Teknion Wins Gold at the 2022 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA)

Teknion announced that Routes, designed by Pearson Lloyd, received the Gold award in the Office &

Accessories category at the 2022 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA). Routes is unlike any other contract

furniture system, as it breaches conventionality to provide an alternative, flexible solution that evolves with the

workplace. It is designed to allow teams to create flexible, utility-driven, and engaging workspaces quickly and efficiently.

Utilizing this collection, teams can easily define their ideal ‘route’ to completion for any given task, increasing the office’s

overall efficiency.

“Teknion and Pearson Lloyd are honored that Routes has won Gold at IDEA, the premier awards program when it

comes to recognizing exceptional design,” says David Feldberg, President and CEO of Teknion. “Winning an award

from IDEA, an organization that has recognized Apple and Tesla among other design leaders, is truly a great

accomplishment for us.”

From the multipurpose stool and high table to the mobile soft screen and adjustable side table, simplicity, flexibility, and

mobility are at the forefront of the design, offering furniture that’s as agile as it is intuitive. An easel that is writeable,

tackable, and stackable, the Routes Work Board allows you to choose your own pathway, adapting to multiple ways of

working that promote user choice. The Adjustable Side Table builds surface space for laptops, books, or coffee cups.

Simply adjust the knob and find the perfect height to add dimension and functionality. This table, coupled with any

chair, creates a new work point anywhere on a floor plan. In a communal work environment, the Routes Personal Tote

ensures there is space for personal items and a lockable drawer to increase their security.

“We are delighted to win this award for Routes and be honored amongst other innovative designs,” says Luke Pearson,

designer at Pearson Lloyd. “Knowing that users are embracing the lighthearted nature of Routes and are understanding

the joyful intention behind the collection is truly rewarding,” adds Tom Lloyd, designer at Pearson Lloyd.

Marking its 42nd anniversary, IDEA is one of the longest-running and most prestigious design awards programs. It

recognizes exceptional achievements across many design disciplines, including industrial design, digital design, branding,

and many more. This year, the program received the most entries in the competition’s history, with over 2,200 entries

from 30 countries. The winners represent 17 countries: 82 Bronze, 55 Silver, and 30 Gold.