International Design Trends

A walk through an art gallery or museum can leave the visitor awestruck, entranced…

Though this fall’s gathering at Salone in Italy was an abbreviated version of the…

You know how exhilarating and exhausting Design & Construction Week can be? Now double…

Fashion and design are key to Milan’s infrastructure, so when designers and manufacturers of…

Thin tile in increasingly large size slabs, metallic and brick looks, shades of blue, wallpaper and fabric inspirations, dark looks and industrial flair were all on trend at the recent Cersaie in Bologna, Italy.

Among the 35 nations represented at this year’s Coverings were many of the leading Spanish and Italian brands, as well as a strong North American presence, showcasing the world’s top products and trends. T

Digital integration has become a strong element in design planning. If your clients aren’t asking for it yet, be certain that they will soon. Get ahead of the trend by knowing what’s available and why it matters.

This past April, I was part of a group of American kitchen designers and trend watchers attending the EuroCucina Kitchen Fair in Milan, Italy. While there was some talk about it being a slightly smaller show – a reaction to the European economy woes – the exhibit presentations were as creative as ever. This month, I’d like to share some observations about the show.