❄️ December Newsletter: Happy Holidays from The Collective ❄️
Happy Holidays! We hope that you all had an energizing few weeks celebrating holidays with loved ones. We are grateful to you, our partners, and the AEC community for a wonderful year. Cheers to a fabulous 2023, and we're eagerly looking forward to what 2024 holds in store!
As we eagerly anticipate the trends that will shape 2024, browse some inspiration from Pantone's 'Peach Fuzz' Color of the Year, workplace trends, and spotlight on Teknion's Experience Hub and its potential to redefine industry norms.
Read on for more practical tips and insights that you can implement in workplace design, plus some more on how we have been celebrating the holidays!
What We're Specifying
Products that have caught our eye this month.
'Spectral Array' from LUUM Textiles: A Truly Sustainable Fabric
What impact can an educated design decision make on your footprint? Turns out, a lot! When it comes to Spectral Array, there are at least two installation options to consider, known in the industry as "Off The Bolt" and "Railroad". Watch the video to learn more about how 'Spectral Array' is developed, and how it can be installed on furniture in a more sustainable way to save up to 35% of fabric that would have gone to landfill.
The Collective's Toronto account management team worked alongside Britacan to create an innovative, open, and dynamic workspace to meet the modern working needs of Colliers employees. Colliers Project Leaders provided project management for the office consolidation, ensuring the project was finalized on time and below budget.
The latest and greatest we're sharing and reading in the industry.
Employee Highlight: Katie Bunton
Meet Katie, who celebrates her sixth year with The Collective! Katie is a designer for our Architectural Products Division, our unique department that designs and specifies solutions involving architectural products, phone booths, acoustic glass storefronts, post-and-beam structures, architectural complements, and more.
Pantone’s 2024 Color of the Year is Everything 2023 Was Not
Peach Fuzz is Pantone's Color of the Year for 2024, chosen for its soft, warm qualities symbolizing peace and coziness amid turbulent times. This 25th-anniversary selection is influenced by trends seen in fashion and home decor markets. While acknowledging the simplicity of associating a color with emotions, Pantone sees it as a message of yearning for peace in challenging times.
RSP Principal Alissa Franconi explains how companies are creating experience and connection “hubs” to continue investing in culture while navigating uncertainty in the commercial real estate market. Examples include regional hubs to replace traditional meeting spaces and additions to existing offices for versatile gatherings. The concept reflects the evolving nature of workplace design amid changing real estate trends, potentially shaping a new normal in the industry.
Expansion Highlights: Elevate your Expansion Experience!
Teknion's latest immersive video showcases their Expansion collection, a cutting-edge solution designed creating a truly inspiring and dynamic workspace.
From holiday parties, ping pong tournaments, and ugly sweater parties, we had a delightful time getting to spend time with colleagues and partners. Cheers to a wonderful 2023 and have a Happy New Year!