Thank you to all the trade professionals who joined us for this year's May Market at MDC! If you missed any part of the event—or would like a quick refresher—you’re in luck. We caught up with many of the day’s hosts and special guests to bring you a collection of short video highlights from several of the presentations, showroom experiences, demonstrations, and product introductions featured throughout the two-day event.

Day 1 ▶ Vern Yip Interview at CAI Designs We chat with Vern Yip about his book, Trend collection and design approach. ▶ Kallista Collections with Alexander Dornbracht A quick chat with Infusion Kitchen and Bath Showroom’s special guest of honor. ▶ SICIS Tile at Cercan Maurizio Strapparava of SICIS highlights the incredible range of tile and surface solutions available through the innovative Italian brand. ▶ “Everybody Loves Stripes” with Emma Bazilian Co-author Emma Bazilian shares the inspiration behind her book during a special appearance at the Schumacher showroom. ▶ Designer Flat-Lay Challenge at Ghiordes Knot Patty from Ruth Casper Design Studio explains how designers created flat lays using curated materials, wallcoverings and fabrics. ▶ Flooring Design Introduces Vinyl Woven Flooring Chris Smith of Flooring Design shares a look at woven vinyl flooring and its many applications. ▶ Crypton Home Intro & Demo at Pindler Pindler demonstrates how Crypton fabrics stand up to everyday spills and real-life accidents. ▶ Olive Oil Kitchen Showcase at EW Kitchens Designer Amy Slosar highlights one of the showroom’s kitchen vignettes. ▶ Cosentino Presents Dekton at Rita O’Brien Interiors Keith Sawka discusses the durability and many applications of Dekton surfaces. ▶ Thibaut + Vincent Sheppard Wendy Baker introduces Thibaut’s new collaboration with Vincent Sheppard.

Day 2 ▶ “Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down” at Scavolini The "AI in Design & Construction" panelists quickly share their thoughts on design/tech. ▶ “Designer Download” KBIS/IBS Preview Anita Sneideraitis and Jennifer “JP” Beaudoin preview their KBIS/IBS takeaways. ▶ Designer Checkerboard Coaster Workshop Chris Kucharski previews the hands-on natural stone coaster workshop at Ann Sacks. ▶ Hartmann&Forbes Automation at Tennant Kris Grytten discusses how designers can feel more confident specifying automated luxury shades. ▶ Rita O’Brien Interiors Debuts California Closets Showcase Colleen O’Brien-Seitz and Amanda Purchiss introduce this sleek new display. ▶ Dulcet Tile Lightning Round at Beaver Tile Murat Gurcan and David “Boz” Bosworth react to today’s biggest tile and stone trends. ▶ Honey Bar Experience at Italcasa Madeline Bisesi and Sabrina Raso pair honey from Mel Santa Cecilia with Benjamin Moore colors. ▶ Artist Carmem Gusmão Live Painting Demonstration at Italcasa Design Carmem Gusmão shares how she got her start and the connection she’s found between psychology and art. ▶ “Inside the Beehive” Custom Side Table by SR Design X IMAGIO Glass Design Paula Badalamente and Sabrina Raso showcase a custom side table inspired by a Brazilian beehive.

Full Event Presentation Recordings

Want to dive deeper? Watch the complete recordings of five featured May Market presentations covering luxury design, decorative glass, artificial intelligence, emerging industry trends and an inspiring keynote from renowned designer Vern Yip.

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Vern Yip: The Essential Elements of Great Design

Vern Yip shares insights on design, his career, books, television work and his collections with Trend.

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A Conversation with Alexander Dornbracht on Kallista’s Vision for the Future

Alexander Dornbracht of Kallista and Robern joins Joanne Ledbetter for a conversation on luxury, craftsmanship and global design.

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The Evolution of Decorative Glass

Maurizio Strapparava of SICIS explores decorative glass, Italian craftsmanship and innovative tile solutions.

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Designer Download: What’s Hot at KBIS/IBS 2026

Jennifer “JP” Beaudoin, Anita Sneideraitis and Danielle Dettloff share favorite finds and trends from KBIS and IBS.

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AI in Design & Construction Panel Discussion

Moderated by Nicholas Moriarty, Founder and Principal of Nicholas Moriarty Interiors, the discussion features Amanda Sinistaj of Ellwood Interiors, Niki Serras of Scavolini Design Collective, and Paul Mooney of PRM Custom Builders.