BARRIE, ON — Napoleon is marking its 50th anniversary in 2026, celebrating five decades of innovation, design excellence and performance across grills, fireplaces, and home-comfort solutions. Founded in 1976 as a family-run Canadian business, Napoleon has grown from a small operation in Barrie, Ontario into a globally recognized brand trusted in millions of homes while remaining proudly family-owned and committed to the craftsmanship, values and customer-focused philosophy that defined its beginnings.

“Our growth has always come from thinking boldly about what’s next while staying grounded in the principles that built this company,” says Chris Schroeter, CEO of Napoleon. “Every…

SYRACUSE, Ind.— April 8, 2026 —The Board of Directors of POLYWOOD, a leader in sustainable outdoor living products and American manufacturing, today announced that Doug Rassi, founder and chief executive officer (CEO), will retire from his role as CEO after more than 25 years leading the company.

The Board of Directors has appointed Brady Maller, POLYWOOD’s current chief operating officer, as the company’s next CEO, effective May 1, 2026. Maller will also be joining the company’s Board of Directors as a member.

This leadership transition has been thoughtfully planned over several years and comes at a time when the…

HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA - AMD Direct participated in The New American Home 2026, the official show home of the NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS), held in February. The home featured TrueFlame grills and integrated refrigeration in a custom outdoor kitchen island by Innovation Cabinetry, using its Endura Outdoor line.

The New American Home is a single custom-built showcase residence that highlights current trends in design, construction, and product innovation for the residential building industry. During the February 17–19 IBS and KBIS shows in Winter Park, Florida, more than 115,000 registered attendees toured the home, gaining first-hand exposure to the products…

HIGH POINT, NC — Gabby and Summer Classics will debut their newest collections, featuring over 100 new product introductions, during Spring High Point Market, April 23–29, 2026, at their showroom located at 333 North Hamilton Street.

The two new collections introduce place‑driven lifestyle narratives that reflect the brands’ shared commitment to timeless design, enduring craftsmanship, and livable comfort. Mountain draws inspiration from refined mountain retreats, like Aspen, CO, featuring rich materials and tailored silhouettes, while Coast channels relaxed west coast ease through lighter finishes and effortless forms, often found in Malibu, CA. Designed for longevity rather than trends, both collections…

SYRACUSE, IN – POLYWOOD® recently launched the Laguna In-Pool Collection and an expanded line of durable outdoor planters for spring.

As resort-style design influences residential and hospitality spaces alike, POLYWOOD is bringing its trusted performance and clean-lined aesthetic to shallow-water ledges and sun shelves that have become defining features of modern poolscapes.

The collection includes in-pool chaise lounges, chairs, and side tables engineered with marine-grade durability and UV protection to withstand prolonged sun exposure, water immersion, chlorine and saltwater environments, and high-traffic commercial settings without cracking, splintering, fading, or requiring ongoing maintenance.

“POLYWOOD has always focused on solving…

NEWPORT, N.H. - SÓLAS Contemporary Fires has hired Xeriah Knyght as its new marketing and sales coordinator. In this role, Xeriah will lead SÓLAS’s digital presence, overseeing social media strategy, newsletters, and high-end promotional content to showcase the company’s modern gas and electric fireplaces.

Knyght brings to SÓLAS a background in digital communications, social media marketing, and content design. Her professional portfolio includes experience at Brown Furniture, Ledyard Bank, and well-known local real estate brokerages such as Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices.

“We are thrilled to welcome Xeriah to the SÓLAS team,” said David Moynihan, president of SÓLAS Contemporary Fires. “Her strong…

A group of independent outdoor furniture retailers has launched a collaborative advertising initiative designed to elevate the quality and effectiveness of marketing across the category. The group is now actively seeking additional retail partners to join the effort.

The initiative brings together retailers from non-competing markets to share the cost of producing high-quality commercial content. By pooling resources, participants are able to execute elevated broadcast and digital campaigns while maintaining their individual brand identity. The first round of creative production has now been completed, with participating retailers beginning to deploy the commercials across broadcast and digital channels…

CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA - Fire Magic is launching a new outdoor kitchen innovation at HPBExpo 2026. Featured at the RH Peterson Co. booth, #413, the meticulously crafted Echelon Drop-In Grill is engineered to be “dropped” into the cutout of an outdoor kitchen island or countertop.

The Echelon Drop-In Grill features top-mounted controls and precision detailing, allowing it to integrate seamlessly into outdoor cabinetry to create a clean, contemporary aesthetic. The new design is offered with and without a hood, giving designers and homeowners the flexibility to tailor the look and functionality to their outdoor space.

Several other premium…