Parador joins Material Bank to expand A&D access. March 27, 2026 Home news Parador joins Material Bank to expand A&D access. Coesfeld, Germany - Parador has joined Material Bank, expanding access to its engineered wood flooring for architects and designers. The partnership allows design professionals to request Parador samples directly through Material Bank's platform. The system offers overnight delivery, reduced packaging waste and a streamlined specification process. Material Bank has become a key resource for the architecture and design community. It simplifies how materials are discovered, requested and delivered. By joining the platform, Parador aims to support more efficient and sustainable workflows. "This partnership reflects our shared focus on efficiency, innovation and sustainability," said Neel Bradham, CEO of Parador. "Material Bank allows us to meet architects and designers where they already work, simplifying access to our flooring while supporting smarter, more responsible workflows." Parador said the move is part of a broader effort to expand digital engagement with the A&D community and grow its presence in North America. The platform helps professionals explore products, compare finishes and make informed specification decisions. The company said these efforts reinforce its focus on improving the designer experience through both product and access.

Material Bank, the world's largest marketplace for architecture and design materials, has appointed Robert Thiemann as EVP, Content Strategy. Thiemann brings over 25 years of experience, including co-founding and serving as editor-in-chief of FRAME, one of the design industry's most influential publications. In this newly created role, Thiemann will lead Material Bank's global content strategy across digital, social, editorial and thought leadership platforms. He will focus on strengthening the company's authority in the design ecosystem and advancing storytelling around material discovery. Material Bank's platform allows designers to search and sample materials, with orders placed by midnight arriving carbon-neutral the next morning. The company serves over 170,000 design professionals globally.