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The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Announces 2024 Inductees
On October 27, during the High Point Market, five influential industry leaders were inducted into the American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame. Steven F. Elton, friend of 200 Lex, along with Joseph P. Cory Sr., former chairman of Cory 1st Choice Home Delivery; Thomas Day, designer and cabinetmaker; Bob McCreary, founder of McCreary Modern; and Clarence H. Smith, chairman and CEO of Havertys Furniture joined the current 134 members of the Hall of Fame.
The New York Design Center celebrates this year’s esteemed honorees, especially Steven F. Elton, chief brand curator of Brown Jordan, who transformed the outdoor furniture category with his keen eye for textiles and contemporary design. After joining Brown Jordan in 1990, Elton played a key role in expanding its reputation as a producer of luxury outdoor furnishings, building on a cornerstone of heirloom quality and design innovation. He directed the introduction of a steady stream of fashion-forward designs, forging collaborations with leading industry designers and high-end fabric sources. A passionate brand ambassador for Brown Jordan, Elton elevated the entire casual industry through his creative use of photography, catalogs and showroom displays. He also led high-profile design projects at The White House, Smithsonian Gardens and Winterthur. Elton also serves on the board of the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club.
“This year’s impressive group of inductees represents a broad spectrum of superior accomplishments and enduring excellence from across the industry, including manufacturing, retail, design, outdoor and transportation,” says Steve Rusing, president of the American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation Board of Directors “These five leaders have positively impacted the industry in a multitude of ways and, through their achievements, provide exceptional role models for future leaders building their careers in the dynamic world of home furnishings.”
