Experts from the AkzoNovel Global Color and Design team will be showcasing the latest color trends and innovations at the Spring 2025 International Home Furnishings Market in High Point, N.C.

Taking place May 15-21, New York will be a hub of design, events, talks, and networking for designers, innovators, and leaders.

Friulmac Select, a partnership between Friulmac USA and RT Machine Company, will host an open house featuring live machinery demonstrations from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, May 15.

Facilitated by Barry Reid from LMI Canada, this structured, multi-session workshop series offers an opportunity to cultivate essential leadership competencies, enhance communication skills, and ultimately drive greater productivity within organizations.

The SBCA Innovation Grant was created to encourage individuals and companies to share their ideas and solutions in an effort to cultivate innovation in the structural building components and lightweight wood framing industry.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The Cabinet Makers Association (CMA) has released its list of plant tours as part of the 2025 National Conference, which is taking place in Detroit, Michigan. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore some of the industry's leading manufacturing facilities, gaining firsthand insight into best practices, innovative techniques, and cutting-edge technology driving the woodworking sector forward.

The deadline for submissions is September 2. Winners will be announced no later than December 31 and awarded $3,000, an engraved trophy, and royalties from sales of the design.

Participants across the country have the chance to win $1,969 worth of tools and merchandise. The sweepstakes run through Sunday, April 13, at 11:59 p.m. E.T. Winners will be announced May 5.

Industry advancements, standard refinements and long-term growth strategies were among the key topics discussed at the North American Laminate Flooring Association's recent spring meeting in Raleigh, North Carolina.

The 2025 Top Shelf Design Awards judges are Lauren Schwartz, president of Meridian Closets; Natasha Shtapauk, managing director/brand ambassador, BauTeam; Eric Marshall, The Closet Training Institute; and Matt Buell, MBuell Studio.