Each June, over 40,000 people from across the global design community, including J+J Flooring and Tarkett, gather in Chicago to celebrate the latest in design and architecture, sharing product news and participating in a variety of events across the Windy City from Monday, June 12 – Wednesday, June 14.

There is a demand for hardwood in commercial projects across multiple end-use segments. New technologies and equipment enable more distinct and bespoke styling after a few decades of homogenized looks.

Sara Malek Barney, Founder and Principal Designer of Bandd/Design, has officially launched the Designer Alliance - a valuable networking group to unite industry professionals in Austin, Texas and beyond.

The new Cambria Hotel will open its doors in spring 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee, applying the principles of circular economy, pillars of the studio, and holistic design signed by architect Nicola De Pellegrini.

Reporting from Coverings 2023, Floor Trends connects with Leonardo Pesce, the new CEO of PanariaGroup USA who will oversee the evolving presence of the $170 million company in the United States. 

The new continuing education course will cover the building industry's impact on the climate, environment, and people.

Designers continue to incorporate elements of biophilia into their designs to create more natural and healthy spaces.

At Coverings 2023, the tile distributor announced Collections, an upcoming series of exclusive tile designs created by greats in interior design and product development. 

Designers, architects, contractors, installers, builders, remodelers, retailers, and other professionals in the tile and stone business have the chance to showcase their innovative design work and masterful installation skills through the popular, annual CID Awards program.

Employee engagement events will take place at the commercial flooring manufacturer’s “Living Site” carpet tile plant in Virginia, and at its Light Lab Design Center and other commercial plants in North Georgia.