HONG KONG—Fosun International Limited, together with its subsidiaries, released the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report 2025. Facing the increasingly severe challenges of global climate change, Fosun released its fourth Climate Information Disclosures Report with reference to Part D (“New Climate Requirements”) of Appendix C2 “Environmental, Social and Governance Reporting Code” of the Main Board Listing Rules of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, the framework of the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) recommendations and the International Financial Reporting Standards S2 Climate-related Disclosures Requirements. As an industry group rooted in China with a global presence, Fosun always places sustainability at the core...

AUSTIN, TEXAS—1 Hotels, the mission-driven luxury lifestyle brand founded by Barry Sternlicht, is now accepting reservations for 1 Hotel Austin, an urban sanctuary in the creative heartbeat of Texas. With an anticipated opening in August 2026, 1 Hotel Austin is set at the meeting point of Waller Creek and Lady Bird Lake and anchors the 74-story Waterline, the tallest tower in the state. Developed by Lincoln Property Company and Kairoi Residential, the extraordinary mixed-use development reconnects the city to its natural waterways and transforms a previously neglected area into a thriving corridor. Kohn Pedersen Fox (KPF) designed the building, with HKS Architects...

SAN DIEGO—Kirei, part of Carnegie Acoustic Solutions and a provider of innovative, sustainable acoustic design materials for commercial interiors, announces two additions to the Lit Collection: HyperFly Clouds and HyperFly Baffles. Expanding the collection’s integrated approach to acoustics and lighting, developed in partnership with Seattle-based RESOLUTE Lighting, both designs translate organic, wing-inspired geometry into high-performance ceiling solutions that bring visual warmth, improved acoustics, and moments of illumination to active environments. Defined by sculptural fins and softly curved forms, HyperFly product designs increase the acoustic surface area while maintaining an open, airy presence overhead. Acoustic wings provide space for airflow and...

One of the most fascinating topics I have covered over the years has been the LEED certification of U.S. convention centers. According to Shepard Event Services, in 2026, nearly 30 U.S. convention centers enjoyed LEED certification across Platinum, Gold, and Silver levels. To see Shephard Event Services’ rundown of LEED certified convention centers and what makes each uniquely green, click here. You may just find some best practices to replicate. I will be interviewing some of the folks behind the design and construction of the new Austin (Texas) Convention Center soon. Set to open in 2029, the Center will run...

NEW YORK—Hyphyn, the first-of-its-kind biodegradable vinyl designed for high-traffic hospitality, healthcare, education, and retail environments, makes its Fulton Market Design Days debut and returns to NeoCon at The Mart in Chicago, June 8 to 10. Across both shows, attendees can experience the innovative material firsthand and learn about its reduced environmental impact with new test results confirming its safety for incineration. At Design Days, Hyphyn will exhibit within The Beaudega, where visitors can receive an exclusive crossbody bag crafted entirely from this sustainable material finished in a modern matte gray, showcasing its soft, refined texture and endless versatility. Attendees can also visit the Pallas Textiles showroom...

JABIRU, AUSTRALIA—Journey Beyond has entered into an agreement to acquire the operations of the Crocodile Hotel, located in the township of Jabiru in Australia’s Northern Territory, within the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park. The Crocodile Hotel features 110 rooms and is known for its distinctive shape, representing the saltwater crocodile. The property includes the Manjmukmuk Restaurant and Bar, conference facilities, an outdoor swimming pool, and an on-site art gallery showcasing local artwork. The hotel is situated on land leased from the Mirarr Traditional Owners through Gundjeihmi Aboriginal Corporation Jabiru Town (GACJT). GACJT describes the transaction as a step toward delivering the...

MENOMONEE FALLS, WIS.—Bradley Company, innovator of commercial restroom products for more than 100 years, announced that its Elvari Washroom Accessories Collection has been honored with the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2026, one of the world’s most prestigious and internationally established competitions for product design. Established in 1955, the Red Dot Design Award recognizes products that demonstrate outstanding design quality and innovation. In 2026, the highly competitive global program received thousands of entries from companies and design studios across 61 countries, highlighting its broad international scope. Awarded products reflect the many ways design today responds to evolving technological, functional, and societal needs across industries and...

SOLON, OHIO—Tarkett, a world leader in innovative and sustainable flooring solutions, has expanded its homogeneous vinyl sheet and tile offering with the introduction of Melodia Classic, as well as a broadened palette for its Melodia and Aria styles. Together, the collections offer 73 colors—from calming neutrals to bold accents—and three tonal patterns designed to work in harmony. With Melodia, soft, tonal shifts blend in a calming field of balanced color. Melodia Classic features a slightly larger visual that brings subtle movement while disguising traffic patterns. The terrazzo-inspired accent chips of Aria deliver elevated contrast. “With the addition of a new pattern and a more...

SAN DIEGO—Kirei, a provider of innovative, sustainable acoustic design materials for commercial interiors, introduces two new additions to the Lit Collection: the Tessellate Pendant and Tessellate Cloud. Expanding the collection’s integrated approach to acoustics and lighting, both designs translate bold, faceted geometry into high-performance ceiling solutions that balance visual clarity with acoustic control. Defined by triangulated surfaces, the Tessellate forms increase acoustic surface area while maintaining a clean, refined assembly. The result is a system that supports both performance and design intent without adding complexity to specification. The Tessellate Pendant brings this geometry into a vertical format, offering a strong yet...

SEATTLE—Hightower has launched its dedicated portal on Ecomedes, a leading sustainability intelligence platform for the built environment. Available now at hightower.ecomedes.com, the portal gives architects, interior designers, dealers, and project teams instant access to comprehensive sustainability and environmental performance data across the entire Hightower product catalog at no cost. The Ecomedes partnership represents the next step in Hightower’s ongoing commitment to building an industry-leading digital toolkit for customers. Following the company’s integration with Configura’s Commercial Interiors Library and Aline and Spec platforms last year, in addition to Cyncly’s Worksheet, Ecomedes extends that same customer-first philosophy into the sustainability space, giving project teams...