Life at Home: People seek security, comfort, belonging, enjoyment
Maybe you knew that Ikea’s largest franchisee, Ingka Group, annually conducts a comprehensive, global lifestyle and home survey, but this came as news to me. …
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The future of retail inside brick-and-mortar stores
Automation, artificial intelligence and other tech enhancements are definitely part of the future of retail, but FS’ retail trends report is more focused on the …
The green future of furniture components & production
Packing derived from algae. 3D printers on the manufacturing floor. Bio-based leathers on seating. Trackers that make supply chains transparent to consumers. These are some …
How to build a strong corporate culture at your design firm
A fabulous portfolio and stellar marketing might help you land that dream design job, but it won’t guarantee you retain it. We don’t discuss it …
Kravet’s purchase of Directional Tomlinson keeps its focus on quality
With its recent purchase of the Directional Tomlinson portfolio of companies, home furnishing source Kravet not only acquired a group of brands with a rich legacy …
Stephanie Lena designs new collection for Bernards
Full-line furniture resource Bernards Inc. is launching a nearly 70-piece collection during the spring High Point Market in partnership with Pinnacle Award-winning designer Stephanie Lena. …
Curated e-commerce wins over endless choice
I’ve needed a new shower curtain in my bathroom for more than a year — ever since I splashed bleach on it during a cleaning …
Can Wayfair avoid the boxes that trapped other retailers?
If I’ve learned one thing about retail, it’s that any merchant can go from hero to zero. Look back at Levitz. The chain opened its …
Fairfield hosting design challenge with a hospitality focus
Upholstery and case goods source Fairfield is hosting its third Virtual Design Challenge, a program that highlights the importance of interior designers to hospitality clients …
Exclusive brands, designer focus help Kolo Collection succeed
Greg and Michelle Martin — co-owners of Atlanta-based outdoor retailer Kolo Collection — say that the best way to meet today’s economy is with purposeful …