LOS ANGELES - Brown Jordan is celebrating 70 years of pioneering design in the luxury casual furniture market. In 1948, Brown Jordan introduced “Leisure,” a collection constructed of lightweight tubular aluminum and vinyl lace and meant expressly for full-time outdoor use. Designed for comfort and practicality, Leisure was offered in cheerful Jonquil and Parrot Green—colors that matched the relaxed California lifestyle. 

“Brown Jordan’s origin in Pasadena is fundamental to its identity,” said Stephen F. Elton, chief brand officer for Brown Jordan. “The mid-century years in Los Angeles were a period of extraordinary creativity nurturing designers and architects like Charles…

HIGH POINT, NC - The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) presented its 2014 Manufacturer Leadership Awards today during the ICFA Market in Chicago. The winners were selected through an online vote of ICFA’s retail, designer and supplier membership.

One manufacturer was honored in each of 10 categories for the overall design and quality of their products, along with their merchandising, customer service, ethics, communications and trade relations. From the 10 category winners, a single Manufacturer of the Year was also selected in online voting and will be announced at the ICFA Awards Gala on Thursday, September 18, at the Field…

ST. AUGUSTINE, FL - Brown Jordan International Inc has acquired the outstanding equity interests of Tropitone Furniture Co Inc. The transaction combines leading providers of outdoor casual furniture to the retail and hospitality markets into a company generating consolidated net sales of nearly $400 million. The combined company will be headquartered in St. Augustine, Fla, and will maintain manufacturing, design and administrative operations in six states in the US, as well as in Juarez, Mexico.

“We have long admired Tropitone’s capabilities in the hospitality and specialty retail sectors and are excited for the opportunity to leverage the strengths of our…

BALDWIN PARK, CA - For 2015, the selection of trend-setting and durable canopy fabrics offered by Treasure Garden will expand by a full 20% to include the latest in colors, designs and textures from leading outdoor textile brands Sunbrella®, Outdura®, Bella-Dura®, Sunbury® and O’bravia®.

New solution-dyed acrylic designs from the Spanish brand, Docril® also will debut. An expanded swatch book highlighting the new fabrics will be unveiled during the 2014 International Casual Furniture and Accessories Market.

“The current color trends have always held an important position in the overall design of our products,” said Jeff B. Dorough, vice president,…

HIGH POINT, NC - The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) recently recognized eleven manufacturers of outdoor home furnishings and accessories for their outstanding product designs.

From among the 11 category winners in ICFA’s Design Excellence competition, one product will be honored with the Lillian B. Winchester “Best of Show” Award.  This award will be announced at the Annual Awards Gala on Thursday, September 18, at the Field Museum in Chicago.

The Design Excellence category winners announced this week include:
• Chaise Lounge: Mamagreen Natun Sun Lounger…

TUSCALOOSA, AL - Phifer Incorporated, global manufacturer of energy-saving sun control fabrics, insect screen, drawn wire, engineered meshes and indoor/outdoor performance furniture fabrics, continues its partnership with World Vision, a global humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities in need.

Phifer has donated a significant amount of fabrics to the World Vision organization during its 10-year partnership. World Vision distributes the fabric throughout the world, providing immediate and long-term aid.

“Phifer was…

CHICAGO - MMPI is putting the finishing touches on new leasing activity within the permanent Casual showrooms on floors 15 and 16 of the Design Center at The Merchandise Mart. After several years of exhibiting at the International Casual Furniture & Accessories Market, Sunset West is opening a permanent Merchandise Mart showroom in Suite 15-102.

“We are very excited about this opportunity,” said Wes Stewart, CEO of Sunset West. “I am honored that Sunset West will be exhibiting on the 15th floor of the Merchandise Mart and amongst the most respected companies in the casual industry.”

Sunset West offers a…

CHICAGO – At the upcoming International Casual Furniture & Accessories (ICFA) Market in Chicago, Couristan will be continuing its legacy as a pioneer of outdoor floor coverings. The 87-year-old company will be offering an expansive assortment of outdoor/indoor area rugs with exclusive constructions, a multitude of color choices, and award-winning designs.

From hand-hooked constructions to meticulously power-loomed options, today’s hottest trends can be found in Couristan area rugs. ICFA attendees can visit Couristan at the ICFA Market, Chicago Merchandise Mart, Booth 7-4029 on the 7th Floor.

For 87 years, the Couristan brand has been revered as an icon…