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Business of Furniture - January 10, 2026
- ASK STEPHEN - "PE Ownership and the CEO Revolving Door No One Talks About" - Stephen Viscusi - Truth is, there is sophisticated leadership within our industry. Sometimes PE leadership is too fast to write off hiring someone from inside the industry, which is ironic since those are the very people who made the industry so attractive that PE is investing heavily in it.
- Gunlocke Plant in Wayland, NY to Close - All products currently produced at the Wayland facility will shift to existing facilities across the HNI manufacturing network, with no anticipated changes in the product portfolio.
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Corradi USA Reimagines the Zenith Retractable Screen - The Zenith is a next generation edition of the motorized screen, designed and manufactured in the U.S. and engineered to accommodate openings of a max 23 ft. width and 10 ft. drop.
- Introducing the Tempo + Pulse Collection: A New Era in Porcelain Design - Ideal for architects, designers, and homeowners seeking high-performance surfaces that tell a story, Tempo + Pulse doesn't just suit a space but shapes it.
- Bjelin Launches New Woodura Herringbone Range - This Scandinavian-designed flooring is created with patented technologies for a more durable and sustainable experience.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - New DEDON Colors Capture the Beauty of Dusk and Nightfall / INK+ORO Transforms AC Hotel Bentonville with Warm, Regionally Rooted Design / Arper's 2024 Sustainability Report - How A Chair Made of Paper Defined A Year / Leaders of Design to Steward a New Chapter for the Decorative Furnishings Association
- RYS Architects Turns the Page: Becomes Studio RYS with Expanded Leadership and Vision - Rebrand signals a new era of storytelling-driven design, multidisciplinary design capabilities, and strategic growth.
- CIFF Guangzhou 2026: A New Supply Chain Vision Connecting Production and Consumption - As global supply chains and consumer expectations continue to shift rapidly, the 57th CIFF Guangzhou returns with a clear mission shaped by its theme, "CONNECT·CREATE." CIFF strengthens its role as a global meeting point where brands, designers, manufacturers and buyers converge to explore new business models, reinforce industry connections and accelerate innovation across the furniture sector.
- UPFRONT: When Design Starts Caring for the Body - Humanscale embodies this shift toward wellness-driven interiors with solutions that seamlessly balance function and form.
- New BIFMA Welcomes New Marketing Communications Manager - Ali Gillman has 10 years of experience as a multidisciplinary graphic designer, with a background in marketing for agency, corporate, nonprofit, and retail sectors.
- IIDA Announces Winners of 16th Annual IIDA Global Excellence Awards - "The winning projects are beautifully designed with thoughtful attention to detail, making sophistication and simplicity work in harmony."
- SouthLoft Crafted Concepts To Open New Warehouse and Workshop in Dallas-Fort Worth - What started as a passion for metal fabrication and modern design has since evolved into a nationally-recognized studio that combines artisan craftsmanship with a collaborative design process to deliver durable, bespoke furniture tailored to each project's unique needs.
- PLACES - Oppstar Microelectronics Offices - Kuala Lumpur | Taking inspiration from an IC design, Oppstar's office layout is guided by the principles of precision, efficiency, and connectivity.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Mannington Commercial Celebrates Parent Company Mannington Mills' 2026 Social Impact Award from the Vinyl Sustainability Council / Ideation Design Group Charts New Course Under Sole Owner & CEO Jennifer Reynolds / JCJ Architecture Celebrates 90th Anniversary With Three New Directors of Interior Design / Avanto Appoints Leonardo Vargas as Partner and Chief Innovation Officer Following Acquisition of Agentic Dream / Spectorgroup Partners with Dorsey & Whitney on New Manhattan Workplace / Eureka Wins Multiple LIT Design Awards
- New In Classifieds - Senior Director of Sales | Lead. Build Relationships. Love What You Do. JSI is growing and we're looking for a senior sales leader to take ownership of an assigned network of rep groups and help shape what comes next. We're a design-driven contract furniture manufacturer growing through strong rep partnerships, customer focus, and a belief that your best work happens when you love what you do. Read more on page 74.
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Business of Furniture - December 20 & 27, 2025 (Year End)
- Stefanie Schwalb: ClearSpace Design Launches SmartHub to Solve the Workplace Cable Challenge - A new pass-through docking system brings IT flexibility and design integration together, delivering a future-proof solution for technology hardware.
- ASK STEPHEN - "It's That Time of Year Again!" - Stephen Viscusi - My career advice to everyone and anyone who gets calls from a recruiter or by a company directly, or is recommended to a job, is that you should always listen because taking an interview is not the same thing as taking a job. Not even close.
- HBF Introduces Rhine, the Modular Petite Club Collection by Ken Reinhard - Featuring chairs in static, swivel, and mobile options alongside integrated companion tables, this modular collection creates inviting compositions that function beautifully as standalone pieces or within cohesive environments.
- WestEdge Design Fair Concludes Landmark 10th Anniversary Edition With Record Attendance and Powerful Community Rebuilding Initiatives - As WestEdge celebrates 10 editions, its 2025 return served as both a milestone and a mission-driven call to action. Through its partnership with Habitat LA, support of Team Palisades, and focus on design-led rebuilding efforts, this year's fair strengthened its legacy as an event where creativity, community, and purpose intersect.
- STEPHEN REPORTS - Stephen Reporting From Interior Design's Hall Of Fame Gala At The Waldorf Astoria in NYC | This year, Interior Design's Hall of Fame gala offered plenty of New York glamour.
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Hightower Partners with Crassevig to Introduce the Mixis Chair to the North American Market - Designed by Mario Ferrarini, Mixis embodies the enduring pursuit of innovation, uniting comfort, precision, and honest materials in a chair that blends elegance with everyday functionality.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - HNI Corporation Completes Acquisition of Steelcase Inc. / Indiana Furniture Expands & Realigns Regional Sales Leadership as Patty Streiner Retires / Nook Launches the Nook Neighborhood: A Community for Sharing Stories of Inclusive, Human-Centered Design / MillerKnoll Brings Together A&D Leaders to Discuss Industry Impacts / Luum Launches Chenille Appeal, an Upholstery Textile Made From SEAQUAL® YARN / The Mitchell Group's Shannon and Davis Sta-Kleen Polycarbonate Deliver High-Performance Beauty / Configura Celebrates Success of Experience 2025: Inspiring Innovation, Connection, and Community / Nowy Styl and Kusch+Co Expand Across the Globe / Best-Selling HON Soft-Seating Collection Flock Expands Paint Offerings
- KI Announces Partnership with Purposeful Design - Mission-led collaboration brings handcrafted solid-wood tabletops to select Tributaire tables.
- Ghent Announces Company's 2026 Color of the Year - A new hue and coordinating palette spark a bold return to optimism in shared spaces.
- UPFRONT: New Design Possibilities for Silica, the Original Sustainable Performance Textile - The Silica collection bridges the gap between high performance, sustainability and design.
- Bjelin Partners with Urban Surfaces in the US - This collaboration marks a significant step in expanding Bjelin's presence in both residential and commercial markets across the US.
- Versteel Introduces Rai: A Trusted Approach to Simple, Seamless Seating - Rai stools blend design with simplicity, durability, and care. The closed-loop oval leg and fully upholstered seat create a soft, continuous form that's easy to clean and maintain. Built with exceptional strength and reliability, Rai delivers affordable, trustworthy performance with an understated, artful aesthetic.
- What's in a Lamp? - Foscarini's Most Notable Designers in Portrait With the Lamps They Created - This new series features works by Spanish illustrator and art director Jorge Arévalo, who uses his signature style to create a dialogue between some of Foscarini's most notable designers and the lamps they created.
- PLACES - Trinca Offices – Porto Alegre | The floor can be read through three distinct sectors: the first one contains two multipurpose rooms, with a flexible layout and extensive technology.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Artcobell Welcomes Goldston and Shmurduq to Marketing Team / Allseating Appoints Lisa Hogan as Regional Sales Director / NEWH, Inc. Announces Deidre Schwartz as 2026 President / Austin American-Statesman Names Formaspace a Winner of the Greater Austin Top Workplaces 2025 Award / Move Solutions' Megan Monette McDaniel Named Top Salesperson by the Office Moving Alliance / Crane Reps to Represent Indiana Furniture in the Southwest Region / Ankrom Moisan Opens Austin, Texas Office to Serve Region's Growing Development Market / NEWH Awards $80K in Scholarships During BDNY 2025 / Renson Promotes Priscilla Olivas to Director of Marketing Amid Unifying Strategy for Renson and Corradi USA Brands / NanaWall NW MultiSlide 630 Earns Three Major Industry Awards for Product Innovation / ISG Brings Full-Service Design Expertise to Ohio / Francesco Favaretto Appointed Global Creative Director at Sunon
- New In Classifieds - District Sales Manager Southern California | OFS is seeking a District Sales Manager for Southern California (Los Angeles area). Read more on page 114.
- So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers
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