Let’s hug the whole forest
Further research reveals more opportunities for the wood industry.
By
Kenn Busch,
April 5, 2024 | 8:38 am CDT
Oriented polypropylene is light, tough, and beautiful
OPP delivers efficiency, design and durability for manufacturers of cabinets, millwork, RTA and more.
By
Kenn Busch,
February 8, 2024 | 11:23 am CST
Closet trends for 2024
Materials shift and functionality grows in North American closet design.
By
Kenn Busch,
January 31, 2024 | 11:23 am CST
Anti-fingerprint surfaces — a trend that’s here to stay
One of the most interesting design innovations in recent years can make almost any material a premium surface option.
By
Kenn Busch,
January 15, 2024 | 10:14 am CST
Redefining trade fairs with focus on products
SICAM, Europe’s every-year furniture materials and components fair, gains momentum as a destination for North Americans.
By
Kenn Busch,
November 28, 2023 | 10:53 am CST
Sobering wake-up call for furniture materials suppliers, manufacturers
We already have the best sustainability story in the world. Why aren’t we telling it?
By
Kenn Busch,
September 26, 2023 | 3:58 pm CDT
Let there be light — everywhere!
Equal parts function and design, less-is-more lighting designs lift cabinets, closets, and retail fixtures.
By
Kenn Busch,
June 26, 2023 | 9:20 am CDT
Innovative surface material design trends to watch
Material industry experts share what’s hot and trends to watch in 2023.
By
Kenn Busch,
June 2, 2023 | 5:18 pm CDT
Scenes from Milan Design Week
After the pandemic, Milan focuses on natural woods, softer colors, and circularity.
By
Kenn Busch,
June 1, 2023 | 2:06 pm CDT
Survey explores material trends
Responses offer snapshot on material trends in the North American furniture market.
By
Kenn Busch,
January 5, 2023 | 3:56 pm CST
