Glen Raven Inc. to Eliminate PFAS Chemicals Across Entire Portfolio
On March 21, 2023, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
BURLINGTON, N.C. - As part of its longstanding commitment to continuing a pattern of transparency, sustainable practices and providing the highest quality products, Glen Raven Inc. today announced it has begun to phase out PFAS chemicals across its global fabric portfolio. The company began incorporating optimal non-PFAS solutions into production last month and all production will be transitioned to non-PFAS by the end of 2023. In addition, all new fabric designs, including for the company’s flagship Sunbrella® brand, will be specified as non-PFAS and will be produced using the company’s new non-PFAS solution.
“Since 2015, our global research and development…
O’Malia’s Living Selected for 2023 Mary Fruehauf Retail Genius Award
On March 18, 2023, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
HIGH POINT, N.C. – The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) gave this year’s Mary Fruehauf Retail Genius Award to O’Malia’s Living in Carmel, Ind. The presentation was made during the ICFA’s Educational Conference in Nashville earlier this month.
The single-unit retailer was lauded for its unique hand-crafted decorative accents placed throughout the store’s outdoor furnishings displays created by a longtime employee. About five years ago, Pat Flatley expressed interest in stepping away from her administrative role and utilizing her more than 20 years’ experience in the floral and corporate decorating business. Owner Scott Horvath set up a 1,500-square-foot laboratory stocked…
Spectra Outdoor Defines Luxury Seating
On March 16, 2023, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
HIGH POINT, N.C. – Upholstery expert Spectra Home, known for crafting tailored furniture, is adding the look and feel of their indoor furnishings to their new Spectra Outdoor collection of lush seating and occasional tables. The Spectra Outdoor collection will debut in the Spectra Home showroom, 200 N Hamilton St, at this spring’s High Point Market.
“Our research shows that consumers want their outdoor lifestyle spaces to blend with their indoor areas and to have the same ambiance,” stated Jim Telleysh, president of Spectra Home. “Our new Spectra Outdoor collection offers just that. It has the same comfort and finely…
New Cushion Production Manager At Jensen Outdoor
On March 10, 2023, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
Jensen Outdoor has appointed LeaAnn Champeau as its cushion production manager. Champeau brings a rich resume of expertise to Jensen Outdoor, with a career spanning more than 35 years in outdoor cushion production, product design, and development. She will be responsible for overseeing the production of cushions at a high rate and even higher quality to continue to make Jensen Outdoor the best possible partner to our retail and design customers. Champeau will join the team on March 13.
Prior to joining Jensen Outdoor, Champeau worked for Lloyd Flanders as a production supervisor of the Cushion Department for 20 years,…
Luxury Furniture Store Launching New Retail Format In Annapolis Town Center
On March 08, 2023, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
PELHAM, AL – Gabriella White, LLC recently announced that Annapolis, MD will host the first in a series of next generation retail stores housing its brands Summer Classics – timeless luxury outdoor furniture and Gabby—inspiring and eclectic indoor furniture, homeware, and accessories. The doors will officially open at the new location – 1910 Towne Centre Blvd, Suite 100 – on Thursday, March 9, 2023, including a ribbon cutting ceremony and reception as well as a full educational program for interior designers.
This new retail store format is designed to inspire – expertly curated to ensure a sense of discovery…
In Memory Of Ronald Jacob Couri
On March 08, 2023, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
FORT LEE, N.J. - Ronald Jacob Couri of Fort Lee, formerly of Tenafly, New Jersey passed away unexpectedly at his residence on February 28, 2023, at the age of 70. His family, friends, and employees are all deeply saddened by his passing.
He is survived by his sons Evan Brett Couri and Ronald George Couri, his daughter Cristina Couri Salit, her husband Eric Stephen Salit, and his grandchildren Elle Harper Salit and Star Grey Salit.
Born on October 8, 1952, in Brooklyn, New York, to George Jacob Couri and Eleanor Veronica Shehab, Ron grew up in Dyker Heights…
International Market Centers Honored As Industry Partner
On March 07, 2023, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
HIGH POINT, N.C. – International Market Centers, owner and operator of AmericasMart Atlanta, received ICFA’s 2023 Industry Partner Award at the Association’s Educational Conference at the Grand Hyatt in Nashville last week.
The award is presented annually to a company or individual who has served on an ICFA board, council or committee and demonstrated a heightened level of participation in advancing the organization’s strategic plans and goals. Previous recipients include theMART, Sunbrella / Glen Raven, Richard Frinier Design Studio and Outdura.
In 2023, the casual furnishings industry relocated its annual trade show to AmericasMart Atlanta, with a soft opening…
New Stylus Cara Elite Fireplace and Napoleon App
On March 01, 2023, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
BARRIE, ON — Fireplace technology has evolved immensely, with consumer convenience at the forefront. Napoleon is prioritizing home functionality and accessibility, with the release of the all-new Stylus Cara Elite electric fireplace. The Stylus Cara Elite brings more than ambiance and comfortable temperatures to a room —it is built with Smart Technology, enabling voice control through Google Home and Alexa devices and controls that are fully customizable through the newly introduced Napoleon Home mobile application.
“The Stylus Cara Elite offers a new and innovative perspective on fireplaces,” said Garry Scott, vice president of Marketing. “The Stylus Cara…
