VISION Industry e-Newsletter: October 2023

NEWSROOM

October Marks 37th Year Anniversary for Window Fashion VISION Magazine? A big thank you to our community, new and longtime contributors, supportive advertisers, creative staff, and active subscribers.?Read More?>>

Somfy North America Announces Apple Home Certification for Zigbee? 3.0 Products The largest manufacturer of motors for window coverings and solar protection has announced its newest integration partner.?Read More?>>

Distinguished Panel of Judges for The 2024 Grace Awards are Announced? The judges for The Grace Awards?annual Design and Artisan challenge have been announced and judging will take place from October 8 to November 7, 2023. Read More?>>

Revolution Performance Fabrics Announces First Designer Collection with Cheryl Luckett An interior designer based in Charlotte has partnered with a leading textile company known for its sustainable and chemical-free performance upholstery fabric. Read More?>>

Lori Weitzner and Lewis Miller Launch Chic Wallpaper and Textile Collection These two "Creative Minds" have come together to unveil a stunning new array of floral fabrics and wall coverings. Read More?>>

BUSINESS INSIGHT

How?Engaging?Employees Increases Your Bottom Line Hirshfields shares how empowering their?employees with?support, leadership, and flexibility has increased sales and?overall customer satisfaction.?Read More?>>?

How 8 Designers Get Late Invoices Paid Whether an invoice gets lost in an overstuffed inbox or a client is going through a major life change, sometimes people miss payments.?Read More?>>?

Hunter Douglas Duette Shade with PowerView Gen 3 Automation Review This third-generation motorized smart shade is now even better and easier to program, solidifying its position as the top product on the market.?Read More?>>

The Hands Behind Horizon Danny De Guzman,?General Manager of Horizons Window Fashions, discusses the resilient team of workers who keep the business thriving in their workroom.?Read More?>>

Paydays Across the USA Learn about the benefits and drawbacks of the different compensation methods used by employers and agents for window treatment installers.?Read More?>>

TRENDS & INSPIRE

10 Gorgeous Kitchen Backsplash Ideas Interior Designers Love Industry experts recommend these kitchen backsplash trends for an enhanced aesthetic and function, whether you're completely remodeling or just making a few updates.?Read More?>>

Color of the Month - Toile Red Toile Red is the centerpiece of an inviting monochrome color scheme designed to warm up any space in October. The sleek and sophisticated monochrome look is deceptively simple.?Read More?>>

Sasha Bikoff’s Offi-Shell-y Inspiring Design Sasha's latest Kips Bay design proves that she is not afraid to go bold!?Gain insight into her decision-making process with this behind-the-scenes look.?Read More?>>

At the Windows of New York’s Kips Bay Decorator Show House The Boys & Girls Club of Kips Bay in New York enlists top designers and architects to renovate a home in support of their mission.?Read More?>>

See Highlights from This Year’s London Design Festival This citywide celebration, launched in 2003, highlights design, revealing new fabrics, wallpapers, furnishings, and collaborations.??Read More?>>

The Most Underrated Paint Colors, According to 20 Designers Designers can't resist using these unique hues in their projects, despite their non-classic status. They hope homeowners will appreciate them just as much.?Read More?>>

JOB BOARD: NOW HIRING

Managing Editor?- Window Fashion VISION Magazine - Remote?View job >>

Interior Design Consultant?- Behind the Design, Springfield, IL?View job >>

Inside Sales 1?- Springs Window Fashions, Waukegan, IL?View job >>

Area Sales Manager?- Custom Brands Group, Fort Worth, TX?View job >>

Office Manager?- Doni Douglas Design, Shrewsbury, NJ?View job >>

EDUCATION

Design -?Design's in Her Nature?Read more>>

Workroom -?Trims and Tassels, Oh My!?Read more>>

Installation -??7 Ways to Put Safety First in Your Window Covering Business?Read more>>

Motorization -?The Language of Motorization?Read more>>

Marketing -?SOLD! Close Out the Year on a High Note?Read more>>

EVENTS: SAVE THE DATE

Fall?High Point Market?-?Oct 14-18, High Point, NC

Furniture Today Leadership Conference 2023?- Nov 28-30, Aventura, FL

IWCE 2024 - April 11-12, Grapevine, TX

Spring?High Point Market?- April 13 - 17, 2024, High Point, NC

WINNING DESIGN