TUESDAY MARCH 2, 2021

J. Randall Powers is Keeping in Check

JRP-long-cropIntroducing the J. Randall Powers Collection by Hartmann&Forbes

Principal of his eponymous Houston, Texas firm and named one of the top interior designers in the country on Elle Decor’s annual A-List, J. Randall Powers is renowned for his classic yet cosmopolitan style. The J. Randall Powers Collection reveals the artisanal quality of Hartmann&Forbes’ handwoven textiles combined with Powers’ penchant for tailored patterns with a playful twist.

"This collection is about the confidence of a structured pattern, something tailored and refined, but of a scale that is playful and invigorating. Using unexpected and sophisticated colors that highlight the natural beauty of Hartmann&Forbes' handwoven products, this collaboration has resulted in something classic and timeless."
– J. Randall Powers

The J. Randall Powers Collection by Hartmann&Forbes includes four Woven-to-Size Grassweave Windowcovering series and two Natural Wallcovering series in fresh, sophisticated colors.

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MONDAY MARCH 1, 2021

ANNOUNCING NEW WASHINGTON, DC SHOWROOM

NEW WASHINGTON, DC SHOWROOM

We are excited to announce DESIGNER LIBRARY as our new representative showroom in Washington, D.C.’s charming Georgetown neighborhood. Owned and operated by Chad Mitchell and Janine Guerin and recently profiled in Architectural Digest, DESIGNER LIBRARY will open in March 2021.  

To comply with COVID-19 restrictions, DESIGNER LIBRARY will be seeing guests by appointment only. To reserve your private appointment, please email hello@designerlibrary.com.

DESIGNER LIBRARY is located at 1667 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington DC 20007, 240-755-7716 www.designerlibrary.com

TUESDAY DECEMBER 29, 2020

New Shade Installation Tools

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         Ultra Clutch

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         Roller Shade Leveling

To assist you in the shade installation process we are creating new online installation instructions. Starting with Ultra Clutch Installation and Troubleshooting Natural Roller Style Shade Leveling. 

 

These new pages include step-by-step instructions and videos to help you through the process. We’ll be building out more pages in the New Year – stay tuned!


For a complete list: Installation Instructions.

TUESDAY DECEMBER 15, 2020

CONTROL CORD & CHAIN OPTIONS UPDATE

Black and White metal ball chains are no longer available for Roman Style shades with a Clutch or Roller Style Shades. We have added a new Charcoal Metal Ball Chain, which is a good substitute for the Black. Please see all options listed below and note in your Style Guide for future reference.

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Clutch Control Loop Options

- Textile Cord Loop
- Bead Chain- Metal Ball Chain

 

 


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Control Loop Options

- Bead Chain
- Metal Ball Chain

 

 


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SHADE SYSTEM
Control Options

- Metal Ball Chain

 

Please direct any questions you might have regarding this update to Customer Relations at 888.582.8780

MONDAY NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Recognizing Child Safety Month

At the Heart of Hartmann&Forbes – Safety by Design
November spotlights Child Safety, but for us, safety and health are at the forefront of everything we do, every day of the year.  We make key decisions throughout the design, weaving, and crafting process of our natural windowcoverings to ensure our products do not endanger those around them. Our Safety by Design™ Initiative is meant to communicate these safety considerations.

Our Dedication to Safety
We remain steadfast in our dedication to make windowcoverings that meet or exceed safety guidelines as prescribed by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the Window Covering Manufacturers Association (WCMA). We conduct ongoing testing to ensure that our windowcoverings are safe to operate, and continually strive to research and engineer innovative solutions and techniques to further improve shade safety.

Contributing to In-Home Health
We minimize the use of additives that may off-gas and reduce indoor air quality. We use natural techniques to achieve rich color tones and low or no VOC paints, stains, and adhesives whenever possible. As a result, our products have a minimal impact on air quality within an interior environment. 

Cordless Innovations 
Our award-winning Rollerfold™ Style combines the aesthetic beauty of a roman-fold shade with the sleek performance and child safety features of a Roller Style shade. This patented-innovative style is Best for Kids Certified when automated. Learn more.

Our Cordless Rollershade is operated by a smooth, silent spring system and delivers a simple and safe solution for spaces that solicit a cordless choice. With one easy pull, this rollershade lifts in a quiet and controlled motion. Learn more.

Eliminating all pull-cords with shade automation is the ultimate in safe, intelligent, and effortless shade functionality. Learn more.

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

CAST YOUR VOTE FOR H&F – ID MAGAZINE’S BoY AWARDS

Interior Design Magazine’s Best of Year Awards is now open for voting. We have submitted our Studio Concepts Collection to be considered. Please show your support by voting in the category “Window Treatments.” 

Studio Concepts is an archetype weave in the making – A concept is an abstract notion or general idea. An archetype is an original pattern or first prototype. Studio Concepts is a fusion of these two ideas founded by artistic curiosity and aimed at presenting a grouping of individual limited-edition designs. Custom handwoven to the size of the window and offered in 4 designs. Explore Studio Concepts.

Voting is live on the Interior Design Best of Year voting site through October 9th. We encourage you to vote once per day.

CAST YOUR VOTE FOR WINDOW TREATMENT

Thank you for your continued support.

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

ASPIRE HOUSE: The Heritage at Claremont

Interior Photography by Lisa Russman

Aspire House: The Heritage at Claremont Designer Showhouse was originally the Parish House of Saint Bernard's Church designed Architect Henry Janeway Hardenbergh. Hardenbergh designed the house in Gothic style with Arts & Crafts influences, he is well-known for designing some of Manhattan's most prestigious structures such as The Plaza Hotel, the original Waldorf Astoria and The Dakota. This year's showhouse benefited the Connie Dwyer Breast Cancer Foundation. 

 

Designer: Nancy Mikulich | NLM Design Interiors 
Mikulich is known for her sophisticated environments incorporating clean and modern aesthetics with an array of art, antiques and custom touches.

Room: Master Bedroom

Windowcovering: Old Style roman shade in KW92 Blossom - Pacific Basin, from the Tailored-to-Size collection, pre-woven and in-stock offering a shorter lead time.

“We have drawn our inspiration from this view of nature, and executed our design with a nod to both classicism and a little of the far east. References to flowers are evident in the art, furniture and lighting. We are using geodes as accent pieces, botanical prints frame the bed wall, integrated with architectural moldings and an accent wallpaper depicting clouds is featured in the bathroom,” said Mikulich to Aspire Design & Home. 

Interior Photography by Lisa Russman

TUESDAY AUGUST 18, 2020

ORDER DEADLINES FOR 2020 HOLIDAY DELIVERY

If you’re planning to install in time for the holidays, please check order placement dates below. Any orders placed after deadline dates will require pre-approval and may incur rush charges. 

Order deadline for shipment by 11/19/20
· 09/24/20: Woven-to-Size: Roman Shades, Roller Style, Draperies, PanelScreen, Top Treatments
· 10/22/20: Tailored-to-Size: Roman Shades, Draperies, PanelScreen, Top Treatments
· 11/05/20: Tailored-to-Size: Roller Shades

Order deadline for shipment by 12/16/20
· 10/21/20: Woven-to-Size: Roman Shades, Roller Style, Draperies, PanelScreen, Top Treatments
· 11/18/20: Tailored-to-Size: Roman Shades, Draperies, PanelScreen, Top Treatments
· 12/02/20: Tailored-to-Size: Roller Shades

Please note the following:
· Woven-to-Size shades over 119," Customer Provided Motor, and Special Order Motors may extend lead time up to three weeks
· Large quantity orders (over 20 units) may have increased lead times
· Selected Tailored-to-Size weaves must be in inventory
· Express shipment fees may apply depending on when you place the order and the shipping address
· Dates are estimated and not guaranteed without a Rush Charge
· Due to circumstances beyond our control, related to the current global health crisis, some shipments could be delayed.

Thank you for your continued support.

MONDAY AUGUST 10, 2020

LE1301 BAREGE NOT AVAILABLE AS ROLLER STYLE SHADE

LE1301 Barege from the ILLUMINATION  series is no longer available as a Roller Style shade but continues to make a beautiful Roman shade, Drapery, or Top Treatment.

Other colorways in the series: LE1292 Pasir, LE1064 Madras, and LE1284 Bishan are still available as a Roller, Roman, Drapery, or Top Treatment.

Please cross off or whiteout “roller” on the back of your current memos and note in your Price List page 33.

Please direct any questions to Customer Relations at 888.582.8780.

LE1301 Barege Discontinued Roller Style

TUESDAY JULY 28, 2020

Best Green Workplaces – Nine Years Running

Since day one, sustainability has been a way of life at Hartmann&Forbes. We pride ourselves in being good stewards of the earth, which is why we are honored to be ranked #21 on the list of Oregon Business Magazine’s "100 Best Green Workplaces," marking our ninth consecutive year.

It’s with thoughtful consideration that we continually seek ways to minimize our impact throughout our harvesting, weaving and finishing processes, as well as drive change within our industry.

The creation of each H&F handwoven shade and wallcovering, begins by choosing only the finest sustainable fibers, each rapidly-renewable and grown in well-managed ecosystems – to create wellness in an interior space. 

Congratulations to all the companies in Oregon who earned this accomplishment.

LEARN MORE ABOUT H&F SUSTAINABILITY

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