# NeoCon 2016: What’s Next — Inspiration for the  Way We Work Today

> All eyes were on Chicago this month for NeoCon, a creative hub for innovation and inspiration. So what’s the latest? Here’s a quick take on some trending ideas from our vendor partner Steelcase.

- **URL:** https://www.yournbs.com/blog/neocon-2016-whats-next-inspiration-for-the-way-we-work-today/
- **Author:** NBS Marketing
- **Published:** 2016-06-30
- **Modified:** 2023-11-02

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All eyes were on Chicago this month for NeoCon, a creative hub for innovation and inspiration. So what’s the latest? Here’s a quick take on some trending ideas from our vendor-partner Steelcase:

- The _smart and connected_ workspace—
    and how to know if a space works
- _Informal and authentic_ design sensibilities
    that are keeping it real
- The hat trick for commercial interiors:
    _materiality + design + performance_

You can see how these ideas are transforming the workplace in several award-winning products from Steelcase. The **Workplace Advisor** won for its innovative analytics capabilities that collect data to help decision makers evaluate room usage over time and maximize the value of their workspace investments. Steelcase also scored with its new **High Density Storage**. It’s a perfect balance of material, aesthetics and function—the winning combination for creating high-performance workspaces.

For the full Steelcase NeoCon overview including new products and insights please visit [**Steelcase.com**](https://www.steelcase.com/neocon-2016/). To learn more about Steelcase’s award winning products visit the following pages.

**Best of NeoCon Awards**
Gold: Files & Mobile Storage, [**Steelcase High Density Storage**](https://www.steelcase.com/eu-en/products/cupboards-cabinets/high-density-storage-office-pedestals-and-cabinets/)
Silver: Workplace Technologies, [**Steelcase Workplace Advisor**](https://www.steelcase.com/products/workplace-optimization-analytics/steelcase-workplace-advisor/)
Innovation: Occasional Tables, [**Steelcase Bassline Tables**](http://myturnstone.com/)
Innovation: Textiles, [**Steelcase New Black Collection**](https://www.steelcase.com/resources/surface-materials/)

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_Source: [NBS Commercial Interiors](https://www.yournbs.com)_
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