Visit The Coverings Lounge, the vibrant hub of Coverings 2026, where industry professionals come together to learn, network, and recharge. Engage with tile and stone experts, gain valuable insights from leading voices at the Trends & Solutions Stage, explore the extraordinary tiled furniture designed and installed by UNLV School of Architecture students, or take in a mindfulness session for a little zen in your day!
Each day brings exciting opportunities, from interactive discussions to lively happy hours with prize giveaways. With dynamic programming, industry-leading expertise, and countless ways to connect, The Coverings Lounge is the place to be.
Centrally located in The Coverings Lounge, the Trends & Solutions Stage will provide in-depth insights regarding the latest product trends and solutions in tile and stone. Exhibitors and industry professionals will deliver short, impactful presentations on new product innovations, business solutions and emerging trends, serving as a key platform for discovering advancements designed to propel industry progress. Several sessions will be presented in Spanish, too!
The Coverings Lounge will feature an innovative collaboration with the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) School of Architecture. Senior-level Architectural Design Studio students are designing and installing a suite of mosaic-tiled furniture that will transform part of the lounge into a cozy “old school” study grotto. The handcrafted pieces, created in a subdued earth-toned palette, will offer a welcoming visual retreat from the energy of the show floor.
This marks the third collaboration between Coverings and the UNLV School of Architecture, bringing fresh creative talent into the tile and stone industry with hands-on mentorship from members and trainers of the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA), Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF), and other industry partners. The collaboration is made possible through the generous support from:
Recharge and refocus at The Thriving Minds Series, a returning favorite at Coverings. Led by Gianna Vallefuoco—artist, NTCA Five Star contractor, and mindfulness teacher—these impactful Health & Wellness sessions offer showgoers a chance to explore the art and science of thriving.
Attendees will learn practical techniques for maintaining mental fitness in their workplaces, how to use a growth-focused mindset to lead their organizations and more.
End your day with good friends, cold drinks, and valuable giveaways from National Tile Contractor Association (NTCA) members in The Coverings Lounge. Happy hour is 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM, Monday – Wednesday, and the giveaways will start around 4:15 PM on Tuesday and Wednesday only. Must be present to win!
Make time to stop by on Monday at 4:00 PM for the Rock Stars & Coverings Champions Awards Ceremony, honoring the 12th class of Coverings Rock Stars and the 2026 Coverings Champions. Cheers!









