26 July 2025, 07:17

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Jul 25, 2025 Resources

The drive for efficiency

The devil may be in the detail, but so too might be the key to your store’s success, explains business growth and development consultant to the…

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Jul 25, 2025 Profiles

Inside Arighi Bianchi’s strategy to engage a new generation

“Heritage can be a superpower — but only if you evolve,” says Sara Hassan, head of marketing at Arighi Bianchi. “We’re using experiential retail,…

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Jul 25, 2025 News

Woodworking teachers network aims to strengthen UK education

The Furniture Makers’ Company and the Sylva Foundation are launching the Woodworking Teachers Network, a new national initiative designed to connect,…

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Jul 25, 2025 News

Celebrity owner exits CVA ahead of schedule

JDP Furniture Group has successfully exited its Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) more than a year ahead of schedule, driven by the "exceptional…

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NEWS


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Jul 25, 2025 News

Woodworking teachers network aims to strengthen UK education

The Furniture Makers’ Company and the Sylva Foundation are launching the Woodworking Teachers Network, a new national initiative designed to connect,…

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Jul 25, 2025 News

Celebrity owner exits CVA ahead of schedule

JDP Furniture Group has successfully exited its Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) more than a year ahead of schedule, driven by the "exceptional…

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Jul 25, 2025 News

Big-ticket purchase intent grows as consumer confidence dips

GfK’s long-running Consumer Confidence Index decreased by one point to -19 in July. Two measures were down, one was up (the Major Purchase Index, up…

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Jul 24, 2025 News

IKEA opens first of three new-format small stores

IKEA has today opened the first of three new format small stores in Harlow, Essex, with two more planned to open in Norwich and Chester this year.


EVENTS


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Jul 23, 2025 Event Preview

Koelnmesse announces launch of imm india

Koelnmesse Pvt, the Indian subsidiary of imm cologne's organiser Koelnmesse GmbH, has announced the launch of imm india, a B2B exhibition supported…

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Jul 17, 2025 Event Preview

Expanded VIFA-ASEAN promises "golden opportunities"

Vietnam furniture show VIFA ASEAN, next taking place from 26-29th August at SECC, HCMC, promises to be "a strategic bridge expanding into new…

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Jul 16, 2025 Event Preview

Bed Show gala dinner tickets now available

Tickets are available to book for the Bed Show’s 15th gala dinner and Bed Industry Awards ceremony on 23rd September at Telford International Centre.

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Jul 14, 2025 Event Preview

Autumn Fair reveals "most ambitious" talks programme to date

Autumn Fair has revealed its "most ambitious and retailer-focused content programme" to date. Taking place at the NEC Birmingham from 7-10th…


PROFILES


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Jul 25, 2025 Profiles

Inside Arighi Bianchi’s strategy to engage a new generation

“Heritage can be a superpower — but only if you evolve,” says Sara Hassan, head of marketing at Arighi Bianchi. “We’re using experiential retail,…

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Jul 11, 2025 Profiles

Long Eaton's history of furnituremaking

The history of Long Eaton's furniture industry is tied inextricably to that of the Derbyshire town, writes Andrew Mitchel, chairman of the Long Eaton…

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Jul 08, 2025 Profiles

Why MattressNextDay puts people first

In the fast-paced world of ecommerce, 20 years can feel like a century. Yet, for MattressNextDay, reaching the two-decade milestone isn’t just about…

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Jul 04, 2025 Profiles

Atlas promises a world of opportunity

Promising a huge choice of innovative, high-quality bedroom products, Atlas Furniture Asia is rapidly making its mark in the UK, and all set to make…


INTERVIEWS


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Jul 22, 2025 Interviews

Art or artifice? AI in design at Juliette's Interiors

Despite the ethical concerns and limitations of traditional furniture manufacture, high-end London retailer Juliette's Interiors – founded by…

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Jul 04, 2025 Interviews

Perfect (pillow) partners

New bedding enterprise 100% Comfort (see January’s issue for our interview with the company’s founders) has been hard at work developing…

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Jun 26, 2025 Interviews

Getting Personal: Hamish Mansbridge, Heal's

Coming from a background in financial services, Hamish entered the world of furniture retail in 2003, when he joined The White Company as FD. From…

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Jun 20, 2025 Interviews

Land of Oak And Honey

“Built to last, designed to wow” – website Oak And Honey Furniture was founded by Ella Taslaman a year ago, and now boasts 240 SKUs (and growing),…


TRENDS


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Jul 22, 2025 Trends

Balancing form and function in the era of clutter-free living

The modern home is intentionally designed, where every piece of furniture serves a dual purpose, and furniture is not only used as decoration, but…

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Jun 27, 2025 Trends

How sustainable design and care practices are transforming furniture

The furniture industry is experiencing a fundamental shift in how people think about product lifecycles, writes Loctite. No longer content with the…

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May 20, 2025 Trends

Furniture Makers announces 2025's Design Guild Mark holders

The Furniture Makers’ Company has announced this year's Design Guild Mark holders.

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Apr 23, 2025 Trends

Sliding patio doors – stylish, functional, and on-trend for 2025

As modern homeowners place increasing importance on open-plan layouts and indoor-outdoor integration, sliding patio doors have become much more than…


PRODUCTS


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Jul 22, 2025 Products

Meridian's fabrics combine design and durability

Meridian Upholstery says it is committed to introducing innovation fabrics that combine trend-forward design with outstanding durability.

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Jul 17, 2025 Products

Sofology responds to growing consumer demand for smart seating

Sofology says it continues to lead the way in contemporary living with the launch of its brand-new Allure sofa range later this month, following a…

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Jul 15, 2025 Products

Swyft partners with Morris & Co

Swyft has announced an exclusive collaboration with heritage brand Morris & Co, bringing together contemporary shapes and bold design with Morris &…

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Jul 11, 2025 Products

Wood Bros makes "digital leap" to OV25

In a move blending craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology, furniture brand Wood Bros has joined OV25, Orbital Vision’s "revolutionary" 3D product…

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