Living & Home

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 10, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 10, 2024 – The 15th IVG Garden Market Forum, held on November 5th, 2024, at the Maritim Hotel in Düsseldorf, brought together around 250 participants from the green industry to explore the multifaceted role of gardens in today's world.

Themed "Garden Connects," the forum emphasized how gardens have evolved beyond mere green spaces to become hubs for hobbies, recreation, and social connection.

Industry Insights and Trends

The event kicked off with a welcome address by John W. Herbert, Managing Director of EDRA/GHIN, who shared his career journey and insights into the evolution of the industry. He emphasized the importance of valuing employees, stating, "Respect every employee and show him how important he is. Because he is important."

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 4, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 3, 2024 – Artemide, a renowned name in lighting design, is transforming the way we illuminate our homes with its innovative LED technology and smart control systems. The company's commitment to cutting-edge solutions that blend aesthetics, functionality, and well-being is evident in its latest offerings.

INTEGRALIS®: The Future of Light

Artemide's revolutionary INTEGRALIS® technology redefines the role of light in interior spaces. By incorporating violet light components, INTEGRALIS® effectively combats bacteria, fungi, and mold, ensuring a healthier environment without harming humans, animals, or plants. This groundbreaking technology seamlessly integrates with Artemide's controllable LED systems, allowing users to personalize their lighting experience while enjoying the benefits of a disinfected space.

The Artemide App: A Maestro of Light

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 4, 2024 –  BHB Association Gears Up for the Annual Industry Congress with Renewed Focus on Innovation and Customer Experience

With the year drawing to a close, BHB, the German DIY, Building, and Gardening Retail Association, is excitedly preparing for its 25th Congress, set to take place on November 26–28, 2024, at the World Conference Center Bonn (WCCB). This year's congress brings together industry leaders and thought-provoking speakers from various fields, poised to discuss trends and strategies in response to a challenging year for the home improvement industry.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 3, 2024 – Artemide, a leading name in lighting design, has been illuminating homes, offices, and public spaces around the world for over six decades. Founded in 1960 by Ernesto Gismondi, a former aerospace engineer with a passion for light, Artemide has grown from a small workshop to a global brand synonymous with innovative and aesthetically pleasing lighting solutions.

The Human and Responsible Light

Artemide's philosophy, "The Human and Responsible Light," reflects its commitment to creating lighting that enhances human well-being while respecting the environment. The company's products are designed to provide the right light for every need, whether it's focused task lighting, ambient illumination, or accent lighting to create a mood.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 3, 2024 – You can live better when you are well-rested: everyone knows from experience that nightly regeneration plays an important role for our mental and emotional health.

Good sleep means quality of life. A soothing, unencumbered environment in which the organism can come to rest helps with this. With natural wood beds, an ergonomically sophisticated bed interior and high-quality bed accessories, TEAM 7 creates the perfect conditions for this.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 29, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 29, 2024 – The German DIY industry associations are breathing a sigh of relief as the European Commission proposes a 12-month delay in the implementation of the Entwaldungsfreie Lieferkettenverordnung (EUDR), or Deforestation-free Supply Chains Regulation. This postponement provides much-needed preparation time for businesses grappling with the complexities of the new regulation.

The EUDR aims to ensure that products placed on the EU market have not contributed to deforestation or forest degradation anywhere in the world. While the industry supports the regulation's environmental goals, it has also raised concerns about its feasibility and potential impact on businesses.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 25, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 25, 2024 – DURABLE is expanding its LUCTRA® range with a new, modern floor lamp that draws on findings from research into the biological effect of light on humans. The lamp has been designed to meet the individual needs of the user, providing customised lighting wherever it is needed.

Technical perfection meets award-winning design

The LUCTRA® FLOOR LITE is technically identical to the well-established table lamp LUCTRA TABLE LITE and combines state-of-the-art lighting technology with a clear, minimalist design. In terms of marketing, LUCTRA® remains consistent with its "Move to LITE" slogan, which represents the brand's core values of lightness and mobility. The focus continues to be on light, design and gesture control.

Individually adjustable lighting

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 25, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 25, 2024 – Using any equipment in areas where physical labour is performed or that are open to the public makes it susceptible to dirt, wear and knocks. It is therefore particularly important that tablets can be securely positioned in these areas. Mobile devices have become a mainstay of our daily working lives on shop floors and at exhibition stands, in reception areas or public buildings as well as in workshops or laboratories. That is why, DURABLE is now expanding its TABLET HOLDER range to include a particularly robust collection of products called TOUGH. The new holders will be presented for the first time at Orgatec in Cologne (22-25 October 2024, Köln Messe, Hall 8.1, Stand C019).

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 25, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 25, 2024 – The smart material made from recycled PET felt from the DURABLE EFFECT range is both beautiful and sustainable. The multi-functional products made from this material facilitate effective laptop work and look great in modern office settings as well as stylish home interiors. Consumer feedback has been extremely positive. Following the successful launch of the range in February, DURABLE is now adding further laptop accessories. One of the new products is the VERTICAL EFFECT laptop stand with an integrated shelf for additional mobile devices such as tablets or smartphones. Another newcomer is the EFFECT multibag, available in two different sizes for laptops and tablets. This protective cover features an additional pocket for accessories and is an elegant solution for transporting your devices from A to B.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 25, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 25, 2024 – DURABLE, a leading provider of innovative workspace solutions, will be showcasing its latest products at ORGATEC 2024, the international trade fair for the modern working world. The event will take place from October 22nd to 25th at the Cologne Trade Fair Centre, and DURABLE can be found at Stand C019 in Hall 8.1.

This year, DURABLE focuses on efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability with its new product offerings designed to adapt to the ever-evolving needs of today's workplace.

Sustainable Solutions for the Mobile Workforce

DURABLE's EFFECT series is expanding with a focus on sustainability, well-being, and flexibility, aligning with the New Work trend. Made from recycled felt, EFFECT products are not only kind to the environment but also offer a pleasing tactile experience and excellent noise reduction properties.