Michigan Design Center’s premier annual trade event returns Wednesday & Thursday, May 6 - 7 — now expanded to two full days of discovery, insight, and connection for the design community.
FRIDAY, MAY 8 - FRIDAY, MAY 15
Virtual Sample Sale 2026
Michigan Design Center’s exclusive annual Sample Sale is back - shop online anywhere, any time during the Sale! Discover impressive savings on fine furniture, lighting, flooring, fabric, rugs, art, and accessories from more than 15 MDC showrooms and studios.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29 | 10 A.M. – NOON | MID-AMERICA ROOM
Decoding Stone & Engineered Surfaces for the Next Era of Design - Hosted by Hard Rock Stone Works and Dwyer Marble & Stone
Enjoy a complimentary designer brunch exploring today’s most talked-about surface materials—from natural stone and quartz to porcelain and emerging options. Pre-registration requested.
FRIDAY, MAY 1 | 10 A.M. | Various showrooms
Launch! Tour: “Designing Through the Decades with Tile” Discover the tile that fits your design era
Join interior designer Jennifer Kasselmann from Art by Design Interiors on Friday, May 1, at 10 a.m. for an hour-long tour on "Designing Through the Decades with Tile." RSVPs are required for this informative tour.
FRIDAY, MAY 15 | 10 A.M. - 1 P.M. | RESOURCE CENTER
Consultations: Ask an Interior Designer
Do you have a question you would love to ask an interior designer? Maybe you need help picking out a paint color for your main bedroom? Or you would like a flooring suggestion for your living or kitchen floor? You are in for a treat! Interior design firm GHK Design Collaborative will be offering 15-minute private consultations on May 15 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Resource Center (Suite 84). Registration is required to reserve a time slot. Please bring in pictures of your room and any paint, tile, wallpaper, and fabric samples you may already have. Consultations are strictly limited to 15 minutes, and you may not go over. Please be considerate of your time frame. These sessions are complimentary, but space is limited. Schedule your session at the link below.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17 | 9 A.M. - 5 P.M. | SUITE 91 | TRADE ONLY
Pool Party! Dive Into Outdoor Design Hosted by Ann Sacks
Join Ann Sacks for a summer-inspired open house focused on outdoor living. Explore elevated tile and stone selections for pools, patios, and open-air spaces, with a featured presentation at 3 p.m. Pre-register at the link below by Tuesday, June 16.
FRIDAY, JUNE 26 | 10 - 11A.M. | Mid-America Room
Designer-Led Tour: Designing with Antiques
Join us for a complimentary tour where designer John Rattray of CraigHall Interiors shows you the secrets of mixing antiques into your home décor with style and ease. Discover tips on choosing the perfect pieces and blending them with your current space. The tour will begin in the Mid-America Room, Suite 86. Space is limited.
Seasonal Spring Décor Now at Rita O’Brien Interiors
Spring has arrived at Rita O’Brien Interiors & Studio, with new faux florals, classic topiary accents, and distinctive Easter décor now on display. Visit the showroom to explore easy seasonal updates that bring fresh color, texture, and charm to tabletops, consoles, and spring vignettes throughout the home.
Bokara Rugs Now at Flooring Design
Dedicated to commitment, quality, and design, Bokara has provided nothing less than the highest quality and finest area rugs for over four decades. In-stock sizes range from room-sizes, runners, scatter sizes, plus the largest collection of oversize and unusual size rugs in the country. Custom sizes and colorways are also available. Rooted in the past, but geared to meet today's needs, Bokara's goal is to provide elegance and excellence – one room at a time. Visit Suite 73 today for your new Bokara rug.
Expansion of the Hickory Chair Jules Upholstery Program at CAI Designs
Hickory Chair is proud to showcase an extensive expansion of the iconic Jules upholstery program. Defined by exceptional comfort and an elegant silhouette, the reimagined collection introduces new pieces including a chaise, chair-and-a-half, and a 16-piece sectional, along with a new arm design, two additional back cushion options, and a deeper seat depth. These additions offer designers greater flexibility to customize Jules for a wide range of aesthetics – from traditional to modern and formal to casual. Visit the CAI Designs showroom in Suite 82 to learn more about the program.
Sale at Italcasa
Sun-soaked style starts here. Discover bold, modern outdoor pieces now on sale in Suite 30. From standout designs by Vondom, Driade, Qeeboo, and Heller, explore loungers, playful statement tables, and patio, poolside, and garden furniture. Enjoy up to 30% off new orders and up to 40% off floor samples. Visit Italcasa in Suite 30 to learn more.
Artist Anna Rac at TRA
Anna Rac began playing the piano at the age of four and later graduated with a degree in music from the University of Illinois. Today, she draws on her classical training as a source of inspiration for her artwork. She describes her painting process as deeply immersive and emotional – an intuitive translation from music to canvas. Her approach is spontaneous, often leading to new and unexpected results. As a result, her works feel lyrical, dynamic, and multilayered – much like the music that inspires it. Visit TRA in Suite 29 to learn more about this talented artist.
The Latest
Tufenkian’s Yucatan Blue Coral rug is an exquisite wool and silk flatweave, meticulously hand knotted by skilled artisans in India. This transitional piece showcases refined geometric patterns, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary elegance. Yucatan Blue Coral is available in standard room sizes; plus custom sizes, runners, squares, and rounds available.
Experience the refined design and elevated functionality of the KOHLER Synthos workstation kitchen sink. This sink is designed to streamline prep, cooking, and entertaining with accessories like cutting boards, colanders, soaking bins, serving trays, and prep bowls. See it in Suite 33 and discover how this workstation brings style and efficiency to your kitchen.
The Heritage Collection is an elegant grouping of fabrics and trims inspired by the charming spirit of the English countryside when flowers are in bloom and colors feel fresh and lively. The collection blends quaint romance with classic refinement through embroidery, print, and tranquil yet striking colorways.
Appliance panels elevate a kitchen design by seamlessly integrating refrigerators and dishwashers into the cabinetry, creating a clean, cohesive look. By concealing bulky appliances behind matching cabinet fronts, the space feels more like custom furniture and less like a collection of separate machines. For more considerations to hide appliances in your kitchen, stop by E.W. Kitchens, Suite 93.
A fresh season of elevated design has arrived. Ann Sacks unveils four new collections and three refined additions – each crafted with exceptional materials and a modern, luxurious point of view. Ann Sacks invites you to explore the textures, tones, and details shaping their next chapter in design. Visit Suite 91 to see these new collections, they can’t wait to share what’s new with you.
The Vitri Circular LED Pendant by Hubbardton Forge brings sculptural artistry and functional light to any interior. Part of the Vitre Collection, this dramatic fixture features hand-forged metal framing and handmade slabs of clear art glass with distinctive white swirls – each piece is entirely unique. The glass panels glow with soft up-and- down illumination, creating a dreamy, textural focal point ideal for statement spaces.
The right fabric can transform a space. It’s the texture that invites touch, the color that sets the mood, and the detail that completes your vision. Anna Elisabeth creates fabrics that help you do just that – collections that merge timeless beauty, lasting durability, and inspired craftsmanship so you can bring your clients’ dreams to life.
Maya Romanoff announces Palazzo Plaster Malta™ wallcovering inspired by Venetian plaster. This collection brings the depth and authenticity of hand-troweled walls into a more attainable form. Created with a proprietary compound hand-troweled onto an FSC-sourced non-woven paper, layers of matte and metallic build depth and tonal variation. Handcrafted in Maya's Chicago Studio and available in 12 colorways.
Bokara Rugs – rooted in the past but designed to meet today’s needs. Experience elegance and excellence in every room. Visit Flooring Design, Suite 73, today to explore their newest collection of beautifully crafted area rugs.
The Indiana Limestone Collection celebrates timeless architecture and natural beauty. Its soft cream tones and subtle texture bring warmth and sophistication to any space.
Step into a world of color, texture, and boundless imagination with Lee Jofa Modern x Hunt Slonem’s third collection of wallcoverings and fabrics – Belle Terre. Renowned for his signature bunnies, butterflies, and bold, expressive brushstrokes, Slonem brings his vibrant artistic vision to interiors in a way that is both whimsical and sophisticated.
Luxury marble never looked so luxurious as the Indulge porcelain tile series from Florida Tile. Marble has stood the test of time as a symbol of sophistication and refined taste. Now with the beauty, strength, and durability of porcelain, Indulge allows you to add a touch of splendor to any environment. Shown here is Breccia Capraia, a blend of earthy tones with striking veins.