D&WC October 1997

Special Features

Guest Editorial: Love Thy Customer
A retailer's commitment to customers must be unshakable.
by Jim Donnellan

Cover Story: That Special Gift
A personal touch with a few extras gives SunDance Interiors its winning edge.
by Howard Shingle, photography by Yamada-Lapides Photography

Trends Watch: Baby Boomers Create Booming Cross-over Market
Retailers serving residential markets have an opportunity to grow in other areas.
by Linda Newman Brown, ASID

Product and Design

Portfolio: Flashback to Yesteryear
New window, wall and room accessories to take your imagination on a journey to days gone by.
Created and written by Barbara J. August; graphic design by Kelley O'Rourke

The Big Picture: Sharing Is Smart Business
Achieving greater rewards for all is not necessarily too good to be true.
by Cheryl Strickland, WCAA

Design Solutions: Designing the Entire Space: Additional Profit Potential
Try adding room furnishings, accessories, wall and floor coverings to your product and service line.
by Sharon L. Anderson

Design Perspectives: Yesterday Once More
Retro Modern has a long distinguished history, but is just not for everyone.
by Karla J. Nielson, Allied ASID, WCAA

Business Issues

Workroom Operations: But I Can't Afford that Equipment!
Are you sure you can afford not to invest in efficient professional equipment or tools?
by Kitty Stein, WCAA

On-line: Remaining Afloat in a Rising Tide of Data
Here are some tips to ward off information overload.
by Reid Goldsborough

Design Lines: The Gift of Future Business
Everyone wins with the right offer.
by Susan Dudics-Dean

Trade Shows: International Window Coverings Expo Plans Take Shape
Show scheduled for Baltimore next March.

Showcases

Pleated and Cellular Shades

Drapery Hardware

Merchandising Tools

News & Information

Follow-up

Buyer's Product Review

Editorial

WCAA Notes