Centennial Woodworking celebrated a major milestone on June 15 with a ceremonial groundbreaking for its new manufacturing facility and showroom in Perry Township, Michigan.

Genesis Products has launched NextRun, a kitchen-at-a-time, door-and-drawer-front program, designed to streamline sourcing and delivery for distribution partners, cabinet manufacturers, and closet dealers serving the kitchen and closet market.

The collection pays tribute to Austrian architect Margarete Schütte-Lihotzky, creator of the Frankfurt Kitchen, which is widely regarded as the prototype of the modern fitted kitchen. The Limited Edition 1926 incorporates historically inspired design elements, including a curated palette of seven NCS colors in a durable matte lacquer finish, an integrated pull-out table and a built-in folding step, all offered at no additional cost.

The Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association has announced two staff promotions.

Chuck Arnold, the vice president of Standards and Certification for the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association, is stepping down from his post after more than ten years of service to the KCMA and the cabinet industry.

The Build Dakota program provides students with a full-ride scholarship for high-demand technical careers in exchange for working in South Dakota after graduation. Through partnerships with employers and technical colleges, students are able to gain valuable education and hands-on experience while preparing for successful careers.

April cabinet sales were down compared to both the year prior, and the month prior, according to the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association's Trend of Business report. Custom was the only segment to record growth in both timeframes, with semi-custom showing declines in both, and stock sales mixed.

Cabinetworks Group announced its manufacturing plant in Sayre, Pennsylvania, was the recipient of its 2025 Plant of the Year award. The plant is led by Holly Jennings, the company's first and only female plant manager, who has been with the company for 25 years.

At $15.6 billion, the segment accounts for 21.8% of FDMC 300 sales.

While luxury closets are becoming the sanctuary of a home, homeowners are also looking to elevate even the most mundane areas with a luxury touch, creating an overall visual appeal clients desire.