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Top 5 Trends from NeoCon 2017

Check out the Top 5 Trends spotted at NeoCon 2017 & see the products that can transform your space.

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1. Saturated Tones & Pops of Color

Saturated, bright tones of magenta, teal, bright green, light purple, sienna, and orange were seen everywhere, serving as exciting & fun pops of color.

naughtone – Symbol Sofa, Knot Table, & Always Chairs
DWR – Loll Collection
Andreu World - Capri Lounge

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2. Secondary Solo Workspaces

Moving away from standard desking, these solo workspaces offer comfort, privacy, and a nice change of scenery from one's regular desk space.

Okamura - Muffle
naughtone - Cloud Work Booth
Davis - Soft Privacy
OFS Brands - Heya

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3. Playing with Levels

Many soft seating options and lounge collections allow people to sit at different levels and collaborate with others in various modes of work within the office space. Customization, flexibility, functionality, and comfort all come together in these pieces to encourage collaborative discussion and idea generation.

HBF - Kanso
Koleksyion - Ikaros
Allermuir - Mote

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4. A Touch of Velvet

A trend reported at both Salone del Mobile in Milan and ICFF in New York makes its way to Chicago -- beautiful velvet and mohair fabrics were seen everywhere!

BuzziSpace - BuzziCane and BuzziBalance Hi
Sossego - Pitu Lounge Chair
HBF - Essens Guest Chair and Kanso

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5. Mixing It Up

A twist to the traditional! Mixed materials were seen around every corner -- beautiful combinations such as wood + metal, wood + poly, etc. 

Davis - Reed (wood + poly)
naughtone - Soft Cabinet (wood with upholstered front)
Watson - Miro Credenza & Meeting Table (artisan industrial: wood + metal)
Magis - Tavolo XZ3 Table (white top and copper base)

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For an inside look at NeoCon, check out our FRESH Perspectives blog, written by our own Maddy Raman!

     

Banner image: BuzziSpace Showroom