July 5,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Designer Weekly, Industry, Special Events 
The Sustainable Furnishings Council has extended the deadline for its interior design competition, #GetYourGreenOn, until July 31.
July 3,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Economic News, Industry
While the growth rate for existing home sales slowed in 2016, unit sales approached levels attained prior to the Great Recession, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau and the National Association of Realtors.
July 3,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Economic News, Industry
Factory orders for residential furniture rose 7% in April, marking the eighth time in nine months that orders were ahead of the same month in the prior year, according to the latest survey from the accounting and consulting firm Smith Leonard.
July 3,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Furniture Retailing, Industry, Store Openings
The RoomPlace has expanded its footprint in Indianapolis with the opening of a 70,000-square-foot store and 100,000-square-foot distribution center on the East Side of the city.
July 3,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Customer Service, Industry
Ready-to-assemble furniture producer Homestar has recalled about 1,470 of its Stockholm three-drawer TV chests because they pose a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard for children if they are not anchored to a wall.
June 30,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry
Mattress major Simmons has launched a national advertising campaign for its flagship Beautyrest brand that positions the brand as the “ultimate equipment” for a good night’s sleep.
June 30,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Economic News, Industry
High-end manufacturer Theodore Alexander has named Jackie Paulsen to the newly created post of chief marketing officer.