Closets & Organized Storage September 2017
In This Issue
The NEAT Method has a fresh approach to professional organizing
A Q&A with Brooke Nieman of NEAT Method, a lifestyle service that provides luxury organization solutions and custom designs, creating style and efficiency.
By
Michaelle Bradford,
September 6, 2017 | 2:58 pm CDT
Augmented reality design picks up steam
Smart design apps are using 3D-style filters in visualization technology.
By
Michaelle Bradford,
September 5, 2017 | 4:09 pm CDT
ACSP educates the closet and organized storage industry
“After the positive reception of our certification program...we continue to see it generate interest,” says Joe Lonardo, ACSP president.
Closets Conference & Expo News
Cabinets & Closets 2018 to run March 27-29 in Pasadena, California
The Pasadena, CA Convention Center has been confirmed as the site for the 2018 Cabinets & Closets Conference & Expo, being held Tuesday March 27 through Thursday, March 29.
By
Bill Esler,
May 10, 2017 | 1:12 am CDT
At Wood Pro Expo learn to really run wood through your business
Professional woodworking shows go local, as Wood Pro Expo features a redesigned conference, awards event, and bristles with local dealers and distributors at Pennsylvania’s Lancaster Host featuring.
By
Bill Esler,
August 11, 2017 | 1:20 pm CDT
AWFS 2017 sees 17 percent growth in attendance
AWFS show organizers say the biennial 2017 event saw attendance increase 17 percent over the 2015 show.
By
Robert Dalheim,
August 1, 2017 | 12:05 pm CDT
Update: 12 woodworking companies earn AWFS Visionary Awards
ANAHEIM − Twelve woodworking companies have earned Visionary Awards for new product innovation and leadership. The Association of Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers (AWFS) reissued its announcement after it realized a technical issue left two companies off the initial list of winners.
The Visionary Awards were presented during the AWFS Fair. The biennial woodworking fair was held July 19-22 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
By
Karen M. Koenig,
July 27, 2017 | 1:38 pm CDT
Industry experts share insight and design trends during 2017 AWFS Closets Symposium
Attendees at the 2017 AWFS Closets Symposium, held July 18 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, heard from an impressive lineup of industry experts on the latest in design trends as well as best practices tips.
By
Michaelle Bradford,
July 20, 2017 | 12:30 am CDT
Refrigerated wine cabinets a growing trend in wine storage solutions
As a more modern wine storage solution, refrigerated wine cabinets let a wine collection become a living, breathing part of any space, says Glenview Haus Custom Doors and Wine Cellars.
By
Michaelle Bradford,
July 12, 2017 | 10:37 am CDT
Closet Creations builds manufacturing capacity to create custom closets
Chris Giampaolo, owner of New York-based Closet Creations, built up his closet design and manufacturing and components business diligently over time adding new machinery and manufacturing capacity.
By
Michaelle Bradford,
September 8, 2017 | 12:09 pm CDT
European Closet & Cabinet goes old school with design for great results
When it comes to design, Henry Belfor, sole designer of Brooklyn, New York-based European Closet & Cabinet, prefers to rely on his own hands and creativity instead using technology and design software.
By
Michaelle Bradford,
September 1, 2017 | 8:01 am CDT
Looking for design education courses?
Closet designers have a tough time when it comes to education and training. Designer Denise Butchko has a few suggestions on available resources.
By
Denise Butchko,
September 13, 2017 | 12:21 pm CDT
Fashion trends can spark hardware design
Spotting and tracking design ‘nuggets’ key to launching timely product designs that resonate.
By
Michaelle Bradford,
September 18, 2017 | 9:51 am CDT
7 tips to ignite your Internet celebrity
Mike Foti, Innovate Home Org, offers advice on how to blog for the best business results.
Education is a top priority for the closets industry
“As we move forward with developing our curriculum for the magazine and live events, education is at the forefront,” says Laurel Didier, publisher Closets & Organized Storage magazine.
By
Laurel Didier,
September 1, 2017 | 3:47 pm CDT
