Here comes the money? Oct 9, 2009
Citing the lack of a Restoration Hardware store and high-end strawberry frosted cupcakes, the fictional New York couple, Danny and Alex, opted to stay put and just buy a townhouse and live in an unrecognized union with beautiful granite countertops instead. Danny and Alex, the D.C. Council has an offer for you: Victorian townhouses, granite countertops, at least half a dozen high-end cupcakeries and the opportunity for any same-sex couple to get legally hitched maybe even as soon as December. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
GSI Commerce hiring 600 Sep 23, 2009
The number of openings is higher this year after GSI inked major contracts with retailers American Eagle Outfitters and Restoration Hardware. "Actually, in some ways, the recession has been good for retailers who sell online," said Kelly Henry, director of corporate marketing for GSI. "As consumers are seeking value, the Web is a critical tool to help consumers shop around, compare prices and find the best products. E-commerce is the bright spot of retail and will continue to grow faster than... (Florida Today)
ART: Album covers were 'remastered,' too Sep 9, 2009
Officially licensed by The Beatles' , the collection also will be sold in a deluxe limited-run edition of 4,000 at Restoration Hardware. Polk, who served as Capitol's chief operating officer from 2001 to 2007, first proposed a comprehensive book of Beatles album art in the '90s but was shot down because , notoriously resistant to licensing deals, didn't want competition for its Beatles Anthology tome. (USA Today -- Life)
Sentinel Lunchtime Blog (Relationships): Preparing for 'The Big Move' Aug 19, 2009
Now, when you come home from work, it takes a moment to remember that this is your place, with its jasmine potpourri and Restoration Hardware area rugs. Now the towels match. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Toddler's parents draw on timeless decor and a sense of repurpose Aug 9, 2009
The twin headboards were inspired by a Restoration Hardware page, and Townsend had them made by a local furniture maker. They actually hang on the wall since the trundles are moved out now and then. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Do Women Need Men To Succeed? Aug 6, 2009
"If a woman wants advice from someone who has been there, done that, then it pretty much has to be a man," says Deborah Ellinger, president of Restoration Hardware, a home furniture company with 100 stores in North America. Ellinger's key mentor is Marshall Carter, a 69-year-old former Marine and Vietnam War veteran and recipient of the Navy Cross, the highest medal awarded by the Navy and Marine Corps. (W-USA News, DC)
Ways to cope with the heat Jun 20, 2009
In the past few weeks, Restoration Hardware in Buckhead has been experiencing a spike in ceiling fans, tabletop fans, and desk fans purchases. They have really been moving, said Whitney Hardee. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Q&A with 'Resto' Hardware chief Jun 4, 2009
When the first Restoration Hardware opened, its mix of crackled-leather club chairs, retro ceiling fans and wind-up zeppelins immediately identified it as a place men and women would like to shop together ... "There's no escaping we're in a tough economy," says chief executive Gary Friedman, 51, a Gap and Williams-Sonoma veteran who has been running Restoration Hardware since 2001 ... Friedman spoke to us on the phone this month from Restoration Hardware's corporate offices in Corte Madera,... (AZCentral -- Home)
Lego, Teavana to open at Kenwood Towne Centre May 14, 2009
Other tenants include Restoration Hardware, Macy s, Cheesecake Factory and Williams-Sonoma Home. Reader Comments. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Dawson County May 9, 2009
North Georgia Premium Outlets and its 140 brands, including Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Coach, Hugo Boss, J.Crew, Restoration Hardware, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Williams-Sonoma and more, are located here. The Food Pavilion has a nice lineup, including Blue Ridge Bread Co., Jump Asian Express and Mrs. Fields Bakery and Coffee. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Down times hit downtown Apr 28, 2009
He noted that both Borders Books and Restoration Hardware -- major companies with downtown Palo Alto stores -- have seen their figures plummet in recent months. The city is worried about how this trend will affect downtown, he said. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Lincoln Park furniture store closes Mar 24, 2009
In Lincoln Park, Z Gallerie occupied 10,000 square feet in a building owned by Barrington-based GK Development Inc. Another furniture and home decor store, Restoration Hardware Inc., also is a tenant in the building. "Based on (Z Gallerie's) sales, we knew they were struggling," says Sherry Mast, senior vice-president at GK.. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Easy gifting for hard times: an A&E guide Mar 22, 2009
It is only when you are forced to come up with an inexpensive yet thoughtful gift for VANILLA BILL, ever-present BILLY BOY, ruining-my-whole-Christmas BILL, that you get givers block, and you sit in the corner of RESTORATION HARDWARE crying with frustration and stabbing yourself with a screwdriver that doubles as a cocktail stirrer. HAHAHAHA. (Yale Herald, CT)
SEC to Krispy Kreme: Don't Do That Again Mar 6, 2009
After Krispy Kreme, Tate went on to become COO of Restoration Hardware in 2004. His tenure there in 2005 when the results of Krispy Kreme's internal probe were announced. (Slate)
Neo-Victorian designers thrive in Twin Cities Mar 2, 2009
For a while Restoration Hardware was selling distinctly Steampunk-looking goggles, and Rei said she's even seeing bloomers for sale in the women's lingerie department. But she doesn't expect the trend to last. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
