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Casual Market Chicago Welcomes New Exhibitors

Furniture World News Desk on 7/15/2016


The Mart in Chicago recently announced a line up of NEW manufacturers who will exhibit at Casual Market Chicago September 20-23. New exhibitors such as ARTiculatedshade and Kingston Casual Furniture add to the Market’s vibrant mix of offerings and include a wide range of products.

“Kingston Casual is excited to introduce our line for the first time at the Casual Market Chicago because of the diverse buyers who attend the show. Kingston is unique because we can produce three mediums (all weather wicker, aluminum and teak furniture) allowing customers to mix them all into one single container with no minimum. Because of the wide reach of those who attend the Casual Market Chicago, this was the only market that made sense for the Kingston Casual launch. We will show eleven new collections at the market, including five lines developed exclusively for the Casual Classics Buying Group,” said Dow Canup, president of Kingston Casual.

“We have chosen the Casual Furniture Market to debut our large compact umbrellas for its broad exposure to industry experts and potential for immediate and valuable feedback. First impressions are important and the more novel a product, the more important the first impression seems to be. But it’s lasting impressions that make or break a company. We look forward to forming first and lasting impressions with the many professionals Chicago hosts who seek enduring value beyond any novelty,” said Jennifer Arndt, founder of ARTiculatedshade.

For almost four decades, Casual Market Chicago has offered the most complete collection of furniture, trends and accessories for outdoor living. And, it's the only show in North America dedicated to the casual and outdoor furnishings industry that is exclusively endorsed by the International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA).

“We strive to make Casual Market Chicago the most compelling showcase of the newest, most innovative outdoor furnishings in the industry, and we think the fact that exhibitors chose this show to debut at really speaks to the importance of Casual Market Chicago,” Julia Chappell, Managing Director of Marketing.

A Sample of New Exhibitors Includes:

  • ARTiculatedshade
  • Byer of Maine
  • Kingston Casual Furniture
  • New Growth Designs
  • Poly Concepts LLC
  • Prism Hardscapes
  • Sunbeam Outdoor Living by Jaytrends, Inc.
  • Tana Bana
  • Wedgewood Furniture

Attendees will see 250+ leading manufacturers in the outdoor/casual furniture and accessories industries in more than 350,000 square feet of exhibit space including more than 45 permanent showrooms on floors 15+16 and select showrooms on 14th floor, as well as temporary exhibitors located in the temporary Market Suites on the 7th floor of the Mart. It’s the first place to view the latest products, in a multitude of categories: Furnishings (including wrought iron/aluminum, cast metal/cast combination, rattan/wicker/woven materials, tubular materials, resin/fiberglass and wood), umbrellas, hammocks, grills, outdoor lighting, outdoor carpeting and rugs, garden accessories, tabletop, statues, fountains, outdoor bars, outdoor hearth and heating products, alternative tabletops and pool and spa accessories.

More about Casual Market Chicago: Casual Market Chicago is a four-day trade show that provides retailers with an outlet to find all things related to outdoor and casual living. Featuring the latest products and trends in the industry, the Casual Market features permanent showrooms and temporary exhibitors totaling approximately 350,000 square feet of exhibit in The Mart.