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Retail outlook: Remodeling still the sweet spot

Floor Covering News

The Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity (LIRA), released by the Remodeling Futures Program at the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University, projects a healthy pace of mid-single-digit gains in annual home renovation and repair spending this year, with 4.8% Rose Carpets & Flooring, with three Massachusetts locations.

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The Most Searched for Furniture Item in Each State

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

A hutch is a classic piece that will never go out of style in your kitchen or dining space. They’re great for finishing off a kitchen island. Key takeaways from the study. Based on these results, we can gather a few key insights from the study. The TV stand is a staple element of any modern living space.

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How Successful Interior Designers Got Their Start — and How You Can, Too

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Some specializations include: green living (working with eco-friendly materials) hospitality (hotels) corporate and business spaces home interiors health care (hospitals and medical facilities) sets (movie, TV and commercial interiors) Further specialization is possible, such as home kitchen design or Asian eco-friendly corporate interiors.