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Array of product on tap for Las Vegas Market
(Furniture/Today Via Thomson Dialog NewsEdge) WMC = World Market Center WP = World Pavilions S = Sands
All prices retail except where noted. For rugs, all prices retail for an approximate 5 by 8 size except where noted. In-depth stories on Las Vegas product introductions will appear in Furniture/Today's July 30 issue.
A-AmericaWMC A-735
Sun River, seven bedroom pieces in updated English country; in pine with space-saving storage bed, dovetailed drawers, tongue-and-groove back panels and drawer bottoms; 16-step Carmel finish; queen bed, $599.
AbbysonWMC A-133
The $375 Adams Morgan round end table is part of the DuPont Espresso collection. It is made of solid oak with an espresso finish.
The $630 DuPont round end table has an espresso veneer finish and a glass top.
The $650 Adams Morgan two-way corner chair is made with solid oak and has an espresso veneer finish.
The Modern Sophistication living room series includes an $830 cocktail table with a removable black glass top.
Acme FurnitureWMC A-826
Stationary and motion sofas, recliners, club chairs, sectionals and home theater seating groups. Imported from China in all-leather, leather-match and microfiber covers.
AdessoWMC A-420
Intrroductions include a ready-to-assemble love seat and chair upholstered in loop-stitched polyester with chrome legs and walnut arm rests, $500 to $550. The company is in a new 5,800-square-foot space.
Aico/Amini Innovation Corp.WMC A-854
In case goods, offering four major collections, including Romanza, first seen in High Point:
Aria, rustic Italian with Tuscan essence, metal ornamentation and a Warm Java finish; bedroom has grand panel bed and gentlemen's chest; dining has shaped rectangular table that extends to 144 inches, and leather seating; occasional has nesting table and drop-leaf table.
Chateaux Beauvais, French Rococo influence, inlaid marquetry, bomb shaping and a duo-tone finish called Noble Bark; bedroom has mansion bed with pillowed wood headboard and footboard and dresser with bomb styling; dining has trestle-base dining table with marquetry, extending to 124 inches.
Essex Manor, European-inspired collection with origins in the British Isles; detailed carvings, metal designs and Deep English Tea finish; dining offerings include double-pedestal and upholstered seating; bedroom has shaped metal posts on the bed and a gentlemen's chest; occasional has a barrel end table.
Romanza, reminiscent of Roman aristocracy; Deep Claret finish with burnt wood accenting, marquetry and generous shaping.
In upholstery:
Introducing four major collections, each with correlating upholstery. The collections and upholstery include: ARIA, with upholstery pieces that showcase top-grain leather with multiple fabrics, with specialty pieces like a wing settee; Chateaux Beauvais, with upholstery featuring multiple fabrics mixed with metallic leather and several specialty pieces like a sweetheart chaise; Essex Manor, with upholstery in multiple fabrics and trims in an Old World casual feel of vintage elegance; and the Romanza collection, simple yet elegant upholstery that spotlights plush jewel fabrics and trims.
Allan Copley DesignsWMC B-175
The $1,199 Calligraphy cocktail is a square contemporary-style table with a glass top, brushed stainless steel corner inserts and an espresso finish on kulin veneer. A companion end table with similar design elements is priced at $885.
Alligator EnterpriseWMC A-930J
Monterey, nine bedroom pieces, classic cottage style, eight finishes, dovetail drawers; can accommodate trundle; queen bed, $899; armoire, $1,199.
Slatted collection, five youth pieces in five finishes; includes a twin-over-full bunk bed, $1,199.
Strategy: Expanding bedroom and bunk bed line with a sophisticated, classic look for juveniles.
Marketing: New container programs and show specials.
Alphaville DesignWMC B-665
Featuring midpriced, non-licensed reproductions of modern design classics and contemporary original designs. Upholstery and occasional. Italian quality made in China.
AntiquesS 3516
A solid-pine, two-door, four-drawer English-style bookcase comes in an antique white finish.
A hand-carved, solid-elm English display cabinet has a mirrored back and lockable door.
A hand-carved, solid-pine French shop counter has drawers and storage cupboards for added functionality. It comes in a weathered antique black finish.
Arin InternationalS 2711
The Irish Coast Extension Dining Table, Cornwall Buffet and Hutch, Lifestyle Cambridge Large Desk and Lifestyle Granite Topped Kitchen Island are made entirely from reclaimed pine. Much of the raw material is 100- to 150-year-old wood salvaged from old bridges, mines, barns and railway tunnels. Designs are inspired by the country styles of Ireland. Completely eco-friendly and manufactured by hand with dovetail joints, floating panels and a linseed oil stain applied by hand. Hardware forged from metals found with the old wood.
Armen ArtWMC A-230
Bermuda, eight-piece dining, transitional style, pecan wood finish and chocolate travertine stone; buffet has matching stone top; group, $5,100.
A.R.T. FurnitureWMC A-553
Calais, 13 case pieces in Baroque style; seven bedroom and six dining, generously scaled with bomb shaping; radiata pine with cherry and ash burl veneers and a mellowed Antique Brown finish with dry-brushed edges; key pieces include a leather sleigh bed and matching armoire, and the company's largest table ever at 132 inches; bedroom group, $1,999.
Strategy: Offering Baroque style at sharp pricing.
News: Opening a 37,000-square-foot showroom on the second floor of Plaza Suites for the fall High Point Market.
AspenhomeWMC B-801
In leather:
Aspenhome adds leather seating to its American Federal-themed Young Classics collection with sofa, loveseat, chair, ottoman and accent chairs. Signature C-scroll design featured on wood trim along with nailhead accents.
Stand-alone recliner chairs join existing Burbank and Beverly Hills home theater seating groups, and San Diego power recliner bows.
In case goods:
Potomac, bedroom group expands to full-line, 85-piece collection; inspired by American antiques, Neoclassical carvings and fret details; Mount Vernon cherry finish; includes Madison grand round dining table with self-storing leaves, 57-inch computer desk, 76-inch home entertainment console and hutch, and 10 occasional tables; occasional includes a version of the Liv360 tray table with pullout tray and StoreCharge drawer for charging cell phones, iPods, PDAs.
Weekender, adding dining to bedroom group, natural waxed pine finish in Irish style; tables include pedestal and trestle bases with aged Moss Green finish to complement pine tops; Moss Green also available on chairs. Group also gets new valet piece for the bedroom; dual hampers, ironing board and TV/wardrobe storage. Also a new secretary.
Centennial, adding new color to dining collection, warm oak now available in Pepper Black chairs and table bases.
A popular glass-door china hutch now available in all collections, including Young Classics, Chateau de Vin and Napa.
In home office:
Featuring leather chairs that are six inches taller than standard office seats. Chairs feature casters, adjustable seat heights and nailhead trim.
The multi-functional secretary features StoreCharger drawer for cell phone, PDAs and other accessories, power outlet and printer pullout, cubbies for stationery or bills, three-way touch lighting in top display area and removable shelves for optional TV use. The secretary is being added to Napa, Barolo, Chateau de Vin, Centennial, Potomac and Weekender bedroom groups.
Potomac expands into home office and includes a new compact 57-inch computer desk, executive desk, computer desk and return, credenza and hutch, lateral file, bookcase wall, file cabinet, computer armoire, modular wall unit and coordinating office chair.
In entertainment:
Adding an entertainment console to seven of its collections that includes an iPod docking station. The docking station allows movies, TV shows and podcasts to be downloaded onto a large-screen television. Also adding home entertainment pieces to the Potomac collection. The collection features neoclassic styling and a Mt. Vernon cherry finish.
BarcaloungerWMC A-904
Six new recliners with contemporary and transitional design styling. Cover applications include all fabrics, leather plus, all leather or all top-grain leather.
New Generations, transitional modular motion offered as a sofa, loveseat or sectional. Wall lounger mechanism; optional one-touch power activation. Starting retail prices from $2,299 retail for a fabric sofa to $2,799 for leather.
Madeira, a transitional wing chair with soft fiber-filled pillow back and tapered, flared arms. Three-position lounger. In fabric, from $799; leather, from $1,099.
Le Mans, a contemporary track-arm recliner, features soft radius lines and loose cushion construction. Three-position recline. In fabric from $799; leather from $1,099.
Westwood, a bustle-back wing chair, with loose seat construction, decorative nailheads and outline welting. Three-position lounger. In fabric from $799 or leather from $1,099.
Sanibel is a reclining chair with baby rattan and wicker arms, as well as loose seat construction. Three-position seating. Fabric cover priced from $899; leather from $1,199.
Sunset, a reclining club chair with soft bustle back, nailhead trim and inside handle activation. Wall lounger mechanism. In fabric cover from $799, or leather from $1,099.
Marketing programs: Price promotions and new advertising. Manufacturing expands to the West Coast and a new warehousing program is being offered.
Bago Luma CollectionsWMC A-423
With classic fleur de lis details, a new, large French baker's rack comes in hand-forged iron and natural stone.
Wine rack comes with upper section that attaches to the wall for stability, supported by two legs on the floor.
BermexWMC B-1480
Luna, new contemporary addition to the G747 line; curved lines, dovetailed drawers with side-glide system, hand-wiped walnut stain; panel headboard in queen and king size; matching armoire.
Contemporary dining suite made of solid North American birch with 86 finish options; table can expand from three feet to more than eight feet with two inset leaves and two drop-down leaves; chairs in one of 140-plus fabrics and six leg options.
Best Home FurnishingsWMC A-653
Several motion pieces that met with much success in High Point will be shown here:
Oversized motion sofa (Nos. S720RA4, 7BW27) flaunts eight-inch-wide arms topped with an extra-large, blown Dacron arm pillow. The two-seater features an extra-wide mechanism and reclining capabilities hidden with an inside handle. The smaller companion loveseat features a standard-size mechanism. Matching recliner features heavy-duty The Beast mechanism and a seat supported by sinuous wire springs. Baseball stitching accents.
No. M485 is an eight-piece motion sectional that can be custom-configured to fit any space. The loveseat is available with the recliner on the arm, either left or right. Available with full-size sleeper and arm on either left or right side. Corner wedge has two backs; chaise seat offers arm support for left or right side. Armless stationary chair completes the group. Removable backs.
Also, leather covers have been added to Best's popular glider rocker, No. C2017E/C0010E as well as some scaled back ladies recliners.
Bluefish HomeWMC B-600
A 1960s Midcentury Modern occasional group features retro-style cocktail, console and end tables made of 100% solid oak. Group includes one $1,099 cocktail, one $899 console and a $599 end.
The Primativa group has a $399 end table, $799 cocktail, $699 console and $1,499 bookcase, all available in a rustic weathered wash finish. Made from central American pine, the group also has a $599 group of nesting tables; platform bed, $1,499; and three-drawer dresser, $1,399.
The Copenhagen group has a $1,499 sideboard, $599 coffee table and $299 end table, all made from hand-planed, hand-distressed Primavera hardwood in a wood stain. These also feature a forged base and handles.
Strategy: Adding bedroom to successful dining, living room and occasional line.
Marketing: Express shipping program, which stocks current product to ship within two weeks.
Boyd Specialty SleepWMC B826
Introducing its new latex lineup, Perfect Support. The beds feature latex on top of specially engineered support foam to provide a range of plush, medium-firm and ultra-firm support. The company offers a Sleep Metrics diagnostic selling process, in which a diagnostic bed pinpoints the level of support a consumer needs.
BroyhillWMC A-1053
In case goods, three new bedrooms, plus additions to existing collections:
No. 5605 Livingston, contemporary bedroom with cathedral ash veneers on Asian hardwoods, warm blonde ash finish and brushed nickel hardware; SKUs include dresser and drawer chest with jewelry tray in top center drawer, felt lining in top drawer, cedar-lined bottom drawers; also TV armoire, nightstand, panel bed and landscape mirror.
No. 4110 Crossroads, traditional bedroom featuring cherry veneers and cherry finish; all cases have rounded moldings and antique brass hardware; SKUs include dresser, drawer chest, mirror, panel bed, nightstand and door chest.
No. 4112 Cross Creek, traditional bedroom group in a more casual country style than Crossroads, with cherry veneers and two-tone Cherry and Linen White finishes; cases feature rounded moldings and cherry knobs.
Avenue, adding new pieces to High Point introduction; Art Deco styling; panel bed has tufted leather headboard; armoire has bird's-eye maple and white sapelli veneers in a medium chocolate finish, mother of pearl inlay; new pieces include a vanity, lingerie chest and bed bench.
In dining:
No. 5563 Cambridge, a sleek, transitional collection that includes regular and counter-height dining in cherry veneers, full-bodied medium dark brown cherry finish, brushed nickel hardware and brushed nickel metal accents. Also comes with a china and sideboard with mirror. Cherry veneers in a full bodied, medium dark brown cherry finish. Brushed nickel hardware, and brushed nickel metal accents are featured on selected pieces.
In occasional/entertainment:
Harvest Road is a casual traditional group with cathedral cherry veneers on Asian hardwoods. The collection is offered in a two-tone black and cherry finish with a natural rattan woven element and Victorian-styled antique hardware. Occasional items include a rectangular cocktail table and entertainment credenda and hutch.
Rhapsody is a contemporary group with cathedral walnut veneers on Asian hardwoods. The collection comes in a midtone brown finish with contemporary brushed nickel hardware. Occasional items include a rectangular cocktail table, glass top cocktail table with beveled glass, glass top round lamp table, drawer end table, sofa table and entertainment console and hutch with wire management and glass shelves.
Chicago is a transitional occasional and entertainment group in ash burl and primavera veneers in a midtone finish with brushed copper pulls. Group includes cocktail table, end tables, sofa table, entertainment credenza and entertainment wall unit.
Brighton Hill was introduced in High Point, but will be shown for the first time in Vegas. It features relaxed traditional styling and old world finishing techniques. Group includes a rectangular cocktail table, end table, oval commode, nesting table, sofa table, square cocktail table, bar unit and entertainment wall.
Lift-top cocktail tables are being added to Southwest, Attic Heirlooms and Artisan, three existing groups. A vanity and hinged mirror and swivel lingerie chest with mirror and jewelry storage are being added to Avenue.
In home office:
Six new groups: American Era, offered in a cherry finish as well as a two-tone finish with warm cherry and black combined together; Chateau Calais, a Louis-Philippe-inspired group, is offered in a rich cherry finish with modest ornamentation such as nickel-finished pulls and knobs and symmetrical wood veneers; Attic Heirlooms, which offers the look of antique treasures with the durability of new furniture; Affinity, a sleek, up- to-date alternative in a dark Caf finish; and Carson Manor, a timeless Gilded Age design. Pieces include an executive desk, credenza desk, credenza hutch and lateral file.
In leather:
No. KL956, part of Broyhill's Leather Club Chair program, is showcased. Reintroduced from High Point, it features top grain semi-aniline/leather splits with savage effect
In upholstery:
In transitional, No. 6536 is a three-over-three cap arm transitional sofa with splayed wood legs; No. 6519 is a two-over-two track arm sofa with block wood feet; No. 6693 is a four-over-four sofa with a cut back transitional arm and splayed wood feet; No. 6534 is a two-over-two bordered pub back transitional featuring splayed wood feet; No. 8950 is a transitional armless settee with a tight border seat and tapered wood legs; No. 6790 is a three-over-two configuration with tapered wood legs; No. 5418 is a two-piece sectional with an interchangeable loveseat and chaise format; and the No. 6687 sectional is designed with an open arm feature as well as a corner cuddler for extra comfort.
New Traditional: No. 6459 traditional sofa features an inverted tight back and waterfall skirt; and No. 6482, a traditional three-over-three silhouette, features semi-attached back with an inset panel arm. The fabric application is an exclusive midscale rayon plaid coordinated with a floral jacquard pillow. The color palette is a soft berry and gold combination.
Urban Lodge: The No. 6486 two-over- two sofa features splayed panel arms and nailhead trim.
New Country: A three-over-three tight-back sofa features sock arms and tapered wood legs.
CapelWMC A-226
The Heirlooms rug collection consists of four traditional Oriental rug designs. Heirlooms is part of the Biltmore for Your Home licensed collection. Hand-knotted of wool in 3/8-inch pile. Made in India. $3,499 in 6 by 9.
The Sweet William rug is inspired by a large-scale Art Nouveau design. Machine woven in Belgium of acrylic blend yarns. $399 in 4?10? by 8?.
CatnapperWMC A-1030
Motion offerings expand with Comfort Choices assortment of sofas, love seats and seating wedges. Softie is a deep, plush biscuit-tufted group with companion reclining chaise. Sofa, $799.
Also, Temptation, a contemporary group dressed in "Leather-Touch" with chaise seating. Sofa, $999.
In the motion sofa, loveseat, rocker-recliner category, Catnapper adds Blockbuster, in a textured chenille cover with decorative bolster pillows. Features include a drop-down table, built-in massage and cupholders. Sofa, $699.
Ovation features a full reclining chaise pad seat on sofa, loveseat or rocker recliner styles. Durable suede cloth cover. Sofa, $599.
Recliners include Laredo, a large chaise rocker unit in faux leather ($349) and Blaster, a rocker recliner in durable suede cloth ($299).
CBKWMC A-410
The $200 Casa Cristina collection hall table has a solid-wood top and ball accents, plus a scroll design base and antique gold finish.
The $250 Eiffel Tower design wine rack has glass holders and a brown rust finish.
The $400 patchwork cocktail-style ottoman has corded edges and tapered legs and comes in a chocolate finish.
An $80 embossed leather-top occasional table has a scroll design base, plant holder and an antique copper finish.
A $500 wingback chair features damask tapestry fabric, cabriole legs and a camel burgundy finish.
The D'Orsy collection $320 corner cabinet has two doors with a hand-painted floral design and a blue, ivory and chocolate finish.
Other new items include an $80 square bulging style ottoman, a $470 D'Orsy collection floor screen and a $450 table with elephant head legs and antique brass accents.
Cheers Sofa USAWMC A-146
The domestic arm of Man Wah Holdings, a publicly traded Chinese leather upholstery manufacturer, expands its stationary, motion and home theater offerings. Stationary intros feature premium leathers, including a 92-inch sofa with hand-rubbed, heavyweight top-grain leather and contrast stitching. Retail, $1,199.
Coaster Co. of AmericaWMC A-830
Featuring stationary and motion groups, including sectionals, in fabric or leather. Value priced.
Company CWMC B-348
Ticker Tape Stripe is a flat-weave rug made of cotton and wool. Hand loomed in India. $700.
Kelmscott and Ashley Floral are hand-tufted of wool. Imported from India. $1,080 in a 6 by 9.
Pinecones is hand-hooked of wool. Imported from China. $815 in 6 by 9.
Country ExpressionsS 4831
A dozen new entertainment SKUs in white pine and hardwoods; telescoping ball-bearing hardware.
New box shipping program for retail segments not served in the past; shipment on company fleet or retailers' choice of carrier.
Creative EleganceWMC B-670
Soire, 10 dining pieces in modern/contemporary styling utilizing simple shapes with exotic veneers; choice of 13 case goods finishes; dining chair has webbed seating and acrylic back and choice of ultrasuede upholstery; suite, $7,500 to $10,000; chairs, $795.
Skyline is a $3,500 bar cabinet featuring exotic veneers combined with colored glass and mirror accents. It has modern styling with wine bottle storage and a drop-lid lighted work area.
Strategy: All product domestically manufactured with many finish choices and other options.
CR HomeWMC B-1380
In occasional:
InColor will launch 21 painted and eclectic occasional pieces by Peters-Revington that include a large mobile cocktail table, small cocktail table, corner table, organization table, bookcases, media centers and desk. All are available in 13 new colors that include soft white, ivory, buttercream, bluebell, buttercup, honeydew, teaberry, spice and chili pepper, sage, French blue, navy and licorice. These colors tie in with corresponding fabric selections available in the Cochrane upholstery line.
Sundance Prairie by Peters-Revington is a Western-influenced collection featuring cocktail tables in a variety of sizes, three of which are on casters for easy cleaning and mobility. Each cocktail table has pass-through drawers with a hidden compartment for added functionality. The group also has a 56-inch, six-leg sofa table with drawers and matching shaped saddle benches for guest seating and foot support. The complementary benches are easily stored between the table legs for a unique look, plus added flexibility and function. The collection also has a tall entertainment center with sliding door and pull-out tracks for CD/DVD storage and a desk with hutch and the choice of chair side, chair side with cabinet and end tables.
Chesapeake by Peters-Revington is a casual American-style group with a two-tone finish of black combined with cherry veneer tops and antique hardware. It has tables with fluted, carved and turned legs topped with an umbrella motif, shaped aprons, distinctive routings and beadboard side accents. Signature pieces include new two-tier cocktail and end tables, a multi-tiered bookcase and a sofa/hall entry table.
In upholstery:
Company's Cochrane division is adding new fabrics and casual living upholstery styles to complement InColor program. Included are four new sofa styles a traditional camelback, contemporary with drawn back and an transitional with a three-over-three T cushion with sock arms and wood frames that is smaller scale (less than 85 inches}. All Cochrane sofas come with choice of frame, feet, wood finish, comfort loft, back and arm style and matching accent cushions.
CurvetWMC A-220
New items include the Apollo series of occasional tables with Italian bases and clear or hand-painted glass tops.
David FrancisWMC B-555
The Bel Air wing chair features doubled-walled, variegated cane sides and back on an upholstered webbed deck. Various finishes.
Imperial is a $2,440, two-drawer console featuring a rattan frame and white oak crown and mahogany marquetry. It also has leather bindings, wood drawer glides and chrome-plated hardware.
Bel Air is a $3,330 chair with a wood frame, double walled, variegated cane sides and back and an upholstered webbed deck.
Diamond SofaWMC A-816
Addressing a styling void in its product line with chaise sectionals priced at $999. Rossini is an urban contemporary design in leather, and Urban is an urban contemporary model with wood frame and matching ottoman.
Marketing programs: Offering expanded quick-ship options from Los Angeles.
DinecWMC A-654
Introducing 10 new chairs, mostly in contemporary style, and a couple of chairs that accompany a new hutch that matches the buffet in the Campana collection, a classic country style. Also in Campana, adding a new 54-inch round table with a unique pedestal base, with 1-inch, solid-birch top.
Two new buffets in the contemporary style with wine bottle storage.
Featuring 30 new fabrics.
More than 30 new sizes of tables.
Marketing programs: Offering new in-store banners for dealers to enhance brand image.
DouglasWMC B-1001
In dining:
Nancy, Tracy, Gloria and Doris, two-piece casual dining sets in assorted designs, in both 24- inch and 30-inch heights, with memory return swivel. Made of solid wood in a medium Dakarta finish. $99 to $149.
In upholstery:
The Ardon sectional ($1,999) mixes contemporary styling with plush seating. Filling a style void, this motion group incorporates a one-arm sectional with two recliners, plus concealed pull-down tray under center back pillow with cupholders and remote control station. It also features a deep corner wedge and full-size sleeper with innerspring mattress. A double reclining sofa, double reclining loveseat and correlated rocker-recliner round out the group.
Strategy: Introducing four new import wood barstools in assorted designs. Available direct ship from China or out of its factory warehouse.
DutailierWMC A-847
Offering a preview of the Matrix collection, a personalized glider concept featuring adjustable seat and back height. With two easily adjustable heights to choose from, the modern design relies on a two-pronged peg system to lock the preferred height in place. Outfitted with lock, swivel and recline functions, it is offered in several styles.
Also, Intermezzo (No. 302-126) a contemporary high-leg recliner with long glide feature, is being presented with a new, dimensional, cork-like microfiber cover from Culp. The expanded cover offering strengthens a specific price point. In microfiber, $999 or leather/match, $1,199. Three colors.
Dynamic FurnitureWMC B-930
Two new groups for the Integrity collection:
Laura, eight bedroom pieces in solid-wood front and rear frame construction, Dark Cherry finish.
Oak, bedroom pieces in solid-wood front and rear frame construction, Honey Golden finish.
Eagle Inds.WMC A-701
Adding an entertainment center with a motorized lift to its Savannah collection. The unit is available in five finishes and has optional side piers for additional media storage.
Elite ModernWMC B-726
Adding entertainment wall systems at $1,499, $1,649 and $2,099. The $1,649 model, Avanti, features rift-cut white oak veneers and champagne-plated steel. The other two models, part of the Arches collection, feature rift-cut white oak veneers and chrome frames.
Pisa has two tables priced at $1,349 and $1,049 made with polished stainless steel, a solid-oak wood base and tempered glass.
Verso, eight dining pieces in polished stainless steel, rift-cut white oak veneer and a tempered glass top; dining table, $2,849; buffet, $3,479; leather armchair, $809; bench, $1,289.
Strategy: Introducing stainless steel and top-grain samba leather at this show.
ElranWMC A-520
The motion category steps up with new transitional frames, including No. 4001, featuring waterfall front deep seating comfort in a fabric cover, and No. 9084, a biscuit-back leather offering with dual recline for individual comfort.
Marketing programs: Offering quick delivery on various colors and covers, geared to special-order business with minimal inventory. Also, gallery programs, aggressive pricing and point-of-purchase materials.
Embassy InternationalPlaza Hotel Triple Crown Ballroom
Titan, in classical/traditional style, cherry finish; big four-poster bed, basic pieces and armoire.
Strategy: Expanding line through various price points and new items. The company's first Las Vegas Market.
Emerald Home FurnishingsWMC B-1350
In upholstery:
Introductions include six upholstery groups in microfiber and polyurethane. Included is a contemporary model with accent stitching on the seat and pillow-top arms in a tan microfiber cover with PU accent on the sides and back. Also, a motion sofa, love seat and recliner, $899 for the sofa.
In case goods:
West Park, five bedroom pieces in hardwood solids and veneers; black finish with pewter hardware; bycast leather on headboard; suite, $1,999.
Formal dining, three new groups.
Bedroom, three new groups, including West Park.
In occasional:
Showing eight new occasional groups in a variety of styles and finishes.
In dining:
No. D589/Wendover, comes with three different table tops, two leg heights, chair, 24-inch barstool, buffet and hutch. In hardwood solids and Chievo cherry finish. Mix-and-match square, rectangle or round/oval top with choice of 30-inch or 36-inch legs. All table tops feature butterfly leaf. $399.
Fairmont DesignsWMC A-754
Stillwater Lodge, a rustic-themed collection of wood and upholstered furniture, includes a tapered roll arm sofa with a seat that extends forward of the arm post for greater comfort, available in both a "safe" fabric and a design fabric; the accent chair has wood trim and is covered in a complementary fabric for each body cloth on the sofa. The wood side of the collection features white oak veneers in warm golden Saddle finish, hand distressing; canted square metal posts and canted molding on doors and drawers; includes a mid-height pier wall bed, a new configuration for Fairmont, with removable cherry panels; has formal and casual dining, including a slant-top sideboard with drop-lid serving area; cocktail table has hidden serving area under the top; sofa table opens up to a writing desk; entertainment deck unit holds large TVs.
Feizy RugsWMC B-165
The Iota rug collection, part of the Feizy Home line, is a group of contemporary designs hand tufted in India of wool and faux silk pile with multi-textures. $350.
Additions are being made to the Onon collection featuring organic designs such as faux bois. Hand-knotted of Tibetan wool and silk. $2,800.
Taylor collection, for casual lifestyles, features a lush, free-flowing pile. Hand tufted of wool, $390.
5th Avenue DesignsWMC B-701
The Maryland contemporary curved sectional with chaise configuration is covered in a taupe velvet, $1,299.
The Seattle sectional is a sleek contemporary in a city tweed cover with attached curved ottoman that appears to be notched into a three-over one base piece, back and arm can be removed to make a day bed, $1,399.
Nebraska contemporary sectional is a sofa and chaise that can be reversed for different room configurations, $1,999.
The No. 9000-01 contemporary side chair with back cutout detail is covered in Chocolate Bobbin fabric, espresso-finished wood legs, $250.
The No. 8000-01 fully upholstered contemporary chair, $230.
Marketing programs: The company continues to expand its quick-ship offerings.
FlexsteelWMC A-530
Yancy, part of the new Wrangler Home Series 47 line, is a upholstery group with a contemporary flair featuring loose back pillows, tight pullover back and tall square tapered leg. It will be available in fabric or in two-tone leather/fabric. An all-fabric ottoman works with either.
Jordan (No. 1179-31), a leather/fabric combination, offers a rugged yet sophisticated interpretation of a Western sofa. The splayed out English arm has been simplified and trimmed with decorative nail accents. Other features include scatter back pillows, serpentine front rail, exposed wood base with shaped molding rail and raised diamond corner blocks on turned legs. An imported frame, it is priced at $1,999.
Four HandsWMC B-270
Bringing 60 case goods pieces from High Point, including Montana and Carnegie London Trunks, and adding 50 new ones.
Montana, occasional and dining tables from rough-sawn tops, three- and four-inches thick, on heavy block legs; clear matte finish.
Bavaria, table collection using recycled elm plant tops on industrial, riveted metal bases with a rustic, rubbed paint finish.
Emperor, adding occasional using recycled elm doors; original trestle table was highly successful.
Alder Hill, transitional style, four beds and 10 case pieces, including A2600 bedroom TV console in alder wood, $1,499.
Oak bedroom, No. 2600 TV console, $1,499;console , hutch, $799.
Strategy: Offering furniture for oversized, widescreen TVs for the bedroom.
Marketing: American made, in stock, shipping the same day order is placed.
Furniture ClassicsWMC B-818
The $1,149 Scandinavian chest is made of mahogany with low relief carvings and motifs that include foliates, rosettes and scrolling voutes. It has a black painted finish and silver leaf accents.
Patrice is a $495 Louis XV-style slipper chair with foliate carving accentuated with silver leaf. It is made from solid mahogany with a bronze finish.
Mariners is a $1,495 wine cabinet modeled after a ship's cooler. Made with mixed hardwoods and stainless steel marine hardware accents, it features storage for wine bottles and glassware.
The Old Door armoire is a rustic cabinet that retails for $1,195. It is made from unfinished reclaimed antique elm doors and oxidized rustic hardware.
The Old Door credenza is a $1,195 rustic-style credenza made from unfinished reclaimed antique elm doors and oxidized rustic hardware.
The $595 Familiar cabinet is an Arts & Crafts-inspired piece with a classic Oriental form made from solid alder with bronze hardware.
Fusion DesignsWMC A-842
Part of the Medallion Series scaled for smaller environments, No. 2207 is an 11-piece home office in cherry veneers; and No. 2307 is a 12-piece rustic casual offering in oak with a medium, rubbed and distressed finish.
Divinity II is a 12-piece contemporary office collection executed in a dark espresso finish called Candleglow. Uses ribbon cut mahogany veneer and mahogany inlays. $1,899 for an executive desk.
Strategy: Expanding home office into smaller-scale items, while maintaining function and quality. Fusion has also engaged Dan Wistehuff Sr. for design work. Company is in a new showroom for this market.
G.A. Brinkel USA/Collage MarketingWMC A-220
Leather sectionals and theater seating, including:
Hamburg, a motorized, three-piece, contemporary leather theater seating, separated by arm supports, $9,995.
Tangente sectional, contemporary styling with chrome accents.
Chicago sofa, contemporary styling in top-grain leather, $2,499.
Pure chair, swivel, manual or motion, from $2,599 to $3,599.
Marketing programs: Offering in-stock, quick-ship program based in High Point; special order and mixed containers available.
Glen ArborWMC B-1146
The Pente China buffet and hutch features curved front and sides, nickel hardware, rich proba veneer and touch lighting.
Boundary Lodge, 10 bedroom pieces giving rustic a more modern feel; distressed cherry veneers over alder with a hand-rubbed finish; bed, $1,000; seven dining pieces, table and six chairs, $2,400.
Strategy: Continue to offer high-end specifications and designs at moderate price points.
Gold BondWMC B-906
Introducing Celestial, a 100% natural latex mattress, with a suggested retail of $899. The bed is covered with a Belgian mattlesse fabric, and is quilted with a linen border. The bed also includes a plush layer of deep-quilted wool and silk fiber blend.
GroovystuffS 3704
Prairie Root is a round side table priced at $750 made from salvaged wagon wheel hubs, wagon wheel segments and a teak root decorative edge. A square version, made with similar materials, is priced at $750.
The Chuck Wagon hutch is a $1,995 piece that has functional wagon wheel drawers on the faade and decorative top.
The Back to the Roots collection features three new Badlands pieces that include a root coffee table and side chair, both priced at $1,250, and a root bench, priced at $1,450. These are made from the buttress of plantation-grown teak trees.
The Kodiak collection features seven new $245 side tables made from root segments cut into uniform blocks.
Double Rockdale rocker and glider, made of antique wagon wheels; reshaped iron rings blend with teak wheel, spoke and center hub; rocker 42 by 35 by 42 inches, $1,250; glider 54 by 42 by 42 inches, $1,450.
Hamilton & SpillWMC B-1300
Company is offering more pieces for mixed seating groups with increased use of textiles, and also introducing the Platinum leather series with better leathers, enhanced construction and comfort and more sewing detail. Among the fabric introductions are Yaletown, seating for small and open spaces with lots of flexibility. The armless pieces in microfiber will allow customers to use the pieces individually or join them to make sectionals with options. Also, Montreal, a stationary leather entry, is a tailored, contemporary sectional with curved ottomans to create a "comfy chaise." In a new, plush, two-tone leather.
Handy LivingWP 30210
Introducing a ready-to-assemble, two-piece sectional that ships via UPS in four boxes with extra-thick resilient foam cushion, tailored back cushions and solid-wood frame. The sectional features a plush twill fabric and four coordinated accent pillows. It will retail at $999.
Harounian Rugs InternationalWMC B-448
The Eden Park rug collection is hand tufted of wool with viscose highlights in updated Nepalese designs. Made in China. $399.
The Mahal collection is hand-knotted in India and replicates classic Indian designs. Wool, $999 in 6 by 9.
HellenicWP 22504, 22300
The Candice Olson collection has added 16 new rugs. 160 line hand-tufted construction. Wool and silk. Made in China $799.
Transitional rugs are made of wool and silk in 160-line, hand-tufted construction Made in China. $799.
New designs are being added to the traditional Wonders of the World collection. Hand tufted of wool. Made in India. $349.
Contemporary designs have been added to the Ultimate Shag collection. $299.
Highland DesignWMC A-529
Beacon Hill, nine transitional in cherry solids and nickel pull hardware; suite, $1,999.
Parker, eight transitional pieces in birch solids and antique brass and glass pulls; suite, $2,299.
Dupre, 10 contemporary pieces in birch solids and ball brass pulls, $1,799.
Strategy: Expand offerings to include contemporary and transitional.
Marketing: Offering East Coast and West Coast warehouse service. Dealer-incentive and value-added programs available.
HomeleganceWMC A-625
Eleven new upholstery groups ranging from traditional to contemporary in microfiber and chenille fabrics.
Showing 13 new occasional groups in three-pack, collection and contemporary formats.
Unveiling six home entertainment pieces in contemporary and traditional styling. Also adding home entertainment items to its successful No. 858 collection.
Fourteen new casual dinettes and three dining collections that are expansions of popular bedroom collections.
Also, offering three new ready-to-assemble home office desk sets.
Interactive Health/Human TouchWMC B-900
Introductions include the Human Touch Exclusive Zero-Gravity Massage Chair No. 7450 its most evolved massage chair to date, according to the company. This massage chair combines the healing benefits of Human Touch Technology with the ergonomics of a "zero gravity" recliner. The chair offers features designed to cater to the personal comfort while promoting wellness, such as Acupoint Detection, which uses an electro/optical system to find acupressure points and computerized massage system to target these areas to relieve tension and discomfort; seven adjustable intensity levels of massage pressure, from gentle to invigorating; and heat and massage, adjustable headrest and retractable foot/calf massager. In black or dark chocolate, $3,999.
InterconWMC A-510
Adding two groups to quick-ship Bedroom Solutions line introduced in January: Urban Loft, bedroom with solid-wood edge, post banding and elm veneers in a Madeira finish; English dovetail drawers and dust-proofing; queen, king and California king sizes; and Oak Hill, dining set in solid oak with Antique White and Merlot finishes; slat-back chairs and barstools with matching china and wine server; 48-inch gathering table expands to 66 inches with butterfly leaf.
The Verona home office group is a nine-piece modular group in solid birch and American cherry veneer with a rustic, Italian finish. Pieces include an "X-Back" office chair with cushion seat and plenty of storage space and matching library bookcase. Ball bearing full extension drawer slides and hidden drawers.
IntermountainWMC B-1101
The company is strengthening its rustic Wind River collection with 11 new pieces this market, including fabric and leather combinations. In its American Landmark collection, Intermountain is adding seven new groups in casual and transitional styling, with price points from $599 to $999 in fabric, and $899 to $1,999 in fabric-leather. New pieces include a sofa and a chair-and-a-half in Tuscany styling with leather trim, $1,999; a chair in an upscale rustic style with Adesal's truck tarp- style cover, $999; a rustic sofa and chair in Quaker's Fung Shui and Peachtree's Wilder Style with hickory wood trim, $999; a casual-style movable sofa chaise in Gumtree's Hocus Pocus cover, $899; and a transitional sofa in Richloom's Elouise with large scale bun legs, $999.
Marketing programs: Offering a simplified special-order program.
International BeddingWMC B946
Introducing a line of officially licensed NFL mattress sets and headboards. Retails start at $399. The headboard selection includes all 32 NFL teams. Company also has a headboard program featuring 18 NBA teams.
Jaipur RugsWP 22620
Blue features small geometrics and bold curves in organic shades. Hand tufted in India. $429.
Poeme is a transitional collection that interprets classical Oriental Rug motifs in contemporary and transitional designs. Hand tufted of hand-spun New Zealand wool. $429.
JauntyWMC B-0566
The Metro rug collection is hand tufted of wool pile with mercerized cotton faux silk highlights. Loop pile. Made in India. $399.
The Ultimo collection is hand loomed of hard-twist wool yarns. Made in India. $399.
The Expressions rug collection features multi-textured wool pile. Hand tufted in India. $449.
The Estates collection is a multi-textured, hand-tufted construction with hand carving. Made in India. $399.
JofranWMC B-965
No. 686, five-piece casual dining set with cane back chairs and counter height scaling and storage base. $799.
No. 158, five-piece casual dining set in counter height with storage and glass top. $699.
No. 217, five-piece casual dining set in contemporary styling in black and brown. $599.
No. 432, seven-piece casual dining set in oak veneer. $799.
No. 332, five-piece casual dining, with pecan veneers in a casual country style. $699.
No. 721, occasional table in casual country style. Oak veneer on South Asian hardwood.
Strategy: Expanding storage pedestal assortment to include glass tops and cane backs. Further expansion of quick-ship warehouses in Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam.
Kane CarpetWP 21014
Central Park is Wilton-woven of Eurolon polypropylene fiber and features shrunk-yarn system that creates the effect of silk highlights. Made in Turkey. $349.
The Legacy collection is Wilton-woven in Turkey of Eurolon polypropylene. Traditional and transitional designs. $299.
The proprietary Eurolon yarn system is a heat-set polypropylene that resists staining and has anti-static, anti-microbial, hypoallergenic and non shedding properties.
KASWP 20104
Capri collection is hand-tufted in India of hard-twist wool with a luster-washed finish. $499.
Isabella is a new machine-made collection of transitional styles. Made of New Zealand wool with hand finishing. Made in China. $399.
The Legacy collection is machine-made of a blend of space-dyed polyester/acrylic. Hand-carving. Made in China. $299.
Kathy Ireland Home by MartinWMC A-1025
In entertainment:
Introducing two consoles, Asbury at $499 (without hutch) and Mount View at $999.
Also, unveiling the patent-pending Easy Wire Access System, which allows components to be connected to the TV through a hinged door on the rear of the unit that can be opened while the TV is on the stand.
In home office:
The Copley collection features a combination of black painted finish with light rub-through detailing and rich butterfly pattern and cherry veneer tops. Copper-finish hardware and geometric pattern fluting on desk legs for a classic look.
Espacio features a traditional coffee-colored finish with heavy distressing, plank detailing on desk tops as well as rustic metal hardware and strapping on angled corners.
Union Square features clean lines with reverse-box-matched cherry veneer pattern, brushed nickel hardware and leg tipping.
The Voltaire collection is reminiscent of the traditional Louis Philippe style with cabriolet legs, radius corners and a medium cherry finish with walnut inlay bands on unit tops.
Convertible laptop workstations that are fully functional and concealable. The top fold up and the face folds down to expose a laptop workspace complete with storage for a small printer, a power center, adjustable shelves and removable drawers.
Tribeca Loft features a midnight smoke painted finish with hand-rubbed edges to reveal wood tones and cast iron hardware. $599.
Mount View features richly grained hardwood solids with cherry veneers and book-matched panels complemented by unique graphite-colored hardware. $599.
Union Square desk is part of the Union Square collection in the Essentials for Small Living Spaces program. Features clean lines with reverse-box matched cherry veneer pattern, brushed nickel hardware and leg tipping. $599.
Charlotte desk comes in a transitional style constructed with hardwood solids and medium cherry veneers. $599.
For commercial customers, Tribeca Loft Cherry L-Shaped and U-shaped desks in a burnt umber cherry finish on hardwood solids with cast-iron hardware. L-shaped desk features utility drawers, convertible keyboard/pencil drawer and CPU storage space. U-shaped desk features desk top workspace and power center, CPU storage and convertible keyboard/pencil and utility drawer. L-shape, $1,399. U-shape, $2,199 or $1,899 without hutch.
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