@Artemide

An American designer and his Japanese collaborator prepare to take on the big contract-furniture companies, pretty much all by themselves.

Having conquered the consumer market, a modern-lighting retailer sets its sights on design professionals.

Sure, the residential market here is conservative and industry opportunities are scarce. But a strong turnout at ICFF suggests that contemporary- furniture design is alive and well, thank you.

If you’re a designer, architect, business owner, manufacturer, or educator, you’re looking for inventive ways to navigate the new economy. On this day you’ll get useful insights into what other creative people are doing.