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Business of Furniture - March 21, 2024

 
  •   A Vibrant NeoCon 2024 Takes Shape - Immersive New and Expanded Showrooms, Exciting 7th Floor Additions, and More
  •   How They Did It: A New Era of the Office with Framery Smart Pods - Our new Framery smart pods are redefining the modern office through technology, and re-engineering the way we work.
  •   Stephen Says - "...Salone Part Two!" - by Stephen Viscusi - Remember, Salone is one of the largest trade fairs and can be overwhelming, so ask anyone you know who has attended in the past, hearing the experience of people who have gone is most helpful.
  •   Muuto Opens Tokyo Flagship Store - In 2018, the brand was acquired by Knoll, later becoming Millerknoll.
  •   BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Teknion Enters Into A Strategic Partnership With British Furniture Brand Modus - The partnership unites two brands each with a distinct design heritage and strong sustainability drive. This investment in Modus expands Teknion's future global portfolio of social and collaborative products while supporting the Modus international growth plan.
  •   PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Spacestor Launches Portals Huddle, a Customizable, Private Collaboration Space - As part of Spacestor's flexible Portals family, Portals Huddle provides a private collaboration hotspot with huge design choice.
  •   PEOPLE SPOTLIGHT: Lori Klem will Take the Helm as Indiana Furniture's CFO/Vice President of Finance - Klem will focus on managing the financial actions of the company and delivering a comprehensive, strategic financial vision that will help drive Indiana Furniture's future growth and success.
  •   New From Vitra: Barber Osgerby's Mikado Chair and Julie Richoz's Color Fame Mirrors - Mikado is available as an armchair – with the subtle suggestion of armrests – or as a side chair, and was Developed by Vitra in Switzerland.
  •   Cadigan Accepts New Role as Artcobell Chief Development Officer - With a commitment to quality, durability and student-centered design, Artcobell offers a wide range of products designed to enhance the learning environment and support the needs of educators and students alike.
  •   UPFRONT: HON Announces the Launch of the 2024 HON Collection Catalog - With an emphasis on HON's vertical markets—Business, Education, Healthcare, Government, and the HON NOW Quickship program—the 2024 HON Collection is a comprehensive resource to help progressive organizations design intuitive, supportive environments for their employees.
  •   UPCOMING EVENT: Register Today for BIFMA Accredited CEU: Why Standards Matter - This course provides knowledge to the A&D community, facility managers, building owners, end users, and manufacturers about BIFMA's mission and work.
  •   Fellowes Walls and Workspace Product Now Available Through Equalis Group Contract - Each program in the growing portfolio provides members with contracting compliance and the ability to configure the solution that best meets their individual needs while achieving the lowest Total Cost of Ownership.
  •   MillerKnoll Earns Gold Medal Rating From EcoVadis - This Global Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) accolade places the company in the top five percent of companies rated in the past year.
  •   Steelcase Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2024 Results - Orders grew 4% compared to prior year driven by 8% growth in the Americas.
  •   Tarkett's 2023 CSR Report Highlights Progress In Climate Ambition, Circular Economy and Support to People & Communities - Coping with the most stringent world standards in terms of indoor air quality, 99% of their flooring solutions have low volatile organic compounds emission levels, which is ten times lower than the strictest world standards.
  •   Athena - Scalable Lighting Control for Commercial Spaces by Lutron - The Athena system adds innovative new light and shade day-synchronization to projects of any size.
  •   The Good Plastic Company Appoints New Talent to Drive Strategic North American Expansion - "We are pleased to have Diane and Linda guide us in this pivotal moment for The Good Plastic Company."
  •   New In Classifieds - Sales Account Manager | Environments at Work | This position identifies prospective customers, generates leads, and lands new business opportunities; oversees all aspects of an account's business; responsible for all project and daily work order activities and full customer satisfaction for all accounts. Read more on page 106.
  •   PLACES - China Literature Offices – Shanghai | With tea break and Collaboration Areas overlooking the Huangpu River, they foster easy and impromptu collaboration among employees at all times.
  •   INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - UP7 and Verdure-X Are Now Available from Sunon / Indiana Furniture Announces Move to New Corporate Headquarters / Craig Baker Joins ERG International as Chief Operations Officer / Woolpert Promotes Chief Corporate Development Officer Neil Churman to President / Diana Revkin, IIDA, Joins Artisan Stoneworks as VP of Strategy, Marketing and Business Development / Ware Malcomb Announces Promotion of Akanksha Singh to Studio Manager, Science & Technology in Pleasanton, CA / BRC Group Welcomes Two New Regional Sales Directors / Aceray Unveils the Polka Collection — a Fusion of Retro Charm and Modern Sophistication
  •   So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers

Business of Furniture - March 14, 2024

 
  •   HBF Celebrates Women's History Month with Collab-HER-ation Panel - The panel agreed that everything's connected—in one way or another—to propelling great leadership, and collectively, they noted several key elements such as building a good team, fostering partnerships and creativity, having a collective vision and having fun, and leading with compassion.
  •   Sabbia Launch: New Chair from Groupe Lacasse - Sabbia's compact and elegant design is an instant eye-catcher, adding a touch of sophistication to any workspace. Its distinctively modern look makes it the ideal choice for those who appreciate aesthetics without compromising functionality.
  •   Stephen Says - "Unemployed for Too Long? Heres Why." - by Stephen Viscusi - Without knowing anything about you, and as you said, thinking in broad strokes, here are a couple of consistent issues that I see with people who are unemployed for longer than most.
  •   Evolution Design: PULS Vario Offices - A workplace immersed in vibrant colors.
  •   BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Landscape Forms Announces New Partnership with Leading School Furniture Company, Smith System - "Our partnership with Landscape Forms facilitates teaching outside. Which is a thrilling opportunity for students to connect with where they live, to spark curiosity, and to uncover different ways to learn."
  •   PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: New from Flos - Bilboquet - The playful aspect of Bilboquet is also central in the choice of the three-color palette, sage, tomato and linen, which characterize not only the body of the lamp, but also the cable and plug, resulting in a body with consistent aesthetics.
  •   PEOPLE SPOTLIGHT: Office Environments & Services Announces Madelen Salter as Market President - "Madelen has been instrumental in the growth and success of Office Environments & Services this past year, and we are excited for her to lead us into the future."
  •   UPFRONT: Celebrating Global Recycling Day: Humanscale Leads in Sustainability - At the heart of Humanscale's philosophy is the principle of achieving more with less.
  •   UPCOMING EVENT: Steelcase Webinar Mar. 19: Understanding Universal Design for Learning - On March 19 at noon ET, join Steelcase and our panel of experts to learn how the Universal Design for Learning framework can address barriers, improve the learning experience for all students and provide inspiration for the design of learning spaces.
  •   KFI Studios Introduces Alden Table with Wood Top - With its clean, minimalist design, Alden effortlessly blends into various styles and spaces, from a relaxed lounge to a dynamic collaborative zone to a welcoming lobby area.
  •   CIFF Guangzhou 2024: China International Furniture Fair Announces Record-breaking Scale and Focus on Design, Global Trade, and Full Supply Chain - China International Furniture Fair (CIFF Guangzhou), the world's largest furniture exhibition, unveils its vision for the upcoming edition, offering a unique opportunity to see the latest design trends, connect with industry professionals from all over the world and discover innovative products from the entire furniture supply chain.
  •   Tangram Interiors Partners With Neiman Marcus Group to Create Innovative Corporate Hub in Dallas - Throughout the hub, five associate lounges provide opportunities for comfortable and informal collaboration, each celebrating iconic Neiman Marcus store locations with unique aesthetics and art pieces.
  •   Clear Design Debuts The Campano Collection - The luxurious Campano Collection highlights the wood's natural characteristics through a minimal finishing process to protect and preserve its storytelling beauty and create inviting workspaces for teams and guests.
  •   Studio TK is a Winner of the iF DESIGN AWARD 2024 - This Prestigious Win in the Film/Video Category is a Testament to Creative Excellence
  •   Unika Vaev Introduces its latest Acoustic Product in Collaboration with Unika Vaev Studios - Since 1975, Unika Vaev has established itself with expansive collections of Decorative Acoustic sound absorbing products.
  •   Edelman Introduces Helm, Oath and Poem by Ilse Crawford - Ilse Crawford is a designer, educator, creative director, and founder of Studioilse who lives and works in London.
  •   Armadillo Celebrates People, Planet and Philanthropy - During B-Corp Month Armadillo actively supports causes aligned with its mission to positively impact both people and the planet.
  •   Nemo Tile + Stone Introduces Dylan, a Metal-Inspired Porcelain Tile Collection - The interplay of gloss and satin, created by combining the enamel, gives Dylan a visual movement that enriches any space and aesthetic.
  •   Ware Malcomb Tops $1 Million in Charitable Contributions to United Way - Employee Philanthropy Program WM Community Has Partnered with Organization for 24 Years
  •   Enhanced Customer Experience with Improved Service for Memo Sample Orders - Before these enhancements, orders were only shipped until 2:00 p.m. from Monday through Friday.
  •   New In Classifieds - Sales Account Manager | Environments at Work | This position identifies prospective customers, generates leads, and lands new business opportunities; oversees all aspects of an account's business; responsible for all project and daily work order activities and full customer satisfaction for all accounts. Read more on page 126.
  •   PLACES - Licious Offices – Bengaluru | The heart of the space, resembling a European Fish Market, serves as a social hub and content creation platform.
  •   INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Aceray Debuts Latest Catalog of Hospitality and Contract Furniture / Soake Pools Launches Dedicated Cold Plunge / USAI Lighting Introduces The Littletwos / From the Beach to the Boardroom: Unispace's 'Art for Impact' Program Partners with NGO to Turn 50,000 Ocean Plastic Bags into Office Art / Now Shipping Vooom™: Via Seating's Most Anticipated Release / Teknion's Chronicle: Accommodating Workplace Personalization with A Natural Base
  •   So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers

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