Written language affects everything we do. From learning, to communication, business, marketing, and everyday interactions — writing is everywhere. Writing things down is an age-old concept that applies to every industry, especially interior design. The course analyzes written language and explores the psychological benefits of writing in the contexts of to-do lists and collaboration. The content explores writing in academic and professional environments and inspires designers to include writing surfaces in every design.

Explore the psychology of color! You’ll earn one HSW IDCEC credit while we provide an enhanced understanding of how we see color, a comprehensive vocabulary to communicate about color, a deeper understanding about the strategic use of color, and the impact that color can have on individuals psyche as well as their perceptions of interior spaces.

Come grab a drink and connect with your fellow professionals! Join us for a networking happy hour with the Architecture and Design community while touring the MiniCon floor plan to see 60+ commercial manufacturers showcasing their latest products and research to our Pittsburgh community.
This event is free and open to the public. RSVP is kindly requested via the form at the bottom.

Social dynamics, technology shifts, and pedagogy influences have a significant impact on the traditional classroom. This course will define the drivers and benefits of new environments for learning and explore emerging spaces including mixed reality, maker spaces, outdoor learning, Esports and learning commons.

Join Inventionland Education as they take you through their award-winning Innovation Lab® design process and latest K12 trends. See how they work with you to develop ground-breaking, creative environments that are different than anything you’ve ever seen. They’re age appropriate, durable and affordable.

The open office revolution has gone too far, and now the revolution needs a revolution. This course will delve into the history of the last 70 years of office design, how we got to this place in time, and what steps designers can take to understanding the science behind privacy. If you’ve ever wondered how to inspire and motivate the next generation of the workforce and are desperate to find a way to get their headphones off and their collaboration skills “on”, then this course was made for you.

Get together with fellow business professionals, community leaders and guests for an evening filled with good conversation and networking within the MiniCon floor plan. Light snacks and adult beverages for those 21+ will be served. This event is free and open to the public. RSVP is kindly requested via the form at the bottom.

In today’s hybrid work environment, Human Resource leaders are voicing concerns around their organization’s cultures and how they’re struggling with the role physical space plays in their hybrid work models. Join Steelcase’s Vice President Jean-Marie Murphy on October 6th from 12:00pm – 1:00pm for an honest conversation around today’s hybrid climate and how HR leaders can utilize their space to provide a better hybrid employee experience.

The talent war is more competitive than ever. Leaders are now faced with not only how to attract top talent but how to retain and engage talent in a competitive marketplace. As leaders in all industries scramble for advantages, most continue to overlook the most effective weapon in their arsenal: their workspace. We’ll discuss how important space is to people, what workers need and how the places people work can be a crucial part of an organization’s strategy to solve the complex issues leaders face today.