Gift for Life announces changes to board of directors

Gift for Life, the gift and home industries’ longest-running, volunteer-led national charitable organization, today announced changes to leadership of its Board of Directors with Emalee Hoffman of CMA Gifts and Amy Loewenberg of NY NOW at Emerald X transitioning to Chair and First Vice Chair, respectively, and Landon Metts of MarketTime elected to Second Vice Chair. Sarah Mount, GFL’s chair since 2024, steps into the role of Immediate Past Chair.

Legacy: Kelly Zerbini takes the reins at Dunnam Zerbini Design

Kelly Zerbini, the new Principal at Dunnam Zerbini Design, discusses her journey from mentee to partner, her design philosophy, and how she plans to carry the firm’s storied legacy into the future. Learn how tradition, innovation, and collaboration define the firm’s vision moving forward.

Three hacks to keeping clients grounded in the AI era

In this life hacks column, we’ve got tips for getting to know your clients better, boosting your creativity and heading off headaches from AI “inspo.”

Two California design icons, Adam Hunter and House of Honey join forces to launch LA CAN DO’s Soft Landing Project

Just days after the fires began, Hunter and his team launched into action to create LA CAN DO (Los Angeles Creatives Aid in Natural Disasters Organization), a non-profit aimed at helping California wildfire survivors rebuild their lives and homes.

HPxD and Science in Design co-host Designing Wellbeing at High Point Market

Symposium explores the healing power of beauty and how interior designers can integrate neuroaesthetics and biophilia to enhance wellbeing

HPMA announces DAA Insider Access Experience for Spring market 

Design industry experts to share business success insights in interactive panel

Lone Fox teams up with Joon Loloi for a timeless rug and throw pillow collection

The Lone Fox has partnered with Joon Loloi to launch a timeless collection of rugs and throw pillows that blend vintage charm with contemporary design. Featuring elements like distressed checkered patterns, 18th-century French tapestry inspiration, and nature-inspired florals, this collection fits perfectly within today’s top interior design trends. Available starting February 24, the collection also includes a charitable element, donating part of proceeds to wildfire relief in Los Angeles.

Furniture retailers, suppliers reveal top technology challenges, solutions for omnichannel success

Leading furniture executives share insights during recent panel hosted by Intiaro in partnership for FMG buying group

Bienenstock Furniture Library announces 2025 board updates

The Bienenstock Furniture Library announces updates to its 2025 Board of Directors including Brian Simpson, who assumes the role of board president; Caroline Hipple as vice president; and two additional home furnishings industry executives, Thomas Verellen and Lisa Kahn, as new board members.

Environmental modernism and architectural legacy with Max Strang

Max Strang, FAIA, of STRANG Design discusses the influence of Gene Leedy’s architectural legacy, environmental modernism, and sustainable design practices in the context of today’s evolving urban and environmental challenges. With STRANG’s growing recognition and commitment to preserving the Sarasota School’s principles, Max offers a thoughtful perspective on architecture’s role in shaping the future.