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Interior design thrives on creativity. But there are many steps between the initial sketch and the finished space: permitting processes, fire safety requirements, labor laws, accessibility standards, acoustic standards, and the question of who ultimately bears responsibility. We answer ten relevant questions that clients ask us before a project begins. We highlight where the most common pitfalls lie.

A successful trade show or event presence begins long before the first visitor arrives. The concept, design, production, technology, logistics, and the on-site team must all work together seamlessly. Between the initial idea and the final handshake lie budget decisions, sustainability considerations, safety requirements, setup logistics, and a team that brings the whole thing to life in just a few days. We answer the ten questions that marketing and communications managers ask us most frequently before a project begins. And we show where the groundwork for an effective presentation is laid.

“Standing still is going backward” – Why change isn’t just a buzzword “The only constant in life is change.” – Heraclitus, Greek philosopher

What exactly is creativity? And why is it so important for us as a team and for our customers? We explore this question in depth in today's Focus topic and quickly realize that creativity is a fundamental human trait.

Making the brand tangible - interior design that brings identity to life Why your brand should not only be seen, but experienced A brand is much more than a logo, a slogan or a color scheme. It lives from emotions, stories and values. But these values remain abstract as long as they cannot be seen and experienced. This is exactly where spaces come in: They translate the DNA of a brand into architecture, design and atmosphere - and thus make it tangible.

Rooms change - people rarely change on their own. Whether new offices, modernized medical practices or open showrooms: spatial concepts change working methods and identities. Read our article to find out why change management is the underestimated success factor in spatial transformations - and what companies, teams and investors gain from it.

The young company ViCOLLECTIVE with its two brands ViCAFE and Vivi Kola accompanies coffee along the entire value chain. This enables it to guarantee quality and create transparency for an ecologically sustainable coffee experience.

Sustainability is more than just a trend - it has become a necessity. As a responsible planning office, we see a key role in actively shaping change, particularly in the field of interior design. It is not enough to react to existing solutions - we think holistically and with foresight.

In companies like Frey & Frey, where emotions play a major role due to the mapping of the company's DNA and culture in space, AI initially seems like a foreign body. Corporate culture cannot be standardized. On the contrary, visions should be as unique as possible in order to stand out from the competition and create identification.

Leadership means positively influencing swarm behavior. Different talents have differentiated knowledge which, when exchanged, leads to synergies and thus opens up unexpected dynamics. Leadership does not determine who has to do what and when, but rather provides support in terms of goals/vision and ensures the achievement of these milestones by means of guidelines. Employees should assume more personal responsibility and thus more identification. Decision-making processes are thus shortened due to the increased competence of each individual.

In an increasingly digital world, many companies are asking themselves what role trade fairs and events still play in the marketing mix. Are personal encounters and face-to-face contacts still irreplaceable, or are alternative formats becoming increasingly important? Today's interview gets to the bottom of these questions and sheds light on how the trade fair and event industry has changed in recent years.

Companies and organizations are forced to adapt their working environment to the technological and process-related framework conditions and to motivate employees in order to increase productivity and find skilled workers. Frey und Frey accompanies you from decision-making through planning and implementation to the goal.