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February 21,
2018 by Jane Chero in Designer Weekly, Industry, Special Events 
Wayfair has announced its fourth annual Tastemaker Awards to celebrate excellence and innovation in design. For a limited time, Wayfair Professional members based in the U.S. and select provinces in Canada are invited now through March 9 to submit their design projects by logging into their free business account and uploading their portfolio to the exclusive Design Gallery. One winner will be recognized per category.
February 21,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
The eighth annual Sherwin-Williams Student Design Challenge is continuing to accept submissions for residential and commercial projects through March 15. The competition celebrates emerging talent and gives students a chance to be nationally recognized for their work with cash prizes up to $2,500, including $1,000 for their design school.
February 15,
2018 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, High Point, Industry, Market
Upholstery and case goods powerhouse Man Wah Furniture and renowned comedian/entertainer Jeff Foxworthy have formed a strategic partnership that will culminate in the launch of the Jeff Foxworthy Home Collection at the April High Point Market.
February 14,
2018 by Jane Chero in Acquisition, Designer Weekly, Industry
Sotheby’s (NYSE: BID) has announced the acquisition of interior design online marketplace Viyet to strengthen their position in the market for vintage and antique furniture, and decorative objects and accessories.
February 14,
2018 by Jane Chero in Designer Weekly, Industry, Store Openings
Brooklyn-based West Elm has announced it will open its second Toronto store on Thursday, Feb.15, in the Yonge-Eglington neighborhood.
February 14,
2018 by Jane Chero in Community / Charitable Support, Designer Weekly, Industry
Interior Marketing Group (IMG), the largest luxury design and marketing firm in the New York City area, announced its furniture donation to Housing Works, a nonprofit organization and healing community providing lifesaving services to people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS and homelessness.
February 14,
2018 by Jane Chero in Designer Weekly, Industry, Obituaries
Kathi Cunningham, a founding member of the WithIt organization and longtime furniture industry sales executive, passed away Feb. 6 from complications resulting from the flu.