July 15,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry 
Ernesta, the innovative home design brand redefining the rug-buying experience with designer-quality, custom-sized rugs, announces the opening of its next showroom in Summit, NJ. Located just outside of Manhattan, the new space deepens Ernesta's physical presence in the greater New York area and marks the brand's fourth showroom opening since last year, following successful launches on the Upper East Side, Greenwich, CT, and Bethesda, MD.
July 14,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) is now accepting Fall 2025 applications for its signature Design Influencers Tour produced in partnership with Esteem Media, inviting interior designers and other design influencers to apply by Monday, August 4.
July 14,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Following the success of its Blue Stone color palette, KUKA HOME is unveiling Mineral as its latest trend color at this Las Vegas Market. This soft, nature-inspired green is quickly emerging as a modern neutral, balancing calm sophistication with versatility while bringing a fresh, organic touch to interiors.
July 14,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The International Casual Furnishings Association will honor two longtime outdoor furniture industry leaders with its most prestigious recognition, the Lifetime Achievement Award, at the ICFA Awards Gala during the Fall Casual Market Atlanta.
July 14,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Focusing on speed to market and sell-through success, DeLandis sleep will reveal four new turnkey mattress solutions at the Summer Las Vegas Market. Each collection is designed to meet the needs of today’s retail environment while simplifying the supply chain from concept to consumer. The new mattresses will be showcased in the company’s showroom at the World Market Center, B970.
July 14,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
IKEA U.S. announces two new stores opening on July 16. Both stores give their communities easier access to their local IKEA stores. In San Marcos, Keena Garcia, market manager, IKEA U.S. says "No more trekking through that notorious I-35 traffic—now you can enjoy IKEA and our inspiring home design with less hassle."
July 14,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Ana Pekarovic brought style, beauty, and bold design to a space that was anything but glamorous—the mattress industry. With The Ace Collection®, she redefined what a mattress brand could look like. Now, she's unveiling a new chapter: the debut of the brand's redesigned website, showcasing her vision in a beautifully immersive online experience.