HIGH POINT, N.C., Oct. 6, 2025 – High Point Market Authority (HPMA) names this season’s interior design influencers who will take over its official Instagram page, @highpointmarket, Oct. 25-29.

The Instagram page will highlight diverse perspectives from the world’s largest home furnishings trade show, showcasing Fall Market exhibitor showroom visits, product reviews, educational programming and social events.

The first international expansion for ANDMORE & Shoppe Object bridges cultural community and curatorial prowess between North America and Europe 

Paris, October 2025 – Bringing together two major industry players, ANDMORE, the largest owner and operator of premium tradeshow and showroom space in the U.S., along with The WSN Group, leading force in European tradeshows and a subsidiary of The Comexposium Group, announces the signing of an exclusive agreement extending Shoppe Object’s reach by expanding the leading home and gift show’s global footprint and curatorial expression with the premier of Shoppe Object Paris. 

Fort Worth, TX — Sept. 2, 2025 — Lavin Rugs, a supplier of premium rugs, is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Castell as its new Director of Sales. With more than two decades of experience in the flooring and home décor industry, Castell brings a unique combination of leadership, market expertise, and operational insight that will help drive Lavin Rugs’ growth and strengthen its partnerships with retailers nationwide.

New York, NY – September 29, 2025 – LSI Flooring, a fourth-generation specialist in carpet and rug cushioning, today announces the formal launch of its newly rebranded Unsquashable™ Padding Collection, a refreshed website presence, and next-generation cushion products aimed at high-growth segments.

Toronto, ON / New York, NY, September 25, 2025 – Creative Matters, the renowned rug design house, has unveiled its latest collection, Loominary, at Cover Connect New York (September 13 - 15). The collection offers abstract compositions in warm earth tones, softened browns and neutrals of stone and cedar. The 10 designs are available in 13 colourways, and are designed to be customized in size, colour or shape.

DALLAS – September 17, 2025 – Dallas Market Center and ART, the creative home furnishings network, have announced that the late John Feizy, Founder and CEO of Feizy Rugs, will receive the Academy of Achievement honor at the 36th ARTS Awards taking place at the Hilton Anatole Hotel in Dallas on Friday, January 9, 2026. The ARTS Awards, presented annually during the Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, celebrates preeminent manufacturers, retailers, interior designers, product designers, and sales representatives.

HIGH POINT, N.C., September 8, 2025 – The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) announces its lineup for Fall Market programming and events at the trade show organizer’s signature pop-up venue, The Point, open daily Fri., Oct. 24 through Tue., Oct. 28.

A popular destination for Market guests, The Point provides free educational and networking opportunities for registered High Point Market attendees. Events include:

Fast-track entry for COVER Connect New York closes on September 10, 2025. The fifth edition of the annual trade show for high-end rugs and carpets, curated and hosted by COVER magazine, hosts forty-five dynamic brands including nine newcomers for 2025. Visitor registration will remain open after Wednesday September 10, but anyone who registers after this date will not be pre-vetted, so will not benefit from fast-track entry and will be asked to provide credentials at reception upon arrival at the venue. 

Harounian Rugs International (HRI) has been a trusted name in fine hand-knotted rugs for over 60 years, sourcing exceptional pieces from the world’s most esteemed rug producing regions. Our Manhattan showroom has long been a destination for timeless design and enduring quality. This season, we are proud to unveil our newest collections, including premium machine-made rugs, designed to meet the evolving needs of today’s interiors. From exclusive designs and custom sizing to fresh color palettes and heritage craftsmanship, HRI continues to lead the industry in innovation and elegance.