February 3,
2021 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry 
For the first time ever, the High Point Market Authority has launched a virtual educational series called IdeaStreams. Given the ongoing restrictions on indoor gatherings, this monthly series will replace the Market Authority’s in-person programming for the Spring 2021 Market, scheduled for June 5-9.
February 3,
2021 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
H Contract, a supplier of upholstered seating and case goods for the senior living, commercial and higher education markets, has issued a guide that provides its contract partners with information on best practices for properly cleaning and disinfecting its wood furniture products, in response to concerns brought on by the COVD-19 pandemic. The brochure, which can be found on the company’s website, is based on an independent lab study conducted for H Contract that evaluated several cleaning products and their effect when used on wood surfaces.
February 3,
2021 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Los Angeles-based luxury custom upholstery resource Nathan Anthony Furniture has launched a new website this month with improved navigation and functionality for its trade customers.
February 3,
2021 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Spectra Home Furniture, known for their well-tailored upholstered furniture and occasional accents, is introducing Spectra Design, a program created to make it easier for interior designers to order from Spectra Home to meet their project needs.
February 3,
2021 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Greenville, S.C.-based Progress Lighting added 300+ new products in January reflecting fashion-forward, trend-oriented lighting designs that resonate with the end consumer, interior designers and home builder markets.
February 1,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Office furniture supplier Steelcase (NYSE: SCS) has earned a perfect score of 100 points on the Corporate Equality Index, issued by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, designating Steelcase as one of the “Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality” in the U.S.
February 1,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Home furnishings and décor retailer Ballard Designs has launched the Lookbook, a new 2021 online catalog showcasing its design experts' favorite decorating ideas for the coming season.