June 6, 2008—The 40th annual NeoCon World’s Trade Fair, North America’s largest commercial interior design show and conference, returns to The Merchandise Mart in Chicago, Monday, June 9 through Wednesday, June 11, 2008.
NeoCon showcases the latest trends and innovative products for the office, healthcare, hospitality, retail and governmental environments.
During NeoCon, exhibitors from around the world will showcase cutting-edge products in their Mart showrooms, setting the precedent for the contract furnishings industry. Designer products in major categories that will premiere at NeoCon are: Seating, Lounge; Seating, Office; Office Systems; Casegoods; Furniture; Flooring; Floorcoverings; Lighting; Technology & Tech Support.
SEATING, LOUNGE
Allermuir introduces Elios, an elegant, steel-wire framed stacking chair perfect for large scale, conferencing applications, according to the company. This steel-wire framed chair is uniquely designed so that the arms do not compromise its stacking capabilities in any way.
Allermuir introduces Kojak, a striking collection that offers extreme comfort, style and a neat footprint. Kojak is comprised of a slender side chair and armchair, both of which stack, along with a matching high stool. Kojack lends itself perfectly for cafes, catering, hospitality environments, and exhibition venues.
Allermuir introduces Lola, a charismatic upholstered seat that comes in the form of a two-seat sofa and a chair. It offers dynamic four-legged tubular steel frames and a swivel chair, with simple, elegant, flat steel disc base.
Arconas introduces Flyaway inPower, a public seating system for airports that provides a safe, convenient and reliable power source. Users can plug into AC outlets or USB ports to recharge laptops and other electronic devices from a comfortable seated position while waiting for their flights.
B&B Italia introduces the Tulip Chair, a new contract seating chair, for lounge and dining.
Berco Inc. introduces Mondy, a sleek, clean training table that combines exceptional design with day-to-day function.
Campbell Contract introduces Incline Lounge Group, a crisp and clean series that includes an armless lounge chair, club chair, loveseat, sofa, bench and an updated wing chair.
Charles Stewart Contract introduces the Patrick Lounge Chair, an exquisitely tailored and fitted lounge chair that makes a strong statement.
Dietiker Switzerland introduces Kalio, a chair and lounge that share ergonomic comfort and a sculptural shape.
ERG International introduces Lewis, a swivel club chair available in a number of finishes and sizes.
Gispen introduces Gispen Globus, a well-designed, mobile workspace that allows work to happen anytime and anywhere.
Global The Total Office introduces Citi Tablet, a series of lounge seating, coffee tables and end tables that exemplify contemporary design.
Grand Rapids Chair Company introduces Variations, which offers seemingly limitless options for upholstery applications.
Indiana Furniture introduces To Be Announced, a collection with connecting guest seating and tables.
Nienkamper Furniture & Accessories Inc. introduces its Granger Chair, a study in fluid lines with the minimal use of materials.
Paoli introduces Quoin, a crisp and contemporary look in lounge seating.
Sandler Seating introduces Heartbreaker, an original heart-shaped back and seat; and the Question Mark chair, which has a continuous curved structure supported by a central base in chromium-plated metal.
Spec Furniture introduces Gravity Public Seating, public seating with an eco-friendly option.
SEATING, OFFICE
Allseating introduces Inertia, which is available in a highback and midback task chair, as well as a guest chair.
Allsteel introduces Acuity Office Seating, which it describes as a revolution in office seating.
Colls Corporation introduces FLEX Executive, a fully ergonomic high-back task chair. It comes standard with fully flexible molded foam back and integrated lumbar support.
Dauphin introduces Conte, a ergonomic task chair that includes an automatic body weight adjustment that effortlessly finds the best sitting position.
Dietiker Switzerland introduces Satu, a lightweight, stackable seating solution.
ErgoCentric Seating Systems introduces the Aircentric office seating solution.
Fixtures Furniture introduces Fixtures Smiles, a delicately contoured seating solution that focuses on balancing, comfort, aesthetics and strength.
Global The Total Office introduces Kate, a series that joins fashion, contemporary style and retro sensibilities. Kate is an ideal seating solution for conference and meeting rooms.
Harter introduces Get, a line of swivel chairs for the modern workplace.
Highmark introduces InSync, which it describes as the first affordable weight-activated counterbalance chair. InSync automatically adjusts to support every user, no adjustment required.
ICF introduces Campus Air Chair, a classic model that is suitable for indoor/outdoor use.
ICF introduces Myto Chair, a revolutionary seating product that is minimalist and comfortably inviting.
Izzy introduces Sideways from HAG by izzy, a revolutionary office seating solution.
Kuo Jer Enterprise Co., Ltd introduces its Mesh Chair, a study in fashion and practical design.
Lacasse Groupe introduces Saggio Seating by United Chair, a highly efficient chair in structure and performance.
MooreCo, Inc. introduces Spine Align, with a unique seat back that has floating lateral lumbar supports.
Nienkamper Furniture & Accessories Inc. introduces its AYA Chair, a redefinition of ergonomic elegance.
Seatability introduces Solace, a unique and stimulating style with innovative technology.
SIDIZ, Inc. introduces Image, the latest in mesh office seating solutions.
Tayco introduces MARS, a contemporary density stacking chair with smooth curves and a sleek profile.
Thonet introduces IRBY, a contemporary wood chair.
Chen Chi Furniture Co., Ltd. introduces its Office Seating Components, an innovative line of office seating solutions with multi-functions.
Victor Contract introduces Aurora / Eco Intelligent Seating Fabric, an open line seating fabric that has a wide range of applications.
Steelcase, Inc. introduces Cobi, an office seating solution that offers fluid motion and rich materials.
OFFICE SYSTEMS; CASEGOODS
B&B Italia introduces the AC Executive, a new wooden collection of working walls, bookcases, pedestals, credenzas and meeting tables.
Chang Shin Li Co., Ltd. introduces CS-229 and CS-239, an individual mesh design for the seat and back, without any support.
CSPS Metal Co., Ltd. introduces the Vertical Cabinet, Lateral Cabinet and Pedestals Cabinet, all offering streamline storage systems and available in stainless steel and powder coated.
Design Interaction introduces Uniboard Melamine with NU Green Particleboard Substrate. This product features melamine panels with FSC-certified particleboard substrate make, with no added urea formaldehyde.
DORMA Glas introduces DORMA/allglas Interior Office Fronts, an office front system that provides architects and interior designers a complete, easily assembled glass system that is aesthetically compatible with their own designs.
Eurotech Casegoods introduces Eurotech Casegoods, a laminate line and reception seating solution.
Fluidconcepts introduces Quatto, a versatile workstation product based on elegant linear components.
Harvest Link International Pte Ltd. introduces Prima Nest n Fold Table, a sturdy, user-friendly and versatile table that features a simple folding action for easy mobility and compact storage.
HBF introduces Linea by Mario Ruiz of HBF. Linea includes a variety of material thicknesses with subtle offsets that give each piece proportions of unusual subtly.
Inscape introduces Scala, a scalable panel that is functional and innovative.
International Furniture Industries introduces The President’s Collection, an affordable and elegant high-end line of casegoods.
Jofco introduces Tahke, a freestanding sustainable furniture design engineered for the demands of today’s office.
Kimball Office introduces Hum. Minds at Work, which offers an ease in continual shifts between concentration and collaboration in an office setting.
Lacasse Groupe introduces Morpheo Casegoods Collection by Lacasse, a collection that emphasizes styling and wraparound functionality.
LEDA Furniture introduces Empire, a study in the neoclassical traditions of the Roman Grecian era.
MultiSource Laminates, Inc introduces Eccoplast, a green solution to interior surfaces.
OFS introduces Offerings, a finely crafted private office furniture collection.
OKIN America LLC introduces ID 2, a new “plug and play” concept for the height adjustable office table market.
Paoli introduces Altamont, a complete transitional wood furniture line.
Remstar introduces Electric Work Counter, a new filing system that makes every file or item 100% accessible to every user, regardless of height or comfort level.
Steelcase, Inc. introduces Garland, an updated line of wood casegoods that blend elegance and versatility.
TerraMai introduces Reclaimed Wood Veneers & Panel Products. These products are the world’s first veneers and engineered panel products made from reclaimed wood, all FSC certified and LEED compliant, according to the company.
Watson Desking introduces M2, a line of high efficient rectilinear work surfaces, storage and privacy components designed for open office applications.
Workrite Ergonomics introduces the Workrite Sierra Electric with Modesty Screen, a height adjustable work center that allows for flexible privacy in an open office setting.
FURNITURE
Aidata USA Co, Ltd. introduces Mobile PC Station and PC cart, which provide compact design and adjustability for computer systems in minimal spaces. Mobile PC Station is perfect for a home office.
Anji Mountain Bamboo Rug Co. introduces Bamboo Office Chairmat, a plastic mat alternative. This item is made from 100% Anji Mountain bamboo, the strongest and hardest bamboo in the world, says the company.
Arcadia’s Hush Public Modular Collection is the low-back counterpart to the Hush Private series. Hush Public offers a tempting array of functional accessories and options.
Brandrud Furniture introduces Cent Patient Chair, developed for acute care and related environments.
Bretford, Inc. introduces the Rhombii Training Table, with built-in power/data modules, easy mobility and storage capabilities.
Claridge Products and Equipment, Inc. introduces the Space Saver Desk, with a dual-purpose design that provides ample work space when needed, while saving valuable space when not in use.
David Austin introduces Contour, a desking solution that offers collaborative conferencing and shared technology.
Encore Seating introduces Escape, a mid-back and high-back seating solution that features exceptional front and back stitching details.
Foshan Ribang Steel Office Furniture Co., Ltd. introduces Office Table, an elegant and classic office solution.
Foshan Ribang Steel Office Furniture Co., Ltd. introduces File Cabinet and Movable Compact Cabinet, compact cabinets which are available in a variety of finishes.
Gispen introduces Gispen WV.01, a table that is equal parts elegant and functional.
Global The Total Office introduces Laminate Meeting Tables, a contemporary line that can be customized through various table shapes, sizes and colors.
Heller introduces The New Gaudi, a redesigned offering with comfort and practicality in mind.
Herman Miller, Inc. introduces Teneo, a new archetype of storage meant to be an active part of work life.
Hill-Rom introduces Art-of-Care Position Recliner, an esthetically pleasing design coupled with quality and durability. The company is also introduced the Art-of-Care Day Bed Sleeper, a perfect addition for patient rooms.
Images of America introduces the Connect Chair, a revolutionary chair that facilitates the transportation of a patient to and from a bed.
Indiana Furniture introduces Promise, an office furniture solution that offers comfort and quality in curved work surfaces and eco-friendly finishes.
Infinite Furniture Solutions introduces HydroForm Leg Table, a contemporary furniture solution that brings a modern twist to any classroom, library or office.
Inwood Office Environments introduces Welcome, a line of reception stations.
Kinsley Design Group introduces Box Furniture, a residential and commercial furniture line.
LearningWorks, a StelterPartners Company, introduces The Vanerum Collection Learning Center, which focuses on the higher education learning environment and offers solutions in the three zones of the classroom.
Legacy Furniture Group, Inc. introduces The Transformer Collection, which can be customized to suit any designer’s needs.
Modernsolid Ind. Co., Ltd. introduces the LA-911N Notebook Arm, an innovative mounting solution that offers convenience and ergonomic design.
MooreCo, Inc. introduces Lecture Station, a presentation station that features a locking three-shelf storage cabinet, desktop, built-in wire management and a lectern top.
Nurture by Steelcase introduces Sonata, a healthcare solution that offers a patient personal space, easy access to belongings and close proximity to partners-in-care and care providers.
REHAU Inc. introduces Impressions Line Edgeband, a line that includes a variety of options, from natural wood to modern waves.
RightAngle Products / K&A Manufacturing, Inc. introduces R-Style Training Tables, which includes a floating table and a T-Base table.
Safco Products introduces the Rumba Nesting Tables, with a “change me when you need me” ease that allows customization for any office setting.
SIS-USA Inc. introduces up.grade, an asset management system for schools, communities and taxpayers.
Sugastune America, Inc. introduces MonoFlat Unison MFU (Flush Sliding Door System), a door system suitable for walk-in closets, stockrooms or small office spaces.
SurfaceWorks introduces its Curative Height-Adjustable Table, a one-handed gas spring adjustable table.
Swerve introduces the T6, an agile system for work and home.
Teknion introduces District, an office line that allows designers to address LEED and collaborative trends in the workplace.
Tuohy Furniture introduces three seating collections: Bryant Park, Murray Hill and Turtle Bay. All of these collections have expanded Tuohy’s construction capabilities by pushing the curvatures in several directions instead of just one.
FLOORING
Abet Inc. introduces Vintage Grainwood Floor, offering excellent durability coupled with 17 different woods and textures, ideal for areas subjected to greater wear such as shops, hotels and office environments.
Azrock by Tarkett introduces its Emerge eco-resilient tile, an alternative to traditional resilient tile.
Bigelow Commercial, a division of The Mohawk Group, introduces X-Factor, a carpet tile that has “got to get it” appeal.
Design Interaction introduces FSC Certified Calico Teak Flooring, a flooring product that contributes toward the LEED CI MR-7 Certified Wood credit.
Durkan introduces Synthesis, a new series that includes patent-pending technology for a layering of pattern and texture on carpet.
Green Choice Flooring International introduces Strand, a flooring solution made of a deep, rich grain that provides an exotic elegance in an eco-friendly wood.
Karastan Contract introduces Covet, a collection of woven and tufted modular carpets.
Kardean International introduces its 2008 spring collection, featuring four commercial designer flooring products.
Lonseal introduces Heiko Collection, which offers a balance of soothing aesthetics, sustainable composition and resilient hygienic properties.
Parterre Flooring Systems introduces Metallon, a resilient flooring solution that offers a subtle steel grit look, but with a warm patina.
Signature Innovations introduces its Custom European Hardwood Flooring, a hand-scraped, beveled and distressed wood flooring solution.
FLOORCOVERINGS
Armstrong Commercial Flooring introduces MIGRATIONS BioBased ResilientTile, made with rapidly renewable ingredients. This collection offers enhanced performance in a sustainable and affordable product for the resilient flooring category.
Blue Ridge Commercial Carpet introduces its A La Carte Collection, a “tool box” of modular tiles that allow users to create patterned installations with changing scale and color definitions.
BOLYU Contract introduces the Stillness & Light Collection of organic, nature-inspired carpet patterns.
BR-111 Exotic Hardwood Flooring introduces Corduroy, a leading-edge flooring design featuring thin strips of wood laminated together, creating a contemporary linear appearance perfect for walls or floors.
Forbo Flooring Systems introduces Marmoleum Composition Tile, a financially beneficial product for LEED projects that is 85% organic, with 66% bio-based content.
Garrett Leather Corp. introduces Specialty Hides, a collection that includes beautiful “hair-on” hides with bold colors and intricate laser-cut patterns.
Lees Carpets introduces Places and Spaces, an urban locales-inspired carpet collection.
Milliken Contract introduces Persian Dynasty, a collection inspired by beaded saris, hand-woven shawls and luxurious vintage fabrics.
The New Pancraft & Designweave introduces its Archetype Collection, composed of three spectacular broadloom styles that are perfect for any setting.
Shaw Contract Group introduces Graphic Nature, a collection designed to address the key performance attributes important to the healthcare market.
Tandus introduces Grade Illusions Series II, a line extension that features larger scaled, multicolor patterns for commercial interiors.
LIGHTING
Boyd Lighting Co. introduces Twilight & Circolo, a collection with unique design patterns wrapped around the corners of thick, water-jet-cut solid brass.
Humanscale introduces Different Work Light II, an eco-friendly alternative to traditional lighting solutions.
Koncept Technologies, Inc. introduces the Mini-Z High Power LED Desk Lamp, which offers adjustable brightness, great energy efficiency and style.
Luxo introduces Ninety, which it calls the world’s most energy-efficient LED task light.
Winona Lighting introduces Mini-Markers, a line of Mini-Marker Luminaries designed to proved marker lighting.
TECHNOLOGY AND TECH SUPPORT
Configura, Inc. introduces CET Designer 2.0, a visual software line for designing, rendering and specifying office furniture and interiors.
Convia introduces Convia Global Gateway, which allows users to instantly view and control an entire building’s energy usage from their personal computers.
Datum Filing Systems introduces LapTop Cart, the perfect solution for education, government, corporate, or training computer storage needs.
Ergotech Group, Inc. introduces Ergotech “Apex” Multi-Screen Mounting Solution. Apex is the worlds only multi-screen mounting solution that can support flat-panel monitors in sizes up to 30, and in configurations from 2 to 10 screens.
The Mohawk Group introduces Drag & Fly, an easy-to-use Web application that offers architects and designers instant access to accurate modular carpet images.
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