Tarkett is launching the Inspire Circular Programme—an inspiration and education initiative designed to deepen knowledge and understanding of circularity among professionals working in architecture, design, and the built environment.
With expert contributions from leaders in architecture, design, economics, and academia, the Inspire Circular Programme offers a series of events across Europe. The goal: to equip architects, designers, and building professionals with the vision and tools to make circularity a reality in their own projects and businesses.
Circularity is a collective effort, and we couldn’t have achieved the last decade’s progress at Tarkett without the expertise, commitment and sheer determination of numerous partners across our industry and beyond. It’s with this spirit of collaboration that we have launched the Inspire Circular Programme—an opportunity to learn from one another, explore the potential for collaboration and exchange, and scale circularity so our industry can work collectively towards a better future. —Thomas Leneveu, Vice President Commercial Business Unit of Tarkett EMEA
Inaugural event: The Economic Case for Circularity in Architecture and Design
The Economic Case for Circularity in Architecture and Design explored what a circular economy could look and feel like for professionals in architecture, design, and the built environment—presenting a compelling economic case for embracing circularity within projects and business models.
Expert speakers demonstrated how circular design, material innovation, and new business models are driving business success while reducing environmental impact. The event also examined how industry professionals can become advocates and leaders in circularity, helping to accelerate the transition within their own workplaces and networks.
Our expert speakers included:
- Ioannis Ioannou, Associate Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at London Business School
- Jonny Buckland, Architectural Designer and Co-Founder, Studio Saar
- Sarah Dodge, Strategic Design Manager, Ellen MacArthur Foundation
- Amy Frearson, Journalist and Editor specialising in architecture and design
- Anette Timmer, Marketing & Communication Director Commercial Flooring, Tarkett EMEA
- Caroline Till, Executive Director, FranklinTill
More Inspire Circular events are planned, continuing the conversation around sustainable transformation in design and architecture.
📥 Sign up to future events and download the post-event report to explore key insights and takeaways!