Green Homes Continue to Grow Across the U.S.
The U.S. Green Building Council announced that more than 20,000 homes across the U.S. have earned certification through the LEED for Homes program.
Steelcase Projection Video To Aid Workplace Communication
Steelcase unveils concept spaces and technology at NeoCon 2012 that will optimize video interactions at work, create an intuitive, dynamic and natural video experience, and will address key barriers, such as light and sound quality, and privacy.
Entries Sought for 2012 'SAGE' Award for Environmental Excellence
Entries are now being accepted for the 2012 Sage Award. Now in its fifth year, the Sage Award program was designed to recognize environmental leadership at home furnishings and bedding companies.
Minwax Announces 2011 Community Craftsman Award Winners
Minwax has selected the Michigan Woodworkers' Guild of Royal Oak, Michigan, as the grand prize winner in the 2011 Community Craftsman Award Program.
Hongyuan Furniture says Its U.S. Exports Improve
Ready-to assemble wood saunas made from Canadian spruce find a strong market in the U.S., says Hongyuan Furniture. As China's domestic market retreats, Chinese exports rebound.
By
Bill Esler,
June 14, 2012 | 6:41 am CDT
NeoCon Buzz: Hon, First Office, Cell Phone Hoods
Honeycomb cardboard, veneer and felt furnishings from Buzzispace generated buzz at NeoCon 2012, and provided refuge from the noisy crowds for cellphone users. News from KI, HON, Allsteel, and First Office.
By
Bill Esler,
June 13, 2012 | 7:05 pm CDT
Prepping for a major trade show: Look at the process
Designing and improving processes is one of the primary responsibilities of management,
BIFMA Says 1,600 Furnishings level Certified
Contract Furniture Industry Achieves Major Milestone; Over 1,600 Products Certified under the level Sustainability Program
Contract Furniture Group To Train level by 2013
Contract furniture industry sets goal to train 10,000 industry professionals on level program by end of 2013
idX Opens Chicago Office and Adds Development Capabilities
idX is opening a downtown Chicago office, expanding its management team and enhancing its fixture design and development capabilities.
