Loeb's Third Point fund joined Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway as a RH shareholder last year, and also owns a stake in Sam Bankman-Fried's FTX.

Loeb's Third Point fund joined Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway as a RH shareholder last year, and also owns a stake in Sam Bankman-Fried's FTX.

Loeb's Third Point fund joined Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway as a RH shareholder last year, and also owns a stake in Sam Bankman-Fried's FTX.

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Nazar, the owner of The Restorer, restores and repairs damaged furniture. He works on artificial and natural surfaces such as wood, leather, and more.

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West Elm and REI collaborated on a collection of stylish and functional outdoor furniture and gear. Here are 5 things we're coveting from the mashup.

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Christina Clericuzio, 24, flips furniture she finds on Facebook marketplace or on the side of the road into expensive-looking brand-name dupes.

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If the customer doesn't like the item after it's assembled or installed, the delivery driver would have to take it back, according to a new report.

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Experts say that the blockage is costing about $400 million an hour and that it could take weeks to move the freighter.

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The owner of Gallery Furniture placed the biggest Super Bowl bet of 2021, winning over $US6 million. The Texas businessman flew out to Colorado Springs to place the wager through DraftKings. Jim McIngvale plans to use the money to offset costs for a free mattress promotional. Visit the Business section […]

Insider asked an interior designer which home-decor items she’d buy at Costco this February. She said the store has great lighting and bedroom furniture selections. The pro also picked out two neutral rugs and a few affordable wall hangings. Visit Insider’s homepage for more stories. Besides having great deals on […]

A man who was photographed carrying House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s lectern during the Capitol Hill riot on Wednesday has been arrested, according to Tampa-based NBC affiliate WFLA-TV. The man, identified as Adam Christian Johnson, was booked in Pinellas County, Florida, on Friday night, and remains in jail on a warrant […]

Insider asked interior designer Michelle Harrison-McAllister of Michelle Harrison Design to share what home-decor items she would buy from Costco right now. The pro also said that the Samsung Frame Series TV is the most visually-stunning TV on the market because it displays artwork when not in use. She also […]

Designer Nicole Crowder uses traditional techniques and her own unique taste to upholster furniture by hand. Her business has grown, despite the pandemic, as people in her hometown of Washington and beyond discover her. Crowder charges between $US900 and $US2,200 for each custom upholstery piece, and she’s starting to make […]

Tiny home maker Escape Homes partnered with IKEA to create a tiny home on wheels for the furniture giant’s sustainability-focused Tiny Home Project. The tiny home sits inside of Escape Homes’ 187-square foot Vista Boho XL, which has a bedroom, living room, kitchen, and bathroom. The interior is primarily equipped […]

“Computer cockpit” company Cluvens is selling a “Scorpion” workstation for gaming or working. The chair is on sale for $US2,000 from Alibaba or up to $US3,200 from the manufacturer. Both the home office furniture industry and the video gaming industry continue to post gains during the pandemic as many are […]

We took a look at every detail of Hästens’ $US200,000 bed, the Vividus, to find out what makes it stand out on the market. Most surprising is the fact that it’s made with horsehair. Insider’s Emily Christian visited the New York City flagship store and tested the bed to find […]

Before the pandemic began, Kristy O’Neill, a San Francisco-based director of client experience at a tech startup, rarely used her patio. But days before the city’s shelter-in-place order went into effect, the roommate living in the room with direct access to the patio moved out. When her roommate left, she […]

IKEA is one of the biggest global retailers of home goods, with more than 300 stores in 38 countries. We consulted several blogs and online reviews to find the best and worst products to buy at IKEA. Here are 18 products to buy at IKEA and 10 to consider skipping. […]

Tom Dixon, OBE, is a British designer who specialises in lighting, furniture, and accessories. He is currently the creative director of his eponymous brand and his work has been shown in places including the MOMA and the Victoria and Albert Museum in the UK. Dixon recently released his AW’20 accessories […]

Buying a house is a big investment, and a huge milestone for most people. Making a house truly a home is the next step, and investing in the right furniture is a key part of the process. Insider asked interior designers what people should splurge on when they buy a […]

Wayfair said that it gained 5 million net new customers in the most recent quarter, more than it had gained in the last year. The company reported an 84% sales increase for the quarter. “We have reason to believe that customers will remain focused on their homes in the back […]

An unfounded conspiracy theory that furniture company Wayfair is advertising the sale of human children disguised as cabinets and pillows went viral over the weekend. The theory seemingly originated from speculation among popular members of conspiracy theory group QAnon and grew on Reddit’s r/conspiracy subreddit. QAnon believers have repeatedly made […]

European furniture giant IKEA condemned a viral video that showed a woman masturbating in a Chinese location of the store. “We resolutely oppose and condemn this kind of behaviour, and immediately reported it to the police in the city of the suspected store,” IKEA said in a statement, according to […]

In the late 1910s, furniture was made using dark wood and featured curved lines inspired by nature. However, in the 1920s, interior and furniture designers embraced the Art Deco movement. Art Deco furniture was more modern and sleeker in design, but incorporated opulent, stylish, and aesthetically driven elements. Visit Insider’s […]

Home trends have greatly evolved over the last 100 years. Insider spoke to Justina Blakeney, founder of Jungalow, and Corey Damen Jenkins, founder of Corey Damen Jenkins & Associates, about how home decor has changed through the years. Homes in the 1920s were inspired by the Art Deco movement, and […]

We spoke to a range of experts to find out common things that could be damaging or warping your furniture. Overcleaning your furniture can make it look worse over time. Not being proactive about furniture upkeep, like checking for damage, can also reduce the lifespan of your furniture. You should […]

A high-end furniture maker backed by Warren Buffett is betting a mysterious “Guesthouse” will elevate its brand and help it compete with the world’s biggest luxury labels. Restoration Hardware – which Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway invested $US206 million in last quarter – is “doing something that I think nobody can imagine,” […]

Warren Buffett invested more than $US200 million in a fancy furniture retailer with a boss who has a history of quoting the legendary investor. Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway conglomerate bought $US206 million worth of shares in RH last quarter, according to a SEC filing. “As Warren Buffett said, if the skies […]

Mongiardo Studio creates colour-shifting, three-dimensional tables for homes and offices. By using multichrome paint in their own way, the artists create tabletops that are almost magic. Taj Monjardo walked us through the steps behind creating one of these tables. Visit Insider.com for more stories. Following is a transcript of the […]

I recently moved into my first home and needed new furniture, but I refused to pay full retail price. I searched for open-box items and discounts at my local overstock store to get quality furniture on the cheap. Waiting for sales also helped me save, as did using discounted gift […]

“Friends” first premiered on NBC in September 1994. One of the most iconic aspects of the show was Monica’s New York apartment. To celebrate the sitcom’s 25th anniversary, Insider pondered how Monica’s apartment might look in 2019. Monica’s retro style would still shine through colourful chairs, an art deco headboard, […]

Furnishing your first adult home can be a challenging and expensive experience. Insider talked to interior designers Jade Joyner and Ashley Moore to get their expert advice on what every 20-something needs in their apartment. Investing in durable furniture is just as important as making sure you have staples like […]

IKEA, the Sweden-based furniture store chain, operates 430 stores in 52 markets around the world across nearly 50 countries. Ingvar Kamprad founded IKEA in 1943 when he was 17 years old and originally sold pens, wallets, and picture frames. The first IKEA store opened in Älmhult, Sweden in 1958. The […]

Home décor trends ebb and flow with time – just ask the shag rug in your grandparents’house. We spoke to two interior designers – Linda Holmes of LuxDeco and Marina Hanisch of Marina Hanisch Interiors – to identify the pieces of furniture and design choices everyone had in their home. […]

“The Good Place” and “Veronica Mars” star Kristen Bell is providing a welcome boost to La-Z-Boy. The actress serves as the furniture maker’s brand ambassador in its latest advertising campaign. “We’re getting great reviews on her from customers that love her personality and that she comes across as a very […]

Pottery Barn is selling a line of home decor and accessories inspired by “Friends” in honour of the hit show’s 25th anniversary. The collection’s crown jewel is the Apothecary Coffee Table, which is aptly named after the series’ season 6 episode “The One With The Apothecary Table.” The line also […]

The furniture business can be tough. Changing tastes and economic downturns can prove toxic to unlucky furniture retailers. From Levitz Furniture to Heilig-Meyers, here are a few familiar names that you won’t see on store signs anymore. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. Pull up a chair, an ottoman, […]

Pier 1 Imports, once a leading home-decor retailer, has hit turbulent waters. The company announced it would close 57 stores by 2020, after a period of poor sales. Walmart, meanwhile, is making gains in the home-goods sector online. We visited both stores to see which is better for shopping for […]

Lovesac shares plunged 16% on Tuesday after the furniture retailer warned President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Chinese goods would weigh on profits this year. The maker of Sactionals and Sacs revealed a first-quarter drop in gross margin, and warned of a similar decline this quarter. Lovesac’s plan of action is […]

IKEA has a lab in Copenhagen that dreams up, researches, and designs sustainable ways to live. Some projects they are currently developing include algae hot dogs, virtual-reality furniture,self-driving cafés, and a future-food cookbook. Space10 was founded in 2015 and it works with specialists, experts, and creatives from around the world […]

Aldi has 17 new special buys available March 9 for its Bedroom Essentials collection in Australia. The product prices range from $US16.99 to $US299. These are only stocked for a limited time. When most consumers think Aldi, they probably don’t think furniture or home decor – but thanks to an […]

Shoppers love IKEA because of how affordable its furniture is. Many IKEA products cost about half the price of competitors. Part of why IKEA’s prices are so low is that it packs everything flat to save on storage and transportation costs. See what else IKEA does to keep its prices […]

RH, formerly Restoration Hardware, just opened a stunning new flagship store in New York City. The store has fine art installations, a café, rooftop restaurant, in-house design consultants, and more. We visited the store to see just how over-the-top it is for ourselves. RH, formerly Restoration Hardware, just opened its […]

Room is a new company that’s created private, semi-soundproof phone booths for noisy, crowded offices. Already, the company has snagged high profile clients like NASA, Salesforce, and Nike. Room says they’re on track to sell $US10 million worth of product in their first year of business. If you work in […]

Walmart is launching two new ways for customers to shop for home furnishings online, with a 3D virtual tour function and an ability to “buy the room” on display. The tour, which launched on Thursday, allows customers to see what items look like in a virtual space so that they […]

Apple CEO Tim Cook recently disclosed an interesting detail about Apple Park, the company’s new headquarters: Everyone gets a standing desk. “It’s much better for your lifestyle,” Cook said in a recent interview. Cook has previously cited doctors who say “sitting is the new cancer.” Most of what happens inside […]

Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson is under fire spending $US31,000 on a lavish dining set for his office. The spending has resulted in a complaint to the Office of Special Counsel as well as a House Oversight Committee investigation. Carson’s office said Thursday it’s attempting to cancel the […]

Furniture site Wayfair slumped more than 20% Thursday following earnings. The company said it lost $US0.58 per share, but reported an uptick in customers and revenue. Shares of upstart furniture e-commerce site Wayfair plummeted more than 18% Thursday morning after the company posted a bigger loss than Wall Street was […]

IKEA acquired TaskRabbit, a company that links customers to handymen, in September 2017. The service was initially piloted in two of its West Coast stores. It will now be rolled out nationwide. IKEA just made life much easier for DIY novices. In September, the Scandinavian furniture chain acquired TaskRabbit, a […]

IKEA is reissuing its recall on Malm dressers and chests. Eight children have reportedly died after furniture from the line tipped on top of them. The company is offering full refunds. IKEA is recalling the Malm dresser again, after another toddler was reportedly crushed by the furniture. On Tuesday, the […]

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IKEA released details about its first product that will be made with Sonos since the two companies announced an upcoming collaboration in December 2017. The IKEA/Sonos speaker will be designed to be functional as a piece of furniture, like a shelf, or it can be integrated into IKEA furniture so […]

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