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
📅 Date: Monday 28th April 2025
📍 Location: Tarkett, 47–53 St John Street, London, EC1M 4AN
🕒 Time: 4 PM
Tarkett’s inaugural Inspire Circular event will take place in London on Monday 28th April. The Economic Case for Circularity in Architecture and Design will explore what a circular economy could look and feel like for those working in architecture, design and the built environment—setting out a compelling economic case for embracing circularity within our projects and business models.
Expert speakers will show how circular design, material innovation, and new business models are driving business success while reducing environmental impact. The event will also explore how those in our industry can become circularity advocates and leaders, helping to accelerate the transition within their own workplaces and networks.
Our expert speakers include:
- 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
Join us on 28th April, 4pm at Tarkett’s London Showroom to discover how circular thinking can future-proof your projects and create competitive advantage.