Industry consultant, manufacturing expert Art Raymond dies at age 78
by RALEIGH, N.C. Arthur Garfield "Art" Raymond, Jr. passed away peacefully on June 20, 2026, following a courageous and long-fought battle with Parkinson’s Disease.Art was born…
by Youth furniture icon brought sophisticated styling to the category, allowing children the opportunity to choose rooms that suited their personalities and design preferences HARRINGTON PARK,…
Old Hickory president charged with 2nd degree murder
by Court dispute preceded fatal shooting that left business partner dead NEWTON, N.C. The news last week that Old Hickory Tannery’s Willard Gary Black had been…
NAR also reports gains in all 4 regions of the country in year-over-year and month-over-month activity WASHINGTON — Pending home sales rose by 4.8% from…
Are consignment furniture stores taking market share?
Consumers who appreciate brand names, quality and traditional designs are finding all this and more at very affordable prices in antique marketplaces Editor's note: This…
Ten out of 10:00 with Gleb Mytko, senior analyst with The Freedonia Group
by Home News Now contributor Mark Schumacher interviews the senior analyst with the industrial marketing/analysis organization about the short- and long-term impacts of the U.S. conflict…
Vanguard Furniture promotes Ben Stewart to chief financial officer
by HICKORY, N.C. — Luxury furniture manufacturer Vanguard Furniture, headquartered in Hickory, North Carolina, announced the promotion of Ben Stewart to chief financial officer. Stewart, who…
Cindy Hall joins Design Foundry as director of customer experience
HICKORY, N.C. — Industry veteran Cindy Hall has joined upholstered furniture manufacturer Design Foundry as director of customer experience. Cindy Hall Hall began her new…
Lily Jack announces shift in Mexico manufacturing operations to US facilities
INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Contract and hospitality furniture manufacturer Lily Jack recently announced a shift in its operations that consolidates some of its Mexico manufacturing and shifts…
CPSC announces recall of more than 13,000 clothing storage units sold on Amazon.com
Agency said units are unstable if not anchored to the wall, posing a tip-over, entrapment risk that can harm children WASHINGTON — The U.S. Consumer…
US government seeks to impose tariffs on countries allegedly tied to forced labor
Section 301 hearing is planned for July 7; deadline for written comments is July 6 WASHINGTON — In what could be a further challenge to…
CPSC announces recall of more than 13,000 clothing storage units sold on Amazon.com
Agency said units are unstable if not anchored to the wall, posing a tip-over, entrapment risk that can harm children WASHINGTON — The U.S. Consumer…
20+ trending products to see at High Point Market
by High Point Market is the place to see new and trending furniture, and there is no shortage of products at this market. Here's a closer…
Seen at premarket spring 2026
HIGH POINT — At the recently concluded premarket in High Point, Home News Now visited a number of showrooms, many of which were market-ready with…
Vanguard Furniture promotes Ben Stewart to chief financial officer
HICKORY, N.C. — Luxury furniture manufacturer Vanguard Furniture, headquartered in Hickory, North Carolina, announced the promotion of Ben Stewart to chief financial officer. Stewart, who…
Coaster to sponsor RESACON Las Vegas 2026
by Full-line resource also will sponsor 'Designed with Coaster' contest SANTE FE SPRINGS, Calif. — At the upcoming Las Vegas Market, Coaster Fine Furniture is a…
by Job Title: Director of Product Development Company: Palecek Location: San Francisco Bay Area Description: The Director of Product Development will play a pivotal role in…
Job Title: Vice President Customer Experience Company: Visual Comfort Location: Houston, Texas Description: The Vice President of Customer Experience is responsible for architecting and delivering…
by Job Title: Representatives Company: Urban Styles Furniture Locations: Ohio, Michigan, New York, New Jersey, New England, Mid-Atlantic Description: Urban Styles Furniture is looking for experienced…
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Retailers celebrate our nation’s 250th
To say this July Fourth is just another holiday weekend is a major understatement. Retailers around the country are honoring our Semiquincentennial with major sales…
What Arhaus’ new collection says about consumer design preferences
As consumers move beyond minimalism, The Collected Home from Arhaus embraces heritage-inspired designs BOSTON HEIGHTS, Ohio — After years of minimalism and “beigeification,” consumers are…