Candice Olson’s collection for Norwalk Furniture features traditional silhouettes with a fresh, modern take. The collection is based on neutral colors for longevity, but is punctuated with fashion-forward colors like teal, cognac, and golden brown to add warmth and interest. Ottomans have pride of place in the line, covering all the bases including storage and table surface, as well as the expected foot comfort.

Collaborators Michael Amini and Jane Seymour discuss the inspiration behind their new line of home fashions. Jane Seymour brings artistic inspiration while Amini’s immaculate detail and practical design create AICO’s first celebrity-endorsed line, ranging from transitional to art deco.

Judy George and Kim Salmela introduce the new Hotel Maison line composed of six chic furniture collections. The idea: help designers and consumers create elegant, eclectic looks that capture the luxury, allure, and mood of five-star hotel suites.

Famed designer Thomas O’Brien reflects on his 10 years with Hickory Chair, partnering to find new ways to make traditional furniture more modern. A traditional Georgian chair gets elongated, altering its scale to make it feel current…and bookcases find themselves upholstered in flannel suede, linen, or velvet and studded with nailheads.

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Comfortable indoor furniture goes patio and poolside in Lee Industries’ new upholstered outdoor collection. Outdoor-grade fibers, reticulated foams, drainage channels, and Sunbrella® fabrics ensure upholstered pieces stand up to the elements and are virtually maintenance-free.