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2011 by in UnCategorized 
By Aggregated Content in Furniture Retailing on March 18, 2011
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Ashley Furniture Inc. has made good on all furniture purchases made by customers at the Wichita Falls, Texas Ashley HomeStore here before its abrupt closing last November, the
Wichita Falls Times Record News reported.
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March 17,
2011 by in UnCategorized
By Home Furnishings Business in Mattresses on March 18, 2011
De Courcy & Co.'s Hevea Grove Collection of natural latex mattresses makes its debut at High Point Furniture Market, April 2-7.
Atlanta-based de Courcy & Co. will exhibit in the Platinum Building at 330 S. Wrenn Street, just a few steps away from the Green Street entrance to International Home Furnishings Center.
The Platinum Building is the new home of Platinum Decor, a stylish American modern home furnishings and accessories company owned by Mickal Adler.
"This is a great opportunity for our two young, innovative companies to join forces and display our products in the same space," said Marc de Courcy, owner and CEO of de Courcy & Co.
With the Hevea Grove Collection, de Courcy & Co. has developed a simple yet unique line of mattresses.
"We use beautiful natural materials, such as latex and soy-based foam and natural fabrics, such as cotton, Belgian linen, silk, and bamboo," de Courcy said. "We combine our European roots and latex expertise with American comfort. The result is an attractive, well-tailored product, exuding personality and warm sophistication."
Marc de Courcy and Mickal Adler will host several events during the show, ranging from New Orleans Jazz Soirees to Belgian Beer and Cheese parties on Sunday and Monday evening (April 3-4), 5-7 p.m.
March 17,
2011 by in UnCategorized
By Home Furnishings Business in High Point on March 18, 2011
Home furnishings vendor LPK International will return to High Point Furniture Market, showing in C&D-6N.
Northbrook, Ill.-based LPK will introduce four new collections including casual dining, home office, occasional tables, decor storage, entertainment, and space saving, multi-function furniture.
The April 2-7 show is LPK's first High Point showing since fall of 2008.
"We have been working hard behind the scenes to grow our team and innovate our design process, all while offering above and beyond service to our current partners," said President and Owner Peter Kroll. "We are confident now is the time to share our improved strengths with the entire industry and introduce four new dynamite collections."
In 2010, LPK added a new vice president of development and in-house design director, and expanded its design internship program. The company also expanded its quality assurance and sourcing team in China and Southeast Asia.
LPK will host an array of events at Market. First, the company seeks feedback on its team of design interns' final group project, The "Next" Best Seller, through the All Industry Insight Forum taking place April 2-7, 2011 all day long. Participants can enter a drawing to win an Apple gift card in return for their insight to the designers of Generation "Next."
In addition, LPK will be a stop on the WithIt, Women's Leadership Development Network, Celebration & Learning Circuit Sunday, April 3, 5:30-6:15 p.m. LPK also will host "Sweets on Six" for complimentary sweets all day long, every day of the show.
March 17,
2011 by in UnCategorized
By Home Furnishings Business in High Point on March 18, 2011
Reclaimed teak furniture vendor Groovystuff will host two experts in refined rustic lifestyles for a lunch seminar during High Point Furniture Market next month.
Designer Allen Halcomb of luxury rustic home builder MossCreek and Montana outdoorsman, artist and home furnishings licensor Dick Idol will share their outlook for the design needs of today's luxury mountain homeowners and vision for refined rustic living on Sunday, April 3, noon-1 p.m., in Groovystuff's showroom on the ground floor of the Suites at Market Square, space 1028. The event targets interior designers serving luxury, mountain, lake and rustic resort communities.
Halcomb will share the modern architectural trends preferred by MossCreek's high end clientele and the opportunity they present to interior designers serving or wanting to serve this market. The company's projects range throughout the United States, as well as South America, Europe and Russia. The most frequently-asked question following the completion of their luxury homes, says Halcomb, is, "How can I make the inside of our home look as stunning as the outside?"
To help him answer this question, Halcomb has solicited the cooperative efforts of the Dick Idol Brand partners.
"The Dick Idol brand of home furnishings allows for diversity in home decor, yet the synchronization between the brand partners makes it all look seamless," says Halcomb. The Dick Idol Brand Partners include unique furniture and home decor constructed of reclaimed teak from Groovystuff, furniture from Shadow Mountain, area rugs from Surya, bedding and tabletop textiles from Silverado Home, as well lighting, accessories, wall decor, and accent furniture from Crestview Collection.
Idol and Halcomb both will be available to answer questions at the conclusion of the luncheon. To RSVP, e-mail or call 214.956.0536.
March 17,
2011 by in UnCategorized
By Home Furnishings Business in Internet on March 18, 2011
Braided-texture area rugs and accessories vendor Colonial Mills Inc. has launched a completely redesigned Web site.
Pawtucket, R.I.-based CMI's marketing team of Lynne Minchello, director of marketing, and Meredith Thayer, product and design manager, began the process of rebranding CMI last summer with the goal of showing customers that the company is resurfacing from the recession with a rejuvenated look that will allow customers to feel the texture and appreciate the construction that cmi has to offer in their braided-texture area rugs and accessories.
That goal was achieved through the new catalog, launched Feb. 1, and the new Web site, launched late last month. The website incorporates simple navigation throughout the site and inviting colors that make the site pleasing to view.
"We categorized the 'Browse By' function into eight different categories to make it easy for the retailer or consumer to quickly find the rug that fits their decor," Minchello said, allowing search by Modern Rugs, Outdoor Rugs, Juvenile Rugs, Traditional Rugs, Yarns/Fabrics, Colors and Eco-friendly Rugs.
The new Web site also offers CMI's assortment of accessory baskets, chair pads and stair treads for viewing and ordering. With hundreds of colors and patterns to choose from there is an accessory to coordinate with any rug or be ordered on its own as a functional accessory piece. Other features on the site include Decorating Tips, a Factory Tour, Rug Care, Custom Design Steps, Tradeshow Information and more.
For ease of use, the CMI catalog is categorized into four collections of rugs. The Web site also follows this format, with the additional search options listed above.
CMI is currently implementing Phase 2 of the Web site, which will encompass a wide-range of options for customers/retailers to utilize. Accessing account information, placing orders and making payments are just a few of the options on the way.
Minchello adds, "We're excited to launch the next phase," Michello said. "CMI has always provided top-notch customer service, delivery times and information to our retailers, and this new site brings 'top-notch' to an even higher level."
CMI also encourages retailers and consumers to stay connected with them and what's going on in the industry and home furnishings markets on Twitter (@CMI-rugs) and Facebook.