Sector | General
Basalte opens first showroom outside Belgium
JYSK closes all stores for staff celebration, costing 10 million SEK
Vitra wins Kwantum lawsuit: does US copyright law protect designs in Europe?
Danish furniture chain launches new webshop and stores
German export expectations fall, but business sentiment improves slightly
British Retail Consortium: 'Action needed by chancellor to keep British retail prices low'
John Lewis is adding a record 12,500 jobs for the Christmas season
Despite increased optimism among Swedish trading companies, the reality remains tough
Orgatec 2024 superpasses expectations with around 50.000 visitors from 126 countries
Purchasing power of Europeans increases in 2024
Bummer at Bolia Design Awards ceremony: not a single design meets circularity award requirements
Sales down 14% at Maisons du Monde
'Geopolitical instability is identified as the biggest threat'
European companies are considering relocating supply chains
Rauch Möbel officially closes its Mastershausen factory
Interview with Patrick L’hoste, co-founder of pulpo:
'There's a shift in the furniture market today from traditional retail to projects'
Studio Shoo to unveil "From the Fridge" at Dubai Design Week 2024
'Turning discarded refrigerator plastic into a visually captivating lounge area'
The Cotswold Company set to open its 11th store
Forés Group celebrates 60th anniversary at M.O.W. 2024
UK consumer confidence falls in October
'Affecting the interior design sector – especially the kitchen side'
Swedish wood and furniture industry continues to buckle under economic strain
'It is the biggest barrier to local investment and prevents the creation of new shops'
High streets paying over one third of all business rates in the UK
Otto Group opens 260,000 sqm logistics centre in Poland
TrendSet Winter 2025 has shifted to late January
But sees growth in furniture and bed sales
UK multi-brand retailer reports loss of £24 million
EGGER breaks ground on €200 million investment in Germany
Kristin "Krickelin" Lagerqvist creates Formex’s main exhibition for January 2025
Ryan Yutzy, owner of Yutzy Woodworking:
'The US market is currently challenging due to the economic climate'
'Also adding new home brands'
Popular UK department store John Lewis begins multi-million pound makeover
Villeroy & Boch's consolidated revenue exceeds €1 billion for the first time
Natuzzi plans to re-enter crucial European markets, including Germany and France
German retailers frustrated by unfair competition from marketplaces with goods from Asia and TikTok Shop
Drewry’s World Container Index decreases
JYSK opens 100th store in Hungary
Danish furniture store clarifies bankruptcy rumours caused by name confusion
Maersk raises profit forecast for 4th time
More than 400 brands to participate in EspritMeuble2024
This prominent French retailer has acquired full ownership of Drawer
Despite of recent negative headlines
German city centres continue to be strong attractions for people
Küchenwohntrends trade fair joins forces with möbel austria for the 7th time
BFM meeting adresses one of most pressing challenges currently facing the industry: ESG
Danish furniture manufacturer reports second consecutive year of double-digit losses
76 year old 'Gamer Granny' teams up with Ikea
Danish retailer Ilva cuts back on square metres for new strategy
'We need to be smaller in order to grow bigger'
US furniture manufacturer hit hard by Hurricane Helene but is still at High Point Market
Workspace Design Show announces theme for 2025
Prominent US retailer announces closure of warehouse and lays off 218 employees
More than 250 claims of sexual assault in former Harrods owner Al Fayed's case
A report from this year's edition in Kortrijk
Design Nation skips Belgium next year and heads to Germany
'Koelnmesse works on market-oriented concepts'
Imm cancellation: a turning point for the furniture industry?
Interview with the new President of BDI Furniture, Sol Garay:
'The home office market continues to be strong, even well after the pandemic'
German wood industry: 'declining demand is driven by high construction costs and poor conditions'
EZ Living Furniture announces grand opening of store in Dublin
Poland’s economy falters but continues to outperform EU peers
Wagstaff Interiors returns to CBRE event as sole furniture sponsor
Sunpan to celebrate 20 years at High Point Market
Ligne Roset opens new LA pop-up store with Christian Werner collection
Strongest retail sales this year for UK, but furniture sector continues to take the hit
Interview with Jürgen Reiter, co-founder of Kare:
'Each market has its own demands: some regions prefer minimalist designs, while others favour bold choices'
Visionnaire opens doors of new monobrand store in Azerbaijan
Australian retailer projects up to £3 million loss after acquiring UK furniture chain
'Damage estimated in the hundreds of thousands of euros'
Major fire at Electrolux Warehouse in Germany
Interview with Stylish Club's Executive Director, Samuel Santiago:
'We sense that the UK market is rebounding from challenging times'
Despite economic troubles, German online retail is back on the rise
'Colour becomes a tool for expressive research through bold combinations and saturated shades'
Giorgetti presents 2024 Christmas novelties
Roseland Furniture honoured with UK eCommerce award
These are the 40 Fall 2024 Market Snapshot finalists at High Point Market
UK furniture retailer reports increase in sales
Annual inflation down to in the euro area
CIFF Guangzhou sets sights on new international horizons with launch of "IF" and "IS"
Swedish e-commerce increases almost 30 percent in weak month for trade
'The cancellation of the January imm cologne fair has sparked interest from new companies'
Meble Polska organisers anticipate larger fair in 2025
German consumer sentiment continues downward trend in October
Minotti opens new flagship store in Geneva
Kettal decorates prestigious Louis Vuitton Lounge
Danish timber industry supports stricter requirements
UK division of US retail group reports sales increase
International Colefax Group announces good performance in challenging market
84% of French consumers still prefer shopping in physical stores
XXXLutz in St. Pölten reopens after severe flood damage
Westwing celebrates launch in Portugal with an exclusive event in Lisbon
Danish company's industrial espionage case delayed again
Kettle Home stakeholders revive operations under new company
'Series are no longer limited to the bedroom'
AlfdaFre launches new wardrobe program with innovative designs and materials
Danish furniture company wins lawsuit against copycat but is still unsatisfied
Interview with Charlotte Thorhauge Bech, Creative Director at blomus:
'I think we are affected all over Europe by the economic climate in the furniture and interior business'
Henge opens doors to new London flagship store
Mater expands in Portugal through partnership
PhoneAlone unveils office booth technology at Orgatec 2024
World Container Index decreases
Polish furniture industry raises concerns over minimum wage hikes
Jysk launches two 'dark stores' in Ireland and Morocco
'A minor decrease compared to what other players in the furniture industry have experienced'
Actona Group reports 6% decline
A first look at Design Miami.Paris
New leaders take the reins at Schattdecor US
Perene launches exclusive series following the daily lives of two interior design experts
French home goods retail remain significantly affected by ongoing housing issues
Beyond Inc. invests $40 million in a strategic partnership with this 103-store retail chain
In collaboration with TICA
Expobazaar opens India's first B2B Cash & Carry store in Delhi
Popular UK department store Fenwick reports £38.1m loss amid sales decline
Peter Opsvik, designer of the famous Tripp Trapp, has passed away
Drugs worth €51 million hidden in furniture shipped to France
Ellie Richards speaks of her studio and passion for design
'Furniture is more than just decor; it's an essential part of your home and lifestyle'
UK furniture retailer reports decrease in turnover because of difficult market conditions
From Pfleiderer Polska to Woodeco in 2025
Zanotta presents re-editions of historic pieces
'The Act has a major detrimental and costly impact'
VDMA urges to 'stop the supply chain laws now!'
Maisons du Monde enters new season under restructured leadership
'Container shipping companies want to pull the emergency brake on rate decline'
Future of well-known UK upholstery brand restored, 240 jobs saved
'Enhancing competitiveness in a demanding market landscape'
BAUR Group establishes European Association of Retailers within the Otto Group
'Undermining European producers and violating fair trade practices'
EU investigates Chinese hardwood plywood dumping
September inflation means British retail faces extra £140 Million burden
Popular French second-hand furniture platform seizes operations
Refinancing of Ellos Group completed
This European brand now has the biggest Home & Living community on Instagram
Gessi participates in Milano Wine Week
Ikea plans on expanding in the UK with 7 new stores
Jetclass shares the trends for this autumn season
HPMA announces Instagram takeover schedule at Fall Market
Askia launches new acoustic solutions at Orgatec 2024
'Designed for office spaces, but inspired by the comfort of home'
'6,000 square metres and more than 300 stones sourced from around the world'