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Focuses on the International Furniture & Accessories Marketplace in Las Vegas, Nevada. Date and location of the event; Products displayed by the exhibitors; Participation of retailers from the contract furnishings business.

The article describes furniture and house furnishings that will be exhibited at the Las Vegas Market in Nevada, including Abbyson's rugs and case goods, Amisco Industries' bedroom furniture, Aspenhome's home office and entertainment goods, U.S. Furniture's solid wood products and Arin International's seating.

The article reports on the opening of the third showroom building at the World Market Center (WMC) in Las Vegas, Nevada. It states that the newly-opened showroom hosts several high-end novel exhibitors and adds that this new development broadens the appeal of the furniture industry as it gives varied opportunities for retailers to meet all their product needs.

The article reports that rock legend Rod Stewart will grace the opening of the World Market Center (WMC) Building on July 28, 2008 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Stewart will do a free concert which will take place on the Grand Plaza. According to WMC president and chief executive officer (CEO) Bob Maricich, Stewart was chosen to perform because he is the kind of world-class entertainment that is coherent with the quality level of WMC.

The article offers information on new leather upholstery products exhibited at the World Market Center's Building in Las Vegas, Nevada. Kathy Ireland Home company is launching conversational sofas, accent chairs, and home theater seating, among others. Stylution International Corp. is displaying about 30 leather, fabric and leather/fabric collage frames. Craftmaster Furniture company is showing Chinese-made collection of married groups, including sofas, loveseat, chair and ottoman.

The article reports on the attitude of retailers towards the second home furnishings market, the World Market Center, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Retailers visit the event with a mixed consideration on business conditions and shopping strategies. They will be searching for fresh items, emphasizing on case goods, home accents, bedding, and occasional furniture. For other retailers, service will be a bigger issue.

The article reports on the launch of R.C. Willey Home Furnishings Inc.'s (RWHF) retail store in Reno, Nevada. The November 2005 opening attracted several holiday shoppers. RWHF promoted its new location with newspaper and television advertisements and billboards. In addition, the company provided a variety of weekly prize drawings such as free furniture.

Highlights the results of a study on the economic impact of the World Market Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Estimated number of visitors each year staring in 2004; Predicted number of additional jobs to be created; Expected additional personal income.

The article reports on the discounted hotel rates for the Las Vegas Market trade show attendees on September 2009 in Nevada. It notes that the new rates start at 29 dollars and numerous hotels have rates under 100 dollars per night. Moreover, some hotels have a July 31, 2009 registration deadline, and reservations may be booked through the Market's Web site. In addition, a list of participating hotels and rates are also provided.

The article reports that Aspenhome had launched a fabric upholstery program during the Las Vegas Market in Las Vegas, Nevada. It states that the program takes styles from the furniture company's popular leather collection and sells them at lower costs. According to David Blum, it is intended for customers who would like to have leather but can only afford fabric. Information on the components of the new fabric upholstery and the retail pricing are also provided.

The article reports that Norwalk Custom Furniture experienced good sales and positive order on its first selling reception in Las Vegas, Nevada. It cites that Norwalk Custom Furniture is the former Norwalk Furniture which closed in 2008. Information on the approach made by the company, its upholstery product lines, as well as statement from president Dan White are also offered.

The article reports that there has been an increase in buyer turnout and orders for upholstery products in Las Vegas in February 2009. According to Flexsteel's vice president of sales Lee Fautsch, such situation was contrary to what they have expected. Views from executives of other companies including Eddie Schrode of Hiatt, Bob Eller of Shadow Mountain, Robert You of Focus One Home, and Norm Solomon of Carol Designs are also offered.

The article reports on the launch of new upholstery products at the Las Vegas furniture market in Nevada. The upholstery launched ranged from Donald Trump's new collection for Lexington to the Museum of New Mexico collection for King Hickory. The idea behind most of the new groups was to give retailers something to freshen up their show floors.

The article reports that motion upholstery companies were able to draw their share of business at the Las Vegas furniture market in Nevada "despite a weak economy and a strong upholstery producers." Majority of new product introductions were well accepted by customers. Some of the products launched at the fair are described.

The article reports that upholstery manufacturers have discussed a void in domestic fabrics with the demise of suppliers Joan/Mastercraft and Quaker, at the Las Vegas Market event in Nevada. The demise of these suppliers have forced upholstery manufacturers and retailers to develop contingency plans as part of an industry-wide effort to find replacement sources. The author notes that some manufacturers would prefer to work with domestic sources.

The article reports that bedding manufacturers showcased revamped specialty bedding offerings with consumer-friendly features and prices at the Las Vegas Market in Nevada. According to the manufacturers, retailers plan to use the offerings to boost business in the key sales months. Sealy introduced its PostureCore, an orthopedically correct support system used throughout its TrueForm visco line.

The article looks at the performance of bedding manufactures at the Las Vegas Market in Nevada. Bedding manufacturers were satisfied with their performance, claiming that the traffic was steady and retail response to product introductions was strong. Several popular products at the show include those with green features, medium-priced bed designs and special beds with features such as magnets and gel foam.

The article focuses on the creation of AVB/Brand Source's new division within its furniture dealer ranks known as BrandSource Furniture Advantage. It aims to merchandise the circular advertising program of the retailers for the next six to 12 months. It has more than 50 retailers who have committed to a group buy at the Las Vegas Market in Nevada. Its six product categories include bedroom, fabric upholstery leather, motion, casual dining and entertainment.

The article reports that bedding retailer Mattress Firm of Houston has signed a letter of intent to acquire Vegas-based mattress retailer Bedtime Mattress Co. The article also informs that with the acquisition, Mattress Firm will become the largest mattress retailer in Las Vegas and the number of company's stores will expand to nearly 370 in 20 states.

The author reflects on the furniture industry's sustaining interest despite poor market conditions. He observes that the activity at Las Vegas Market held at the World Market Center confirms the industry was still full of enthusiasm and was unlikely to despair. The author believes everything there helped stimulate the industry's belief in itself at a crucial time and expresses the hope that the industry continues to remain active.

The article highlights the furniture exhibition held on January 28, 2007 at the Plaza Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. The five exhibitors, which planned to participate at the Las Vegas Furniture Show at the Sands Expo and Convention Center, were Albany Upholstery company, Robert Michael Ltd., Cambridge of California company, Wickline Bedding company, and Meadowbrook Inc. They are exhibiting in about 20,000 square feet in the hotel's ballroom.

The article reports that bedding producer United Sleep Products is showcasing its new lines of bedding products at an invitation-only event to be held at the Pure Nightclub at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada on July 24, 2006. United Sleep is using its club showing to introduce two lines, Nature's Dreams premium bedding retailing from $999 to $4,999, and a promotional line called The Private Collection at retails from $199 to $1,999, both in queen size.

The article reports on the high-end home office category product introduction show in Las Vegas, Nevada. It is said that the market trend for home and office product is strengthening due to the show on the coming summer. Meanwhile, Winners Only will be one of the participants of the show. According to its CEO Sheue-Wen Lee, the company is entering for the category for the first time and will have three new finishes for the category that includes walnut, birds-eye and a black-and-cherry tone.

The article relates the author's perspectives on the great opportunities of the bedding makers to do business with retailers and buyers during the Las Vegas Furniture Show held at the World Market Center in Las Vegas, Nevada in February 2006. Evidenced by the numerous orders got by bedding makers from retailers and buyers, the show was really favorable to the bedding makers.

The article reports that upholstery producer PeopLoungers Inc. is set to unveil its first-ever quickship program at the Las Vegas market. According to Jennifer Springer, vice president of design of PL, the program includes motion sofas retailing recliners and sectionals. It also includes price offerings for the sofas and sectionals.

The article reports that the Surfaces 2006 floor covering show was held at the Sands Expo & Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada from January 31-February 3, 2006. The organizers of the shows expects 1, 000 exhibitors and 42, 000 attendees. Area rugs products is one of the featured products of the show.

The article reports that the Las Vegas Furniture Show has relocated to the Rio Pavilions after its debut at the Sands Expo & Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. The show was held from January 29-February 2, 2006. Three new exhibitors have signed up for the show which includes New Generations company, Meadowbrook Inc. and La-Z-Boy Inc. The show will offer free shuttle service to buyers and exhibitors.

The article reports that MGM Transport company will have a booth at the Las Vegas market to provide information on its home furnishing transportation and logistics services. The representatives of the company will be at the market for the entire week to discuss topics such as distribution management for import programs, warehousing, light assembly and home delivery.

Provides information about the September 2005 ABC Kids Expo hosted by All Baby & Child Inc. in Las Vegas, Nevada. Contributions of "Kids Today" periodical to the success of the exhibition; Benefits of the event for the furniture market; Objective of the event.

Focuses on a proposal to hold a furniture market in Las Vegas, Nevada. Alleged plan by Las Vegas manufacturers to take their market out of existing markets; Furniture industry leaders' efforts to solicit political backing for taxes to support market improvements.