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From Home Furnishing Business
August 15,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry 
Winners of the “Best New Product” Awards were announced at NY NOW’s summer market this week, recognizing the outstanding product offerings from exhibitors. Hundreds of exhibitors entered the awards with one winner chosen from each of the ten sections within the home, lifestyle, and handmade collections displayed in the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center.
August 15,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Luxury performance textiles and accessories company Perennials Fabrics, has announced the debut of Perennials by Morris & Co., a new collection of solution-dyed acrylic fabrics featuring designs from William Morris, one of the most influential figures of the British Arts and Crafts Movement. Morri’s original company was founded in Britain in 1861 and became known for exquisite patterns and wood block prints.
August 15,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Twenty-two students from eleven schools in six different states were awarded an all-expense paid trip to the WithIt annual professional conference held in Charleston, S.C. earlier this summer, thanks to a $20,000 grant from AHFA’s Furniture Foundation.
August 15,
2018 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Economic News, Industry
The National Retail Federation has upgraded its retail sales forecast for 2018 and said sales are now expected to grow more than previously predicted.
August 15,
2018 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Executive Changes, Industry
Retailer RH (NYSE:RH) has appointed Ryno Blignaut as president, CFO and administrative officer, replacing Karen Boone who is stepping down after a transition period to spend more time with her family.
August 14,
2018 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry, Store Openings
On the heels of reports of Mattress Firm’s possible bankruptcy filing, online mattress retailer Casper has announced its plans to open 200 stores over the next three years, reports the Chicago Tribune.
August 13,
2018 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Engagement technology company PERQ has released new analysis of consumer call-to-action (CTA) data with key findings for websites of brick and mortar businesses who sell or lease high-consideration, big ticket items, mainly in the automotive, home furnishing and apartment leasing industries.