- Cozey expands US retail footprint with Los Angeles pop-up location
by Home News NowThe West Coast showroom is key to the Canadian retailer’s global brick-and-mortar push VENICE BEACH, Calif. — After testing the U.S. market with a New … - US upholstery producers brace for foam price increases
by Thomas RussellA fire at a major chemical producer in mid-March also has reportedly limited availability, placing some companies on allocation HIGH POINT — Rising foam prices … - Despite sales dip, RH betting big on physical-first long game
by Brian CarrollRH’s spending frenzy continues, debt beginning to mount CORTE MADERA, Calif. RH is set to officially open this month its latest European flagship inside a … - Consumer Insights Now Week 2 – Higher-income earners seek value in design services
by Thomas RussellWhile many seek out designers for their projects, many are discerning in how they spend their money, including looking for the best financing options HIGH … - Furniture industry legend, Hall of Fame inductee O. William Fenn Jr. dies at age 99
by Home News NowLongtime industry executive was senior vice president of Thomasville Furniture, president, CEO of Stanley and LADD Editor’s note: The following obituary is being reprinted from … - Bassett Furniture reports 2.2% drop in Q1 revenue
by Thomas RussellDecrease was led by decline in retail revenue and partially offset by slight increase in wholesale revenue BASSETT, Va. — Bassett Furniture reported a drop … - Ten out of 10:00 with Alex Seaman, cofounder, Furniture.com
by Mark SchumacherHome News Now contributor Mark Schumacher speaks with the executive, who discusses recent changes to Furniture.com, which now has 80 retailers and nearly 2 million … - Furniture store sales lag behind other sectors for 1st 2 months of the year
by Thomas RussellSales were down 5.6% from February 2025 and also were down 1% from January WASHINGTON — Year-over-year furniture store sales fell for the sixth month … - Bassett Furniture reenergizing sofa-sleeper category with its customizable Z4 program
by Home News NowBASSETT, Va. — Bassett Furniture Industries is reenergizing the sofa-sleeper category with Z4, an innovative design engineered around a state-of-the-art European-style mechanism that enables smooth, … - Howard Elliott returning to High Point with 300 product introductions
by Home News NowHIGH POINT — Howard Elliott, a home décor manufacturer known for its commitment to design, innovation and partnership, is planning to release 300-plus product introductions … - Talk of oil-related price increases heats up
by Thomas RussellWith increases of raw materials averaging around 12%, sources note this could raise FOB prices 6%-8% HIGH POINT — Rising prices of raw materials, some … - Taking the evidence wall down: The tragedy of Franchise Group
by Brian Carroll1 last column explaining in narrative form the saga of FRG-B. Riley-Conn’s-Badcock-Buddy Mac-AF Newco/Phonix RBS A common visual trope in procedural crime dramas, a genre … - Meta debuts social commerce tools for retailers at Shoptalk 2026
by Kathryn GreeneFrom shoppable Reels to in-app checkout, Meta is expanding how retailers turn social engagement into sales LAS VEGAS — Keeping up with digital tools is … - Legacy Classic | Modern launching standalone casual dining program
by Thomas RussellThe groups being shown during the spring market cycle are largely transitional in styling to suit the casual design preferences of today’s consumers HIGH POINT … - CPSC announces recall of more than 250,000 defective plastic tip restraints
by Thomas RussellUnits can break over time, leading to possible tip-over and entrapment incidents that can harm children, older adults WASHINGTON — The United States Consumer Product … - HPMA announces 2 Diversity Advocacy Alliance events for April market
by Home News NowHIGH POINT — The High Point Market Authority’s Diversity Advocacy Alliance announces two events organized for spring market on Sunday, April 26, and Monday, April … - Coaster to launch 4 bedroom, dining collections at High Point Market
by Home News NowSANTE FE SPRINGS, Calif. — Coaster Fine Furniture is planning a 67-SKU introduction encompassing four major bedroom and dining collections at the High Point Market … - April Fools – Sincere apologiesby Home News NowWe sincerely apologize for the immaturity of our staff writers. Management will see to it that they are given a stern talking-to. We promise adultlike behavior for at …
- Furniture Merchandise Manager, Ashley Furnitureby Home News NowJob Title: Furniture Merchandise Manager Company: Ashley Furniture Location: Ecru, Mississippi Description: As a Stationary Merchandising Manager, you will be at the heart of our …
- VP Product Development, Williams-Sonomaby Home News NowJob Title: VP Product Development Company: Williams-Sonoma Location: San Francisco, California Description: The Pottery Barn Vice President of Product Development & Design [Dec Acc] will …
- Director of Customer Care and Delivery, Morris Furniture Company, Inc.by Home News NowJob Title: Director of Customer Care and Delivery Company: Morris Furniture Company, Inc. Location: Fairborn, Ohio Description: The Director of Customer Care and Delivery is …
- Consumer Insights Now Week 2 addresses the importance of designers
by Home News NowThis second of five installments of our research sponsored by Bread Financial offers insights into how high-income consumers prefer to work with the design … - Universal Furniture celebrates opening of new upholstery plant in North Carolina
by Thomas Russell200,000-square-foot operation replaces the company’s former Southern Furniture facility in Conover, North Carolina, that it acquired in 2019 HILDEBRAN, N.C. — Universal Furniture’s move into … - Legacy Classic | Modern rebrands youth furniture segment
by Thomas RussellRight Sized Rooms aims to reinvent the youth category in a meaningful way for retail partners HIGH POINT — Legacy Classic | Modern is rebranding … - Aria Designs to launch US-made upholstery program
by Thomas RussellLine seeks to offer a growing customer base of designers and independent retailers both custom options and speed to market HIGH POINT — Upholstery manufacturer … - Weir’s Furniture to close its doors after nearly 80 years in business
by Kathryn GreeneThe Dallas-based retailer is shuttering its online and brick-and-mortar operations DALLAS — It’s always a sad day when venerable furniture retailers announce they’re going out … - Ashley Furniture named to Forbes list of America’s Best Employers 2026
by Home News NowARCADIA, Wis. — Ashley Furniture Industries LLC has been named on the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers 2026. This prestigious award is presented in collaboration … - Ashley opens newest store in Clermont, Florida
by Home News NowCLERMONT, Fla. — On March 21, Ashley unveiled its newest Ashley showroom with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The 48,000-square-foot facility, located at 17022 State Road 50 here, marks … - Ten More with Nicole Bergen, Elevate Marketing Research
by Mark SchumacherIn this follow-up interview, Home News Now contributor Mark Schumacher speaks with the marketing expert about the $23 trillion spending power of 45- to 60-year-old … - AHF Hall of Fame to present Paul Broyhill Leader award to 5 industry professionals under age 40
by Home News NowHIGH POINT — Five rising stars within the home furnishings industry will be recognized as a prestigious Paul Broyhill Leader during a reception on Thursday, …

