Material Transparency

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Flooring

Baby Got Backing

Made from an average of 80% recycled content and produced in a plant powered exclusively by renewable electricity, Tarkett’s DESSO EcoBase carpet tile backing is Cradle to Cradle...
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Living Wall Systems

Yoga Studio Poses as Mixed-Use

Design elements embrace the yogic principle of serene, non-harming surroundings that enhance health with light, indoor air quality and redlist-free materials
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Wall Coverings

Bring Texture to your Wall

EchoPanel Mura wallcovering is made of up to 60% recycled content with low-VOC emissions, absorbs sound and adds dynamic design factors to nearly any flat surface. Class A fire...
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Structural Wood

Developer Earns $1.5M Grant for Timber Tower Design

Grant will help research the feasibility of creating tall wood structures, including assuaging concerns about safety due to seismic issues. Ongoing work with code authorities ...
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Material Health

Living Light Lab

Housing Mohawk’s design team, Light Lab’s floor-to-ceiling glass makes the department appear to float effortlessly in a forest—the perfect setting for this Living...
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Wall Coverings

Covering All the Bio-Bases

Bio-based Xorel is turning heads among emerging architects and designers who are concerned with material health and occupant well-being.