Byron Conn Design was named 2013 People’s Choice winner for "Dahlia Table Lamp." All Design Portfolio plaques, made by Epilog Laser, will be presented at the 2014 Cabinets & Closets Conference in Somerset, NJ.

Hickory wood podium created by Custom Wood Furniture Inc. highlights it's graceful solid wood curves with American Black Walnut details.

Cabinets & Closets Conference & Expo 2013 had crowds waiting, and the floor filled quickly when the show opened Thursday morning. A breakfast "ideation session" proved popular. The show floor has plenty of machinery, tools, technology, panels, hardware and supplies.

The deadline for Design Portfolio Awards, given each year to honor custom woodworkers for their outstanding craftsmanship, has been extended to Nov. 29.

Michael Singer Fine Woodworking entered a wood entry table in the 20th annual Custom Woodworking Business Design Portfolio contest.

Royal Palm Closet Design and Fine Cabinetry, a family-owned and operated company, entered a custom home office in the 20th annual Custom Woodworking Business Design Portfolio contest.