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David Blair Named Executive Director of the International Society of Furniture Designers
Having served the International Society of Furniture Designers (ISFD) for more than 13 years, first as a board member, vice president, president and finally as its executive director, John Conrad is…
IMC Covers Nationwide Trends in 2023 First Look
International Market Centers (IMC) expands its proprietary trend forecasting program, First Look, to cover national trends in its Winter 2023 presentation. The launch of a new First Look East,…
Dallas Market Center Touts New Exhbitors for January Total Home & Gift Market
The first trade event of the year, Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, takes place January 4-10, 2023 and will feature a record number of new exhibitors and collections from top brands and artisans…
Las Vegas Market Launches Home Furnishings Experience Enhancements
Las Vegas Market’s plan to further strengthen its furniture and home décor resources and improve the buying experience makes major strides in Winter 2023 with the first phase of a strategic…
American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation Names New CEO
The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation has named Patrick Chapin as Chief Executive Officer. In his new role, Chapin will lead the opening of the industry’s new home as a place to…
HPMA Announces Board of Directors Updates for 2023
The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) announces updates to its board of directors, effective January 1, 2023.
Six incoming board members will serve a two-year term ending in December 2024,…
ISFD Names Innovation + Design Photo Winner
As part of the International Society of Furniture Designers (ISFD) INNOVATION + DESIGN 2022 exhibition local photographers were invited to imaginatively shoot the INNOVATION + DESIGN finalists’…
Artist Katie Merz Creates Sustainably Themed Mural
The distinct and authentic style of Brooklyn-based artist, Katie Merz, captured the attention of Valdese Weavers as they were trying to find a meaningful way to share their passion for sustainability…
Polywood Launches Martha Stewart Outdoor Furniture Collection
Home design icon Martha Stewart is joining forces with outdoor furniture manufacturer Polywood to launch a collection of relaxed heirloom-worthy designs made to last a lifetime. Polywood is the…
ISFD Announces 26th Annual Pinnacle Award Winners
The International Society of Furniture Designers (ISFD) recognized this year’s top home furnishings and textile designers when they announced the winners of the 26th annual Pinnacle Awards at a…