Hooker Furnishings launches new website, B2B online marketplace
MARTINSVILLE, Va. — In a move designed to revolutionize the way customers and sales reps do business, Hooker Furnishings has launched a marketing technology ecosystem …
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Ten out of 10:00 with Randi Schachter, Biltrite Furniture-Leather-Mattresses
Home News Now contributor Mark Schumacher interviews the fourth-generation chief marketing officer of the Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based retailer. Here, she speaks about the company’s decision to …
WithIt accepting 2026 academic scholarship applications through March 2
HIGH POINT — WithIt (Women In The Home Furnishings Industry Today) has announced its 2026 academic scholarships, including the addition of a new Sustainability Scholarship …
Furniture store sales down 5.6% from December 2024
Sales also were down .9% from November while overall retail sales were flat during the same period WASHINGTON — The U.S. Census Bureau conducts the …
Craftmanship, sculptural silhouettes define spring introductions at lifestyle retailers
Retailers Arhaus, Crate & Barrel, Lulu & Georgia and Pottery Barn unveil new collections Some of the furniture trends to watch in 2026, according to …
SouthWorth Capital investment in AFM seeks to build on company strengths
Principals look to continue manufacturers’ legacy of building quality product while improving service MEMPHIS, Tenn. — SouthWorth Capital Management’s investment in American Furniture Manufacturing and …
NAR reports drop in December pending home sales
Contract signings also declined from November, falling in all 4 regions of the US WASHINGTON — The National Association of Realtors has reported a drop …
Science in Design to provide keynote presentation at April High Point Market
HIGH POINT — Science in Design announces its upcoming keynote presentation, “Creating Health-Based Design — Beauty, Neuroaesthetics and Biophilia: A Virtual Showhouse,” debuting at the …
Industry veteran Richard Carlson dies at age 84
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 …
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, marks a significant …
