In an industry where retailers are closing their doors left and right, Kittle’s Furniture is continuing to succeed by investing in its people and brand. The retailer added the outdoor category to two of its four stores this year, and it’s in the process of building its fifth store in Noblesville, Indiana, which will open…
Exterior heating and grill maker Napoleon has introduced three new products designed to extend the outdoor season. The company has launched the Phantom Freestand Electric Heater, the Timberwolf Smokeless Fire Pit and the Galaxy Outdoor Fireplace. “The backyard is no longer just for the summer,” said Garry Scott, vice president of marketing at Napoleon. “It’s…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The High Point Market Authority has named this season’s interior design influencers who will take over its official Instagram page, @highpointmarket, Oct. 25-29. The Instagram page will highlight diverse perspectives from the world’s largest home furnishings trade show, showcasing fall market exhibitor showroom visits, product reviews, educational programming and social events. Two “takeovers”…
PEMBROKE, N.H. — Soake Pools, a New England-based plunge pool manufacturer, will be introducing a new in-house tile collection and showcasing its portfolio of plunge pools during the fall High Point Market, Oct. 25-29, in the Suites at Market Square, Booth G-3020. The company will launch its new Check + Stripe tile collection — including checkerboard…
Italian lighting brand Lodes steps into the outdoor category with its new exterior illumination collection, Lodes Outdoor. The line includes high-performance decorative lighting designed to create a fluid transition between indoor and outdoor in both residential and hospitality environments. “Our approach to outdoor lighting is innovative and unconventional, offering solutions that are both functional and…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — Samson Marketing has appointed Brad Miller as vice president of international sales, representing Baker McGuire, Universal Furniture and Legacy Classic | Modern worldwide. Miller offers more than 27 years of experience in the furniture industry and a career marked by a strong global perspective and international leadership. His global outlook began…
BALDWIN PARK, Calif. — Treasure Garden, a leading manufacturer of outdoor shade products, has launched a completely redesigned website and a brand-new interactive Design Studio. These significant updates offer dealers and their customers a more intuitive and engaging experience, simplifying the process of creating the ideal outdoor shade solution. “We didn’t just update; we revolutionized…
BURLINGTON, N.C. — Sunbrella is launching Sunbrella Interiors, a new sub-brand dedicated to elevating the design, comfort and durability of fabrics and products for interior spaces. Debuting at High Point Market this month, Sunbrella Interiors offers fabrics created specifically for the home, weaving performance with textures and lasting style. The portfolio features plush chenilles, refined bouclés and other…
VANCOUVER, Canada — Last week, Moe’s Home Collection brought a select group of interior designers and customers to its headquarters here to preview new introductions for 2026 at its HQ Market. Among the intros, visitors saw a range of new pieces for the outdoors. “Outdoor is smaller for us, but it is growing,” said Maura…
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Laurie Bell has debuted a new website to complement the recent introduction of the Palm Beach Collection, an assortment of luxury performance fabrics and trims inspired by the storied locale. Under the creative direction of founder Laurie Jenkins, a seasoned textile engineer and designer, the new website expresses Jenkins’ tagline of “Modern…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — Century Furniture will continue its “Cocktails and Conversations” series during fall High Point Market. “These evening conversations are the perfect way to end a day at market,” said Comer Wear, vice president of marketing, Century Furniture. “We continue to believe that education and connection are the underpinnings for our industry to…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — News Now Media Group is once again hosting its market kickoff party celebrating the arrival of the fall High Point Market. The all-industry event will be 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, at the American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame building at 311 S. Hamilton St. downtown. It is sponsored by Bread…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The High Point Market Authority and Esteem Media announce this season’s participants for the Design Influencers Tour, taking place during fall market. HPMA and Esteem Media have selected 10 design professionals from across the U.S. to spotlight standout home furnishings products at High Point Market. The following influencers will curate their recommendations…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The NeuroDesign Academy will offer a full day of educational seminars during the upcoming High Point Market. Presented in partnership with Andmore, the NeuroDesign Academy’s Emotional Design Series: Emotional Design, the Power of NeuroDesign to Nurture Mind, Body and Soul will be held 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 24 at the Suites…
The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association announced that registration and housing are officially open for HPBExpo26, to be held in New Orleans, March 18-21, 2026. This year’s event is designed to help retailers stay ahead of the curve with hundreds of manufacturers and suppliers, the latest technologies and new products in the grill, heating and outdoor accessory…
Before John Pinion — the ICFA Sales Representative of the Year and the newly appointed director of sales for Lloyd Flanders — joined the casual industry, he was a criminal defense attorney. But he didn’t love it, so he pivoted to the world of sales reps and was able to work with his father, who…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The International Society of Furniture Designers has named the 110 finalists from 26 categories for the Pinnacle Awards. In the outdoor furniture category, Bernhardt Furniture’s Andros outdoor collection and its Madura outdoor sofa are finalists, with the Madura also ranking in the biophilic design in wood category. Designer John Caldwell also…
LEXINGTON, N.C. — The Common Thread for the Cure Foundation, a nonprofit whose mission is to unite the design and furnishings industry in the fight against breast cancer, is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a silent auction. The event will raise awareness and funds to support grants given by the foundation to individuals in the…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — WithIt, the women’s leadership development network for the home and furnishings industry, announced its expert panel for its fall Education Breakfast presented by Myriad Software on Oct. 26 during High Point Market. The nonprofit’s educational and networking event will be moderated by Laura Aldrich, president of Consumer Products at BrandJourney, and…
The ongoing economic turmoil from President Donald Trump’s import tariffs and less-than-optimal weather patterns during the spring and early summer continued to have an impact on Casual Market Atlanta, which was held this past week at AmericasMart. Traffic at the fall edition of the show was noticeably down, with many owing that drop to the…
Market certainly means business, but the casual industry also loves to have fun. We have your ticket to all the parties and happenings at last week’s Casual Market Atlanta. This year’s ICFA Lifetime Achievement Award honorees, Harold Hudson of Summer Classics and Doug Sanicola of Outdoor Elegance, enjoy a moment at market. Jennifer Parrick of…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The High Point Market Authority announces its lineup of Hot Spot Tours for fall market, scheduled for the first three days of the trade show, beginning Saturday, Oct. 25. Each guided showroom tour will be led by a home furnishings industry professional, including five of the High Point Market 2025 Style Spotters and…
Generous lounge seating that beckons relaxation took center stage in showrooms throughout Casual Market Atlanta. Here, we share a few of these spacious seats. Tuuci’s Lulu day lounge makes a stylish statement with embellished curtains, plush cushions and built-in lighting that illuminates the interior canopy. The Lulu even earned an ICFA Design Excellence Award in…
With the fall Casual Market well underway, manufacturers and retailers alike are preparing for the 2026 season with optimism. However, the uncertainty of the economy leaves questions about how next season will look. In a continued series of interviews with industry executives, Mark Bottemiller, vice president of sales for Homecrest, walks us through the state…
Buyers had plenty to see at this week’s fall edition of Casual Market Atlanta. Here, we give you a taste of some of the new and noteworthy things on display in AmericasMart showrooms. Gensun’s first reticulated foam collection, Cruz, makes cushions unnecessary with a comfy sit thanks to interior cushioning. Tuuci expands its furniture offerings…
The International Casual Furnishings Association celebrated industry excellence in grand fashion at its annual awards gala, held on the field at Mercedes-Benz Stadium during Casual Market Atlanta. Emceed by television star Carson Kresley, the event honored people, products and companies in the casual industry across a number of categories. Here are the winners: Lifetime Achievement…
CINCINNATI, Ohio — Easy Way Products, a designer and manufacturer of high-performance outdoor cushions, furniture covers and accessories, has acquired Casual Cushion Corp., a well-established provider of high-quality outdoor cushions and soft accessories. This strategic acquisition expands Easy Way’s market share, while also enhancing the company’s ability to serve retailers and brands with expanded design…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — Adriana Hoyos Furnishings will present The Evolution of Luxury, an exclusive designer panel in the company’s showroom, located at 117 N. Hamilton St., during High Point Market, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25. The panel brings together six influential voices in the design industry — Adriana Hoyos, Anne-Marie Barton, Jessica Davis, Nikki Levy, Laura Umansky and…
BURLINGTON, N.C. — United Fabrics and Sunbrella have launched the third collection in their collaboration, Cape Cod, which features 20 seaside-inspired colorways across four new patterns highlighting the lush gardens, wild beaches and the colorful, charming architecture for which the coastal New England region is known. Filled with quaint patterns in peaceful colorways, the Cape…
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The High Point Market Authority has announced the deadline for online registration for the fall market. Attendees must register before Oct. 10 (or by Sept. 26 for international guests) to receive their fall market passes by mail in advance of its next home furnishings trade event, Oct. 25-29. “The best way to…
In an industry where retailers are closing their doors left and right, Kittle’s Furniture is continuing to succeed by investing in its people and brand. The retailer added the outdoor category to two of its four stores this year, and it’s in the process of building its fifth store in Noblesville, Indiana, which will open…
