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Business of Furniture - March 21, 2025
- Mynt – Sit Differently - Vitra's new versatile chair combines an appealing home-like aesthetic with the performance of an office chair.
- ASK STEPHEN - "I Took The Counteroffer, But It Backfired!" - Stephen Viscusi - When and if you feel you're deserving, and if your company doesn't have an annual performance review process; you should ask for a meeting with your boss and explain why you feel you deserve an increase on your base salary.
- KI Introduces Clamber Tiered Seating - A bold, interactive adventure for learning spaces
- Beau from Boss Design: The Modular Seating System That Puts a Huge Emphasis on Comfort - Smooth, organic curves combine with indulgent proportions and softnes for a modular lounge system providing an unsurpassed level of comfort.
- Acoustical Solutions that Whisper from Momentum Textiles & Wallcovering - These hyperfunctional solutions offer a new repertoire from Momentum to create calm, engaging, and sound-conscious spaces.
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: HON x Mayer Fabrics Expand Textile Offering with 2 New Textile Cards - Building on the success of their 2024 partnership launch, HON, a leader in functional workplace and education furniture design and innovation, and Mayer Fabrics have expanded their collaboration with two new performance textile cards.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Kimball International Announces Fifth Season of Their Alternative Design Podcast / Spinneybeck and Lars Beller Fjetland Collaboration Modernizes a Mid-Century Motif / KI to Anchor Design Innovation in Chicago's Fulton Market / Artaic Reinforces its Commitment to Sustainability by Making Eco-Friendly Mosaics More Accessible / NanaWall Introduces the CERO Minimal Sill, Offering a Shallow, Barely-There Design / Configura Announces Revitalized Event with Excelerate 2025 / "Untold Truths of the Design Industry" Presented at ASID NJ Student & Emerging Professionals Week / BLUE: The New Fashion- Infused Wallcovering Collection from Wolf-Gordon / Next Up: A Body Conscious Approach to Furniture in Learning Environments
- Landscape Forms Presents Louis: Modernist Inspiration Meets Urban Versatility - Designed to enhance "slow-velocity spaces" such as plazas, parks, and recreational areas, Louis establishes unobstructed planes of illumination that encourage social interaction and public engagement.
- Hendrick Unveils the Reimagined Americold Corporate Headquarters in Atlanta, GA - With a neutral palette, textured materials, and strategic upgrades, the space combines timeless elegance with contemporary functionality.
- UPFRONT: Humanscale, Proudly B Corp Certified, Leads the Charge for Commercial Furniture Companies in Sustainability and Planet Positive Manufacturing - March marks B Corp Month - celebrating companies that have accomplished B Corp certification and the positive social and environmental impact and responsibility those brands have, as a force for good.
- NeoCon 2025 at THE MART: The Ultimate Hub for Design & Discovery - THE MART continues its design legacy with major expansions, new showrooms, and exhibitors for the 56th edition of the show.
- Drafting Futures: Conversations about Next Perspectives - Four days of conversations between project and visions; two round tables on the new business opportunities. Among theprotagonists: Valeria Segovia, Bjarke Ingels, Lesley Lokko, Paolo Sorrentino.
- ergoCentric Wins German Design Award 2025 for Frixion - Recognized for Excellence in Product Design – Materials and Surfaces
- New In Classifieds - Furniture Installation Project Manager - Russ Bassett | Russ Bassett is a leading manufacturer of modular console furniture designed for mission-critical settings. This role focuses specifically on the niche market of Air Traffic Control (ATC), encompassing both Towers and ATC Radar Facilities. Read more on page 120.
- PLACES - Mula Design Studio Offices – Jakarta | Every element of the office reflects Mula's belief in "Good Story, Great Design." From its seamless spatial transitions to the thoughtful balance of openness and privacy, the design fosters a dynamic, inspiring, and human-centered work environment.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - TED Showcases ThinkLab's Research on Gen-Z's Role in Fixing the Workforce / Nemo Tile + Stone Announces Ron Silano as President / Exciting Leadership Transition at RJE! / Source International Enhances CET Extension to Elevate User Experience / Ultrafabrics Introduces New Director Of Merchandising Kimberle Frost / A new era for Bjelin Group / Pedrali Announces a New Collaboration with Yusuke Kawai / Ankrom Moisan Strengthens Team With 19 Strategic Promotions Across Diverse Teams
- So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers
Business of Furniture - March 14, 2025
- Introducing Cozy: Allsteel & SEAQUAL's Latest Sustainable Innovation - The new textile options embody a soft, comfortable feel, but lead with sustainable construction thanks to SEAQUAL® upcycled marine litter yarns.
- ASK STEPHEN - "I'm Off To Salone and So Excited!" - Stephen Viscusi - What advice can I give you for a first-time attendee of Salone, you ask? First thing’s first: wear comfortable shoes! Because you will be walking a lot.
- Bringing Spaces to Life: The Power of Biophilia - Incorporating biophilia doesn't have to require a major investment in design.
- New 3D Cloud Study Shows 3D Product Configurators are a Must-Have For Contract Interior Designers - 2025 Provoke Insights and 3D Cloud survey of contract interior designers finds 3D configurators boost efficiency, loyalty, and sales.
- Tangram Interiors Furnishes Jones Middle School, Sets New Standard for Prosper ISD - All in all, Tangram's work in Jones Middle School has established the furniture and design standard for all future middle schools in the district, allowing for continued success as Prosper ISD grows.
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Turf Expands Ceiling Scapes Portfolio with Step and Pantheon - Step brings flexibility in color and depth, creating dynamic aesthetics and acting as acoustic building blocks for architects and designers.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Teknion Achieves BIFMA LEVEL 3 Certification Across All Products, Brands, and North American Facilities / Enhance Design and Creativity: Pininfarina Launches Its First Ever Academy / Chemetal Enters Spring 2025 with New Brass and Industrial Metals / Lightcorp Looks to Generate Some Buzz with its Latest Launch / IIDA NY Partners with Acclaimed National TV Series / Revolutionizing the Future of Design: Arcadis Launches The Design Perspective / Humanscale's Float Mini and Trea Win Distinguished iF Design Award / PolyBak Receives Declare Label - Confirmed Red List Free / Salone del Mobile.Milano: On its Way - Countdown to the 63rd Edition
- Nemo Tile + Stone Opens of Nemo Slab Collection Gallery in New Jersey - To further enhance the experience for industry professionals, the Gallery will host hands-on durability workshops, offering the community the chance to deepen their knowledge of the differentslab materials on the market, as well as installation and fabrication techniques.
- DecoScape Introduces the Bosca Collection - Designed to meet the demands of A&D industry professionals, DecoScape's collections provide unparalleled flexibility and customization.
- UPFRONT: Hempitecture Receives $10.5 Million+ to Reduce Embodied Carbon in the Built Environment - As the company continues to grow, most recently expanding their footprint in the New York and Tennessee regions, Hempitecture has also participated in a second round of crowdfunding that received support from over 900 backers.
- Integrated Design Firm JZA+D Opens New York City Office, Expanding Reach and Architecture Client Base - Princeton, N.J.-based firm with global portfolio and local focus brings innovation, advocacy, and expertise to Manhattan and New York metro region.
- Feeney Introduces New LaserCut Collection in Collaboration with Award-Winning Designer Kerrie Kelly - Feeney Unveils Nine Stylish DesignRail® LaserCut Panels, Blending Artistry and Architectural Elegance
- Pininfarina and Green House Unveil MODO at Expo Revestir: A New Vision for Outdoor Living - An innovative fusion of design excellence and outdoor comfort.
- From Hawaii to the World, WATG Reflects on 80 Years of Transformative Architecture and Design - Honoring the Past and Designing the Future, WATG Marks a Milestone Anniversary
- New In Classifieds - ECD is looking for Independent Rep Groups | Ergonomic Comfort Design, Inc., ECD, is a 30+ year old seating manufacturer based in Southern California. We provide seating solutions for healthcare, education, government and business, helping to create dynamic, comfortable ergonomic environments throughout the west coast. Read more on page 100.
- PLACES - Central Cervecera Offices – Bogota | One of the main challenges was reusing much of the existing furniture, glass partitions, doors, and other elements without compromising the new design intent.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Armadillo Celebrates B Corp Month by Expanding Philanthropic Efforts to Support New Causes / With Morné Coetzer Joining the Houston Team, FMG Further Strengthens Its Organization by Adding Best-in-Class Talent / Maria VanDeman Named Director of Design Strategy at OFS / AHF Reorganizes Commercial Sales Team / Haworth Group Posts $2.5 Billion 2024 Global Sales / Best in Class Awarded to 29 Haworth Dealers
- So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers
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