We all know that today’s outdoor rooms are a far cry from the patios of yesteryear. With luxurious furnishings, fully equipped outdoor kitchens, sparkling pools and all the finishing touches that make a space a room, exterior design projects pack just as much style and functionality as their indoor counterparts. For our Best in Casual…
ATLANTA — The summer 2025 edition of the Atlanta Market magazine is now available in print and online, delivering an early look at the resources and programming ahead at Atlanta Market, July 15-21, and Casual Market Atlanta, July 15-17, at AmericasMart Atlanta. Spanning more than 250 pages, the semiannual publication features trend forecasts for strategic…
ATLANTA — The Farm Mechanic Furniture & Structures will launch its first line of outdoor furniture at Casual Market Atlanta in July. The collection touts a sculptural look made from sustainable materials such as FSC-certified and thermally modified wood, which is engineered for easy assembly, durability and minimal environmental impact. The Farm Mechanic’s outdoor collection…
LOS ANGELES — More than 440 home furnishings industry professionals helped raise nearly $900,000 for City of Hope during the annual West Coast Golf, Tennis and Pickleball Tournament. Held on June 9 in Coto de Caza, California, the event honored Harold Hudson, vice president of business development at Summer Classics and Gabby, as well as…
It can be easy to get discouraged by news about possible tariffs or talk of a looming recession, but speaking with others in the casual industry, it appears there is opportunity around every corner. Susan Kiley, co-owner of Bay Breeze Patio in Miramar Beach, Florida, says she sees a lot of opportunities for U.S. manufacturers…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — Entries are now being accepted for the 2025 Design Excellence Awards, the premier design recognition for home furnishings and accessories produced for outdoor living. The competition is open to all companies exhibiting at the 2025 Casual Market Atlanta, as well as outdoor fabric suppliers, who are not required to be exhibitors.…
July is quickly approaching, and with it comes two major markets for the outdoor industry — Casual Market Atlanta, July 15-17, and the Las Vegas Market, July 27-31. Casual News Now will publish product previews for each show in the week prior to the event. To submit new or trending casual products, email Alex Milstein…
BURLINGTON, N.C. — Shade solution company Trivantage is now offering Infinity Canopy components. The slide-on wire canopies allow for quick adjustments as consumers’ needs and tastes change. “These corrosion-resistant components are made to match, resulting in a polished, professional-looking finished product that will serve your customers well for years to come,” said Keith Purves, business…
The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association is calling on industry members to support the bipartisan Energy Choice Act introduced in the U.S. House (H.R. 3699) and Senate (S. 1945). The federal bill would prohibit state and local governments from banning energy services based on the type or source of energy — such as natural gas,…
Over the past week, the tariff situation in the United States has shifted pretty dramatically. First, the United States Court of International Trade ruled that Trump overstepped his authority by citing the International Emergency Economic Powers Act on April 2 to impose reciprocal tariffs on imports from most countries. But just as everyone relying on…
The outdoor industry has had a few tough years, but savvy casual retailers have found creative and strategic ways to not only survive, but also thrive. Gasper Home & Garden in Richboro, Pennsylvania, is an example, as the company’s outdoor furniture sales were up 22.1% year over year last year, according to Eli Hymer, general…
ATLANTA — Global e-commerce company Group Bayport has launched a new online venture focused on outdoor furnishings called PatioHQ. The site offers a curated selection of patio furniture, shade products and more, along with a custom cushion program for consumers to use with existing furnishings. Cushions are made in America and delivered within 14 days. …
LAS VEGAS — Andmore has announced three celebrity interior designers and television personalities who will bring design trends to life through vignettes, social content and events as part of the (A) List at the upcoming summer Las Vegas Market. The summer 2025 Las Vegas Market ( A ) List influencers are: Anne-Marie Barton Barton brings a…
Heading into the 2025 outdoor selling season, which typically peaks between March and Memorial Day, casual retailers weren’t sure what to expect. While 2024 ended with inflation finally beginning to abate and optimism that the economy would improve, the threat of tariffs hung in the air as President Donald Trump took the oath of office…
SYRACUSE, Ind. — As part of its 35th anniversary celebration, recycled plastic furniture maker Polywood is introducing a new premium lumber product called Polywood Select. Polywood Select features two proprietary advancements: Microcell technology provides enhanced resistance to moisture over the company’s Heritage lumber. And the GenuineGrain finish offers a highly detailed texture enhanced with TrueTone…
While housing and rental markets have been on the decline, consumers are interested in improving their current homes, including their outdoor spaces. That’s according to the Summer Home & Outdoor Trends 2025 report from consumer review and information site Yelp. Yelp’s data revealed a significant surge in home improvement project requests in 2024 over the…
At this week’s Interwoven textile fair in High Point, the talk seemed to focus on two major “T” words: tariffs and texture. While the latter gave marketgoers a healthy dose of tactile style, the former had some expressing fears, others capitalizing on opportunity, and the show itself seeming a bit slower than usual. “People aren’t…
“We are committed to fulfilling orders quickly and reliably to meet the interest in textural fabrics and novelty yarns. This new shift in Burlington will help us meet demand, continue to maintain our in-stock rate and be a reliable partner to our customers,” said Joseph Davis, president of Glen Raven Material Solutions Group. Sunbrella has…
ALBION, Ind. – Three Birds Casual announced its 2026 product introductions, several of which will officially debut at Casual Market Atlanta. New introductions include extensions of Three Birds’ modern SoHo and Tribeca collections. The SoHo collection now features a series of narrow counter-height tables, constructed from aluminum frames with Grade-A teak tabletops. Designed for porches, balconies and other compact spaces, these tables offer…
At the International Textile Alliance’s Interwoven upholstery market in High Point, fabric makers expanded their offerings for outdoor spaces with on-trend colors, patterns and textures. Here, we give you a sample of some of the collections we saw. Sunbrella’s collaboration with Los Angeles-based Block Shop brings a bold approach to patterns with the Hollyhock collection,…
Earlier this week, the Trump administration struck a trade deal with China following two days of talks between the countries. That agreement would drastically roll back tariffs on each country’s goods by 115% for 90 days, dropping the new duty on imports from China from 145% to 30% and those imported to China from the…
American Fire Glass was started in 2005 out of CEO Matt Doll’s garage. But 20 years later, the company has evolved and grown to a point where the brand name no longer represented the company’s services. That’s why the business recently rebranded to American Fire Products, a name that aligns with the flame guards, firepit…
Long before the Trump administration’s tariffs had companies scrambling for alternatives to production in China, upholstery maker Z-Wovens had its eye on Vietnam. The company — which is owned by Zhongwang Holding Group, one of China’s largest manufacturers — produces woven residential performance textiles under the Z-Wovens brand, as well as solution-dyed acrylic and solution-dyed…
ATLANTA — Following the International Casual Furnishings Association announcement that it will shift its awards gala to the September Casual Market Atlanta, AmericasMart Atlanta has announced its full slate of at-market events for the summer edition of the show, running July 15-17 at AmericasMart Atlanta. Each day offers events designed to engage, educate and entertain marketgoers.…
Trade show manager Andmore announced this week that it will offer new programs to help support home furnishings and decor businesses during the economic uncertainty brought on by the Trump administration’s tariffs. Earlier this week, Trump announced a 90-day reprieve for tariffs on goods imported from China, dropping from 145% to 30%. Andmore said it…
HUDSON, N.C. — Performance fabric maker Outdura, a division of Austria-based Sattler Group, has named Nico Doerflinger as CEO of Sattler Americas Inc. Doerflinger began his tenure with Sattler more than 15 years ago as a textile chemist in production. He then moved into European sales, overseeing the company’s technical industrial textiles and camping textiles…
As businesses look to cut costs in uncertain times, AI can be a useful tool for home furnishings retailers and manufacturers, especially when it comes to online product imagery. That’s why advertising agency R&A Marketing has partnered with visual merchandising technology company Pyxd to streamline the online product merchandising process with an AI-powered product photography…
NEW YORK — Performance fabric and alternative leather maker Ultrafabrics has added 10 new color options to its Tottori collection. Tottori’s new colors draw inspiration from the natural serenity of Japandi design, a fusion of Japanese and Scandinavian aesthetics that emphasizes simplicity, functionality and a deep connection to nature. The new colors are: Amber Gold,…
ATLANTA — The summer edition of Atlanta Market, held concurrently with Casual Market Atlanta, will offer visitors a spate of new and updated showrooms throughout AmericasMart. Umbrella maker Woodline Shade Solutions will make its Atlanta debut this summer, and outdoor companies Les Jardins and Jackson Pottery will have relocated or expanded showrooms. Additional new and…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — During the recent High Point Market, Summer Classics once again hosted its Putt for Hope event to raise funds for City of Hope. Summer Classics Vice President Harold Hudson launched the event — which invites players to donate $20 to City of Hope for a chance to win prizes in a…
We all know that today’s outdoor rooms are a far cry from the patios of yesteryear. With luxurious furnishings, fully equipped outdoor kitchens, sparkling pools and all the finishing touches that make a space a room, exterior design projects pack just as much style and functionality as their indoor counterparts. For our Best in Casual…
