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The Dos and Donts Of BloggingReleased: Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Our resident digital media expert talk James Cole talks about setting up regional and demographic targeting on Facebook and social media using marketing and remarketing.
Style + Staying PowerReleased: Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Curtain fabric releases for 2017 point to ongoing demand for sheers, along with a keen interest in pairing design flair with performance and function, while new patterns and prints, highlighted in particular at the Heimtextil trade fair in January are worth noting. Belinda Smart spoke to key suppliers in the category.
Outstanding Showroom Space Open For BusinessReleased: Thursday, April 20, 2017 South Australian company Kornblum is promoting its state-of-the-art showroom as a space for lease with a difference, following a decision to move out of retail and focus on manufacturing + software development.
Pushing Back On Price PressureReleased: Thursday, April 20, 2017 With the sought after roller blinds category often cited as an exemplar of wildly differing price point / quality propositions in the market, smart retailers are finding ways to maximise their margins without succumbing to the temptation to compete on price. WFA touched base with key wholesalers for their perspective on how they and their dealers are winning out over the competition across a range of products.
Shutter Market UpdateReleased: Wednesday, April 19, 2017 In the current competitive climate, three key players outline how quality product and service can successfully be sold as a wise investment with a marked point of difference from the long wait times and lower quality of price driven offerings. Belinda Smart reports
External Blinds UpdateReleased: Wednesday, April 19, 2017 With changing home designs and the recent heatwave turning consumers’ focus more strongly than ever onto external shading solutions, suppliers are reporting continuing innovation and a sense of buoyancy in the market. Belinda Smart reports.
Interior InfluencesReleased: Tuesday, April 18, 2017 From Hollywood Glam to Morroccan and our abiding obsession with all things Scandinavian, interior design trends continue to influence homeowners’ choices in terms of window treatments. WFA spoke to Sydney Interior Designer Jenny Williams of Creative Style Interior Design about key current directions in this area.
The Flight To QualityReleased: Tuesday, April 18, 2017 The motorisation category continues to evolve at warp speed, with technological innovations including apps and more driving a growing focus on well-positioned, energy efficient and future focused products. Belinda Smart reports
From Adversity To InnovationReleased: Tuesday, April 18, 2017 A chronic health condition that threatened brutal endings has proven the spur for new beginnings, including a groundbreaking start-up bringing revolutionary products to market. Belinda Smart reports
Kellyville MakeoverReleased: Tuesday, April 18, 2017 A recent project in the Sydney suburb of Kellyville demonstrates how a smart window treatment can transform a home’s interior.
Turning Trends Into BusinessReleased: Monday, April 17, 2017 One of the most popular presentations at this year’s Heimtextil Fair was by Danish Trend Consultant Anja Bisgaard Gaede from Spott who helped answer the $64,000 question, how do you turn trends into business? James Boston reports.
Coulisses 25th Year Signals Strong FutureReleased: Thursday, April 13, 2017 In the year in which it marks a quarter century of operation, global window coverings brand Coulisse is continuing to drive business forward amid expectations of further growth. WFA reports.
The Trend Issue Scandi-Noir Heimtextil Trend ReportReleased: Thursday, April 13, 2017 If 2016 was the year of taking a break, 2017 and beyond is all about exploring and having a living space full of energy, according to the trend table at Heimtextil, writes James Boston.
Adherence To Colour Trends No Panacea For Businesses In The Middle GroundReleased: Thursday, April 13, 2017 Colour trends and style trends may be the main focus for those visiting the Heimtextil Trend Theme Park, however adhering to the latest colour palettes is just one part of maintaining a successful business, writes James Boston.
Curtain retailer profile Floor to Ceiling InteriorsReleased: Monday, May 26, 2014 A window furnishings retailer north of Adelaide is targeting country regions after noticing a gap in the market several years ago. Dawn Adams reports.
Bartlett Blinds turns up the volumeReleased: Monday, May 26, 2014 Bartlett Blinds continues to reinforce its position as a leading Australian external blind maker, amid ongoing moves to promote its growing capacity, expand its geographical reach and streamline its product offer, writes Belinda Smart.
Case study university harnesses intelligent automationReleased: Thursday, May 22, 2014 Building automation provided the solution for a Queensland University of Technology development with an intelligent facade. Dawn Adams reports.
Ask the expertReleased: Thursday, May 22, 2014 Faced with a multitude of challenges ranging from the fiddly to the huge, a day in the life of an installer is never dull. WFA talks problems and solutions with Melbourne based expert installer, Simon Akester of Esenar Shading Systems.
R+T ASIA DRAWS GLOBAL AUDIENCEReleased: Tuesday, May 6, 2014 R+T Asia has thrown off the shackles of being seen as just a show for the Chinese market and is now attracting a global audience with Australians leading the charge to find new products and suppliers. James Boston reports
Curtain fabrics’ new impetusReleased: Friday, May 31, 2013 Soft colours and a greater use of prints are among the latest trends for curtain fabrics that also reflect cutting edge options using digital technology for customised product or advanced techniques to create new twists on traditional forms like lace. Dawn Adams reports.
Responsive innovation - motorisation and solar controlReleased: Friday, May 31, 2013 Ease of use, quieter operation and streamlined function & design are just some of the factors that continue to drive product evolution in the motorisation and solar control category, writes Belinda Smart.
Company profile - Wilson FabricsReleased: Friday, May 31, 2013 Wilson Fabrics may be one of Australia’s largest and oldest soft furnishing wholesalers, but having invested in a host of initiatives including a successful range expansion, updated IT systems and a new website, the company is well positioned to take on the future, writes Belinda Smart.
Chain reaction - retail softwareReleased: Monday, October 29, 2012 Retailers are being offered a growing number of options to automate their processes from lead generation through to final payment. Dawn Adams reports.
Louvres updateReleased: Monday, October 29, 2012 New releases in the louvres category are meeting growing demand for increasingly refined product, writes Belinda Smart.
Defying the odds - All Window Solutions profileReleased: Monday, October 29, 2012 All Window Solutions started operating three years ago despite its owner Ian Messer being told he was ‘silly’ to begin a new venture in such a difficult market. Dawn Adams reports.
Case Study - Templestowe transformationReleased: Monday, October 29, 2012 When Melbourne Plantation Shutters was appointed to manage the installation of new window treatments in a Templestowe home renovation, functionality, consistency and style played equal roles in the final outcome. Belinda Smart reports.
Outside the box - Exterior ShuttersReleased: Monday, October 29, 2012 Innovative thinking has driven technical advancements and the release of a useful market tool for players in the exterior shutters sector, writes Belinda Smart
A warm trading climate - External BlindsReleased: Monday, October 29, 2012 Sales of external blinds continue to heat up as awareness grows of their ability to mitigate not only the glare and high temperatures of summer but also adverse climatic conditions during the cooler months. Belinda Smart reports.
Curtain machinery updatedReleased: Monday, October 29, 2012 Sales of curtain machinery remain steady with slight growth, a result described as good in a difficult market. Dawn Adams reports.
Advances in roller systemsReleased: Monday, October 29, 2012 Roller blinds are becoming lighter to operate and easier to install as suppliers compete to offer the best solutions for this industry sector. Dawn Adams reports.
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