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April 14,
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By Home Furnishings Business in on April 15, 2013
Home furnishings giant Ikea has kicked off the outdoor furniture selling season with a fun advertisement.
The segment shows a family overhauling their back yard with Ikea products, but they run into resistance from an army of garden gnomes.
The Palace of Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra and the Heritage Singers play a cover of Motley Crue's "Time For Change" in the background as the family designs the yard for fun entertaining and enjoyment.
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April 14,
2013 by in UnCategorized
By Home Furnishings Business in Furniture Retailing on April 15, 2013
Gormans Home Furnishings & Interior Design will host the only Michigan stop of the cross-country Thayer Coggin Trunk Show tour.
Gorman's will feature the tour at its Southfield contemporary furniture showroom May 2-8.
The national tour showcases internationally acclaimed designer Milo Baughmans mid-century, modern era furniture designs. Dozens of Baughmans most noted pieces created exclusively for Thayer Coggin Furniture, will serve as the centerpiece of the tour.
Southfield was one of only 21 cities in the country selected to host a stop on this elite tour. Its a perfect choice and an honor for Gormans to host, said Tom Lias, president and COO of Gormans. Metro Detroiters have a sophisticated appreciation for contemporary furniture and its history. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Baughman is often regarded as one of the leading contemporary furniture designers of the late twentieth century. His collection spanned decades, closing with the iconic wood-tipped Studio MB, Baughmans last design before his death in 2003.
Baughmans close friendship with Thayer Coggin allowed them to collaborate on groundbreaking designs that remain cornerstones in American-made, contemporary furniture.
Thayer Coggin designs are often known to appreciate in value as they age. Designs that were sold twenty-five years ago are actually selling for more money than what you would buy new pieces for today," Lias said. "Good design has benefits.
The tour will include the first piece of furniture designed by Coggin and Baughman in 1953, the Scoop, a lipstick red chair with polished stainless-steel legs.
"In celebration of our 60th anniversary, we are taking these design classics to furniture showrooms across the country. It's a furniture trunk show, so to speak, we just deliver it with a transfer truck," said Thayer Coggin President Royale Coggin Wiggin. "Milo Baughman and Thayer Coggin worked together to define a classical era of modern furniture in America. This road show will highlight the history of our company and spotlight our commitment to excellence and craftsmanship in making American contemporary furniture."
A cocktail reception event will be held 6-8 p.m., Thursday, May 2; and will feature special guest speaker Phil Miller, director of sales and marketing for Thayer Coggin Furniture. He will discuss the friendship and partnership between Coggin and Baughman.
April 14,
2013 by in UnCategorized
By Home Furnishings Business in Bedding on April 15, 2013
Bedding supplier Tempur-Pedic (NYSE: TPX) has partnered with HGTV to feature a range of sleep products in the first-ever HGTV Smart Home.
The HGTV Smart Home will showcases the latest products in home technology, coupled with eco-friendly features. Built by HGTV in the community of Paradise Key South Beach in Jacksonville Beach, Fla., the high-tech home will be awarded to a consumer June 13 as part of an HGTV Smart Home Giveaway.
The HGTV Smart Home focuses on both increased energy efficiency and smart home technology. Smart home technology is used to connect many of the home's appliances and devices, allowing the occupants to monitor energy use and to control home systems such as security, interior climate, lighting and other electronics.
"Participation in the HGTV Smart Home aligns perfectly with our never-ending commitment to create sleep innovations that tap into the needs of today's consumers," said Rick Anderson, president of Tempur-Pedic North America. "Our premium-quality mattresses, bed bases and pillows, which are used throughout the Smart Home, bring truly luxurious and customized sleep to an entirely new level."
Among the Tempur-Pedic products featured in the HGTV Smart Home is the Tempur-Ergo Premier adjustable bed base, offering head lift, leg lift, three massage zones per sleeper and multiple pre-programmed massage options. The base includes a Wi-Fi module, and users can download a Tempur-Ergo System Premier app enabling them to operate the movable bed base and all massage features via a variety of wireless-enabled Apple or Android devices. The base is paired with a Tempur-Cloud Supreme Breeze mattress with Tempur-Breeze technology that draws moisture away from the body and dissipates excess heat for a cool, comfortable night's sleep. Several additional Tempur-Pedic products are also featured.
"The features and functionality of this home are like nothing we've ever offered in HGTV home giveaways, and set the standard for creative spaces and ways that consumers can use emerging technology to improve their homes," said Jack Thomasson, HGTV house planner.
April 14,
2013 by in UnCategorized
By Home Furnishings Business in Rugs on April 15, 2013
Capel Rugs and blogger and textile designer Coco, founder of the
Cococozy design blog, have teamed for a line of licensed rugs being introduced at High Point Market.
Coco has translated her unique graphic design aesthetic into rug collections that are colorful and comfortable, with a fresh California twist.
"I am beyond thrilled to be partnering with a prestige brand like Capel to introduce the first Cococozy rug collection," said Coco. "I have always wanted to design rugs because they are such an important part of decorating. This rug collection is filled with a selection of designs that are modern, stylish and accessible."
Executed in a 100 percent wool, hand-knotted Indo Tibetan weave, the Cococozy for Capel Rugs line showcases the designers signature patterns and textures in a variety of lively colors, including pink, navy and peacock blue. Each of the five collections--24 rugs in all--can be mixed and matched, with themes ranging from the bold to the demure.
"Capel's designer partnerships continue to set new standards, and we worked closely with Coco to create a line that brings the allure of her fresh style to our customers in a remarkable hand-knotted product that has a soft, plush feel," said Allen Robertson, vice president of sales for Capel. "The quality and design of Cococozy for Capel Rugs are exceptional. With five collections and 24 rugs to choose from, our customers can experience a unique taste of California-cool, simply by shopping at Capel."
With approximately 5 million page views per year, and more than 80,000 daily followers on social networks such as Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest, Cococozy has become a popular voice for design lovers. Readers include everyday decor enthusiasts as well as celebrities, such as pop star Katy Perry and interior design guru Jonathan Adler.
In 2011, Coco created a luxury line of textiles under the Cococozy brand. The collection features pillows, throws, bedding and drapery, all made in the United States. and designed by Coco. Recently, the line was expanded to include an assortment of accessories such as soy candles and tabletop items.
In January 2013, Cococozy was awarded the Best New Product Award at the New York International Gift Fair.
At Market, Capel Rugs will host Cocktails with Coco, in the company's showroom, 112 Market Square, on Monday, April 22 at 4 p.m.
April 14,
2013 by in UnCategorized
By Home Furnishings Business in Recliners on April 15, 2013
Norwegian seating specialist Fjords by Hjellegjerde will showcase a new family of recliners at the upcoming High Point Market.
The recliners, Motionconcept, features a new design platform for the company with a centralized reclining mechanism with tilt and gliding functions. The company said the mechanism allows for "broad freedom of design and optimal comfort."
Created by designers Jarle Slyngstad and Svein Asbjornsen of sapDesign in Norway, the company said the Motionconcept marks a "significant step forward in recliner design."
Slynstad and Asbjornsen will be on on had for the market in the Fjords who room located at 220 Elm, suite 314.
The company has posted a video sneak peek of the
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April 14,
2013 by in UnCategorized
By Home Furnishings Business in High Point on April 15, 2013
The Made in America Pavilion is adding 44 new exhibitors for the upcoming High Point Furniture Market.
Those include including a 7,000-square-foot presentation of companies from the Authentic Home Furnishings Association. The Made in America Pavilion showcases a total of 66 exhibitors in 40,000 square feet. The association will hold an Open House Reception on Tuesday, April 23, 5-8:30 p.m.
We are thrilled with the success we have seen in the Made in America Pavilion, which has continued to grow as consumer demand for domestically-produced products has grown, said Julie Messner, vice president of leasing for International Market Centers, which operates the Suites at Market Square.
The Made in America Pavilion, once again located on the first (top) floor of the Suites at Market Square, showcases a diverse mix of domestically produced product, including case goods, upholstery, rugs, wall art, decorative accessories and more.
The diversity of product styles is what is really amazing, said Messner. Made in America no longer means one distinct style. There are options for every style and region of the world.
Click here for more information about the Made in America Pavilion and links to exhibiting company Web sites.
April 14,
2013 by in UnCategorized
By Home Furnishings Business in Casual Furniture on April 15, 2013
The International Casual Furnishings Association Board of Directors adopted new mission and vision statements at its recent Board meeting in Tucson.
The associations new mission is to support and promote the growth of the outdoor and casual furnishings industry through professional education, networking and business development.
The vision statement is: The International Casual Furnishings Association is the global leader in promoting business development and partnerships in the outdoor and casual furnishings industry.
ICFAs 2013 Chairman, Ward Usmar of TUUCI, said, Since the ICFA expanded its membership base to embrace all segments of the casual industry in 2008, we felt it was time to better define who we are and what we do through new vision and mission statements.