# NeoCon 2017: Steelcase Receives Top Honors

> NeoCon is always buzzing with energy and excitement. This year was no different. Steelcase drew from their insights and new partnership with Microsoft to showcase how bringing place, people and technology together can fuel creativity. The creativity showed – Steelcase was awarded Best Large Showroom by the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) and Contract Magazine.

- **URL:** https://www.yournbs.com/blog/neocon-2017-steelcase-receives-top-honors/
- **Author:** Megan Robinson
- **Published:** 2017-06-19
- **Modified:** 2023-11-02

---

NeoCon is always buzzing with energy and excitement. This year was no different. Steelcase drew from their insights and new [partnership with Microsoft](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/devices/business/steelcase)to showcase how bringing place, people and technology together can fuel creativity. The creativity showed, Steelcase was awarded **B****est Large Showroom** by the [International Interior Design Association (IIDA)](https://www.facebook.com/IIDAHQ/?fref=mentions) and [Contract Magazine.](http://www.contractdesign.com/index.shtml) The vibrant showroom highlighted [Creative Spaces](https://www.steelcase.com/microsoft-steelcase/creativity/?utm_source=blog), a range of technology-enabled workspaces designed to foster creative thinking at work. These spaces connect people and technology to enhance innovation, whether in a group setting or brainstorming on your own. New finishes, materials and unique branding gave the showroom a more custom and authentic feel.

In addition to the main Steelcase showroom, the Steelcase family of brands received top praise and awards for their new innovative products.

Here are some of the new introductions to get excited about:

- _Umami Lounge System_—
    flexible and modular with a variety of seating, tables and screens to create unique spaces where people feel an emotional connection
- _Series 1—_
    seating solution retains ergonomics, quality and choice while making it attainable for everyone
- _Elective Elements height-adjustable desk_—
    subtle movement from the desk prompts the user to sit or stand after a period of time
- _Surround Collection_—
    thoughtfully designed for the needs of family members to support and care for their loved one, relax comfortably and communicate effectively with clinicians
- _Verb Active Media Table—_
    integrated media encourages collaboration, minimizes sight-line obstructions, and provides quick transitions between learning modes
- _IRYS_—
    freestanding, all-inclusive solution that makes it easy to add enclosed spaces to the open plan

 

For the full Steelcase NeoCon overview including new products and insights please visit [**Steelcase.com**](https://www.steelcase.com/neocon-2017/). To learn more about Steelcase’s award winning products visit the following pages.

**Best of NeoCon Awards**
Gold: Healthcare Guest/Lounge Seating, [**Steelcase Health: Surround**](https://www.steelcase.com/discover/information/health/supporting-family-members-patient-rooms/)
Silver: Education Solutions, [**Steelcase Education: Verb Active Media Table**](https://www.steelcase.com/research/articles/verb-active-media-table-activates-large-classrooms/)
Silver and Innovation, [**Designtex: Casper Cloaking Technology**](http://info.designtex.com/casper?__hstc=130454992.e750c6bd7cbaf0fd37482e44a092bcea.1493830435281.1497556556392.1497635310579.31&__hssc=130454992.7.1497635310579&__hsfp=570863366)
Gold: Healthcare Fabrics & Textiles, [**Designtex: Biophilia Collection**](https://www.steelcase.com/research/articles/topics/wellbeing/restoration-office/)

 

---
_Source: [NBS Commercial Interiors](https://www.yournbs.com)_
_Generated: 2026-08-18 23:51:06_