Dwell on Design Announces Sir David Adjaye as Event Speaker
Los Angeles, CA, February 17, 2017—Dwell on Design returns to the Los Angeles Convention Center June 23 to 25 and is excited to announce the first wave of new programming.
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Crossville's Distribution Division Launches New Name & Branding
Crossville, TN, February 16, 2017—Crossville Tile & Stone, the distribution division of Crossville Inc., announced that it has changed its name to Crossville Studios and is unveiling a refreshed brand identity that reflects its growth and transformation, while celebrating the history and heritage of the Crossville legacy.
MSI Expands Bay Area Showroom & Distribution Center
Orange, CA, February 16, 2017—M S International (MSI) recently updated and expanded its Bay Area Showroom and Distribution Center.
Aquafil USA Moving to 100% Renewable Energy
Cartersville, GA, February 16, 2017 – Aquafil USA is moving its extrusion operation to 100% renewable energy.
Housing Starts Fell 2.6% from Dec. to Jan., But Rose 10.5% YOY
Washington, DC, February 16, 2017—Privately-owned housing starts in January were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1,246,000, the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development jointly announced.
CRI Launches New Components of Carpet Installation Standards
Dalton, GA, February 16, 2017—The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) recently launched instructional videos and a Spanish translation component to support its 104/105 installation standards for commercial and residential carpet.
Nemo Pushing Into New England Market with Steven Wallace Hire
New York, NY, February 16, 2017—Following the opening of its new showroom in Red Bank, New Jersey, Nemo Tile & Stone is pleased to announce that the company is continuing its push into new markets—now, into New England.
Fletco Carpets USA Partners with The Vure Group
Los Angeles, CA, February 16, 2017—Fletco Carpets USA is partnering with The Vure Group of Houston, Texas to continue its expansion in the U.S. Fletco Carpets.
VP of Marketing Mike Zoellner Retiring from Mohawk after 40 Years
Calhoun, GA, February 15, 2017—As Mohawk’s vice president of marketing services Mike Zoellner celebrates his 40th anniversary with the company, he announces his retirement from Mohawk Industries, ending a successful 40-year career in the flooring industry.
Consumer Prices Rose 0.6% in January, Largest Gain in Four Years
Washington, DC, February 15, 2017—The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.6% in January on a seasonally adjusted basis, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has reported.