May 21,
2020 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry 
Mattress manufacturer King Koil has announced it will defer any payments on all new floor samples and inventory to help its retail partners bounce back from the temporary store closures that have taken place during the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 21,
2020 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (NASDAQ: BBBY) has announced a $10 million plan to donate essential items to those affected by COVID-19. The “Bringing Home Everywhere” program will deliver products that provide home comfort and essential support to communities and those on the frontline of the pandemic across the U.S. and Canada.
May 20,
2020 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
As International Market Centers (IMC) enters Phase Two of its Atlanta NEXT initiative, another 12 home décor brands are scheduled to open new showrooms at the Summer 2020 Atlanta Market.
May 20,
2020 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Norwalk Furniture has identified four emerging color and textile trends for the summer of 2020. From soft rose and blue colorways that echo a casual vibe to mixed browns that play up spice tones, the four themes have emerged through the company’s industry-leading forecasting process.
May 20,
2020 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
H Contract, a division of Hooker Furniture and supplier of upholstered seating and case goods for the senior living market, is entering the tablet and power source seating category. Adding new functionality to its product line, the integrated swivel tablet arms provide convenient worksurfaces for laptops, tablets, books and beverages, while USB capabilities provide charging conveniences that are incorporated into the design of the chairs.
May 20,
2020 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
The New York Chapter of the International Furnishings and Design Association (IFDA NY) has launched an initiative in light of the economic downturn the coronavirus has wrought, to help the industry re-emerge and flourish. A new “Career Advancement Committee” will be listing job openings and also hosting programs on job search and networking.
May 20,
2020 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Ultrasuede, the trademark for the luxury high-performance fabric created and manufactured by Japan-based Toray International, kicks off a new series of virtual programming aimed at the professional interior designer, including two webinars and an Instagram Live event featuring Charlotte, NC-based designer Lisa Mende.