September 24,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Organized by China National Furniture Association & Shanghai Sinoexpo Informa Markets, the 30th edition of Furniture China (SNIEC, Sept. 10–13) and Maison Shanghai 2025 (SWEECC, Sept. 09–12) held under the theme "BEYOND NEXT," successfully concluded with a vibrant showcase of global design, innovation, and trade.
September 24,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
IKEA launches a new 12-piece collection of tableware and home objects, created in collaboration with Swedish designer Gustaf Westman. From porcelain plates and cups to candleholders and lighting, the collection offers a fresh, playful perspective on festive tradition. It is centered on the idea that you don’t need a special occasion to celebrate, inviting people to create joy and connection on their own terms.
September 24,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Howard Elliott, in partnership with the Interior Design Society (IDS) and AI for Interior Designers, announce a free educational Lunch & Learn event at the upcoming High Point Market.
September 23,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Pottery Barn, a portfolio brand of Williams-Sonoma, Inc., the world’s largest digital-first, design-led and sustainable home retailer, announced the launch of a new website for customers in the United Kingdom. For the first time, UK customers will have direct access to Pottery Barn’s signature collections of furniture, bedding, décor, and accessories—all crafted with an emphasis on quality, timeless style, and sustainability. The new Pottery Barn UK website, potterybarn.co.uk, offers customers access to a seamless shopping experience of a curated assortment tailored to meet the needs of local customers with shipping and delivery options available throughout the United Kingdom.
September 23,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Join the International Society of Furniture Designers (ISFD) for the 29th annual Pinnacle Awards to discover which of the 110 finalists from 26 categories will be crowned with this year’s highest design honors in the industry.
September 23,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Ernesta, the direct-to-consumer brand known for designer-quality, custom-sized rugs, announces the launch of its latest collection, highlighting cozy textures and refined neutrals. The new assortment, which features nine new styles, blends serene shades, tactile weaves, and elevated craftsmanship—offering a foundation of quiet luxury that transitions effortlessly through the seasons.
September 23,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
For the second year, IKEA U.S. is proud to host its ONE HOME, ONE PLANET U.S. Dialogue series at Climate Week in New York City, convening purpose-driven, ideas-led doers, thinkers, and changemakers to inspire action and spark change to create a more sustainable future.