BURLINGTON, N.C. — Trivantage has been named a finalist in Window Fashion Vision’s Reader’s Choice Awards. The shade, marine and furnishings fabric maker, which is part of parent company Glen Raven, was nominated in the categories for Best Workroom Supplies & Tools and Best Decorative Fabric. The awards are a peer-driven program honoring the brands,…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — Home furnishings women’s leadership development network WithIt will host a panel discussion for women in design during the upcoming Dallas Market. Titled, “Owning Your Worth: A Powerful Conversation for Women in Design,” the discussion will be held Jan. 9, 12:30-1:30 p.m., in Dallas Market Center’s Textile Salon, IHDC, 2F215. Moderated by…
Industry veteran Bryan Echols is taking on the role of president of Jensen Outdoor, following the retirement of Eric Parsons, who remains with the company as chairman and strategic adviser. “It’s really an honor. And I think that one of the things that is important to me is recognizing all the work that was done…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — California-based full-line home furnishings company Armen Living has acquired North Carolina outdoor manufacturer Uwharrie Chair Co. Uwharrie Chair will operate as a separate brand from Armen Living, with its own distinct website. All existing staff, including Uwharrie Chair owner Erica Lloyd, will stay on with the company. “We are excited to…
This year has not been an easy one for the casual industry. In fact, the past few years have had their share of challenges, which brought about the phrase “survive to 2025.” Then, once we made it to 2025, it was “survive to 2026.” And now, finally, the industry may get a reprieve in 2026. …
As 2025 draws to a close, many in the home furnishings industry are looking ahead to 2026 and the trends that will shape design going forward. Full-line home brand Moe’s recently offered a look at what’s next with its 2026 Design Forecast, and outdoor played a major role. According to the report, 42% of survey…
NEW YORK — Trend forecaster Future Snoops has launched a new AI tool called Muse that is designed to assist the design community. The Muse AI tool offers unified access with one login and all features in one place, as well as guided prompting that asks clarifying questions for sharper outcomes. Muse gives users a…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — WithIt, the women’s leadership development network for the home furnishings industry, will host its annual Wow Awards on Jan. 25 during Las Vegas Market. Themed the “Age of Aquarius,” the awards gala recognizes business leaders and emerging professionals who have demonstrated significant impact through their work, experience and contributions to their industry.…
This time of year, we hear a lot about trends for the coming seasons, from top colors to major design shifts. Nate Fox, lead designer at Southern California-based landscape design firm Foxterra Design, and founder and CEO Justin Fox gave us insight on some of the top trends for outdoor spaces in 2026. Social seating…
BURLINGTON, N.C. — Shade, marine and furnishings fabric maker Trivantage has introduced a new shade sail fabric by PolyFab USA called Xtra. Xtra delivers sun protection of up to 99% UV-ray blockage, which earned it the approval of the Melanoma International Foundation. Manufactured with premium-quality, heat-set materials, Xtra fabric boasts a light weight — just…
While the recent announcement of Pantone’s Color of the Year, Cloud Dancer, garnered mixed reactions, the folks at Sunbrella see the shade as a versatile player in home decor. Cloud Dancer is described by Pantone as “a lofty white that serves as a symbol of calming influence in a society rediscovering the value of quiet…
While the casual industry has had a rough couple of years, industry leaders told Casual News Now that they are optimistic for 2026 and see many opportunities ahead. “2025 had many challenges,” said Eli Hymer, department manager, buyer and designer at Gasper’s Home & Garden in Richboro, Pennsylvania. “It started off early in the year…
Just over a year ago, global e-commerce and manufacturing firm Group Bayport acquired NorthCape, and many wondered what that would mean for the Chicago-based casual furnishings company. And according to NorthCape cofounder and President Tom Murray, that acquisition has positioned the company to grow and diversify in a way that wasn’t feasible in the past.…
DOVER, Del. — B2B commerce platform WizCommerce will host a webinar for market exhibitors designed to help them drive buyer engagement and sales at trade shows. The session, “The Market Insider: Declassified Market Intel,” will be hosted by Cheryl Dobbins Hege, WizCommerce senior director of marketing and engagement, at 1 p.m. Dec. 18. The session…
For many years, outdoor furnishings manufacturer Agio had one major client focus — retailers. From independent patio shops to mass merchants to e-tailers, the brand built its business around producing product to sell to consumers in stores. But as the retail landscape continued to change and become more challenging in the post-Covid era, Agio felt…
Outdoor rugs help complete an outdoor room, yet they are often treated as an afterthought in exterior design. Lynne Meredith is on a mission to change that with Outalux, a line of custom outdoor rugs and pillows designed in-house at her studio in Atlanta. Meredith began on the design side with a custom indoor rug…
FRISCO, Texas — Casual furnishings retailer Sunnyland Outdoor Living recently hosted a new community service event born of a conversation at last year’s International Casual Furnishings Association’s Elevate Conference. The event — the Slice of Hope Pie Auction — benefited Independence Gardens, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering children through hands-on nutrition and gardening programs. Sunnyland…
On the heels of its expansion into the rug category, Brown Jordan also has added lighting to its outdoor offerings. The company introduced a new line of solar-powered lanterns that were previewed to buyers at the recent High Point Market. The cordless lanterns come in two models — Terra and Sora. Terra lanterns feature a…
The Pook outdoor grill and baking device was honored with a Henry van de Velde Award, which recognized Flemish designers, companies, products, projects, services and systems that, through the smart use of design, have a positive impact on society, the environment and the economy. Designed by Belgian furniture designer Jeff Rutten and named for the…
LOS ANGELES — Outdoor structure maker Sunjoy has set its sights on a major expansion in the European market over the next year, kicking off with the official launch of its dedicated U.K. website. The company, which produces a range of outdoor structures such as its signature Kingston Gazebo series, already operates a rapidly expanding…
Each spring and fall, attendees at the Interwoven textile fair, presented in High Point by the International Textile Alliance, get a first look at color and pattern trends that will shape the home in the coming seasons. This week’s edition of the show was no exception. Here, we give you a look at some of…
At this week’s Interwoven textile fair, held in High Point by the International Textile Alliance, performance fabric continued to be a draw, and many companies appealed to buyers weary of tariff instability. Mills with domestic capability such as Kings Mountain, North Carolina-based STI, which produces Revolution Performance Fabrics, have seen an uptick in business from…
NEW YORK — Ultraleather, the residential line from Ultrafabrics, is bringing new outdoor collections to the Interwoven textile fair, Nov. 18-20, in High Point. Highlights include a preview of forthcoming colorways for Summit — giving attendees a first look ahead of their official launch — and Brisa Ellora, introduced earlier this year. Rounding out the…
ARLINGTON, Va. — The 2026 HPBExpo, presented by the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association, will feature more than 300 exhibiting brands with both indoor and outdoor displays in New Orleans, March 18-21. Attendees will see the latest in grills, outdoor kitchens, hearth appliances, patio heaters, fuel technology and backyard living products. The Outdoor Burn will…
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. — Home textiles brand Wildwood Landing has partnered with television personality Brooke Burke to promote their new microfiber collection during the winter 2026 market season. The new collection includes an assortment of dish cloths, customizable bar towels, hand towels, pool towels and beach blankets. Each piece is made with premium microfiber using 80%…
NEW YORK — Meridian Furniture will make its return to the Las Vegas Market in January after signing a lease for a 5,000-square-foot showroom on the first floor of Building B at World Market Center. The new showroom will feature a series of vignettes highlighting products from all of Meridian’s whole-home categories, including outdoor. The…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The International Textile Alliance has established the Textile Hall of Fame, a recognition program created to honor the individuals and organizations whose vision, leadership and innovation have shaped the textile industry. The Textile Hall of Fame will celebrate the pioneers, leaders and creative forces whose enduring contributions have advanced textiles as…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — On the heels of its Sunbrella Interiors launch at High Point Market, the company will introduce more than 100 SKUs and 22 new patterns at the upcoming Interwoven textile fair, Nov. 18-20. Among those introductions are 45 SKUs across eight patterns in the company’s collaboration with Sien + Co. “We’re excited…
Brown Jordan has long been a staple in the outdoor furnishings industry, and now it has added rugs to complete its lineup. The introduction came from seeing how designers and clients increasingly wanted a seamless visual flow between furniture, flooring and architecture. Brown Jordan’s team recognized the opportunity to extend its design language beneath the…
NEW YORK — Agio Hospitality brought new designs to the Boutique Design New York show, Nov. 9-10 at the Javits Center here. Agio launched its hospitality division last year, and since then, the company has made a major push into that marketplace. “At Agio Hospitality, we bring the feeling of vacation to every environment —…
BURLINGTON, N.C. — Trivantage has been named a finalist in Window Fashion Vision’s Reader’s Choice Awards. The shade, marine and furnishings fabric maker, which is part of parent company Glen Raven, was nominated in the categories for Best Workroom Supplies & Tools and Best Decorative Fabric. The awards are a peer-driven program honoring the brands,…
