Cercan Tile has expanded their footprint at MDC by moving into a neighboring suite to showcase a wide range of exclusive outdoor tiles. On display are environmentally-friendly 2 cm and 3 cm porcelain pavers that are available in a variety of colors and sizes, with styles replicating the look of wood, limestone, concrete, and more. The 2 cm thick pavers are an excellent choice for outdoor patios, walkways, swimming pools, and gazebos. The 3 cm pavers offer extra thickness to handle salt, sun, and rough Michigan winters on driveways and parkades.
Cercan Tile’s New Showroom Now Open
August 25 | 10, 10:30, 11 & 11:30 A.M.
August Mini-Sessions in the RC
Join Tile & Stone Works, HJ Oldenkamp, and Benjamin Moore for four informative 20-minute presentations at their booths in the Resource Center, Suite 84. Tile & Stone Works and HJ Oldenkamp will discuss the various options available for backsplashes and countertops and Benjamin Moore will give two presentations on how to select paint for both the interiors and exteriors of the home.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 26 | 10 A.M | MID-AMERICA ROOM
The Ghiordes Knot presents: "Coordinating Carpet with Construction and Color"
Join your fellow trade professionals for a lively discussion on coordinating carpet with construction and color while exploring the different variations of carpet and their best applications. Paul Johnson, principal designer at Dan Davis Design, is an expert in carpet construction with many years in the industry and is exceptionally versed in mixing colors and patterns.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 | 11 A.M. - 2 P.M. | B PARKING LOT
Last Blast of Summer Event
Looking for some creative ideas to incorporate into your kitchen and bath designs? Get inspired by Resource Center Exhibitors Rocky Mountain Hardware, IMAGIO Glass, and Wolverine Cabinetry Company. Rocky Mountain Hardware will have their mobile showroom parked outside to showcase their door and cabinet hardware, lighting, and kitchen/bath accessories. Other products on display include IMAGIO’s glass backsplashes and shower surrounds, and Wolverine’s high-quality cabinetry samples. A decorative bronze bell and an 18 x13" custom IMAGIO glass design with the digital imagery of your choice will be raffled off. RSVPs are not required but appreciated. Contact Emily at emcdonald@michigandesign.com or 248.649.4772 if you plan to attend. Look for the mobile showroom/tables in the B parking lot (south of the main entrance).
SAVE THE DATE: WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
Trowbridge London Fine Art Prints Coming to City Lights Detroit
City Lights Detroit is excited to announce an exclusive partnership with Trowbridge London. Trowbridge offers the very finest examples of fine art prints, antique prints, black and white photography, textiles, and original works of art, all in exquisite handmade frames. Trowbridge has supplied framed fine art to the interior design trade world-wide for four decades. The City Lights showroom will feature nearly 30 works of art available for immediate purchase and represent the entire Trowbridge line for online orders. An official unveiling of Trowbridge London will be held at an in-store event September 15. Save the date!
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 - MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
Designers’ Own Homes Virtual Home Tour
Take advantage of the rare opportunity to see how interior designers furnish their own residences during our first-ever Designers’ Own Homes Virtual Tour! This video presentation tour will provide an intimate glimpse into the personal homes of six seasoned professional interior designers, including the residences of Annie Kordas, Rachel Nelson, Dawn Jacobs, and Cheryl Nestro along with the vacation homes of Barry Harrison and Kevin Serba. The homes span the state of Michigan, from the Grosse Pointes to Saugatuck, with several spectacular stops in between, showcasing the wide variety of designers who live there.
The Latest
Savoy Prints is a stunning graphic addition to the larger Savoy tile collection and is available in three gorgeous colorways: blue and white, tonal black, and tonal white. Explore unlimited possibilities by combining with Savoy Classic to create custom patterns and color blends for the ultimate in bespoke design expression.
At the heart of any home is the kitchen and, with the boom in cafe-culture, it is also at the core of the modern office. Boxlife is a new modular system that allows you to house your entire kitchen behind retractable doors. Bring the staff together for coffee, conversation, and collaborations with a centrally located and stylish hideaway kitchen.
Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting's Azu Round Chandelier is inspired by the craftsmanship of high-end jewelry, runway fashion looks, and the loveliness of nature itself. The name Azu is short for Azucena and in Spanish translates to “Madonna Lily.” This 34.5" round chandelier's shade comes in white, champagne, and black with silver inner lining. Finishes are white, silver, and gold.
Pindler is excited to present several new additions to its popular Hearst Castle Collection. Inspired by a trip Pindler’s design team made to the historic site in the summer of 2019, these exclusive new additions come 23 years after the launch of the original collection. The new designs capture the timeless elegance and lavishness of the castle in a sophisticated, saturated color palette.
Leonardo's newest shipment of Cristallo Quartzite varies from crystal clear to heavily veined. This beautiful product is translucent and can be lit up in a kitchen, bathroom, or bar project. This natural quartzite screams luxurious with its compelling appearance and unmatched durability.
Minakari Wallpaper from Designers Guild is an extraordinary group of wallpapers using a variety of printing techniques and styles to offer true versatility. From statement large scale panels of kaleidoscopic flowers to gently distressed damask motifs and smaller scale, highly complex floral studies, dynamic flocked papers, and softly textured contemporary surface prints – the collection has something for everyone.
Suzanne Kasler for Hickory Chair was inspired by pieces that she has collected over the years. The new collection is a sophisticated blend of intricately detailed, hand-crafted wood products, as well as tailored upholstered pieces. Architectural elements are highlighted with modern details and clean lines for a timeless look.
Inspired by the Golden Age of French decor, The Tavel Collection is expertly crafted to offer a timeless design to any space. Shop this collection in Suite 30 along with other expertly crafted pieces from Theodore Alexander.
Introducing World View II, Schumacher’s latest collection. Travel around the world by simply walking through a home adorned with colorful Leland Stripe, unique Elko Plaid, or blue Bensley Boucle.Visit the Schumacher showroom to get a memo of these light, colorful fabrics, just in time for summer!
Beautyrest Black is made with innovative features like an advanced temperature management system to promote sleeping cool throughout the night and premium materials to provide exceptional comfort. Stop by Suite 111 to learn more.
The Luisa Large Table Lamp in Emerald Green by Thomas O’Brien for Visual Comfort is simple yet sleek. Crafted of glazed ceramic with brass details and a linen drum shade, the lamp pairs well. It is also available in denim, polar blue, and white crackle finishes.
Synchronicity is the latest chapter in Leading Edge trimmings from Stroheim. This line of decorative tapes incorporates an expansive range of artisanal techniques achieving unique, distinctive designs. Visit Suite 22 to view the entire collection of decorative trimmings.
A return to the romance of style. Barbara Barry’s 12-piece capsule collection for Baker encompasses seating, tables, storage, and a bed that showcase a modern take on graceful, soft forms for the home.
Deeply rooted in classicism with a soulful vibe, Bohème II With Linherr Hollingsworth places a strong focus on art and architecture, picking up where the designer left off with her first lifestyle collection, featuring fabric, trim, and wallcovering.
A thick warp of double-twisted palm yarns yields a textural landscape that conjures traditional Japanese mats in the Tatami window shade from Hartmann&Forbes. Hand-knotted fibers in two earthy colors combine to form a tonal grid pattern while allowing light to pass through like a dimensional screen.
New from Tamarian, the Anima rug is a contemporary pattern using organic diamond shapes on a light-colored ground for a fun and fresh addition to any room. Hand-knotted in 100% Tibetan wool by artisans in Nepal. Available in standard sizes.
A perfect option for a minimalistic look is Mouser Cabinetry’s new integrated handle cabinetry doors and drawers. Available on all Euro-style doors, this handle-free cabinetry opens by simply placing your fingers on the hidden C-edges built into the doors and drawers. Currently available in silver, champagne, and black, this style of cabinetry provides a distinctive and functional contemporary look.
Chatham House Lifestyle Gallery has new and exciting 2021 Verellen samples now on display in their showroom with pieces arriving daily. Owners Shelley Knudson and Kali Weber are excited to share the new introductions, timeless classics, and stunning accessories they collected during their trip to this year's High Point Market.