October 20,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Following the launch of the IKEA second-hand marketplace in Germany on Oct 14 Mercedes Gutierrez, global head of the Second-hand Business Platform at Ingka Group (IKEA), reflects on what IKEA has learnt, and why new and second-hand can sit side by side.
October 20,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The American Home Furnishings Alliance (AHFA) announces the next National Furniture Safety Week will be October 4-9, 2027.
October 20,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Hudson Valley Lighting Group unveils interior designer and founder of Kate Marker Interiors, Kate Marker as Mitzi’s, a Hudson Valley Lighting Group brand, newest Tastemaker. The partnership brings Marker’s signature approach of warm, layered, and livable interiors into the world of lighting through timeless silhouettes, natural materials, tactile textures, and thoughtful details designed to bring character and ease to every room.
October 20,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Lulu and Georgia, the leading interior design destination known for curating high-quality home decor, announces the opening of its flagship showroom in Los Angeles. Conceived to feel like a home rather than a traditional retail space, the showroom invites visitors into a fully immersive environment, designed to spark inspiration, introduce customers to limited-edition collections, and offer personalized direction from Lulu and Georgia's expert on-site team.
October 20,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Pooky Lighting presents new and noteworthy introductions including this Fall’s standout pattern trend, a holiday gift that’s bringing warmth to bookshelves, the mirror trick designers swear by, and a major collaboration landing in November.