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When inspiration strikes, we've got you covered. Here we answer commonly asked questions about custom sustainable furniture & architectural elements, while keeping you updated on the latest custom trends and news from Icon Modern! Have an article suggestion or question? Reach out to us!

custom steel space divider in arch shape and red powdercoat finish by Icon Modern Five Custom Design Trends

As design trends evolve, so do the types of custom products we fabricate. Here are five of them.

custom ceiling element with steel tube grid and brass color powdercoat by Icon Modern Latest Work, August 2024

2024 has been a busy year for Icon Modern! Check out our latest work and highlights.

Icon Modern Uber Project Article: Amenity Spaces Build Comfort – and Productivity – at Uber's Communal Chicago Office

Article by Frame, featuring Gensler's work at Uber's new office space in Chicago's Old Post Office where we fabricated 60 custom tables.

Icon Modern United Amenity Space WDM Article Article: Take A Look Inside United's Instagrammable Amenity Hub

Reaching new heights with one of our largest project to date, check out this article by Work Design Magazine featuring some of the custom tables we fabricated for Gensler Chicago.

11 4 Ways We Make Custom Easy

At Icon Modern, we are challenging the notion that custom is complicated. Meet our team and the 4-step streamlined process we use to make the custom process easy for you.

Icon Modern Finn Finn's FAQ's: Architectural Elements

Never fear, Finn is here to help answer some of the most common questions we are asked about our architectural elements aka specialty millwork.

AK Announcement Blog Post Image AK Design Is Our New Rep Group for Illinois & Wisconsin

Icon Modern continues to grow its outside sales network by establishing a partnership with Chicago-based AK Design to expand its growth in the Midwest.

custom urban walnut coffee table by Icon Modern What is Urban Wood?

There are many words used to describe “sustainable” wood used in commercial furniture. We are here to help clear things up!