Wayfair has launched Day of Delivery Tracking, a new feature that allows consumers to track the delivery of their furniture.
In a move to boost the service component of its business, the Ikea Group has signed a conditional agreement to acquire TaskRabbit, a company that provides consumers with independent contractors for everyday needs.
Second quarter net sales at Pier 1 Imports were up slightly as the company’s e-commerce sales continued to grow as a percentage of total sales.
Michaels plans to hire more than 15,000 seasonal employees across its U.S. and Canadian stores and distribution centers this holiday season.
Wayfair has appointed Keith DuFresne as head of product design.
Alessi is opening its new corporate offices and showroom at Forty One Madison. The company is making a soft debut at next month’s fall New York Tabletop Market, to be held October 17 to 20.
The Home Improvement eRetailer Summit, postponed last week because of Hurricane Irma, has been rescheduled for November 29 through December 1 at the Rosen Shingle Creek resort in Orlando, FL.
Lowe’s is launching two mobile apps using Apple’s new ARKit capabilities, Measured by Lowe’s and Envisioned by The Mine, to provide augmented reality designing options for consumers.
Hayneedle.com is collaborating with This Old House for the third annual Idea House, which this year is The Beach House at East Matunuck.
Ikea, continuing to increase its U.S. retail presence, has submitted plans to the city of Glendale, Arizona, for its second store location in the state.
The High Point Market Authority is preparing its keynote series for the fall market, which will be held October 14 to 18.
Michaels reported an uptick in its net sales and comparable store sales during its second quarter.
Lamps Plus will open its first store in Austin, TX, on September 29, which will bring the company’s store count to 39 across the U.S.
Overstock.com has added augmented reality to its iOS shopping app to help consumers purchase products for their homes.
Domino, a home decorating media brand, has inked a licensing deal with Lenox Corporation to collaborate on designing and marketing a Domino-branded tabletop collection. The line will be available at select retailers in 2018.
Target is positioning the marketing support for the launch of its Project 62 furnishings line.
PBteen has teamed up with Warner Bros. Consumer Products to introduce an exclusive licensed home décor collection inspired by the world of Harry Potter.
Target Corp. has formed an exclusive partnership with Magnolia, a home and lifestyle brand founded by HGTV hosts Chip and Joanna Gaines, which will include home and lifestyle merchandise.
Newell Brands has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Chesapeake Bay Candle from its founders for a purchase price of approximately $75 million.
Wayfair has launched a new online retail destination for luxury home furnishings and décor, Perigold.