TROY, N.C. – Capel Rugs is rolling out a customer care program for retailers at the High Point Market in April with the introduction of “Uniquely Capel.”

“Uniquely Capel” is designed to give retailers a unique market experience as a way to demonstrate how Capel Rugs goes the extra mile to meet retailers’ unique needs. Dealers who schedule appointments with their Capel Rug reps will have the opportunity to relax and recharge their personal and electronic batteries in the company’s showroom with amenities such as chair massages provided by licensed massage therapists and charging stations for mobile devices.

“We…

HIGH POINT, NC - In a move to better serve its independent members, the International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) has created a new Sales Representative Council to provide insight and advice to the ICFA Board of Directors. Bryan Echols, a sales representative in Concord, NC, and a member of the ICFA Board of Directors, will serve as 2016 chairman of the Council.

“One of our goals for ICFA has been to significantly increase participation in our association. The formation of the Sales Representative Council offers this key segment that opportunity,” said Gary McCray, president of Klaussner Outdoor and 2016 Chairman…

WALLINGFORD, CN - Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens has introduced a new line of entertainment centers for the outdoors, allowing for the creation of an all-encompassing exterior room exemplifying color, style and design.

The entertainment center features a retractable television as well as extra, multi-use storage space. Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens is offering the entertainment center in a variety of door styles and powder coat finishes, including the new “Drift” wood grain finish. The unit will also be accessible in the Danver Stainless Outdoor Kitchens brand.

As the exterior kitchen industry continues to grow, the need for complementary products is…

FT LAUDERDALE, FL - On March 3rd, 2016, Pride Family Brands, a new exhibitor in the Gardens of Atlanta’s Americas Mart, participated in the Best of Design Celebration held in conjunction with The Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings, & Holiday Market. During the function, winners of the Best of Design categories from across the Atlanta area were acknowledged by exhibitors and attendees of the market as well as representatives from across the Atlanta design community.

The celebration also commemoration of the launch of Modern Luxury/Atlanta Interiors magazine’s Best of Design issue. To highlight this issue’s theme, the function took place…

GLEN RAVEN, NC - High-end design and humanitarian efforts collide as Sunbrella fabrics are showcased for the second consecutive year during the Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS (DIFFA) Dining by Design event, featuring an array of dining installations from renowned designers. This year, the global textile manufacturer has joined forces with Ghislaine Viñas Interior Design, an award-winning firm specializing in residential interiors.

“The creative process with Ghislaine Viñas and her team has been awe-inspiring,” said Allen Gant III, casual market manager for Sunbrella. “We look forward to seeing Sunbrella fabrics incorporated into such a thoughtful design.”

Dining by Design is…

MONTREAL, CN = Alfresco Home, distributor of the recently launched and Vesta Award winning Fervor™ Grill, won First Place in the Grill Distributors of Quebec Province Annual Cooking Competition.

Rick Baker, Alfresco Home Brand Manager for the Fervor™ and Fornetto™ outdoor cooking product lines and Kimberly Cilio, part owner of Alfresco Home, traveled north to Montreal to provide Fervor™ retail training while participating in the new competition.

“The distribution of the Fervor Grill in Canada is filled with excitement. Training our distribution network in Quebec and cooking in the grill competition against four other leading brands was an exciting…

SEATTLE - The introduction of the Allen Home brand marks a significant milestone for The Allen Group, because it is the first time the company has launched a new brand in the North American home furnishings and electronics market. Established in 1993, the Allen Group’s new brand is rooted deep in the the company’s manufacturing heritage and will offer new selections that have been designed specifically to cater to North American style and quality expectations.

The Allen Home brand will envelope the company’s current product selections such as electric fireplace, heaters, furniture, air purifiers, holiday gift, home and garden décor.…

LOS ANGELES - The United States Navy has chosen Infinity Canopy to cover its 35’ x 45’ pergola. This magnificent pergola, located at US Navy Seal Beach Golf Course in California, creates an intimate space for various functions such as weddings of US Servicemen and their families.

After an exhaustive search and visits by the US Navy staff and engineers, Infinity Canopy was selected to provide additional shade and beauty to the pergola. Two sections of 12’ long canopy are placed on a pair of cables spanning 35’ with the middle of the pergola intentionally left uncovered.

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