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Business of Home is the home industry’s leading business media brand, delivering essential news, analysis and insights to interior designers and industry professionals. Established in 2009 by shelter magazine alum Julia Noran Johnston, Business of Home is an independent news organization founded on the belief that the design trade deserves high-quality journalism. Since then, it has become the dai
ly media of record for the entrepreneurs, executives and creatives who work in the $4 trillion home sector. Today, Business of Home’s editorial initiatives include a robust daily news site, daily and weekly newsletters, the quarterly print magazine BOH, two podcasts that explore the challenges facing the industry, and biannual guides to the industry trade show High Point Market. In addition, the company offers a broad range of business resources, including the industry’s largest job board and events calendar, a hub for product debuts, a series of bimonthly business workshops, a directory of industry experts and skilled trades, photography and video production services, and a membership community offering exclusive access to experts, editors and events. Business of Home also hosts an annual conference, Future of Home, which fosters forward-thinking conversation among industry leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs about the forces of change sweeping the design world.
A little tile can go a long way. Whether employed as an eye-catching backsplash or a full-blown, floor-to-ceiling installation, the right design can create a striking scene in any size or style of space. BOH presents seven versatile styles to try in your next project from The Tile Shop, Heritage Tile and more.
A little tile can go a long way. Whether employed as an eye-catching backsplash or a full-blown, floor-to-ceiling installation, the right design can create ...
Fyrn Home is pushing the boundaries of sustainable design, one super-sleek exposed bracket at a time.
Fyrn is pushing the boundaries of sustainable design, one super-sleek exposed bracket at a time. After decades of crafting high-end furniture and ...
As summer comes to an end, firms welcome new hires and organizations elect new board members. Read on for BOH’s monthly roundup of arrivals and departures in design, manufacturing and media.
As summer comes to an end, firms welcome new hires and organizations elect new board members. Read on for BOH’s monthly roundup of arrivals and departures i...
The Los Angeles designer shares a bird’s-eye view of his favorite swatches, samples and more.
In our series, What I Love, we’re asking designers to build us a mood board of what’s inspiring them right now. David Samuel Ko Jorden Keith ...
On this episode of The Business of Home Podcast, Los Angeles designers David John Dick and Krista Schrock share how a slow-and-steady approach has netted their firm big opportunities.
Interior design is mostly a business of solo acts, so when a duo comes together and makes a name for themselves, there’s usually a reason—lifelong friends w...
The sudden closing of Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams over the weekend was the second shock wave to hit the furniture industry this month, following the similar shutdown of Klaussner Home Furnishings.
It started on Saturday, with a note pinned to the gate of a factory telling employees not to come in on Monday. Only a day later, the news had spread like w...
Meet Charlotte Lucas, the Charlotte–based designer telling us why she doesn’t like too much hierarchy in her firm, how she balances running a full-service firm and a fabric and wallpaper brand, and how she handles client couples who aren’t on the same page.
The 50 States Project is a series of candid conversations with interior designers across the country about how they’ve built their businesses. This week, Ch...
For decades, the American giant has been a profitable (if prosaic) staple of the furnishings industry. Now, it’s launching a rebrand that aims to up its relatability, affordability and recognition among a younger consumer, reports Warren Shoulberg.
Already the largest furniture retail chain in the country, Ashley has decided to up its game with a major refresh of its brand and stores that will begin be...
Vancouver furniture artist of Brent Comber Originals uses wood to capture the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
Brent Comber may not have taken a direct path to his woodworking practice, but since the beginning of his winding design career, his native Pacific Northwes...
The trippy, eco-driven designs of the 1970s are back—and more sophisticated than ever.
The trippy, eco-driven designs of the 1970s are back—and more sophisticated than ever. Though nostalgic motifs have been trending since the start ...
For decades, American TV and movies have served up hollow depictions of interior designers, often laced with sexism and homophobia. When will on-screen portrayals of designers catch up with pop culture’s growing appreciation for design?
HBO’s Succession is, among other things, 29 episodes of big-budget, high-caliber design p**n. Over the course of four seasons, as the fictional Roy clan bat...
There’s a lot we’re still learning about the dangers of PFAS, but the design industry can be a catalyst for change. Here’s a tool kit for reducing the use of forever chemicals in your work.
When interior designers spec materials for a project, they have many considerations to make, from the pretty—color, pattern, texture—to more practical consi...
Designer and content creator David Quarles IV shares his step-by-step strategy for making a successful Reel and how working with a legal team has helped him protect his brand as he looks to future growth.
In Ask an Influencer, Business of Home explores the creator economy. This week, we spoke with David Quarles IV, the designer and lifestyle influencer behind...
Though she never craved the spotlight, Lynn Kloythanomsup’s name was on the door of her San Francisco design firm. The work, too, was mostly hers. But after rebranding to Landed Interiors in 2019, she hired Heather Menegat in 2021—first as an interior designer, then as a lead designer, and ultimately as studio director of the West Coast office. Here, the pair open up about the legacy they’re working to build together.
Though she never craved the spotlight, Lynn Kloythanomsup’s name was on the door of her San Francisco design firm. The work, too, was mostly hers. But after...
This week in design, so-called “house-hackers” cultivate an online community of landlords looking to get rich quick, Avocado’s greenwashing suit is dismissed, and Koroseal taps designer Roger Thomas for a wallcovering collection.
Though wildly popular in the 1970s, colors like “avocado green” and “harvest gold” quickly became untouchable interior hues—but now, contemporary designers ...
Creative business coach Sean Low walks one reader through the process of assessing the root cause of an employee’s toxic behavior in order to course-correct a problematic company culture and team dynamic.
Dear Sean, I read BOH’s recent feature about how a challenging employee can hurt a firm, and about the painful decision to let that team member go and th...
When creating the designs, three words came to mind.
Designer Kelli Fontana summarizes her style as “classic, bold and whimsical” Courtesy of Kelli Fontana The Tile Shop has a refined eye for talen...
A good-looking console table can work wonders in a small space. Whether it’s placed in an entryway or behind a living room sofa, a sleek and slender design can help streamline a snug area while offering up extra storage opportunities. Business of Home presents six styles to consider for your next project from Ngala Trading Co., Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams and more.
A good-looking console table can work wonders in a small space. Whether it’s placed in an entryway or behind a living room sofa, a sleek and slender design ...
Get back to regularly scheduled programming this fall with a packed roster of industry events. From Maison&Objet to What’s New What’s Next at New York Design Center, read on for BOH’s monthly calendar highlights, including conferences, trade shows and design discussions.
Get back to regularly scheduled programming this fall with a packed roster of industry events. From Maison&Objet to What’s New What’s Next, read on for ...
The Boston designer shares a bird’s-eye view of his favorite swatches, samples and more.
In our series, What I Love, we’re asking designers to build us a mood board of what’s inspiring them right now. Gary McBournieNathan Coe ...
On this episode of The Business of Home Podcast, celebrated designer Sara Story of Sara Story Design shares the story of her career.
Sara Story loves a challenge. To keep life interesting, the New York–based designer likes to conquer one or two big physical hurdles a year—like running a m...
Meet Rodney Lawrence, the New York–based designer telling us how he carved out his own identity after working for major names in the business, why he’s pushing himself to delegate so he can explore product development and why his vision of success includes more free time for creative wandering.
The 50 States Project is a series of candid conversations with interior designers across the country about how they’ve built their businesses. This week, Ne...
Nobody’s perfect. In a complex and nuanced industry, employees are bound to make professional missteps. That’s why we asked six designers how they navigate these mistakes and move forward.
Nobody’s perfect. In a complex and nuanced industry, employees are bound to make professional missteps. That’s why we asked six designers—Victoria McKenney,...
On the summer home show circuit, Warren Shoulberg reports that the mood was cautiously pessimistic due to inflated inventories, a mediocre back-to-school season and persistent consumer ambivalence about home spending.
Another season of gift and home trade shows is in the books. As the industry gets back to its normal in-person buying cycles, the shows in Dallas, Atlanta, ...
Expressively veined and embedded with metallics, Cosentino’s new Silestone series offers the ne plus ultra in durable materials for kitchens, bathrooms and more.
With its Le Chic collection, Cosentino is setting the trends in material hybrid surfaces—through intense, inimitable colorways, yes, but also an all-new, mo...
Neon hues take center stage in Imane Fiocchi’s designs.
Imane FiocchiCourtesy of Neon Lace Company Imane Fiocchi wants to bring more color and joy into the home. The Hudson Valley, New York–based artist...
Struggle to delegate? Join the club. Here’s how to build a workflow that honors your strengths—and your time—without losing creative control.
Struggle to delegate? Join the club. Here’s how to build a workflow that honors your strengths—and your time—without losing creative control. When...
One design influencer accused another of being a copycat, then found herself the target of the internet’s vitriol. What went wrong?
In early August, TikTok erupted with yet another case of influencer-on-influencer drama—but this time, the design world was at the center of the conflict. I...
On the latest episode of Trade Tales, Dane Austin Design shares how he abandoned the pursuit of perfection in favor of getting real with his clients about the highs and lows of the design process.
From the moment he launched his Boston firm in 2009, Dane Austin strove to give clients the perfect experience. But when the pandemic came along, he found t...
Since the pandemic upended her blockbuster business, the founder has pivoted to a humble home store themed around a fictional country village. It’s doing better than you might think.
In Business of Home’s series Shop Talk, we chat with owners of home furnishings stores across the country to hear about their hard-won lessons and challenge...
This week in design, CARL HANSEN & SØN makes an acquisition, the ultrarich practice of extreme soundproofing, Brooklinen taps Zoe Schlacter for a collaboration, and more.
While the “modern farmhouse” style enjoyed a long reign in the home world over the past decade, some are beginning to grow tired of the aesthetic—as evidenc...
Sleek yet comfortable seating is essential to a well-designed dining room. These seven styles will instantly elevate your client’s table-side setup from Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, Lulu and Georgia and more.
Sleek yet comfortable seating is essential to a well-designed dining room. From leather-clad beauties to squiggly-legged stunners, these seven styles will i...
South Carolina designer Cortney Bishop’s clients were frustrated by the inconsistent performance of her receivers. Erratic billing didn’t help. She decided to turn a pain point into a business opportunity.
South Carolina designer Cortney Bishop’s clients were frustrated by the inconsistent performance of her receivers. Erratic billing didn’t help. She decided ...
How one designer turned to her payroll service to solve her HR struggles.
How one designer turned to her payroll service to solve her HR struggles. Ten years ago, Penny Francis didn’t think she needed an employee manual—...
The California designer shares a bird’s-eye view of her favorite swatches, samples and more.
In our series, What I Love, we’re asking designers to build us a mood board of what’s inspiring them right now. Nancy Evars Courtesy of Evars ...
On this episode of The Business of Home Podcast, architect and designer Benjamin Johnston shares how taking a risk led to his first magazine cover, why he chose to change the focus of his firm from architecture to interior design, and his passion for keeping arts and crafts in America alive.
A few years into his career, Benjamin Johnston landed a “whale”—a project in Mexico so large in scope that it required expanding his firm’s team from single...
New Mexico–based designer Lisa Samuel of Samuel Design Group tells us about elevating the regional aesthetic beyond kitsch, how she tunes into clients’ unspoken needs, and how she poured her soul into her new rug collection.
The 50 States Project is a series of candid conversations with interior designers across the country about how they’ve built their businesses. This week, Sa...
Rose Tarlow Melrose House introduces eight nuanced performance fabrics and debuts four surprising rug designs inspired by her own watercolor paintings.
As a general rule, Perennials designer collaborations are one-and-done, allowing the legendary purveyor of luxury performance textiles, rugs and accessories...
It’s important to pause and take stock of the good things as they come, even when the days are hectic. We asked four interior designers—Jennifer Verruto, Rachel Nelson, Martin Goddard and Ed Bakos—how they celebrate wins at their firm.
It’s important to pause and take stock of the good things as they come, even when the days are hectic. We asked four interior designers—Jennifer Verruto, Ra...
In the latest development from the roller-coaster home market, furniture brand stock prices are on the upswing. Warren Shoulberg reports on what’s driving confidence in retailers including RH, Wayfair and Williams-Sonoma Inc. B2B, among others.
Home furnishings retailers may still be dealing with the post-pandemic hangover, but you’d never know it from their stock prices. Even as the overall market...
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