Meet ThinkLab, your research partner for the interiors industry.
Focused on the Design Ecosystem
We are the only market research firm wholly focused on the design ecosystem.
Rooted in Industry Experience
We possess a deep understanding that comes from having lived the worlds of both manufacturing and design.
Empowering Informed Decisions
We are uniquely positioned to translate data into actionable insights that drive your business forward, faster.
ThinkLab exists at the intersection of business and design.
Our passion is connecting the worlds of manufacturing and design to help you make decisions armed with industry-specific market research.
- Get up to speed on industry basics
- Stay up to speed on the latest trends and happenings
- Set the speed with data that gives you a competitive edge
Manufacturers: Keep your finger on the pulse of design industry evolution.
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Rooted in Industry Experience:
Fast-forward your approach to industry insights.
Don’t waste time bringing non-industry consultants up to speed when you can partner with experts. Having worked in A&D firms and manufacturing headquarters, ThinkLab has research specific to your areas of focus.
- Clarify business strategy
- Inform product development
- Strengthen marketing messaging
- Grow sales
- Connect with A&D
Recent ThinkLab Research:
U.S. Design Industry Benchmark Report:
The average designer has 26x as much specification power as the average American has buying power. That number can be up to 111x for Interior Design Giants of Design specifiers.
Shape the future. Share your expert opinions with us.
Be part of a community of movers, shakers, and future trend influencers. Participate in market research to help drive where the interiors industry is headed next. Get exclusive access to results.
Empowering Informed Decisions:
Experience content that inspires action.
ThinkLab keeps a finger on the pulse of industry economics and design process innovation to track trends that will drive our future.
- Read our blog
- Attend digital seminars
- Download research reports
- Listen to our podcast
Our Perspective on Hot Industry Topics:
Latest Article
How Visionary Jeffersonian Dinners Forge New Paths for Local Design
In the fast-paced and tech-driven world we live in today, establishing genuine connections and fostering meaningful discussions can be a challenge for individuals and companies alike. We’ve implemented an incredibly successful method to address this issue – hosting Jeffersonian Dinners. Our latest article goes behind the scenes of a recent event to share how you can bring this timeless tradition to fruition
Accredited Audio CEUs
The Learning Objective
We’re pleased to present The Learning Objective, the first podcast for the architecture and design community where you can receive AIA/IDCEC CEU credit for listening on the go, from ThinkLab and SANDOW Design Group.
Complimentary Digital Seminars
Building Trust & Connection: What the Next Generation Wants
Join ThinkLab as we take a deep dive into the research findings from ThinkLab’s Design Hackathon. Our focus is on one of the most significant challenges facing our industry – connecting teams across different generations and geographies. We will explore how to build strong relationships and foster trust by looking to Gen Z as prototypes and examine innovative solutions that have the potential to shape the future of our industry’s culture.
What can we do that is 100% just for you?
Talk to us about your specific challenge and let us curate a custom solution to solve it.