VRD Members, Brand Partners Among the Finalists for the 37th ARTS Awards at Dallas Market Center

We're shining a spotlight on the VRD members and brand partners who are shaping the Home Furnishings industry at this year's ARTS Awards.

Dallas Market Center and ART, the creative home furnishings network, are excited to reveal the finalists for the 37th annual ARTS Awards — the home industry’s premier program recognizing outstanding achievement and innovation.

Since its founding in 1988, ART has been a dynamic force supporting manufacturers, retailers, and representatives through education, networking, and programs like the ARTS Awards that celebrate excellence across the industry.

This year, a committee of industry experts reviewed hundreds of nominations, selecting a group of finalists who exemplify the creativity, talent, and passion shaping the future of home design. These finalists will advance to the next judging stage this fall, where a separate panel will determine the winners. The awards will be presented at the gala on Friday, January 8, 2027, at the Hilton Anatole during Total Home & Gift Market and Lightovation.

Dallas Market Center is North America’s leading wholesale marketplace, connecting retailers and interior designers with top manufacturers across home décor, lighting, gifts, apparel, and more. Its world-class campus hosts a range of trade events and daily showrooms, offering inspiration and business opportunities year-round.

The finalists — many of whom are also VRD members, brand partners and supporters — represent a broad spectrum of categories, from Interior Designers and Product Manufacturers to Retailers, reflecting the industry’s depth and diversity.

Spotlight on Finalists

• Interior Designers: Traci Connell, Nicole Culler

• Product Designers: Jason Phillips

• Wall Décor: LDN Art Collections, Wexel Art

• Accent Furniture: Bernhardt Furniture, Eichholtz USA

• Home Textiles: HiEnd Accents

• Home Accents: The Howard Elliott Collection

• Area Rugs: Unique Loom

• Retailer — Furniture Store: Star Furniture Company, LLC

Special honors, including the Academy of Achievement and HEARTS Award recipients, will be announced soon, adding even more excitement to the season.

Join the Celebration

Reservations for the 37th ARTS Awards gala open in early October. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate the best and brightest of the home furnishings industry at this inspiring event.

For full details on finalists, award categories, and event information, visit dallasmarketcenter.com/ArtsAwards.

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