Shaw Contract

An internally researched forecast that envisions a future shaped by inclusivity and purpose.Design for All is an internally researched trend and colour forecast. It is intended as a resource and a tool to help inspire the minds that will shape our future. It is a deep look at ourselves, our community and our earth, as we consider how the spaces we create affect the choices that we make.As the way we experience the world evolves, so does our understanding that physical and social health are deeply intertwined. The ways we connect with others, engage with technology, and care for theplanet all influence our collective well-being.This latest forecast asks “What would it look like to design for belonging, people and planet health?”. Rather than solving our differences, how might we design to bridge our shared needs and create common ground?It looks at global trends across three themes, Wellbeing, Connection and Thriving, and forecasts how design is already adapting in response, and how it needs to continue to evolve to support these changes for a more connected, regenerative and joyful future.The forecast sets the scene for each theme and then shares examples of brands, products and individuals that are responding to the opportunity and challenge. It then demonstrates how this is influencing the design of spaces. Finally, it showcases what the colour palette looks like for each theme.

Designing for Next Life: Circular Thinking for Commercial Interiors As circular economy targets reshape the built environment, commercial designers are being challenged to think beyond first occupancy. This CPD examines how Design for Disassembly is transforming the way we specify interior materials - enabling products to be recovered, reused and retained at higher value rather than stripped out and discarded. Focusing on commercial flooring as a high-turnover element, the session explores circular economy principles, design for disassembly and reversible fixing mechanisms, alongside practical case studies that demonstrate how DfD can be delivered today. Ideal for architects and interior designers seeking practical ways to align sustainability ambitions with design flexibility and commercial realities. Learning outcomes: Understand how circular economy principles apply to commercial interiors, with a focus on flooring materials and installation methods. Explain how Design for Disassembly strategies can support flexibility, carbon reduction and compliance with sustainability certification schemes Evaluate difference reversible fixing options for commercial flooring Apply learnings from case studies to make more informed flooring specifications that enhance circularity, reduce waste and deliver long-term benefits.

This CPD explores how to specify carpet tile for performance, design and sustainability in modern commercial interiors. It covers key standards such as BS EN 1307:2014, alongside manufacturing methods, construction, acoustics, comfort and carbon impact. Attendees will gain practical insight into material health, certifications, reuse and installation methods - enabling more informed, future-ready flooring specifications that balance design intent with long-term environmental and performance outcomes. Learning outcomes: Explain the key components and construction methods of commercial carpet tile, and how these impact performance, aesthetics and longevity Recognise relevant industry performance and sustainability standards, including BS EN 1307:2014 testing requirements and material health certifications Evaluate key specification factors such as acoustics, comfort, colour, indoor air quality and circularity to select the most appropriate flooring solutions for projects  Delegates will be able to apply practical specification and installation considerations to optimise design outcomes, performance and lifecycle sustainability.