August 29,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly 
As part of its "Impact of Design" case study series, the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) has released an in-depth look at a unique Austin, TX home that fuses sustainability and health principles with comfort and beauty. The home is owned and designed by Laura Brit, ASID.
August 24,
2018 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Gift for Life, the gift and home industries’ charitable organization, has launched its first-ever Text-to-Give campaign in collaboration with Progressive Business Media (PBM), generating nearly $7,000 in contributions.
August 23,
2018 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Textile leader Sunbrella has partnered with home furnishings brand Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams for a new co-branded collection, debuting in stores and marketing efforts this month.
August 22,
2018 by Jane Chero in Acquisition, Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
On the heels of the recent merger between IMC and AmericasMart Atlanta, International Market Centers (IMC) has signed an agreement to acquire the Atlanta Decorative Arts Center (ADAC), a design facility that houses the Southeasts’ largest collection of residential, hospitality and commercial applications. The purchase should be completed by late September. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
August 22,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Wayfair has announced that its e-design platform, Design Services, is now available to shoppers on Wayfair.com. Available on desktop and mobile devices, Design Services connects interior designers with Wayfair customers who are looking for a convenient and affordable design solution as they shop for their homes.
August 22,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) has announced the finalists for the 2018 Apollo Awards, recognizing retail excellence in the sales and marketing of outdoor furnishings.