Shay Geyer of IBB Design Announced As Winner of Castelle’s High Point Outdoor Furniture Drawing
On May 16, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
FT LAUDERDALE, FL - Attending the recent Spring 2016 High Point Market came with an added benefit for IBB Design’s Shay Geyer of Frisco, Texas. Geyer, a designer since 2001 and a furniture buyer for the firm, was the winner of the Trento Sling Dining set given away by Castelle.
Registration took place throughout the High Point Market allowing all designer visitors to the showroom a chance at the dining set valued at $ 7,735.00. There was ample competition for the prize as the Castelle showroom experienced record setting numbers of visitors during the spring market that ran from…
Dates Announced for 2018, 2019, and 2020 Las Vegas Market
On May 11, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
LAS VEGAS - Las Vegas Market has announced the dates for Winter and Summer 2018, 2019 and 2020 events, which are in keeping with the current date pattern of late January and July.
Dates:
2017 (previously announced)
January 22-26
July 30-August 3
2018
January 28- February 1
July 29-August 2
2019
January 27-31
July 28 – August 1
2020
January 26-30
July 26-30
“Based on the positive feedback and continued increased attendance, we are maintaining our existing date schedule to best serve the needs of our customers, who are our…
Urbia Furniture Highlights New “Industrial Appeal” with MIXX Collection
On May 11, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
PHILADELPHIA - The MIXX Collection, new from Urbia Furniture, features a decidedly different look from the Philadelphia-based company’s familiar hardwoods.
The Mixx collection of indoor-outdoor furniture features designs with industrial appeal. Made from a special blend of fiber-reinforced concrete, these pieces are handsome and built to last.
See Urbia Furniture at
• High Point Market
Commerce and Design, Fifth Floor
Suite 5E
• Las Vegas Market
World Market Center, Building B
Suite B350
Summer Classics and Gabby Expand Sales Force
On May 11, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
BIRMINGHAM, AL - The Summer Classics and Gabby brands have hired several accomplished luxury furniture sales representatives to expand and improve coverage nationwide. Last week, the new sales team completed a week of intensive training at the new Summer Classics and Gabby headquarters in Birmingham, Alabama.
Vice president of Sales, Schon Duke, stated “This is an exciting time at Summer Classics and Gabby and is part of our ongoing strategy to strengthen our brands. I am honored to be part of this world class sales team and we look forward to the growth that lies ahead for all of us.”…
Tuuci Demonstrates Comprehensive Collection of Shade Architecture at HD Expo 2016
On May 04, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
MIAMI, FL – TUUCI, the Miami-based designer and manufacturer of luxurious outdoor shade, will showcase the new Equinox Cabana, along with other products from their robust parasol collections.
The collections on display at HD Expo 2016 (Booth #18203) are representative of the company’s core values to create shade products that are designed and engineered to withstand the world’s harshest environments. Every TUUCI product is made with 100% replaceable parts ensuring years of worry-free serviceability. Visitors to the booth will have an opportunity to view a look inside a wind testing facility, where TUCCI parasols remain unfettered as they go up…
Casual & Outdoor Expands at Las Vegas Market
On May 02, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
LAS VEGAS - Las Vegas Market today announced that commitments from Napoleon Grills, North America’s largest privately-owned manufacturer of gourmet gas and charcoal grills, and Casual Classics Furniture Group, a nationwide casual furniture buying group, have fueled category momentum for Casual and Outdoor at Las Vegas Market. Casual/Outdoor will mark its one-year anniversary at the Summer 2016 Las Vegas Market, July 31-August 4, with two near-capacity floors devoted to the category augmented by a series of outdoor-specific programming for buyers and suppliers.
“The casual offering at Las Vegas Market is growing, the organizers have done an outstanding job at…
Tropitone Releases MIA Woven Lounger with Shade
On May 02, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
IRVINE, CA - Tropitone Furniture Company Inc unveiled a new version of the Mia Lounger, now outfitted with a retractable canopy. This woven furniture piece creates an elegant, intimate setting perfect for the pool area or overlooking a scenic view. The Mia Lounger with Shade builds upon the proven success of Tropitone’s Mia Lounger and Ottoman outdoor pieces.
Designed for the demands of the hospitality market, each Mia Lounger with Shade is equipped with a durable fabric canopy that will endure rain and sun. The shade is available in over 150 stocked fabric options, as well as COM.
The…
Tropitone to Unveil Kor Cushion at HD EXPO
On May 02, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
IRVINE, CA - The Tropitone® KOR Collection is expanding with the addition of cushion outdoor furniture pieces. “KOR Cushion delivers the style and durability that the contract market requires and the comfort that a residential customer will enjoy,” states vice president of Sales, John Mattson. The KOR Cushion group joins the KOR Padded Sling and Relaxed Sling groups as a contemporary seating option for the outdoor furniture market.
The new cushion collection consists of a lounger with retractable shade, lounger, large ottoman, small ottoman, arm chair, and modular pieces. Modular components allow customers to create fluid shapes and to create…
