Smart Choices for Modern Homes
The International Casual Furnishings Association has announced the finalists for the 2024 Apollo Awards, the program that recognizes retail excellence in the sales and marketing of outdoor furnishings. Finalists must demonstrate outstanding accomplishments plus a commitment to customer service and dedication to professional development for their staff. The finalist is recognized as an exceptional dealer
Read MoreSAN FRANCISCO — AI-powered commercial real estate furnishing platform Inhabitr has secured $27 million in Series B funding led by Hamilton Ventures, alongside other commercial real estate owners and operators. The investment will support Inhabitr’s goal to furnish more than 100,000 units by the end of 2025, particularly focusing on the B2B sector, including hospitality,
Read MoreNEW YORK – Macy’s Inc. has set a deadline for corporate staff to move back to the New York City area and for those already there to start clocking time in the office. According to Bloomberg, Macy’s issued a mandate yesterday that requires all employees in the New York area to spend at least two
Read MoreKATHMANDU, Nepal — S.N. Joshi & Sons held a grand opening for the first Ashley store in Nepal on April 20. Located in Teku, Kathmandu 44600, the 4,900-square-foot store is S.N. Joshi & Sons’ first Ashley store and will employ approximately 15 people. “Ashley is known for its quality and wide range of products, raising the
Read MoreSAN FRANCISCO — Top 100 retailer Williams-Sonoma, Inc. announced that its Williams Sonoma and Williams Sonoma Home brands have a new mobile iOS shopping app. Designed to deliver a seamless and convenient shopping experience, the new Williams Sonoma mobile app allows customers to shop curated collections of products, create and manage registries on the go,
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Nestled in the heart of Ukraine’s vibrant capital, this 42.5 square meter gem by Anastasia Tarasenko exemplifies how limited space can be transformed into an expansive canvas of style and function. Each corner of the residence is a testament to the magic of thoughtful design, showcasing an eclectic mix of rich colors, contemporary furnishings, and
Read MoreEAST BRADENTON, Fla. – The U.S. Dept. of Labor has ordered Florida-based outdoor furniture manufacturer Alumatech to pay more than $92,000 in back wages to workers. After an investigation, the DOL found the company failed to pay eight employees overtime rates as required for working more than 40 hours in a week. The workers were
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PALO ALTO, Calif. — Home design and remodeling platform Houzz used the Houzz Pro business management and marketing software to create designs inspired by four musicians hot off the tour circuit: Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Chris Stapleton and Madonna. “Designing these spaces was like curating the perfect playlist, where every element — from the overall layout
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After a six-year construction period, the Dorchester Collection makes its debut in the Middle East with the Lana, Dubai. French design agency Gilles & Boissier spearheaded the design of the hotel’s lobby, restaurants, guestrooms, and spa. Breaking from the style of Dorchester’s European locations, the firm’s concept draws from the desert landscape of Dubai and
Read MoreHICKORY, N.C. — Sherrill Furniture has made several leadership changes, which it says are better aligned with its key strategic growth initiatives. Tom Zaliagiris has been promoted to senior vice president of sales for all the brands under Sherrill Furniture, after serving eight years as vice president of sales with the Precedent brand. Reporting to
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