Where Design Connects

June 8–10, 2026
The Mart, Chicago

Preview Day
June 7, Noon–4pm

The leading event for commercial interior design industry since 1969.

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Debuting Illuminate at NeoCon

Experience the transformative power of light through immersive experiences, curated product showcases, and expert-led education at this new "show within a show".

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Preview Day

Preview Day at NeoCon 2026

NeoCon 2026 will kick off with the new Preview Day, Sunday, June 7, Noon-4pm. Open to all registered attendees and media.

Design

Exhibitor Spotlight

Retro-inspired design is making a comeback in hospitality and workspaces and beyond, embracing sumptuous curves for warm, inviting environments. From sculptural seating to fluid architecture, these soft forms blend mid-century elegance with modern comfort.

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Inspiration

Call for Programming Now Open!

Call for Programming Now Open!

Calling all innovative thinkers, industry leaders, and design experts. Submit your ideas for consideration for NeoCon 2026 programming by January 15, 2026.

Connection

Seeing Isn’t Always Believing

Seeing Isn’t Always Believing

Ana Romaniv of Eight Station explores how varying degrees of realism—from loose sketches to photoreal renders—shape client decision-making, arguing that purpose matters more than polish.

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Breakthrough ideas. Bold brands. Future-focused creatives. Shaping what’s next.

New products

  • Over 400 leading and emerging companies exhibit each year
  • Thousands of new products debut across showrooms and floors
  • Focus on the biggest ideas and boldest innovations in commercial design

Insights

  • Timely programs led by top design and business experts
  • Keynotes, panels, and discussions covering industry-relevant topics
  • Accredited CEU sessions and world-class presentations
  • Content designed to inspire and inform

Community

  • Hub for the global commercial design community
  • Includes educators, students, and media from around the world
  • Over 50,000 design professionals attend annually
  • Packed schedule of events, meetups, and celebrations