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Art Van Grand Set for Mall Store

By Aggregated Content in Furniture Retailing on January 14, 2011 from http://c.moreover.com/click/here.pl?z3935377403&z=1250249032 Art Van Furniture, Warren, Mich., will host a Jan. 22 grand opening at the furniture retailer's first mall location in Auburn Hills.

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Retail Sales Rise in December

By Aggregated Content in economic news on January 14, 2011 from http://c.moreover.com/click/here.pl?z3936380143&z=1250249029 Retail sales rose for a sixth consecutive month in December, helped by big gains in sales of autos and furniture.

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Phillips Collection Teams with Karla d'Lara

By Home Furnishings Business in Accessories on January 14, 2011 The Phillips Collection has partnered with Mexican artist Karla d'Lara for a collection of sculptures, tables and accessories.

The collection will be shown at the upcoming Las Vegas Market.

d'Lara began studiying photography as a teenager during summer trips, and it became her passion. After taking advanced courses and accumulating experience, d'Lara traveled throughout Europe, Asia and the Americas snapping images of different cultures.

The artist pulls her ideas together with the help of craftsmen in workshops in Tonala, Jalisco, well-known for its artists and authors.

Wildwood, Frederick Cooper Sign Licensing Deal

By Home Furnishings Business in Accessories on January 14, 2011 Wildwood Lamps and Frederick Cooper have formed a partnership under which Wildwood will manufacture and market the Frederick Cooper line of high-end lighting.

Under the licensing agreement, Wildwood will distribute the Frederick Cooper product line from their Rocky Mount, N. C., factory. Customer service, sales and marketing will also be based out of this facility.

€œWe are excited about the license agreement with Frederick Cooper and feel that this brand is a great complement,€ said Russ Barnes, vice president of Wildwood Lamps. €œWe look forward to sharing Frederick Cooper€™s designs with our large audience of retailers, designers and hospitality and corporate consumers who have come to expect only the best designers and brands under the Wildwood umbrella."

Prior to the April High Point Market, the Frederick Cooper showroom will be relocated to a space adjacent to the Wildwood space in the 200 N. Hamilton building.

€œI believe that this partnership is a great fit. We have a shared view on the need to maintain high quality standards and great value for the luxury customer,€ said Christopher Mumford, CEO of Frederick Cooper. €œThe top 300 best-selling Frederick Cooper lamps will continue to be marketed under the Frederick Cooper brand.€

City of Hope to Honor Earl Kluft

By Home Furnishings Business in Community/Charitable Support on January 14, 2011

Earl Kluft, owner of mattress manufacturer Kluft & Co., will receive City of Hope's Lifetime Achievement Award.

Kluft will be honored for his philanthropic contributions and business accomplishments at the 20th annual West Coast Golf and Tennis Tournament benefiting City of Hope, one of the nation's leading cancer research and treatment centers. Hosted by City of Hope's National Home Furnishings Industry, the tournament and reception will take place at Coto de Caza Golf and Racquet Club on Monday, June 6.

Founded in 1946 by Kluft's grandfather, the company later became the nation's largest Spring Air licensee. Kluft began as a sewing room employee at the age of 14 and quickly moved up the ranks. In 1991, he purchased all family shares and became chief executive officer in 1986. By 1987, he created the first luxury mattress valued at $2,000 and the Spring Air Four Seasons Mattress in 1993. In 1996, he founded Chattam & Wells and raised the bar further in the luxury bedding market.

In 2004, Kluft purchased Aireloom Mattress, a brand with high-profile clients such as Frank Sinatra and President Ronald Reagan. Shortly after, Kluft created the Kluft brand and has successfully established this brand in the competitive landscape as the most luxurious brand in America with the highest price points. His business philosophy lies in his passion for perfection and a strong work ethic.

"It's an honor to be recognized by an organization that is paving the future for cancer research," said Kluft. "There are too many people we know who have battled this deadly disease, which is why we must support City of Hope€™s efforts to quickly turn promising scientific discoveries into new treatments for patients."

"Earl stands with City of Hope in the fight against cancer," said Shannon Sullivan, director of development, City of Hope. "His support along with the furnishings industry will enable researchers to fast track promising, new therapies for a future without cancer."

In its 20-year history, the West Coast Golf and Tennis Tournament and dinner has raised more than $5 million for City of Hope.

To register for the tournament and purchase tickets for dinner, click here, or contact Sullivan by e-mail.

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