August 19,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
The International Society of Furniture Designers (ISFD) will mark the 30th anniversary of its prestigious Pinnacle Awards® with an evening designed to bring the furniture industry together in celebration. Set during the Fall High Point Market, the 30th Annual Pinnacle Awards® Gala will be held on Monday, Oct. 19, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the IHFC 11th Floor Club Level Ballroom. Designers, manufacturers, retailers, industry veterans, students, and friends of ISFD are welcome to enjoy an evening of networking, cocktails, and an exciting presentation of awards to this year’s most outstanding furniture designs. The celebration also gives back with a portion of ticket proceeds supporting the ISFD Foundation Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships to talented student designers nationwide. Seating is limited, and tickets are available now on the Pinnacle Awards® Gala website.
August 19,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Global luxury brand Adriana Hoyos announces the launch of Privé, a new, premium product category debuting with 26 upholstery, case, and accent styles at the upcoming High Point Market, October 17–21.
August 19,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Celebrating its successful 10-year collaboration with designer Jamie Merida, industry leader Chelsea House is debuting a new collection featuring the acclaimed designer at the Fall High Point Market. The new collection, The Jamie Merida Edit, reflects the evolution of a partnership rooted in craftsmanship and a shared appreciation for timeless design.
August 19,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
BrandJourney, a consumer products licensing and brand management agency specializing in home and lifestyle has welcomed Zooey Deschanel Home to its client roster, marking the next step in bringing Deschanel’s distinctive design point of view into the home marketplace.
August 19,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
The Half Pipe Lamp—a simple, purposeful design born from a collaboration between the nonprofit SOUP and SCADpro, SCAD’s innovation design studio.