Since 1956, Parkwood Chicago has been a source for quality architectural building and design materials in Greater Chicago, all of Illinois and select areas throughout the Midwest. We’re committed to customer service. First, by offering excellent design materials at fair prices and second, by an experienced sales and customer service team that prioritizes our customers.
To celebrate our 70th year, we’ve updated our web presence and logo. Rest assured, we’re steadfast in our dedication to providing the design community with the finest materials and best service.
Latest Projects
To celebrate the launch of Kérastase Chronologiste, Sephora’s Times Square atrium became an immersive destination inspired by the future of hair care.
Throughout the installation’s signature “time travel” tunnel, Chemetal 903 Polished Brass Aluminum added luminous reflectivity and a refined metallic finish that beautifully echoed the collection’s focus on brilliance and shine.
To explore Chemetal finishes or request samples for your next project, contact the Parkwood Chicago sales team.
#ParkwoodChicago #Chemetal #Kerastase #Sephora #RetailDesign
Summer is better on board.⛵️
Wrapped in Treefrog 0411 Fine Walnut Groove, this luxury yacht pairs the beauty of real wood with panoramic ocean views.
Treefrog is a European-quality, prefinished real wood veneer designed to bring rich texture to a wide range of interiors. Made in Italy, stocked in the USA, and FSC® certified, Treefrog combines authentic wood character with the consistency, quality, and craftsmanship designers can count on.
#TreefrogVeneer #Chemetal #YachtDesign #LuxuryInteriors #ParkwoodChicago
Natural wood that’s built for demanding spaces.🪴
At the Palma Convention Centre and Hotel, Parklex Prodema Naturfloor-W Beech flooring was selected to complement architect Francisco Mangado’s vision while meeting the performance demands of a high-traffic public space.
Combining authentic wood surfaces with the durability of high-pressure laminate panels, Parklex Prodema offers exceptional resistance to moisture, scratches, UV exposure, and fire, all while preserving the warmth and beauty of natural wood. Available in more than 30 finishes, it’s a smart solution for commercial interiors where design and performance go hand in hand.
Contact the Parkwood Chicago sales team to get started.
#ParklexProdema #ParkwoodChicago
Happy Fourth of July from Parkwood Chicago! 🇺🇸🎆
Every great performance begins with the right composition. 🎶
That’s why Texas A&M University–Kingsville chose Kerfkore® for its Music Education Complex. Engineered to meet demanding density and flexibility requirements, Kerfkore enhanced the space’s acoustics and aesthetics and significantly reduced project costs.
From hospitality and workplace environments to healthcare, education, retail, and custom commercial interiors, Kerfkore helps bring ambitious designs to life with:
✅ Lightweight engineered construction
✅ Flexible solutions for curved and radius applications
✅ Faster fabrication and reduced labor
✅ Exceptional structural performance
Ready to turn your vision into reality? Contact Parkwood Chicago to request samples and learn more.
#ParkwoodChicago #kerfkore @tamuk_music #tamukmusic
Introducing the new Parkwood Veneer Sample Chain.
A practical reference for millwork professionals featuring sequenced (and unsequenced) domestically sourced natural wood veneers.
The sample chain also features a variety of backers options: 20 mil, 30 mil, Dura-Bull Poly Resin and more.
Want to see even more? Visit our showroom or contact our sales team to explore all of our Veneer options.
#ParkwoodChicago #WoodVeneer #commercialinteriors
Some things never go out of style✨
Classic Metals from Chemetal capture the refined appearance of anodized aluminum and HPL metals, offering an elegant and cost-effective solution for your next design project.
Explore them all and order free Chemetal samples at parkwoodchicago.com.
#Chemetal #metallaminate #MetalDesign #Hospitalitydesign
Balancing clean lines with natural texture.🪴
Treefrog Veneer 60204 White Oak Straight Grain helped transform the new headquarters for the AI startup, Osmo, by bringing warmth to an industrial setting, creating a workspace inspired by Japanese and Scandinavian design principles.
Learn more and order free Treefrog samples at Parkwood Chicago.
📸: Alexander Severin
#TreefrogVeneer #workplacedesign #commercialinteriors @osmo_smell
European craftsmanship, available through Parkwood Chicago. 🌿
We proudly offer the complete ALPI/Brookside collection, premium Italian reconstituted wood veneers that deliver beautiful consistency, sheet after sheet.
Featured here at Dartmouth College’s Hopkins Center for the Arts, ALPI oak veneer brings warmth and sophistication to a space designed by @snohetta.
✨ FSC Certified
🇮🇹 Made in Italy
📍Available through Parkwood Chicago
#ParkwoodChicago #ALPI #WoodVeneer #InteriorDesign #Architecture
There’s nothing quite like NeoCon in Chicago 🏙️
As a Chicago-based team, it’s always exciting to welcome the design community to our city for a week of inspiration, innovation, and connection.
Here’s a look back at some of our favorite moments from NeoCon 2026.
#NeoCon2026 #ParkwoodChicago #DesignChicago @neocon_shows
No secrets here. We believe in transparency.🔎
Transparency is Chemetal’s collection of laser-cut aluminum designs that bring light, and dimension to interior spaces. The collection now includes four new designs and five new metallic powder coat colors, alongside several existing favorites.
Learn more and order free samples at Parkwood Chicago.
#Chemetal #interiordesign #chemetaltransparency @chemetal.treefrog.interiorarts
Creative surfaces meet commercial performance 📐✨
From the warm wood grains and modern solids to artistic abstracts, Lab Designs Laminates pair elevated aesthetics with everyday durability.
Available through Parkwood Chicago for samples, specifications, and project support.
#ParkwoodChicago #LabDesignLaminates #CommercialInteriors #InteriorDesign #ArchitecturalMaterials @labdesignlaminates
Design materials and services
Chemetal
Chemetal is one of the world’s largest collections of metal designs and laminates for interior spaces.
Kerfkore
Kerfkore is a flexible substrate that makes it easy to create dynamic curves with design materials.
Treefrog Veneer
Treefrog is a prefinished Italian real wood veneer of premium quality.
Lab Design Laminates
Lab Design is a huge collection of over 400 unique and innovative laminates.
Natural Veneers
Beautiful domestic natural veneers stocked by Parkwood with many backer options.
InteriorArts
InteriorArts is a unique collection of HPL design laminates with a subdued international aesthetic.
ALPI/Brookside
ALPI/Brookside is a complete selection of reconstituted wood veneers of European quality.
Panel Layup
Parkwood’s panel layup program applies metal, veneer and laminate choices to standard and custom substrates.
Parklex Prodema
Parklex Prodema delivers sustainable and durable wood panels for wall, ceiling, and flooring.
Felt Right
Felt Right adds sound control to commercial spaces with acoustic felt tiles and wood slat panels.
Parkwood Sales
Parkwood covers select area throughout the Midwest, including Illinois and parts of Wisconsin, Iowa, and Indiana. Materials ordered from Parkwood are available for local delivery, shipping and pickup.
For Product Info, Availability and Lead times:
sales@parkwoodchicago.com
For Product Ordering, Pricing and Quotes:
info@parkwoodchicago.com
Or call: 847 577-8001
Samples, Presentations & Library Updates
Resources for every stage of the design process.
Samples
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Presentations
Product overviews and specification support.
