by Leslie Clagett | Jul 9, 2026 | Trends & Inspirations
For designer Elana Cline of Southport, Conn.-based Carta Creatives, products that combine a high degree of craft with performance and comfort are key to successful projects. Photos courtesy of the respective companies, unless otherwise noted. Wallis Sconce by Katy...
by Carrie Whitney | Jul 9, 2026 | Business & People News
Schumacher, the venerable American design house, announced the opening of two new showrooms and design shops in Jacksonville and West Palm Beach, Fla. Set to open in September, they are the brand’s first brick-and-mortar locations in each city. Each includes a...
by Chelsie Butler | Jul 8, 2026 | Event News
Toronto, ON (July 8, 2026) – Kitchen + Bath Canada (KBC Expo) announced today that “Naturally” is the theme and creative initiative that will shape the look, feel and experience of the 2026 event. Inspired by natural materials, texture, movement, light and...
by Leslie Clagett | Jul 8, 2026 | Business & People News
We recently spoke with Jen Dean, the principal designer and the creative force behind Utah-based Jede Interiors, about building a boutique design studio in our latest podcast. Explaining how the boutique categorization impacts her firm’s business model, Dean...
by Shanna Schmidt | Jul 6, 2026 | Trends & Inspirations
Universal design is the process of creating environments that are functional for all people without the need for adaptation. By integrating accessible features during the initial build of a residential space, homeowners save time, reduce frustration and avoid costly...
by Peter Wells | Jul 6, 2026 | KBB Collective Blog
No longer an afterthought, cabinet hardware has evolved into a true design element. Today, it’s about pieces that stand out – bolder silhouettes, greater surface area and details that make an impact. From thoughtful sizing to layered finishes and statement backplates,...
by Carrie Whitney | Jul 4, 2026 | Business & People News
M S International, Inc. (MSI), the supplier of flooring, countertops, wall tile and hardscaping products, celebrated the grand opening of its Jacksonville, Fla., showroom, located at 8443 Baymeadows Road. To mark the occasion, MSI invited homeowners, designers,...
by Leslie Clagett | Jul 3, 2026 | Business & People News
Principal of Stockton, Cal.-based KTJ Design Co., Kathleen Jennison turns challenges into collaborations through leadership and business savvy. How has your background influenced the way you approach the design business? Kathleen Jennison: My CPA background trained me...
by Carrie Whitney | Jul 3, 2026 | Award News
The Educational Foundation (EF) of IFDA, the International Furnishings and Design Association, announced its design student scholarship winners for 2026. Since the early years of this 79-year-old global design industry alliance, EF has awarded scholarships to...
by Mark Conacher | Jul 2, 2026 | Event News
After a sweltering few days at InstallerSHOW 2026 in Birmingham, UK, I’ve returned home to Vancouver, BC, and I’ve been thinking. Thinking about what makes an event like this matter, beyond the size of the halls and the number of people through its doors. The...
