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Jan 2015—Publisher Kemp Harr interviews Don Maier, discussing his background, his Lean transformation of Armstrong, the power of the Armstrong brand, sustainability, key influencers, manufacturing changes and long-term sustainability objectives.
Designer Forum, Jan 2015—Lisa Strzelecki, owner of L.S. Associates, describes her firm's renovation of a space in the main library of the University of Georgia, and how Tandus Centiva carpet helped define and elevate the space.
Jan 2015—Features editor Jessica Chevalier profiles Grigsby's Carpet, Tile and Rug Gallery, which does business through its 20,000 square foot showroom in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Grigsby's serves the commercial, builder and residential remodel markets.
Jan 2014—Contributing editor Sam Allman makes a case for finding ways to create meaningful bonds with potential customers, and discusses how this translates to a better bottom line.
Design Ovations, Jan 2014—Erline M. Altamira, a project designer at Wilson Associates, describes her current favorite flooring, including Axminsters, carpet tile from producers like Interface, and natural stone looks from firms like Emser.
Floor Focus' editorial staff analyzes the results of the biennial Facility Managers Survey, covering topics from top problems, hot products, trends in business and changes in the workplace to favorite carpet and hard surface manufacturers.
Dec 2014—Senior editor Calista Sprague reports on developments in the area rug business, including a look at both heirloom and modern rugs, a discussion abut shifts in fiber use, and an analysis of the shifts in retail channels in recent years.
Dec 2014—Senior editor Calista Sprague reviews the LeadingAge expo, held in October in Nashville, Tennessee. The article includes highlights from flooring producers, including Forbo, Earthwerks, Interface, Mohawk, Tandus Centiva, Shaw Contract and more.
Dec 2014—Features editor Jessica Chevalier reports on the Fall 2014 High Point Rug Market, including market trends, a report on High Point itself, and a review of new products from Oriental Weavers, Nourison, Dalyn, Karastan, Orian and many more.
Dec 2014—Jim Gunckel of California's Residential Design Services, Mike Benjamin of Indiana's Kermans Flooring and Steve Wilson of East Cost based Coleman Floor Company discuss the market on a panel hosted by Jay Smith, president of FEI Group.