John-Richard moves corporate headquarters, distribution to North Carolina
Company plans to use its Greenwood, Mississippi, operation as a manufacturing hub for its art and botanical lines WHITSETT, N.C. — After more than 40 …
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Louis Shanks closing after nearly 80 years in business
Retailer has been family-owned for its duration, serving as destination for high-end furniture in the Austin, Houston and San Antonio markets AUSTIN, Texas — Luxury …
August housing starts fall 14.8% from last year
YOY building permits also fell 2.7%, while housing completions rose 3.8% from August 2022 WASHINGTON — August housing starts and building permits fell again compared …
Arhaus sets sights on long-term growth
Lifestyle retailer seeks to double its physical store footprint while also boosting market penetration through social media, other marketing initiatives BOSTON HEIGHTS, Ohio — Lifestyle …
AI can — and will — enhance many factors of the home furnishings sector
Last week, Wendy Buzzard, a successful independent rep and a member of IHFRA’s Executive Committee, pointed out that as artificial intelligence continues to play a …
Mitchell Gold Co. seeks court permission to release finished goods inventory
Some products are being held up at 3rd-party logistics warehouses, while others are being held at the company’s own distribution facilities TAYLORSVILLE, N.C. — As …
A closer look at how people spend time at home
Latest Consumer Insights Now research explains why upholstery is such an important category among different age groups HIGH POINT — For many in the industry, …
Noble House Chapter 11 bankruptcy declaration cites familiar industry challenges
Filing describes a host of issues that caused sales to decline and losses to mount dramatically over the past year CHATSWORTH, Calif. — A combination …
Success came quickly — but not easily — for owners of Mid-Tenn Furniture
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — At a time when retail is as soft as a whisper, Brandon and Joanna Brewer, owners of Mid-Tenn Furniture, are hitting it …
August furniture store sales fall 7.8% from last year
Despite the drop, sales activity is still hovering above pre-pandemic levels, including in August 2020 after stores had reopened and demand for furniture started to …
