchild, The Lab at MPS, not only meets the team’s needs, but their clients’ needs, too. See how it works!
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WANDERLUST
From Instagram-worthy resorts to bed-and-breakfasts that entice you to log off for the weekend, the Forum editorial team is sharing their favorite hospitality designs and products, focusing on the lodging sector. From eye-catching exteriors to jaw-dropping lighting to historic details and modern conveniences we now have our must-see list for the rest of the year.
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THE LIGHT TOUCH
Whether you're still working from home or have returned to the office, you shouldn’t have to settle when it comes to good design and ergonomic comfort. Meet Dauphin’s Indeed — the light touch for every office.
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STATE OF OUR UNION
On April 19, ecomedes announced its acquisition of Mortarr with an ambitious goal — to reduce the costs, carbon, and impact of commercial buildings across the built environment. The Forum’s Jen Levisen sits down with the newly formed leadership team for all the details.
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