Founded in August of 2008 and based in San Francisco, California, Airbnb is a trusted community marketplace for people to list, discover, and book unique accommodations around the world — online or from a mobile phone or tablet.

Founded in 2008, Terrain transforms the local garden center into a celebration of nature. Terrain strives to be the most inspiring and compelling outdoor lifestyle destination while cultivating an appreciation for healthy and natural living. With a focus on community, terrain fosters a collaborative environment based on a shared fondness for growing, wellness, sustainability, design and the self-expression of the gardener.

Intl. Assoc. AIA- A building should not stand alone as a discrete object. Studio-FV explores the medium of architecture in its active condition. By applying research and technology to a range of scales and contexts, Studio-FV combines natural materials with emerging building practices to produce highly constructible designs that are both beautiful and high-performing. A philosophy of interconnectedness flows from design to business practice, delivering you a quality, collaborative and detail-orientated service experience. Studio-FV was established in 2008 in Puerto Natales Magellan and Chilean Antarctic Region, Province of Ultima Esperanza, Chile. Based in Portland, Oregon, Studio-FV is the recipient of numerous international awards

Norm is a multidisciplinary design studio focusing on residential architecture, commercial interiors, and industrial design. It was founded in 2008 by architects Kasper Rønn and Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen, who seek to create timeless architecture and meaningful design products. With a determined focus on a good ideas, the right materials, and fine craftsmanship, Norm's primary endeavor is to create useful products, appealing design, and architecture that captures and inspires life.

Photography & Concept studio BoysPlayNice was founded in 2008 by Jakub Skokan and Martin Tůma. The studio since its beginning, focused on advertising photography, architectural photography, interiors, products and design. BoysPlayNice also specializes in producing creative concepts for photographic campaigns. The philosophy of the studio is to create a picture standing on its own idea and makes optimal use of the possibilities of the photographic medium.

Sheri Koones’ latest book is Prefabulous Small Houses which profiles 32 of the most energy efficient and sustainable small houses in North America. Her previous books include Prefabulous World: Energy-Efficient and Sustainable Homes Around the Globe, Prefabulous + Almost Off the Grid, Prefabulous + Sustainable, Prefabulous, House About It, Modular Mansions, and From Sand Castles to Dream Houses. She won the prestigious Robert Bruss Real Estate Book Award from NAREE in 2008, 2011, and 2013. Sheri is also a columnist, freelance writer and speaker. Her web site www.sherikoones.com

Topo Designs was founded in 2008 by Jedd Rose and Mark Hansen. The Colorado-based company designs backpacks, bags, apparel, and accessories that are manufactured in the United States. Designed to complement both urban and outdoor lifestyles, Topo's products are designed with thoughtful details to overlap between daily, city life, and outdoor activities.

Scottish design journalist and curator Alyn Griffiths moved to London in 2008 after studying product design in Glasgow, Milan, and Stockholm. A fan of mid-century design, he couldn't help coveting the collection of Kathryn Tyler, whose home he visted for "Collector's Choice" (June 2012).

Linda Taalman co-directs Taalman Koch Architecture with her partner Alan Koch in Los Angeles, which has completed a number of award-winning projects including the itHouse (AIA LA Merit Award 2008, Sunset Western Home Awards 2009: Best Small Space). Taalman explores architecture through investigations into building technologies and systems, integrating sustainability, practicality and ingenuity. Taalman is an Assistant Professor of Architecture focusing on Building Technology at Woodbury University.