The Eye of the Designer’ - Joe Ruggiero’s Design Predictions
On March 01, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
Fashion forecasting is all about what’s new and next, from colors to fabrics and textures to materials. Home décor authority Joe Ruggiero effortlessly translates trends seen on the fashion runways to his designs for interiors. During the International Furniture Market in High Point, vignettes in Ruggiero’s showroom at The MT Company will showcase his design predictions for the world of interiors, dubbed ‘The Eye of the Designer.’
“As a designer it’s my job to be on the forefront of trends,” Ruggiero said. “I then take that information and translate it in soft, beautiful fabrics and furnishings for the home. The…
Pride Family Brands To Sponsor Seminar and Reception During Second Annual Outdoor Design Conference
On March 01, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
FT LAUDERDALE, FL - On March 10, 2016, Pride Family Brands, designer and manufacturer of outdoor furnishings and accessories, will sponsor a seminar followed by a champagne reception as a part of the second annual Outdoor Design Conference being held in the Chicago Merchandise Mart. Open to members of the design trade only, the one-day Conference, which is being organized by the Design Center at the Merchandise Mart, will include presentations on the latest in outdoor trends and product design.
Norman Hamilton, vice president of Designer Sales for Pride Family Brands will present “Furnishing the Great Outdoors: Tomorrow’s Opportunity,…
Phifer’s Green Scene Collection Evokes Peaceful Atmosphere
On February 26, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
TUSCALOOSA, AL - Underlining the celebration of life and a trust in nature to keep us grounded, Phifer’s Green Scene Collection combines delicate neutrals with shades of green and brown reminiscent of nature’s resources. Instilling a sense of wonder and awe, this timeless collection beckons customers to relax.
The Green Scene Collection recreates these sorts of images in a selection of cushion and sling outdoor furniture fabrics adorned in a variety of traditional and whimsical patterns and sophisticated solids.
Phifer’s Designed Fabrics – plush, 100 percent recyclable GeoBella® Indoor/Outdoor Cushion Fabrics and sleek, sling Phifertex® Outdoor Fabrics – are…
Evosus Business Management Software Launches New Mobile Service App
On February 25, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
VANCOUVER, WA - Evosus has launched a new version of its popular Mobile Service application for field technicians. Evosus Mobile Service empowers field techs to find job information quickly, review customer work history and close out jobs.
The app syncs in real-time with back office staff, including job notes and pictures. It even has an offline mode in case techs are out of cell range. Evosus Mobile Service is currently live with over 100 companies throughout the U.S. and is available on Android, iPad and iPhone.
Learn more through Evosus Webinars.
Check dates at: http://www.evosus.com/services/mobile-service/
The Hammock Source Donates $10,000 to Cancer Research
On February 25, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
GREENVILLE, NC - The Hammock Source has made a $10,000 donation to The American Cancer Society toward cancer research through its Original Pawleys Island division.
A formal check presentation was made to representatives from the American Cancer Society at The Hammock Source Corporate Headquarters by the executive team.
Employing over 150 individuals, it was not difficult to find someone in the company who had either directly or indirectly be affected by cancer. In early 2015, The Hammock Source partnered with Making Strides, a division of the American Cancer Society, to donate a portion of all Original Pawleys Island furniture sales…
Fowler Brothers Company Appoints W. Carter Fowler to President and COO
On February 25, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
CHATTANOOGA, TN – One of the oldest businesses in Tennessee, The Fowler Brothers Co, d/b/a The Furniture Shoppe and The Patio Shop, has named Walton Carter Fowler as its new president and chief operating officer (COO). A 5th generation manager of the 130-year- old family-owned business, Carter (pictured) will take the reigns from his father, Richard Calvin Fowler, Jr., who will assume the role of chairman of the Board and CEO.
A leader in fine indoor and outdoor furniture in east Tennessee, the Fowler Brothers legacy began in 1885 with James G. Sterchi selling goods as a traveling salesman out…
“Enhance a Fire” Media Kits from Everburn Now Available for Dealers
On February 25, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
LEXINGTON, KY - Everburn is launching their new brand, “Enhance a Fire!” with Ultimate media kits for Gas Fires for hearth dealers. The formal product launch is planned for the HPBA show in New Orleans.
Judy Edgar, Everburn’s director of Creative Designs, is most excited about this launch. “For the first time Hearth Dealers can get creative with media and offer a wide range of choices for their customers,” she says. “From traditional, transitional to Contemporary – we have designs for everyone!”
Enhance a Fire media kits are perfect for enhancing the looks of Vented Gas Logs, Gas Fireplaces or…
Danver Stainless Outdoor Kitchens Enhances Line of Wood Grain Finishes
On February 24, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
WALLINGFORD, CT - Danver Stainless Outdoor Kitchens has added “Drift” to its growing collection of powder coat wood grain finishes. The new finish is available in both the Danver and Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens brands.
Drift joins eight additional species in the company’s line of wood grain finishes, which bring color, style and design to the outdoors. The finishes are available for both brands’ door styles, including the popular Key West and Hampton, as well as Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens’ exclusive Palm Beach, Bead Board, and Louver.
“Drift has a natural gray tone, which we’ve been seeing as a popular…
