10.8.07 | Keeping Up With The Times, a panel discussion centered on the architecture and interior design of the new eco-smart New York Times Building was held October 2, 2007, at the Architects & Designers Building in Manhattan. Sponsored by Gensler, the A&D Building and Metropolis magazine, the evening featured presentations and discussion with key figures for the project.

9.10.07 | It is no surprise that Haworth wants to show off its new 31,000 sq. ft. New York City showroom. The renderings look ambitious, and Haworth is developing the space to meet LEED-CI Gold standards. A showroom opening celebration is planned for December 5^th, but in the mean time, the company has also planned a series of unconventional Hard Hat Tours, to bring invited guests through the 125 Park Avenue space while it is undergoing construction.

8.27.07 | Nurture by Steelcase is one of the many silver linings to come out of the unprecedented downturn experienced by the contract furniture segment of the workplace industry earlier this decade. Interestingly, this downturn drew attention to the healthcare sector before it became a vibrant political issue.