April 24, 2006
Iris Dates, VP of HKS Inc.
Iris Dates, designer of Family by the Bishop+Dates collaborative, has joined HKS Inc. as vice president and senior interior designer.

September 27, 2005
Official Embrace Website Launched
The Embrace Furnishings by Carolina website has been redesigned to provide in-depth product information, designer profiles and detailed ordering and contact information.

June 28, 2005
Metropolis Magazine Features Family
Embrace Furnishings by Carolina and Family by the Bishop+Dates Collaborative NeoCon introduction featured on Metropolis Magazine's Live@Metropolis.

June 16, 2005
Family a Big Hit at NeoCon 2005
The first introduction from Embrace Furnishings by Carolina, Family by the Bishop+Dates Collaborative, was a huge hit this NeoCon 2005 at Chicago's Merchandise Mart. Carolina refurbished their 3500 square ft showroom to debut Embrace Furnishings. Visitors mingled with Family designers Linda Bishop and Iris Dates throughout all three days of NeoCon. Guests celebrated the historic debut with a Carolina Cocktail Party Monday evening. Check out the photos.

June 13, 2005
Carolina Inducted as a Founding Industry Adviser Council Member of AAHID
On June 13, 2005, Carolina was one of ten Founding Industry Advisors inducted at an AAHID ceremony in Chicago, Illinois. The American Academy of Healthcare Interior Designers (AAHID) distinguishes qualified interior designers who understand the unique requirements of healthcare facilities. The newly formed academy is the certification board of choice for healthcare interior designers and was founded to elevate the standards for the design and specification of healthcare interiors. Visit www.aahid.org for complete information on AAHID accreditation.

May 02, 2005
Embrace on Cover of Monday Morning Quarterback
The Monday Morning Quarterback gives front cover exposure to Family by the Bishop+Dates Collaborative and calls the launching of Embrace Furnishings by Carolina "a significant step in reaching the interior design and architectural communities." Read more by downloading the full issue.

April 4, 2005
Embrace Furnishings by Carolina 2005 Marketing Campaign Unveiled
Carolina has unveiled their new campaign for Embrace Furnishings by Carolina. A new advertising campaign, website and direct mail campaign along with a dedicated Chicago showroom will reveal Embrace's message to the design community. Check out the ads. The introductory website gives visitors a peak at Embrace's new identity, philosophy, designer highlight, and previews of upcoming collections.