April 2026
This month we shipped something we've been working toward for a long time: a completely new approach to space templates. We’ve introduced two new immersive template sets — Canopy and Cobalt — alongside a redesigned template selector that makes building events faster, cleaner, and more intuitive than ever. Plus a handful of quality-of-life improvements across the board.
🌟 What's New
Canopy & Cobalt: Immersive Space Template Sets
Say hello to Chati's first cohesive template collections. Canopy brings a natural, open-air conference feel with greenery and organic tones, while Cobalt delivers a sleek, professional environment in deep blues and moody contrast.
Each set includes templates for your lobby, auditorium, lounge, exhibit hall, and help desk — designed to work beautifully together so your event feels like a unified experience from the moment attendees walk in. Both sets are fully responsive (yes, mobile too), easy to customize, and built specifically with self-service event builders in mind.
If you've ever stared at a blank space and wondered where to start, these templates are your answer.
Template Selection is Now Easier
We've completely redesigned the template selector across the platform — for spaces, webcasts, email, registration, and more. Templates are now organized in a clean left-hand panel by category, so finding what you need is fast and obvious. For spaces specifically, the new taxonomy means every template is labeled by style (like Canopy or Cobalt), space type (lobby, auditorium, etc.), and a type badge so you always know what you're working with.
Template Preview
Before committing to a template, you can now hover over any option and click a preview button to expand a full thumbnail view. See exactly what a space looks like before you select it — a small addition that makes a big difference when you're making quick decisions.
🛠 Updates to Existing Features
Template Change Notification
When you switch templates in the space editor, you'll now see a clear notification letting you know the editor will reset to the new template's defaults. Your uploaded assets (handouts, videos, etc.) are safe — but you'll need to relink them in the editor. We'd rather you know upfront than wonder why things need reconnecting.
Legacy Template Cleanup
We've retired 3D, inline, and several hybrid templates that were non-responsive and no longer reflected the quality bar we're building toward. The templates that remain have been renamed and updated with clear, user-friendly descriptions.
Events using a retired template will not be affected. However, if you switch to a different template, the retired template will no longer be available for reselection.
Have Questions or Feedback?
Our team is here to help. If you have questions on updates or want to share feedback with us, send us an email at support@chati.com.
