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Rockford Wholesale rebrands as RW Collective

Rockford Wholesale, a one-stop, to-the-trade resource for retailers and designers encompassing a portfolio of brands with a passion for product design, high value, and affordability, has rebranded as The RW Collective. The new name better reflects the company’s current identity and future aspirations as a collective representing all home furnishings product categories. 

HPMA opens application for 2025 Style Spotters Team

The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) announces its call for influential interior designers and other industry tastemakers to lead its signature Style Spotters program in 2025, with applications accepted now through July 26.

IFDA’s education foundation announces design student scholarship winners for 2024

the International Furnishings and Design Association, is pleased to announce its design student scholarship winners for 2024.  Since the early years of this 77-year-old global design industry alliance, EF has awarded scholarships to high-achieving design students. 

ASID welcomes distinguished interior designers to college of fellows

Fellowship, the Society’s highest honor bestowed upon less than 1% of ASID membership, is extended to ASID members who exceed the standards of the design profession through their continued commitment to the Society.

BAS Stone opens new stoneyard in Long Island City

To inaugurate the new space, BAS Stone proudly partnered with the Female Design Council – the premier professional membership and advocacy organization for women in design, architecture and the applied arts – to celebrate the occasion with co-hosted opening events.

Legrand Launches Five New Design-Forward Wall Plate Colors in the adorne® Collection

The adorne Collection is where innovation meets elegance, transforming ordinary lighting switches into extraordinary experiences. With these new color options and the broader array of over 40 exquisite finishes, design becomes the forefront of every switch and outlet choice. The electrical devices are no longer an afterthought.

Thibaut acquires Rosemary Hallgarten; founder Hallgarten named Chief Creative Officer

Thibaut, a leading provider of wallpaper, fabric, trim and furniture to the trade, has acquired the assets of Rosemary Hallgarten, a world-renowned designer and supplier of exclusive luxury rugs, fabrics, and accessories with an established reputation in the interior designer community.

Kind to your home and the planet, Little Greene’s ‘Intelligent’ finishes are certified ‘Child-Safe’

A busy place of activity, the modern home needs to withstand the knocks, bumps and hustle and bustle of life without the use of harmful ingredients. Little Greene’s ‘Intelligent’ paint finishes have been specially formulated to achieve the ultimate quality, finish and depth of color while being completely safe to use in all areas of the home.

William Morris At Home debuts in the US through Stout Textiles

Stout Textiles, in partnership with its long-term UK-based affiliate Ashley Wilde Group, debuts the new William Morris At Home line of fabric in the United States. William Morris At Home is an authentic Morris brand in partnership with the William Morris Gallery, a not-for-profit organization based in Morris’ childhood home in Walthamstow, England.

Gift for Life Honors Dorothy Belshaw during REAs $34,000+ donated in connection with Industry Achievement Award

ANDMORE President Dorothy Belshaw was honored with Gift for Life’s 2024 Industry Achievement Award during the 73rd Annual Retailer Excellence Awards, June 19, 2024, in Dallas, TX. This coveted accolade recognized Dorothy’s exceptional contributions to the gift and home industry over her more than 30-year career.  In connection with the award, more than $34,000 has been donated in Belshaw’s honor to World Central Kitchen’s global hunger relief efforts.