HONOLULU—Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort announced that its Tapa Tower has been LEED certified, becoming the first LEED-certified tower within the Park Hotels & Resorts portfolio. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is the world’s most widely used green building rating system and a global symbol of excellence. LEED-certified buildings promote sustainability through practices that improve environmental and human health. “We see the achievement of this LEED certification as another way we get to take care of this place we call home,” said Debi Bishop, Managing Director of Hilton Hawaiian...

SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIF.—Native Trails, a leader in artisan-crafted, sustainable kitchen and bath design, introduces Natoma 24—the latest addition to its award-winning NativeStone collection. This 24-inch, wall-mounted concrete sink blends minimalist form with handcrafted texture, offering an ADA-compliant solution that combines beauty and performance in a compact footprint. Ideal for small bathrooms and hospitality spaces, Natoma 24 elevates the wall-mounted sink beyond its utilitarian roots, serving as a refined focal point in both residential and commercial interiors. Every Natoma 24 is handcrafted in a multi-day process that begins with custom molds and ends with a one-of-a-kind functional work of art. Artisans pour and hand-pack NativeStone—a...

NEW YORK—Carnegie, a leader in sustainable textiles and acoustical management solutions for the commercial industry, announces four new upholstery options, a part of its Studio Collection. This collection reflects Carnegie’s 75-year legacy, drawing on the deep experience, craftsmanship, and forward-thinking design that have become hallmarks of the brand, shaping its journey along the way. Joli, Moreland, Ophelia, and Parallelogram draw from the quiet luxury of boutique hotel lounges, the ambiance of high-end restaurants, and the timeless elegance of haute couture design. Perfect for hospitality-infused experiences, these upholstery options showcase richness and sophistication in every thread. For designers aiming to craft unforgettable, opulent spaces, these fabrics...

MILWAUKEE, WIS.—PACE Equity, a leader in Commercial PACE (Property Assessed Clean Energy) financing, expanded its groundbreaking financial product, CIRRUS Low Carbon, with the introduction of the first whole-building Embodied Carbon Intensity (ECI) target-based initiative in the U.S., CIRRUS Zero Carbon. CIRRUS Zero Carbon is part of the CIRRUS C-PACE product set, which financially rewards building owners with a reduced financing rate when they build, renovate, or refinance with a higher efficiency design. The goal of CIRRUS Zero Carbon is to neutralize carbon emissions by optimizing energy-consuming systems and generating renewable energy to offset any remaining energy use. CIRRUS Low Carbon has...

With summer nearly behind us—my son has already been in school a week—it’s time to preview the next few months of the busy trade show/conference season. The season kicks off on August 23 with The Clean Show at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. (August 23 to 26). This event is a great opportunity to connect with companies ranging from laundry equipment suppliers to floor cleaning equipment suppliers. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how you can reduce energy and water consumption in your cleaning processes. Educational sessions will cover topics such as “Hygienically Clean, Clean Green and...

NILES, ILL.—The Mitchell Group’s groundbreaking NetZERO collection is now featured in the cutting-edge Materials ConneXion library, a globally recognized resource for sustainable and innovative materials used by leading architects, designers, and manufacturers across industries. NetZERO represents a bold leap forward in commercial textiles, combining sophisticated design with enhanced performance and sustainable practices. The hydro-based manufacturing process eliminates the use of solvents and is proprietary to The Mitchell Group. Developed with sustainability at its core, the collection reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to environmental responsibility without compromising the durability, aesthetics, and ease of maintenance The Mitchell Grouop is known for. “Being added...

NEW YORK—Ultrafabrics, a global leader in high-performance coated fabrics and alternative leathers, introduces Brisa Ellora, a new upholstery collection designed to bring breathable comfort and style to a wide range of interiors. Named after the word “cloud,” Ellora is engineered for softness, sustainability, and soothing appeal that’s ideal for a variety of applications, including commercial, residential, hospitality, healthcare, automotive, and more. Crafted to reflect the natural beauty of drifting clouds, Brisa Ellora is part of Ultrafabrics’ breathable family of fabrics, alongside Brisa, Brisa Distressed, Brisa Frontier, and Brisa Forecast. Defined by its subtle texture, refined matte finish, and proprietary ventilation system that enhances airflow for...

ATLANTA—LX Hausys America Inc., an innovative manufacturer of building and decorative materials, is highlighting Cloud Ridge, a refined quartz surface within its VIATERA Suprema Collection. Introduced earlier this year at KBIS, Cloud Ridge has been thoughtfully enhanced to offer greater depth and complexity, making it a compelling surface choice for both residential and commercial interiors. Inspired by the serene beauty of cloud-covered mountain landscapes, Cloud Ridge features a warm off-white base accented by flowing brown veining in varied thicknesses and tones. The abstract, non-repetitive pattern evokes the quiet movement of mist drifting along rugged peaks, delivering a calming yet sophisticated aesthetic...

NEW YORK—Heller, an industry leader in modern design and the only fully regenerative, microplastic-free outdoor furniture brand, announces yet another first—a new and highly-anticipated Made to Order program. With a minimum order of just four pieces, designers and architects can now order any of Heller’s rotationally molded furniture products in any of the 35 colors currently offered. Another first for the brand and the industry, Heller is the only company working in this materiality that can offer this solution. “Our Made to Order program is a first of its kind,” explains John Edelman, President & CEO of Heller. “We consolidated...

NEW YORK—Designtex, a leading designer and manufacturer of applied materials for the built environment, further evolves their biobased offerings with the debut of the brand’s first coated textile with biobased polyurethane, Ethos. A biobased material is partially or entirely made from renewable biological resources such as plants, animal fibers, algae, fungi, or agricultural and forestry byproducts. For Ethos, third-party ASTM D6866 testing verifies its 12 percent biobased content, with Designtex providing documentation for reporting to any sustainability program. When it comes to material health, Ethos is free of VOCs, antimicrobials, flame retardants, PFAS, and PVCs. In addition, Ethos is rewarded...