January 22,
2014 by in Designer Weekly 
The BuildDirect Blog has selected six interior designers who have defined New York style.
January 22,
2014 by in Designer Weekly
A new year brings with it a wealth of new trends and new colors in home décor. Here's a look at some of the hottest color combinations around.
January 22,
2014 by in Furniture Retailing, Industry
Houston-based Gallery Furniture is in the process of refunding $600,000 to customers who bought more than $5,000 in furniture during NFL conference championships.
January 16,
2014 by in Advertising, Bedroom, Industry, Product
Bed retailer Charles P. Rogers kicked off its advertising campaign in Harper's magazine in 1904 with a column-width ad featuring one of its beds. Today, the company's advertising remains in print and continues to feature its beds.
January 16,
2014 by in Furniture Retailing, Industry, Retail Closing
The bad news continues at J.C. Penney. The ailing retailer announced Wednesday that it was cutting 2,000 jobs and closing 33 "underperforming" stores in an effort to rein in expenses.
January 15,
2014 by in Designer Weekly
Huanghuali wood furniture has long had its fans. Collectors have prized its color, its scent and its distinctive grain—not to mention the simple elegance of the designs crafted by Chinese artisans.
January 15,
2014 by in Designer Weekly
The beginning of a new year is the perfect time for redecorating and sprucing things up. Trends abound for the new year. Here's one take on what's ahead.