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Gather is expanding its capabilities for commercial and hospitality design teams. 🚀 Our latest update introduces advanced FF&E classification features designed for complex, large-scale projects: ✔ Flexible schedules and types ✔ Infinitely customizable data fields ✔ Powerful new field data types This release marks the first in a series of updates aimed at delivering robust, commercial-strength FF&E management tools. 💪 Over the next few months, we'll be rolling out more features critical for commercial and hospitality projects, including: 1. Custom instructions 2. Multi-area item management 3. Enhanced export workflows 4. Comprehensive activity history 5. Automated revision tracking ...and much more. Stay tuned as we continue to evolve Gather into THE go-to platform for commercial and hospitality FF&E management.

Does your design firm view AI as a threat or opportunity? Your perspective could open new avenues for creativity and efficiency in this traditionally human-centered field. In our latest interview, Stacy Thorwart, founder of The Intelligent Designer, reveals the powerful potential of AI in enhancing your firm's productivity and creativity. In the interview, we explore: 1. How AI tools can boost productivity in early concept development and client presentations. 3. The impact of AI on both residential and commercial design sectors. 3. Addressing common concerns about AI adoption in design practices. 4. Practical advice for integrating AI into your design workflow. 5. The future of AI in interior design and how to prepare for it. Whether you're a small residential design firm or part of a large commercial firm, this interview offers invaluable insights into leveraging AI to elevate your projects and streamline your design process. Check out the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gHKPrx4t #AIindesign #interiordesign #designinnovation #AIforinteriordesingers

Are you maximizing the potential of model rooms in your hotel projects? Discover the crucial role of model rooms in successful hotel design and development with Charis Atwood, founder and CEO of FF&E Consultants, LLC, who shares her wealth of experience from over 25 years in the hospitality industry. In this insightful conversation, we explore: 1. The key benefits of building model rooms for hotel projects 2. How model rooms can prevent costly mistakes and save time 3. The impact of model rooms on value engineering and budgeting 4. Using model rooms as effective sales tools for future bookings 5. Challenges designers face when creating model rooms 6. Tips for new designers entering the hospitality sector 7. The importance of specifying contract-grade products in hotel design Whether you're an interior designer, hotel developer, or project manager in the hospitality industry, this interview offers valuable insights into optimizing your hotel projects and ensuring their success. Watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gJH8HNGB #hoteldesign #hotelmodelrooms #FFandE

Are your design choices supporting or sabotaging your clients' well-being? Discover how the principles of design psychology can help you create spaces that truly make a difference in people's lives. In our latest interview, interior designer and design psychology expert Amber Dunford reveals the powerful connection between psychology and design. In the interview, we explore: 1. How design psychology creates spaces that promote well-being. 2. The impact of color, texture, and wayfinding elements. 3. Incorporating nature in commercial spaces to boost focus & productivity. 4. How monochromatic and contrasting color schemes affect emotions. 5. The concept of prospect and refuge in enhancing spatial experiences. 6. The power of scent in evoking memories and creating memorable designs. Whether you specialize in residential, hospitality, educational, or commercial design, this interview offers invaluable insights into elevating your projects and creating spaces that support your clients' well-being. Check out the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gVr-9zF4 #DesignPsychology #InteriorDesign #BiophilicDesign

Resilience, grace, and grit are just a few key takeaways from our recent conversation with Lauren and Holt Williamson, the dynamic duo behind Cedar and Oak Inc.. Their journey from a passion project to a thriving design-build firm is inspiring. Lauren and Holt's candid insights on building a team that balances hard skills with soft skills, fostering a culture of grace and grit, and navigating the challenges of rapid growth are valuable lessons for any entrepreneur. View the full interview here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dBMksHtX #designbuild #interiordesign #teambuilding #cedarandoak

Is tech helping you unlock new creative possibilities in your design work? Guy Adam Ailion co-founder and CEO of Mattoboard chatted with us and shared some insights on the transition from traditional to digital design processes that are gaining momentum in the industry. Starting his career in luxury residential and boutique hotel design, Guy noticed a shift. Young designers were skipping the physical sample libraries, opting for digital alternatives. This trend accelerated during COVID-19, leading to the birth of Mattoboard. Mattoboard is a one-of-a-kind tool that allows designers to assemble and interact with virtual sample boards. They can explore a large library of virtual materials like woods, stones, and metals in a 3D space. This unique software not only speeds up the design process but also cuts down on material waste, supporting the growing demand for sustainability in design. Watch the whole interview here -> https://bit.ly/3wdNGFE

We like to make the specification process quick and seamless! Source in a fraction of the time with our Web Clipper tool. Easily collect images, product details, and attachments from your favorite vendor websites. Establish your firm specification standards with customizable templates and chat in real time with your team and clients. ⬇️ Click below to give it a try - we'd love to welcome you to Gather! https://lnkd.in/gqwb4SNR #interiordesign #interiordesignsoftware #ffe #specificationsoftware #architecture #interiordesigner #hospitalitydesigner 

Some soothing first glances of REKOOP - Asia’s first social wellness club in Singapore designed by Elliot James Interiors. Opening in June 2024, this luxe wellness lounge beautifully combines state of the art wellness technology with ancient Eastern practices to offer thoughtfully curated experiences for each guest. So...who's coming with us to Singapore this summer?! 😉 #interiordesign #luxuryinteriordesign #luxuryinteriors #interiorstyling #luxuryliving #luxurylifestyle #spadesign #wellnessdesign #interiors #interiorstyle #interiordesignsg #singaporeinteriors #luxurysingapore

Today on the Gather Blog we explore some of our favorite tools interior designers are using to support wellness within the spaces they are designing, from biophilic design to wellness tourism. https://lnkd.in/gVpWWGQm #interiordesign #wellness #wellnesstourism #hospitalitydesign #interiordesigner

We recently chatted with Cathleen Gruver, MA, Lead Interior Designer at Gruver Cooley. Cathleen shares insights on her pathway into interior design, the importance of building strong relationships with her construction teams, establishing realistic expectations for her clients, and the delicate balance of smart home technology. Thanks so much for taking the time Cathleen! Check out our YouTube channel for the full interview: https://lnkd.in/eS-vhgTv #interiordesign #residentialdesign #customhomedesign #kitchendesign #bathdesign