3M Architectural Markets was a brand to watch at this year’s NeoCon and HD Expo, receiving an impressive line up of awards for its innovative products, creative booth design and talented designers. The expansive list of honors included 3M DINOC Architectural Finishes, VESSEL by 3M + Todd Bracher, and SHEER by 3M LED fixture, while 3M designers Byron Trotter and Todd Bracher (of Todd Bracher Studio LLC) were recognized as rising stars. The 3M Architectural Markets booth was also acknowledged for its inventive dual purpose as a showcase for new products and a charging lounge for attendees. 3M Architectural Markets Global Communications Manager Sarah Claypool comments, “It’s been an exciting tradeshow season for us, and we’re pleased to be recognized among such talented designers and amazing products.”
At May’s HD Expo, VESSEL was announced winner of “Groups, Series, Systems or Collections of Lamps or Lighting Devices” during the 18th annual IIDA/HD Product Design Competition. Honoring innovation, functionality and aesthetic advancements in the hospitality industry, the judging panel consisted of designers and architects who selected VESSEL for its revolutionary take on engineering light for hospitality settings.
At the 25th anniversary of Contract’s Best of NeoCon Awards, 3M Architectural Markets received Gold Awards for Surfacing Materials/Finishes (DI-NOC) and Decorative Lighting (VESSEL). The competition honors the best new products introduced to the US contract market. DI-NOC was selected for its transformative, cost-effective surface problem solving, while VESSEL was again
honored as a unique lighting option that provides beautiful illumination with an equally stunning design.
New at NeoCon this year was Interior Design’s HIP (Honoring Industry People) Awards honoring commercial industry pioneers and achievement in design solutions and products application. DINOC received an award for “Use of Materials”, while 3M Architectural Markets design partner Todd Bracher received an award for “Rising Star” for his work on VESSEL. Honorable mentions were given to VESSEL for “Performance Wonder”, SHEER for “Tech Friendly”, and 3M Architectural Markets Global Design Manager, Byron Trotter for “Rising Star”. Winners were selected by industry members using an online voting system.
VESSEL was also given a Metropolis Likes Award, and 3M™ Dichroic Glass Finishes were used in the creation of the physical awards themselves. Buildings Magazine merited SHEER for Lighting Ideas at its 19th annual Product Innovations Awards. The IIDA also awarded 3M Architectural Markets the Best Small Booth Award in their annual Showroom and Booth Design Competition for their unique #3MRecharge lounge booth design. This setting incorporated the brand’s rich offering of surface and lighting solutions while offering attendees a chance to charge their phones and relax.