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.
THURSDAY, APRIL 9 | 10 A.M. - 12 P.M. | SUITE 73
Coffee with Chris & Company at Flooring Design
Join Flooring Design for a relaxed and informative morning exploring the latest in flooring design and installation. Owner Chris Smith will be on hand to answer questions, share expert insights on materials and installation, and introduce guests to the distinctive products and services that set the showroom apart. Enjoy coffee, conversation, and the opportunity to connect while discovering innovative solutions for your next project.
THURSDAY, APRIL 9 | 11 A.M. – 1 P.M. | SUITE 82 | TRADE ONLY
CEU: Sustainability in Design with Hubbardton Forge
CAI Designs welcomes trade members for a CEU-accredited presentation exploring how lighting choices can support more sustainable interior design and help clients make environmentally responsible decisions without compromising style. Complimentary lunch and refreshments to follow the presentation, Space is limited — RSVP by Wednesday, April 8.
FRIDAY, APRIL 10 | 10 A.M. | MID-AMERICA ROOM
Design Club: Event #1 - Style Mash-Up
Design Club is a bi-annual educational lecture series hosted by Bureau of Interior Design created to foster thoughtful conversation around how people live and design their homes. The first presentation, Style Mash-Up: Designing Beyond a Fixed Style, challenges the idea that a home must follow one defined aesthetic. Optional 10-minute one-on-one consultations will follow the lecture. Tickets are $10. All proceeds benefit Gleaners Community Food Bank.
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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.
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
The Bohemian Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso brings classic comfort into the modern era by reimagining traditional elegance with a fresh, sculptural silhouette. Wrapped in a rich, statement-making green, this piece celebrates St. Patrick's Day with style, warmth, and a bold contemporary spirit. Timeless design meets modern living.
The Antonia 52" Linear Pendant from Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting blends soft, sculptural curves with meticulously crafted metal and glass elements to create a stunning beam of light. Suspended from adjustable cables, it offers flexible installation and optional parchment accents for added warmth. Contact Maria Kramer for more details.
This collection of natural stone tiles includes Dolomite, Thassos, Nero Marquina, Calacatta Verde, Afyon Gold, Afyon Violet, and Silver Travertine and is offered in honed or polished finishes. Choose from square, rectangular, or fluted field tiles. Also available in two honed finish mosaic styles – Proper Pillar and 2” hexagon.
Innovations’ new Elysian ombré mural blends natural woven texture with a luminous metallic underlayer to create soft, atmospheric color transitions across the wall. Available in 13 curated colorways for residential and commercial use.
The Urban Collection offers the timeless elegance of natural stone in durable, colored body porcelain with soft, refined tones and subtle surface movement. Available in large formats, these tiles create seamless, sophisticated surfaces perfect for versatile application in residential and commercial spaces.
Cocuyo by Alfredo Paredes blends modern luxury with global influence. Inspired by Spanish heritage and world travel, this Kravet Couture collection features earthy hues, rich textures, and artisanal weaves that feel warm, layered, and lived-in. Refined yet soulful, Cocuyo brings timeless comfort and worldly sophistication to modern interiors. Visit Kravet in Suite 105 to learn more.
Texture, dimension, and innovation – discover how thoughtful craftsmanship and material innovation can transform any space. This month, Ann Sacks is spotlighting designs that bring rich texture and dimensional detail in the La Tela, Robetta, Terrazzo Form, Teo, and Valo collections.
Warmer cabinetry is having a moment, as seen in Scavolini's latest collection, Poetica. Pecans and walnuts are inviting richer and more natural warmth to kitchens while the slim frame reinvents the shaker cabinet to feel more modern and timeless.
Fashion-forward fabrics for the home. Rooted in fashion and redefined for interiors, Pindler's tweed fabrics bring timeless texture into modern living spaces. Inspired by tailored silhouettes, layered textiles, and classic craftsmanship, these designs translate the enduring appeal of tweed from the runway to the room. Visit Suite 103 to learn more.
In Suite 102-E, you will find the Beatrice Side Table by Gabby. With gilded gold wire in an iron drum base and an antiqued mirror top, the Beatrice gold drum side table is simple yet unique. The small cast rosettes and innovative design make it the perfect occasional side table.
An exclusive designer wallpaper from Milton & King unlike nothing else on the market. This large scale Crane, forming an exotic and monumental bird wallpaper that will create the most beautifully enthralling interior. Nothing says lux and glamour like this Japanese wallpaper. Available in four glamorous colorways. Visit Gunnar Olivier to learn more.
The Parson’s Round Table, crafted with detailed joinery and a reclaimed pine top, showcases quality workmanship and a custom finish that mirrors the style and patina of their antique pieces. Available in any size.
Wood countertops add instant warmth and character – bringing a natural, lived-in feel that makes a kitchen (or any space, really!) feel inviting and elevated. Each top is unique with its own grain and tone, and with the right seal plus a little routine care, wood holds up beautifully while developing a rich patina over time. It’s the perfect mix of timeless, cozy, and high-end. To learn about more ways to incorporate wood tops into your home, stop by Suite 93.