School lockers are more than just storage spaces. They are a crucial element in creating neat, organized, and comfortable classrooms. Modern designs must consider function, aesthetics, and space efficiency. They prioritize space efficiency, ease of…
Patio Furniture Extend Your Living Quarters
by Bob Benson Your living quarters don’t have to stop within the perimeters of the traditional rooms like the kitchen, living room and bedroom. Pull your living quarters farther out by dressing up your patio.…
Woodworking was a pastime; now it's his passion
MARY CANROBERT First I looked at the wide mahogany chest that John Richards of Burke County is building for my home. Then I glanced around at Richards' 1,600-square-foot woodworking shop, equipped with every kind of…
La-Z-Boy board member dies
Helen O. Petrauskas had been a director since 2000 MONROE, Mich. — Helen O. Petrauskas, a member of the La-Z-Boy board of directors, has died at age 61. She joined the board in 2000 and…
Simmons targets young, hip women with shopping guide
David Perry -- Furniture Today Aimed at women age 23 to 35 ATLANTA -- Simmons is engaging in some girl talk to reach young female bedding shoppers. A brochure called “A girl’s guide to mattress shopping 
La-Z-Boy Board Member Petrauskas Passes Away
By: Furniture World Magazine  La-Z-Boy Incorporated announced that Helen O. Petrauskas, a member of the company's Board, passed away late Wednesday evening. She was 61 years old. Petrauskas joined La-Z-Boy's Board of Directors in…
ASID to honor Barbara Barry, others at conference
Will receive award on March 17 WASHINGTON -- Barbara Barry, who has created signature collections for a number of brands, including furniture by Henredon and Baker, has been named the Designer of Distinction for 2012…
ISPA Elects New Board Chair and Trustees
By: Furniture World Magazine The Chair and six new trustees have been elected by the membership of the International Sleep Products Association (ISPA) to serve on its Board of Trustees. Kerry Tramel, president of Lady…
MMPI lists premarket exhibitors
-- Furniture Today, 30 committed to showing so far HIGH POINT — Merchandise Mart Properties Inc. has released a preliminary list of 30 exhibitors that will show in MMPI-managed buildings here during premarket, March 27-29.…