Business of Furniture - November 1, 2025
- ASK STEPHEN - "No Major Changes Until After Design Days 2026" - Stephen Viscusi - Personally, I am far more concerned about changes in dealer distribution and what the ramifications of this acquisition are going to mean for the Allsteel, Kimball and Steelcase dealers. There is a lot of duplication of products which means there is a lot of duplication of dealers.
- Live From IIDA NY'S COLOR INVASION 2025 with Stephen Viscusi - A night of unforgettable creativity, community, and color! From the dazzling "Sunsets & Scandals" theme to the sea of vibrant designers and dreamers, every moment glowed with inspiration.
- Indiana Furniture's Portfolio Grows in 2025 With Six Product Launches and Enhancements - Otty Ottomans and Tables are designed for flexible environments where people can collaborate, brainstorm, or simply have a quick chat. Kirby offers a range of modern style for all your environment needs. Chat Work Tables are the perfect place to gather and connect.
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: A New ERA for the Private Office: DeskMakers' Launches New Height Adjustable Casegoods Collection - DeskMakers announces the launch of ERA, a height-adjustable private office collection designed by Ryan Mora. With sculptural forms, soft curves, and a refined, contemporary aesthetic, ERA offers a fresh perspective on the private office—balancing timeless style with modern performance.
- HON Showcases "Color in Motion" Theory at EDspaces 2025: Manufacturer to Highlight Dynamic Booth Experiences, New Product Innovations, and Expert-led Sessions - "We're excited to connect with the education leaders and designers shaping the future of learning at this year's EDspaces."
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Solomon Coyle 2025-Q3 to Q4 Market Outlook Report Released / Groupe Lacasse Announces Nomination of Maxime Vallières as Vice-President, Finance / Environments Begins Exciting New Chapter as Insidesource Portland / Luum Presents Earthbound, a Chenille Upholstery Textiles Made From Garment Waste / OFS Announces CFO Succession Plan as Part of Strategic Leadership Transition / Knak Group, Heller Furniture, MillerKnoll, and KBM Hogue Unite Northern California Design Leaders in Support of Be Original Americas / Pallas Textiles' Reve™ Collection Wins Silver in the 2025 Nightingale Awards / FilzFelt Unveils Four New Dimensional Acoustic Wall Panels / LightArt Unveils Somari Collection / Chemetal Transforms Transparency Collection With Fresh Designs, Colors
- Humanscale Opens APAC Headquarters and Showroom in Singapore - New showroom redefines modern workplace through ergonomic excellence, sustainable design, and architectural heritage.
- Allseating to Make EDspaces 2025 Debut with Expansive Education Seating Portfolio - Showcasing Adaptive Seating Solutions that Support Modern Education Needs at Booth #953
- UPFRONT: The Mitchell Group Introduces Hyde: A New Sta-Kleen® Silicone Pattern Combining Depth, Durability, and Design Versatility - Designed to meet the demanding needs of various commercial applications, Hyde delivers a rich tactile experience and exceptional performance, crafted for designers who require both sophistication and endurance in their material selections.
- Well Known Long Time Herman Miller Senior A&D Liaison, Hilda Longinotti, to Appear on The Tamron Hall Show - The theme of the show is called "it's never too late to find love."
- Kimball International Wins Gold Nightingale Award for Havei Recliner - With features like a 90° back angle to create an upright sitting position, infinite recline, dual-sided back release handles, and heated back and seat, Havei supports patient comfort and convenience.
- Carnegie's Xorel Luxe Wins Metropolis Planet Positive Award - Inspired by the Mediterranean lifestyle, the Xorel Luxe collection brings a sense of warm, tactile elegance to modern interiors.
- BDNY 2025 Unveils Immersive Designed Spaces and a Visionary Conference Lineup - From cinematic dreamscapes to alpine retreats, this year's BDNY transforms design into experience—alongside a robust program of future-focused conversations shaping the next era of hospitality.
- PLACES - AMS Offices – Montevideo | The result is a workspace that reflects AMS's identity while promoting collaboration, creativity, and well-being.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - The Feltkütur Team Announces the Hiring of Douglas Shantz as Acoustic Sales Representative, Northeast US / Solomon Coyle Announces 2026 Education Programs to Strengthen Dealer Leadership, Sales and Project Management Excellence / COR Ranked #46 in Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in MA for 4th Consecutive Year / Shaw Contract Pledges $250,000 Commitment to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital / Bobby Bonett Named President of SANDOW DESIGN GROUP / Arcadia + Encore Announce Key Promotions Within Client Services Department / Former Ankrom Moisan President Dave Heater Steps Into New Role as Vice President of Business Development / Marco Announces Consulting Collaboration With Noted Education Research Expert Dr. Lennie Scott-Webber / Arcadis Expands Workplace Leadership Team with Appointment of Robyn Kaiser
- New In Classifieds - Regional Sales Manager in Miami Beach | The Viscusi Group is recruiting for a Regional Sales manager in the Miami market. The territory covers the southeast Florida market for a manufacturer that makes contract, ancillary and healthcare furniture, distributed and sold exclusively through dealers. Read more on page 102.
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Business of Furniture - October 25, 2025
- ASK STEPHEN - "This Company Ghosted Me!" - Stephen Viscusi - A recent report I read states that 48% of job seekers say they have been ghosted by an employer in the past year.
- Stefanie Schwalb: The Future is Now: Advanced Concepts 2.0 at Teknion's New York Showroom Merges Generations and Innovations for the Modern Workplace - Advanced Concepts 2.0 will be on display at the Teknion New York Showroom from October through December 2025.
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Designtex and nanimarquina Weave the Beauty of the Imperfect into New Textiles - Designtex introduces a debut collaboration that fuses its expertise in contract textiles with the creative vision of nanimarquina.
- Hightower Introduces Rex: A Circular Seating Solution That Redefines Responsibility and Design - Rex reflects Hightower's Considered Solutions philosophy through conscious craftsmanship and material circularity.
- Landscape Forms Introduces Cove: Elevated Outdoor Structure, Simplified and Streamlined - "Cove brings together everything we've learned about outdoor structure design—what people value, what's essential, and what makes for a welcoming, elevated outdoor experience."
- New In Classifieds - Regional Sales Manager in Miami Beach | The Viscusi Group is recruiting for a Regional Sales manager in the Miami market. The territory covers the southeast Florida market for a manufacturer that makes contract, ancillary and healthcare furniture, distributed and sold exclusively through dealers. Read more on page 85.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Wyatt Seating Announces Addition of Jimmy Allen of Jimmy Allen & Associates / Contract Furniture, Inc. Announces Retirement After 27 Years of Service; Hosts Farewell Warehouse & Truck Sale / Nowy Styl Champions Movement and Health During Global Ergonomics Month / Carnegie Introduces Cressida and Verona, Two New Coated Upholstery Patterns in Its Elements Collection / Tekloom Showcases the World's Toughest Woven Fabric at HCD 2025 / Spokes Ambient from Foscarini — When Design and Tech Illuminate Together
- HBF Textiles Unveils 'Feel & Form' Collection - Designed to move you, the new five-pattern collection builds emotional environments through the dramatic interplay of dimension, tactility, and light.
- Kimball International Launches the Havei Recliner and New Products - Their most recent introductions include Havei, a new recliner series designed for comfort, efficiency, and well-being.
- UPFRONT: Humanscale Expands Its Ocean Collection with the Launch of Freedom Ocean - This release reinforces Humanscale's commitment to combating ocean pollution by transforming discarded materials into sustainable workplace solutions.
- Brentano Presents the Night Orchid Collective at BDNY 2025 - A Multi-Sensory Collaboration with Cumberland Furniture and Divya Rugs
- KI Showcases Learning Spaces That Inspire Every Student at EDspaces 2025 - At EDspaces 2025, held November 5–7 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio, KI invites educators, architects, and designers to experience a learning environment built around one powerful idea: every student learns differently.
- NeoCon Announces Call for 2026 Programming - NeoCon invites leading voices, industry disruptors, and forward-thinking design experts to submit Continuing Education Units (CEUs), workshops, and NeoCon Talks proposals for the 57th edition.
- PLACES - ACC Office – Sofia | In the early stages of the project, different options were explored for adding new meeting and collaboration zones, establishing flexible working models.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Samuelson Furniture Announces Michael Chalfin as President / Ethnicraft Unveils new HQ during High Point Market / Three H Welcomes Adam Sinclair as Director of Engineering / MillerKnoll Announces New Chief Financial Officer / Davis Furniture's New Graded-In Partnership with HBF Textiles / Natuzzi Appoints David Workman as Chief Commercial Officer, Wholesale North Americas / A4LE and EDmarket Unite to Shape the Future of Learning Environments / See What Is New From Loll Designs This High Point Market / Gloster Presents New 2026 Collections at High Point / Natural Inspiration Meets Artistic Interpretation: Koroseal Introduces Five New Wallcoverings in Collaboration with Artist Patty Madden / DEDON Presents New MYMI Collection at High Point
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Business of Furniture - October 18, 2025
- ASK STEPHEN - "Are You Your Company's LinkedIn Poser?" - Stephen Viscusi - Maintaining a balanced approach to personal branding on social media is essential in today's work environment. Think of it like 'networking.'
- Allsteel Explores the Office as a Hub for Collaboration, Culture, and Connection - The brand's latest offerings combine sustainability, personalization, and flexible design to shape workplaces that reflect organizational values and support evolving needs.
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: 9to5 Seating Introduces Vito — A Contemporary Quick Ship Task Chair for Today's Dynamic Workspaces - Vito was developed to meet the evolving needs of modern workspaces—where flexibility, comfort, and design must work in harmony. Its weight-balanced control mechanism automatically adjusts to each user, offering personalized support without manual calibration.
- Hightower Partners with Varier to Launch Social Collection - New seating line fosters movement, productivity, connection, and design integrity.
- CIFF Shanghai 2025: An Edition That Consolidated Its Role as a Global Hub for Design and Innovation in Furniture - On September 12, the 56th edition of the China International Furniture Fair (Shanghai) successfully concluded at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Hongqiao, reaffirming its position as one of Asia's most dynamic platforms for innovation in design and furniture.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Wyatt Seating Announces Addition of Katie Escovedo of The Esco Group / Taking Education Higher: Enwork Previews Zori Lecture Hall Tables at EDspaces 2025 / Designtex's Flora + Form Welcomes a Grounded, Outdoor Calm / BDNY 2025 Set to Rewrite the Rules of Boutique Hotel Design
- Shaw Contract Unveils Coexist and Aria: Two Distinct Tile + Stone Collections That Celebrate Craft, Contrast, and Classic Reinvention - From Japanese-inspired harmony to Carrara marble nostalgia—these new collections bring artistry and versatility to commercial interiors.
- Kimball International Hosts FutureX, a Design Immersion Event - Created for interior designers, innovators, and thought leaders who are shaping what's next, FutureX is hosted in design-inspired cities and features trend roundtables, future casting workshops, and immersive city tours.
- UPFRONT: Ghent Elevates Patient Experience During Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Beyond - Ghent is reaffirming its commitment to supporting patients and caregivers through healthcare-centric solutions that make a difference. With breast cancer projected to affect approximately 316,950 women in the U.S. in 2025, the stakes could not be higher.
- What to Expect from KI at Healthcare Design Conference + Expo 2025 - At the show, attendees can explore the Zoetry Collection, an inviting line of seating and tables that marries performance with warmth and visual softness.
- JSI Health at HCD 2025: Caregiver Burnout Is Rising. Space Design Can Help. - This year's booth is built around a visual and functional design language of soothing joy.
- Remembering Lynda M. Dehn: A Guiding Light for Humanscale and the Design Community - Lynda passed away after a brave battle with terminal cancer, leaving behind a legacy defined by intelligence, compassion, and a steadfast dedication to excellence.
- Momentum Acquires B+N Industries, Bridging Architectural Systems and Interior Surfaces - Strategic Integration of Leading Brands Equips Designers with Seamless Solutions Across Commercial Spaces
- PLACES - Money Forward Offices – Chennai | The Chennai office no longer felt like a branch. It became a value center, aligned with the company's mission.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Bill Martin Joins Storr Office Environments as the Director of Walls and Flooring / Knoll Brings Johnston Marklee's Sculptural Biboni Sofa to North America / Kasthall Strengthens its Organization and Presence: Appoints First Ever Managing Director for the Americas / Integra Partners With Inside Evolutions as South Texas Representatives / Aceray Unveils Moda Collection: Italian Design, Infinite Possibilities / Beautiful, Functional, Durable: Koroseal Introduces Four New Flex Wallcoverings / Kimball International Hosts Third Annual Prelude Student Design Competition / Tarkett Hosts Inaugural WorkLife Summit, a Collective Effort to Shape Next Chapter of Commercial Real Estate / Configura Announces 2025 Award Winners / Rimadesio Unveils Its New Flagship Store in Miami
- New In Classifieds - Help Us Change the Sit/Stand Story | DBP Workspace is actively looking for Independent Sales Rep Groups. Height-adjustable bases are everywhere—but ours aren't just another base. At DBP Workspace, we've designed a line of bases that break the mold: ultra-fast and quiet operation, a streamlined assembly experience, and a warranty that backs up our commitment to long-term quality. Read more on page 84.
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Business of Furniture - October 11, 2025
- ASK STEPHEN - "Looking to Hire a Rockstar?" - Stephen Viscusi - The sooner you get started with the search, the sooner you will have the position filled, the sooner the revenue will be coming in, the sooner you can sleep at night. Now, are you seeing the issue here?
- KFI Studios Dotti Collection Expands with New Lounge Chair Options - "Dotti has always been about comfort and versatility. These new pieces give designers the choice between a relaxed, casual feel or a refined, formal look."
- COMPANY SPOTLIGHT: BOS Raises Over $45,000 in 2025 Indoor Charity Golf Classic to Support Make-A-Wish - On a warm autumn evening, BOS hosted its most ambitious Indoor Charity Golf Classic to date, transforming its Roselle showroom into a vibrant, creative mini-golf course for a cause.
- Poltrona Frau Presents Re-Saddle: A New Regenerated Saddle - Re-Saddle is an innovative second-generation regenerated leather fiber covering, obtained from the recovery of leather processing scraps from its own production process.
- Great Minds + USAI: Maximizing with Small - For Great Minds, a groundbreaking education organization, designer Diana Ades of Gwen Grossman Lighting Design (GGLD) and her colleagues maximized the potential of USAI Lighting's smallest lights.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - George Kyriakakos Joins Fluidconcepts as Vice President of Sales, North America / Artcobell's Soft Rocker Brings Flexibility and Purposeful Movement to the Classroom / The Mitchell Group Showcases Timeless Durability with Sta-Kleen Polycarbonate Patina and Nubuck Patterns / Design That Lasts: Vestre Unveils JUNE, a Reimagined Classic for Public Spaces / Uncover "The Hidden Cost of Ugly Furniture" in Carolina's New White Paper
- The Italian Lounge a CIFF Shanghai 2025: An Experiential Hub Fostering Dialogue and Collaboration Between Italy and China - The exhibition space, designed by Davide Pavanello Lab, offered visitors a complete multisensory experience—sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch—creating a profound empathy between the stand design and the products on display.
- Where Ergonomics Meet Hospitality: Humanscale x Mangrove - Designing for Digital Nomads: Ergonomic Work Lounge at Mangrove Jeju City
- UPFRONT: Luum Textiles Introduces Subtle Yet Impactful Direct Glue Wall Covering - Inspired by waterways meeting, Confluence's jacquard weave structure merges and dissolves, adding movement when applied to walls.
- Luxxbox Expands Motif Acoustic Panels Collection - The five new patterned panels add depth, texture, and architectural sophistication to acoustic treatments.
- Integra Seating Expands Award-Winning Odyssey Collection with Odyssey Tables - The Odyssey Collection was built on the idea of combining strength, cleanability, and design sophistication.
- Herman Miller Gaming Debuts New Colors for the Embody Gaming Chair - With two fresh color combinations for the Embody Gaming Chair, players have more opportunities for personalization, whether they are looking for a pop of color or a design that will seamlessly blend in with their set up.
- PLACES - KRUK Offices – Wroclaw | The design is intentionally diverse, ensuring that everyone can find a space suited to their needs.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - DeskMakers Appoints Kinari & Company as Tri-State Sales Representatives / Karen Michalakos Joins Fluidconcepts as Territory Manager / MidOcean Partners Selects Spectorgroup to Envision Manhattan Workplace / Momentum Brings Full Textile Collection to Configura's Platform / Beautiful, Durable, Environmentally-Responsible and Affordable: Koroseal Introduces 6 New Arbor Wood Wallcoverings / Eureka Launches New Jarry Luminaire / The Splash Lab Introduces an Innovation in Restroom Design: The Lumashelf / Maharam Showroom, New York / Humanscale Joins WORKTECH Academy as Global Furniture Partner
- New In Classifieds - Help Us Change the Sit/Stand Story | DBP Workspace is actively looking for Independent Sales Rep Groups. Height-adjustable bases are everywhere—but ours aren't just another base. At DBP Workspace, we've designed a line of bases that break the mold: ultra-fast and quiet operation, a streamlined assembly experience, and a warranty that backs up our commitment to long-term quality. Read more on page 82.
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Business of Furniture - October 4, 2025
- ASK STEPHEN - "Every Contract Furniture Rep Should Be At BDNY" - Stephen Viscusi - BDNY is the place to learn the latest innovations, trends, products, and best practices in hospitality.
- Stefanie Schwalb: Bridging the Gap; A Panel Discussion on Bicoastal Design Reveals the Benefits of Companies Working Across the Divide - "I think that Covid sort of gave us this illusion that we can do everything virtually, but I don't think that you can become a bicoastal designer virtually."
- COMPANY SPOTLIGHT: Humanscale Consulting Marks 20 Years of Ergonomic Leadership During Global Ergonomics Month - New Programs Expand Global Services to Help Companies Thrive in Hybrid Environments
- Fellowes Launches Titan™ Frame & Tile Offering to Complement Frameless Portfolio - This premium-positioned product suite brings fresh innovation, adaptability, style, and performance to modern commercial interiors.
- DeskMakers' Sidekick Mobile Pedestal Collection Awarded Design Patent - Sidekick, designed by David Winston during his tenure as Vice President of Product Design at DeskMakers, delivers mobility, storage, and adjustable-height work surfaces in one sleek, multifunctional solution for today's hybrid, in-office, and remote employees.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Solomon Coyle to Host Q3 2025 Market Index Webinar with ITR Economics / Sensory Nooks Support Neurodiverse Fans During Recent Monday Night Football Game / ASID Releases 2025 State of Interior Design Report / Tarkett Adds 12 Vibrant Colors to Its VCT II Collection / Knoll Unveils Perron Pillo Lounge Chair by Willo Perron, A New Single-Seat Oasis
- MillerKnoll Expands Research-Backed Workplace Planning Guidance to Support Employee Wellbeing - New playbook focuses on menopause-specific guidance while reinforcing MillerKnoll's broader approach to designing adaptable, people-first spaces.
- Designtex Introduces A Trio of Textiles That Marry Biophilia With High Performance - Meet Little Leaf Crypton®, Petal Play Crypton, and Ridge Crypton, members of the new Flora + Form family, each full of color play with an incredibly soft hand.
- UPFRONT: Submissions Now Open for KI's Fourth Annual Classroom Furniture Giveaway - Teachers and educators across the country can officially apply for KI's Fourth Annual Classroom Furniture Giveaway, a national initiative that awards four K-12 educators with $50,000 each to reimagine and transform their learning spaces, at no cost to them or their schools.
- Kirei Launches EchoSky Neu Baffle System - Lightweight PET Crossbars Replace Metal Frameworks for Streamlined Installation
- 3form Launches Array, an Officefront Hardware System for Seamless Multi-Material Integration - Capable of housing both Varia and 3form Glass in a single run, Array frames your design beautifully, keeping the spotlight on the material.
- PLACES - Haworth International Showroom – Hyderabad | The design narrative comes alive in the hospitality driven reception and lounge zone, where a warm, inviting lighting scheme is paired with sculptural acoustic ceiling baffles that double as design highlights.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Integra Welcomes Josh Price as Partnership Manager / NeoCon 2026: Introducing Sunday Preview Day / Scandal Meets Style at IIDA NY's Color Invasion® 2025 / A Modern Tribute to Boston's Art Deco Heritage / Clearly Better: Koroseal Introduces Beautiful, Sustainable New Window Film Designs / NEWH, Inc. Launches Third Annual Martha's Mentors Program / Steelcase 2025 Impact Report Highlights the Strength of Community and Progress Toward a Net-Zero Future / Meet Jackie Tomlin, Little's New Interiors Studio Principal
- New In Classifieds - Help Us Change the Sit/Stand Story | DBP Workspace is actively looking for Independent Sales Rep Groups. Height-adjustable bases are everywhere—but ours aren't just another base. At DBP Workspace, we've designed a line of bases that break the mold: ultra-fast and quiet operation, a streamlined assembly experience, and a warranty that backs up our commitment to long-term quality. Read more on page 76.
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Business of Furniture - September 27, 2025
- ASK STEPHEN - "Unemployed For Too Long? Let Me Help You." - Stephen Viscusi - I urge you to reach out to me for free advice. Depending on where you live and your geography, I am happy to share with you what I know about the pulse of that market, and how to get in front of hiring authorities on your own.
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Introducing the New eM Mobile Glass Markerboard – Smart Simplicity by Fellowes - At the heart of the eM is a premium low-iron glass writing surface that's fully framed, double-sided, and magnetic – offering functionality and durability in equal measure.
- With a Focus on Biophilia, SurfaceWorks Launches the All-New Plantable Collection - The Plantable collection was designed with a clear objective: to promote wellbeing and productivity in the built environment. Designed in collaboration with David Granger and Bryan Marshall from bangdesign, Plantable is a celebration of how to integrate biophilia in a multitude of settings.
- Hightower Launches the Link Collection: Adaptable Seating and Desks Designed for Today's Dynamic Spaces - Adaptability reaches new heights with Link. Chairs stack in record numbers, desks store compactly, and trolleys keep movement effortless.
- Teknion Releases 2025 Impact Report, Deepening Long-Term Commitment to Sustainability and Climate Action - The Brand is Committed to Initiatives That Minimize Environmental Footprint Across the Planet, Products, People, and Places Impacted by Teknion
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Groupe Lacasse Announces Key Leadership Appointment of Geneviève Fortier, Vice President - Operations / Samuelson Furniture Receives Patent for its Innovative BUILD Walls Platform / Allseating Announces Partnership With The Focus Group / Configura Appoints Erin Corrill as First-Ever Vice President of Marketing / IIDA NY Albany City Center to Host 7th Annual Flannel Fest / Insidesource Seattle Showroom Earns EnviroStars Champion Recognition for Environmental Leadership / RSC, LLC Celebrates 25 Years of Innovation and Service Excellence
- AIS Named Among the Most Charitable Companies in Massachusetts - AIS earns a spot for the eighth consecutive year sharing the honor with just 99 other companies whose contributions exceed $100,000.
- Fellowes Contract Interiors Introduces Glimor LED Task Lighting and Kuva Mobile Storage/Planters - These new additions bring a thoughtful blend of functionality and visual continuity, available in eight curated colorways that align with the most popular finishes in the Rising™ Monitor Arm series.
- UPFRONT: Sustainability Progress Isn't Linear: Humanscale's Latest CSR Report - By publishing both wins and shortfalls, Humanscale sets a benchmark for transparency and accountability in an industry where many players solely focus upon far-in-the-future goals.
- Wolf-Gordon Debuts Volterra Luxe Residential Design from Milan, Made in USA - Volterra™ is an elegant new collection developed in collaboration with Jannelli&Volpi, the esteemed, family-owned Milanese wallcovering house.
- Rich Texture Meets Refined Design: J+J Flooring Launches Smolder & Smoke Modular Carpet Collection - The coordinating colorways across both patterns are designed to work together.
- Andreu World - Designing the Offices of the Future: NVIDIA in Santa Clara - Linea Comfort stools and Brandy chairs enhance the common and cafeteria areas, providing comfort and functionality in spaces designed to boost teamwork and innovation.
- PLACES - DIFC Funds Centre – Dubai | The layout accommodates a range of tenant needs, from flexible desks in an open plan, to semi-enclosed workstations, and fully enclosed private offices for one, two, four, or six users.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - The ODP Corporation to Be Acquired by Atlas Holdings in All-Cash Transaction / Code from emuamericas Delivers Industrial Style With a Contemporary Edge / NanaWall Advances Fenestration with Seamless Glass Lines Through Pioneering Uniform System / Spectorgroup Selected to Design Alvarez & Marsal's Manhattan HQ / Tile Club Introduces Three Timeless Collections—Alata, Boldara, and New Terrazzo / Jamie Stern Furniture Announces Its 6th Annual Rug Design Contest / Configura Names SIP Oasis as Service Partner for IT for the Southeast, One of Two Nationwide / Steelcase Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2026 Results
- New In Classifieds - Help Us Change the Sit/Stand Story | DBP Workspace is actively looking for Independent Sales Rep Groups. Height-adjustable bases are everywhere—but ours aren't just another base. At DBP Workspace, we've designed a line of bases that break the mold: ultra-fast and quiet operation, a streamlined assembly experience, and a warranty that backs up our commitment to long-term quality. Read more on page 76.
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Business of Furniture - September 20, 2025
- ASK STEPHEN - "Why Is It So Hard to Hire Sales Assistants?" - Stephen Viscusi - Being a Sales Assistant is how a lot of people get into the furniture industry. And some of the best sales assistants grow to be the best salespeople.
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: EXPERIENCE™ Columns – Elevating Standards in Contract Furniture Manufacturing - Introducing the all-new EXPERIENCE™ range of lifting columns, where innovation meets sustainability. Designed to redefine performance for height-adjustable desks, these columns are engineered to exceed expectations.
- NeoCon to Launch Premier Lighting Exhibit in 2026 - New curated showcase to feature a compelling look at the trends, technology, and products from the lighting industry for the built environment.
- KI Expands Green Bay Furniture Manufacturing Facility - Back-to-back record-breaking years have led contract furniture manufacturer KI to undertake a 33,400-square-foot addition to its manufacturing facility, adjacent to its corporate headquarters on Bellevue Street in Green Bay.
- Empire Office Acquires Model Home Interiors, Expanding Expertise into Residential and Hospitality Sectors - Headquartered in Maryland with an office in North Carolina, MHI has established itself as a leader in the design and furnishing of model homes, multifamily units, student housing, and senior living environments.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Aceray Launches Corso; A Flexible and Durable Piece of Art / Ethnicraft Introduces the Flow Desk and Sideboard / Invi Air's Slot Tile Square Diffuser That Blends In While Standing Out / Carnegie Expands IMO Wheelmark-Certified Xorel Cruise Wallcovering Line, Introducing Xorel Luxe to the Marine Market / Jamie Stern Furniture, Carpet, Leather & Fabric Debuts Twin Palms Designed By Jeannene Doub / "Hey Jude": The Office Chair That Hits All the Right Notes / Artopex and CET Commercial Interiors: Imagine, Plan, Create
- Carnegie Acoustic Solutions Introduces Flute 3D Panel - With Six Horizontal Ribs for a Sophisticated Fluting Pattern, the Panel Creates Light and Shadow That Showcases the Beauty of Xorel
- Resource Furniture Introduces the Como Collection - The Collection Includes a Contemporary-Designed Sofa and Armchair That Seamlessly Integrate Comfort With Functionality
- UPFRONT: Luum Introduces Radiant Flux, An Iridescent Sheer for Any Space - Whether hung railroaded or off-the-bolt, the Oeko-Tex 100 Certified textile's lightweight construction has a luminous dimension that adds color and softness to any space.
- A Modern Favorite Goes Mini - Heller launches Swell Mini, fun-size and gift-ready.
- Architecture Plus Information (A+I) Joins Global Design Firm Perkins&Will In One of the Most Consequential New York Mergers of the Decade - Unification of workplace strategy titan A+I with the no. 2 architecture firm in the U.S. responds to growing demand for high-end, amenity-rich office design in New York City and global markets.
- PLACES - White & Case Offices – Hong Kong | Two six-person Meeting / Video Conferencing Rooms located on the west side of the floor can also be combined to create one large space.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Forward Space Milwaukee Office Named a Best Place to Work—for the Sixth Year in a Row / Artcobell Promotes Ryan Myers to Vice President of Sales / A Letter from Chas Hepler of Via Seating / Corgan Makes Strategic Leadership Hires in Los Angeles, New York, and Phoenix
- New In Classifieds - Help Us Change the Sit/Stand Story | DBP Workspace is actively looking for Independent Sales Rep Groups. Height-adjustable bases are everywhere—but ours aren't just another base. At DBP Workspace, we've designed a line of bases that break the mold: ultra-fast and quiet operation, a streamlined assembly experience, and a warranty that backs up our commitment to long-term quality. Read more on page 64.
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