HIGH POINT, N.C. — Two students from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) were named this year’s winners of the Richard Frinier Design Scholarship.

The students — Drew Hart and Sebastian Solloa — were awarded a two-night stay in Atlanta during the inaugural Casual Market Atlanta in July. Among the highlights for the two was the time they were able to spend with the renowned designer and his wife and business partner, Catherine Frinier. “They really made us feel at home and so graciously hosted us that weekend,” Hart said.

Hart, a senior at SCAD who is…

VISTA, CA - Sunset West, a division of Hooker Furnishings, has named Charles Emmons to vice president of Sales. Emmons will lead sales efforts across the United States and will support the ongoing growth of the luxury outdoor furnishings manufacturer.

A casual furnishings industry veteran with 30 years of sales, marketing, general management and executive experience, Emmons joins the company most recently from Windward Design group, where he served as executive vice president of sales and marketing. Prior to that role, he served 16 years as vice president and CMO of Cast Classics. He reports to Wes Stewart, president of…

ATLANTA - Following a successful launch of Casual Market Atlanta in Summer 2023, ANDMORE’s Outdoor Design Days at AmericasMart Atlanta, September 18-20, 2023, welcomed cross-category retailers and designers to discover additional casual resources this Fall.

“Outdoor Design Days not only offered casual and outdoor retailers an additional Q4 buying opportunity, but also introduced cross-category retailers and interior designers to a popular consumer category,” said Bob Maricich, ANDMORE CEO. “The success of the inaugural Outdoor Design Days signals the beginning of year-round exposure for casual resources at AmericasMart Atlanta.”

Outdoor Design Days showcased some 50 casual permanent showrooms, most…

HUDSON, N.C. – Sattler Outdura, a division of The Sattler Group, Austria, has hired Amy Smith as regional sales manager for the Casual Furniture division

Smith joins Outdura with a strong industry background working as senior sales manager, business development specialist, and sales executive in previous positions with Outward, Inc., Culp and Vision Fabrics as a director of product development, outbound sales representative and as a merchandising and design specialist in the industry. In her new role, she will manage key customer relations, with a focus on casual furniture manufacturers.

Reporting directly to Ulrich Tombuelt, CEO and director of…

PELHAM, AL - Gabby and Summer Classics will participate at the highly anticipated F23 High Point Market from October 14th to 18th. This event will mark the debut of more than 75 innovative and thoughtfully designed products in both indoor and outdoor categories.

*Showroom Location: We invite you to explore our stunning showroom at High Point Market located at 333 N. Hamilton Street, where you’ll have the opportunity to discover an impressive array of new products.  Our offerings include over 20 exquisite lighting pieces and a versatile range of case goods suitable for dining, living and office spaces.  William White,…

HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA - AMD Direct Inc., a provider of Outdoor Living Products, has promoted Rachel Garcia to director of Sales. Garcia joined AMD Direct in 2021 and has worked alongside Dennis Smith, president, as his executive assistant.

“Rachel has exceled past the title of executive assistant, being involved in all aspects of AMD Direct. Since the day we hired Rachel, I realized her ability and desire to make AMD a better company,” said Dennis Smith, president. “Rachel has proven to the AMD Team and our customers and representatives to be a get it done person. Over the past…

WADENA, MN - Homecrest Outdoor Living recently welcomed Suzette and Doug Schuller of 3G Sales to their network of residential sales representatives. 3G Sales will represent Homecrest in the state of Florida, except Bonita Springs, Fort Myers, and Naples.

The Schullers have represented manufacturers for 28 years, and have also expanded their reach in the industry by owning a retail store in the Great Lakes region for the past 15 years. Their success stems from strong customer service skills and excellent dealer relationships within the Hearth, Patio, and BBQ industry.

Over the years, the Shullers have gained extensive…

BARRIE, ON - Napoleon is making heart health a priority. Napoleon’s Power of Fire initiative — involving academic research conducted by the University of Alabama and the University of Illinois — found sitting by a fireplace helps reduce stress and lower blood pressure, which is an overall benefit to heart health.

Napoleon is a proud sponsor of Heart & Stroke and its work to improve the health of people in Canada by reducing risk of heart conditions, stroke and vascular cognitive impairment. From now until November 15th, Napoleon will be donating $25 from the purchase of select…