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A Netherland-based retail furniture manufacturer was dealing with an overlong design cycle and an in-efficient manufacturing process. With 3D CAD modeling, the manufacturer experienced a drastic improvement in manufacturing cost and time. Detailed 3D designs created using rough inputs shared by the designer were converted into detailed 3D models, leading to faster approvals. Clear design intents led to seamless communications across stakeholders due to which the complete transformation of conceptual sketches took place in just 72 hours.

Millwork drawings are a critical component in the furniture manufacturing process which can potentially impact operational efficiencies. Read this article to know how millwork drawing detailed with all manufacturing information is a one-stop solution for furniture manufacturers to achieve their manufacturing goals effectively.

Visual product configurators help manufacturers develop products that are adaptable, customized, multi-functional, and integral to consumers and enhance productivity. This makes 3D visual product configurators the most quickly adopted technology by furniture manufacturing companies. Read more, what is a Visual Configurator? and how it is helpful for furniture manufacturing.

Some people think of wardrobes as purely functional pieces of furniture, but that doesn't mean they can't be fashionable as well. The way we see it is this: a wardrobe is one of the most important pieces of furniture in the home (together with a sofa, bed and dining table), so we want it to look every bit as stylish, eye-catching and chic as the clothes we hang inside it. Furniture manufacturers are well aware of this, which is why they're now creating wardrobes and matching furniture that will instantly give your bedroom the 'Wow Factor'. One of our favourite styles of wardrobe is the sliding door variety - these have a cool, cosmopolitan edge, often with mirrored fronts that add depth and light to your bedroom. Speaking of light, the high gloss explosion has taken the world of home trends by storm in recent years.

Details make the difference in a home. Crown molding and chair rails add architectural interest to rooms. Custom fabric elevates window treatments. And new hardware can transform tired cabinets or old dressers into stylish components. Liberty Hardware, a Winston-Salem hardware manufacturer founded in 1942, recently introduced a new line of custom knobs, handles and pulls designed and handcrafted by artists. The HomeGrown Hardware collection includes glass, metal and pottery hardware interpretations and allows consumers to create a personalized look without breaking the bank.

Do you have fond memories of your father or grandfather spending quality time with his family from his favorite chair? Maybe it was even his favorite TV-watching, reading, coffee drinking, and napping spot in the entire house. For many of us, we picture recliners as a large, overstuffed thing that is heavy on comfort, but not exactly the most stylish item in the house. Well, not anymore. Today's recliners combine all the comfort you expect from Dad's Favorite Chair with the chic design elements that make Mom happy, too. Stylistically speaking, they're just as likely to take on the appearance of delicate wing chairs as they are sumptuous, overstuffed loungers. And, with all their amenities, recliners are perfect for watching Monday night football or settling in for a little "R&R." Many of today's recliners come with lots of options to complement your lifestyle, from hidden cup holders, massage functions, and storage spaces for remotes. Modern-day recliners all have one thing in common. Thanks to their unmatched comfort, they're some of the best seats in the house. Manufacturers make recliners with lumbar support that can be adjusted to various positions. Just like a good diet and plenty of exercise, furniture that supports your body will pay dividends tomorrow as well as today.

Look to Fashion, Celebrities, and the Internet for Latest Color Trends While their parents may have been clueless about color and fashion trends when they were growing up, today's kids are much more sophisticated. Credit the internet, the proliferation of celebrity journalism and home improvement shows for creating a generation that knows what's hot, and how to use it. While offering a broad choice of styles and pricing, designers and manufacturers of kids apparel, accessories and furnishings are trying to capitalize on this demanding market. When it comes to color trends, the kids market isn't so different from the adult market. Kids are becoming very sophisticated, and they know exactly what they want. Some trends for youth furniture being in the nursery Style Trends - Parents are purchasing furniture that grows with their children. The best pieces sellers are the simple, clean designs possessing a level of sophistication in look that stretches the life of the furniture. Timeless designs last well past toddler years. Classic styles such as Shaker, Louis Philippe and Cottage that have been adapted for younger consumers.

Remember Martin Crane (Frasier's dad) and his favorite chair? That eyesore is what many people think of when they hear the word "recliner". Contrary to that image, motion furniture today is available in many fashionable styles that can be included in almost any setting. Hidden release mechanisms, tucked-away foot rests, and wall-away construction provide great function without compromising style. The options in reclining furniture are virtually endless. In addition to the motions of recline rock, swivel, and glide, some manufacturers include features such as built-in massagers, heating pads, cup holders, storage cubbies, phones, laptop computer sockets, and even coolers. Power mechanisms, long the norm in Europe, are becoming more common in the US market. New designs in motion furniture have been created for home theater settings. In addition to reclining sofas, loveseats and sectional sofas, one of the latest trends is found in a modular approach that allows you to join together individual reclining units at the arms. These arrangements can align flush to one another, or they can form an arch for optimal screen viewing.

Take a sample to the paint store. Bring a sample of the flooring or carpet as well as any fabrics that will be used in the room with you to the paint store. Don't pick your paint color standing in the store. After you've identified colors that work with your samples, take home the paint sample cards to make sure the color will work with the other furnishings in the room. Some paint manufacturers even have larger samples or whole books of paint samples available for you to take home and decide on a color. Paint a sample wall. Many paint retailers now offer sample sizes of their colors for you to try out on a patch of wall before you commit to painting the entire thing. Look at your sample at different times of day. Natural light can dramatically change how we perceive a color, so be sure the color works in the bright morning sun as well as the cool afternoon shade. Don't be scared of an intense color before you bring your furniture back in. A bare room in an intense color can be intimidating, but keep in mind that when you bring your furnishings into the room, the overall effect will be different. The tones in your furnishings will reflect on the painted wall and change or soften the effect.