December 10,
2024 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry 
The National Lighting Bureau (NLB) announces updated plans for the 2nd Lighting Transformation Awards program, now scheduled for 2025. Submitted projects will be eligible for a new Special Citation for exemplary controls design and implementation, co-sponsored by the Lighting Controls Association. The Awards will be presented at LightFair 2025 in Las Vegas.
December 10,
2024 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
As part of a year-long sleep campaign, IKEA Kreativ now offers a new experience to help users create a cozy, customized bedroom set-up. In the UK, US and Canada, customers can now design customised bedrooms, including the ability to scan and design a whole room, explore duvet & accent pillow combinations, and take advantage of an AI-powered rules engine that suggests logical product placements. With the new feature customers around the world can see how different bedding combinations will look – and feel – before buying.
December 10,
2024 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
In its continuing bid to become a one-stop, to-the-trade resource for retailers and designers, The RW Collective is adding holiday décor to its portfolio, introducing a tightly curated collection of trees, wreaths and garland. The new line is being offered under its Jes & Gray brand.
December 9,
2024 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The American Home Furnishings Alliance announces Andy Bray, president and CEO of Vanguard Furniture in Conover, North Carolina, was elected chair of the organization’s Board of Directors for 2025 during the Annual Meeting & CEO Conference in Yountville, California, Nov 8-10.
December 9,
2024 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
RXO, a leading provider of asset-light transportation solutions, was named a winner of the 2024 Top Software & Tech award by Supply and Demand Chain Executive and Food Logistics.
December 9,
2024 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Diamond Mattress has announced that all its mattresses are now GREENGUARD Gold certified. This prestigious certification applies to mattresses produced at the company’s factories in California and Texas.
December 9,
2024 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Ashley Furniture Industries, LLC (Ashley) has built its foundation and legacy upon the methodology of Gross Margin Return on Investment (GMROI). When future tariffs create market uncertainty, Ashley's position as the largest U.S. home furnishings manufacturer offers retailers distinct advantages through its extensive domestic production capabilities and proven market adaptability.