by ORLANDO, Fla. — Industry veteran Richard “Dick” Carlson died here on Feb. 2 at age 84. Over the course of a successful 35-year career in…
CPSC announces recalls of 2 more clothing storage units sold on Amazon
by Although no injuries or incidents have occurred, the agency said they pose tip-over risks that can harm children WASHINGTON — The United States Consumer Product…
Auction of remaining Howard Miller manufacturing equipment to run through Feb. 10
ZEELAND, Mich. — After nearly a century of manufacturing heirloom clocks, curio cabinets and furniture, Howard Miller has officially closed its operations and is liquidating…
High Point Market Authority to move to new headquarters in early 2027
Move to new building planned at 115 S. Hamilton St. will be the organization's 3rd location in 25 years HIGH POINT — For the third…
How agentic AI will reshape retail
by Research shows 48% of retailers plan to deploy artificial intelligence agents by this year The retail industry, as we know it, is undergoing rapid change.…
Circle Furniture bankruptcy impacts consumers and suppliers
Jan. 30 Chapter 7 filing lists many consumers who are owed money from deposits made on furniture ACTON, Mass. — Bankruptcy documents filed Jan. 30…
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…
Ashley licensee opens new store in Ampang, Malaysia
SELANGOR, Malaysia — Last month, Morphxt Sdn. Bhd. unveiled its newest Ashley showroom with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The 8,000 square-foot facility, at 649 Jln Ampang Utama 1/2, Tmn Ampang Utama, Ampang, Selangor, Malaysia, 68000, marks…
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…
CPSC announces recalls of 2 more clothing storage units sold on Amazon
Although no injuries or incidents have occurred, the agency said they pose tip-over risks that can harm children WASHINGTON — The United States Consumer Product…
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…
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.…
Science in Design to provide keynote presentation at April High Point Market
HIGH POINT — Science in Design proudly announces its upcoming keynote presentation, “Creating Health-Based Design--Beauty, Neuroaesthetics, and Biophilia: A Virtual Showhouse,” debuting at the April…
Ashley licensee opens new store in Ampang, Malaysia
SELANGOR, Malaysia — Last month, Morphxt Sdn. Bhd. unveiled its newest Ashley showroom with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The 8,000 square-foot facility, at 649 Jln Ampang Utama 1/2, Tmn Ampang Utama, Ampang, Selangor, Malaysia, 68000, marks…
by Job Title: Director of Product Curation Company: RH Location: Corte Madera, California Description: RH is seeking a director of product curation to help lead the…
Job Title: VP of Product Development & Innovation Company: Ruggable Location: Los Angeles Description: Ruggable is seeking a dynamic and strategic VP of Product Development…
by Job Title: Product Development Manager Company: Meridian Furniture Location: Brooklyn, New York Description: Meridian Furniture is seeking a highly creative and visionary Product Development Manager…
Retail
Gardner White adding 9 new store locations
Addition of new stores will begin this spring, bringing the retailer's store count to 30 DETROIT — Retailer Gardner White is adding nine new store…
Court OKs stalking-horse bid for Buddy Mac, buyer for American Signature stores
Hearings make for busy day Wednesday in the 2 bankruptcy courts In contrast to the Franchise Group bankruptcy, U.S. trustees have proven to be champions…