Each year, Goodwill Ontario Great Lakes receives millions of pounds of donations. Many of those items will be resold in the organization’s stores in Canada, but for the items that cannot be sold, the nonprofit wanted to find a way to ensure those items don’t end up in landfills or incinerators. “We’ve always been focused…
DETROIT — Indoor and outdoor lighting specialist Regina Andrew Detroit has grown its ambassador program with the addition of two longtime partners — Raleigh, North Carolina-based designer Caroline Stevenson and Austin, Texas-based designer Christina Cruz. Ambassadors function as an extension of the Regina Andrew brand, creating a shared platform of storytelling, inspiration and growth. Stevenson is…
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Tempo Leisure has promoted Tyler Mims to vice president of specialty brands, a newly created role. In the new position, Mims will lead the company’s Tempo Patio and Velarium brands. Mims will oversee strategic direction, product development and marketing across the retail and commercial channels for both brands. Mims joined Tempo in…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The International Casual Furnishings Association has announced the category finalists for the 2026 Design Excellence Awards. The selected products and companies are as follows: Chaise Lounge: Barlow Tyrie – Harmony Club Chaise Complementary Casual Products – Accents: Tuuci – Pouffe Collection Complementary Casual Products – Furnishings: Summer Classics – Ridge Coffee Table Dining/Bar Chair – Summer Classics – Aspen…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The High Point Market Authority announced the second keynote series event for the fall High Point Market, “Best in Design: Live at High Point Market.” Presented in partnership with Loloi, the interactive event will feature four designers competing for a $10,000 grand prize. Design celebrities Jeremiah Brent, Amber Lewis and Jean…
Sunbrella and United Fabrics have introduced a new collection in their ongoing collaboration, dubbed Farmer’s Market. The line is now available to designers and the trade. Inspired by the color, texture and charm of a summer farmers market, the collection features four patterns — Grove, Market Stripe, Summer Plaid and Kudos — blending classic stripes,…
Larry Wu, CEO of the global online B2B supply chain solutions provider Gigacloud Technology, is a fountain of knowledge on omnichannel retail. Despite the growing importance of omnichannel in a retailer’s strategy, every retailer is at a different stage. Some have already invested heavily in inventory or warehouse space while others are newer to the…
National retail sales climbed again for the 10th consecutive month in July, according to the National Retail Federation, but furniture was among four categories that saw month-over-month sales declines. According to this week’s data from the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, total retail sales — excluding automobile and gasoline — rose 0.32% seasonally adjusted month over month…
LAS VEGAS — Andmore reported a preliminary increase of 7% year-over-year for buying accounts across all categories at the recent summer edition of the Las Vegas Market. The market credited an expanded lineup of new and renewed showrooms, as well as the new First Finds temporary exhibitors area, in part for the gains. Las Vegas…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The High Point Market Authority announced that multiplatinum recording artist Andy Grammer will headline this fall’s Center Stage concert on Oct. 18. Grammer has had multiple hits over the years, including five-time platinum single “Honey, I’m Good”; the two-time platinum singles “Keep Your Head Up,” “Fresh Eyes,” and “Don’t Give Up…
Bye-bye, boring umbrellas! At the recent Casual Market Atlanta, both furnishings makers and shade specialists offered a range of sun-blocking solutions that bring a healthy dose of style and functionality to any outdoor space. One of the biggest trends in shade over the past couple of seasons has been vintage-inspired, embellished umbrellas. That trend solidified…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — WithIt will once again offer a virtual streaming ticket option for their annual professional conference, slated for Aug. 13-14. “WithIt’s mission to provide educational opportunities to women in the home furnishings industry is able to reach a broader audience through virtual programs,” said Amy Van Dorp, executive director of WithIt. “We…
Some of the most successful companies are the quiet ones that work diligently, focus on their people and create meaningful value for their retail partners. Three Birds Casual has always been a company that exemplifies this, and it continues to move up in the world. Recently, the company opened a new cushion facility right next…
BURLINGTON, N.C. — Sunbrella, a longtime sponsor of the Wyndham Championship, is partnering with PGA golfer Ben Kohles for the 2026 tournament, taking place Aug. 6-9 at Sedgefield Country Club in Greensboro, North Carolina. Raised in Cary, North Carolina, Ben Kohles has built an accomplished professional golf career marked by consistency, resilience and success on…
ATLANTA — Casual Market Atlanta demonstrated the continued value of a dedicated outdoor furnishings marketplace, drawing strong attendance and buying organizations to AmericasMart Atlanta July 21-23, according to its sponsors, Andmore and the International Casual Furnishings Association. The standalone Summer Casual Market brought together qualified buyers and leading outdoor living suppliers for three days of…
DALLAS — Dallas Market Center and ART, the creative home furnishings network, have announced the committee and nominating panel for the 37th ARTS Awards, the international awards program dedicated to the home industry. Winners will be celebrated at the ARTS Awards gala on Jan. 8, 2027, during the run of Total Home & Gift Market (Jan.…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The International Casual Furnishings Association has announced the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award honorees, Terri Lee Rogers of OW Lee and Cathy Buzbee of Absco Fireplace & Patio. Rogers has served as president of OW Lee — the casual furnishings company founded by her grandfather, Oddist W. Lee —f or nearly two…
As part of its annual U.S. Houzz Outdoor Trends Study, the AI-powered software platform surveyed 1,000-plus U.S. Houzz users who completed an outdoor or home exterior upgrade in the past 12 months, were currently working on one, or planned to begin one in the next six months. Its results reveal how design choices are creating…
ATLANTA — Heading into the July edition of Casual Market Atlanta, many in the industry weren’t sure what to expect. The show shifted a week later because of the FIFA World Cup games held in Atlanta, setting it apart from the summer Atlanta Market, which was held in June. But throughout AmericasMart showrooms, manufacturers reported…
NAPLES, Fla. — LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort has launched its “Après Sea” experience, featuring furnishings from Draper James by Polywood. The immersive experience weaves together the furnishings collection with coastal hospitality through food, beverage and wellness experiences. “At LaPlaya, we believe that lasting memories are built in moments of genuine connection,” said Marina Serret, area director…
LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Design Center and the California Central/Nevada Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers announced the winners of the annual ANDYZ Awards during Las Vegas Market. Eleven design professionals and one student were honored for their exceptional designs. “Each year, the ANDYZ Awards highlight remarkable achievements in design and…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The High Point Market Authority has opened registration for the fall iteration of High Point Market, slated for Oct. 17-21. “High Point Market is a critical touch-point for our industry and early registration sets your team’s preparation in motion,” said Tammy Covington, HPMA president and CEO. “The fall market is poised…
LAS VEGAS — Several outdoor companies are among the Market Snapshot People’s Choice Awards finalists for the upcoming Las Vegas Market, slated for July 26-30. Public voting is now open for the awards, which honor the most compelling products showcased in the summer Market Snapshot program. Drawn from permanent showrooms and temporary exhibits, the finalists…
This week’s Casual Market Atlanta is giving attendees plenty to peruse with a wide range of new product introductions and programs. Here, we give you a sampling of some of the new and noteworthy. At its first market under new ownership, Skyline Design brought several new intros, including this teak and aluminum small-scale bistro set.…
ATLANTA — At this week’s Casual Market Atlanta, Lloyd Flanders launched a new 13-collection offering created to address a market the line previously had not served. Lloyd Flanders’ Lifestyles is a container-direct program aimed at the medium price point. The line offers pricing such as sofas for $1,599 and dining sets for $2,999, considerably less…
ATLANTA — With the Trump Administration dropping yet another tariff threat — this time against Canada — just a day before the start of Casual Market Atlanta, outdoor manufacturers hailing from the nation were taking a wait-and-see approach. “There’s really nothing you can do other than just wait and see what actually happens,” said Philippe…
While plenty of business gets done at Casual Market Atlanta, the outdoor industry always makes time for a little fun, too. We take you to the parties and events from this week’s market.
Manufacturers are eager to show their new introductions at the upcoming Casual Market. Here is a sampling of products you can see at the show next week. The Vestavia Deep Seating collection by Agio combines luxurious comfort with sustainable design. Made entirely with Resysta, a proprietary, eco-friendly material, Vestavia offers the look and feel of…
LAS VEGAS — Armen Living will bring a new modular outdoor kitchen collection to the Las Vegas Market, July 24-29. The Solara modular kitchen collection is made of kiln-dried eucalyptus wood in a natural finish with a durable Superstone top in Dune Beige. The line includes an island storage unit with an umbrella hole and…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The International Textile Alliance has named the first class of Textile Hall of Fame inductees. The hall of fame honors those whose leadership, innovation, achievement and service have made a lasting impact on the textile industry. This year’s inductees are: The inductees will be formally celebrated during a special Textile Hall…
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Each year, Goodwill Ontario Great Lakes receives millions of pounds of donations. Many of those items will be resold in the organization’s stores in Canada, but for the items that cannot be sold, the nonprofit wanted to find a way to ensure those items don’t end up in landfills or incinerators. “We’ve always been focused…
