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Bernhardt names Patrick Lanier vice president, sales residential case goods
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Scott Coley returns as ISFD executive board president
by HIGH POINT — Scott Coley, author, lead furniture designer and owner of D. Scott Coley Designs, is returning as executive board president of the International…
Article announces US expansion
by The digital-first company will open stores in California and Washington in the fall VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Digital-first furniture company Article, based here, recently announced…
Building permits and housing completions decline during the same period, but rise from a month earlier WASHINGTON — Housing starts rose in April from a…
Priba Furniture and Interiors to close its doors after more than 54 years in business
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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…
Intiaro releases key findings from proprietary pAIn survey
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Visual commerce expert Intiaro has released findings from its proprietary pAIn survey, a research initiative designed to uncover the most pressing operational, sales and marketing…
Seen at Interwoven spring 2026
Last week, Home News Now and sister publication Casual News Now attended the semiannual Interwoven show in High Point. While there, they visited many fabric…
Court filing cites key factors leading to the demise of Bestar, Bush Furniture
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CPSC announces recall of 2 clothing storage units sold on walmart.com
While no incidents or injuries have been reported, the agency said the units are unstable if not anchored to the wall and also violate the…
New Franchise Group agrees to end legal battles
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20+ trending products to see at High Point Market
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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…
Meridian Furniture appoints Mindy Marx to head product development for home accents segment
NEW YORK — Meridian Furniture, a fast-growing brand known for its vast selection of high-style, affordably priced design-driven pieces, is planning to expand its home…
AICO honors excellence at 2025 Sales Awards dinner in High Point
by HIGH POINT — AICO hosted its 2025 Sales Awards Dinner in High Point, North Carolina, bringing together its team for an evening centered on achievement,…
by Job Title: Regional Director of Retail Company: Gabriella White Location: As the Regional Director of Retail, you’ll be the driver of momentum across multiple store…
Job Title: Vice President Home Delivery Company: Ashley Furniture Location: Tampa, Florida Descriptio: The Vice President of Home Delivery and Repair will lead Ashley Furniture's…
Job Title: Executive Administrative Partner Company: Broad River Retail Location: Fort Mill, South Carolina Description: Broad River Retail is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated professional with…
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Memorial Day sales results are mixed
Shaky consumer confidence, the Iran War and high gas prices are top of mind for retailers Memorial Day weekend, one of the furnishing industry’s most…
Ten out of 10:00 with Warren Kornblum, former marketing exec with Toys “R” Us and Rooms To Go
Home News Now contributor Mark Schumacher interviews the marketing and strategy expert on how companies can lose their brand identity through an overreliance on AI.…