Posted on 28 Jul, 2026

The furniture industry has been significantly transformed by the rise in new materials.  With the combination of sustainability, new technology and trends it is now transforming how furniture designers design.

With increased awareness of environmental issues, designers are opting for sustainable materials to decrease their impact on the environment. More and more traditional materials such as plastic and timber are being replaced with eco-friendly options. These are becoming increasingly popular as they are renewable and less destructive to the environment such as bamboo, reclaimed wood and recycled plastics.

Bamboo is a rapidly growing... Continue reading >

Posted in: Furniture Design

Posted on 14 Jul, 2026

The key to success in the highly competitive field of design is to build a team of talented people. Design organisations often struggle to locate the ideal specialists, not only in terms of talents but also in terms of the culture of their organisation. The fast-paced technology growth and the ever-changing nature of design has never made finding the appropriate applicant more crucial. However, many businesses fall into similar pitfalls and make blunders that can hold them back and impact on their longer term goals.

One of the most common blunders is failing to clarify positions and duties before hiring begins. If job descriptions are unclear, candidates may not kn... Continue reading >

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