GHOST STORIES FROM THE OCTAGON

Architects Foundation Executive Director Marci Reed toured us through some of The Octagon's most spirited spaces this week in the inaugural episode of The Forum LIVE on Instagram. Take a peek.

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REDEMPTION TOURS

It's hard not to be impressed by the work that goes into preserving historic buildings or renovating existing ones. Check out Mortarr's top picks including the restored Carnegie Library and Pillsbury Mill.

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TAPPED

We tapped our favorite pros and brands for a list sure to inspire your own craft dreams. These spaces have well defined front-of-house style, but were design for function and growth.

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TOP 5 AIRPORT DESIGNS ON MORTARR

From Atlanta to Alberta, these are the top airport, terminal, and hangar designs on Mortarr brought to you by Acuity Brands, Kalwall, SageGlass and more.

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TOP FAÇADES

Who said first impressions are everything? We'd put money on it being an architect responsible for a building's façade. Wander through the most impactful façades on Mortarr.

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GOOD IS IN THE DETAILS

Discover InUnison Design’s unique process for creating beautiful spaces. Founder, Christine Frisk, and team share their favorite projects and why finishing strong is key.

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DEPTH OF FIELD

Meet some of The Forum’s favorite architectural photographers showcasing on Mortarr, featuring McNulty Photo, Via Emilia Photography, and more.

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EVERYBODY LOVES CHRISTINE

It's true, everybody does. Meet the woman behind some of the most beloved commercial design projects in the upper Midwest and on Mortarr, Christine Frisk, Founder of InUnison Design.

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ALL THAT GLASS

We're all 'bout that glass, 'bout that glass over here at Mortarr. It's one of the most versatile of materials, especially in commercial projects. Click through to peruse the glass offerings from Claridge, SageGlass, 3M, Pella, Kalwall, and more.

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WALK THIS WAY

Flooring is an essential part of commercial projects. From LVT, to broadloom carpet, to solid wood flooring - the options are endless. Look to Interface, Republic Floor, Bison Innovative Products and more on Mortarr for the inspiration you need to get your project started.

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OUT OF OFFICE

Whether your company has extended remote working or continuing to work from home works best for your family, update your home office setup with top office design inspiration from Mortarr.

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TIMING IS EVERYTHING

The Architects Foundation’s Octagon comes to Mortarr in all its federal glory, highlighting the American Institute of Architects’ social and civic contributions to the world.

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PULL UP A CHAIR

Whether it's golden hour cocktails, or a late morning coffee meeting, The Forum's editors love a good rooftop. Be inspired to create spaces worth venturing out for with SIXINCH® USA, BKV Group, Benike Construction, Uni-Systems and more.

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SURFACE SAVANTS

You didn't learn about these surface designs in kindergarten. Be inspired by the latest offerings from Crow Works, Edelman Leather and ASI | Architectural Systems.

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A BEAUTIFUL OFFERING

Are you looking to add natural wood to your next commercial project, but want to avoid the more traditional wall paneling approach? Allow us to introduce Surfacing Solution’s new line of hand-assembled, thermally-modified mosaic wood tiles, Forest Elements.

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AMERICAN MADE

Browse the best American made products from Bock Lighting, Granicrete, Townsend Leather Company, and more on Mortarr, then join us for some Independence Day celebrations!

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THE TIME FOR CHANGE IS NOW

The second part of Novità Communication’s Diversity in Design: The Time for Change is NOW Panel was held Friday, June 19. The townhall style format of the second panel allowed panelists to respond to the myriad of questions received during the first panel discussion held June 5 and since then. The Forum highlights the conversation.

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LET'S SIT OUTSIDE

Browse the best outdoor seating inspiration from SIXINCH® USA, MEF Contract, Skypad International, and more on Mortarr, then stay awhile.

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SHARING AND HELPING WHERE WE CAN

When you’re not an essential worker, what can you do to help the global fight against COVID-19? HDR team members asked themselves that same question and ended up tapping into their skillsets to make small businesses across the country safer. Elizabeth Von Lehe shares more.

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NEOCON HEADS ONLINE

The three-day commercial interiors spectacle, known as NeoCon, has gone digital, and Mortarr subscribers are exhibiting in full force. Check out the latest offerings from Claridge Products, Crossville, Interface, Pella, and more.

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FORM, FUNCTION, + ART IMITATING LIFE

A home for rare cancer research, a cure for Alzheimer's, and blood replacement plasma for soldiers on the battlefield. Read about Metro Boston's groundbreaking bio-incubator brought to life by Dacon Corporation.

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REPOSITIONED. REIMAGINED. CHICAGO.

The Forum recapped IIDA and AIA Chicago's March Designers & Architects Talk Series event featuring a conversation on the three most newsworthy, timely interior transformations in Chicago: Willis Tower, Tribune Tower, and the Old Post Office. Principals at Gensler, The Gettys Group, and Golub & Company share what it's like to work on icons.

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SUSTAINING HOPE WITHIN CRISIS

The International Living Future Institute’s Living Future 2020 conference highlighted increasing momentum and the scale of living buildings around the world.

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DESIGN INDUSTRY PULSE

Since late March, the American Society of Interior Designers has been conducting a bi-weekly survey to assess the impact of COVID-19 on the interior design community. Click through for the latest findings*.

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TOP HOSPITALITY DESIGNS

We curated our favorite hospitality design inspiration on Mortarr, all thanks to the architects, designers, and contractors responsible for the spaces, and the brands and products featured in the spaces. It's five stars all the way.

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CHANGE THE WORLD

Mortarr subscribers are leading sustainability efforts across the built environment to change the world, one building, one product, one project at a time. Take a look at their work and join them.

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NAVIGATING COVID-19

We reached out to Mortarr subscribers to see how they are navigating the complexities of our current COVID-19 environment. Praise for IT departments, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, each other, and takeout orders abound.

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POOLSIDE IN FIVE

We slathered on the SPF and waded our way through Mortarr's Inspiration Feed to find the best of the best in pool design. Grab your sunglasses and take a peek!

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30-ISH IN 3-ISH: INUNISON DESIGN

Episode 3 in The Forum's 30-ish in 3-ish Minutes series. 
Last December, we sat down with Christine Frisk, owner and principal designer at InUnison Design, to learn more about the woman leading the charge at the Minneapolis-based design firm. 

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MORTARR'S 32 UNDER 32 NOMINEES

Three Mortarr team members are in the running for AdFed Minnesota's 32 Under 32, which recognizes up-and-coming professionals in the advertising and marketing industry.

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BEYOND THE GALLERY: PURE + FREEFORM

The Forum sits down with Pure + FreeForm for a behind-the-scenes look at their striking and award-winning work.

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THE HOTTEST TRENDS IN OFFICE DESIGN

These are the hottest trends in office design today. Take a break with these spaces from Mortarr's Inspiration Feed.

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THE PATRON SAINT OF BADASSERY

IIDA and AIA Chicago kicked off the second season of their Designers and Architects Talk Series on Feb. 11. First up, a conversation between IIDA Executive Vice President and CEO Cheryl Durst, Hon. FIIDA, and Lauren Rottet, FIIDA, FAIA, a celebrated interior designer with over 60 million square feet of built design. No, you read that number correctly.

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DIVING INTO THE DETAILS

University of Idaho interior architecture and design student, Elizabeth McDonald, is the winner of Mortarr’s inaugural scholarship and Crane Kick awarrd, through Mortarr Awarrds MMXX.

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BRAND ENVY

A brand is the total of the experience customers, prospects, and employees have with a company. And that experience is felt from product packaging to websites, social channels, retail stores, and the brand's company headquarters. The best know this, and the best are on Mortarr. We curated our need it, want it, have to have it list for your viewing pleasure. Let the envy ensue. 

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BEYOND THE SHOWROOM: CENTENNIAL WOODS

When Blake Shelton, Starbucks, Taco Bell, Whole Foods, Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops are a fan of your product, you know you’ve got something good on your hands. And when the product’s CO2 elimination is equivalent of not driving your car for 5 years, you know it’s even better. Allow us to introduce Centennial Woods and their reclaimed snow fencing.

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TILES OF TILES

Long-lasting materials, eye-catching patterns, unique shapes, bold colors. Tile can enhance, spotlight, or bring together any room. We've curated the most beautiful offerings on Mortarr today. Enjoy!

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PUBLIC SPACES + CIVIC PLACES

In buildings that so strongly represent people, ideas, and history, intentionality can foster positive social change, strengthen networks and identities, and provide space for people and communities to come together. Behold the beauty — Mortarr's gallery is now open to the public.

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THE MORE LOVABLE RESTAURANT DESIGNS

Regardless of who is joining you for dinner or drinks, you'll fall in love with the restaurant designs found on Mortarr.

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WORLD OF CONCRETE

We mined Mortarr's Inspiration Feed for the best of the best when it comes to concrete. For the ultimate in inspiration, take a peek.

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THE BEST STADIUM ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGNS

You name the sport, Mortarr's Inspiration Feed has the stadium and all the gorgeous photos giving you unique access to some of the greatest stadium architecture and designs in the country. Go ahead and click around — it's a commercial break.

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TOP BATHROOMS

There's no place like ... your home bathroom. And designers are taking note when it comes to commercial bathroom design. Take a peek.

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TRENDING ON MORTARR: EDUCATION

We've curated the best commercial pros and brands working in the education sector today. Take a look at all this great work on Mortarr.

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30-ISH IN 3-ISH: ZENBOOTH

Episode 2 of The Forum's new series, 30-ish in 3-ish Minutes. We sat down with our friends at Zenbooth and asked all the, you know, important questions.

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FITNESS REIMAGINED

We lunged our way through Mortarr's Inspiration Feed for gym designs sure to inspire your at-home setup or at least your desire to get up and move.

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TOP 10 ARTICLES OF 2019

From our coverage of Mortarr's new headquarters to our conversation with Meena Krenek, now back at Perkins and Will, to everyone's favorite — our Top 10 articles, these are The Forum's most-read articles in 2019.

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THE MOST BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED SPAS

We sipped cucumber water and perused Mortarr for the ultimate spa design inspiration. Take a peek.

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12 DAYS OF MORTARR

We mined Mortarr's Inspiration Feed for the best of the best. For the ultimate 12 Days of Mortarr inspiration, take a peek.

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COVID-19

As you and your teams continue working with each other and clients remotely, use Mortarr to keep work connected and on track. Head to our Inspiration feed for the latest commercial projects, products, and trends across a variety of sectors.

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TAKE ME TO CHURCH

We mined Mortarr's Inspiration Feed for the best of the best. For the ultimate church design inspiration, take a peek.

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