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Business Area Rugs, Business, Trends Anatomy of Best-Selling 2025 Rug Collections: In-Depth Insights From Industry Leaders Posted On: 1/5/2026 A cross-section of area rug executives reflects on 2025 with RugNews.com and provides insights into their companies' success in the rug category following a tumultuous year. Area Rugs, Business Exclusive: Lavin Rugs’ Michael Castell Shares Growth, Product Strategies as Company Unveils First Dallas Showroom Posted On: 1/26/2026 Lavin Rugs holds grand opening of first Dallas showroom and sits down with RugNews.com for a deep dive into the company’s growth and product development strategies. Executive Moves Executive Moves, Retail Oscar Isberian Rugs Welcomes Fourth Generation into Fold Posted On: 1/9/2026 Oscar Isberian Rugs' third generation of brothers, Oscar Tatosian and Sarkis Tatosian, bring Sarkis' son Marty Tatosian into the family business. Retail Broadloom, Retail Ernesta Expands Retail Footprint with Three New Showrooms in Q1 2026 Posted On: 1/6/2026 Ernesta, once an online only focused custom-sized rug vendor, adds three more brick-and-mortar showrooms to its roster, with a goal of operating 10+ showrooms across the country by the end of 2026. Retail Marcus Lemonis Announces He Will Serve as CEO of Bed, Bath & Beyond Posted On: 1/5/2026 Marcus Lemonis will serve as chief executive officer of Bed Bath & Beyond, and lays out strategy  Executive Moves, Retail Oscar Isberian Rugs Welcomes Fourth Generation into Fold Posted On: 1/9/2026 Oscar Isberian Rugs' third generation of brothers, Oscar Tatosian and Sarkis Tatosian, bring Sarkis' son Marty Tatosian into the family business. Social Responsibility Area Rugs, Social Responsibility Jamie Stern Announces Woven Resistance Carpet Exhibition and Online Auction Posted On: 1/9/2026 Jamie Stern announces Woven Resistance, a carpet exhibition and online auction to support LGBTQ rights and the fight against climate change, with all proceeds to benefit PFLAG and The Sierra Club.

Obituaries Obituaries, Retailers Carpet and Rug Industry Leader Haig Pedian Sr. Dies at 101 Posted On: 1/16/2026 Long-time rug and carpet leader Haig Pedian Sr. passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026.

People People, Show Events 36th ARTS Awards Recipients Announced Posted On: 1/11/2026 The industry’s highest honor recognized more than twenty companies and leaders, including John Feizy, who was awarded the Academy of Achievement Award. Retailers Obituaries, Retailers Carpet and Rug Industry Leader Haig Pedian Sr. Dies at 101 Posted On: 1/16/2026 Long-time rug and carpet leader Haig Pedian Sr. passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026.

Product Area Rugs Area Rugs, Business, Trends Anatomy of Best-Selling 2025 Rug Collections: In-Depth Insights From Industry Leaders Posted On: 1/5/2026 A cross-section of area rug executives reflects on 2025 with RugNews.com and provides insights into their companies' success in the rug category following a tumultuous year. Area Rugs, Business Exclusive: Lavin Rugs’ Michael Castell Shares Growth, Product Strategies as Company Unveils First Dallas Showroom Posted On: 1/26/2026 Lavin Rugs holds grand opening of first Dallas showroom and sits down with RugNews.com for a deep dive into the company’s growth and product development strategies. Area Rugs, Trends It’s a Wrap: 2025’s Best-Selling Rugs Posted On: 12/31/2025 RugNews.com surveys vendors to uncover some of the industry's winning area rugs of the year. Area Rugs, Social Responsibility Jamie Stern Announces Woven Resistance Carpet Exhibition and Online Auction Posted On: 1/9/2026 Jamie Stern announces Woven Resistance, a carpet exhibition and online auction to support LGBTQ rights and the fight against climate change, with all proceeds to benefit PFLAG and The Sierra Club. Broadloom Broadloom, Retail Ernesta Expands Retail Footprint with Three New Showrooms in Q1 2026 Posted On: 1/6/2026 Ernesta, once an online only focused custom-sized rug vendor, adds three more brick-and-mortar showrooms to its roster, with a goal of operating 10+ showrooms across the country by the end of 2026.

Shows High Point High Point, Show News & Business Design Influencers Apply Now for April High Point Market Posted On: 1/5/2026 Six digital creators will be tapped to report on Spring Market news. High Point, Show News & Business High Point Market Design Influencers Tour Spring Tour Dates: April 25-29, 2026 Posted On: 1/19/2026 Join the Spring 2026 Design Influencers Tour. Deadline to apply is January 23, 2026. High Point, Show News & Business High Point Market Program Returns with 2026 Style Spotters Posted On: 1/12/2026 Five design influencers named to this year’s trend-scouting team High Point, Show News & Business HPMA Announces DAA Committee Updates for 2026 Posted On: 1/19/2026 The High Point Market Authority announces 2026 updates to the Diversity Advocacy Alliance (DAA) committee. International International, Show Recap DOMOTEX Reports 2026 Event a Success Posted On: 1/22/2026 The trade fair in Hannover featured over 500 exhibitors from more than 50 countries and, for the first time, consistently presented itself as the Home of Flooring & Interior Finishing. International, Show News & Business Future Floor at Heimtextil 2026 – Where Design Meets Innovation Posted On: 1/9/2026 Heimtextil 2026 showcases the new area Future Floor in Hall 12.0 which, sets the tone for what’s next in design, materials and market innovation. International, Show Recap Heimtextil 2026 Attracted More Top-Level Decision-Makers Posted On: 1/16/2026 Heimtextil 2026 wrapped up with 148 participating nations, stable exhibitor and visitor numbers at a consistently high year-on-year level, and a growing number of top-level decision-makers attending the fair. Las Vegas Las Vegas, Previews COVER Connect Las Vegas Returns for Fourth Edition Posted On: 1/6/2026 Following a successful New York edition, the event heads west with a CCLV pavilion at The International Surface Event showcasing a curated selection of dynamic, high-quality rug brands. Las Vegas, Show Recap Designers Get Exclusive First Look at Feizy's Newest Rug Collections Posted On: 1/27/2026 Feizy Rugs hosts a special designer tour alongside Studio Designer, Mydoma, IDS and Accessories Resource Team (ART) during Las Vegas Market. Las Vegas, Previews Feizy Presents Brand New Rug Debuts; Hosts Special Event at Vegas Market Posted On: 1/21/2026 Feizy Rugs heads to Las Vegas Market's winter edition rolling out new area rug collections and hosts a winter market kick-off social event. Las Vegas, Previews Global Views to Unveil Hundreds of New Designer-Driven Introductions at Las Vegas Market Posted On: 1/20/2026 For winter Las Vegas attendees, Global View's newest introductions include an expansive debut of art glass, decorative ceramics and sculptural lighting shaped by European ateliers. Las Vegas, Previews Kalaty Presents Broad Range of Newest Rugs at Winter 2026 Las Vegas Market Posted On: 1/19/2026 Kalaty Rug Corp. showcases its latest hand-knotted additions alongside its high quality Luxe-Weave and Lori-Loom collections at its Las Vegas showroom. Las Vegas, Previews Nourison Home Showcases Area Rugs & Broadloom Intros at LVMKT Posted On: 1/21/2026 Nourison Home presents its latest area rug and broadloom collections at the winter Las Vegas Market, which runs alongside TISE. Las Vegas, Show Recap Nourison Redefines Craft with Brushlight Rugs and Vintage Pillows Posted On: 1/27/2026 Nourison's Building C lobby showroom windows featured the company's new Brushlight collection, a neutral counterpoint to its ever-popular Prismatic rugs, and its new one of a kind vintage pillow collection by Mina Victory. Las Vegas, Previews Oriental Weavers Heads to LVMKT with New Collections, Line Extensions Posted On: 1/21/2026 OW is debuting new machine-woven collections and growing some of its top-selling lines at winter Las Vegas Market. Las Vegas, Previews Rug Buyers’ Guide to Las Vegas Market Posted On: 1/22/2026 In this industry exclusive, RugNews.com showcases the latest area rug introductions exhibitors are rolling out at the winter edition of Las Vegas Market. Las Vegas, Show Recap Surya Defines Las Vegas Market Designer Strategy with New Hand-Knotted Rugs and Top Sellers Posted On: 1/27/2026 With the triple brand power of Surya, Global Views, and Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, parent company Surya has created its own “design center” at its new World Market Center space, exclusively showcasing Surya hand-knotted and best-selling luxury rugs. Previews Las Vegas, Previews COVER Connect Las Vegas Returns for Fourth Edition Posted On: 1/6/2026 Following a successful New York edition, the event heads west with a CCLV pavilion at The International Surface Event showcasing a curated selection of dynamic, high-quality rug brands. Las Vegas, Previews Feizy Presents Brand New Rug Debuts; Hosts Special Event at Vegas Market Posted On: 1/21/2026 Feizy Rugs heads to Las Vegas Market's winter edition rolling out new area rug collections and hosts a winter market kick-off social event. Las Vegas, Previews Global Views to Unveil Hundreds of New Designer-Driven Introductions at Las Vegas Market Posted On: 1/20/2026 For winter Las Vegas attendees, Global View's newest introductions include an expansive debut of art glass, decorative ceramics and sculptural lighting shaped by European ateliers. Las Vegas, Previews Kalaty Presents Broad Range of Newest Rugs at Winter 2026 Las Vegas Market Posted On: 1/19/2026 Kalaty Rug Corp. showcases its latest hand-knotted additions alongside its high quality Luxe-Weave and Lori-Loom collections at its Las Vegas showroom. Las Vegas, Previews Nourison Home Showcases Area Rugs & Broadloom Intros at LVMKT Posted On: 1/21/2026 Nourison Home presents its latest area rug and broadloom collections at the winter Las Vegas Market, which runs alongside TISE. Las Vegas, Previews Oriental Weavers Heads to LVMKT with New Collections, Line Extensions Posted On: 1/21/2026 OW is debuting new machine-woven collections and growing some of its top-selling lines at winter Las Vegas Market. Las Vegas, Previews Rug Buyers’ Guide to Las Vegas Market Posted On: 1/22/2026 In this industry exclusive, RugNews.com showcases the latest area rug introductions exhibitors are rolling out at the winter edition of Las Vegas Market. Show Events People, Show Events 36th ARTS Awards Recipients Announced Posted On: 1/11/2026 The industry’s highest honor recognized more than twenty companies and leaders, including John Feizy, who was awarded the Academy of Achievement Award. Show News & Business High Point, Show News & Business Design Influencers Apply Now for April High Point Market Posted On: 1/5/2026 Six digital creators will be tapped to report on Spring Market news. International, Show News & Business Future Floor at Heimtextil 2026 – Where Design Meets Innovation Posted On: 1/9/2026 Heimtextil 2026 showcases the new area Future Floor in Hall 12.0 which, sets the tone for what’s next in design, materials and market innovation. High Point, Show News & Business High Point Market Design Influencers Tour Spring Tour Dates: April 25-29, 2026 Posted On: 1/19/2026 Join the Spring 2026 Design Influencers Tour. Deadline to apply is January 23, 2026. High Point, Show News & Business High Point Market Program Returns with 2026 Style Spotters Posted On: 1/12/2026 Five design influencers named to this year’s trend-scouting team High Point, Show News & Business HPMA Announces DAA Committee Updates for 2026 Posted On: 1/19/2026 The High Point Market Authority announces 2026 updates to the Diversity Advocacy Alliance (DAA) committee. Show Recap International, Show Recap DOMOTEX Reports 2026 Event a Success Posted On: 1/22/2026 The trade fair in Hannover featured over 500 exhibitors from more than 50 countries and, for the first time, consistently presented itself as the Home of Flooring & Interior Finishing. Show Recap A Record-Setting Dallas Total Home & Gift Market Posted On: 1/12/2026 Dallas Market Center reports Total Home & Gift Market is the best attended January show in multiple years. Las Vegas, Show Recap Designers Get Exclusive First Look at Feizy's Newest Rug Collections Posted On: 1/27/2026 Feizy Rugs hosts a special designer tour alongside Studio Designer, Mydoma, IDS and Accessories Resource Team (ART) during Las Vegas Market. International, Show Recap Heimtextil 2026 Attracted More Top-Level Decision-Makers Posted On: 1/16/2026 Heimtextil 2026 wrapped up with 148 participating nations, stable exhibitor and visitor numbers at a consistently high year-on-year level, and a growing number of top-level decision-makers attending the fair. Las Vegas, Show Recap Nourison Redefines Craft with Brushlight Rugs and Vintage Pillows Posted On: 1/27/2026 Nourison's Building C lobby showroom windows featured the company's new Brushlight collection, a neutral counterpoint to its ever-popular Prismatic rugs, and its new one of a kind vintage pillow collection by Mina Victory. Las Vegas, Show Recap Surya Defines Las Vegas Market Designer Strategy with New Hand-Knotted Rugs and Top Sellers Posted On: 1/27/2026 With the triple brand power of Surya, Global Views, and Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, parent company Surya has created its own “design center” at its new World Market Center space, exclusively showcasing Surya hand-knotted and best-selling luxury rugs.

Trends Area Rugs, Business, Trends Anatomy of Best-Selling 2025 Rug Collections: In-Depth Insights From Industry Leaders Posted On: 1/5/2026 A cross-section of area rug executives reflects on 2025 with RugNews.com and provides insights into their companies' success in the rug category following a tumultuous year. Area Rugs, Trends It’s a Wrap: 2025’s Best-Selling Rugs Posted On: 12/31/2025 RugNews.com surveys vendors to uncover some of the industry's winning area rugs of the year.