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AHFA Announces 2020 Officers and Directors
Jeb Bassett, Chief Operating Officer/Senior Vice President, Bassett Furniture Industries was elected 2020 Chair of the Board of Directors.
Design Project Magic: Erinn Valencich Turns Heads With StyleRow
The project management and marketplace tool aims to streamline processes for interior designers.
Elevate Your Sales Game With These Tips From the Retail Doctor
From the first impression to closing the sale, here's what Bob Phibbs says your sales associates need to know.
IFDA to Present the "Rising Stars of Design" Awards
The awards ceremony is set for Thursday, Nov. 21 at FAIR in New York.
ISFD Announces New INNOVATION + DESIGN Competition and Exhibition
Finalists chosen in the juried and curated furniture design competition will have their pieces on display during the April 2020 High Point Market.
The Right Light Balance Puts an Accent on the Positive
As I have mentioned before, there are four functions of light — Task, Accent, Decorative and Ambient. Each one plays an important role in creating
Interior Design Society to Create IDS Foundation
The foundation will expand the organization's education and charitable initiatives.
Home Furnishings Association Names 22 Awards Finalists
Winners of the Retailer of the Year, Emerging Star and Trailblazer Awards will be announced at the January 2020 Las Vegas Market.
POS: Keeping Up With Retail
Two POS system providers offer insight into the capabilities of today's technology.
Today’s Affluent Consumer: What the Research Tells Us
Research shows that affluent, design-centric consumers are interested in buying fewer, high-quality items.
Create a Luxury Home Furnishings Retail Experience
Pam Danziger of Unity Marketing shares her tips for curating a special showroom experience for your customers.
AHFA Helps Buyers Find Compliant Products at High Point Market
AHFA members are displaying a “WE COMPLY” tent card in their showrooms to identify manufacturers whose products meet requirements of the voluntary stability standard for clothing storage furniture, ASTM F2057-19.
American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Announces the Leaders Circle Inaugural Event
The inaugural gathering, which includes Hall of Fame inducted members, future leaders and other industry leaders, is Oct. 17 at the String & Splinter Club.
Klaussner Home Furnishings Announces Strategic Partnership with Stacy Garcia
Stacy Garcia, Comfort Design and Klaussner Outdoor will debut the new Stacy Garcia Home line of furniture in April 2020 at High Point Market in High Point.
Today's Planters Bring Style to Trending Natural Design Elements
Metallics and simple designs are making bold statements in decorative planters.
2020 ART Conference Location Announced
The conference will be held April 2-5, 2020 at the Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa.
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