As of last month, the Sistine Chapel’s renowned artwork can be seen in its full beauty day and night at no risk to the paintings or the other priceless works,…
The Secrets of Shade Sales
All too often replacement shades are treated like a step-child of lighting; however, these shade retailers prove that this category can become highly profitable if promoted properly. Shades: Every lamp…
The 10th anniversary of GM Lighting
One of the most respected leaders in the industry, Sy Gerber reflects on the 10th anniversary of GM Lighting, the changes in the industry, and the joy of working with…
Retail Strategy: How to Combat Showrooming
Don Surdoval, from retail software provider Storis, offers advice for thwarting this bane of retailing. According to research cited by Don Surdoval, 87 percent of smartphone and tablet owners use…
January Dallas Market: New Lighting Showrooms & Resources
Next month’s International Lighting Market, held next in conjunction with the Dallas Hospitality & Contract Design Show at the Dallas Market Center (DMC) January 14-18, will boast many new and…
January Dallas Market: New Lighting Showrooms & Resources
Next month’s International Lighting Market, held next in conjunction with the Dallas Hospitality & Contract Design Show at the Dallas Market Center (DMC) January 14-18, will boast many new and…
Indicators in the housing sector: Forecast 2015
An uptick in the number of single-family permits – which is currently only 44 percent of normal activity – is the key to a full-fledged housing recovery. Single-Family Production Poised…
Hong Kong Int’l Lighting Fair Offers Optimism for 2015
Attendees and exhibitors report LED business steadily increased in 2014, with no signs of slowing in the coming year. The 16th HKTDC Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition), organized…
Surya Unveils Hospitality Lighting Collection
Surya Unveils Hospitality Lighting Collection at Boutique Design NY Calhoun, Ga.-based rug company Surya introduced a new line of hospitality lighting along with a collection of eco-friendly rugs at the…
Gross Electric Raises $5,000 for Local Charities
Gross Electric Raises $5,000 for Local Charities Family-owned lighting distributor Gross Electric – which has stores in Michigan and Ohio – recently raised $5,000 for the Alzheimer’s Association and the…
