Bassett Furniture reports fiscal Q2, 1st-half results
by Consolidated sales were down .7% for the quarter and down 1.5% for the full 1st half BASSETT, Va. — Bassett Furniture reported a .7% decrease…
Industry consultant, manufacturing expert Art Raymond dies at age 78
by Art Raymond RALEIGH, N.C. — Arthur Garfield "Art" Raymond Jr. died on June 20 following a courageous and long-fought battle with Parkinson’s Disease.Raymond was born…
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…
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
by 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…
Vanguard Furniture promotes Ben Stewart to chief financial officer
by HICKORY, N.C. — Luxury furniture manufacturer Vanguard Furniture, headquartered in Hickory, North Carolina, has promoted Ben Stewart to chief financial officer. Stewart, who has been…
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…
Barga Pty Ltd. opens its 1st Ashley showroom in Australia
by GRIFFITH, New South Wales (Australia) — Barga Pty Ltd. unveiled its first Ashley showroom last month with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The 7,900-square-foot facility is located at 44-46 Altin St, Griffith, Australia, 2680. This living…
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…
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…
Barga Pty Ltd. opens its 1st Ashley showroom in Australia
GRIFFITH, New South Wales (Australia) — Barga Pty Ltd. unveiled its first Ashley showroom last month with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The 7,900-square-foot facility is located at 44-46 Altin St, Griffith, Australia, 2680. This living…
HIGH POINT — The American Home Furnishings Alliance has promoted three of its employees. Nicolas Spino Nicholas Spino has been promoted to director of communications,…
by Job Title: Vice President of Fleet Maintenance Company: Ashley Furniture Location: Mesquite, Texas Description: This role is responsible for establishing and leading the end-to-end fleet…
Job Title: General Manager Company: Design Within Reach Location: Charlotte, North Carolina Description: Design Within Reach at MillerKnoll offers an opportunity for you to grow…
by Job Title: VP of Supply Chain Company: Summer Classics Location: Pelham, Alabama Description: Summer Classics is seeking a Vice President of Supply Chain to provide…
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Barga Pty Ltd. opens its 1st Ashley showroom in Australia
GRIFFITH, New South Wales (Australia) — Barga Pty Ltd. unveiled its first Ashley showroom last month with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The 7,900-square-foot facility is located at 44-46 Altin St, Griffith, Australia, 2680. This living…
Bassett Furniture reports fiscal Q2, 1st-half results
Consolidated sales were down .7% for the quarter and down 1.5% for the full 1st half BASSETT, Va. — Bassett Furniture reported a .7% decrease…