Amanda Gunawan on progressive architecture and designing products with sentimental value

Gunawan defines herself as a progressive architect. When people hear the term progressive architect they get intimidated. In her experience, people assume it means something technical and lofty, but she stands by the term. It means always improving, turning failures into opportunities. In practice that means building upon what already exists. This is the philosophy behind the name of her architecture design and build firm, The Only Way is Up. 

What happens when consumers stop consuming?

We’re also seeing a generational shift in how people view shopping and buying. Why is this happening? Because the older generations were accumulators and the younger generations, well, not so much. we have a generation of accumulators shedding their belongings and not restocking. And we have younger generations who are less interested in shopping as sport and more worried about the environmental impact of their purchases. Oh, and they have relatively fewer financial resources than some previous generations at the same point in their lives.

MOUS Studio wins best product-furniture design in seating at Luxe RED Awards 2023

MOUS Studio, specializing in modern furniture and home accessories, has been awarded Best Product-Furniture Design in Seating at the Luxe RED Awards 2023 for their Pi Chair and Pi Stool.

ASID appoints new board of directors for 2024

ASID will mark its 50th anniversary in 2025. Celebrating 50 years of industry leadership, ASID is committed to broadening the impact for the future of design in all of the places we work, play, and heal. Learn more at asid.org. 

ISFD Announces expert panel of judges  for the prestigious 2023 Pinnacle Awards

The International Society of Furniture Designers (ISFD) is an association of professional and student furniture designers in residential and contract furnishings and accessories. Its mission is to promote and advance outstanding design and to elevate and support the furniture designer through networking, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. Its Pinnacle Awards® recognize the very best in furniture design each year, and its INNOVATION + DESIGN awards promote the outstanding work of designer–makers. Visit ISFD.org for more information about the organization and its programs, or follow its activities on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and Twitter.

All the technology you need to make your furniture company competitive in 2024

Jola Interactive is a multi-disciplinary team of web development and 3D CGI specialists that offers end-to-end digital solutions to clients interested in building industry-leading eCommerce websites with 3D applications, such as visual configurators and augmented reality. With over 12 years of experience, Jola Interactive has worked with renowned North American brands in the furnishing industry, like Verellen and Hubbardton Forge – both of whom recently won Web Excellence Awards for best websites for interior designers and home remodeling, respectively.

The new Itihāas Company offers pillows, throws with a rich history

With a passion for history and the stories that objects can tell, Devika Kanadé has…

High Point x Design hosts guests at the American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame for its 2nd annual general membership meeting

High Point x Design (HPxD) is a 501(c)6 organization that unites the industry’s best flagships, brands, manufacturers, makers, artists and visionaries who envision High Point as a year-round hub for design and creativity. By promoting and sharing the city’s uniquely creative ecosystem through design tourism, education, events and community outreach, HPxD seeks to impact change in the High Point community and beyond. To learn more visit: HPXD.ORG

IDS and Thermador open applications for Diversity in Design Pipeline for a third year

DS is thrilled to partner with Thermador once again on this important initiative of building a diverse pipeline of interior designers,” said Jenny Cano, Executive Director of The Interior Design Society. This program is a meaningful collaborative of people and companies who are dedicated to providing an invaluable experience to the future of our industry which is a key component to our purpose as an organization.”

Hooker Furnishings to make debut at Atlanta market

To celebrate the grand opening of the new space, the company will host a ribbon cutting ceremony on July 11 at 11 a.m. as well as a daily happy hour Tuesday July 11 through Sunday, July 16 beginning at 3 p.m. Dubbed, “Feeling Peachy? The Daily Fuzz,” customers are encouraged to stop by at their leisure for a designer-inspired happy hour where conversation, community and creativity collide.