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Business of Furniture - March 28, 2026
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Teknion Introduces Figure: A Scalable All-Wood Conference Collection - Figure is an ode to woodcraft. Balancing designer Alyssa Coletti's vision with true woodworking mastery, the Figure collection is rooted the dialogue between material and craft. It brings focus to the textural warmth and graceful forms that are achievable only with real wood. Figure's wood conference tables and sideboards blend a sense of significance with empathetic hospitality. Their sculptural forms inflect a purposeful presence, with rounded contours that soften the edges of the office.
- ASK STEPHEN - "I'm Off to the 2026 Edition of Salone and I Am So Excited - Part One" - Stephen Viscusi - Salone del Mobile is in Milan from April 21th to the 26th this year (two weeks later than last year). Even if you're not going to be there, and you're reading this, everyone should visit the show website to see what an exciting tradeshow for our industry this is!
- Landscape Forms Expands Take-Out® Line for New Ways to Learn, Work, and Gather Outdoors - Take-Out, designed by Rodrigo Torres, is a flexible system of connected seating that empowers designers to shape responsive, people-focused outdoor spaces with ease. A family of silhouettes—including single, double, tall, wedge, triple, wheelchair-accessible and K–5 school scaled units—can be arranged, joined or repositioned to suit the mood, setting and purpose of the moment.
- Encore Makes Room for Little Ones with 'Littler' Kids Chair and Matching Tables - Drawing upon the same elements as its adult counterpart, this vibrant collection brings together whimsical design and sturdy construction, offering a delightful blend of fun and functionality.
- Carnegie Introduces Four New Wallcoverings, a Part of the Eden Collection - The Launch Includes Carnegie Loop, a Groundbreaking, Durable Woven Brand Made With Post-Consumer Recycled PET Bottles Inspired by lush jungles and thriving landscapes, the collection brings warmth, color, and confidence to any space through rich textures and bold, expressive patterns.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - COFCO, A Henricksen Company, Welcomes Michael O'Donnell As Vice President of Sales / New Must-See (and Feel) Textiles from Designtex / Traceless by Wilsonart Brings High-Performance Sophistication to the Premium Surface Category / Tarkett Expands Carpet QuickShip Program, Offering One-Week Lead Time on 85 Products / Kasthall and Barber Osgerby Weave a New Direction Launching at Milan Design Week 2026 / ASID Opens Registration For ASID GATHER: Catalyst 2026
- NeoCon 2026 Programming Registration Is Now Open - Comprehensive Conference Program Explores AI, Cultural Insight, the Evolving Human Experience of Design, the Impact of Lighting, and Much More
- The Here and There Collection: Rooted in Environmental Ethics, Modernized for Today's Outdoor Enthusiasts - Driven by excellence in sustainability while designing for people and the planet, outdoor furniture brand Loll Designs introduces the new dining and lounge collection Here and There, Loll's first collaboration with Michigan design studio Argenta Park.
- UPFRONT: Luum Textiles Releases Reed Tones, its Second-Ever Striped Textile - Luum Textiles has introduced Reed Tones, its second striped textile, designed by Creative Director Dorothy Cosonas. This upholstery draws inspiration from fiber art and basketry, transforming simple stripes into a rich, multi-colored, and textured design.
- Indiana Furniture Launches Spark & Catalyst Additions to Power Modern Learning and Collaboration - Indiana Furniture announced a series of new product introductions designed to support the evolving needs of today's learning, training, and collaborative environments. This Spring, the company is launching the Spark Multi-Purpose Table Collection and expanding its popular Catalyst Conference Collection with new Media and Huddle Tables—each crafted to promote connection, creativity, and productivity across a wide range of spaces.
- The Best Design Is the Kind You Don't Notice - For most people, sitting in a chair is a passive act. There's no instruction manual, no onboarding – just an expectation that it will work. And yet, for decades, workplace design has asked users to do exactly the opposite: adjust, calibrate, and tinker. Knobs, levers, and settings have become synonymous with ergonomics, placing the burden of "getting it right" on the person rather than the product.
- PLACES - Vaksindo Offices – Bogor | The new office consolidates both office and factory functions into a unified, future-ready environment, fostering stronger connectivity across divisions.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - UpSpring Launches "Play with Matches," a Podcast Exploring Bold Ideas in Architecture, Design, and the Built Environment / NxtWall's New Corporate HQ / Andaaz Manufacturing and Stacy Garcia® | New York to Debut The Resort Edit at HD Expo 2026 / Arcadis Welcomes Srdj Jovicic as Principal and Global Lead for Healthcare Strategy / Configura's Experience 2026 Set to Combine Historic Architecture and Forward-Thinking Technology / Parador Expands A&D Access with Material Bank Launch / Corradi USA Introduces Maestro Louvered Roof System for Flexible Outdoor Living / New Additions to the Luma Collection
- New In Classifieds - Territory Sales Representative NYC • Long Island • Northern New Jersey • Westchester County, NY Full-Time | NYC Showroom (Midtown Manhattan) | We are a leading and highly respected independent contract-furniture manufacturer’s representative firm serving New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. The role is for a seasoned industry professional who understands the commercial interiors ecosystem. Read more on page 100.
- So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers
Business of Furniture - March 21, 2026
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Feltkütur™ Brings North American–Manufactured Acoustic Felt Solutions to the U.S. - The customizable polyester felt system blends acoustic performance with design flexibility to address sound challenges in modern workplace settings. by Stefanie Schwalb
- ASK STEPHEN - "It's Not Your AGE, It's your SALARY!" - Stephen Viscusi - If you walk into an interview with a "pay me more because I'm worth it" demeanor, the interviewer will immediately sense it (even if he is only 32!) and will be turned off.
- Humanscale Opens Shanghai Flagship Store, Marking a New Chapter in Its Asia Pacific Retail Strategy - Leading ergonomic designer and manufacturer opens its second flagship in China to meet the region's rising demand for wellness-led design.
- KI Expands Into Outdoor Furniture With Outspan Outdoor Collection - New collection extends KI's design philosophy beyond interior spaces, supporting cohesive environments indoors and out.
- Beta Is a Mindset, Not a Space: The New Vitra Products Scout and Reset Bring It to Life - In today's climate of economic uncertainty, socio-political instability and jobs threatened by AI, the offices of forward-looking companies are continually evolving to meet the demands of both the organization and its employees.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Tangram Interiors Welcomes Brent Hovis as Director of New Business Development in Dallas / HBF Launches the Rhine Configurator, The New 'It' Tool for Designers / Artopex and Logiflex Unite Under the Artopex Brand / Ligne Roset Is Transforming the Togo for a More Sustainable Future / Salone del Mobile.Milano Raises the Stakes in the USA With its Coast-to-Coast Roadshow / York Wallcoverings Unveils New Collection, Atmosphere Digest
- Loftwall Launches SNAP: A Modular Room System That Delivers Architecture Without Construction - The Grand Prairie, Texas-based manufacturer gives designers and space planners a new option — a room without the construction.
- BoF in NYC - Angels & Demons: A Night Of Divine Mischief - DIFFA's Annual Gala - Stephen Viscusi attended one of New York's most striking evenings unfolded at Cathedral of St. John the Divine, where the A&D community showed up in full force for DIFFA Angels & Demons Gala.
- UPFRONT: Room & Board for Business Introduces New Coffee Table Designed by University of Wisconsin Student - After years of refinement, this table has entered production as the first design from the company's student design competition that meets a specific market need.
- Nevins Expands Workplace Storage Solutions with the Ollie Credenza - Designed with flexibility in mind, the credenza can be configured with adjustable shelving, concealed storage, recycling bins, and integrated beverage refrigeration.
- Wolf-Gordon Introduces Mason by Atlason - Acoustical Surfaces as Fundamental Architectural Elements
- IIDA Sets the Stage for Second Annual Chicago Design Week - The International Interior Design Association Brings the Design Community Together Through Education, Thought Leadership, and Citywide Collaboration
- NeoCon Announces Significant Showroom Expansions, Notable Returns, and Innovative Debuts Ahead of the 2026 Edition - Long-Term Leasing Momentum, a New Lighting Showcase, and a New Creative Collaboration Space
- PLACES - Betrimex Offices – Ho Chi Minh City | Natural materials, a neutral color palette, and subtle references to fresh coconuts are thoughtfully integrated to establish a light, healthy, and brand-aligned working atmosphere.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Tangram Interiors Welcomes Gary W. Niro to Falkbuilt Team as New Business Developer for Southern California / Hacin Promotes Christine Rankin as Principal to Lead Hospitality Design Practice / POI Adds Audiovisual Provider to Its Service Portfolio With the Acquisition of Doing Things Simply / Leading Out Loud: Women Rewriting the Rules of Power in Design / Allseating Launches Dart InStock, Bringing Quick Ship Convenience to the Dart Collection / Samuelson Furniture Brings Its Revolutionary Sound Chairs to Consumers / Ware Malcomb Names Debbi Papel Director, Project Accounting in Irvine CA Office
- New In Classifieds - Territory Sales Representative NYC • Long Island • Northern New Jersey • Westchester County, NY Full-Time | NYC Showroom (Midtown Manhattan) | We are a leading and highly respected independent contract-furniture manufacturer’s representative firm serving New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. The role is for a seasoned industry professional who understands the commercial interiors ecosystem. Read more on page 112.
- So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers
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