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Business of Furniture - February 14, 2025
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: OFGO STUDIO Presents CROSBY, a Contemporary Twist on a Timeless Classic Lounge Collection - OFGO STUDIO introduces CROSBY, the newest collection to their soft-seating offering. This contemporary take on a timeless design offers a comfortable solution to create inviting spaces for collaboration, relaxation, and productive work.
- ASK STEPHEN - "When Hiring It's About You Selling Them, Not Them Selling You" - Stephen Viscusi - When interviewing, it is fair to ask a candidate why they might be interested in working for your company, but why not start by explaining to them that your company is a great place to work and ask them if they would like to be a part of that culture? Build the chemistry.
- Industry Insights: A Look Inside Flokk's Recent Acquisition of Via Seating - "We see the return-to-the-office trend is much stronger in the United States than in Europe." by Stefanie Schwalb
- KI Champions Esports in Education - Empowering Educators to Create Inclusive, Engaging, and Dynamic Esports Spaces
- DecoScape Enters the Market with Forward Thinking Design and US Based Manufacturing in Miami, FL - DecoScape's massive Miami facility houses the latest in state-of-the-art machinery, and its in-house production allows market response unlike any seen before.
- Landscape Forms Announces Key Leadership Changes to Support Continued Company Growth - These strategic appointments reflect the company's commitment to excellence in design, sustainability and customer experience as it continues to experience strong growth and expand its influence in its industry.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - BOS Holdings Announces Leadership Promotions for BOS Orlando and Affordable Office Interiors / Allsteel Kicks of Season 3 of Tell Me More Podcast with New Episode: Navigating Workplace Trends for 2025 / Matic Sofa Collection by Knoll Now Available in North America / Artcobell Introduces the X-Base Café Table / Supplysource Acquires Tanner of PA, Uniting Two Trusted Names in the Furniture Industry with a Bold New Identity / Berco Designs Launches Two New Products and Announces Oasis Berco Promotion / Tangram Interiors Promotes Scott Birdsong to Lead Dallas Tech Operations / Design Within Reach Opens New Store in Palm Springs, CA / New Chicago Showroom Revealed / IIDA NY Presents Engaging Discussion on Inclusive Design / HUB International Opens New Stantec-designed Headquarters in Toronto
- HON Unveils New 3,700-Square-Foot Workspace Spec Suite in Atlanta's Iconic Bank of America Plaza - While the majority of spec suites feature "showroom-style" setups, the HON Workspace flows seamlessly, introducing a cohesive, real-world example of an office experience.
- Studio TK, In Partnership with Modus, Debuts Maluma Sofa Seating System - Modus Maluma combines a playful furniture design approach with a serious commitment to environmental protection.
- UPFRONT: Humanscale's Ocean Collection - Leading the Way in Upcycling Ocean Plastics - As an industry leader of planet-first innovation, Humanscale has always been committed to creating products that make a transformative impact on the earth.
- Davis Furniture Sponsors Furniture Design-Build Studio at the University of Oklahoma - The Division of Interior Design provides a student-centric learning environment with diverse faculty who emphasize excellence in design education, innovative research, and service to the community while preparing students to join the professional practice of interior design.
- Wolf-Gordon Habitat: A Curated Selection of Surface Materials - Wolf-Gordon has curated a suite of wallcoverings, upholstery, acoustical solutions and paint that seamlessly pair elegance and durability for active residences.
- J+J Flooring Invokes a Tranquil Versatility with Into the Woods LVT - The essence of the Scandinavian lifestyle embraces what brings joy and balance to life.
- The Good Plastic Company Unveils GROWTH, a Fully Circular Nature-inspired Panel Collection, in Collaboration with Gensler - Signature Polygood patterns transform waste into beauty, blending design innovation with environmental responsibility.
- New In Classifieds - ECD is looking for Independent Rep Groups | Ergonomic Comfort Design, Inc., ECD, is a 30+ year old seating manufacturer based in Southern California. We provide seating solutions for healthcare, education, government and business, helping to create dynamic, comfortable ergonomic environments throughout the west coast. Read more on page 124.
- PLACES - Ascent Offices – Sofia | The design concept embraced a funky, playful aesthetic with bold colors, dynamic shapes, and quirky, childlike elements.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Innovant Welcomes Courtney Pirosko-Platzman as VP of Sales to Drive Growth Across North America / Omni Workspace Announces Sarah Wandschneider as Chief People Officer (CPO) / Landscape Forms Welcomes Christen Brooke as New Business Development Representative for Washington and Alaska / Anguleris Acquires Concora, Extending Leadership in BIM Technology for Building Product Manufacturers / Nemo Tile + Stone Announces the Opening of Nemo Slab Collection Gallery in New Jersey / Perkins&Will Celebrates New Leadership for its Atlanta Studio and Firmwide Workplace Practice / Moody Nolan Promotes Ochuko Edema to Director of New York Operations / JCJ Architecture Appoints Mary Faria as Eastern Managing Director
- So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers
Business of Furniture - February 7, 2025
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Carnegie Introduces Siltech Plus, the First Biobased High-Performance Coated Upholstery on the Market - For Comfort Seekers Who Crave Carefree Pleasure, Siltech Plus Draws Inspiration From Vintage Aesthetics, Exuding Quiet Luxury
- Creative Curiosity Leads the Way to Inspiring Days at the 2025 BIFMA 360° Leadership Conference - For first-time attendee Natalie Hartkopf, Co-founder & CEO, Hightower, she really loved the sense of camaraderie that the conference instills. New attendee Tatiana Denissiouk, Principal, WCS | Web Configurator Studio, shared a similar sentiment. "The dinner experience last night was great; I thought it was pretty amazing." by Stefanie Schwalb
- Introducing POINT Origin Collection – Designed by Mario Ruiz for Studio TK, in partnership with POINT - "Point Origin looks like a simple collection, and it is. In fact, that's the intention behind its design and is its defining feature because, despite what one may think, simple, straightforward pieces are the most difficult thing to design," said Mario Ruiz.
- ICFF 2025: Designing in Harmony Takes Centerstage at This Year's Fair - "Together, we're committed to building a Festival that not only celebrates creativity everywhere in NYC but also drives forward-thinking solutions that resonate with the broader community."
- Landscape Forms Celebrates 50 Design Awards in 2024 - The Company was honored with awards such as the Architecture MasterPrize, EdisonReport's LightTrades Award, Design MasterPrize, SPARK Awards, Good Design Awards by The Chicago Athenaeum, Interior Design's Best of Year (BOY) Awards, Architectural Products' Product Innovation Awards, IDEA, Grand Prix Du Design Awards, Green Good Design Awards, Red Dot Award, SIT Furniture Design Awards, and the Architizer A+Product Awards, among others.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Teknion Launches Redesigned Website and Lookbooks to Enhance the Ancillary Furniture Experience / Falkbuilt Comments on Victory / Landscape Forms Partners with Lighting Solutions to Expand Lighting Representation in Southern New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania and Delaware / NanaWall Debuts Cutting-Edge Sliding Glass Walls and Operable Windows at IBS 2025 / A New Force in Nordic Design Emerges as Kasthall and Astrid Enter a Creative and Strategic Partnership / Maharam Introduces Nova by Sander Lak / HLW Announces Three New Managing Partners, Forming New Global Leadership Team / Lesro Welcomes New Manufacturer Representative / New from Luum: Evolutionary Forces Collection / Mohawk Industries Reports Q4 Results
- Stylex Introduces Ambi: A Modular Solution for Evolving Environments - Whether configuring single-occupant booths for focused work or fostering team collaborations, or arranging modular seating for open lounges, Ambi delivers multifunctionality within a unified collection.
- ASK STEPHEN - "My Title is President, But Really, I'm A Glorified Sales Leader" - Stephen Viscusi - It's not uncommon for someone whose been a sales leader at a privately owned company with tenure in our industry, whether at a manufacturer or a dealer, to get promoted to the title of "President" because the owner does not want to lose you. That title can mean, of course, whatever that owner wants it to mean, allow me to explain...
- UPFRONT: Designing for Longevity - Humanscale's Commitment to Lasting Innovation - The most effective way to make furniture is the Humanscale way–designing pieces that are future-proof. Built to endure and evolve, each piece of Humanscale furniture is ensured to stand the test of time.
- Iconic Outdoors: Arper Launches 5 Designs to Bring the Indoors, Outside - Whether it is a space designed specifically for outdoor play or learning environments, or a space to meet and relax, outdoor spaces encourage healthy behaviors and improve the physical and mental wellbeing. Outdoor spaces also connect people to the natural world—creating a sense of environmental responsibility and engaging us to become stewards of the planet.
- Herman Miller Introduces Spout Sit-to-Stand Table - The brand's newest height-adjustable desk brings sophistication and quiet stability to home and office.
- Tangram Interiors Steps Up to Support Communities Impacted by LA Wildfires - "Community is at the heart of everything we do at Tangram."
- MillerKnoll Unveils New Sustainability Strategy and Issues 2024 Better World Report - Centered on Carbon, Materials, and Circularity, Strategy Aims for Net-Zero by 2050
- Ultrafabrics Expands Colorways for Pearlized Collection - Nine New Colors Add Vibrancy to the Collection's Sophisticated Neutral Palette
- New In Classifieds - ECD is looking for Independent Rep Groups | Ergonomic Comfort Design, Inc., ECD, is a 30+ year old seating manufacturer based in Southern California. We provide seating solutions for healthcare, education, government and business, helping to create dynamic, comfortable ergonomic environments throughout the west coast. Read more on page 124.
- PLACES - Bravestars Offices – Hanoi | In order to create a dynamic environment that stimulates creativity for the team of artists and game developers, Iplus Architecture collaborated with Bravestars to design a modern, energetic workspace that reflects the strong identity of Bravestars.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Landscape Forms Partners with LESCO Lighting to Represent Lighting Portfolio in Houston Area / Strategic Value Partners Invests €200 Million in Bjelin Group / NAD – Nuova Accademia Del Design: News, Classes, Scholarships and New Masterclasses Starting in 2025 / Arcadis Retains Second Place on Coveted World Architecture 100 List
- So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers
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