January 14,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry 
The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) updates to its board of directors will be effective Jan 1.
January 13,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
In response to the devastating wildfires ravaging Southern California, Gift for Life is rallying the gift and home industry to support World Central Kitchen’s (WCK) relief efforts through a series of at-market fundraising events during the 2025 winter markets in Dallas, Atlanta, Las Vegas and New York City. Industry donations are accepted at www.giftforlife.org/donate.
January 13,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Hooker Furnishings is set to transform its showroom at the January Las Vegas Market, introducing its newly launched "Collected Living by HF" strategy. This innovative approach integrates case goods, upholstery, lighting and decor to create a cohesive, whole-home lifestyle experience.
January 13,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
WithIt, the women’s leadership development network for the home and furnishings industries, is now accepting nominations for the nonprofit’s annual WOW Awards, a ceremony recognizing women and men who have demonstrated significant impact on their companies and the home and furnishings industry.
January 9,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Pottery Barn, portfolio brand of Williams-Sonoma, Inc., the world’s largest digital-first, design-led and sustainable home retailer, announced a new collaboration with the revered home furnishings company, Kravet. The prints and patterns Kravet is known for, which were previously only available to the design trade, have been translated into an inspiring collection of tabletop, bedding, pillows, wall and window coverings, and decorative accessories.
January 7,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Heighten your furniture design career by joining the International Society of Furniture Designers® (ISFD). ISFD is an association of professional and student product designers in residential and contract furnishings, who are dedicated to advancing, improving, and supporting the profession of furniture design and its positive impact in the marketplace.
January 7,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
On the heels of its 45th anniversary, Kalco Lighting, a leading manufacturer of luxury lighting and furniture designs, is unveiling a newly renovated showroom at Dallas Market Center.