SOLON, OHIO—Tarkett’s Chicago showroom (215 N. Peoria Street, Floor 10) will transform into a creative hub for interior designers from around the world during Design Days 2026, June 8 to 10. Attendees are invited to touch, build, explore and express freely, discovering the full creative flexibility of the Tarkett Solution SPECtrum, the company’s industry-leading flooring portfolio.
“Creative expression is personal—and powerful. It’s how you shape the world. It’s how your spaces come to life, connecting with and caring for the people who use them every day,” said Omoleye Simmons, Tarkett’s Vice President of Design. “At Tarkett, we’re here to help you express freely. Explore, experiment, express your vision.”
With industry-leading breadth across responsibly made flooring and accessories, tailor-made options and unmatched design flexibility, the Tarkett Solution SPECtrum empowers designers to create without limits.
Tarkett’s Recent & Upcoming Introductions
Design Days attendees will get an up-close look at Tarkett’s recent and upcoming introductions, including:
- Transcribe—a feature carpet tile and Contour 3.0 mm LVT collection.
- In the Making—a carpet tile and Powerbond hybrid carpet collection.
- Living Contours—a carpet tile and Powerbond hybrid carpet collection designed for senior living environments.
- Johnsonite 2026 Colors of the Year—showcased in Millwork Wall Base and rubber tile.
A Showroom Designed to Inspire
Tarkett has completely reimagined its 10,000-square-foot Chicago showroom into a series of distinct zones, each offering a new dimension of expression:
- A Powerbond highlight anchored by a custom water feature, celebrating the collection’s unmatched durability and moisture management.
- The Tarkett Solution SPECtrum Palette Studio—an interactive, rotating display where guests can explore products, build custom palettes with Tarkett designers and order samples, featuring Johnsonite’s 2026 Colors of the Year from floor to wall.
- An Every Step Matters installation showcasing Tarkett’s holistic approach to sustainability.
- A lounge area featuring Tarkett Hospitality broadloom area rugs.
- A rooftop patio (Monday evening) offering panoramic views of the Chicago skyline.
“Our reimagined showroom is designed to put creativity center stage—giving every visitor the space, the tools and the inspiration to make it their own,” said Sonia Serrao, Vice President of Brand Marketing for Tarkett.
Register to attend at commercial.tarkett.com/design-days-2026.
