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Interior Design Society Opens Registration for Virtual Designer Conference
The Interior Design Society (IDS) is excited to announce that registration is now open for their 2021 National Conference. The conference will be held virtually this year, with a strong speaker…
Understanding the Smart Home Spectrum
At one time, smart home systems were only found in ultra-high-end luxury design projects. Their complexity and high price tags made them unattainable for the average homeowner. Times have since…
Setting Customer Expectations
As we came into 2021, with coronavirus still around and new, more contagious variants, I finally made the move to curbside grocery pickup. I was hesitant in this change, even though I’d heard…
IMC Market Snapshot Highlights High Point Introductions
International Market Centers (IMC) has announced that its Spring High Point Market Snapshot program will expand its weekly showcase of home furnishings product introductions to include nine special…
American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Unveils Video Series for Exhibit Concepts
The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame has unveiled the concept for its exhibits and activities as a world-class gathering place and center for leadership through a series of 12 short videos. The…
Design Studio Caters to Divorced Dads
The meaning behind Stripe Street Studio’s name is twofold. First, the phrase “stripe street” invokes an image of a straight path to a destination, as opposed to a winding road, indicating the firm’s…
Consumer Research Shows What's Trending in 2021 Kitchens
In its 2021 Kitchen Trends report, Houzz’s consumer insights on kitchen renovation coincide with those of the National Kitchen and Bath Association with transitional (21 percent), modern (15 percent…
High Point Market Authority Partners with House Beautiful for IdeaStreams Webinar
The High Point Market Authority is partnering with House Beautiful for its third webinar as part of their IdeaStreams virtual educational series. Featuring House Beautiful’s market director,…
5 Steps to Micro-Influencer Success
We’re still living in the age of the influencer, and while it can be tempting to strive for hundreds of thousands of social media followers, sometimes quality over quantity is key. Enter the micro-…
Neighborhood Networking for Home Furnishings Retailers
You’re a brick-and-mortar home furnishings or lighting retailer. Your primary customer base is relatively local. Some of the most effective ways to market to your customers and potential customers…