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and bring their design projects to life, and we look forward to bringing our innovative tools and services to Europe.” Material Bank seamlessly connects global manufacturers with specifiers and buyers while reducing friction and saving valuable time for design professionals. Its tools and services have created massive efficiencies in the design process for both its members and brand partners alike. In addition to improving the speed of searching and sampling materials, Material Bank provides a sustainable solution by aggregating samples from multiple brands into a single box, and to date, has eliminated more than three million packages from being shipped. Material Bank Europe, led by Philippe Brocart, will launch with more than 100 brands spanning all material categories. Their logistics facility, strategically located near the Roissy CDG airport in Paris, is already receiving inventory in preparation for the launch. Brocart, who was previously Managing Director of Maison&Objet fair and digital platform said, “Material Bank has received incredible feedback from the design community in Europe. It is a significant advancement for the architecture and design industry, and we are beyond excited to bring about positive change to this market.” ACOUSTICS Kirei Unveils Geo Collection of Printed Acoustic Panels
Ɇ Kirei, a provider of innovative, eco- friendly design materials for commercial interiors, announces the launch of the Geo Collection for Kirei Ink, custom-printed acoustic recycled PET panels and products that speak volumes without making a sound. From big and bold geometric repeats to tranquil gradients and ombrés, the Kirei Ink Geo Collection’s mid-mod-inspired print patterns bring life to any space.
Designers can choose from ten print options — Hyperspace, Halftone, Linear Life, Big Fuzzy Dots, Vertical Gradient, Venetian, Horizontal Gradient, Maze, Mod Squircles, and Trenches — to add vibrancy or tranquility to any interior space while reducing noise. Each print pattern is available in three unique colors. “There is a deep history of bold geometric repeats in interior design from ancient Greece to 20th century Chicago,” says Michael DiTullo, an independent designer and creative director for Kirei Ink. “With the Kirei Ink Geo Collection, I wanted to show how we could push geometric-inspired patterns with new technology and materials. We set out to create a wide variety of prints that help inspire designers to create unique looks that push the limits of design without sacrificing acoustic performance.”
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