New Pinnacle Award category celebrates designs that connect to nature

HIGH POINT — The International Society of Furniture Designers is partnering with Real American Hardwood to introduce the Biophilic Design in Wood category to this year’s Pinnacle Awards.

Acknowledging that biophilic design is developing in the furniture industry, the new award invites professional designers to showcase their work, highlighting how they use wood to bring the beauty of nature into interior spaces.

Biophilic design integrates natural elements, such as hardwood, into built environments to enhance well-being, reduce stress and foster a deeper connection to nature. It includes nature-inspired design, such as natural lighting, organic shapes and connections to outdoor spaces. The new Pinnacle Awards category will recognize aesthetically exceptional furnishings that embody these design principles.

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“I would like to thank our newest sponsor, Real American Hardwood, for helping us to acknowledge our talented furniture designers who are creating masterpieces that showcase this increasingly important design aesthetic,” said David Blair, ISFD executive director.

Real American Hardwood promotes the unmatched beauty, durability, and sustainability of North American hardwoods, connecting designers with more than 800 sources for hardwood lumber, flooring, cabinetry, and more.

The deadline for entering the Pinnacle Awards and to be considered for the new Biophilic Design in Wood award is July 31. Submission details can be found at the 2025 Pinnacle Awards website.