British icons showcase sustainable design at Material Matters during London Design Festival

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Thursday, 25 July 2024

Bisley and MARK Product have announced their participation in Material Matters, as part of London Design Festival 2024. This marks the debut of their collaboration since their strategic partnership was announced earlier this year, spotlighting their commitment to a sustainable and circular economy. Material Matters bring together over 40 world-leading brands, designers, makers and manufacturers. MARK and Bisley have been invited as part of the Room 12 exhibit, curated by designers TP Bennett and The Furniture Practice in celebration of the importance of material intelligence in architecture and design. Their installation focusses on the social aspect of the circular economy – how good jobs and skills along with building strong manufacturing and creative communities are essential for a sustainable future.

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Workplace segment drives growth for HNI second quarter earnings

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Monday, 25 July 2024

MUSCATINE, Iowa – Office and contract furniture giant HNI says its profit transformation initiatives and Kimball International acquisition continue to fuel growth in its Workplace Furnishings segment, delivering increases in the second quarter ended June 29.

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Flexsteel targets promotability with ‘record’ new product for Vegas

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Monday, 25 July 2024

LAS VEGAS – Upholstery and case goods supplier Flexsteel will introduce a “record” number of product launches for the coming Las Vegas Market, with a focus on both motion and stationary upholstery.

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KI’s Tributaire Collection Shines at NeoCon 2024 with Multiple Award Win

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Monday, 22 July 2024

GREEN BAY, WI  July 22, 2024 / KI is proud to announce that the Tributaire Collection has received prestigious accolades at NeoCon 2024, one of the most significant events in the commercial design industry. The collection was honored with the following awards:

• Best of NeoCon Silver Award for Conference Room Furniture
• Best of NeoCon Silver Award for Task Tables
• Interior Design Magazine HiP Award for Education/Government/Institutional: Furniture & Seating

These awards underscore the innovative design and superior functionality of the Tributaire Collection, reinforcing KI’s commitment to delivering exceptional and versatile furniture solutions.

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Furniture maker Humanscale uses recycled fishing nets to make ergonomic office chairs

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Thursday, 11 July 2024

Less can be more when it comes to making greener items. Also, if people were more content and bought better but less, half the problems surrounding eco-friendly production would be solved.

Jane Abernethy, chief sustainability officer of Humanscale, which designs and manufactures ergonomic furniture for the workplace, shared these thoughts on a recent visit to Kuala Lumpur. She had come for the CoreNet PAC Summit, themed “Zoom Out: The Power of Perspective”, which urges leaders to consider the nuances and systemic factors of our global challenges.

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Steelcase Partners with IMA India for Successful 9th Annual CEO Strategy Roundtable, Welcomed 150 Industry Stalwarts

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Monday, 8 July 2024

 Steelcase, the global leader in office furniture and workspace solutions, recently partnered with IMA India to host its 09th Annual CEO Strategy Roundtable. Held from July 5th to July 7th at Taj Aravali, Udaipur, the conference gathered India’s top CEOs for impactful discussions.

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La-Z-Boy UK pledges to plant trees in return for reviews

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Monday, 8 July 2024

Recliner brand La-Z-Boy UK is asking customers to review its products online, and in return the company has pledged to plant trees.

La-Z-Boy UK has signed up to Feefo, the world’s largest verified reviews provider, which will allow potential customers to read online reviews of its products – and the platform’s new sustainability feature, Treefo, means that every time someone leaves feedback, a tree is planted.

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Sales fall for MillerKnoll in Q4, but increased orders boost outlook

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Thursday, 27 June 2024

ZEELAND, Mich. – Office and contract furniture giant MillerKnoll reported $888.9 million in fourth quarter net sales, a 7.1% decline from the same time last year. The company has reported several declines in a row, including an 11% dip last quarter and an 11.4% decline in the second quarter.

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Herman Miller Fuld Nesting Chair receives “Red Dot: Best of the Best” award for product design

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Tuesday, 25 June 2024

Herman Miller has announced that its Fuld Nesting Chair designed by Stefan Diez received the prestigious “Red Dot: Best of the Best” award for Product Design—the international design competition’s top distinction within the office chairs category. The Red Dot jury is made up of 40 international experts who test, discuss, and evaluate each entry individually. Designs are scored based on four qualities of good design: function, seduction, ease of use, and responsibility. This award adds to Fuld’s first successful year of being available to commercial customers.

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