NeoCon Assembles 2026 Best of NeoCon Jury

Chicago, IL, April 16, 2026-NeoCon has assembled its 2026 jury for Best of NeoCon. This year’s multidisciplinary cohort brings together approximately 45 architects, designers, facility managers and end-users from firms and organizations, including CannonDesign, Gensler, HDR, HKS, HOK, Marmon Mok, Northwestern Mutual, Shepley Bulfinch, State Farm and Walgreens, among others, for rigorous, in-person evaluations at The Mart. 

The 2026 program spans hundreds of entries within 46 categories.

Jurors are currently specifying for major projects across the country, including corporate headquarters, healthcare campuses, higher education facilities and large-scale mixed-use developments ranging from 90,000 to over one million square feet. From global financial institutions and Fortune 500 workplaces to hospitals, research labs and academic buildings, these projects demand high-performance, durable and human-centered solutions. Facility manager jurors are likewise overseeing workplace transformations, campus-wide upgrades and specialized environments-ensuring products are evaluated not only for design excellence, but also for long-term functionality and operational impact.

To ensure a well-rounded review process, the jury includes both returning and first-time participants representing diverse disciplines and markets. During on-site evaluations, jurors engage directly with manufacturers to better understand product development, materiality and intended use.