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Jul 25, 2024 News

Young professionals complete industry experience

Eight young professionals – all earmarked as future leaders - have just completed a unique three-week tour of businesses operating in the UK…

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Jul 25, 2024 News

Rising property sales to boost furniture retail, says TwentyCi

Analysis from TwentyCi’s Q2 24 Property & Homemover Report reports that nearly 1.35 million households were in various stages of the homemover…

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Jul 25, 2024 Event Review

Watch: Manchester Furniture Show 2024

July saw Manchester Furniture Show (MFS) return to Manchester Central after a five-year hiatus. Discover what the exhibitors had to say about their…

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Jul 25, 2024 News

Yorkshire bed manufacturer wins two national awards

Long-established West Yorkshire bed manufacturer Kelcol has won two national business awards, one recognising the business’ sustainability…

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NEWS


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Jul 25, 2024 News

Young professionals complete industry experience

Eight young professionals – all earmarked as future leaders - have just completed a unique three-week tour of businesses operating in the UK…

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Jul 25, 2024 News

Rising property sales to boost furniture retail, says TwentyCi

Analysis from TwentyCi’s Q2 24 Property & Homemover Report reports that nearly 1.35 million households were in various stages of the homemover…

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Jul 25, 2024 News

Yorkshire bed manufacturer wins two national awards

Long-established West Yorkshire bed manufacturer Kelcol has won two national business awards, one recognising the business’ sustainability…

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Jul 24, 2024 News

Management handover at Guardsman

Furniture care and repair specialist Guardsman has announced that its commercial director Lyndon Willshire is retiring, and will be succeeded by its…


EVENTS


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Jul 17, 2024 Event Preview

Connect with top Asian manufacturers at VIFA ASEAN 2024

The second Vietnam ASEAN International Furniture and Home Accessories Fair (VIFA ASEAN 2024) promises to connect supply and demand in the South East…

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Jul 16, 2024 Event Preview

Vietnam furniture fair gears up for 2025

HawaExpo, Vietnam’s largest nationally endorsed export furniture fair, will return from 5-7th March 2025.

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Jul 15, 2024 Event Preview

New Business Pavilion brings start-ups to Autumn Fair

The New Business Pavilion at Autumn Fair, the UK’s largest seasonal showcase for Home, Gift & Fashion, aims to showcase the next generation of makers…

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Jul 12, 2024 Event Preview

Sunshine sourcing with Home & Gift

Home & Gift returns to the Harrogate Convention Centre and the grounds of the DoubleTree By Hilton from 21st-24th July, and promises retailers four…


PROFILES


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Jun 28, 2024 Profiles

When Christina met Kevin – Cófra's grand designs

Christina Byrne, the founder and MD of design-led furniture importer Cófra, discuss the company’s design prowess, Kevin McCloud’s endorsement,…

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Jun 24, 2024 Profiles

Claimlane simplifies returns and claims

In the ever-evolving world of retail, staying ahead of the curve means constantly innovating to meet the demands of both consumers and businesses.…

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Jun 18, 2024 Profiles

TRL Handmade Furniture – individuality through craftsmanship

From the heart of Nottingham, an award-winning furniture manufacturer, renowned for its bespoke creations, is increasingly making waves across the UK…

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Jun 17, 2024 Profiles

Roche Bobois – furniture with flair in NYC

French luxury furniture brand Roche Bobois has unveiled the extensive renovation of its Madison Avenue showroom in New York City – a testament to its…


INTERVIEWS


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Jul 23, 2024 Interviews

Be yourself, says Neptune's Daisy Walker

With a growing number of people reporting symptoms of conditions such as depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder, mental ill health is costing UK…

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Jul 19, 2024 Interviews

60 seconds with … Will Hudson

To mark its 60th anniversary, The Furniture Makers’ Company looked to the future by highlighting 60 of the industry’s most promising young…

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Jul 15, 2024 Interviews

Emma goes west

As Emma - The Sleep Company opens its first bricks-and-mortar store in the UK, Furniture News asks its director of European retail, Benoît Linossier,…

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Jul 11, 2024 Interviews

Making a sustainable impact

This spring, Harrison Spinks published a new report outlining the impact of its ongoing sustainably-focused initiatives, from both the main bed…


TRENDS


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Jun 14, 2024 Trends

Habitat responds to the latest outdoor living trends

Habitat’s Spring/Summer 2024 collection is packed with creative responses to the latest outdoor furniture trends …

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May 07, 2024 Trends

Exploring cutting-edge furniture trends in commercial spaces

Commercial interior design is more than just aesthetic choices – it’s about shaping the functionality and atmosphere of workspaces, writes Amy Wilson…

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May 07, 2024 Trends

Report reveals declining sofa trends

The Sofa Retailers Report by Salience Search Marketing has assessed the current industry trends and what consumers search for by analysing 11 crucial…

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Feb 15, 2024 Trends

Dreams' Fabio Perrotta talks trends

Looking for a steer on the upcoming (and outgoing) furniture and interiors trends? In January's issue, Fabio Perrotta, Dreams' director of…


PRODUCTS


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Jul 24, 2024 Products

Hydeline promises rebrand and new models at INDX

Hydeline Furniture is looking forward to exhibiting at INDX Furniture, taking place at Cranmore Park Exhibition Centre, Solihull, from 29-28th…

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Jul 01, 2024 Products

Nova leaves the competition in the shade

With the launch of the Nova Experience Centre last month, the garden furniture wholesaler reveals that its most sought-after product remains the…

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Jul 01, 2024 Products

Sofa Source joins Manchester show line-up

Contemporary upholstery specialist Sofa Source has confirmed that it will exhibit at this year's Manchester Furniture Show, taking place from…

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Jun 28, 2024 Products

Why customer service comes first at Rhenus

In the highly competitive furniture industry, where products often represent significant investments for consumers, the delivery experience can make…

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