Calendar of interior design trade events for May, 2012

Long Beach Furniture & Accessory Market Long Beach, CA May 6 - 7, 2012
KEM markets welcome buyers from throughout the furniture industry. This is the perfect vehicle for your one stop buying. You will see new sources as well as your old favorites exhibiting furniture, bedding, lighting and decorative accessories all under one roof. Held at the Long Beach Convention Center.
For more details, send email to: info@kemexpo.com, visit: http://www.kemexpo.com, or call (305) 792-9990

Lightfair International 2012 Las Vegas, NV May 7 - 11, 2012
As the world’s largest annual architectural and commercial lighting trade show and conference, LIGHTFAIR® INTERNATIONAL blends continuing education courses with innovative products ranging from high-end design to cutting-edge technology. Pre-conference dates with the Lightfair Institute May 7 and 8, trade show and conference dates May 9 - 11, 2012.
For more details, send email to: info@lightfair.com, visit: http://www.lightfair.com/, or call (404) 220-2132

Alternative Building Materials & Design Expo Santa Monica, CA May 11 - 12, 2012
Held at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, the 9th Annual Expo will feature carefully selected exhibitors who represent the best of Green Building & Design Materials, Energy Efficiency, Alternative Energy, Water Conservation Products, and more. The expo will feature continuing education and professional development programs, hands on demonstrations, free consultations, and programs for the public.
For more details, send email to: platia@earthlink.net, visit: http://www.altbuildexpo.com/, or call (310) 390-2930

Hospitality Design Expo + Conference 2012 Las Vegas, NV May 15 - 17, 2012
At the Sands Expo and Convention Center. HD Expo 2012 is your resource for new products and services and most importantly your connection with the hospitality design community. Come connect and get inspired! HD Expo features a show floor with more than 900 exhibitors covering an array of hospitality products and services. Information-packed, idea-generating conference sessions focusing 100% on hospitality design give attendees the latest and most pertinent issues facing our industry. With more networking events than ever before, HD Expo 2012 is a must-attend event!
For more details, send email to: HDExpo@xpressreg.net, visit: http://www.hdexpo.com/, or call (508) 743-8502

AIA 2012 National Convention and Design Exposition Washington, DC May 17 - 19, 2012
The American Institute of Architects convenes its annual Convention and Design Exposition in Washington, D.C., featuring a wide array of workshops, education sessions, tours, business events, and networking events. Come ready to learn and leave with a wealth of new knowledge, skills, and resources to refresh your passion and practice. Expose yourself to the most up-to-date approaches and the critical information required to carry your career into tomorrow.
For more details, send email to: convention@aia.org, visit: http://convention.aia.org/, or call (202) 626-7300

Minneapolis Home Building & Remodeling Expo Minneapolis, MN May 18 - 20, 2012
Conveniently located at the Minneapolis Convention Center, this comprehensive home show brings together homeowners and many knowledgeable and experienced remodeling and building experts. With hundreds of exhibitors, plan to be exposed to the thousands of new ideas, including the latest in cabinetry and countertops, flooring, sunrooms and additions, decking, basement finishing, waterproofing, smart home automation, energy efficient windows and exterior products as well as the newest ideas pertaining to landscape installations.
For more details, send email to: info@homeshowcenter.com, visit: http://www.homeshowcenter.com/Visitors/HomeShow.aspx?show=minneapolishomeshow2, or call (800) 374-6463

International Contemporary Furniture Fair New York, NY May 19 - 22, 2012
The International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) will transform New York's Jacob K. Javits Convention Center into the international design community's destination of choice. The event will cover more than 145,000 square feet of exhibition space, teeming with more than 25,000 interior designers, architects, retailers, facility managers, wholesalers, store design professionals, hotel and restaurant designers, manufacturers, distributors and developers. Some 500+ exhibitors will be on display. Trade dates May 19-21, Trade and general public May 22, 2012.
For more details, send email to: info@icff.com, visit: http://www.icff.com/, or call (800) 272-SHOW

SURTEX 2012 New York, NY May 20 - 22, 2012
At the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. Now in its 26th year, SURTEX attracts 6,000 buyers/manufacturers from 49 countries to buy or license the newest designs from approximately 1,000 trend-setting artists, featuring wall coverings, decorative accessories, bed linens, stationery, giftware, tabletop and so much more. Artists, agents and licensors connect with manufacturers and retailers to create the next best-selling products in every category imaginable. The 2012 conference program will feature sessions presented by top industry pros in the areas of art licensing, licensee /licensor relationships, legal considerations and strategies, e-tailing, e-communications and social media, as well as a look at future business trends affecting the art & design industry.
For more details, send email to: customerrelations@glmshows.com, visit: http://www.surtex.com/, or call (800) 272-SHOW

Fort Lauderdale Home Design & Remodeling Show Fort Lauderdale, FL May 25 - 28, 2012
Held at the Broward County Convention Center, the Home Design & Remodeling Show features fine home furniture, accessories, interior design, kitchen and bath design items, appliances, home theaters, home improvements, pools and spas, patios, landscaping, and an array of products and services for the interior and exterior of the home. Designer Vignettes are a popular feature at each Home Design & Remodeling Show. These original room settings, created by award winning interior designers, demonstrate a mixture of sophisticated style, modern design trends, and the benefits of working with professionals.
For more details, send email to: info@homeshows.net, visit: http://www.homeshows.net/, or call (305) 667-9299

Design Calendar - May, 2012