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Tanja Kern

Tanja Kern

Tanja Kern is the associate publisher and editorial director of FLOOR Trends & Installation. She is also the host of the FLOORtalk podcast, where she explores the changes and challenges facing the flooring community's thought leaders and creatives. Tanja has been writing about business, design, and lifestyle for two decades, and her work has appeared in publications such as American Way, Better Homes & Gardens, Fine Interiors, Fodor's, Food Channel, CA Modern, Chicago, Fine Interiors, and Los Angeles.

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Mimi Mulugeta and Michael Barrows

Atlanta Flooring Studio Opens in Alpharetta, Georgia

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Tanja Kern
June 18, 2025
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Just when Michael Barrows thought he was ready to retire, he launched Atlanta Flooring Studio with Mimi Mulugeta—two bold career pivots, one shared flooring vision.



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Patcraft Celebrates 80th Anniversary with New Collections at NeoCon

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Tanja Kern
June 17, 2025
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Patcraft marked its 80th anniversary at NeoCon with several new collections that showcase the company's evolution from hand-crafted textiles to high-performance, machine-crafted commercial flooring. 


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FLOORtalk Q&A with Bill Griese

Flooring Sustainability Summit 2025: Defining Priorities in an Uncertain Landscape

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Tanja Kern
June 11, 2025
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The second annual Flooring Sustainability Summit expects 250 industry leaders in Washington D.C., says Bill Griese, deputy executive director Tile Council of North America. This year's focus: navigating federal policy uncertainty, standardizing "circularity" terminology, and launching design awards. The summit builds ongoing community dialogue beyond the two-day event, driving real marketplace alignment on sustainability efforts.


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House Lawmakers Introduce Tax Credit for American Hardwood Products

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Tanja Kern
June 11, 2025
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Supporters argue the legislation would reduce housing costs, boost American manufacturing, and protect domestic jobs against Chinese competition.


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Mohawk Group Debuts Chicago Showroom at Design Days 2025 with Multisensory Experience

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Tanja Kern
June 9, 2025
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Mohawk Group debuts its new showroom at Design Days 2025 while introducing an innovative approach to commercial flooring design that engages all human senses.


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Construction Resources Opens Southeast's Largest Pro Design Center in Atlanta

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Tanja Kern
June 6, 2025
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The CR Design Center Westside, located at the adaptive reuse Westside Paper development near the Atlanta Beltline, represents the culmination of the company's 55-year evolution and signals a dynamic shift in how the Home Depot-owned company approaches customer service in the building and design industry.


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LX Hausys America Positions for Ambitious 2025 Growth

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Tanja Kern
June 5, 2025
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LX Hausys America is entering 2025 with renewed confidence and an ambitious growth strategy, according to company President SK Lee, who sees significant opportunities ahead despite economic uncertainties.


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Wood Flooring Trends: Natural Finishes and Classic Patterns Make a Comeback in 2025

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Tanja Kern
June 3, 2025
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White oak demand surges as consumers embrace natural finishes and herringbone patterns. Manufacturers respond with innovative installation solutions while wood reclaims territory from vinyl alternatives—even in basements. 


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NFM's Store-Within-Store Model Expands to Kansas City

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Tanja Kern
June 2, 2025
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Why is Nebraska Furniture Mart dedicating 2,000 square feet to one carpet brand? Dave Chambers reveals how the Anso Gallery concept is changing flooring retail, Kansas City's surprising stair carpet obsession, and Shaw's unusual Memorial Day activation plan.


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The City of Chicago Gears Up for 'Chicago Design Week'

June's Dynamic Commercial Design Duo: NeoCon 2025 and Fulton Market Design Days
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Tanja Kern
June 2, 2025
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Chicago's June design calendar features two key events for flooring professionals: NeoCon's 56th edition at The Mart (June 9-11) and Fulton Market Design Days (June 10-12), offering opportunities for trendspotting, product discovery, and industry networking.


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