Jeff Lichtenstein, Publisher

RECORD HOME SALES LEAD TO
FURNITURE BOOM

ccording to a recent census report, Florida remains the No. 1 place to relocate for the third decade in a row. And the Sunshine State’s population is projected to continue to grow thanks to those moving here from throughout the United States and abroad.

During the first few months of 2003, counties such as Palm Beach reported over a 40 percent increase in single-family housing starts.
Many people from other states throughout the country, in addition to Latin Americans and Europeans, are heading here in droves. And it’s no surprise. Florida’s balmy climate and abundant beachfront property are always magnets for the rich and famous who appreciate good design.

What does this mean for the design industry in Florida? The more homes people buy, the more furniture they need to fill them. To accommodate the growing population, furniture showrooms anticipate the needs and tastes of their clients, no matter where they’re moving from.

Like these showrooms, Florida Design appeals to our readers with designs that showcase the unique style of Florida. For those who have already moved here or are planning to, Florida Design provides readers with the opportunity to see Florida styles that are rarely seen in other national publications.

Vol. 13 No. 3