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Business of Furniture - November 15, 2024
- Stefanie Schwalb: BDNY Heads Back to the Javits As Hospitality Elements Level Up in Sensory Experiences - "I think there's more exhibitors or at least the quality of the exhibitors are higher. The show has a good approach and it's growing better each year."
- Revolutionary & Evolutionary: Knoll Introduces a Revival of the Morrison Hannah Chair - Bruce Hannah has made a career of mastering modern technology and materials to create efficient, practical products.
- Tayco Launches the New Studi Table: A Game-Changer for Dynamic Workspaces - Designed to cater to the evolving needs of modern workspaces, the Studi Table is a mobile, multifunctional table that enhances the versatility of office environments. Whether for classrooms, training rooms, or collaborative spaces, the Studi Table seamlessly integrates into any setting, offering unparalleled convenience and functionality.
- ASK STEPHEN - "Hate Them Or Love Them, You Gotta Drink With Them" - Stephen Viscusi - Listen, I'm not telling you to go out with your colleagues whenever they invite you out, but if it has gotten to the point where you are worried the people you work with think you don't like them, it seems to me it's probably worth getting a white wine with them once a month or so.
- Sander from Scandinavian Spaces - The sleek and roomy Sander portrays a subtle nod to the beloved 1950s era of Scandinavian design while staying classically modern. The details are beyond beautiful. With a curved veneer back and gentle contour, the solid wood chair effortlessly balances its distinct, sophisticated look with all-day comfort.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - DARRAN Furniture Accepted as a Member of "Be Original Americas" / Spec Furniture Launches New CEU "Accessibility Considerations: Purposeful Design for All" to Promote Inclusive Interior Design / The Mitchell Group Introduces Two New Offerings from its Mitchell Collection / Clear Design Achieves Indoor Air Quality Certification across its FAST Program Product Lines / FilzFelt Launches Nest Baffle, a Series of Contoured and Linear Acoustic Panels / KI Names 12 Finalists in Third Annual Classroom Furniture Giveaway for K-12 Educators / Tangram Interiors Appoints Nick Meter as President / Herman Miller's OE1 Sit-to-Stand Table designed by Industrial Facility receives Archiproducts Design Award / New Director of Sales Indicates Expansion Across North America for Camira Group / HBF Textiles Wins Two Awards in it's Debut at BDNY 2024 / Heller Celebrates Modern Design with New Launches at BDNY 2024 / Ethnicraft Showcased 2024 Novelties at BDNY
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Keilhauer Elevates Healthcare Lounge Seating with Neesh - The celebrated Neesh lounge chair, now adapted for healthcare use, offers all the attributes essential for supportive and accessible seating.
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Fridae Lounge Collection by Keilhauer Brings a Refined Approach to the New Workplace Casual - A blend of sleek lines and easygoing elegance, the latest collection is inspired by the evolving workplace trends.
- Watson Furniture Invites You to Work Outside the Lines with Latest Collection, Allé - The Allé collection feels at home in any setting, seamlessly supporting everything from focused solo work to team collaboration.
- UPFRONT: Nova from Humanscale - Lighting Up Workspaces - Versatility meets excellence with Humanscale's Nova, a LED task light that is available in a range of colors and mounting options.
- Teknion and Koncept Lighting Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver Comprehensive Lighting Solutions for Modern Workspaces - This partnership between Teknion Corporation and Koncept Lighting represents a significant step forward in advancing the future of workplace design, underscoring their shared commitment to innovation, sustainability, and user-centricity.
- Trauma Informed Design - Trauma Informed Design considerations may deter dysregulation; however, it will be impossible to completely prevent all individuals from becoming dysregulated in all situations – through no fault of the individual or the design.
- Artaic Teams Up With Wildlife Artist and Conservationist Guy Harvey on a Mosaic Design Collection - A portion of sales from the collection benefits ocean conservation through the Guy Harvey Foundation.
- New In Classifieds - BYRNE: Business Development Executive - West Territory | Byrne is seeking a Business Development Executive to join our Sales Team in the West Territory. We are a fast-paced and fun environment, with a collaborative mindset. This individual will plan, direct, and coordinate sales strategy to new diverse markets. Read more on page 104.
- PLACES - Bank Negara Indonesia Offices – Singapore | The design team has designed the back of the house to accommodate the diverse needs of various departments – featuring a mix of private offices, open-concept workspaces that facilitate open communication and collaboration among the employees and various-sized meeting rooms tailored to different group needs, incorporating acoustic features to ensure content privacy.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Nemo Tile + Stone Leases Slab Gallery in New Jersey / HLW Achieves Renewal of Just 2.0 Label / Winners Announced for the 2024 NanaAwards Project and Design Competition / A Night of Craftsmanship and Luxury: Bakes & Kropp and SubZero's Craft Ale & Caviar Event / Botany Birmingham Brings Lush Interior Plantscaping to Birmingham and Metro Detroit / JLL and IE University Launch Award Program to Grow Top Design Talent Globally / emuamericas Unveils Café Collection of Seating Solutions / Armadillo Releases Its Second Impact Report
- So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers
Business of Furniture - November 8, 2024
- ASK STEPHEN - "Why Remote Working Will Disappear in 2025" - Stephen Viscusi - You know how I feel. Since the pandemic has ended, I've said it a million times, people selling office furniture need to work from an office! Otherwise, what's the point.
- Forward Space Celebrates 10 Years of "Growing Together" - Forward Space celebrates its 10th anniversary, highlighting its growth and partnerships since its founding in 2014 through the merger of two Steelcase dealerships. Under CEO Jenny Niemann, the company has expanded into Milwaukee and received numerous awards for its workplace culture and design excellence.
- Fräsch Makes Addition to Popular STRATAWOOD Collection with HEX - The original STRATAWOOD and STRATAWOOD 2x2 have both been major successes in the commercial market.
- Room & Board Showcases the Graft Collection at BDNY in a New Expansion of the Urban Wood Project - The Urban Wood Project first began in Baltimore with an initiative between Room & Board and the USDA Forest Service, working with local and national partners around the country to source wood that is destined for landfills, reclaiming it into unique, modern furnishings.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - AIS Introduces New Pillows Program / HON Hosts Career Day To Connect Emerging Designers With Industry Experts / We Are Makers – Haworth Returns to Orgatec / Create School Spirit with Chromatyx Printed Porcelain / LightArt's D1 Coil Pendants Weave Together the Past and Future at Tech Giant's Storied Manhattan Office / Tarkett Wins 6 MarCom Awards / Integra Seating Achieves BIFMA LEVEL®1 Certification for 35-Plus Products / Statement from the U.S. Green Building Council on the 2024 Election Results
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Indiana Furniture Introduces Synergy Collaborative to Outfit Today's Office Needs - As the workforce changes and offices embrace new hybrid and collaborative work models, the way we work in spaces is evolving.
- Encore Introduces Sunny Kids: The Latest Addition to the Sunny Family - Serving as the ultimate companion for little dreamers and big imaginations, Sunny Kids is a delightful blend of fun and functionality.
- UPFRONT: Monitor Arm - A Desk Accessory to Advance Productivity - Humanscale's extensive collection of monitor arms, which range from single monitor (M2.1) to six monitors (M/Flex for M2.1 M8.1 and M10), allow the product to seamlessly integrate into all desk spaces to meet a variety of configuration needs.
- CWC Expands Savannah Presence with Mason Inc. Acquisition - CWC, a trusted leader in office solutions in Atlanta since 1929, is expanding its presence in the region by acquiring Mason Inc., a respected family-owned office solutions provider that has dedicatedly served the area since 1892.
- With The Orbit's Orbit, the Salone del Mobile.Milano is Reinterpreting its Narration of Made in Italy Design in Shanghai - There was a great turnout and appreciation for the new format devised by the Salone del Mobile for the Chinese market, which combined the best of Italian design with a modern, agile and engaging proposal – proof of the relevance of Italian furniture in this geographical area and the Salone's ability to bring different markets, cultures and design visions into dialogue.
- CIFF Shanghai 2024: Where Design Took Center Stage - The 54th CIFF Shanghai 2024, which concluded successfully last September, served as a dedicated venue for advancing design in China's high-end furniture and interior design market.
- New In Classifieds - BYRNE: Business Development Executive - West Territory | Byrne is seeking a Business Development Executive to join our Sales Team in the West Territory. We are a fast-paced and fun environment, with a collaborative mindset. This individual will plan, direct, and coordinate sales strategy to new diverse markets. Read more on page 78.
- PLACES - Jindal Group Offices – New Delhi | The office is arranged around a large central courtyard featuring grand sculptures by Subodh Gupta. Various vantage points into this courtyard are available throughout the office space.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Landscape Forms' Operations Engineering Manager, Charles Washburn, Honored with Michigan Manufacturing Association's 2024 Emerging Leader Award / Inclusive Design / Ware Malcomb Announces Hire Of Kacy Rhoades, Promotions Of Jesse Carano And Manny Nuno In Denver / DIRTT Reports Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results
- So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers
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