ATLANTA – The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) recognized manufacturing and retailing excellence, turned the spotlight on top product designs and honored the 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient at a gala awards celebration yesterday during the inaugural Casual Market Atlanta.

ICFA members and guests gathered at the Georgia Aquarium for the dinner event, which also included announcement of the Sales Representative of the Year, the Unsung Hero Award recipient, and a new accolade: the Dudley K. Flanders Senior Leadership Award.

The annual ICFA Awards Gala was underwritten by ANDMORE (formerly International Market Centers), co-sponsor of Casual Market Atlanta…

ATLANTA - Jensen Outdoor recently announced a grand opening of its flagship showroom at AmericasMart Atlanta.

“We’re thrilled to welcome designers, retailers, and hospitality specifiers to this extraordinary event,” said Eric Parsons, president of Jensen Outdoor. “Our showroom at AmericasMart Atlanta showcases the largest selection of Jensen Outdoor furniture gathered anywhere on earth. We’ve designed each collection with meticulous attention to comfort, beauty, and longevity, underlining our commitment to both luxury and sustainability.”

Parsons continued: “We invite everyone to experience our ‘Made to Inspire’ furniture collections in person. This is an opportunity to immerse yourself in a captivating blend…

SPARTANBURG, S.C. - Global textile manufacturer Milliken & Company has expanded their Milliken Outdoor Fabrics line—Outer Realm line. The new collection, premiering at Casual Market Atlanta in July, joins the company’s debut collection, New Vistas, to extend its popular outdoor performance fabrics line.

Milliken first entered the outdoor fabric market at the 2022 Casual Market Chicago show with its New Vistas line, a line of performance fabrics designed to move effortlessly from indoors to outdoors. Due to the positive response to the company’s entrance, Milliken is debuting new color options for New Vistas and its second collection…

DAYTON, OH – HPC Fire Inspired has acquired Galaxy Outdoor LLC (Las Vegas), a manufacturer of custom and standard outdoor kitchen islands. This strategic move marks a significant expansion of HPC Fire Inspired’s national presence and the establishment of a western distribution center, enabling the company to better serve its customers across the country.

With this acquisition, HPC Fire Inspired will now offer Galaxy Outdoor’s range of outdoor kitchen islands to its vast network of dealers. Known for their exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail, Galaxy Outdoor products complements HPC Fire Inspired’s portfolio of high-quality fire features. This collaboration…

BALDWIN PARK, CA - Treasure Garden, award-winning designer and manufacturer of shade products and outdoor accessories, has introduced the TWIST umbrella for 2024.

“The TWIST is a modern take on our traditional collar tilt umbrella,” said Candy Chase, national sales manager, Treasure Garden. “It incorporates a sleek frame and canopy design, giving it a contemporary look. We believe that outdoor shade should be as effortless as it is beautiful, and the TWIST embodies that vision. We are excited to introduce it at the upcoming Casual Market Atlanta.”

The TWIST Umbrella combines modern design…

BALDWIN PARK, CA - Shademaker recently introduced the new Aquarius center post umbrella for the 2024 season. The Aquarius is a sleek and modern center post umbrella that combines beauty and functionality.

“The new Aquarius umbrella is ideal for a wide range of applications, especially ocean and poolside environments due to its fiberglass ribs,” said Benjamin Ma, vice president. “The Aquarius provides reliable shade and modern design to elevate an outdoor space. We look forward to highlighting the Aquarius at upcoming trade shows.”

The Aquarius is designed with unbeatable durability and functionality in mind. Constructed with an aluminum center…

ATLANTA - Jensen Outdoor is unveiling a new product at Casual Market Atlanta in July. The Trellis Modern Lounge Chair, designed by Edi & Paolo Ciani for Jensen Outdoor, won the 2023 Design Excellence Award from the International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) in the category of Lounge Seating Without Cushion.

The Trellis Modern Lounge Chair by Jensen Outdoor is an ode to sustainability and luxury. Eric Parsons, president of Jensen Outdoor, states: “This award marks a landmark in our journey, affirming our relentless pursuit of blending beauty, comfort, and sustainability.”

Designed by Edi & Paolo Ciani, the Trellis…

HIGH POINT, N.C. – Ten manufacturers of outdoor home furnishings and accessories have been recognized for their outstanding product designs, the International Casual Furnishings Association announced today.

From among the 10 category winners in ICFA’s Design Excellence competition, two products will be selected for the Lilly Award for Outdoor Furniture and Outdoor Accents, and one product will be honored with the Lillian B. Winchester “Best of Show” Award. These honors will be announced at the ICFA Awards Gala on Tuesday, July 11 at the Georgia Aquarium.

The Design Excellence category winners include:

• Chaise Lounge: Brown Jordan – Oliver Adjustable…