VISION Industry e-Newsletter: January

NEWSROOM

Annual State of the Window Covering Industry

Those who are willing to pivot will thrive in 2023.?Read more >>

IWCE 2023: A Sneak Peak Into What You Can Find at the Expo

From new products to new exhibitors, here’s a sneak peek of what you can expect to see live on the show floor.?Read more >>

Rainier Industries Acquires Eclipse Shading Systems

“This acquisition will strengthen the reach of our shade products to create a leading, next-generation solution for the marketplace,” said Rainier CEO Chris Inverso.?Read more >>

Pantone Introduces Color of the Year 2023

A nuanced crimson red tone that presents a balance between warm and cool, PANTONE 18-1750 Viva Magenta.?Read more >>

Hunter Douglas Receives Energy Performance Ratings For Interior Window Shades

The incentive, created under the Inflation Reduction Act, offers homeowners a federal tax credit of up to $1,200 on eligible shades purchased in 2023.?Read more >>

2022 Product Award Submissions Are Now Open

The WCMA Product Awards program is open to all manufacturers and suppliers of window covering products in the United States and Canada?2022?is now open until January 31, 2023.?Read more >>

Eve MotionBlinds is named “CES 2023 Innovation Award Honoree

The pioneering smart window covering brand from Dutch company Coulisse will celebrate with new Matter firmware updates in Q1 this year to make Eve MotionBlinds the first smart blinds motors on the market to use Matter-over-Thread.?Read more >>

NKBA Announces Finalists for KBIS’ Best of Kitchen & Bath Show Awards

The winners will be announced on Feb. 1, during the show on the KBIS Next Stage, and given in the categories of Kitchen, Bath, Connected Home Technology, Impact Award – Judges Choice, and Best of Show.?Read more >>

BUSINESS INSIGHT

Lessons in Leadership:?Ralph AngelOwner and President of Angel’s Distributing

After 45 years, the company is still flourishing as the only drapery lining distributor in the United States.?Read more >>

Why the Selection Behind the Color of the Year is Important to Retailers

There is more to learn from the COTY selections than which colors will appear in showrooms, runways, and stores.?Read more >>

A System for Chasing Post-Installation Issues

Jill Ballew joins Window Treatments for Profit with LuAnn Nigara to share just one area of her system for what she does when there is a problem in a project.?Listen now?>>

Why are Commercial Building Projects Demanding Window Coverings with ANTIMICROBIAL Treatments??

It's become more important than ever to ensure our living and work spaces are clean, sanitized, and germ-free.?Read more>>

The Square Cassette 110 creates a sleek and contemporary look for a finished shade.

The easy-to-install system is compatible with Skyline and S45 systems, using our current LX brackets from 1.5” to 2” tube sizes. The Square Cassette 110 system is available in five different colors with an elegant square finish.

Match the Square Cassette 110 to the shade by customizing the cassette using the fabric wrap option. Add the optional fabric brush to further reduce the additional light gap.

TRENDS & INSPIRE

Meet Interior Designer David Santiago

Interior designer David Santiago is passionate about his work, particularly window treatments. After all, that is where he got his start.?Read more>>

These 9 Color Trends Will Be Big in 2023

High Point Market and the Interwoven Show are great indicators of the themes, trends, and colors prevalent in the industry this year.?Read more>>

2 Shows Alert Industry to Upcoming Trends

From warm neutrals to elemental inspiration, industry experts expect these color trends to explode.?Read more>>

10 Design Trends that Defined 2022

Maison&Objet and Paris Déco Off is back in the full swing of market season at High Point and Salone.?Read more>>

Top 7 Window Treatment Trends in 2023

From minimalist designs to elegant textures, there is a trend for everyone.?Read more>>

SPONSOR

Help us help the industry! Please take a moment to participate. Together with our friends at BOND Bridge, we invite you to join the Annual Smart Shades Survey. Your feedback is SUPER valuable for shaping the direction of the smart shade industry. All it takes is a few moments. Thank you for taking a few minutes to give us your thoughtful input! Take Smart Shades Survey.

JOB BOARD: NOW HIRING

Marketing Coordinator, Rollease Acmeda, Stamford, CT?View job >>

Fabric Specification Manager, Mermet USA, Cowpens, SC?View job >>

Design Consultant, WizeHire, Raleigh, NC?View job >>

Accounts Payable Specialist, Hunter Douglas?Inc., Broomfield, NC?View job >>

Project Manager - Motorization,?Rollease Acmeda, Stamford, CT?View job >>

Field Training Manager, 3 Day Blinds, Naples, FL?View job >>

Process Controls Engineer, Phifer, Tuscaloosa, AL?View job >>

SPONSOR

Early Bird Registration for the World's Greatest Window Covering Expo is Now Open!?

The International Window Coverings Expo?will take place April 20-21, 2023, for the Exhibit Hall and seminars, with a full day of education on April 19 at the Charlotte Convention Center. Save when you register early online until 1/6/2023. The Exhibit Hall is only open on April 20-21, 2023, from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Register for IWCE 2023 & Save!

EDUCATION

How the State of the Industry Pertains to Motorized Window Coverings. Read more>>

What Can Installers Expect After New Cord Safety Standards? Read more>>

Make a Deal by Making Friends. Read more>>

Motorization Mindset Shift for the Workroom. Read more>>

SPONSOR

Orion’s Clear Vue Collection is Growing!

Orion is excited to announce new accessory additions to our popular acrylic collection, Clear Vue. The collection continues to answer today’s consumer’s desire for statement-making decorative drapery hardware. The centerpiece of our new additions is the award-winning?French Pole set. Available in hollow or solid 1 - 3/8” or 2 - 1/8” acrylic poles with metal mitered elbows in 2 finishes. It’s the perfect finishing touch to your custom window treatments. The collection is in stock and ships in 7 business days!

Orion knows that drapery hardware isn’t just about making a statement; it has to be functional and offer solutions for every window. Because we believe draperies are on the move, we now offer metal passing brackets, C rings, metal end caps, and double brackets for both pole sizes in Chrome or Satin Brass. The new accessories are acrylic moveable elbows for those bays, bows, and corners. All items are available in both 1 3/8” and 2 1/8” sizes and chrome (CHR) and satin brass (SBB) finishes.?Think of the possibilities! Download the Clear Vue Collection Brochure!

EVENTS: SAVE THE DATE

Paris Deco Off-?January 19– 23rd,?2023, Las Vegas, NV

Kitchen & Bath Industry Show?-?January 30–February 1, 2023, Las Vegas, NV

NAHB International Builders' Show?-?January 30–February 1, 2023, Las Vegas, NV

International Window Coverings Expo?–?April 20-21, 2023, Charlotte, NC

WINNING DESIGN

High Country Drapery Designs had to balance the interior designer’s vision with the homeowner's needs when designing window coverings for this primary bathroom. The interior designer envisioned a spa-like retreat with sheer window treatments for the tub's bay windows. The homeowner, though, experiences migraines and likes to soak in complete darkness. [ Jill Ballew at High Country Drapery Designs, Chickamauga, GA, Primary fabric: Thibaut, Berkshire Stripe, Ivory,?Motorization: Sivoia QS Wireless Shading System with Lutron Motor. ] Read more >>