NeoCon 2025 Recap: Design That Moves Us Forward

At Verve, we’re always looking for what’s next—design that works harder, feels better, and fits today’s fast-moving world. That’s why NeoCon is one of our favourite events of the year. It brings together the newest innovations in commercial interiors, and this year’s show delivered big on flexibility, wellness, and smarter materials.

Below are our top takeaways from NeoCon 2025, and how they’re shaping the way we help companies furnish better, faster, and more thoughtfully.

Photo courtesy of NeoCon® / Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc.

Design That Feels Good

The Sensory Shift

Workspaces are moving beyond “nice to look at.” Now, it’s about how they feel. NeoCon showed us a growing focus on emotionally supportive design—spaces that promote calm, focus, and comfort for all kinds of people, including those with neurodiverse needs.

Think plush lounge chairs, acoustic panels inspired by nature, and even pet-friendly credenzas.

We’re seeing more soft shapes, biophilic elements, and warm materials—all of which create welcoming environments that reduce stress and increase connection. It’s intentional.

Photo courtesy of NeoCon® / Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc.

One Space, Many Purposes

Design Without Boundaries

The most exciting showrooms at NeoCon blurred the lines between work, hospitality, and education. Today’s offices need to support everything—focus work, team meetings, social moments, and more—and do it all with minimal fuss.

Modular lounge pieces, mobile meeting rooms, and reconfigurable desks took center stage.

This aligns perfectly with our work at Verve. We specialize in flexible, design-forward furniture that adapts easily to shifting needs and growing teams—whether it’s a small suite or a full-scale build.

Smart + Sustainable Materials

Better for the Planet and the People

Sustainability is now expected. But NeoCon showed us how it's evolving: from check-the-box to truly innovative. We saw seating made from ocean plastic, surfaces with built-in sensors, and tech-integrated meeting pods.

This is about longer product life, smarter use of materials, and spaces that adapt over time.

At Verve, we love working with partners who share this forward-thinking mindset. Many of the brands in our Quick Ship Program are already embracing these changes—so our clients have to choose between speed, style, and sustainability.

Built to Last

Resilient, Health-Conscious, and Ready for Anything

Durability matters more than ever—especially in high-use, fast-changing work environments. NeoCon emphasized cleanable, modular, and timeless products designed to evolve with the workplace.

UV-resistant upholstery, antimicrobial finishes, and furniture that breaks down for reuse are leading the way.

Color Trends We Loved

This year’s palettes brought both warmth and boldness:

• Earthy Neutrals – terracotta, honey, caramel

• Rich Accents – emerald, navy, plum

• Dusty Pastels – peach, mauve, periwinkle

• Soft Whites – off-white and tone-on-tone beige

These tones are approachable, elevated, and easy to build around—great for spaces that want to feel current without chasing trends.

What This Means for You

At Verve, we believe in making great office furniture easy. NeoCon 2025 gave us a fresh look at what’s possible—and we’re already working these ideas into our curated packages and brand partnerships.

We’re here to help you create a workspace that’s flexible, thoughtful, and designed for how people really work today.