As a collector of one-of-a-kind furniture and artwork, Richard Abrahamson is grateful to have a 5,000 square foot warehouse near Northwestern Delnor Hospital in Geneva to store his goods. That’s a key stock location, having run the RJA Design Interiors store at 415 W. State St. in the front of the Riley’s Medical Supplies building … Read more
Not unlike the fashion industry, the furniture industry is largely cyclical: trends that were popular decades ago are reappearing, and vintage pieces gain popularity over time. That’s just one of the reasons we’re seeing a flood of commission furniture here and across the country. Local shops offering consignment pieces from all different eras are seeing … Read more
Every house is a museum. Through its style, decor and furniture, knick-knacks and art, the visitor can discern a life, a lifestyle, a range of aspirations and influences. Even the most seemingly mundane house can become a charismatic capsule of a moment after a few centuries. The domestic interior is a remarkably direct medium that … Read more
What do I do if I don’t like fitted kitchens? Do you have any? Freestanding kitchen storage ideas? When I imagine designing my dream kitchen, I see a lot of freestanding furniture. It’s not that I dislike fitted kitchens at all – they’re all I’ve ever known – but I do know that at some … Read more
The global rental furniture market is expected to grow at a high CAGR of 7%, from a valuation of US$6.1 billion in 2023 to US$12 billion by the end of 2033. Long rental cycles, ranging from 18 months to more than two years, account for over 60% of furniture rental income. Compared to short and … Read more
NEW YORK, January 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The global home furniture market Size is estimated to increase $105.01 billion between 2022 and 2027. The growth momentum of the market will advance with a CAGR of 5.34% during the forecast period. Discover some market size insights before buying the full report – Request a sample report … Read more
As the world watches as the US-China trade dispute rages on, it’s important to look beyond the headlines and examine economic reality and progress in emerging markets. Andrew Ness, ASIP, Portfolio Manager, Franklin Templeton Emerging Markets Equity It’s important to keep perspective, especially when we’re looking at emerging markets. Despite ongoing trade talks between the … Read more
We may earn revenue from the products available on this site and participate in affiliate programs. Most people would be daunted by the prospect of converting a 21-room historic property into a family home, especially one without central heating. But Sarah Southwell was thrilled to make each room her own. “We really wanted a project … Read more
AEvery relationship brings advantages and pitfalls. But data from the UK this month showed it lost £860 (approx. Since I live in a shared apartment, I start renting on my own. And while the biggest obstacle to that is undoubtedly the rising cost of renting, so are the costs of being alone. I am so … Read more
Designer Evie Kemp “coveted” a new armchair to match her ever-evolving maximalist style, but was struggling to find one in her price range, so she decided on option two – salvaging an old one. She started scouring Trade Me for the right big 70’s style chair and eventually found one that was very similar to … Read more