Amsterdam, Netherlands | May 16-21, 2026

Maars Design Experience

What to Expect

An exclusive design and engineering experience in the Netherlands for a select group of industry partners. Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at how performance, craftsmanship, and innovation come together to create world-class architectural solutions.

This experience brings together a curated group of designers and construction leaders for a behind-the-scenes access to Maars. Gain firsthand insight into the people, process, and performance that define Maars.

Why Attend?

Explore the full product journey, from engineering and prototyping to fabrication and installation. Engage directly with the team who designs, tests, and builds each solution, deepening your understanding of how performance comes to life.

From Concept to Completion

Guests will enjoy access to Maars headquarters and factory, including a hands-on product assembly session and acoustic testing demonstration. Guided tours of installed projects across the Netherlands will further illustrate how Maars systems perform in real-world environments.

Experience Highlights

Connect with peers in an intimate, collaborative setting while enjoying curated cultural experiences and hosted dinners in the Netherlands.

Beyond the Factory

Your Hosts

Brandon Maddox is Vice President of Sales at The Collective, where he leads sales teams across the United States and Canada and works closely with clients and partners to deliver thoughtful workplace solutions. Known for his collaborative approach, Brandon focuses on building strong relationships and helping teams navigate projects from early vision through completion.

Vice President, Sales

The Collective

Brandon Maddox

Thomas Schiess is Manager of Market Development – Architectural Products at The Collective, where he works closely with clients, designers, and industry partners to support the specification of innovative architectural solutions. With a focus on education and collaboration, Thomas helps teams navigate product capabilities and integrate high-performance systems into thoughtful workplace environments.

Manager, Market Development | Architectural Products

The Collective

Thomas Schiess

Chris Wenzel is Regional Manager for California and the Southwest at Maars Living Walls, where he partners with clients, designers, and dealers to support the integration of high-performance architectural wall systems. Chris works closely with project teams to guide product selection, technical coordination, and implementation across a range of workplace environments.

Regional Manager, California & Southwest US

Maars Living Walls

Chris Wenzel

The program is designed to offer a balance of design insight, industry perspective, and time to experience the Netherlands. Guests will spend time with the leadership, design, and engineering teams at Maars Living Walls, gain an inside look at their manufacturing process, and see how their systems perform in real-world applications.

Alongside these professional insights, the experience includes opportunities to explore the architecture, culture, and design heritage of the Netherlands, creating space for meaningful conversations and connections throughout the week.

Inside the Experience

Arrival & Exploration

Guests will arrive in Amsterdam and settle into the hotel before having time to explore the city at their own pace. Optional hosted activities may be available for those interested in experiencing the architecture, canals, and vibrant neighborhoods that define the city.

Inside Maars

A dedicated day will be spent at the Maars Living Walls headquarters, where guests will gain a behind-the-scenes look at the company’s approach to design, engineering, and manufacturing. The experience includes time with leadership and product teams, a guided visit through the showroom and production environment, and opportunities to better understand how Maars systems are developed and assembled.

Projects in Practice

The day will feature guided tours of several Maars projects, offering insight into how the systems perform in real-world applications. Project selections will be finalized based on location to ensure a seamless flow. Lunch will be hosted depending on the tour route, followed by free time for independent exploration. The evening concludes with a group dinner in Amsterdam, providing an opportunity to reflect on the day’s insights and continue conversations in a relaxed setting.

Dutch Design & Culture

The experience also includes opportunities to enjoy the culture and design heritage of the Netherlands. Guests may take part in activities such as exploring Amsterdam’s historic canals or experiencing the surrounding landscape, with time built in for independent exploration and shared gatherings.

Departure

Following a final morning in Amsterdam, guests will transfer to Schiphol Airport for departure, returning home with new insights into Maars innovation and connections formed throughout the experience.