Area Rug Industry legend John Feizy, 83, founder of Feizy Rugs has died on July 13, 2025. From building his company into one of the leading suppliers of handmade and machine-made rugs to decades of humanitarian efforts around the globe, John Feizy has left his mark on the rug world.

From 40 products, Atlanta Market participants have selected four “People’s Choice” winners in the summer 2025 Market Snapshot program: Things Could Be Worse Collection by Calamityware; Blue Bird Ottoman by LR Home; Regina Bowls by Napa Home & Garden; and Ocean Master Cupola by Tuuci. Winners were chosen from eight curated themes: Fun with Fruit; Tactile Appeal; Bright Outlook; Bookish Fun; Back to Nature; Kidulting; Birds of a Feather; and Summertime Fun. 

ATLANTA, GA – July 8, 2025 – “People’s Choice” voting is open now through July 14 for the summer 2025 edition of Market Snapshot, a showcase of new and innovative products from AmericasMart’s gift and home exhibitors. Buyers are invited to select favorites via online voting at AtlantaMarket.com/MarketSnapshot, with winners to be announced on the opening day of Atlanta Market, July 15-21, 2025, at AmericasMart Atlanta.

 “These finalists showcase the incredible breadth of product and design across the new and next in the gift and home industries at Atlanta Market,” said Scott Eckman, ANDMORE® president. “Market Snapshot offers buyers an early look at standout resources across AmericasMart, and each product a glimpse into the style, creativity and discovery that defines the Market experience.” 

The summer 2025 edition of the Atlanta Market Magazine is now available in print and online, delivering an early look at the expansive resources and standout programming ahead at Atlanta Market, July 15-21, 2025, and Casual Market Atlanta, July 15-17, at AmericasMart Atlanta. Spanning more than 250 pages, the semi-annual publication features trend forecasts for strategic sourcing and engaging editorial content to inspire buyers before, during and after Market.

Concord Imports, a leading sales agency representing premier carpet and rug manufacturers since 1980, and Service Buddy, the modern operating system for flooring businesses, have joined forces to offer flooring retailers a powerful blend of premium product access and modern technology—designed to simplify operations and drive growth.

The International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF), North America's premier contemporary design fair, brought human-centered, multi-sensory, and multicultural design to New York City, creating a destination that highlighted discovery, craftsmanship, and a strong sense of community. The event not only celebrated design excellence but also set itself apart in NYC as a key marketplace for innovation, trendsetting, and commercial opportunity—connecting brands, designers, and industry leaders to drive business growth and global visibility.

 Gift for Life, the gift and home industries’ longest-running, volunteer-led charitable organization, today announced that its 12 GFL/NY NOW team members collectively have raised $42,357 for AIDS Walk NY, which took place on Sunday, May 18, in New York City’s Central Park. Additional donations will be accepted through June 13 at Gift for Life/NY NOW team AIDS Walk New York 

This spring, North America’s leading platform for global design, International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF), returns to the Javits Center, May 18-20, 2025. With original programming, new features, and interactive experiences, the fair is more than a simple product showcase and promises to be the most captivating and unmissable yet.