SCS Global Services (SCS) has issued the first gold-level certification to Designtex, a Steelcase Company, under the factsm ecolabel developed by the Association for Contract Textiles (ACT). The certification recognizes Designtex's "Gold ...
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Attendees at the 45th annual NeoCon could see and feel the upswing in the economy and the contract furnishings industry as 41,488 interior designers, architects, and trade professionals descended on Chicago’s Merchandise Mart. This ...
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"Our mission is creating and selling innovative furniture for today's consumers who have a modern sensibility, complemented by original design, superior quality, sustainability, customer service and affordability," company President Rita ...
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Fenzi is at the departure gate for the first international industry trade show of 2013. The group is on its way to China Glass, scheduled to open its doors from May 24th to 27th in Beijing, a landmark event for the Tribiano-based Group ...
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Arkansas Gov. Mike Beebe has signed a bill that stiffens the penalties for knowingly selling used bedding as a new product. The bill, which was backed by the Arkansas Homefurnishings Assn., was overwhelmingly approved by the state House ...
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Chuck Reilly, left, Bill Dominguez, Martin Ploy, Jane Seymour, Michael Amini and David Koehler, all of AICO. Amini was a Spirit of Life Award winner. Michael Goldberg, left, Neil Goldberg and Steve Goldberg, Raymour & Flanigan, ...
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Designer and entrepreneur Kathy Ireland, center, visited the Nourison showroom here to celebrate her new partnership with the company and preview a licensed line of rugs. She is welcomed by Julie Rosenblum, Nourison’s executive ...
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Bob Sherman HIGH POINT — Serta President and CEO Bob Sherman will be honored with the International Home Furnishings Representatives Assn.'s Pillar of the Industry Award in a presentation at next month's High Point Market. IHFRA ...
Matt Grodin PHILADELPHIA — Matt Grodin has been named director of merchandising for World Imports, a full-line home furnishings importer serving U.S. and international markets. In the newly created position, Grodin will work with ...
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At Daws House they demand the highest standards, whilst able to offer the very lowest prices that can be found anywhere on the planet. They import fabrics from all over the world, and are constantly seeking new designs. Making the choice ...
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The Aloha ColorSpree rug is one of Company CCONCORD, N.H. - ART, the creative home furnishings network, and the Dallas Market Center presented Company C with the ARTS Award for Area Rugs at its 24th annual gala held during the recent Total ...
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The furniture industry is ready to put out fires if Government proposals to cut unnecessary red tape spread to Britain's stringent flammability regulations. The British Furniture Confederation (BFC), the lobby group that represents the ...
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NEW YORK --- The American Heart Assn. wants the home furnishings industry to help build awareness of the devastating effects of heart disease on women. Teaming with Concept Marketing Group, a New York-based licensing consulting firm, the ...
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Rowland Branham HELENA, Mont. — Watkins & Shepard Trucking, a specialized carrier for home furnishings and flooring products, has hired logistics veteran Rowland Branham as regional sales manager. Reporting to Patrick Smith, ...
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HIGH POINT — The California official heading revisions to that state's longtime flammability regulation and the scientist whose research prompted the urgent regulatory overhaul will both participate in the American Home Furnishings ...
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