According to the show organizers, exhibitor space is nearly booked to capacity, and the “Call for Papers” for seminar session speakers and presenters triggered a wealth of responses, including from many high-powered names in design and business. Additionally, they report that the Web site, www.coverings.com, has been fielding a record number of inquiries about pre-registration and attendance that usually don’t reach such volume this far in advance of the show.
“It’s clear that Coverings 2007 is going to be historic,” said Tamara Christian, show director and president of National Trade Productions, which manages the show. “What we’re hearing from so many of the exhibitors is that no matter where Coverings is held, they want in, because nothing compares; it’s the ultimate for tile and stone. The choice of Chicago will likely draw more attendees than ever before, many being fresh faces from the Midwest representing the design world and the distribution and retail end of the business.”