Charlotte, N.C.-based ART (the creative home furnishings network) has released the final list of the vendors participating in the ART Card Program during the October High Point Market. Retailers are…
Michael Aram Debuts Lighting Collection
The American artist known for unique, nature-inspired home décor and tabletop accessories has launched a lighting collection comprised of 15 table and floor lamps. This new category marks the first…
ELK Group Acquires GuildMaster Days Before High Point Market
Nesquehoning, Pa.-based ELK Group International has purchased Springfield, Mo.-based accent furniture and accessory manufacturer GuildMaster. The strategic acquisition further enriches ELK’s product assortment in the accent furniture category. Nominated for…
Utility Company Rebate Update
Customers reluctant to try out new lighting technology might change their mindset if they think of these incentives as getting paid to save energy. Lighting is only a portion of…
Retail Strategy: Determining the Ideal Amount of Inventory
Determining the ideal amount of inventory is one of retailers’ biggest challenges. Lighting distributors that have a lot of remodeling customers find carrying heavy stock on certain items to be…
Partnering With Electricians
Lighting showrooms are in a sweet spot. They have the LED knowledge that can make electricians’ jobs easier. Technology has become a game-changer for every aspect of the lighting industry.…
Hubbardton Forge Unveils Special Editions
In honor of Castleton, Vt.-based Hubbardton Forge’s 40th anniversary, the company asked each of its designers – David Kitts, David Martin, and Zach Pyle – to create a unique lamp that exemplifies…
Bradshaw Orrell Line Debuts at Chelsea House
During the Fall High Point Market, Chelsea House will be hosting a party in its showroom on Sunday (October 19) for buyers to meet designer Bradshaw Orrell and peruse his…
Classic Lamp Parts Relocates & Adds Staff
One year after three lighting industry veterans left American-De Rosa (now named Luminance) in 2011, Michael Jackson, Donna Domingo, and Armando Perales started up their own business with the goal…
Classic Lamp Parts Relocates & Adds Staff
One year after three lighting industry veterans left American-De Rosa (now named Luminance) in 2011, Michael Jackson, Donna Domingo, and Armando Perales started up their own business with the goal…