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Design Coaching Center: Attracting and Selling to Your Ideal Client
Don't miss our panel on attracting and selling to your ideal clients.
January 26, 2:00 PM ET, zoom
5 Consumer Retail Expectations for 2023
Here are some thoughts on what consumers will expect from retail this year from Hootsuite.
Erik Mueller Named Chair of International Casual Furnishings Association
With his background, Erik Mueller brings a unique perspective to the ICFA Chairman role.
Houzz: How Home Renovations Shape Up for 2023
According to a recent Houzz study, consumers aren’t planning on trading spaces as much in 2023.
fiVO Awarded Top Sustainability Score
fiVO was one of 14 companies to earn a top score in the 2022 Wood Furniture Scorecard.
The Pearl Collective Debuts Interior Design Findings & Insights Report
The Pearl Collective, along with Interior Talent, debuts its findings on interior design salary, fees and competing for talented employees.
Finding the Success Formula: Design Coaching Center
In their own words, read how design coaching helped transform designer businesses.
Retail Guide: Holiday Spending
Holiday retail sales are predicted to grow by 6 to 8 percent this year.
Joe Johnston Named AHFA Chair
The American Home Furnishings Alliance has elected the Johnston Casuals Furniture CEO to chair its board in 2023.
Designhounds Returns to KBIS in 2023
A team of 21 designer influencers will make up the Designhounds team at KBIS January 31-Feb. 2, 2023.
Lighting Showroom Association Launches Augmented Reality Program
The Lighting Showroom Association (LSA) has partnered with LEVAR to bring augmented reality and 3D technology to the residential lighting and fan industries.
Mary Cook Associates Discusses The Role of Color in Interior Design
The white paper discussion stresses the importance of understanding the why behind a color choice and how it works with other design fundamentals.
Houzz Adds New Bathroom Features to Houzz Pro 3D Floor Planner
Easy-to-use visualization tools help pros communicate project plans with current and prospective clients.
Is Buy Now, Pay Later For You?
BNPL began as an online pay-over-time option, which has surged since the pandemic.
Retail Guide: Create A Store Employees Love
What can you do to create a retail store that employees will love?
ISFD Names Innovation + Design Photo Winner
Miles Sherrill took home the ISFD Innovation + Design People's Choice Award for his photograph of the Cio Arm Chair.
Fashion, Interior Design Connect on Sustainability Issues
Three forward-thinking designers came together to discuss the intersection between fashion and design at a brand meetup during Climate Week and Fashion Month.