A national survey of architects and designers found limited knowledge of endangered and threatened woods, protected forests and a willingness to use species prohibited under Lacey Act rules.

An educational Initiative for architects and designers on responsible wood materials sourcing will address the knowledge gap, as Wilsonart educates about endangered wood species.

Grace Jeffers, a design expert and wood products research specialist, details endangered and non-legal wood species, including Lacey Act protections, in Global Forestry 101, an address at NeoCon 2016 in Chicago. The commercial furniture and design show runs June 13-15.