Human Spaces: Flooring & Design Blog by Interface

How to Foster Creativity and Innovation in the Workplace

June 19, 2019

Innovation happens when you build physical and psychological space that allows you to think creatively. And it’s up to companies and designers to provide that space.

Designing for Success with Monterrey Institute of Technology

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Designing for Success with Monterrey Institute of Technology

June 12, 2019

Monterrey Institute of Technology needed to modernise its facilities in order to attract and retain the next generation of learners and innovators. So, the university launched a new mission to update its spaces with design that was fresh and colourful.

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What We Saw at Milan Design Week 2019

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What We Saw at Milan Design Week 2019

June 5, 2019

Milan Design Week is the most influential design showcase of the year – a week-long spectacle overflowing with inspiration and innovation. What’s shown in Milan inspires and evolves over the next 12 months into new products, colour direction, merchandising and styling.

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A Little More Conversation, A Lot More Action Please

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A Little More Conversation, A Lot More Action Please

May 29, 2019

If we stop for a moment to think about the positives, the awareness of climate change is greater than it’s ever been. The magnitude of the recent protests in London and cities across the UK is just one indicator of this. But it’s not just the scale of those demonstrations which took people by surprise, it was also the people taking part. It was people like you and me. People who have had enough of living with the status quo and want to make a real difference.

How Biophilic Design Enhances Community Spirit

April 25, 2019

According to Heath, there are three types of communities. “Relational communities are the social connections between people within an organisation or team – but also in social circles. There are geographical communities as well: the physical connection between people in a country, town, neighbourhood, or building.

Spotlight on Scandinavian Design

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Spotlight on Scandinavian Design

March 13, 2019

Design shows like SFF are of course mechanisms for companies to showcase their latest products, hottest trends and freshest colour palettes. But more and more, companies are using this arena to talk about how they’re tackling broader design issues such as wellbeing, sustainability and community in the office environment.

Base Camp Designed for…Sustainability and Innovation

February 6, 2019

In the design and construction of the new Interface global headquarters in Atlanta, sustainability was top of mind in every decision made about the building, considering what was best not only for customers, designers and employees, but also the planet.

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Pantone Colour of the Year 2019: Living Coral

January 24, 2019

After the glitter settles on another year, we step hurriedly into January hoping to leave some habits behind and embrace all things shiny and new. Right on cue, Pantone marks the start to a new year with a new Colour of the Year. In 2019, we are celebrating and surrounding ourselves with the bright and…

Textures, Materials & Patterns

Finding a “Ray” of Inspiration

January 16, 2019

Where do our in-house designers seek inspiration? Safe to say it’s not found staring at computer screens all day. So, what do you get when you combine 20 designers, 16 paint colours and one giant “paint-by-number” canvas? This inspirational artwork of our founder Ray Anderson is to hang in ‘The Studio’ at our LaGrange office in…

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Base Camp Designed for…Employees

January 7, 2019

Our company is driven by much more than the products we deliver… Our mission to run our business in a way that is restorative to the planet. Our constant sense of exploration and innovation to design a better way. And most importantly, while developing the plans for Base Camp, our commitment to creating +Positive spaces…

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Human Spaces – Latest Posts

How to Foster Creativity and Innovation in the Workplace

Designing for Success with Monterrey Institute of Technology

What We Saw at Milan Design Week 2019

A Little More Conversation, A Lot More Action Please

How Biophilic Design Enhances Community Spirit

Spotlight on Scandinavian Design

Base Camp Designed for…Sustainability and Innovation

Pantone Colour of the Year 2019: Living Coral

Finding a “Ray” of Inspiration

Base Camp Designed for…Employees

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