Business of Furniture - September 27, 2024
- Designed for a New World: Herman Miller Gaming Collaborates with FAILE and Deluxx Fluxx - First-time partnership between the global design leader and the multidisciplinary art duo delivers vibrant artwork and unique sculptural objects.
- Stephen Says - "If Your Dog Dies, You Want to Be Working for This Furniture Company" - by Stephen Viscusi - Believe it or not, pet bereavement policies are now an established norm of most companies in and outside of the industry. Progressive company owners and human resources leaders who influence a company's policy all understand that pets today are very much a part of our family.
- Hightower Unveils Stanza Collection of Functional Planters - Elevate your interiors and exteriors with a blend of artistic expression and practical design. Stanza isn't just a planter — it's an experience that transforms spaces.
- NARBUTAS, Exhibiting at Orgatec for the Tenth Time, Will Present its Largest Stand Yet - NARBUTAS is making special preparations for its tenth, anniversary, participation in Orgatec.
- Landscape Forms Introduces Moment Lighting: A Fusion of Minimalist Simplicity and Outstanding Performance - Moment combines disciplined design with functional versatility. Its modern and minimalist aesthetic, characterized by elemental geometries, smooth lines, and hidden structural components, ensures seamless integration into any installation environment.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Henning Karlsrud Appointed New CEO of Flokk / Matt Ruder Joins Office Revolution as Owner and Principal / Consolidation: American Interiors Acquires MarxModa; Becomes Sole MillerKnoll Dealer in Southeast Michigan / Arper's New Sustainability Report: Major Milestones & Bold Progress / ASID Hosts Day of Advocacy On Capitol Hill / AIS Expanding and Revitalizing its New York City Showroom / Allsteel's "Tell Me More" Podcast Releases a New Episode Exploring Circularity & Responsible Decommissioning with Green Standards / Tell Me More Podcast's Latest Episode Explores Sustainability in the Furniture Industry with Normann Copenhagen / Concertex's Aerial Collection Celebrates Artistry in the Ordinary / IIDA NY Unveils Biophilic Theme for 22nd Annual Color Invasion / Kentwood Office Furniture Enhances Business Development in Chicago and Grand Rapids / The Mitchell Group Expands Product Catalog with Two New Offerings / Landscape Forms Introduces EPD Program, a Major Milestone in Enhancing Industry Transparency and Sustainability / Boston Business Journal Names AIS Among the Top Charitable Companies in Massachusetts / Maharam in London, Los Angeles, and New York / Steelcase 2024 Impact Report Spotlights New Net-Zero Commitment, Building Community and Belonging / Spacestor's Insights Live Episode 50 Leads Today's Workplace Discussion / 3form Doubles the Impact of Award-Winning 100% Recycled Textures Line / Calyx: Creative. Collaborative. Collegiate.
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Introducing Hedge: A New Era of Sustainable, Flexible Office Solutions - Loftwall hasl launched Hedge, a first-of-its-kind space divider that combines sustainability with versatility. After three years of development, Hedge marks the first use of Acoustic PET (derived from recycled post-consumer plastics) as the core structural element in a piece of commercial office furniture - proving that eco-friendly materials can provide the structural integrity needed for dynamic, modern workspaces.
- Studio TK, In Partnership with Artifort, Introduces the Shark Work Chair - Shark fits perfectly in a variety of office and hospitality settings, supporting everywhere the modern worker may find themself.
- Explore The Intersection of Nature and Textile Design with Christiane Müller's 'Moments Of Wander' - The Designer's Fourth Collection With the Brand Transforms Outdoor Inspirations Into Luxurious Interiors
- Luum Textiles Launches Kinetic Energy Collection, Drawing Inspiration From the Dynamic Motion of the Digital and Physical Realms - Developed over three years of application testing, Lithoprint is Luum's first domestically-produced coated textile, made with cleaner chemistry and more sustainable manufacturing methods.
- UPFRONT: Humanscale's Sedeo Stool - Ergonomics for Everyday - Chadwick brought his years of experience in industrial design (other legendary pieces include the Aeron chair and Chadwick Modular Seating) to perfecting the design of Sedeo.
- New Collaborative Design Showroom in NYC Features Synergistic Designs - Hightower and Heartwork have come together to spearhead a space that now includes six leading manufacturers in the A+D market.
- Herman Miller Introduces Bay Work Pod to Create Inclusive Spaces for Focused Work and Video Conferencing in Office Settings - Bay Work Pod is the brand's latest workplace solution designed to enable concentration and comfort.
- Artaic Expands "Designs on Demand" with Three New Designs and Colorways - Artaic will continue to introduce additional Designs on Demand patterns and Custom on Demand colorways throughout 2024.
- New In Classifieds - National Sales Manager - Bowling Green, OH | BioFit Engineered Products is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to oversee and lead the activities of the sales department by performing the duties outlined below. This individual will participate in corporate planning, budget setting, and strategic direction including product & services, markets and channels. Read more on page 154.
- PLACES - Intugo Offices – Hermosillo | The concept for this project emerged from a desire to create an environment where users could escape the hustle and bustle of the outside world and immerse themselves in a pleasant and productive work setting.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Thinkspace Enhances Customer Experience with Launch of new E-Tools / Ware Malcomb Names Marit Jensen Studio Manager, Interior Architecture & Design in Seattle Office / Arcadis Strengthens Florida Leadership with New Principal Appointment / Configura Expands its Commercial Interiors Product Line in Q3 2024 / KI Joins CADRE as Founding Sponsor for Ed Design Research / Kimball International's Chicago Showroom Earns WELL Certified Platinum Distinction / Ben Cantu Returns to Luxxbox / ASID Releases the 2024 Economic Outlook Report / Foscarini Introduces BUDS' in Cipria: A New Colorway for a Timeless Collection / markilux Unveils the Pergola Style | A Graceful Fusion of Form and Function for Outdoor Spaces / Mayer Fabrics Welcomes Audrey Binford to the Chicago & Eastern Wisconsin Territories / Innovant Welcomes Allie Lindsey / Three H Promotes Design Director to VP Post / Perkins&Will Welcomes New Director of Operations to Austin Studio / Springboard Working Surfaces is now Fellowes / Spark Studio Lighting Design Announces Brand Relaunch / Unika Vaev Promotes Deb Warren to Regional Sales Manager / Yellow Goat Design Introduces Sheridan Markham, New Design Associate / Tekloom Will Exhibit at Healthcare Design Conference + Expo / Studio Alliance's New Principal + Innovation Director / Tarkett North America Appoints Winn Everhart to President and CEO / Emerald Promotes Keisha Byrd to VP and Brand Director for the Hospitality Design Group
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Business of Furniture - September 13 & September 20, 2024
- Stephen Says - "Turn On Your Green Light!" - by Stephen Viscusi - I like the job, I don't want to leave, but it's clear I'm not going to get a raise, and I hate to admit it, but I'm going to resent the new employee who's subordinate to me that I now have to manage. And my resentment goes double for my boss. Any advice?
- BOB Biz Means Business from Scandinavian Spaces - Scandinavian Spaces has spearheaded the ancillary furniture charge. For almost a decade, the company has provided the US market with imagination, creativity, and forward-thinking workplace solutions.
- MillerKnoll Announces New Global Hubs in New York and London - Bringing together the best brands in modern design.
- Discover Symphony: Momentum's Latest Wallcovering Collection Inspired by the Arts - Premiering with Simply Sheer and Sliding Light, the New Symphony Collection is available only through Momentum. Inspired by the mesmerizing and evocative influences of music, art, and dance, this collection is designed to cultivate a deep emotional resonance within any interior space.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Solomon Coyle Launches New Online Sales Leadership Program / AMQ Welcomes Rachael Mauldin as Territory Manager for North Texas and Oklahoma Markets / Allsteel to Host TEDxChicago Coaching Sessions at Chicago Experience Center / Appointment of Sara Abbad – Product Manager – Panel Systems and Metal Storage Furniture / Fellowes' Rising Monitor Arms Win Silver at IDEA Awards, Setting New Standards in Design and Functionality / Caleb Slaughter Joins Office Revolution as Business Development Leader for Kansas City / Simii Design Announces Byrne Daisy Chain Now Available On Wake Flip Nest Tables / Corgan Opens Washington, D.C. Office, Hires Local Leadership / BodyBilt Continues Innovation Trend with New LabPro Stool
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Humanscale Presents New Collection of Ergonomic Furniture for Collaborative Spaces - This new collection is a cohesive suite of furniture solutions that work together to transform ergonomically neglected third spaces into a comfortable, productive environment.
- Landscape Forms Named by Fortune and Great Place to Work as a 2024 Best Workplace in Manufacturing & Production for a Fifth Year in a Row - "Many companies talk about having a team culture, but here it's really palpable."
- Jamie Stern Furniture, Carpet, Leather & Fabric Opens New, Larger New York Showroom and Collaborative Design Studio - This opening represents a significant commitment to supporting the contract, hospitality, and corporate design communities with high-quality materials and manufacturing capabilities.
- UPFRONT: HON to Serve as Premier Sponsor for 2024 ISG Industry Week - HON will be showcasing its wide range of dynamic office solutions at booth 300, offering attendees the chance to explore products designed to enhance productivity and efficiency in workspaces.
- The New Movet Chair by Nevins - Movet is the perfect chair with asliding seat and tilting back for meeting and conference spaces.
- Unika Vaev Introduces its Latest Acoustic Product Collection in Collaboration with Instyle - Sustainability within design is key to both product lines and has been since the company's founding.
- Móz Designs Transforms Transit Centers into Design Destinations - Móz Designs teamed up with RS&H to revamp Florida's International transit hub.
- New In Classifieds - Sales Director - Las Vegas, NV, USA | Overview: The sales director is responsible for building high-performing sales teams and achieving sales goals for each market to which they are assigned. Read more on page 88.
- PLACES - LD Seating Showroom – Prague | archicraft designed a modern and visually attractive showroom in Prague for LD Seating, focusing on product lighting and presentation inspired by famous London showrooms, with emphasis on clear arrangement and accessibility.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - FCA Welcomes Chris Parsley as Senior Design Strategist to the NYC Corporate Team / Luxury Swedish Brand Kasthall Introduces Mirrku Kullberg as New CEO / Ware Malcomb Announces Promotion of Melissa Martorano in Phoenix Office / Mohawk Industries Names Mauro Vandini President / Tuuci: Theresa Quintong New Contract Sales Representative for New York / Koncept's Z-Bar Bird Pendant found in Chicago's Midway Airport Concourse C / Hord Coplan Macht Opens Two New Offices
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Business of Furniture - September 6, 2024
- Stephen Says - "Why CEOs Write Short Emails" - by Stephen Viscusi - My own rule of thumb for judging how long I should write an email "response," for someone like me that tends to write long emails, is to base the length of my response on the length of the email I've received.
- Two-Thirds Seating and Tables Collection Addresses Growing Need for Workplace Flexibility - Two-Thirds is a collection of seating and surfaces from Allsteel, designed by Joey Ruiter. The collection's simple shapes are meant to be combined in different ways to create dynamic spaces that are adaptable and flexible.
- Revolutionizing the Workplace: Inside HB Workplaces New HQ Showroom - Founded in 1983, HB Workplaces has been at the forefront of the office furniture and design industry. As MillerKnoll's exclusive Certified Dealer for Herman Miller and Knoll in Utah, Nevada, and Idaho, they use the industry's best products to turn every-day spaces into modern-day workplaces.
- HON Unveils Integrated 3D Product Configuration Powered by 3D Cloud - "The partnership with 3D Cloud redefines the customer journey and represents a pivotal step in our digital transformation."
- NaughtOne Introduces Truffle, a Playful Pouf With a Charming Form - Truffle's clever one-piece upholstery creates a seamless waterfall edge that accentuates Truffle's organic form, reveals curves on curves with the play of light, and creates surprising contrasts along the seams.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Gunlocke Unveils Brand Refresh / Omni Workspace welcomes Phillip Brown Jr. as General Manager of Turnkey Project Services / MillerKnoll Announces New Head of Geiger and DatesWeiser / KI Announces Third Annual Classroom Furniture Giveaway for K-12 Educators / Stylex Demonstrates Continued Growth with the Addition of New U.S. Territory Managers / Blu Dot Welcomes Sam Grawe as Chief Creative Officer / Transform Your Space with Altispace Acoustic Wall Panels in Geometric Shapes / Nienkamper Welcomes Sam Empringham as North American Sales Director / Calyx Chromatyx Printed Porcelain in Healthcare
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: DeskMakers Breathes Life into Workspaces with Hedge Dry Planters - Fresh, maintenance-free collection redefines spaces with versatility and style.
- Interior Design's Hall of Fame Celebrates 40 Years and Announces The 2024 Award Inductees - Established in 1985, this esteemed event celebrates the visionary contributions of influential figures in interior design. These luminaries have left an indelible mark on the industry, and their visionary work continues to inspire and shape the spaces we inhabit.
- The Designtex Digital Studio Pattern Library Continues to Grow! - Digital Studio makes it easy to create custom designs. Pair a substrate with a pattern, tailor scales and colorways and then visualize it before ordering – all in just a few clicks.
- UPFRONT: September Sit/Stand Desking Solutions from Humanscale - The eFloat Go 2.0 was designed with ultra quiet motors, so near silent adjustment is simple.
- FCA Transforms Fox Rothschild's Minneapolis HQ - FCA redesigned Fox Rothschild's Minneapolis headquarters, focusing on efficient space use, natural light, and a connection to Minnesota's landscapes, creating a modern and functional law office environment.
- ORGATEC 2024: Experience the Workspaces of Tomorrow in Person - In addition to #OfficeXperience, the highlights of the new ORGATEC 2024 concept include the Focus Areas #TheCircularHouse, #CircularBiomaterials, #InspiredAugmentedOffice and #Indoor&OutdoorHospitality.
- New In Classifieds - Sales Director - Las Vegas, NV, USA | Overview: The sales director is responsible for building high-performing sales teams and achieving sales goals for each market to which they are assigned. Read more on page 96.
- PLACES - Sartorius Offices – Singapore | The centrepiece of the new office space is a vibrant Front of House with a generous seaview lounge, designed to create an engaged community atmosphere that encourages social interaction.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Equity Council's Introduction to the Action Labs / Versteel Launches CET Commercial Interiors Extension / KI CEO, Brian Krenke, to Speak at St. Norbert College CEO Breakfast Series / Puroptima Appoints Kelley Douglass to Management Team / ECI Software Solutions Acquires Cloud-Based ERP Khameleon Software / Interface Expands Recycling Capabilities in Europe to Advance Circularity Efforts / M.L. Campbell Launches Sayerlack Innovative Wood Finishing Solutions, Bringing a New Choice for Premium Italian Technology to North America / Smith Interior Design Celebrates Six Years of Success / Italian Design: from Classic to Contemporary - Salone del Mobile.Milano lands in New York for the First of Three International Events
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Business of Furniture - August 30, 2024
- Stephen Says - "Summer's Over. Is It Time for a New Job?" - by Stephen Viscusi - After Labor Day is one of the best times to look for a new job, no matter what industry you're in. And, if interest rates change in September as predicted, there will be a big boom in the residential furniture business.
- Tangram Interiors Unveils New Fresno Showroom Celebrating Local Landscape and Culture - The project was brought to life through a collaboration of talented professionals and firms.
- Equitable Environments: Solutions for Neurodivergent Learning Spaces - Learning isn't one size fits all. Recognizing and supporting emotional and cognitive differences is imperative to the growth and success of neurodiverse students.
- Hendrick Sets OneDigital's Latest Chapter in Motion with Atlanta HQ that Reflects Innovative Culture - To create a sense of propulsion — the kind of forward movement "in motion" for which OneDigital is known — Hendrick implemented large, sweeping dynamic curves and shapes to signify how the company moves clients and their businesses forward.
- The Collective Acquires Leading Teknion Dealer Ergoworks - Ergoworks Atlantic is the leading Teknion dealer in Atlantic Canada for over 25 years.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Hightower Names Sandi Ing Vice President of Sales / New from Arper - Organic Designs for Multi-Purpose Use / Kansas City Executive Joins Office Revolution as Market Principal of New Kansas City Location / Herman Miller Introduces Eames Turned Stool in White Oak / IIDA NY Unveils the Ultimate Interior Design Showcase in Western New York / Dramatic Works Translates Spectrum of Light into EF Contract's Latest Kinetex Flooring Collection / The Good Plastic Company Expands Polygood Line with New Translucent Collection / Prevolv Showcases New Partnership with Kimball International via Renovated Showroom
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: 9to5 Seating Launches Modular Seating Solution Koble - Innovative soft task seating empowers users to create custom configurations.
- 3form Elements Launches Acoustic Dimension Series - New Dimensional Acoustic Panels Combine Superior Sound Management with Dynamic Geometric Designs
- Carnegie Expands Type II Vinyl-Alternative Wallcoverings Selection - A part of the Conscious Collection, Pave, Inkwell, Noragi Stripe, and Assemblage are 100% free of PVC, finishes, and PFAS, and are easy to clean and maintain in high-traffic environments.
- UPFRONT: Join the Waitlist! Humanscale's Iconic Freedom Chair Turns 25 - Originally designed by Niels Diffrient in 1999, the Freedom Chair has transformed seating comfort and support. Diffrient's vision, combined with Humanscale founder Bob King's pursuit of intuitive design, resulted in the creation of the Freedom Chair - the first self-adjusting chair that eliminated the need for manual adjustments, offering natural movement and support.
- Innerscene is on the Scene with Record Growth and Increased Accessibility - Circadian Sky offers the mesmerizing appearance of infinite clear blue and sunset skies, mimicking the look of a double-pane window with multiple surface reflections while preserving privacy.
- Wherever Whenever: Work Culture Festival at ORGATEC 2024 - Speakers include experts on all the topics relevant to tomorrow's working world.
- New In Classifieds - MOD is looking for Sales Representatives to Join our Growing Team! | MOD, a leader in power, USB charging and lighting solutions for furniture in the workplace, hospitality, education furniture industry is seeking energetic and motivated individuals or groups to join our team. Read more on page 98.
- PLACES - Confidential Client Offices – Kolkata | The Den At Lansdowne manifests Kolkata's old-world charm through the typical Burma teak slats fitted in the window and doors allowing the air and sunlight into the space.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Discover Spool: A New Lighting and Acoustic Experience / IIDA NY Announces Designer Grant to Support Emerging Professionals / Ware Malcomb Names Azin Khorram and Lisa Reed to Strategic Account Director Roles / Nourison Home Mourns Passing of Owen Baker, a 52-Year Industry Veteran / Office Revolution Opens New Office in Kansas City, Expanding Its Footprint to a Thriving Market / Interface Named Global Sustainability Leader by GlobeScan and the ERM Sustainability Institute / Lauren Rottet Wins Multiple Design Awards / Mayer Fabrics Welcomes Jennifer Knowlton to the Colorado, Utah, & Wyoming Territories
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Business of Furniture - August 23, 2024
- Stephen Says - "Has Your MillerKnoll Dealer Become Irrelevant?" - by Stephen Viscusi - Here's what's important: Yes, the MillerKnoll name adds a cache to your dealership, but if the customers appreciate the service, you and your employees are offering them then other brands from open-line manufacturers such as #Global, #AIS or #Friant that "mimic the majors" are plentiful, giving you options to survive and thrive.
- NYCxDESIGN Announces 2025 Festival Dates and Looks Back at Spring - NYCxDESIGN Announces 2025 Festival Plans While Reflecting on International Growth and Inclusivity Across All Design Disciplines
- Transform Workspaces: Boost Productivity and Maximize Space with Organic-Shaped Workstations by Fluidconcepts - Contour offers unmatched customizability and functionality with 224 preconfigured variations.
- ASID Releases Highlights of 2024 Economic Outlook Report - Top Highlights Explore Key Economic Insights for the Design Community
- Knoll Reissues the Tugendhat Chair, Where Architectural Design Meets Contemporary Comfort - The Tugendhat Chair is ideal for today's interiors and speaks to the next generation of design enthusiasts, acting as a striking design piece in casual settings and a relaxed counterpoint to more formal environments.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Artcobell Names Alicia Springer Marketing Communications Manager / Spacesaver Intermountain Expands Specialty Storage Footprint / Allsteel's Tell Me More's Latest Episode on Living in Beta / Multidisciplinary Studio //3877 Expands Team; Hires Two New Interior Designers / Spotted: Calyx in Student Housing / Lighting Environments, Elevated, and Environments Announce Inaugural 'ArchiTech Summit' / Introducing The Ganges Collection by Jamie Stern Carpet: Beautiful, Durable, Sustainable / Landscape Forms Partners with Illuminate Bringing Premier Lighting Solutions to New England / Mold-Free and Minimal: The Innovative Invi Air 1 Slot Square Diffuser
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Fellowes Expands the Popular Sena and Rising Series - Fellowes announced significant extensions to its acclaimed Sena and Rising product lines. These enhancements are set to elevate the workspaces with new levels of functionality and aesthetic appeal.
- Pallas Textiles Turns Ocean Plastic into New Collection - On August 30, contract textile maker Pallas Textiles will launch In Good Company, a new collection made from recycled ocean plastic.
- ORGATEC 2024: Taking the Office of the Future into New Dimensions - In the #InspiredAugmentedOffice Focus Area, ORGATEC is collaborating with zgoll: to overcome the boundaries of reality and present modern workspaces in new dimensions. Visitors will be able to experience a staged future office landscape and virtually immerse themselves in the office of tomorrow with the aid of zintoo: – a newly developed augmented reality app.
- UPFRONT: Refreshed Freedom Task Chair by Humanscale - The Refreshed Freedom Task Chair is brought to life when previously owned chairs are bought back from corporate partners, meticulously disinfected, disassembled, and restored with new components such as casters, textiles, gas cylinders, and arm pads.
- New Report on K-12 Procurement Trends - A new report issued by EDspaces – The Future of K-12 Procurement: 4 Key Trends – captures the experiences and insights of award-winning procurement professionals who are leading the way in building the field of strategic procurement.
- Salone del Mobile.Milano and Bloomingdale's Team Up for Month-Long Showcase of Italian Design - As part of "From Italy, with Love", Salone del Mobile has partnered with Bloomingdale's, the famous New York Department Store, to create the installation "Italian Design: from Classic to Contemporary", a tribute to new and iconic Made in Italy products by 23 selected brands.
- New In Classifieds - MOD is looking for Sales Representatives to Join our Growing Team! | MOD, a leader in power, USB charging and lighting solutions for furniture in the workplace, hospitality, education furniture industry is seeking energetic and motivated individuals or groups to join our team. Read more on page 84.
- PLACES - Linktel Technologies New Campus – Wuhan | Central Avenue reminds people of the landscape and commercial activities along the main streets of the city.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Armadillo Re-Certifies as B Corp—Leading the Way in Environmental Impact / Configura to Host Upcoming CET Experience / Be Original Americas Announces Upcoming Events / Nucraft Introduces New Bases for Ascari Conference / Colebrook Bosson Saunders Unveils Dynamic Flo X Multi Monitor Arm / TPG Architecture Promotes Christina Faley To Retail Studio Director / Grossnicklaus to Lead Corgan's Healthcare Sector
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Business of Furniture - August 16, 2024
- Landscape Forms Introduces Monterey, the Company's Innovative Entry into the Outdoor Soft Seating Category, and the Cora Line of Artfully Organic Lounge-Height Tables - As Landscape Forms' first soft seating offering, much research and development was devoted to ensuring Monterey's fabric seats and backs met the company's high standards for aesthetics, quality and durability.
- Stephen Says - "Why Is Ancillary So Hot Right Now?" - by Stephen Viscusi - Yes – ancillary is the new darling space in the office furniture industry! With all these new departments, divisions, and products in the ancillary space, I would declare, #ancillary is on fire!
- Introducing Omaha Benches - Created for the Joslyn Art Museum, Omaha was designed to be contemporary and adaptable, yet comfortable for longer sits to linger and reflect. Designed to inspire. Built to perform. New creations from Martin Brattrud honor a 78-year legacy of design and craft.
- American Society of Interior Designers Names Corgan "Firm of the Year" - Corgan is an employee-owned architecture and design firm with 18 locations and more than 1,000 team members globally. The firm, ranked as the #4 architecture firm by Building Design + Construction, works with clients in a variety of sectors including aviation & mobility, data centers, education, health, mixed-use, multifamily, office, and workplace.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Arcadia And Encore Launch 2024 Lookbooks / Three H Welcomes Marisa Southard as the New Sales Director, USA East / AMQ Promotes Frank Rubin to Regional Sales Manager for East Region / EDmarket Announces 2024 NexGen Rising Stars / AMQ Dealer Design Challenge: Uplifting Interiors / Kimball International's Los Angeles Showroom Earns WELL Certified™ Platinum Distinction / KI Receives 2024 Wisconsin 75 Distinguished Performer Award in Sustainability / Spinneybeck Celebrates the Legacy of Erwin Hauer with Design 406 / Artcobell Adds Round Ottoman and Curved Tables to Soft Seating Lounge Line / Introducing Material Matters by Jeannene Doub for Jamie Stern / ASID Introduces Design Finder, A New Hub Connecting Consumers & Designers
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Indiana Furniture Brings Serenity to Working Environments - Indiana Furniture announced they will begin taking orders on Serenity, a new seating collectionthat made its debut during NeoCon.
- Now Available: Lev by Knoll - Height-Adjustable Table, Designed for Today and the Future | A curated, versatile, sit-to-stand solutioN. Lev by Knoll takes the guesswork out of specifying height-adjustable tables. Available in an assortment of popular finishes and options, Lev by Knoll is thoughtfully designed with a quiet aesthetic that harmonizes with the surrounding space and architecture.
- Shaw Contract Introduces Local Landscapes Carpet Tile Collection - Overall, the collection creates a welcoming feel and connects to nature in the surrounding areas.
- UPFRONT: Allsteel Launches Tell Me More Season Two With Episode Co-Solutioning for Sustainability - The episode explores how Pier Shelving addresses challenges in office workplaces and highlights the significance of mutual growth, education and raising awareness around sustainable materials.
- Humanscale Launches a New Residential Designer Trade Program - Now offering 1:1 support, Humanscale helps designers create ergonomic, stylish, and sustainable home workspaces.
- Hightower Aims for Continued Success with Company Promotions - In these roles, company leaders will guide Hightower in advancing its missions as a B Corp, a certified Women's Business Enterprise,and a responsible manufacturer of transparent, sustainable furniture solutions that meet the needs of a diverse range of users.
- Nemo Tile + Stone Unveils Celine: A New Era in Marble-Effect and Patterned Porcelain Tiles - Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the new collection leverages three revolutionary technologies: 3D Tech, SOFT 3D, and P.TECH. The 3D Tech technology aligns various layers of ceramic materials precisely to enhance visual depth and realism, creating an immersive tactile experience.
- New In Classifieds - MOD is looking for Sales Representatives to Join our Growing Team! | MOD, a leader in power, USB charging and lighting solutions for furniture in the workplace, hospitality, education furniture industry is seeking energetic and motivated individuals or groups to join our team. Read more on page 102.
- PLACES - LinkedIn Offices – Bengaluru | From the vibrant reception inspired by local festivals to serene focus zones bathed in natural light, every space evokes a sense of joy and belonging.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Ethnicraft Expands Its Breakthrough Elements Collection / NEW from Carl Hansen & Son: Pushing the Boundaries of Woodwork / KI Reveals Second Annual Classroom Furniture Giveaway Transformations on YouTube / Rooted in Legacy, Reaching New Ground: DES Brings Collaborative Design Expertise to Austin's Emerging Life Science Market with New Local Office / Chris Curley Joins NELSON Worldwide as National Practice Leader, Hospitality / NELSON Worldwide Enhances Team with Strategic New Hires and Promotions / NanaWall Opens Call For Submissions for the 2024 NanaAwards Project and Design Competition / Expert Wall Covering Designers Explore the Cost Effectiveness of Digital Wall Coverings / HNI Corporation Advances Climate Leadership
- The Future is Modular - new Advisory Paper from Schiavello - Schiavello recently published a new Advisory Paper, which explores the advantages of Modular Rooms over fixed architecture in the modern workplace.
- Design Pool and Graphix Unlimited to Exhibit at Healthcare Design Conference + Expo in Indianapolis - Based in East Hampstead, New Hampshire, Design Pool is the only pattern library created exclusively for interior designers, with a focus on commercial interior markets.
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Business of Furniture - August 9, 2024
- Stefanie Schwalb: The BIFMA Breakfast at NeoCon: Inside the Government Approach to Workplace Strategy - Jumping into how people use space—whether it's time, frequency, mobility, or work styles—Jim Harper said that an increased adoption of hybrid work has had a significant influence.
- Stephen Says - "Your Current Title Is What's Keeping You From Your Next Job!" - by Stephen Viscusi - The majority of new positions today are all sales and revenue related. That may mean showing how your current experience drives revenue because that is the most value to a new employer.
- Kirei Launches the Breeze Cloud, Cypher Panel, and Contour Tile, a Part of the First Collection From Carnegie Acoustic Solutions - Within the Hyper Sonic Launch, the Three Products Display Eye-Catching Movement and Texture for Walls and Ceilings
- Landscape Forms Introduces the Rockford Litter Performance Receptacle - Central to the design of the Rockford litter was ensuring an easy and intuitive experience both for people who use the product and for people who service the product.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Solomon Coyle's Fall 2024 PM Training Enrollment Now Open / Groupe Lacasse - Nomination of Laura Brown as Healthcare Sales Manager, East US / Carl Hansen & Son releases Børge Mogensen's Table Bench in Paper Cord Weave / Leading Commercial Furniture & Interior Solutions Provider Empire Office Adds to New York Sales Team / Spectorgroup Welcomes Senior Designer to New York City Office / MiEN Appoints Avron Levin as Senior Director of Furniture Innovation / CultureSpace Named Among 2024's "Best Places to Work" by San Antonio Business Journal / Walking The Talk: Forward Space Wins Again! / IIDA NY Chapter Inaugurates President for 2024-2025 Term / JSI Welcomes Doug Shapiro as New Vice President of Sales / J+J Flooring Channels the Elegance and Practicality of Linen with Step by Step LVT / Calyx by Claridge Welcomes Donna Cannon as East Region Sales Manager / KI Partners with K-12 Expert Jolene Levin to Strengthen Educational Expertise / Fräsch Introduces WÜD: Nature-Inspired Hardwood Prints on Acoustical PET Felt
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Steelcase and Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation Launch Rockford and Galesburg Collections - The collections reintroduce and reinterpret the architect's mid-century Usonian designs with fine modern furniture for home and the workplace.
- Humanscale Launches 'Refreshed' Program: Pioneering a New Era in Circular Design and Sustainability - The B Corp Certified designer and manufacturer takes a bold leap in circular design and sustainable manufacturing to extend the lifespan of products intentionally built for reuse.
- Carnegie Launches New Vinyl-Alternative Coated Upholsteries - Bleach-cleanable, inherently stain-resistant, and antimicrobial, Embellish Print and Botanic Print can be cleaned with hospital-grade disinfectants and are engineered to withstand the rigors of high-traffic environments without compromising on aesthetics.
- UPFRONT: Allsteel Introduces New Poly Shell Seating Colors - The new color options have been perfectly color matched to complement Allsteel paint colors, featuring a strong base of neutrals alongside vibrant, on-trend colors, fitting a range of design needs to ensure cohesion across the office.
- Arcadia Debuts Lineup Series: Tailored Solutions for Evolving Collaborative Environments - With its impressive roster of seating, tables and accessories, Lineup provides all the elements to champion any space, whether it's casual meeting rooms, libraries, lounges, waiting areas or hospitality environments.
- NanaWall Reintroduces Generation 4 Folding Glass Walls as a Full Product Family - A culmination of nearly four decades of innovation, NanaWall is excited to announce the completion of its latest product family, Generation 4. The comprehensive product line of operational folding glass walls provides applications for both residential and commercial interiors and exteriors, offering a modern indoor-outdoor solution for any project and any aesthetic.
- DNM Architecture Collaborates with Nonfiction to Bring Clean Energy to West Africa - Sausalito-based DNM Architecture is collaborating with fellow Bay Area creative firm Nonfiction to design and produce Jaza Solar Hubs – field assembled power centers designed to bring clean, renewable energy to Nigerian localities – while empowering local women to run 100% of operations.
- New In Classifieds - MOD is looking for Sales Representatives to Join our Growing Team! | MOD, a leader in power, USB charging and lighting solutions for furniture in the workplace, hospitality, education furniture industry is seeking energetic and motivated individuals or groups to join our team. Read more on page 128.
- PLACES - Design Partnership Offices – Johannesburg | The initial focus was to achieve the right spatial layout in terms of fit and function.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Jim Cook Joins Välinge Innovation / Carl Hansen & Son Presents the BM0057 Sideboard / Formaspace Announces Integration with CET / N9NE Furniture Group Expands with New Warehouse in Baltimore / Reed from Armadillo's Latest New Icons Collection / With a Blend of Elegance and Functionality, Teknion and Pearson Lloyd Introduce a New Standard in Laptop Tables with Cosi / Teak New York Opens Brooklyn Flagship Showroom / DIRTT Unveils Major ICE® Software Update, Transforming User Experience and Project Management / Mayer Fabrics Welcomes finelinesnw to the Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, & Washington Territories / MillerKnoll Appoints Three Dynamic New Members to its Board of Directors / Interface Selected as One of America's Best Midsize Companies of 2024 by TIME / National Design Firm Mancini Duffy Expands to Southwest Region
- Introducing The Infinity Collection by Rachael H. Grochowski for Jamie Stern Furniture, Carpet, Leather & Fabric: Seating Inspired by Nature, Intended for Gathering - For more than 40 years, Jamie Stern has been a leading interior design resource for furniture, carpet, leather and fabric, working with the country's leading designers and architects on hospitality, corporate and high-end residential projects.
- One Click LCA and U.S. Green Building Council Announce Partnership - One Click LCA is the world-leading end-to-end sustainability platform for construction and manufacturing.
- DIRTT Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results - Revenue of $41.2 million in the second quarter of 2024, a decrease of 8% from the prior year period.
- Interface Reports Second Quarter 2024 Results - One Interface strategy drives growth and profitability expansion; Company raises full year guidance.
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Business of Furniture - July 26 & August 2, 2024
- Stefanie Schwalb: Taking on Tuesday at THE MART: What We Experienced During NeoCon Day Two, Part Two - We ended the day at the Turf Lounge to check out their activation on the 1st floor. While we anxiously await the arrival of their new showroom, coming later this summer, we caught up with Senior Manager, Brand and Marketing, Faraz Shah.
- Tranquil Motifs Found in the Mountains of California Inspire J+J Flooring's Idyllwild Collection - With a sharp design contrast between light and dark, memory care patients, for example, may perceive the presence of a hole or some other kind of obstruction.
- Stephen Says - "You Can Accept One Job Offer, and Still Interview for Another!" - by Stephen Viscusi - So should you accept one job offer, yet still entertain other offers? Do what's best for your career, and for your family. Which always means keeping all your options open.
- Breck's Got Your Back - Available in six curated color options, Breck is a style-savvy addition to Haworth's task chair portfolio. Sitting comfortably has never been simpler.
- Furnishing Modern, Interactive Spaces for Higher Learning - A Case Study of Tangram Interiors' design of collaboration spaces in UCSB's New Interactive Learning Pavilion.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - HBF & HBF Textiles Appoints Jonathan Johnson as New National Sales Manager / Steelcase Earns EcoVadis Gold Rating for Fourth Consecutive Year, Leads Industry in Care for People + Planet / Interface Releases 2023 Impact Report, Highlighting Environmental, Social, & Governance Initiatives / KFI Launches Avalon Lounge Chair / Discover New Outdoor Upholstery with 47% Bio-Based Content / Jenna Geigerman Promoted to President/COO of Hightower / NELSON Worldwide Welcomes Ray Ehscheid as National Practice Leader, Retail / 2024-Q2 Market Outlook Report Now Available / LightArt Unveils Their Acoustic Collection Wood Textures
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Herman Miller Introduces Bamboo-based Upholstery to its Iconic Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman - Adding new materials reflects Herman Miller's ongoing commitment to sustainability across the brand's portfolio.
- Kirei Announces Partnership With ArtLifting - ArtLifting advances access to the art market by connecting artists impacted by disabilities and housing insecurity with socially conscious customers to create meaningful spaces and products.
- Photos: The Rise of Neuroaesthetics at NeoCon 2024 - Each year, thousands of innovative new products for commercial interiors are launched at NeoCon.
- UPFRONT: Introducing New Sil-One Novel Textile Card - Silicone hybrid textile collection that delivers in five days with ExpressShip
- HNI Corporation Second Quarter 2024 Results - Strong second quarter EPS fueled by Workplace Furnishings profit transformation, Kimball International accretion, and Residential Building Products actions.
- Mohawk Second Quarter 2024 Results - Net sales for the second quarter of 2024 were $2.8 billion, a decrease of 5.1% as reported and 4.5% on an adjusted basis versus the prior year.
- New In Classifieds - Contract Furniture Outside Rep | Indoff is expanding and needs experienced outside sales professionals in your area. Read more on page 110.
- PLACES - Bank Hapoalim Offices – Holon | The design of Bank Hapoalim's offices and call center in Holon embodies a style that reflects the company's modest yet stable and solid corporate culture.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Humanscale Contributes World Chairs to the Historic Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art / Bjelin Parent Company, Peranovo Invest AB, in Sustainable Research Project / Minarc Elevates Seating Design with DROPi Hanging Chair / TOCCO Collection Wins 2024 Green Good Design Sustainability Award / Puroptima Expands Midwest Presence With Three New Project Delivery Partners / Mayer Fabrics Welcomes Sara Rankin to the Central and North Florida Territories / Nevers Announces the Availabilty of EKTA Collection on CET / Epaminondas "Nonda" Trimis Joins NELSON Worldwide as Account Leader, Industrial / NEW Hospitality Guide from Ethnicraft / HON Announces Nomination of Trent Rains for NAOPA's Young Executive of the Year 2024
- So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers
Business of Furniture - July 18, 2024
- Stefanie Schwalb: Taking on Tuesday at THE MART: What We Experienced During NeoCon Day Two, Part One - On the 10th floor, we were excited to drop by the SurfaceWorks showroom and spend some time with President Rune Akselberg.
- Ultrafabrics Releases Sustainability Report and Relaunches Volar Bio with Double the Sustainable Content - Volar Bio now has a 66% mix of recycled, rapidly renewable, and bio-based content. Volar Bio's evolution in backcloth construction not only includes certified REPREVE recycled polyester and ECOVERO viscose in the backcloth, but introduces Susterra propanediol bio-based resin. Susterra 1,3 propanediol is a pure, petroleum-free, raw material made from regeneratively farmed U.S. dent corn. It is a key ingredient for producing bio-based resins for leather alternatives.
- Stephen Says - "I Got A Verbal Job Offer, When Do I Resign?" - by Stephen Viscusi - It sounds like what you received what is called a "soft offer." Here's what you should look for in addition to that soft offer before you resign from your current job...
- Ultrafabrics Launches Pumice, an Outdoor Performance Fabric Collection Inspired by Oceanic Depths - The Pumice collection reimagines the wonders of the deep sea through a spectrum of colors including riverstone beige, soft yellow, muted coral, seashell pink, dusty seaglass green, and nautical blue.
- Allseating Launches Dart, a Sophisticated and Versatile Conference Chair - Designed to Accommodate a Wide Range of Meeting Spaces, Dart Inspires Collaboration and Connection
- Rikke Frost's Sideways Lounge Chair & Table for Carl Hansen & Son - The RF1904 Sideways Lounge Chair brings comfort and conversation to a contemporary interior, designed as an extension to the award-winning RF1903 Sideways Sofa by Rikke Frost.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Bjelin Expands US Team / Tom Stringer Design Partners Announces Promotion / Warren St Investors Launches By Three Private Equity-Backed Operators In New York City / Reminder: Access NeoCon 2024 CEUs While You Still Can / 3form Announces Appointment of Sustainability Director / Next Generation Expands EF Contract's Portfolio of Carpeting with Elevated Visuals / Matter Surfaces Intros new PURLINE 1500 / Landscape Forms Appoints Matthew Houser, RLA, ASLA, as Business Development Representative for New York City
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Aarea; Through the Use of Unique Material and Design Innovation Teknion and Pearson Lloyd Reinterpret Conference and Lounge Seating - Aarea is familiar and welcoming in aspect, intuitive and ergonomic in use, and made with minimal components and materials, which speaks to the ingenuity and intelligence of the chair's design.
- HBF Textiles Celebrates Mary Jo Miller's Unforgettable Tenure with 'Memorable' - Mary Jo Miller, Vice President, Design and Creative Direction for HBF Textiles has been the creative visionary behind HBF Textiles for over thirty years. During her tenure, Miller has led the development of a number of award-winning collections and been responsible for translating the works of interior designers, architects and industrial designers into the textile medium. Her own textile collections are experiments with color, texture and graphics and represent some of HBF Textiles best sellers.
- UPFRONT: Thinkspace Expands Footprint in Key U.S. Markets: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Upstate New York & Western Pennsylvania - New Partnerships with Five Dynamic Rep Groups to Elevate Market Presence & Expand Sales
- New In Classifieds - Healthcare Regional Sales Manager - Central & Western US Territory | The Groupe Lacasse Healthcare Regional Sales Manager will be responsible for identifying, developing, securing, and maintaining relationships with new and existing Healthcare clients to generate business opportunities and revenue for the company. This role requires a self-starter mentality, as the salesperson will be responsible for researching and identifying potential new Healthcare clients, networking, and making cold calls.. Read more on page 88.
- PLACES - PTT Global Chemical Offices – Bangkok | The design team proposed one zone one color concept but rather than using primary colors literally designers use tone in tone idea instead.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Carnegie Launches Xorel Cruise, Sustainable, Stylish, and Safe Wallcoverings for Cruise Ship Interiors / DIFFA Elects Tom Polucci of HOK as Chairman of the Board of Trustees / AIA Chicago Announces Moody Nolan as Recipient of 2024 Firm Award / Get Comfortable with Steeve Lou from Arper / Sequoia from Armadillo's latest New Icons Collection / Unveiling Concertex NappaTile's Latest Patterns - NappaTile Mosaics Re-envisioned in Curated Hues
- So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers
Business of Furniture - July 11, 2024
- Stefanie Schwalb: The Art of Design: Making Our Way to Fulton Market—and Beyond, Part Two - To wrap up a long day split between THE MART and Fulton Market, we decided to end the day at the Allseating showroom for the brand's annual party, which was well worth the trip.
- Introducing Portals Room: The Future of Flexible Meeting Spaces - Debuting at NeoCon as a concept, Spacestor received overwhelmingly positive feedback from some of the most successful global companies, who's workplace strategies will benefit from Portals Room.
- Stephen Says - "A Question About Those Pesky "References" Again!" - by Stephen Viscusi - Extend the interview process by increasing the meetings between you and the candidate to more times than you are doing now. Just the two of you. If you're interviewing a candidate two times, make it four times; if you're interviewing four times, make it five or six times.
- Conversa Offers Endless Configurations for Contract Spaces - Conversa offers a versatile seating solution, comprising of modular seating and table units, allowing for endless arrangement possibilities.
- Dyer Brown: Office Design for Historic Buildings Embodies Future of Workplace - Dyer Brown's bespoke environment for 20 Brattle is crafted to foster creativity and collaboration.
- LINAK: Celebrating 30 Years Improving Lives in the US - Thirty years ago, LINAK U.S. Inc. was established in Louisville, Kentucky, marking a significant chapter for the company and the visionary leadership of founder and CEO, Bent Jensen.
- Apartment Zero Celebrates 25 Years of Industrial Design Innovation through Cultural Diplomacy - A cultural touchstone, Apartment Zero continues to present the work of the up-and-coming with the same level of enthusiasm enjoyed by their network of established, renowned contemporary designers from around the globe.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Gibson Interior Products Added to Hightower Dealer Network / Landscape Forms Earns Its Sixth Straight Great Place to Work Certification / KI Launches New Graded Laminates Program, Elevating Customization and Flexibility in Furniture Design / Configura Expands Its Commercial Interiors Product Line in Q2 2024 / NELSON Worldwide Moves into New Chicago Office / Allseating Awarded Contract with Equalis Group / Loll Designs NEW Colorways
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Howe Unveils Folding Surfaces: Transforming Flexible Workspaces - Folding Surfaces is a mobile, battery-powered double-folding bench designed for flexible workspaces. Winner of the 2024 Best of NeoCon Business Impact Award, it offers effortless mobility, stability, and on-demand power. Designed for sustainability, it features disassembly for easy repair, responsibly sourced materials, and a recyclable steel frame. Folding Surfaces redefines workspace dynamics, supporting modern hybrid work environments.
- BOS Holdings Acquires Leading Corporate Signage Firm - A properly designed, installed and maintained sign, enhances your bottom line.
- An American-Japanese Success Story: Ultrafabrics at 25, Celebrating a Quarter Century of Textile Innovation - For the last four years, Ultrafabrics has had an external consultant working closely with the Japanese team researching innovations like fabric dyes from food waste such as coffee and matcha tea, and new bio-based inputs.
- UPFRONT: Humanscale Leads in Sustainability with its Chicago Showroom - The Fulton Market space is designated as Living Building Challenge 4.0 Ready, a framework for sustainable building design and performance established by the International Living Future Institute.
- New In Classifieds - Healthcare Regional Sales Manager - Central & Western US Territory | The Groupe Lacasse Healthcare Regional Sales Manager will be responsible for identifying, developing, securing, and maintaining relationships with new and existing Healthcare clients to generate business opportunities and revenue for the company. This role requires a self-starter mentality, as the salesperson will be responsible for researching and identifying potential new Healthcare clients, networking, and making cold calls.. Read more on page 92.
- PLACES - Techspence Coaching Centre Offices – Kozhikode | Minimal and functional, the Techspence office by Artystry is a space that is relaxed and unrestrictive in both movement and fresh ideas for its young staff.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Shaw Contract Sponsors Hip Hop Architecture Camp in Atlanta / Designing a Better Chicago Announces 2024 Grant Recipients / Hill Woodworks Owner Chris Foltz Awarded Women of Influence Award / The Agility Company Introduces its Newest Fixed Table Base, Dynamis, Available in Three Heights / Aceray's Tango Line of Seating Designed to Perform in Hospitality Spaces / Revolutionize HVAC Performance with Invi Air's 1-Slot Round Diffuser / SANAYI313's Stainless Steel Martini Tables
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