Business of Furniture - January 17, 2025
- ASK STEPHEN - "A Case for Firing the Bottom 10%" - Stephen Viscusi - As far as your specific question about my quoting the late JackWelch in the past and his "10% theory," here is what I think.
- HB Workplaces Acquires MBI Seattle to Expand Workplace Solutions Across the Pacific Northwest - For over 50 years, MBI has been trusted by Seattle businesses to create inspiring, functional work environments. This acquisition will allow HB Workplaces to provide Seattle businesses with industry-leading workplace solutions and operational excellence to bring projects to life.
- BASK Celebrates Minority-Owned Business Certification, Leading the Charge in Tailored, Innovative Commercial Furniture Solutions - Owner Adam Mims shares inspiring reflections on this achievement, its personal and historical importance, and what it means for the future of the industry.
- Keilhauer Launches Two New Products - The extension on Keilhauer's celebrated Pact Sofa line eliminates the traditional trade-off between time and customization. Available in lounge and side chair designs, Hout brings the soft look that office spaces are craving.
- Carnegie and Skyfold Announce Partnership in Alignment With Sustainability Efforts - The collaboration allows for endless design possibilities. A fresh selection of Carnegie Xorel products pre-approved for application on Skyfold's Vertically Folding Retractable Walls for quick, easy, and competitively priced specification.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - HON's Nucleus Task Chair Wins GOOD DESIGN Award / 9to5 Seating and Ultrafabrics "Impress the Senses" Card Refresh / The Mitchell Group Welcomes 2025 with Two New Sta-Kleen Silicone Patterns / Subtle, Soft, and Fluid, Meet Ease, Fresco + Limn / Configura Wraps Up 2024 with User-Driven Growth / Smith System/Steelcase Learning Named Exclusive Sponsor of 2025 EDmarket NexGen Rising Stars / KI Featured on HGTV Series Home Town as Victorian Home Is Remodeled Into K-12 School / Meet the Settle Outdoor Series by Anderssen & Voll for Muuto
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Kimball International Announces New Products and Fresh Enhancements - Kimball International has shared new products and fresh enhancements designed to support workplace, education, and healthcare spaces.
- Landscape Forms Expanding Manufacturing, Bringing Jobs and Economic Growth to Southwest Michigan - World-class facility will set standard for sustainability and incorporate whole-person wellness into manufacturing.
- UPFRONT: Sit Smarter with Humanscale's Award Winning Smart Conference Chair - Humanscale's Smart Conference Chair is a sophisticated, stylish, and luxurious seat, which takes intuitive comfort to the next level.
- Scandinavian Spaces Introduces Still Life - The chair that brings beauty back into the workplace.
- BOS Holdings Announces Key Leadership Promotions to Drive Growth and Enhance Customer & Employee Experience - One of the largest Haworth dealerships in the world, BOS has been a leader in the commercial interiors industry for over 77 years.
- KEM STUDIO Honored as AIA Kansas City's "Firm of the Year" - KEM STUDIO is celebrating 20 years of innovation in architecture and industrial design.
- Loftwall Adds Sound Masking Solutions to Its Privacy Arsenal - Loftwall's sound masking isn't about silencing noise; it's about making spaces work better for the people in them.
- New In Classifieds - Join Artopex: Territory Managers & Manufacturer Reps Needed! | Artopex is a leading Canadian manufacturer of innovative office furniture solutions. We are seeking dynamic and results-driven: Territory Managers for Texas (San Antonio & Austin only) & Georgia; Manufacturer Rep Group for North & South Carolina; Territory Manager or Manufacturer Rep Group for Ohio, Kentucky, Michigan & Eastern Indiana. Read more on page 98.
- PLACES - AngloGold Ashanti Offices – Johannesburg | Giant Leap partnered with AngloGold Ashanti to provide a seamless, end-to-end turnkey design and build service, to the highest of international standards for their new offices.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - //3877 Expands Interiors Team With Three New Hires / MergeWorks Expands Sales Leadership Team to Better Serve Regional Markets / Plaster: A Crafted Surface With an Organic Essence / Fellowes Contract Interiors Enhances CET Extension with Upgraded Volo® and New Titan™ Modular Wall Series / Forest Hill Study: A Space for Reconnection and Reflection / Kimball International Proudly Offers Seaqual Fabrics, Created From Marine Plastic
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Business of Furniture - January 10, 2025
- ASK STEPHEN - "Is a Prima Donna Salesperson Holding Your Company Hostage?" - Stephen Viscusi - Hmmm... so what you're telling me is that this employee is well-liked by customers, generating lots of revenue for your company, and seems to be in some way, admired by his colleagues to the extent they're starting to mimic his behavior.
- Flokk Announces Strategic Expansion into the North American Market - Key Executives Form a New Leadership Team at Flokk US to Lead a Diverse Portfolio of Brands.
- Carnegie Acoustic Solutions Announces Three New Xorel Artform Products - Spline 3D, Lift 3D, and Barrel 3D Help Lower the Faders on Distracting Ambient Noise and Create Pitch-Perfect Aesthetics
- Bring the Outside in With Cross Contour and Hexadecimal Planters by Arcadia - Cross Contour and Hexadecimal planters redefine traditional shapes with their geometric appeal. Available in various sizes and colors, they offer endless possibilities for creative arrangements, bringing a sense of nature indoors. Whether grouped together or placed individually, they elevate spaces while fostering connection and well-being.
- Four NARBUTAS products receive the prestigious German Design Award - The collections entered in the competition are some of the latest in the NARBUTAS product range. They meet the needs of today's offices, emphasise the importance of employee well-being and encourage creativity and collaboration.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Solomon Coyle Launches YE2024 Operational Performance and Financial Benchmarking Survey / IDA Design Celebrates 20 Years of Innovation and Excellence in Industrial Design / DeskMakers and Peter Pepper Products Welcome Josh Carlberg as Vice President of Product Development and Product Management / AIS Offers New Sleek Bryce Indoor Wire Lounge / Studio TK Commits to a Collaborative Partnership with Outdoor Furniture Brand POINT / BIFMA Releases New Material Database for the Furniture Industry: SOURCE by BIFMA / Concertex Introduces Two Fresh NappaTile Designs / Ruder Group Rebrands as Two Point, Ushering in a New Chapter / Legrand | AV To Showcase Innovative Solutions at ISE 2025
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Fellowes Launches Titan™ Frameless, the Most Adaptable Modular Wall - The new Titan Frameless modular wall system transforms your space quickly and sustainably – designed for seamless installation and future adaptability. Titan provides a low-profile trim for a minimalistic design or three interchangeable trim design options that allow for low-cost future refreshes.
- Form Meets Function: Room & Board and Gensler Debut Their First Collaborative Design - The Lincoln Desk Collection marries American craftsmanship with ergonomic versatility, crafted for both home and work environments.
- UPFRONT: New Year, New Workspaces - Kick off the new year with elevated workspace wellness, featuring Humanscale's impressive assortment of ergonomic furnishings.
- Carnegie Introduces Xorel Luxe: A New Benchmark in Sustainable Luxury - Five Elegant, Cradle-to-Cradle Gold-Certified Patterns are Made From Renewable Sugarcane, Reducing Carbon Footprint Without Compromising Beauty
- Luum Textiles Welcomes New Creative Director, Dorothy Cosonas - Cosonas' unique approach to design will build upon Luum's successful portfolio and broaden the brand's reach.
- Allseating Introduces Enhancements to L1, Rainbow, and Ayles Collections - Rainbow's New Finishes, L1's Highback, and Ayles Tablet Enhance Beloved Products for Greater Comfort and Functionality
- CIFF Guangzhou 2025 - A new ecosystem of sustainable Office and Commercial Space takes center stage.
- New In Classifieds - Join Artopex: Territory Managers & Manufacturer Reps Needed! | Artopex is a leading Canadian manufacturer of innovative office furniture solutions. We are seeking dynamic and results-driven: Territory Managers for Texas (San Antonio & Austin only) & Georgia; Manufacturer Rep Group for North & South Carolina; Territory Manager or Manufacturer Rep Group for Ohio, Kentucky, Michigan & Eastern Indiana. Read more on page 88.
- PLACES - MY.GAMES Offices – Limassol, Cyprus | The design thoughtfully integrates elements of gaming culture, with walls adorned with graphics and patterns inspired by MY.GAMES' titles.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Solomon Coyle's Winter 2025 PM Training Enrollment Now Open / Bjelin Launches Herringbone 2.0 Collection to North America / MillerKnoll Earns Equality 100 Award in Human Rights Campaign Foundation's 2025 Corporate Equality Index / Keter Group Appoints Udi Sagi as New CEO / IIDA NY Equity Council Lunchtime Series: Belonging & Identity / Clerkenwell Design Week Announces the CDW 2025 Product Awards
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Business of Furniture - December 27, 2024 & January 3, 2025
- ASK STEPHEN - "My Bosses Don't Recognize My Talent Unless I Raise My Hand" - Stephen Viscusi - Here is a bit of Viscusi advice to everyone reading this – simply do not be offended if you need to ask for a promotion. That's just how it goes. After all, you should be constantly selling yourself, and you are your own brand ambassador.
- Worklab Expands to Downtown Ada: A New Hub for Entrepreneurs and Remote Workers - A membership with Worklab provides access to a range of premium features designed for professionals and businesses. Full-Time Members enjoy 24/7 access to BOTH Worklab locations.
- Fräsch Expands Popular FAZR Line with FAZR Wall - Fräsch has launched FAZR Wall, an innovative acoustic wall panel system that combines superior sound control with a modern aesthetic, available in 36 colors and wood grain finishes. Designed for sustainability, it enhances various environments while maintaining eco-friendly standards.
- ORGATEC WORKSPACE Saudi Arabia from 2025 in Riyadh - Koelnmesse and dmg events are joining forces to bring their leading brands, ORGATEC and WORKSPACE, on a joint platform in Saudi Arabia.
- Nassimi Reaffirms Environmental Stewardship with Release of Annual Sustainability Report - Report Highlights Milestones, Sets Ambitious Goals, and Reflects on 20+ Years of Sustainability Leadership
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Jeff Turk Returns to Guide Formaspace's Next Chapter / Susan Pilato Joins NeoCon Advisory Council / Global Furniture Group, USA Adds to its Growing Team in the Northeast and South Florida / Introducing the New Mayer + JSI Midway Coated + Performance Card / Making Its 18th Appearance, EFE 2025 Gets Better and Better and Welcomes Quality Buyers From Over 140 Countries / 2025 BIFMA Learning Series Beginning-of-Year Schedule / Kathy Pierce: An Industry Rock Star Retires
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Artcobell Releases the Ted Table - We all knew a "Ted" in high school.
- Andreu World Announces the Winning Project of the 23rd International Design Contest - The contest emphasized its solidarity with Valencia and support for those affected by the DANA storms.
- UPFRONT: Humanscale's Freedom 25 Chair Wins Best of Year Award - The Freedom 25th Anniversary Signature Edition has been recognized as a winner of Interior Design's 2024 Best of Year Awards.
- Spacestor: Top Trends in Education for 2025: Designing Spaces for the Future of Learning - The rise of hybrid and blended learning models, combining in-person and online instruction, continues to redefine educational environments.
- NEWH, Inc. Awards $75K in Scholarships During BDNY 2024 - Association Celebrates 40 Years of Empowering the Next Generation of Hospitality Leaders
- MillerKnoll Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results - Consolidated net sales in the second quarter were up 2.2% year-over-year, driven by strength in International Contract & Specialty and in Americas Contract. Maintaining gross margin strength, with consolidated gross margins of 38.8% in the quarter.
- New In Classifieds - Join Artopex: Territory Managers & Manufacturer Reps Needed! | Artopex is a leading Canadian manufacturer of innovative office furniture solutions. We are seeking dynamic and results-driven: Territory Managers for Texas (San Antonio & Austin only) & Georgia; Manufacturer Rep Group for North & South Carolina; Territory Manager or Manufacturer Rep Group for Ohio, Kentucky, Michigan & Eastern Indiana. Read more on page 84.
- PLACES - Tiger Tribe Offices – Ho Chi Minh City | The space design incorporates natural elements and modern touches interwoven with greenery and natural light, embodying the feel of an "Urban Jungle.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Celebrating Haworth's Best of Year Awards / HNI Corporation Ranks in Newsweek's List of America's Most Responsible Companies for 2025 / ASID 2025 Trends Outlook Preview / The Good Plastic Company and Mario Romano Unveil Future-Driven M|R Walls X Polygood Collection
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Business of Furniture - December 13 & 20, 2024
- ASK STEPHEN - "A Little Appreciation Goes A Long Way" - Stephen Viscusi - I often tell my CEO clients or the sales managers that I recruit for, sometimes a little appreciation shown to your employees is better and more effective than a raise.
- Design Miami Concludes Successful 2024 Edition of Flagship Miami Beach Fair - "We are thrilled with the success of our American debut at Design Miami 2024."
- The Glamorous Mediterranean Coast Serves as Inspiration for EF Contract's Latest Collection - High Society also coordinates thoughtfully with existing EF Contract LVT and Kinetex offerings, providing a full suite of flooring solutions.
- Fluid & Functional: Knoll Introduces Panoramic Sofa in North America - The Panoramic Sofa Collection stands out for its ability to transform. It can be arranged to be perfectly in sync with the surrounding environment and the user's needs thanks to its organically shaped seat and removable, reconfigurable backrests.
- The Salone del Mobile at Art Week Miami 2024 - Here's how the recently completed 2024 edition went.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Clear Design Expands Sales Team / Allsteel's Tell Me More Podcast Explores Trauma Informed Design with Three-Part Miniseries / AMQ Welcomes Allie Koning as new Territory Manager for Northern California / Leading North & Central CA Business Supplies & Interiors Dealer Acquires Again / New Tandem Seating Solutions Enhance Versteel's Socius Collection / The Mitchell Group Continues to Expand its Mitchell Collection / Celebrate in Color: Tekla Reborn with New Palette / Encore's New Outset Tables Fuse Contemporary Craftmanship and Geometric Precision / Textile Manufacturer Launches Digital Toolkit to Help Design Professionals Bring Mocha Mousse to Life
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Kirei Launches Tessellate Cloud and Pizzelle Cloud - Tessellate Cloud and Pizzelle Cloud are both part of Carnegie Acoustic Solutions' Tuned Collection.
- Neocon to Unveil Elevated New 7th Floor Exhibit Hall at 2025 Edition - Strategically designed for optimal visibility, accessibility, and differentiation, these areas will ensure a cohesive experience for exhibitors and attendees.
- UPFRONT: Humanscale's Active Pony - Award Winning Lumbar Support - Active Pony from Humanscale is an award-winning ergonomic stool that promotes healthier, more active sitting.
- CIFM/interzum guangzhou 2025: The Driving Force of Innovation for the Furniture Industry - The furniture industry is undergoing rapid evolution, supported by favorable real estate policies, the renewal of aging furniture, and growing demand.
- MillerKnoll is the First Office Furniture Manufacturer to Announce Elimination of PFAS from North American Brand Portfolio of Products - Building on recent Chemical Footprint Project recognitionand legacy as a safe chemistry leader.
- Salone del Mobile.Milano 2025 First Insights: Thought for Humans. - Robert Wilson to open the 2025 edition of the Salone del Mobile, illuminating Michelangelo's Pietà Rondanini.
- New In Classifieds - Partner with Fluidconcepts: We're on the Lookout for Dynamic Independent Rep Groups | Partner with Fluidconcepts to Inspire Workspaces Across these Regions: North Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas; Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas; Minnesota, Wisconsin If you're experienced in building relationships with designers and dealers and have a passion for innovative furniture, we'd love to hear from you. Read more on page 92.
- PLACES - Amway Offices – Jakarta | This office design embodies a vision of "well-being every day," prioritizing spaces that promote health, comfort, and inspiration.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Allsteel's Admix Wins Interior Design's Best of Year Award / Configura Expands CET Commercial Interiors with Materials Database / HON's Storyline Wins Interior Design's Best of Year Award / 5 Day Quick Ship Program for ICONIC Acton Stacker / Leading Furniture Specialists Umbrella Furniture Celebrate 10-Year Anniversary
- So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers
Business of Furniture - December 6, 2024
- Luum Textiles Announces the Retirement of Suzanne Tick, Creative Director of Luum Textiles - Honoring an industry legend.
- ASK STEPHEN - "Bosses Who Refuse to Embrace Technology Lose Talent - Especially Millennials. It's that Simple." - Stephen Viscusi - Also: Live From Miami: BoF's Ask Stephen at Art Basel Miami Design Week
- Introducing Ribbon, a Collaboration Between Designtex and Artist Sophie Smallhorn - This collaboration underscores the transformative power of integrating art into functional design.
- Studio TK, In Partnership with Artifort, Expands Pala Lounge Line With A Disc Base - Sleek and Welcoming, the Pedestal Base Enhances the Pala Lounge Chair for Ultimate Rest and Relaxation
- OMT-Veyhl USA Corporation Releases New Tube Leg Offering - Designed to effortlessly perform in a modern office environment, engineered to last, and manufactured to a level of quality and efficiency that is among the best in the industry, we're the production partner you can rely on.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - COE Distributing Announces 100% Employee Ownership / Source International Welcomes Two Industry Veterans to Its Leadership Team / Omni Workspace Announces Lori Murray as General Manager of Atmosphere Commercial Interiors' New Mexico Location / Landscape Forms Appoints Sarah Stangel as Business Development Representative for Massachusetts and Rhode Island / Allsteel Celebrates the Stanley Center for Peace and Security as the Workplace Winner at the 2024 Planet Positive Awards / Kimball International's Boston Showroom Earns WELL Certified™ Platinum Distinction / IIDA NY Honors Rachel Robinson For Dedication to Student Mentorship / Embrace Natural Materials and Textures / National Unveils Fringe 2.0 Coming Early 2025 / Ultrafabrics Partners with Pantone to Celebrate 2025 Color of the Year: Mocha Mousse / BIFMA: Clarifying Sustainability Standards Through Furniture (accredited CEU) / AMQ Names Wendy Sanchez as Territory Manager for Southern California / KI Achieves Green Master Status Recognized by the Wisconsin Sustainable Business Council / Steelcase Recognized as Gold-Level Veteran-Friendly Employer by Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Introducing JSI's Henley Chair - The JSI team sought to create a product that captured the essence of the brand – elements of its own nearly 150-year history, artfully made details and a contagious attitude of positivity.
- Shaw Contract Hospitality Brings Powerful Presence to BDNY - The commercial flooring leader showcased two new collections at the annual boutique design fair.
- UPFRONT: Introducing New 9to5 Seating Breeze 2.0 Card - Durable, easily cleanable fabrics blend texture and color for enterprise-wide applications.
- Carnegie Acoustic Solutions Announces Xorel Artform U Baffle - U Baffle, a Part of the Tuned Collection, Defines Elegance in Ceiling Acoustics with Xorel Textiles and Kirei PET
- Brentano's 2025 Color Forecast Unveils Stunning Autumnal Hues, Inviting You to Explore Tantalizing, Rich Tones - Six deeply flavorful and captivating colorways grace Brentano's latest color forecast.
- The Salone Del Mobile.Milano in Miami During World Art Week - After events in New York, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Munich, the Salone del Mobile.Milano begins the International Road Show in the United States, starting in Miami.
- New In Classifieds - Partner with Fluidconcepts: We're on the Lookout for Dynamic Independent Rep Groups | Partner with Fluidconcepts to Inspire Workspaces Across these Regions: North Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas; Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas; Minnesota, Wisconsin If you're experienced in building relationships with designers and dealers and have a passion for innovative furniture, we'd love to hear from you. Read more on page 94.
- PLACES - Yamaha Offices – Ho Chi Minh City | The Yamaha office is not just a workspace but also a hub for creativity and innovation.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Shaken Not Stirred: Bakes & Kropp Hosts A Night of Top-Tier Partnerships in West Palm Beach / Sixth Avenue Custom Millwork Launches Revamped Website to Enhance Client Experience / Arcadis Welcomes Heena P. Santry, MD MS FACS, as Healthcare Market Leader to Support Strategic Expansion of US Healthcare Practice / Muuto and DWR Introduce Settle / Altispace Unveils Two New Elegant PET Colors: Cream and Sand / ASID Highlights Growth of Interior Design Practice With 2024 State of Interior Design Report / Tayco: Welcoming Ryan Martin as Our New Regional Sales Manager / Tayco Welcomes STIR to Our Network of Independent Reps
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Business of Furniture - November 22 & 29, 2024
- Happy Thanksgiving - Bellow Press is wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours!
- Stefanie Schwalb: HON Company's First Wooden Guest Chair, Confer, Launches in NYC - Confer was designed by The HON Company's industrial designer David Mehaffey. With his expertise in blending functionality and aesthetics, Mehaffey sees Confer being widely used throughout the floorplate in spaces like private offices, collaborative work areas, lobby lounges, and cafés.
- ASK STEPHEN - "Design Miami + Art Basel Are The NeoCon of December!" - Stephen Viscusi - These fairs are definitely getting a stronger attendance from the furniture industry these days, both contract and residential. Guess what! Many of your customers are going on their own dime because designers find it inspirational and end users want to be in the know.
- Kirei Launches the Terrazzo Collection, Four New Kirei Ink Prints - The New Ice Cream-Inspired Terrazzo Collection Sprinkles Sustainability Into Every Space
- Allsteel Unveils Life Cycle Assessment Results for Beyond Architectural Products, Highlighting Significant Environmental Benefits Over Traditional Construction Materials - Allsteel architectural walls offer substantial environmental advantages over traditional construction materials. These benefits grow with each reconfiguration, making demountable walls an ideal choice for creating sustainable and adaptable office spaces.
- Humanscale: Building a Circular Economy with Sustainable Manufacturing in the Real World - Humanscale's 2023 CSR Report details a new year of progress across six core sustainability pillars: Climate & Energy, Water, Circularity, Wildlife Preservation, Healthy Materials, and Social Responsibility.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - AMQ Welcomes Brooke Jende as Business Development Manager; Reynel Hettich as Territory Manager for Southwest Region / KI Awards $40,000 of Furniture to Winning Educators in Third Annual Classroom Furniture Giveaway / Hightower Signs The Climate Pledge / Wagstaff Interiors Celebrates Successful Charity Casino Night / Pennsylvania Interior Designers Pass Historic Legislation / Stylex Appoints Tina Brennan as Vice President of Marketing and Sustainability / J+J Flooring's Gallery Edit Reinterprets Art Techniques into Modular Carpet / Wayfair's First Large-Format Store Leverages Striking Architectural Metal Solutions / Configura Launches CET 15.5 Major Update with Next Phase of UI Facelift
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: The Nook Sensory Shelter Takes Home All-A's At EDspaces - Nook's Sensory Shelter, a transformative alcove that enables users to find respite for individual or shared retreat, won the Best in Show Award at EDspaces 2024.
- Showroom Pays Tribute to Historic Neighborhood Through 1920s-inspired Lighting Design - A combination of Berri-3D and Berri-Angular luminaires were arranged to illuminate the main entrance of Tangram, which also serves as a client reception space and hospitality area.
- UPFRONT: IIDA Announces Winners of Second Annual WestEdge Design Fair Product and Booth Awards - "Our continued partnership with WestEdge Design Fair allows us to cast a spotlight on the show's creativity and innovation for the design industry as a whole."
- BDNY 2024 Sets the Stage for The Future of Boutique Hospitality - A focus on design, creativity, and forward-thinking concepts attracts nearly 16,000 design professionals.
- Spacestor Summit 2024: A Celebration of Bold Ideas and Bright Futures - Welcoming strategic partners from across the UK's design, architecture, and furniture industries, the day was a celebration of ideas, connections, and a shared mission.
- Nowy Styl and Kusch+Co Unveiled Twenty New Products and Finishes at Orgatec 2024 - Featuring bold new colors and designs to inspire dynamic, collaborative workspaces.
- New In Classifieds - Indiana Furniture: We're Seeking A Western Regional Manager To Join Our Growing Team! | Join a fun and collaborative team! Indiana Furniture is looking for a passionate, energetic, and entrepreneurial individual to be responsible for Leading Sales Strategies, Managing Independent Sales Rep Groups/Territories, and Developing Customer Relationships in the western United States. Read more on page 110.
- PLACES - Domal Showroom – Milan | The interior design uses natural materials such as wood and TerraVista, a raw earth plaster by Matteo Brioni, to create a cosy environment that evokes nature and highlights the products in their different color schemes.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - The Mitchell Group Unveils Redesigned Website for Enhanced User Experience / Mantra Inspired Furniture Accepted as a Member of "Be Original Americas" / Nevers Industries Unveils Rio and Leeza Collections on CET / Hirsh Industries GSA Contract / Välinge joins Australian Resilient Flooring Association (ARFA) / Oppenheim Architecture Expands EU Interiors Studio / Arcadis Welcomes Jeffrey Till, AIA LEED AP, as Principal in San Francisco Placemaking Practice / Joel Fidler to be Next President of Ayers Saint Gross / Calyx LCS Porcelain Patient Boards
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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
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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
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