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Business of Furniture - September 20, 2025
- ASK STEPHEN - "Why Is It So Hard to Hire Sales Assistants?" - Stephen Viscusi - Being a Sales Assistant is how a lot of people get into the furniture industry. And some of the best sales assistants grow to be the best salespeople.
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: EXPERIENCE™ Columns – Elevating Standards in Contract Furniture Manufacturing - Introducing the all-new EXPERIENCE™ range of lifting columns, where innovation meets sustainability. Designed to redefine performance for height-adjustable desks, these columns are engineered to exceed expectations.
- NeoCon to Launch Premier Lighting Exhibit in 2026 - New curated showcase to feature a compelling look at the trends, technology, and products from the lighting industry for the built environment.
- KI Expands Green Bay Furniture Manufacturing Facility - Back-to-back record-breaking years have led contract furniture manufacturer KI to undertake a 33,400-square-foot addition to its manufacturing facility, adjacent to its corporate headquarters on Bellevue Street in Green Bay.
- Empire Office Acquires Model Home Interiors, Expanding Expertise into Residential and Hospitality Sectors - Headquartered in Maryland with an office in North Carolina, MHI has established itself as a leader in the design and furnishing of model homes, multifamily units, student housing, and senior living environments.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Aceray Launches Corso; A Flexible and Durable Piece of Art / Ethnicraft Introduces the Flow Desk and Sideboard / Invi Air's Slot Tile Square Diffuser That Blends In While Standing Out / Carnegie Expands IMO Wheelmark-Certified Xorel Cruise Wallcovering Line, Introducing Xorel Luxe to the Marine Market / Jamie Stern Furniture, Carpet, Leather & Fabric Debuts Twin Palms Designed By Jeannene Doub / "Hey Jude": The Office Chair That Hits All the Right Notes / Artopex and CET Commercial Interiors: Imagine, Plan, Create
- Carnegie Acoustic Solutions Introduces Flute 3D Panel - With Six Horizontal Ribs for a Sophisticated Fluting Pattern, the Panel Creates Light and Shadow That Showcases the Beauty of Xorel
- Resource Furniture Introduces the Como Collection - The Collection Includes a Contemporary-Designed Sofa and Armchair That Seamlessly Integrate Comfort With Functionality
- UPFRONT: Luum Introduces Radiant Flux, An Iridescent Sheer for Any Space - Whether hung railroaded or off-the-bolt, the Oeko-Tex 100 Certified textile's lightweight construction has a luminous dimension that adds color and softness to any space.
- A Modern Favorite Goes Mini - Heller launches Swell Mini, fun-size and gift-ready.
- Architecture Plus Information (A+I) Joins Global Design Firm Perkins&Will In One of the Most Consequential New York Mergers of the Decade - Unification of workplace strategy titan A+I with the no. 2 architecture firm in the U.S. responds to growing demand for high-end, amenity-rich office design in New York City and global markets.
- PLACES - White & Case Offices – Hong Kong | Two six-person Meeting / Video Conferencing Rooms located on the west side of the floor can also be combined to create one large space.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Forward Space Milwaukee Office Named a Best Place to Work—for the Sixth Year in a Row / Artcobell Promotes Ryan Myers to Vice President of Sales / A Letter from Chas Hepler of Via Seating / Corgan Makes Strategic Leadership Hires in Los Angeles, New York, and Phoenix
- New In Classifieds - Help Us Change the Sit/Stand Story | DBP Workspace is actively looking for Independent Sales Rep Groups. Height-adjustable bases are everywhere—but ours aren't just another base. At DBP Workspace, we've designed a line of bases that break the mold: ultra-fast and quiet operation, a streamlined assembly experience, and a warranty that backs up our commitment to long-term quality. Read more on page 64.
- So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers
Business of Furniture - September 13, 2025
- ASK STEPHEN - "Dealers: Avoid This Mistake with Your Manufacturer's Rep" - Stephen Viscusi - Dealer salesperson: this is the point in the problem where you should realize taking action is as simple as writing the same letter but just to your direct sales rep at the manufacturer. You do not need to copy other people.
- HON Introduces Etch: A Bold, Flexible Seating Solution for Modern Spaces - Designed as the ultimate 'one-stop shop' for multi-purpose seating, the collection comes in two versions — a full plastic shell or a seat pad upholstered in fabric for added comfort.
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: HBF Evolves the Costa Table Collection by Mario Ruiz - Newly enhanced with refined finishes and a next generation of integrated power components, Costa enables design flexibility across café, conference, training spaces, and more.
- Sustainable. Capable. Able from Scandinavian Spaces. - Able is available at guest and dining height, lounge, and on castors, making it perfect for various environments.
- Meet Kurtain Stratum - a New Two-Tiered Solution in the Kurtain Series - With its audacious, two-tiered design, Kurtain Stratum delivers superior acoustic control and bold, customizable style in a single, statement-making fixture.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Wyatt Seating Announces Addition of Rep Groups Across the U.S. / Momentum Appoints Elise Ozawaon as Director of Western Sales / Kasthall Explores New Textural and Color Contrasts With The Introduction of Rug Collections Ines Reed and Ingrid Icon / LD Seating Supplied Seating for the Prestigious MediaCityUK Complex in Salford
- Allsteel Reimagines Showroom Experience with D.C. Design Lab - New Co-Solutioning Concept Embraces "Living in Beta" Model to Support Evolving Workplace Needs
- Heller Continues to Support Radical Innovation Awards Annual Competition Fueling the Future of Design - In addition to judging, Heller is generously furnishing the main stage with a custom assortment of iconic designs utilizing their new Made to Order Program.
- UPFRONT: Concertex Unveils Camouflage Collection - The Art of Illusion in Performance Textiles - Camouflage disguises one thing to reveal another—an optical sleight of hand that plays with perception.
- Bolon Unveils Riff, a Bold, Design-Driven, Rhythm-Reshaping Flooring Collection - The collection's distinctive 3D effect creates a playful shimmer as carefully curated colors reflect light across a refined palette of black, beige, and grey.
- Treefrog Celebrates 20 Years of European Quality with New Designer Veneers - Treefrog is a prefinished real wood veneer ideal for commercial and residential interiors.
- Allseating Introduces Equation, A Fully Integrated Task Chair Offering Intuitive Ergonomic Support - Equation Combines Patented Back Technology, Modern Design, and Customization to Support Health and Performance Across Diverse Work Environments
- Riyadh's Inaugural ORGATEC WORKSPACE Summit will Shape the Future of Work - Among programme highlights will be a focus talk on 'Workplace Strategy & Corporate Real Estate – Aligning Space with Performance and Growth.'
- Knoll Textiles Introduces Altiplano by Sheila Hicks, 1966 - This September, Knoll Textiles introduces Altiplano by Sheila Hicks, 1966, one of three archival reissues this fall in recognition of Knoll's legacy at the forefront of textile design.
- PLACES - People and Places Offices – New Cairo City | The strategic placement of greenery throughout the office , both inside and beyond , dissolves boundaries between nature and design, creating a dialogue between indoor serenity and outdoor vibrancy.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - MillerKnoll Honored by Fast Company on 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators List / Landscape Forms Named by Fortune and Great Place to Work as a 2025 Best Workplace in Manufacturing & Production for a Sixth Year in a Row / Geometrical Perfection - Torino from Fantini / Hightower Now Part of CET Commercial Interiors Library to Streamline Design + Dealer Collaboration / Fantini Celebrates Compasso d'Oro Honors / Renson and Corradi North America Appoint Michael Ackelbein as President / Design Guild Mark Trail launches for London Design Festival 2025 / The Parametric Bench is an Architectural Masterpiece for the Everyday Workspace / Carl Hansen & Søn launches OW Series in Terra Leather with Norm Architects / Carnegie Earns Fourth Consecutive Recertification as a Certified B Corporation
- New In Classifieds - OPERATIONS & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER (WYATT SEATING) | We're seeking an experienced Operations and Supply Chain Manager to lead procurement, inventory, and logistics operations for a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You'll manage global and domestic vendor relationships, build scalable systems for efficiency and cost savings, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive growth. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, can collaborate cross-functionally, and is passionate about continuous improvement! Read more on page 80.
- So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers
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