Kevin O’Connor to receive 2026 Spirit of Life Lifetime Achievement Award
by LOS ANGELES — City of Hope and its International Home Furnishings Industry group have named Kevin O’Connor, a highly respected industry executive and visionary leader, as the 2026 Spirit…
Company president says upholstery resource Olivia + Quinn is ceasing operations
by HICKORY, N.C. — The president of upholstery resource Olivia + Quinn said the company is ceasing operations because of a wind down of its parent…
A look at China’s role in the massive changes in US furniture manufacturing
by The residential furniture industry has gone through massive changes over the past 40 years as globalization became a mainstay of production, supply chain and consumer…
WithIt presents WOW Awards in Las Vegas
by LAS VEGAS — WithIt, the women’s leadership development network for the home and furnishings industry, awarded the 2026 WOW Awards at a gala here on Sunday. …
1915 South celebrates grand opening of store in St. Augustine, Florida
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. – Last month, 1915 South unveiled its newest Ashley showroom with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The 21,000-square-foot facility, located at 1762 Tree Blvd., marks a significant addition to…
Ethan Allen reports fiscal 26 Q2, 1st-half results
Despite small declines in revenue, company remains profitable DANBURY, Conn. — Ethan Allen remained profitable despite small declines in sales for its second quarter and…
Woodhaven Furniture hires Jeannie Corey as VP, merchandising
CAIRO, Ga. — Industry merchandising professional Jeannie Corey has joined upholstery manufacturer Woodhaven Furniture as vice president of merchandising. She reports to Woodhaven President Tommy…
HPMA accepting applications for spring Design Influencers Tour
by HIGH POINT — The High Point Market Authority invites interior designers and other design influencers to submit a spring 2026 application to participate in the trade…
A look at China’s role in the massive changes in US furniture manufacturing
The residential furniture industry has gone through massive changes over the past 40 years as globalization became a mainstay of production, supply chain and consumer…
How tariffs on furniture are reshaping global supply chains and how manufacturers can build resilience
by WASHINGTON — The global furniture industry has long depended on a complex network of international suppliers, materials and logistics providers. But new U.S. tariffs on…
Greenland controversy puts some European countries in the tariff crosshairs
How this issue impacts furniture depends on the degree to which each country exports to the US WASHINGTON — The latest tariff threat against European…
ASI bankruptcy’s stain on the entire industry
by End consumers can’t understand why they can’t get their furniture WILMINGTON, Del. — A story out of Tampa, Florida, via WFLA TV features a disgruntled…
by From dining tables to elegant credenzas and sleek sofas, High Point Market is offering attendees a wide variety of furniture with unique styles and on-trend…
Products seen at premarket in September
Home News Now spent several days last month in downtown High Point, where we visited a number of showrooms open for the Sept. 15-16 premarket.…
1915 South celebrates grand opening of store in St. Augustine, Florida
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. – Last month, 1915 South unveiled its newest Ashley showroom with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The 21,000-square-foot facility, located at 1762 Tree Blvd., marks a significant addition to…
WithIt presents WOW Awards in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS — WithIt, the women’s leadership development network for the home and furnishings industry, awarded the 2026 WOW Awards at a gala here on Sunday. …
by Job Title: Sr Director of Retail Finance Company: La-Z-Boy Location: Monroe, Michigan Description: The Sr Director of Retail Finance is the FP&A leader and business…
Job Title: VP of Outdoor Living Furniture Product Line Company: Outova (Blackford Capital Group) Location: Texas Description: Outova is seeking a high-energy, innovative, and execution-driven…
Job Title: Vice President of Sales Company: Caracole (Vivet Inc/Markor International) Location: Greesboro/Winston Salem/High Point Description: The Vice President of Domestic Sales is a strategic…
Retail
Broad River Retail forges ahead in 2026
After expansions into the Northeast and West, the retailer’s goal is $500 million in sales by 2030 CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Manny Rodrigues, president and chief…
Phonix RBS identified as stalking-horse bidder for remaining 37 Buddy Mac stores
WILMINGTON, Del. —The Buddy Mac Holdings bankruptcy is hurtling toward the finish line with Phonix RBS emerging as the stalking-horse bidder for the former Buddy’s Home Furnishings franchisee. The deal for…