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From Home Furnishing Business
July 31,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
In his first chair for HAY, Jasper Morrison has designed the Pack Chair, a contemporary take on the wooden trattoria chair. With its molded seat and backrest, the design translates a recognizable typology into an industrial context through considered construction.
July 31,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Great design deserves to be recognized—especially during a milestone year. To give designers and manufacturers additional time to showcase their creativity and craftsmanship, the International Society of Furniture Designers (ISFD) has extended the entry deadline for its 30th Anniversary Pinnacle Awards to August 6, 2026. The extension provides professional and student product designers in the furnishings and textile industries with one final opportunity to submit their best work for one of the industry’s most respected design competitions.
July 31,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
HAY is proud to introduce the Backflip Chair by Icelandic designer Gudmundur Ludvik - a foldable chair that reconsiders a familiar typology through a cleverly engineered folding mechanism.
July 30,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Ethan Allen Interiors Inc., a leading interior design destination, reported its results for the fiscal 2026 full year and fourth quarter ended June 30, 2026 and announced a special and regular cash dividend.
July 30,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Nassimi, an innovative manufacturer of sustainably designed coated and woven upholstery materials, continues its purpose-driven commitment to environmental and social responsibility. Through partnerships with One Tree Planted, the leading environmental restoration organization, and New Hope Girls, which supports women in vulnerable communities, Nassimi leads by example and aims to inspire greater action across the design industry.
July 30,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Dates for Total Home & Gift Market and Lightovation, held at Dallas Market Center, have been announced through 2028, giving retailers, exhibitors, and industry partners a clear, multi-year view of the markets that anchor the wholesale lighting, home décor, gift, gourmet, seasonal, and housewares industries in Dallas.
July 29,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The Premarket Sponsors group announced the addition of four new sponsors today for the Fall Premarket taking place in High Point this September. The group also detailed a special schedule for this fall because Rosh Hashana falls on the weekend leading in to Premarket.
July 29,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
IKEA U.S. is excited to announced plans to open a new store in Westlake, Ohio, in spring 2027. Located at Crocker Park (300 Crocker Park Blvd, Westlake, OH 44145), the future store will become IKEA's third location in Ohio and expand access to affordable, functional home furnishings for customers throughout the greater Cleveland area.
July 29,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Each year, Ashley for the Arts recognizes individuals and organizations whose contributions to the community embody the event’s mission of “Showcasing the Arts. Supporting Humanity.” As part of the 2026 event, Ashley for the Arts is proud to honor the Trempealeau County American Legion with the Humanitarian Award and Joel Hennessy with the Patron of the Arts Award for their lasting impact throughout the local region.
July 29,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
WithIt has announced that it will again offer a virtual streaming ticket option for its annual professional conference being held August 13 - 14. There is still time for industry professionals to register for the in-person conference. WithIt’s streaming ticket is sponsored by Serta Simmons Bedding, which recognizes the benefit of leadership development for women.