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Business of Furniture - October 25, 2025
- ASK STEPHEN - "This Company Ghosted Me!" - Stephen Viscusi - A recent report I read states that 48% of job seekers say they have been ghosted by an employer in the past year.
- Stefanie Schwalb: The Future is Now: Advanced Concepts 2.0 at Teknion's New York Showroom Merges Generations and Innovations for the Modern Workplace - Advanced Concepts 2.0 will be on display at the Teknion New York Showroom from October through December 2025.
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Designtex and nanimarquina Weave the Beauty of the Imperfect into New Textiles - Designtex introduces a debut collaboration that fuses its expertise in contract textiles with the creative vision of nanimarquina.
- Hightower Introduces Rex: A Circular Seating Solution That Redefines Responsibility and Design - Rex reflects Hightower's Considered Solutions philosophy through conscious craftsmanship and material circularity.
- Landscape Forms Introduces Cove: Elevated Outdoor Structure, Simplified and Streamlined - "Cove brings together everything we've learned about outdoor structure design—what people value, what's essential, and what makes for a welcoming, elevated outdoor experience."
- New In Classifieds - Regional Sales Manager in Miami Beach | The Viscusi Group is recruiting for a Regional Sales manager in the Miami market. The territory covers the southeast Florida market for a manufacturer that makes contract, ancillary and healthcare furniture, distributed and sold exclusively through dealers. Read more on page 85.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Wyatt Seating Announces Addition of Jimmy Allen of Jimmy Allen & Associates / Contract Furniture, Inc. Announces Retirement After 27 Years of Service; Hosts Farewell Warehouse & Truck Sale / Nowy Styl Champions Movement and Health During Global Ergonomics Month / Carnegie Introduces Cressida and Verona, Two New Coated Upholstery Patterns in Its Elements Collection / Tekloom Showcases the World's Toughest Woven Fabric at HCD 2025 / Spokes Ambient from Foscarini — When Design and Tech Illuminate Together
- HBF Textiles Unveils 'Feel & Form' Collection - Designed to move you, the new five-pattern collection builds emotional environments through the dramatic interplay of dimension, tactility, and light.
- Kimball International Launches the Havei Recliner and New Products - Their most recent introductions include Havei, a new recliner series designed for comfort, efficiency, and well-being.
- UPFRONT: Humanscale Expands Its Ocean Collection with the Launch of Freedom Ocean - This release reinforces Humanscale's commitment to combating ocean pollution by transforming discarded materials into sustainable workplace solutions.
- Brentano Presents the Night Orchid Collective at BDNY 2025 - A Multi-Sensory Collaboration with Cumberland Furniture and Divya Rugs
- KI Showcases Learning Spaces That Inspire Every Student at EDspaces 2025 - At EDspaces 2025, held November 5–7 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio, KI invites educators, architects, and designers to experience a learning environment built around one powerful idea: every student learns differently.
- NeoCon Announces Call for 2026 Programming - NeoCon invites leading voices, industry disruptors, and forward-thinking design experts to submit Continuing Education Units (CEUs), workshops, and NeoCon Talks proposals for the 57th edition.
- PLACES - ACC Office – Sofia | In the early stages of the project, different options were explored for adding new meeting and collaboration zones, establishing flexible working models.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Samuelson Furniture Announces Michael Chalfin as President / Ethnicraft Unveils new HQ during High Point Market / Three H Welcomes Adam Sinclair as Director of Engineering / MillerKnoll Announces New Chief Financial Officer / Davis Furniture's New Graded-In Partnership with HBF Textiles / Natuzzi Appoints David Workman as Chief Commercial Officer, Wholesale North Americas / A4LE and EDmarket Unite to Shape the Future of Learning Environments / See What Is New From Loll Designs This High Point Market / Gloster Presents New 2026 Collections at High Point / Natural Inspiration Meets Artistic Interpretation: Koroseal Introduces Five New Wallcoverings in Collaboration with Artist Patty Madden / DEDON Presents New MYMI Collection at High Point
- So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers
Business of Furniture - October 18, 2025
- ASK STEPHEN - "Are You Your Company's LinkedIn Poser?" - Stephen Viscusi - Maintaining a balanced approach to personal branding on social media is essential in today's work environment. Think of it like 'networking.'
- Allsteel Explores the Office as a Hub for Collaboration, Culture, and Connection - The brand's latest offerings combine sustainability, personalization, and flexible design to shape workplaces that reflect organizational values and support evolving needs.
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: 9to5 Seating Introduces Vito — A Contemporary Quick Ship Task Chair for Today's Dynamic Workspaces - Vito was developed to meet the evolving needs of modern workspaces—where flexibility, comfort, and design must work in harmony. Its weight-balanced control mechanism automatically adjusts to each user, offering personalized support without manual calibration.
- Hightower Partners with Varier to Launch Social Collection - New seating line fosters movement, productivity, connection, and design integrity.
- CIFF Shanghai 2025: An Edition That Consolidated Its Role as a Global Hub for Design and Innovation in Furniture - On September 12, the 56th edition of the China International Furniture Fair (Shanghai) successfully concluded at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Hongqiao, reaffirming its position as one of Asia's most dynamic platforms for innovation in design and furniture.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - Wyatt Seating Announces Addition of Katie Escovedo of The Esco Group / Taking Education Higher: Enwork Previews Zori Lecture Hall Tables at EDspaces 2025 / Designtex's Flora + Form Welcomes a Grounded, Outdoor Calm / BDNY 2025 Set to Rewrite the Rules of Boutique Hotel Design
- Shaw Contract Unveils Coexist and Aria: Two Distinct Tile + Stone Collections That Celebrate Craft, Contrast, and Classic Reinvention - From Japanese-inspired harmony to Carrara marble nostalgia—these new collections bring artistry and versatility to commercial interiors.
- Kimball International Hosts FutureX, a Design Immersion Event - Created for interior designers, innovators, and thought leaders who are shaping what's next, FutureX is hosted in design-inspired cities and features trend roundtables, future casting workshops, and immersive city tours.
- UPFRONT: Ghent Elevates Patient Experience During Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Beyond - Ghent is reaffirming its commitment to supporting patients and caregivers through healthcare-centric solutions that make a difference. With breast cancer projected to affect approximately 316,950 women in the U.S. in 2025, the stakes could not be higher.
- What to Expect from KI at Healthcare Design Conference + Expo 2025 - At the show, attendees can explore the Zoetry Collection, an inviting line of seating and tables that marries performance with warmth and visual softness.
- JSI Health at HCD 2025: Caregiver Burnout Is Rising. Space Design Can Help. - This year's booth is built around a visual and functional design language of soothing joy.
- Remembering Lynda M. Dehn: A Guiding Light for Humanscale and the Design Community - Lynda passed away after a brave battle with terminal cancer, leaving behind a legacy defined by intelligence, compassion, and a steadfast dedication to excellence.
- Momentum Acquires B+N Industries, Bridging Architectural Systems and Interior Surfaces - Strategic Integration of Leading Brands Equips Designers with Seamless Solutions Across Commercial Spaces
- PLACES - Money Forward Offices – Chennai | The Chennai office no longer felt like a branch. It became a value center, aligned with the company's mission.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Bill Martin Joins Storr Office Environments as the Director of Walls and Flooring / Knoll Brings Johnston Marklee's Sculptural Biboni Sofa to North America / Kasthall Strengthens its Organization and Presence: Appoints First Ever Managing Director for the Americas / Integra Partners With Inside Evolutions as South Texas Representatives / Aceray Unveils Moda Collection: Italian Design, Infinite Possibilities / Beautiful, Functional, Durable: Koroseal Introduces Four New Flex Wallcoverings / Kimball International Hosts Third Annual Prelude Student Design Competition / Tarkett Hosts Inaugural WorkLife Summit, a Collective Effort to Shape Next Chapter of Commercial Real Estate / Configura Announces 2025 Award Winners / Rimadesio Unveils Its New Flagship Store in Miami
- New In Classifieds - Help Us Change the Sit/Stand Story | DBP Workspace is actively looking for Independent Sales Rep Groups. Height-adjustable bases are everywhere—but ours aren't just another base. At DBP Workspace, we've designed a line of bases that break the mold: ultra-fast and quiet operation, a streamlined assembly experience, and a warranty that backs up our commitment to long-term quality. Read more on page 84.
- So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers
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