What you need to know about the new tariffs and which vendors are affected. Read on to learn more.
TARIFF NOTICE ON DRAPERY HARDWARE
There are important changes to our drapery hardware fees that we would like to inform you about. Some KDR drapery hardware vendors have been passing on tariff charges on certain drapery hardware items. These tariffs can be as much as 12%, which will show up as an additional line item charge on your invoice.
We suggest checking with a KDR Sales Associate prior to quoting any prices for these vendors.
DRAPERY HARDWARE VENDORS WITH TARIFFS
- Kirsch Drapery Hardware – tariff charges of 12% on all Wood Trends products and most Architrac® rodding and components.
- Paris Texas Hardware – 10% on all items
- The Finial Company – 10% on all items
TARIFF FREE!
These drapery hardware vendors have no additional tariff charges at this time:
For questions about tariff charges or if you would like to learn more about our drapery hardware products, please contact us or walk right in your local KDR showroom.
This season offered new opportunities beyond the latest collections and introductions from furniture, textile and window covering manufacturers. KDR’s Fall Market kicked-off with an insightful conversation with a panel of leading, local workroom owners. The Future of Designer Workrooms asked local custom workroom owners, what does the future hold for this segment of the industry. Read on to learn more.
“It’s an opportunity for the designer to ask questions about special options and custom capabilities.”
MARKET FAVORITES
Trade professionals met one-on-one with manufacturer representatives for in-depth knowledge about products and discover the latest collections. Participants in the Fall Market Passport Giveaway could enter for a chance to win the grand prize giveaway; $400 Nordstrom gift card.
FOR GOOD MEASURE
Designers received a special gift with a limited- edition KDR tape measure and reusable tote, courtesy of Hartmann&Forbes.
SEIZE THE OPPORTUNITY
Fall Market continues with exclusive savings from participating furniture manufacturers. Save up to an additional 20% on furniture special orders, take an extra 15% off select showroom inventory, plus enjoy furniture freight savers and free receiving and delivery now through October. See details on our Sales page.
PANEL RECAP: THE FUTURE OF DESIGNER WORKROOM
From digital disruptions, to shifting shopping behaviors and a transforming workforce, the interior design industry has changed. Today in high-end residential interiors, the skilled craftspeople of custom workrooms are vital more than ever – yet, the industry changes have left them vulnerable. The following panel of workroom experts weighed in.
St. Louis Panel
Nicky Berry, The Berry Studio
Cindy Ponder, Brewer Quilt & Design
Patty McGowd, Castlewood Designs
Moderated by Kevin Kenney, President/CEO, KDR Designer Showrooms
Kansas City Panel
Kelly Wilson, Weave Gotcha Covered
Linda Adams, Sew Divine
Barbara Holt, Sterlinghouse
Moderated by Kevin Kenney, President/CEO, KDR Designer Showrooms
Minneapolis Panel
Jim Kaiser, Artistic Drapery & Upholstery
Jan Benz, Accent Drapery
Maud Duggan, Union Place
Moderated by Ashlee Morgan, Window Covering Department Supervisor, KDR Designer Showrooms
The Future of Designer Workrooms conversation covered:
- Transparency in pricing
- Value of turnkey services
- Technology
- Uniform means of communication between designer and workroom
- Timeliness of production
- Educating and marketing to the new generations of design professionals?
- Will your workroom alter ready-made
product ?
In summary, The Future of Designer Workrooms panel discussion was an important first step to help guide us in future collaborations of educational seminars for the year ahead. Stay tuned for what’s to come in 2020.
Scroll to view photo galleries and the KDR Fall Market Giveaway winners.
Fall Market Giveaway Winners
Congratulations to the Fall Market 2019 winners! The winners each receive a gift card valued at $400 to Nordstrom. Attendees can enter for a chance to win the grand prize gift in the KDR Fall Market Passport Giveaway. One winner per showroom location.
- St. Louis Showroom Winner: Melanie Christoff, Cure Design Group
- Kansas City Showroom Winner: Christine Julian, Christine Julian Interiors
- Minneapolis Showroom Winner: Janice Lusignan, Drapes by Janice
We extend our gratitude to event partners.
Special thanks to our panel of designer workroom owners.
Industry partners: Walbrandt Technologies, Woven Concepts, Cosentino, Twigs & Moss.
Manufacturer representatives from: Century, Hancock & Moore, Jessica Charles, Taylor King, Maitland-Smith, Hickory Chair, Pearson, Hickory White, Lillian August, Sherrill Furniture, Thayer Coggin, Lee Industries, Hartmann&Forbes, Paris Texas Hardware, The Finial Company, Select, Kirsch, Zimmer + Rohde, Kravet, Lee Jofa, Romo, Phillip Jeffries, Samuel & Sons, Cowtan & Tout, JAB, Robert Allen Duralee, Norbar and more.
Catering provided by Gourmet to Go, Blue Pot Catering, Lila Buffet Styling, The Dapper Doughnut, Donutology and Sip Coffeebar.
Photography courtesy of Rachel Hwang.
Looking for home interior inspiration? Take a tour inside KDR’s Kansas City showroom with our new Style Clips video series. Explore the latest trends and inspirations in home furnishings from the carefully curated vignettes.
Want to shop our products in person? Visit the Kansas City showroom conveniently located in Lenexa, Kansas or plan a trip to your local KDR showroom.
Have a question about a product or display that you’ve seen in our videos? Contact us today. One of our knowledgeable and friendly sales associates will be happy to help answer your questions.
Introducing Style Clips, a video series where viewers can explore our carefully curated vignettes throughout all three showrooms.
Explore the latest trends and inspiration in the carefully curated vignettes from KDR’s Minneapolis showroom.
Want to experience it in person? Walk right in one of our showrooms to take it for a test drive. Have a question about a product or want to learn more about the special order options? Give us a call or drop us a line. One of our knowledgeable and friendly sales associates will be happy to help answer your questions.
To learn more about our products and displays in this video, contact us. We look forward to assisting you.
