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February 3,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Following its launch in July 2025, Herman Miller expands the Pawson Drift Collection with a corner sectional, an ottoman, and a family of occasional tables. The collection is designed by renowned British architect John Pawson.
February 3,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The Winter 2026 edition of Las Vegas Market, held January 25-29, 2026, at the World Market Center Las Vegas, wrapped up on a high note, delivering impressive impact across the board. The refreshed branding and updated market experience generated palpable buzz from the start, and that energy carried throughout the entire week. With strong order writing, a notable increase in new buyers, and a renewed sense of community, the event reinforced Las Vegas Market’s position as a critical sourcing hub for the home, gift, and lifestyle industries on the West Coast.
February 3,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
On January 10, Yusra Home proudly unveiled its first Ashley showroom with a Grand Opening and Ribbon-Cutting ceremony. The 9,100 sq. ft. facility, located at Sub-city Lideta Woreda 08, House No. New, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, marks a significant addition to the local community. Distinguished guests, including His Excellency Ervin Massinga, the Ambassador of the United States to Ethiopia; Kurt Haines, Ashley’s Executive Vice President of International Sales; Mark Marais, Ashley’s Vice President for Africa and other Ashley representatives joined the Yusra Home team in celebrating this milestone.
February 3,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Skyline Investors announced today the acquisition of Buddy's Home Furnishings, the third-largest rent-to-own franchisor in the United States. The investment marks a transformative moment for the established brand, bringing Skyline’s flexible capital solutions and an engaged ownership approach to support Buddy's nationwide network of 220+ locations.
February 3,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
IKEA U.S. announced plans for a new Plan and order point with Pick-up with Pick-up located in Pleasanton, CA, which is set to open to the public in Summer 2026. This new customer meeting point brings the IKEA experience closer to more residents of the Tri-Valley metro area.
February 3,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
As trend cycles move faster than ever, consumers are stepping back from microtrends and overconsumption and returning to simpler roots to curate a home that feels nostalgic, calming and intentional over time. Graber’s 2026 Trend Update highlights three styles driving interiors this year: Modern Homestead, Midimalism and Monochrome and how window treatments are one of the easiest, highest-impact ways to bring these looks to life.
February 3,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Creators of high performance fabrics, Sunbrella continues to expand its portfolio, developing new fabrics and technologies specifically designed for use on outdoor furniture, indoor furniture, window treatments, boats, and more.