the 21st edition of the FDA
"Over the years, we have received many creative and unique entries from a wide spectrum of designers of various ages and nationalities," says Mr Simon Ong, Chairman of Design Development, SFIC. "The Furniture Design Award has served as a platform to propel designers in their careers as well as maintain the dynamism and vibrancy of the…
the Support for Independent Retail campaign in 2011
Clare adds: “Anything that boosts positivity and increases camaraderie within a community of traders is enough to keep them going. Some of the ideas that retailers have come up with this year are brilliant – everything from live music in-house to exclusive discounts during July. ekonglong modern office cubicle
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The key to both survival and success is to encourage local people to shop locally
Thousands of independent retailers across the UK are expected to participate in this year’s activities. Retailers interested in taking part can stay up to date with all the activities by following @IndieRetailUK on Twitter, by visiting the Facebook page or by subscribing to
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One week until Independent Retailer Month 2013
In addition to the free tools, the campaign team is also aiming to share every independent retailer month event, giving savvy shoppers the lowdown on what they can look forward to in their town or village.
Clare adds: “Anything that boosts positivity and increases camaraderie within a community of traders is enough to keep them going.…
Phil Reynolds, COO at FIRA
Phil Reynolds, COO at FIRA, says: “We were really happy to welcome our friends from the Philippines. The flammability training they received covered all aspects of testing, including cigarette and crib tests for all types of different products from seating to foam mattresses for the domestic and contract markets. We look forward to working …
Retail profits down, says Plimsoll
A Plimsoll study into the profitability of the UK's largest furniture retailers has revealed a widening gap between firms making outstanding profits and those losing money. ekonglong modern sofa set
The latest Plimsoll Analysis found average profit margins have fallen to 4% of sales, and 479 of the UK's top 991 furniture retailers are now running at …
Online home furnishings guide is created to benefit local suppliers
Interior Katalogue is the brainchild of Denmead resident, Katherine West, who holds an honours degree from the University of the West of England. She, like most first-time home buyers was unable to find those sought after vintage, retro, shabby chic, contemporary and personalised home furnishing products on one site a…
How can retailers increase sales and profitability?
As ever, the consumer is king. Any retailer or designer who can’t respond to what the consumer wants, or influence what they want through clever marketing, will struggle. That’s never changed. ekonglong elegent sofa
The British furniture industry has a great opportunity to increase margins by focusi…
How did you get into the trade?
I was a computer systems analyst, joined Parker Knoll in 1977 as computer manager, and within a few months had moved to be production planning manager in the Wycombe factory. I then did a variety of roles and ran Nathan Furniture, part of the Parker Knoll Group, from 1985 to 1992, and joined the plc board.
I had a wonderful group …
Friday five – Charles Vernon, the Furniture Makers
Each Friday, Furniture News puts five questions to a selected industry professional to explore their background and approach to business. Today, it's the turn of Charles Vernon, Master of the Furniture Makers, and MD of Gloster …
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New furniture technicians for central Scotland
Two new furniture technicians have been appointed to cover Central Scotland. Furniture care and repair specialist FIRA Service Technicians has recruited the technicians to cover demand for the service.
Kevin Oaten and William Tomaszewski, who both live in Falkirk, will each operate in the region to provide a service to customers i…
Traders and local authorities must work together, says FSB
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) says half of independent retailers think their town centre is performing ‘poorly' and is backing calls for closer ties between small firms and local authorities, to boost spending on the high street. ekonglong leather sofa set
The FSB is calling for local decision-make…
