This engaging panel, moderated by Joanna Saltz, Editor in Chief of House Beautiful and Delish, will discuss how intelligent lighting, hidden integrations, connected appliances, AI and spa-inspired technologies are reshaping wellness within the home’s most essential spaces—the kitchen and bathroom.

Moderator: Joanna Saltz, Editorial Director – House Beautiful and Delish
Panelists: Caroline Danielson, Senior Director, Ferguson Home; Sarah Robertson, Founder & Principal, Studio Dearborn; Douglas Wright, Founder & Architect, Douglas C. Wright Architects

New materials. New styles. New expressions of timeless design.
Discover the latest SieMatic innovations: refined finishes, elevated textures, and sophisticated new designs created to bring warmth, elegance, and individuality into every kitchen space.

Join us for an immersive experience at the Dacor Kitchen Theater. Explore three dynamic stations- precision cooking, smart connectivity, advanced food preservation & wine storage – and see how cutting-edge technology elevates your designs into luxury masterpieces for your clients.

Join True + Caliber during Market Day for an insightful keynote presentation featuring attorney Wendy Estela, founder of Designed Counsel™ and a leading legal voice within the interior design industry. In this engaging discussion, Wendy will explore the importance of safeguarding your creativity, protecting your business, and building a strong legal foundation for long-term success. From contracts and client relationships to risk management and business strategy, attendees will gain valuable insight into the essential tools every designer should have in their professional arsenal. With over 25 years of experience representing designers at every level of the industry, Wendy brings practical, approachable guidance tailored specifically to creative professionals.

Wendy Estela, Attorney and Founder, Designed Counsel

This CEU course explores how kitchen environments can either create friction or support healthier daily routines. Participants will learn how workstation-centered layouts enhance efficiency, connection, and overall well-being.

Meredith Miller, Director of Sales – Northeast, The Galley

Join us to preview the new Flora collection by Vincent Van Duysen, launching Q3 2026, during a special event celebrating innovation and timeless design. We will also commemorate the 50th anniversary of the iconic Balocchi collection, a landmark Fantini design originally introduced in 1976. Guests will have the opportunity to explore the collections while celebrating five decades of design excellence and craftsmanship.

Alberto Pomello, Managing Director Fantini North America

Learn about new Gaggenau Expressive Series Details: Focus on Steam Oven Benefits with light refreshments.

Laurie Laizure, the founder of the Interior Design Community will teach interior designers how to use short-form video to grow their audience, elevate their brand, and showcase their work in a way that captures attention online. She will discuss the elements of high-performing video content across platforms like Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts; from crafting strong hooks and storytelling to capturing compelling before-and-afters, behind-the-scenes moments, design tips, project reveals, and transformations.

Laurie Laizure, the founder of the Interior Design Community

This panel explores the art and strategy behind incorporating natural stone
slabs into modern design. From selecting the right material and understanding
unique veining patterns to balancing aesthetics with durability, industry experts will share insights on how to use stone as both a functional surface and a statement piece. The discussion will cover sourcing, sustainability, fabrication techniques, and real-world applications across residential and commercial spaces—offering practical guidance and creative inspiration for designers, architects, and builders alike.

Moderator: Sarah Shelton, Senior Market Editor, LUXE Interiors + Design
Panelists: Zach Epstein, Chief Product Officer, Artistic Tile; Jamie Drake, Founder, Drake Design Associates; Phillip Thomas, Founder, Phillip Thomas Inc.; Peter Brooks, Founder, Peter Brooks Stone Works, Inc.

Join Soapbox Strategists founders Catherine Foutermann and Hope Greenberg for an interactive workshop and discussion exploring social media strategy, content creation, emerging trends, and what’s working in today’s design industry. Attendees will gain practical insights on building visibility, creating engaging content, strengthening industry relationships, and attracting ideal clients through thoughtful digital storytelling. Guests are encouraged to bring questions, share challenges, and participate in the conversation.

Presenters: Catherine Foutermann and Hope Greenberg, Co-Founders, Soapbox Strategists

This NWFA Registered CEU course explores the process of how trees become wood flooring. Architect, construction, and design professionals will become more familiar with wood and its use as a flooring material in an effort to properly specify the product for their client projects.

Leo Robitaille, Commercial Business Manager, Carlisle Wide Plank Floors

Join us for an inspiring conversation on how intentional technology is transforming luxury residential design—bringing greater ease, wellness, and beauty to the everyday rituals of home. Designer Leyden Lewis and Miele design manager Rosie Philidor will join aspire design and home editor Paul Hagen to explore how today’s most useful appliances and innovations can be seamlessly incorporated into kitchens, laundry spaces, and beyond—creating homes that feel intuitive, high-functioning, timeless, and deeply personal to every client’s style.

Moderator: Paul Hagen, Editor, aspire design and home
Panelists: Leyden Lewis, Designer; Rosie Philidor, Design Manager, Miele

Explore how grain pattern, cut, texture, and figure influence the visual and emotional impact of wood in architecture, interiors, and art. The panel will examine how the natural character of wood informs aesthetic decisions, experience within a space, and material storytelling.

Discover the history, influences, and key elements of Brazilian modernism, and explore modern Brazilian artists and designers.

Speaker: Thais Guerra, Brand Ambassador, Sossego

Celebrate our newly renovated showroom with a happy hour that’s as cool as our latest addition — the Sub‑Zero ice maker. Explore the refreshed space, enjoy signature cocktails crafted over crystal‑clear ice, and experience the elevated entertaining possibilities our appliances bring to life.