DESIGNERS LIVE ON the front line of brand communication through the very materials they specify to convey attitude or expectation to customers. Today, they’re more likely to choose materials that suggest optimism and opportunity over uncertainty or even adversity in the world around them. Luckily, the A&D community is vocal and manufacturers are responding with the tools designers need to deliver uplifting and welcoming interiors. Set against a backdrop of omnichannel, designers are charged with creating real life experiences that are not easily replicated in online transactions.

Look for natural materials reinterpreted in bold colors that are actually found in nature, if you know where to look. Look also for the increasing number of sustainable and healthier finishes that promise less interior pollution and environmental impact.

Artaic’s Everest

Comes in two colorways

From this company’s Naturally Refined collection, Everest captures a sense of calm through its rolling mountains drenched in soft ombre colors created through watercolor techniques. Comes in two colorways: Goldenrod (shown) and Ice.

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MANUFACTURER: Artaic
PRODUCT CATEGORY: Materials

3form’s Flek Juniper and Flek Pistachio

75-percent recycled material

Two new colors expand the sustainable Flek collection, which contains 75-percent recycled material. Flek Juniper and Flek Pistachio have a confetti-like pattern made with pelletized resin from repurposed edge trimmings, returned samples and reclaimed material.

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MANUFACTURER: 3form
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Minimalist modern living room interior background, Scandinavian style, 3D render

Astek’s Atmos

Designs are printed to order on eco-friendly Type II substrates

Using abstract painting techniques, Atmos hand-painted designs evoke vast stretches of land and natural scenery in terms of color, shape and texture, and can be developed into repeating murals for walls. All designs are printed to order on eco-friendly Type II substrates.

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MANUFACTURER: Astek
PRODUCT CATEGORY: Materials

D|Fab’s Custom Acoustical Feature Wall

Available in 35 vibrant colors or can be custom printed

Custom Acoustical Feature Wall was created to amplify visual interest while dampening unwanted sound. Available in 35 vibrant colors or can be custom printed, this seam-free architectural felt is made from 60-percent recycled PET fiber and has an ASTM E84 Class A fire rating.

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MANUFACTURER: D | Fab
PRODUCT CATEGORY: Materials

Pulp Art Surfaces’ PAS002 “Exposed” Alley Brick

100-percent recycled material

These panels are made in the U.S. from 100-percent recycled material. Shown here is PAS002 “Exposed” Alley Brick installed at a pop-up for Daily Harvest showcasing one of the company’s faux brick options.

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MANUFACTURER: Pulp Art Surfaces
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Designtex Picnic

Applicable for indoor or outdoor

Picnic is a corded, durable upholstery fabric available in five colorways that can stand on its own or be part of a larger color story. Hillside features a geometric quiltlike texture and is available in an array of 20 uplifting colorways. Both are applicable for indoor or outdoor use as they are UV- (1500 hours lightfastness) as well as stain- and weather-resistant.

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MANUFACTURER: Designtex
PRODUCT CATEGORY: Materials

Yellow Goat Design’s Slipsteam

Crafted from birch plywood

Ideal for wayfinding or p-o-s applications for natural brands, Slipsteam brings fluidity and airiness to a space. This curved sculptural screen, crafted from birch plywood, is a striking way to tell a brand story.

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MANUFACTURER: Yellow Goat Design
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Schwam Sourcing Group’s Acoustic Suede Wall Coverings

Available in various patterns and colors

Acoustic Suede Wall Coverings are available in various patterns and colors. The moisture-proof, zero formaldehyde, waterproof and soundproof decorative panels are produced using soft suede and synthetic leather, as well as high-density memory foam.

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MANUFACTURER: Schwam Sourcing Group
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Recrylic Material

Available in bulk sheets as well as custom fabrication

Recrylic looks and performs like virgin acrylic while being 100-percent recycled and recyclable. The material reportedly reduces CO2 emissions and landfill use when used in place of virgin acrylic. Available in bulk sheets as well as custom fabrication.

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MANUFACTURER: Recrylic
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DVUV Wood Powder Coating UVMax

Environmentally friendly alternative to liquid paint

UVMax is a single coat clear finish for birch plywood. Powdercoating can be an environmentally friendly alternative to liquid paint, providing finished components to the retail, contract furniture, healthcare and hospitality industries.

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MANUFACTURER: DVUV
PRODUCT CATEGORY: Materials

Three dimensional generated image of an environmentally friendly office space. Eco-friendly creative office meeting space.

Moz Designs Jewel Tone Palette

Colors are available in smooth, textured and gloss finishes

Jewel Tone Palette features colors inspired by nature. Rose Gold, Steel Lavender, Peacock Green and Night Blue were created in response to the move away from neutral color palettes and to answer designers’ request for bold colors for use on walls and ceilings. Colors are available in smooth, textured and gloss finishes.

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MANUFACTURER: Móz Designs
PRODUCT CATEGORY: Materials

Texture Plus Deconstructed Pallet

Feature the warmth and rich texture of hewn wood

Multicolor faux wall panels called Deconstructed Pallet are modeled after actual used pallets, offered as 2-by-4-ft. interlocking wall panels. Modern yet rustic, the realistic panels feature the warmth and rich texture of hewn wood that’s easy to install.

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MANUFACTURER: Texture Plus
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Octopus Products Linea

Offers endless application possibilities

Linea is a series of fluted wood designs featuring subtle texture and detail. The simple yet elegant panels add design interest and offer endless application possibilities including wall panels, freestanding displays, cabinet doors, ceilings and furniture facings. Easily cut to length, panels feature a tongue-and-groove joining system for seamless connection.

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MANUFACTURER: Octopus Products
PRODUCT CATEGORY: Materials

Architectural Systems Inc. Concrete Wall Coverings

Comes in a range of colors and a set of mixed sizes

Composites of flexible concrete combined with state-of-the-art technology come together in Concrete Wall Coverings, a sustainable finishing material. The lightweight and durable material comes in a range of colors and a set of mixed sizes.

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MANUFACTURER: ASI | Architectural Systems Inc.
PRODUCT CATEGORY: Materials

Formica’s DecoMetal

Featuring more unique metal finishes for vertical surfaces

Seven new designs have been added to the DecoMetal line, featuring more unique metal finishes for vertical surfaces. These include four printed solid metal options that are artistically textured and detailed, and three metal laminate designs that use metal foils as their decorative surfaces.

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MANUFACTURER: Formica Corp
PRODUCT CATEGORY: Materials

Chemetal’s Surface Mode

Offered on thicker materials

Surface Mode is the latest collection of aluminum surface treatments now offered on thicker materials. The company offers aluminums finished with an ambient industrial black and overlays it all with a wide variety of CNC designs to create intriguing textures and dimensionality.

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MANUFACTURER: Chemetal
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Treefrog Veneer’s Real Wood Veneer Laminates

Its proprietary process ensures consistency from sheet to sheet

These prefinished Real Wood Veneer Laminates have been made in Italy for more than 50 years by a second-generation, family-owned company. Its proprietary process ensures consistency from sheet to sheet. Its complete range – 24 wood species from figured Silver Ash to Madagascar Ebony in standard sheet sizes – is available.

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MANUFACTURER: Treefrog
PRODUCT CATEGORY: Materials

modern office interior

Panel Processing Inc. Custom Wood Panel Furniture and Furniture Components

Made to customer-designed specifications to fit client needs

Custom Wood Panel Furniture and Furniture Components features pack-outs and ready-to-assemble units like wall beds, desks, closets, tables and more, and are made to customer-designed specifications to fit client needs.

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MANUFACTURER: Panel Processing Inc.
PRODUCT CATEGORY: Materials

EcoSupply’s Tekstur

Come in many colors and geometric patterns

Apply Tekstur panels to a variety of surfaces from walls to furniture to millwork. Resistant to water, fire and impact damage, these durable panels come in many colors and geometric patterns. These panels are also LEED point eligible.

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MANUFACTURER: EcoSupply
PRODUCT CATEGORY: Materials