As technology and nature compete for dominance in our living spaces, Coverings' 2025 hottest tile trends reveal how this ancient building material is evolving to satisfy both impulses. From tiles that discretely house smart home technology to surfaces that mimic torn fabric and ocean waves, discover how ceramic innovation is transforming both how our spaces look and how they function at North America's largest international tile and stone exposition this April in Orlando.
Six leading flooring industry associations will host the second annual Flooring Sustainability Summit in Washington, D.C., July 16-17, 2025. The event at the Mayflower Hotel will bring together industry stakeholders to discuss sustainability challenges, circular economy initiatives, and supply chain education.
At this year's International Surfaces Event, AHF Products announced the launch of 35+ new collections across brands, emphasizing U.S. manufacturing capabilities with 12 domestic plants. The company highlights the integration of Crossville tile, expansion of unfinished hardwood offerings, and leveraging historic brands like Armstrong Flooring while successfully managing multiple go-to-market channels.
Registration opens for NeoCon, the commercial interiors industry's premier event. The 2025 lineup features keynote speakers Annie Jean-Baptiste, Alice Rawsthorn, and Shazam founder Chris Barton. The June event at Chicago's MART will explore the theme "Design Ahead," focusing on innovation and inclusive design.
Traditional commercial interior success models face disruption as remote work, technology, and changing client needs reshape the predictable patterns of the past.
Two established flooring companies, Creative Design Flooring (Scottsdale, Arizona) and Corridor Flooring Associates (Halethorpe, Maryland), have joined Starnet Worldwide Commercial Flooring Partnership, strengthening the network's presence in key markets and expanding its expertise in commercial flooring solutions.
Mohawk Industries reported fourth-quarter 2024 earnings that exceeded expectations, despite ongoing challenges in the housing market and soft residential demand.
When the New Orleans Saints tackled their Caesars Superdome locker room renovation, Pontchartrain Mechanical Co. faced a major drainage challenge in the shower facilities. The solution? Oatey's QuickDrain ProLine linear drains, which delivered the perfect blend of functionality and aesthetics for this NFL franchise's upgraded space.
IUPAT crowned its 2025 Apprentice Champion at The International Surface Event, where four apprentices competed to showcase their skills in the annual competition.
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