by Leslie Clagett | May 20, 2026 | Business & People News
We recently spoke with designer Christina Cruz of Austin-based Christina Cruz Interiors about pivoting careers with purpose in our latest podcast. Cruz originally followed a very different career path, spending 15 years as a digital media marketing executive before...
by Leslie Clagett | May 19, 2026 | Trends & Inspirations
Erica Leader, owner and designer of The Northwest Home, endorses bold colors and patterns complemented by smart problem-solving to give homes a happy glow. Photos courtesy of the respective companies, unless otherwise noted. Lexi Small Sconce from Cedar & Moss...
by Leslie Clagett | May 18, 2026 | Business & People News
Designer Tiffany Skilling of Indianapolis-based Tiffany Skilling Interiors shares how she builds beauty by blending historical narratives with personalized details. How has your background influenced the way you’ve approached the design business? Tiffany...
by Leslie Clagett | May 17, 2026 | Business & People News
Through education, partnerships and community initiatives, Ferguson is working toward a goal of connecting 50,000 young people to the skilled trades by 2030 – helping more students see what’s possible and take the first step toward meaningful careers. That goal is...
by Leslie Clagett | May 16, 2026 | Award News
Applications will be accepted between June 1 and June 30, 2026 for five professional grants from the Educational Foundation (EF) of IFDA, the International Furnishings and Design Association. Since the early years of this 79-year-old global design industry alliance,...
