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1st NeoCon

Early-career designers, this is your chance! Interior Design, Metropolis, and THE MART invite you to 1st NeoCon—an exclusive program offering curated tours, industry insights, and unparalleled opportunities to connect and learn. Apply to experience NeoCon, the world’s leading event for commercial interior design since 1969 — with your travel, accommodations, and meals fully covered.

When's 1st NeoCon?

Grand interior lobby of THE MART in Chicago, featuring tall columns, decorative ceilings, and modern seating arrangements. Several people are sitting or walking through the space.
Outdoor lounge area along the Chicago River with seating, a pergola, and city skyscrapers in the background at dusk. A man sits reading on a bench.
Modern bar and lounge area with a large wooden bar counter, hanging pendant lights, and high-top stools. People are working on laptops, and a bartender is behind the bar.

Location: THE MART, Chicago
Dates: June 9-11, 2025

Submissions Close: May 2, 2025

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Why Attend?

  • All-Inclusive Experience: Airfare, accommodations, meals, and programming are fully covered, making this a seamless introduction to NeoCon.
  • Explore the Best of Commercial Design: Get a firsthand look at the latest products, trends, and innovations shaping the future of the industry.
  • Exclusive Showroom Tours: Enjoy guided tours led by industry editors and explore the dynamic showrooms at THE MART.
  • Thought-Provoking Discussions: Participate in roundtable discussions and talks with design leaders, innovators, and peers.
  • Build Meaningful Connections: Network with fellow designers, manufacturers, and industry professionals at curated events, dinners, and social gatherings.
  • Attend the HiP Awards: Celebrate cutting-edge product design and influential industry leaders at the 11th Annual HiP Awards ceremony.

Eligibility

  • Designers who have NEVER attended NeoCon
  • Commercial Designers who are actively specifying product

Applications are now open! Submissions due by May 2, 2025.

If you have questions, please contact: Kerri Rodger, krodger@sandowdesign.com

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