NEW YORK—Designtex, the leading designer and manufacturer of applied materials for the built environment, introduces Polychrome and Convene. The multi-colored woven upholstery patterns are fun, bright, and ready to provide visual eye candy to any environment. Bold and geometric, Polychrome and Convene utilize complex weaves to add interest beyond their structured graphics. The weaves used in Polychrome create dynamic textures that enhance its kaleidoscopic pattern while adding to the visual narrative. With seven colorways that suit a variety of moods, the upholstery textile is ideal for public spaces. “Polychrome’s bounty of color and texture will bring joy and dynamism to any...

AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS—The Sustainable Hospitality Challenge (SHC), founded by Hotelschool The Hague, returns in 2025 with a dynamic new format that reflects the evolving landscape of hospitality innovation. It now features two powerful tracks centered around Impact and Inspiration. SHC continues to empower top students from around the world to redefine the future of sustainable travel and tourism. Over the past decade, SHC has evolved from a student competition into a global platform for innovation, generating hundreds of ideas showcased at leading industry conferences and impacting thousands of industry professionals. SHC envisions a hospitality industry where sustainability is embedded not only in products and...

WISCONSIN DELLS, WIS.—Venture Luxury Estates, a division of Uphoff Resorts, announced that the Treetop Villas at Mirror Lake in the Wisconsin Dells is now open. Dawn Manor Restaurant, located next door, will also open this month. “We’re thrilled to open the doors of the Treetop Villas,” says Steve Uphoff, CEO of Uphoff Resorts. “The Wisconsin Dells is a one-of-a-kind destination, and we’re honored to be part of this community. Our luxurious tree houses offer guests a unique and tranquil retreat all year round.” “The Treetop Villas are a one-of-a-kind luxury retreat that seamlessly blends contemporary architecture with the natural beauty and...

NEW YORK—The International Interior Design Association’s New York Chapter (IIDA NY) has launched FurnitureMatch, a groundbreaking platform designed to connect surplus furniture with nonprofits and community organizations throughout New York City. This forward-thinking initiative aims to reduce landfill waste by giving high-quality furnishings a second life in the neighborhoods that need them most. FurnitureMatch acts as a centralized hub that connects designers, furniture liquidators, nonprofit leaders, and community stakeholders, streamlining the redistribution of furniture and fostering a more circular economy within the built environment. By closing the gap between surplus and need, the platform helps ensure that valuable resources are...

COPENHAGEN, DENMARK—1 Hotels, the mission-driven luxury lifestyle brand founded by hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht, announced that reservations are now open for 1 Hotel Copenhagen, a nature sanctuary set to open in August in the heart of Denmark’s capital. The property is a reimagining of the Skt. Petri, an iconic hotel in the historic Latin Quarter. 1 Hotels is transforming the space into a 282-room retreat that combines the brand’s trademark biophilic design with Scandinavian craftsmanship, integrating organic textures, reclaimed materials, and native greenery to create an urban oasis. A commitment to mindful living is reflected throughout the property, from energy-efficient operations aligned...

SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIF.—Native Trails, a leading manufacturer of artisan-crafted, sustainable kitchen and bath products, welcomes Avalon 66—a NativeStone freestanding bathtub that provides optimum comfort. The concrete tub’s soft, rounded form and smooth, deep interior provides proper insulation to ensure a hot, deep, and relaxing soak in a variety of residential and commercial applications. Avalon 66 joins Avalon 62 and Avalon 72 as the perfect middle ground in the brand’s award-winning NativeStone Bathtub Collection. True to Native Trails’ commitment to the planet, Avalon 66 is also another step towards sustainable living. Each tub is handcrafted by artisans in Vietnam using NativeStone, a...

HICKORY, N.C.—Best in Show presents a distinguished textile trio of patterns that combine tailored sophistication with a pedigree of playfulness. From the boardroom to the lobby and everywhere in between, this collection champions both style and performance. From the handsome Haberdash plaid to the refined Perrito houndstooth and the two-tone Brushed Canvas designed by 20-year trusted HBF Textiles partner Erin Ruby, each pattern is crafted to meet the demands of commercial and hospitality environments while delivering warmth and character that stands apart in the show ring of contract textiles. “Best in Show sits at the intersection of market demand and expressive patterns,” says Casey Baxter, Vice President...

WESTHAMPTON, N.Y.—Three Ducks celebrated its opening on May 21 in Westhampton, N.Y. The boutique hotel, managed by FIRM Hospitality Group, thoughtfully facilitates meaningful guest experiences rooted in nature, authenticity, and discovery. A collaboration between designer-developers Elizabeth Bakhash and Randall Stone of Three Ducks Hospitality, the hotel introduces a lighthearted yet elevated approach to luxury, and a genuine connection to the Westhampton community. With 12 rooms, the property blends upscale amenities, experience-forward design, and a refined yet relaxed atmosphere that captures the ease and charm of the area. The Day’s Rhythm At Three Ducks, the guest experience is thoughtfully designed to follow...

DULUTH, MINN.—As part of their ongoing commitment to sustainability, the environment and fostering a communal appreciation for the outdoors, Loll Designs planted 1,000 trees, half white and half red pine, near Lester Creek Golf Course in Duluth on May 22. This 40-acre area has a rocky soil which is better suited for native pine trees for strong long-term growth versus its current species makeup. Restoring these native trees will help prevent erosion along the creek while adding much-needed biodiversity to the area. The tree planting initiative was done in partnership with the City of Duluth and Rajala Woods, an...

CHICAGO—Commercial design leader Momentum Textiles & Wallcovering is exploring the next level of biophilic design in its latest wallcovering launch: the Renaturation collection by 13&9 Design. Renaturation, named for the concept in which nature reclaims manmade or developed spaces, employs natural fractals for an approach to commercial design deeply grounded in science, design and wellness. The power of fractals, intricate, self-repeating patterns, is core to nature itself and has a proven impact on brain health and healing, improved wellbeing, and enhancing overall cognitive function. The resulting wallcovering collection transcends aesthetics, creating restorative environments with measurable benefits for occupants. Renaturation sprung...