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, MARCH 20 | MID-AMERICA ROOM | 10 A.M. - 3 P.M.
“Build Your Trade Team Day” CEU + Seminar
This event hosted by The Ghiordes Knot and ASID Michigan has been postponed, with a new date to be announced soon. If you already registered, the organizers will contact you regarding refunds. Trade members should watch their email for an invitation to the rescheduled date.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25 | 11 A.M.
| MID-AMERICA ROOM | TRADE ONLY
Benjamin Moore Color Trends 2026 & CEU
Join Benjamin Moore for a CEU-accredited presentation exploring the connections between fashion and interiors and the inspiration behind the Color Trends 2026 palette. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m., with the presentation at 11 a.m. and lunch to follow. Space is limited — RSVP by Monday, March 23.
THURSDAY, MARCH 26 | 10 - 11 A.M. | SUITE 91 | TRADE ONLY
Ask the Installer: Expert Q&A Event at Ann Sacks
Join Ann Sacks Tile & Stone for an informative and interactive morning designed to take the mystery out of tile installation. This complimentary event offers designers the opportunity to hear directly from a seasoned professional and gain practical insight you can use on every project.
FRIDAY, MARCH 27 | 10 A.M. | MID-AMERICA ROOM
“Designing a Dream Kitchen: Trends, Layout, and Practical Choices” Presented by Rariden Schumacher Mio
Join Jill Schumacher and Michelle Mio of nationally recognized design firm Rariden Schumacher Mio Interiors as they explore the evolving role of the kitchen in today’s home.
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.
New Roberta Schilling Furnishings Debut at Rita O’Brien Interiors
Rita O’Brien Interiors recently acquired new pieces from their latest furniture line, Roberta Schilling. One of the premier distributors of Brazilian furniture, Roberta Schilling features high-end, hand-painted, and contemporary pieces. Their newest curated collection of Roberta Schilling is currently on display in Suite 38 — Michigan Design Center’s temporary showcase space dedicated to highlighting new and notable collections — for a limited time. To learn more or explore their full offerings, connect with a sales associate in their main showroom, Suite 111.
Introducing Rene Cazares at CAI Designs
Since 1984, Rene Cazares has set the standard in American-made, custom high-end furnishings. With over 150 fabrics and leathers to choose from, each piece can be tailored to your unique needs. Spanning upholstery, case goods, and accents, the RC collection embodies exceptional craftsmanship, refined detail, and timeless elegance. Visit Suite 82 for more details.
Sanderson Unveils National Trust Collaboration at Rozmallin
Sanderson introduces its second collaboration with the National Trust — the UK’s historic and environmental conservation organization — inspired by Brockhampton Estate in Herefordshire, England. Celebrating the estate’s 600-year history and 75 years of preservation, the collection draws on its living heritage, from medieval architecture to orchards, blossom-filled trees, and wildflower meadows. At its heart is the estate’s orchard, where apples, pears, and damsons bloom each spring. Each design honors the past while looking ahead, shaped by craft, care, and conservation. Trade members can explore the collection at Rozmallin, Suite 60.
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.