September 30,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Karat Home is relaunching the iconic Z Gallerie brand, known for its whole-home, modern glamor aesthetic at the High Point Fall Furniture Market. The company plans to open its first store in Dallas before year’s end, and then four more over the next three to five years.
September 30,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) and Esteem Media announce this season’s participants for the Design Influencers Tour, taking place during Fall Market.
September 30,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
BoConcept announces the design debut of Helena Christensen, the Ø lounge chair. Taking inspiration from Denmark’s small islands, the Ø stands as an expression of contemporary luxury.
September 30,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Rubelli, creator of luxury textiles, introduced two collections this season, releasing on Sept 15. ROCOCO & KIEFFER UNTITLED III showcase Rubelli's commitment to both artistic heritage and contemporary design sensibilities.
September 30,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Contardi, a synonym of elegance and innovation in the world of design lighting, presents Picchio, the new collection designed by Alessandro Munge. Inspired by the biomechanics of the woodpecker, this series of lamps merges aesthetics and functionality in a perfect balance between nature and technology, transforming light into an intuitive and sophisticated experience.
September 29,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
According to a post on Truth Social, U.S. President Donald Trump said details were forthcoming on tariffs for furniture imports, after announcing levies of up to 50% on such goods last week.
September 29,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Casual Furniture, Industry
Sherwin-Williams and HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams are unveiling a unified 2026 Color of the Year: Universal Khaki. The 2026 Color of the Year is a warm, grounded neutral that captures the essence of life’s bare essentials, offering a calming simplicity and timeless appeal. With its everyday versatility, Universal Khaki encourages slowing down, resetting and designing with purpose.