Closets & Organized Storage March/April 2026
Digital edition bonus: Design Portfolio: The definitive guide to sourcing decorative surfaces and composite panels.
In This Issue
Who defines your quality?
While most contractors focus on the finished product, true quality is won or lost in the professional details that the customer experiences.
By
Tim Coleman,
March 26, 2026 | 5:22 pm CDT
European elegance and modern organization
How to balance a “no-clutter” mandate with high-end glamour.
By
Michaelle Bradford,
March 26, 2026 | 4:27 pm CDT
Sustainability takes center stage
The 2026 KBIS and IBS shows in Orlando featured high-performance, silica-free and carbon-neutral materials.
By
Michaelle Bradford,
March 26, 2026 | 4:17 pm CDT
Timing, technology: Tricks of the trade
Leveraging CRM technology for logistics and selecting the right regional transportation are critical to successful closet installation.
Who’s claiming the closet?
By using the same box construction and door styles found in the kitchen, kitchen and bath designers believe they can now offer a whole-house look.
By
Michaelle Bradford,
March 23, 2026 | 4:44 pm CDT
What KBIS 2026 revealed about the future of the home
One of the most consistent themes across the show floor was a renewed emphasis on spatial planning over gadgetry.
By
Lindsey Koren,
March 23, 2026 | 4:22 pm CDT
Growth doesn’t happen alone
“Our purpose is simple: to help every member thrive, contribute, and grow,” said ACSP President Jenna Shock.
Functional integration and aesthetic shifts in 2026
New survey data reveal a transition toward multifunctional hybrid spaces and a dominant preference for traditional and organic modern aesthetics.
By
Michaelle Bradford,
March 19, 2026 | 4:01 pm CDT
Welcome to Closet Institute of America
“We are in the business of networking, collaborating and establishing lifelong relationships with our closet peers," said Jeff Klein, director of Closet Institute of America.
By
Jeff Klein,
March 23, 2026 | 3:15 pm CDT
Designing smart storage for the connected home
Smart home technology is expanding into custom storage, reshaping how closet professionals plan, sell, and execute projects.
Evolution of Foxbury Woodworks
Greg Van Wyk is carving out a niche that balances the precision of fine furniture with the demands of high-end cabinetry and closet design.
By
Michaelle Bradford,
March 30, 2026 | 4:44 pm CDT
Closets Conference preview: West Palm Beach synergy
2026 Closets Conference & Wood Pro Florida unite with industry associations to connect designers and custom closet and cabinet manufacturers.
By
Michaelle Bradford,
March 31, 2026 | 8:55 am CDT
KBIS/IBS 2026 bids farewell to Orlando
The 2026 Design & Construction Week signaled an industry shift toward “whole-home” integration, wellness-driven technology, and a warmer, more organic aesthetic.
By
Michaelle Bradford,
March 5, 2026 | 9:27 am CST
2026 global design show previews
From disappearing kitchens to neuro-responsive interiors, this season’s trade shows signal a shift toward emotive and highly tactile living spaces.
By
Michaelle Bradford,
March 13, 2026 | 10:10 am CDT
Historic TFL panel standard sets performance benchmarks
TFL panels are used in commercial and residential interior applications.
By
Karen M. Koenig,
March 24, 2026 | 2:36 pm CDT
