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Business of Furniture - September 6, 2025
- ASK STEPHEN - "I Want Out of Contract Furniture! What's Next?" - Stephen Viscusi - My career suggestion is that you find something where the customer base is very different yet related to your experience in office furniture.
- Introducing the Illumination and Power Kit from Landscape Forms: Seamless Integration of Light and Power - "For the lighting aspect in particular, it's about creating those warm, inviting moments that draw people in."
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: AIS Launches Roya Seating - Minimalist Design Meets Flexible Comfort; Designed in Italy and inspired by the graceful movement of a ribbon in the air, Roya's sleek silhouette and continuous flowing lines bring a sense of lightness to any environment—from the open plan to collaborative spaces and conference rooms.
- Abstract Patterns for Elevated Healthcare Spaces - An environmental first, the Circon Collection — featuring Loma, Miro, Miro Texture, and Zari — captures nature's essence in striking bio-sourced, carbon-neutral patterns.
- MillerKnoll Strengthens Leadership for Next Era of Growth; Appoints John Hoke as Board Chair and Names Jeff Stutz Chief Operating Officer - The leadership changes come as the company positions itself for its next phase of growth in both retail and contract channels.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Designtex's New Image Search Lets the Visuals Do the Talking / MillerKnoll Announces Jenny Olsen as Chief Marketing Officer / Feeney Announces First CCRR Certification / This Week: IIDA NY's Buffalo City Center Unveils Largest Design Showcase in Western New York / Tarkett Appoints New Senior Directors for Its Soft Surface, Sales Operations Teams / Four O'clock Is the New Five O'clock; JLL Research Highlights New Commuting Patterns / JSI Leads Healthcare Innovation With Patent for Kindera Recliner Trans4rm System / Maharam Introduces Bower, Compose, and Linger by Edith van Berkel / Configura Expands Commercial Interiors Portfolio with New Extensions and Library Additions / Sta-Kleen Silicone's Song, Topo, and Silex: Coated Fabric Reimagined / Act Celebrates Four Decades as the Definitive Resource for Contract Textile Information
- Carnegie Acoustic Solutions Introduces the Xorel Artform Cumulus 3D Cloud - With a First-of-Its-Kind Shape and a New, Recycled PET Core, the Acoustic Cloud Shows Off Xorel's Dimension From Above
- Introducing Gathered: A Limited-Edition Ceramics Collection from Herman Miller and Heath Ceramics - A collaboration celebrating timeless design and shared principles through responsibly made home goods.
- UPFRONT: Altispace Expands Acoustic Color Collection with 8 Wood Look Felt Color - These innovative designs combine the warmth of natural wood textures with advanced noise-reducing technology, bringing the best of both worlds into your interiors.
- Source International Introduces Charm Lounge, designed by Gemma Bernal - A sculptural new lounge chair that embraces warmth, versatility, and performance.
- Rewind and Connect at IIDA NY's 30th Anniversary Party - Step back into the 90s and Celebrate IIDA NY
- Kirei Joins Global Community of Certified B Corporations - Pioneer in Acoustics Recognized by B Lab for Meeting Requirements in Social and Environmental Performance, Accountability, and Transparency
- CIFF Guangzhou 2026: Industry Leadership in Times of Global Transformation - CIFF Guangzhou 2025's success exemplifies leadership: with over 4,900 exhibitors and 363,000 professional visitors from 187 countries, including 56,794 overseas attendees.
- PLACES - Siemens Healthineers Offices – Kuala Lumpur | Employees are now empowered with choice—how, where, and when they work—supporting autonomy and well-being.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - EDmarket Announces 2025 NexGen Rising Stars / Janet McTaggart Joins Safco Products as Western Dealer Manger / Perkins Eastman Announces 2025 Promotions / Grass America Highlights the Zargen Drawer System: Optimized Storage Solutions for Demanding Education Environments / Riyadh Gears Up for ORGATEC WORKSPACE Saudi Arabia to Address Growing Commercial Real Estate Market / The SaloneSatellite Permanent Collection debuts at Expo 2025 Osaka
- New In Classifieds - OPERATIONS & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER (WYATT SEATING) | We're seeking an experienced Operations and Supply Chain Manager to lead procurement, inventory, and logistics operations for a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You'll manage global and domestic vendor relationships, build scalable systems for efficiency and cost savings, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive growth. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, can collaborate cross-functionally, and is passionate about continuous improvement! Read more on page 108.
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Business of Furniture - Labor Day Update 2025
- 9to5 Seating Momentum Swift 3.0: PVC-Free, High-Performance Textiles - Swift 3.0 offers a curated spectrum—from neutrals like Pewter, Charcoal, Ink, Steel, and Driftwood to saturated accents including Baltic, Moss, Ruby, Copper, and Azure—to support both timeless and branded environments.
- KFI Studios Introduces Mason Lounge Chair - Designed with organic curves and generous proportions, the Mason lounge chair brings a sense of softness and comfort to any environment. Available with or without arms and offered with three distinct base options, Mason is a thoughtful choice for offices, lounges, and hospitality spaces alike.
- Teknion Opens New Legacy Space in Toronto, In Partnership with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund - Teknion celebrated the opening of their Legacy Space inside their international headquarters in Toronto, ON. After joining the program in September of 2023, Teknion set out to build meaningful relationships with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, along with artists and Knowledge Keepers from other communities, as they developed the design and intention of their unique space.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Fellowes Launches New 65W Power Modules Within FlexCharge Series, Designed to Meet the Demands of Modern Tech / Latest Carpet Tile Collection from J+J Flooring Captures the Calm of Natural Landscapes / Brighten the Classroom: Wolf-Gordon's Color Craft and Criss Cross Upholstery Textiles / CIFF Shanghai 2025: Design Crossing Boundaries at the Global Furniture Hub
- Ghent Parent Company GMi Named a Top Workplace in Cincinnati for 2025 - "We are thrilled to be named a regional Top Workplace winner for the third year in a row and do not take it for granted."
- Ultrafabrics' Senior Vice President Appointed to Association for Contract Textiles Board of Directors - Industry Leader, Sergio Prosperino, Will Leverage His Expertise in Sales, Marketing, and Brand Leadership to Support the Association for Contract Textiles' Mission
- Kasthall Explores New Textural and Color Contrasts - With the Introduction of Rug Collections Ines Reed and Ingrid Icon Tufted at the Kasthall factory in Kinna, Sweden, the rug is made from a mix of wool and linen yarns.
- PLACES - China Merchants Securities' Office – Wuhan | Expansive floor-to-ceiling windows create open vistas, enabling efficient communication and collaboration in a relaxed atmosphere.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Rustbelt Launches New Quick Ship Table Program / Renson and Corradi North America Welcome Michael Ackelbein as New President / Corgan Achieves Carbon Neutrality Across Global Operations / The Mitchell Group's NetZERO Added to Materials ConneXion Library
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