June 28,
2017 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry 
The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) has published five sector brief reports that explore the various influences affecting the interior design industry and the work of interior designers.
June 28,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry
Mattress industry powerhouse Serta Simmons Bedding has launched a company called Tomorrow Sleep that will sell hybrid mattresses and related sleep products through a direct-to-consumer model.
June 28,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry
San Diego-based Jerome’s Furniture has launched a private label line called Premier that is aimed at competing with upper-end retailers.
June 27,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry, Store Openings
Retailer Williams Sonoma (NYSE: WSM) has opened a 7,000-square-foot “concept store” in Seattle that combines its signature kitchen and food products with a selection of home furnishings.
June 27,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry
The Sherpa Sustainability Institute is offering a 50% discount to Sustainable Furnishings Council members who attend one or both of the sustainability workshops the group is conducting in Las Vegas two days before the opening of the Summer Market.
June 26,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Economic News, Industry
Millennials are the most likely segment of the population to spend their tax refund money on a major purchase or “splurge” of smaller purchases, according to a survey conducted by GoBankingRates.com.