TWENTYNINE PALMS, CALIF.—RESET Hotel has officially opened its doors introducing a full-service, 65 room boutique hotel, inviting guests to reconnect with nature through design-forward rooms, curated amenities, and direct access to Joshua Tree’s North Entrance. RESET is the first full-service hotel to be built from the ground up in the high desert in over 15 years. Its scale and intentionality sets it apart from nearby short-term rentals and motels, offering a boutique hospitality experience just two hours from Los Angeles or San Diego, and about three hours from Phoenix and Las Vegas. “RESET is about more than just a place to stay—it’s...

BANGKOK—Six Senses has signed a hotel management agreement with Narai Hospitality Group to introduce Six Senses Bangkok as part of Hatai, a visionary mixed-use development on the site of the iconic Narai Hotel in the heart of Silom. Narai Hotel first opened its doors in 1968, becoming a trailblazer in Thailand’s hospitality story as a grand gathering place that shaped Silom’s skyline and set the scene for its thriving business and social district. For over five decades, its dedication to exceptional service and unique offerings made it a beloved establishment for travelers, celebrities, and royalty. Now, in partnership with Narai Hospitality Group,...

SOLON, OHIO—Tarkett, a world leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sports surface solutions, has been awarded the prestigious platinum medal for the second year in a row by EcoVadis, a leading platform for assessing CSR (Corporate Social and Environmental Responsibility) performance. This distinction places Tarkett in the top 1 percent of the 130,000 companies assessed by EcoVadis across 185 countries. With an overall score of 86/100, Tarkett confirms its maturity in sustainability and social responsibility. Tarkett is therefore the only multi-product company in the flooring and sports surfaces sector to achieve this level of rating at EcoVadis. “Recognition like the...

TOKYO, JAPAN—The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), the global authority for advancing healthy buildings, organizations and communities, announced rapid uptake of the streamlined pathway for projects that pursue both LEED and WELL certification. In less than two years, total project space using the pathway has more than tripled—from 80 million to nearly 250 million square feet—while the number of projects has more than doubled, growing from 300 to over 750 across 47 countries. In addition, more than 100 projects, spanning 15 million square feet, have already achieved LEED and WELL certification using the pathway. The accelerated growth reflects a...

SOLON, OHIO—Illustrative of the company’s brand and marketing leadership, Tarkett was recently recognized in two international creative award competitions—the Hermes Creative Awards and the Viddy Awards—administered and judged by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP). The flooring manufacturer earned six Hermes Creative Awards for outstanding marketing strategy, creative campaigns and activations, and five Viddy Awards for outstanding achievement in video and digital production. Among the highlights are the Platinum awards for four standout initiatives. One Hermes Platinum Award went to the “Every Step Matters” campaign, which successfully translated complex sustainability concepts into relatable human values, showcasing Tarkett as a...

MENOMONEE FALLS, WIS.—Bradley Company announced its Elvari Washroom Accessories Collection has been named a Popular Choice Winner in the Commercial Design category of the prestigious 2025 Architizer A+ Product Awards. Elvari was also recognized as a finalist in the Kitchen & Bath – Fittings and Fixtures category, further underscoring the product line’s excellence across design disciplines. The Architizer A+ Product Awards celebrate the world’s best building products, honoring innovation that elevates architectural projects and transforms the built environment. This year’s winners were selected by thousands of architects, designers, and industry professionals from around the globe through public voting and jury evaluation. “Earning recognition from the...

YUCCA VALLEY, CALIF.—Star Tile introduces Erosion Tile, a new collection inspired by how nature shapes stone over time: with water, wind, and patience. Garnering attention for its sculptural texture and calming presence, Erosion turns any space into a sensory experience. Erosion isn’t just tile; it’s a story. Each curve and groove is based on real patterns found in mountainsides, riverbeds, and natural erosion. The look is soft and flowing, designed to bring a sense of peace and groundedness into interiors. “Erosion reminds us that strength doesn’t have to be loud or fast—it’s built slowly,” said Mikayla Mitchell, partner/designer at Star Tile....

UPPSALA, SWEDEN—Together with landlord Vasakronan, Scandic plans to open a modern, new 236-room hotel in downtown Uppsala. The hotel will be built in the rapidly growing Södra City (Southern City) area. In addition to a gym, bar and flexible meeting facilities, the new hotel will offer a large restaurant with a view of stunning park areas. The long-term lease agreement between the parties includes a new-build Scandic hotel with 236 rooms. Meeting capacity will be substantial as the hotel will offer seven meeting rooms, the largest of which can accommodate up to 200 people and be divided into three sections. The...

NEW YORK—LebaTex, a renowned commercial textile company dedicated to producing high-quality, sustainable fabrics, announces the launch of the Tidal Collection. This performance upholstery line combines stunning ocean-inspired designs with a powerful environmental mission, incorporating SEAQUAL YARN made from marine plastic waste. Created in partnership with SEAQUAL INITIATIVE, the six-pattern Tidal Collection is woven using yarns derived from plastic debris recovered from beaches, oceans, rivers, and estuaries. Each fabric supports global efforts to clean the oceans and reinforces LebaTex’s commitment to sustainability without compromising on durability or design. “We developed the Tidal Collection to embody the spirit of sustainability without sacrificing performance,”...

KALAMAZOO, MICH.—Landscape Forms has expanded its offering with design partner Escofet to include six new sculptural concrete site furnishings solutions: Gather modular seating, Petra bioinspired gathering points, Serp modular benches, Soc versatile urban elements, Tiers layered site furnishings and Wave artful modular platforms. A showcase of the cutting edge of Escofet’s design and manufacturing capabilities, each of the six new products in the offering is expressive and unique, merging functional design with public art and opening up innovative new possibilities in the design of outdoor space. While their forms range from geometric to organic, thin and crisp-edged to smooth, flowing and gently rounded, they’re united by Escofet’s distinctive sculptural aesthetic, impeccable craftsmanship, and thoughtful...