MT ARLINGTON, N.J. – STORIS has introduced enhanced Special Order Processing in its new Release 10.3, which is available to all retailers as part of the core STORIS offering. Enhanced Special Order greatly expands the flexibility and control over relevant product sales and purchase orders. Decades worth of insights from STORIS’ client base were used to conceive this new solution which caters to retailers with various levels of Special Order merchandising.

Previously, STORIS offered two Special Order Solutions. First, STORIS’ original Standard Special Order functionality used a single global template for any Special Order sale. This functionality has now…

CARTERSVILLE, GA - Buyers and designers can now experience Surya’s 900+ new rug and accessory introductions through the company’s Spring 2020 virtual product launch. The comprehensive digital endeavor includes an interactive catalog of all new products debuting this Spring, a video gallery for featured collections, and Surya-led virtual walk-throughs covering product highlights, inspiration and trends for the season.

Surya’s Spring 2020 Introductions catalog features 85 new rug collections, and significant expansions to the company’s lighting, mirror and accent furniture offerings. Filled with inspirational lifestyle photography, close-up imagery and video features, the catalog brings new products to life for an elevated…

HIGH POINT, N.C.  – As stay-at-home orders and social distancing mandates continue to interrupt the industry’s prime selling season for outdoor furnishings, the most recent survey of International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) members reflects mounting financial concerns, along with increasing reductions in staffing levels and advertising spends.

Second in a series, the new survey was fielded for the association by research firm Industry Insights between Monday, April 6, and Wednesday, April 8, and clearly demonstrates an escalating crisis. As example, in the first survey, only 1 percent of organizations reported having an employee with COVID-19. Three weeks later, that figure…

GREENVILLE, N.C. - The Original Pawleys Island is introducing a new Deep Seating Durawood® Swing for Mother’s Day. Now mom can relax all year long in style and comfort. The soft, deep cushions on our swings are the perfect place to unwind and enjoy family time together. 

Durawood® Comfort Collection
Durawood® is a high-density polyethylene (HDPE) product made from recycled plastic milk jugs. Heavier and more sturdy than natural wood, Durawood® withstands the most extreme weather and can be conveniently left outdoors all year long. A non-absorbent synthetic lumber, Durawood® makes the entire Original Pawley Island Comfort Collection…

Highwood USA has launched the Arabella Collection with products that fold and stow away making it easier to get away and recharge.

“The Arabella Collection is a great blend of beauty, comfort, and convenience. It is especially appealing to me because I can easily store these items when I am not entertaining – and so for a smaller deck, patio or balcony space, I love that I have that flexibility. I can also throw these in the back of my car and be extremely comfortable at a game or on a beach. I think that the clean look of…

Highwood USA is launching the Westport Garden Collection that provides the experience of a coastal lifestyle within the comfort of the backyard.

“The traditional Adirondack back styling works so well in any environment so whether you choose the popular garden chair, rocker, conversation set or any mixture of these… this group really sizzles when you combine the pieces to fit your outdoor space. Best of all, the seat height is significantly higher than a traditional Adirondack chair so getting in and out is a breeze at any age. For an added wow factor, consider mixing colors or coordinating our…

by Tony Ramos

MANHATTAN BEACH, CA - On Saturday, my wife and I went to get takeout lunch from one of our favorite restaurants in the South Bay of Southern California. The Fishbar, located in Manhattan Beach, is situated about 200 yards from the sand of what is considered one of the top beaches in California. The Fishbar is known for offering the freshest seafood, with fish flown in from around the world. The restaurant exudes a relaxed beach setting, and offers friendly and exemplary service.

Upon entering the restaurant, wearing face masks and standing 6 feet apart from anyone…

SYRACUSE, IN – April 22 marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day — a day that’s intertwined with POLYWOOD’s mission to improve the planet by turning one million pounds of ocean-bound plastic into furniture by 2021. POLYWOOD is encouraging others to join in the fight by encouraging its customers to take an active role in protecting the planet.

“Understandably, the focus lately hasn’t been so much on the health of the planet — but instead, on the health of the people who inhabit it,” said Brady Maller, executive vice president of Strategy and Sales at POLYWOOD. “However, just like we’re…