Herman Miller completes Knoll acquisition; MillerKnoll emerges
A new contract furniture behemoth has emerged.
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Herman Miller to acquire Knoll for $1.8 billion
Announced April 19, the transaction is expected to close by the end of the third quarter of calendar year 2021, subject to customary approval of closing conditions. The acquisition combines two of the top 5 contract furniture makers in North America.
Eames chair not 'famous' enough: Supreme Court denies Herman Miller trade dress appeal
The Supreme Court declined to hear the contract furniture manufacturer's petition, upholding the Ninth Court ruling that the popular Eames office chair is not "famous" enough to qualify for trade dress dilution protection.
Ikea enters the booming video game furniture market with new line
Ikea has announced a new furniture line designed specifically for gamers.
Herman Miller sees revenue drop 29 percent amid pandemic
Office furniture giant Herman Miller reported a 29.1 percent sales drop for the fourth quarter of its 2020 fiscal year.
Herman Miller lays off 300 full-time employees
Contract furniture giant Herman Miller laid off 300 employees around the world last week. The company says the COVID-19 pandemic is to blame.
Herman Miller reopens to make masks and mattress covers
After closing all West Michigan facilities March 23 due to a state-wide non-essential stay-at-home order, office furniture leader Herman Miller is back.
Herman Miller shuts down all operations in West Michigan
Office furniture giant Herman Miller has shut down all manufacturing in West Michigan due to the coronavirus. Operations will remain closed until April 13.
Herman Miller eyes a new audience: Video gamers
Office furniture giant Herman Miller is partnering with gaming accessory manufacturer Logitech on a new chair designed for people who play video games.
Herman Miller sees retail as key growth area, names new president of retail
Office furniture leader Herman Miller sees retail as a key growth driver and has named a new president of retail.
