ATLANTA — During this week’s Casual Market Atlanta, Casual News Now sat down with Andmore President and Chief Operating Officer Greg Avitabile to talk business, growth and why the outdoor industry is such an important facet of its overall market strategy. CNN: Where does Casual Market Atlanta stand today? GA: It has really grown year…
As outdoor living becomes a more permanent part of how people design homes, hotels and gathering spaces, the “right fit” may matter as much as the right look. That’s one reason that special orders have been a huge part of the casual industry for the past couple of decades. Made-to-order furnishings can reduce the compromises…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — Sunset West parent company Hooker Furnishings announced a full schedule of High Point Market events created for interior design professionals. From practical tools and expert insights to fresh perspectives and meaningful conversations, the series of educational events will take place during fall High Point Market, Oct. 17-21, in the Designers Theater,…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The High Point Market Authority has announced the programming lineup for The Point at fall market, slated for Oct. 17-20. Oct. 17 9:30-11 a.m. Hot Spot ToursLed by seasoned market veterans and 2026 Style Spotters, each curated tour features two to three preselected showroom stops. Ideal for new buyers and seasoned market…
ATLANTA — The International Casual Furnishings Association celebrated some of the industry’s best and brightest at the ICFA Awards Gala, held this week at Casual Market Atlanta. This year’s ICFA Lifetime Achievement Award honorees were Terri Lee Rogers of OW Lee and Cathy Buzbee of Absco Fireplace & Patio. Rogers has been president of OW…
The casual industry celebrated some of its best and brightest at the ICFA Awards Gala. But before the awards, attendees enjoyed mixing and mingling at the chairman’s reception. We have your ticket.
The little black dress is a classic for a reason. And at Casual Market Atlanta, black finishes, materials and fabrics gave furnishings and accessories a dose of sophistication and timeless style.
ATLANTA — Sunbrella has introduced a group of new performance fabric collections, including designer collaborations and extensions of its stock upholstery program. At Casual Market Atlanta, Sunbrella launched 25 new stock additions, including solids, stripes and jacquards designed to mix and match with the full stock upholstery collection. The new SKUs will be available on…
MILLERSBURG, Ohio — Casual furnishings veteran Micke Friedrichsen has been named director of furniture sales by Berlin Gardens for its flagship brand and its subsidiary, Windward Design Group/Windward Outdoor. In this role, Friedrichsen will oversee the strategic growth, dealer relations and sales team development across both product lines, focusing on expanding retail partnerships and streamlining…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — Pamlico Sound by Soundstage’s Laguna all-weather collection with concert-quality sound engineered directly into the seating earned an ICFA Design Excellence Award for the Lounge Seating Cushion category. “Soundstage has been dedicated to solution-oriented products since its inception,” said Joseph Savovic, president and CEO of Soundstage U.S.A., LLC. “As our lifestyles have…
At this week’s Casual Market Atlanta, exhibitors will offer a spate of new product for buyers to peruse. Here’s a sampling of what you’ll find in AmericasMart showrooms. Ultraleather by Ultrafabrics’ Summit collection recently expanded with new colors such as Raw Cashew, Winter Mint, Charcoal Slate, Cadet Blue, Deep Maroon and more. Showroom: B1 7-1210…
Which trends are defining outdoor design, and what is influencing those shifts? Those questions and more will be answered by Casual News Now Editor-in-Chief Jennifer Bringle during the Trend Talk & Tour at Casual Market Atlanta. Hosted in partnership with the International Casual Furnishings Association, the event will outline major trends in outdoor design and…
Upholstery maker Zoffany has partnered with designer Michael S. Smith for a new indoor-outdoor fabric collection designed to create seamless transitions between interior and exterior spaces. Smith selected original documents from Zoffany’s archive as blueprints, introducing new palettes, patterns and textures inspired by sources ranging from French chintz to Japanese silk. The collection also includes…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The High Point Market Authority has released the schedule for Hot Spot Tours for fall market. The guided showroom tours are led by the 2026 High Point Market Style Spotters Oct. 17-19. The lineup is as follows: Oct. 179:30 a.m.Style Spotter Juliana Ewer leads a tour of John-Richard, Highland House, Gabby. Style Spotter Isabel Ladd…
CINCINNATI — The Porch Swing Co. will debut its first designer collaboration with Indiana furnishings manufacturer Old Hickory and designer Max Humphrey at High Point Market. The new Lodge Swing is handcrafted in Indiana by the team at Old Hickory, featuring a selection of Sunbrella fabrics from the Max Humphrey collection. The swing comes in…
ATLANTA — The fall edition of Casual Market Atlanta, slated for Sept. 15-18 at AmericasMart, will feature showroom updates, fresh product and a slate of events, including the International Casual Furnishings Association Gala and a trend seminar led by Casual News Now Editor-in-Chief Jennifer Bringle. This market, Couture Jardin will relocate to a larger showroom…
Jensen Outdoor is accepting applications for the marketing director role, which reports to company President Bryan Echols. Jensen Outdoor is a fast-growing brand of premium outdoor luxury furniture recognized for sustainable forestry, classic modern styling and exceptional comfort. The company seeks a design-savvy, highly collaborative and data-driven marketing director to take ownership of its brand…
From versatile seating sets to effortless umbrellas, there will be no shortage of innovative outdoor products at the upcoming Casual Market Atlanta. The second show of the year allows exhibitors to show products to buyers who didn’t go in July. Here are just a few of the highlights: Oblique Studio will debut its new Ship…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — Whole home source Adriana Hoyos Furnishings will host an educational panel during fall High Point Market titled “Living in Fashion: Where Couture Meets Curated Interiors.” The session will be held 11 a.m.-noon Oct. 17 in the Adriana Hoyos showroom. The panel features design professionals Adriana Hoyos, Stephanie Larsen, Isabel Ladd, Don…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The WithIt Scholarship Foundation has awarded 17 students with a total of $31,500 in academic funding. The winners were honored at the recent WithIt Conference in Kansas City, Missouri, and also received student WithIt memberships. Scholarship honorees, their majors and institutions include: Olga Abadi Nakach, furniture design, Savannah College of Art…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The High Point Market Authority and Esteem Media have selected the participants for the fall market Design Influencers Tour. Six design professionals and enthusiasts from across the nation will scour market showrooms for furniture, decor, and kitchen and bath products. The Design Influencers Tour team includes Cyndy Cantley of Cantley and…
In the outdoor furniture industry, safety is just as important to consumers as comfort or style. However, recent regulatory actions have put a spotlight on common design flaws in traditional patio loungers that can present potential hazards and operational risks for retailers and homeowners. The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a major recall of 70,000 chaise…
ALBION, Ind. — Three Birds Casual has launched the new Atelier modular dining collection, engineered to provide greater flexibility in creating tables suited to a range of spaces and styles. Rather than offering a single predetermined table design, Atelier separates the table into two elements: surface and foundation. Ceramic surfaces can be paired with compatible…
Yes, but who and how varies. This week, an email from the insights team at TD Cowen landed in my inbox with a subject line that stopped me in my tracks: “U.S. Consumer: The Reports of My Death Are Greatly Exaggerated.” While I love a good Mark Twain quote (er, misquote), I couldn’t help wondering…
DALLAS — Several casual furnishings brands are among the finalists selected for the ARTS Awards, presented in partnership with the Dallas Market Center and ART, the creative home furnishings network. Finalists in the outdoor living category include Azzurro Living, Summer Classics/Gabriella White, Kingsley Bate, Lloyd Flanders, Tuuci and OW Lee. They were chosen by a…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — Indoor/outdoor lighting source Regina Andrew will once again host its Fireside Chat Series during the fall High Point Market. The series will feature sessions on design, business growth and creativity. “Our Fireside Chat Series has quickly become one of the most meaningful parts of the Regina Andrew experience at High Point…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The International Textile Alliance has opened registration for the fall Interwoven Textile Fair, slated for Nov. 17-19 in High Point. Attendees will have three days to explore new product introductions, meet directly with suppliers, identify emerging color and design directions, and build relationships. Registration is complimentary for qualified buyers. “There is…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The International Society of Furniture Designers has named Michael and Hanna Manes, co-executive directors of Cohab.Space in High Point, as keynote speakers for the 30th annual Pinnacle Awards ceremony. The event will be held Oct. 19 during the fall High Point Market. The Manes will share their perspectives on creativity, craftsmanship…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — Universal Furniture has announced its educational programming for the fall High Point Market, with sessions that reflect the rapidly evolving business of design. The lineup brings together industry leaders to share perspectives, challenge conventional thinking and equip designers with ideas they can put into practice long after market concludes. The lineup…
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ATLANTA — During this week’s Casual Market Atlanta, Casual News Now sat down with Andmore President and Chief Operating Officer Greg Avitabile to talk business, growth and why the outdoor industry is such an important facet of its overall market strategy. CNN: Where does Casual Market Atlanta stand today? GA: It has really grown year…
