Great Ideas for the Outdoor Room from Infratech
On February 25, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
GARDENA, CA - With spring just around the corner, potential customers are taking a fresh look at their outdoor spaces around the home. As part of a landscape design upgrade, many are looking to add or enhance features like porches, pergolas, terraces or poolside decks. While there are many factors to consider when creating an outdoor room or living space, the right heating system can maximize value by adding instant comfort and expanding possibilities for entertaining, relaxing, and more.
Infratech heating systems offer versatile, eco-friendly and energy-efficient comfort that’s perfectly suited for outdoor spaces. For individuals seeking a more…
Looft Industries Offers HPBA Trade Show Special
On February 23, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
STOCKHOLM, SW - With the HPBA Show just around the corner, Sweden-based Looft Industries is offering a show special for American specialty retailers. For example, dealers can buy nine Looftlighters and get one free by contacting a local distributor or sending an e-mail to order@looftlighter.com.
The company is also offering a competition with the possibility to win 100 Looftlighters. Snap a photo of your Looftlighters exposed in the store and send it to Looft Industries at info@looftindustries.com. The best exposure wins. Officials will announce the winner at the Nashville HPBA show. Retailers can visit Looft Industries at Booth #1852 during…
Chicago’s Merchandise Mart Solidifies its Place as the Leading Destination for Outdoor Furniture and
On February 18, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
CHICAGO - The Mart is pleased to announce extraordinary leasing activity among the Casual showrooms on floors 15 and 16 of the Design Center at The Mart. In addition to three new showroom openings, Klaussner Home Furnishings, SunVilla and Outdoor Design, 27 showrooms have extended their lease.
The showrooms include Brown Jordan, CabanaCoast, Barlow Tyrie, Northcape, Ebel, Flanders Industries, Gensun Casual Living, Gloster Furniture, Hanamint, Homecrest, Jensen Leisure, Mallin Casual Furniture, OW Lee, Parker International, Polywood, Pride Family Brands, Ratana Home and Floral, Summer Classics, Telescope Casual Furniture, Three Birds, Tropitone, TUUCI, Winston, Ancient Mosaic Studios, Kingsley Bate, Treasure…
Surya Maintains Momentum with Sanibel Rug Collection
On February 16, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
CALHOUN, GA - On the heels of its recent Best of Houzz 2015 award, Georgia-based Surya is maintaining its momentum with the Sanibel Rug Collection (SNB).
Constructed of polypropylene, viscose and polyester, the Sanibel outdoor rug collection introduces an artisanal, handcrafted aesthetic for outdoor rugs. The yarn is pre-braided and carefully sewn to form an overscaled floral pattern with a hand crocheted look, making the rugs ideal for layering. Available in seven colors, this innovative and durable collection artfully merges design with practicality to infuse outdoor living spaces with relaxed style.
Just last month, Houzz, the online home remodeling…
Danver Stainless Outdoor Kitchens and Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens Introduce New Cabinet Door Finis
On February 16, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
WALLINGFORD, CT - Danver Stainless Outdoor Kitchens has introduced a new line of cabinet door styles and finishes through its Danver and Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens brands. The finishes debuted at this year’s International Builders’ Show, which took place Jan. 20-22, 2015 in Las Vegas.
The new finishes enable builders, architects and designers of all disciplines to offer clients exciting, innovative colors, patterns and graphic designs which are applied through a powder coat process directly to stainless steel.
The door finishes consist of wood grain patterns, including teak, cherry, bamboo, and others. In addition to the wood look,…
The Hammock Source Hires David Strange to direct Hospitality Sales
On February 16, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
GREENVILLE, NC – The Hammock Source parent company of Hatteras Hammocks and Pawleys Island Hammocks & Furniture has hired David Strange to direct its Hospitality Sales efforts.
“David’s primary focus will be to locate new avenues to place our growing Pawley’s Island furniture line within the hospitality and resort communities,” says Reid Roney, executive vice president. Strange’s focus on customer service and background skill set will be a welcome addition to The Hammock Source which was founded in 1971 by Walter Perkins, Jr. The corporation is one of Greenville, NC’s largest employers and is the largest manufacturer of hammocks…
Chicago’s Merchandise Mart Renews Brown Jordan International Brands
On February 13, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
CHICAGO - Brown Jordan International (BJI) companies, including Brown Jordan and Tropitone, will extend their leases in suites 1510 and 1523 respectively, and Winston will relocate to suite 1515 at The Mart, host of the International Casual Furniture & Accessories Market and home to 45 permanent outdoor showrooms.
“We are invested in our Chicago showrooms. We renewed and strategically reconfigured our lease to showcase Brown Jordan, Winston and Tropitone in a manner befitting each brand while achieving operational efficiencies, said Gene J. Moriarty, president and CEO of BJI. “Having a permanent showroom to host our specialty…
New Companies Joining Las Vegas Market
On February 12, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
LAS VEGAS - As part of the casual furnishings category launch taking place at Las Vegas Summer Market (August 2-6, 2015), 14 leading casual manufacturers have signed long-term leases. These companies join top manufacturers already showing, including Tommy Bahama, Kannoa, Panama Jack, Veneman, Zuo Modern, and more. Summer Market will debut 250,000 square feet of fully built-out permanent showroom, and temporary exhibit space, on the 12th and 13th floors in Building C devoted to the casual/outdoor category.
New Companies Joining Las Vegas Market
• Agio (C-1295) 22,058 square feet
• Summer Classics (C-1388) 13,614 square feet
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