September 24,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Wesley Allen, leader in handcrafted designer iron furniture Made in the USA, is hosting two charity events in support of The Common Thread for the Cure Foundation, which aims to ”Unite the Design & Furnishings industry in the Battle Against Breast Cancer.”
September 24,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Piccalio, the design-forward brand redefining kids' spaces, announced the launch of a refreshed brand identity that reflects its evolution from a beloved wooden toy company to a leading voice in children's furniture.
September 24,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Fusion Designs, a leader in solid wood, domestically produced case goods, is reimagining its occasional category with the launch of three new contemporary collections that challenge perceptions of what solid wood, Amish furniture can be.
September 24,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Organized by China National Furniture Association & Shanghai Sinoexpo Informa Markets, the 30th edition of Furniture China (SNIEC, Sept. 10–13) and Maison Shanghai 2025 (SWEECC, Sept. 09–12) held under the theme "BEYOND NEXT," successfully concluded with a vibrant showcase of global design, innovation, and trade.
September 24,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
IKEA launches a new 12-piece collection of tableware and home objects, created in collaboration with Swedish designer Gustaf Westman. From porcelain plates and cups to candleholders and lighting, the collection offers a fresh, playful perspective on festive tradition. It is centered on the idea that you don’t need a special occasion to celebrate, inviting people to create joy and connection on their own terms.
September 24,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Howard Elliott, in partnership with the Interior Design Society (IDS) and AI for Interior Designers, announce a free educational Lunch & Learn event at the upcoming High Point Market.
September 23,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Pottery Barn, a portfolio brand of Williams-Sonoma, Inc., the world’s largest digital-first, design-led and sustainable home retailer, announced the launch of a new website for customers in the United Kingdom. For the first time, UK customers will have direct access to Pottery Barn’s signature collections of furniture, bedding, décor, and accessories—all crafted with an emphasis on quality, timeless style, and sustainability. The new Pottery Barn UK website, potterybarn.co.uk, offers customers access to a seamless shopping experience of a curated assortment tailored to meet the needs of local customers with shipping and delivery options available throughout the United Kingdom.