OW Lee Cuts Ribbon On New Factory in Comfort, Texas
On May 06, 2021, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
COMFORT, TX - OW Lee, a manufacturer of high-end outdoor furniture, fire pits, and accessories in Comfort, Texas, held a grand opening reception and ribbon cutting on Tuesday, May 4th. OW Lee recently relocated its business to Comfort, Texas from Ontario, California. Comfort lies within Kendall County and is located 40 miles northwest of San Antonio. With it, OW Lee brings 200 jobs to the area in different manufacturing fields.
The grand opening event was organized by members of the Boerne/Kendall County Economic Development Corporation, an independent nonprofit that works to enhance the economic development in Kendall County, TX.…
Five Key Design Trends Inspire Couristan’s Annual Trend Report - Colorado Style
On May 05, 2021, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
FORT LEE, N.J. – Marking 95-years in business, Couristan is once again launching its annual Trend Report video which has become a hallmark in the area rug industry.
This time the identified trends are all about the company getting “Back to Basics”, breaking free while allowing nature to cleanse the end-users souls as we all rediscover our own wellness. The company invites viewers to take a journey with them to Colorado – a land of solidarity….where evergreens resiliently hold their color in winter’s cold grasp, and where each new snow fall generates a fresh beginning. This is where nature…
Kena Cohenour Joins American Silk as Director of Design & Merchandising
On May 05, 2021, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
Kena Cohenour was the former vice president of Textiles & Upholstery Merchandising for Bassett Furniture with over 20 years of proven success in creatively leading and building a productive textile assortment and merchandising for various account types. She demonstrated ability to fuse focus, intention, ingenuity, business, and sound management practices to increase revenue and grow profits. Cohenour has proven success in fostering and maintaining relationships with top accounts and suppliers to increase overall productivity and profitability.
Some of Cohenour’s awards include Top Upholstery Fabric Buyer (Fabrics & Furnishings International, 2020 & 2017), Top Industry Buyer (International Textile Alliance, 2014),…
Gabby Going Back To Its Roots With New Product Introductions
On April 30, 2021, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
PELHAM, AL – Gabby’s spring 2021 market introductions are all about functional furnishings curated specifically for modern-day customers. A nod to French antiques, these transitional pieces are an ideal fit for a contemporary home.
Chris Hutchens, Gabby’s creative director, shared his vision for this season’s new additions: “When we started to scheme these new products, our designers took a ‘back to basics’ approach. Drawing inspiration from our travels to the south of France, we chose to create pieces that are stunningly simple, functional and distinguished by their design elements. The vision was to intentionally take a step back, with…
Airsled Delivers Safe, Easy, and Quick Mobility for Heavy Stoves
On April 27, 2021, In Industry News by Amanda Daus
NEWARK, DE – Since 1982, Airsled’s air dolly solutions are based on low-pressure, air film technology. Though best known for moving residential appliances, Airsled systems can just as easily be used to move heavy, cast-iron stoves safely over sensitive flooring. Airsled’s standard air dolly products are rated to lift loads weighing from 450 to 2,300 lbs.
Glen Raven Unveils First Corporate Sustainability Report
On April 27, 2021, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
BURLINGTON, N.C. (April 26, 2021) — Glen Raven, Inc has released its first corporate sustainability report Continuing a Pattern of Good. The global report establishes a baseline of metrics across two foundational pillars – “Supporting Our People and Communities” and “Sustaining Our Planet” – and outlines the company’s goals.
“As the world evolves, we feel it is important to be more transparent about our actions, acknowledge the work we’ve done and continue to challenge ourselves to be an even stronger champion of sustainability,” said Leib Oehmig, chief executive officer, Glen Raven, Inc. “We owe it to future generations to continue…
ICFA Preview On Schedule
On April 26, 2021, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
HIGH POINT, N.C. – More than 45 showrooms exhibiting outdoor furnishings in theMART in Chicago will be open on July 20-22 to accommodate buyers, designers and specifiers:
Agio International – 1628
Alfresco Home – 16-120
Anacara Company – 14-127
Barlow Tyrie – 1527
Berlin Gardens – 1553
Brown Jordan – 1510
Castelle – 1576
Casual Cushion Corp. – 15-085
Century Furniture – 1464
Ebel, Inc. – 15-121
Frankford Umbrellas – 15-085
Foremost Groups – 16-130
Gensun – 1667
Hanamint/Alu-Mont – 1564
Homecrest Outdoor Living – 1518
InsideOut Improves Durability By Re-Engineering Fibers
On April 21, 2021, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
VALDESE, N.C. - InsideOut Performance Fabric®, a brand of Valdese Weavers, is an all-in-one performance fabric. Utilizing the latest textile technology, they are able to continually refine the features that allow it to be easily cleaned, used indoors or outdoors, and have a high-end decorative aesthetic.
By working closely with partners throughout their supply chain, InsideOut successfully improved durability by re-engineering their fibers and optimizing the technology used in the yarn production process.
Valdese Weavers offers industry leading dyeing capabilities due to having their own on-site dye house where they can test and utilize the latest dyeing…
