NeoCon 2023 took place at THE MART in Chicago from June 12th to June 14th. At NeoCon, Steelcase showcased new solutions that go beyond hybrid, deliver on sustainability commitments and help organizations create diverse, vibrant, and sustainable workplaces.
Steelcase and its Community of Brands released new products that featured a diverse range of innovative solutions designed for collaboration and focus spaces with integrated technology for enhanced virtual interactions.
“We’re excited to share the latest additions to our extensive portfolio, all of which are informed by our research and designed with the intention for the needs of people and the planet,” said Terry Lenhardt, vice president of global product marketing for Steelcase. “These new solutions deliver a variety of experiences that can help people work better — whether they are working for a small business or large global organization.”
New Products:
Steelcase® Flex Single Table
Part of the Steelcase Flex Collection, Steelcase Flex Single Table is a lightweight, easy-to-move, fixed height and height-adjustable table that makes room for a laptop and more, empowering individual team members at a moment’s notice. With Single Table, one can gather for a group session, getaway for focus, stake out a prime spot for a video call or collaboration, responding to the frequent transitions that hybrid work demands.
Steelcase OcularTM
To address the inherent challenges with traditional meeting spaces and connecting on video, Steelcase launched a collection of three tables designed to make hybrid collaboration better. Ocular’s unique table shapes thoughtfully position people to see each other in the room while optimizing the camera view for those who are remote. Ocular supports ease, equity, and engagement – and better sightlines — for in-person and remote participants in small to large meeting spaces.
Steelcase WorkValetTM
Steelcase’s newest locker solution for the hybrid workplace gives people a convenient and secure place to store personal belongings. Whether it’s a place to start and end the day, a frequent stop in a team space, or a transition place between meetings, WorkValet creates just the right storage as people journey through the day.
AMQ® Bixby™ Lite Work
Bixby Lite Work delivers a unique perspective on collaborative seating that puts innovation, design and user options at the forefront. Support collaboration wherever it happens, from a quick touchdown to an all-day training session. Lightweight and versatile, Bixby Lite Work accommodates dynamic spaces that demand flexibility and ease without compromising comfort or performance.
HALCON™ OPTIC
Halcon’s Optic is an expansive collection of tables and storage designed to harmonize beautiful aesthetics with technical excellence and orchestrate an unparalleled hybrid meeting experience. Distinctive and graceful table shapes facilitate immersive meetings, promoting eye-to-eye contact to foster more meaningful interactions between in-person and remote participants. Connectivity has been seamlessly integrated to support the effortless use of leading-edge technologies. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, storage solutions offer opportunities to enhance room acoustics and can be tailored to accommodate every need.
Smith System® Flowform® Learn Lounge
Students love lounge furniture, but it can have ergonomic and stay-on-task drawbacks. Flowform Learn Lounge offers a corrective solution through intelligent design. It provides casual, collaborative furniture pieces that work in unison to ergonomically support students – and promote better, healthier learning in common spaces.
Viccarbe® Foro™
Dominated by a clear minimalist aesthetic, Foro is a collection of tables crafted from solid oak wood to transmit warmth, dimension, and durability to any environment. Foro is a collaborative concept turned the wooden table to encourage meetings, conversation, idea exchange, and celebration.
West Elm Willow Work Lounge
West Elm Work Willow is a fresh take on the classic club chair. Sporting either a smooth upholstered interior for a clean and versatile look or soft upholstery that’s casual and elevated, West Elm Work Willow can blend in or stand out.