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Furniture’s value consumer is moving up the income ladder

The latest Beige Book suggests price sensitivity is spreading to higher-income shoppers, putting more pressure on retailers to prove the value of every purchase WASHINGTON …

Franchise Group’s litigation trust sues Kahn, Riley and others

What has become a familiar narrative is presented in case against those who took FRG private in 2023 WILMINGTON, Del. — The buffet of litigation that …

When leadership meets the science of design

HIGH POINT — Leadership can take many forms. Sometimes, it means making a bold business decision. Sometimes, it means asking a question others have not …

Bauhaus and Nazi Germany: Exploring modernism in Berlin

And a Berlin surprise: Oscar Wilde, furniture designer and interior decorator? BERLIN — Just as I did two years ago in Vienna, this summer while …

Affordability challenges continue to impact housing market

NAHB report says this is related to a more than 30-basis-point rise in the average mortgage rate and a 2% increase in the median price …

Classy Living announces debut at PrimeTime

HOUSTON — Classy Living, a leading supplier of wall décor, mirrors and lighting, has entered into a new partnership with Nationwide Marketing Group, North America’s …

Science in Design launching Science Scouts program at High Point Market

HIGH POINT — Science in Design will debut an innovative new initiative at the October High Point Market designed to recognize manufacturers whose products contribute …

Letter to the editor: Ethan Allen shareholder challenge is a wake-up call for the industry

The shareholder challenge at Ethan Allen should be read as more than a dispute over one public company’s board or executive leadership. It is a …

July homebuilder confidence falters

Factors influencing the results include regulatory pressures on the industry, interest rate levels and materials costs WASHINGTON — Builder confidence fell in July as the …