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Associated Press
14-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Form + Flow Celebrates One Year Anniversary, Redefining the Future of Furniture with Vision, Craft, and Purpose
07/14/2025, San Francisco, California // PRODIGY: Feature Story // Form + Flow proudly celebrates one year of carving out a name for itself in the competitive world of custom commercial furniture. The company has fused high-end design, hands-on craftsmanship, with a deep humanitarian mission into every piece they create. Furniture by Form + Flow Founded by Borum Ahn, a trained interior designer with over 16 years of industry experience and a celebrated portfolio through her first company, Borum Design + Build, Form + Flow was born from a vision to elevate space, while making a tangible difference in people's lives. Form + Flow is more than a typical furniture company. Ahn, who studied interior Architecture and trained at some of the world's top architecture firms, brings a level of detail and intentionality to furniture that sets her apart from the big-box, mass-produced landscape. From private residences to commercial interiors, boutique hotels to global brands, Form + Flow designs furniture that is ergonomic, elegant, and timeless. Every piece is infused with Ahn's architectural precision and understanding of how physical spaces influence emotional experience. 'We're crafting pieces that support how people move, gather, and feel. It's designed with empathy and with purpose,' she said. Ahn's expertise spans over a decade of working on high-end residential and commercial interiors through her flagship company, Borum Design + Build, a firm known for its full-service design and build experience that manages everything from space planning and permitting to construction and final installation. That same all-in-one philosophy is embedded in Form + Flow's approach. Together with her husband, Ji Ahn, an architect and construction expert, the duo has built Form + Flow as a design-forward, mission-powered brand. Their passion isn't just about what fills a space; it's about what that space represents. And that's where Form + Flow becomes something extraordinary. In its first year, Form + Flow has partnered with some of the top interior designers, commercial developers, and boutique clients to bring bespoke furniture to life. The company specializes in custom builds, offering full project support from design development and budget planning to white-glove installation and art curation, typically completed within a few days. Furniture by Form + Flow Their pieces, marked by clean lines, cultural influences, and timeless sophistication, now grace executive lounges, restaurants, and luxury residences around the world. 'We believe furniture should do more than just fill a space; it should move the space,' said Ahn. 'It should tell a story, inspire creativity, and bring peace.' The serial entrepreneur further shared, 'This company started not only out of a love for design but from a calling. At Form + Flow, we design and build furniture that transforms spaces and restores lives. Every project supports our ongoing fight against human trafficking, a cause that is deeply personal to me.' Through her businesses, Ahn funds anti-trafficking missions, supports career fairs for survivors, and provides mentorship, food and outreach to those currently exploited. Looking ahead, Form + Flow is even expanding its ready-to-order catalog while continuing to serve architects and designers with tailored, high-touch solutions. As the company celebrates its first year in business, Ahn is proud of what the company represents. 'When you invest in a piece from Form + Flow, you're not just getting quality craftsmanship; you're partnering in something bigger,' she says. 'You're supporting a business that believes in beauty with impact, in design that heals, and in transforming brokenness into hope.' Media Contact Name: Borum Ahn Email: [email protected]
Associated Press
23-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
NoLogo.com Launches to Disrupt the $1 Trillion Global Home Goods Market
New platform removes designer markups with AI-powered, factory-direct custom furniture. LOS ANGELES, June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today marks the official launch of an e-commerce platform redefining how premium furniture is designed, priced, and delivered. NoLogo eliminates retail and brand markups by leveraging AI, a digitally native supply chain, and direct-to-factory production, making high-end, custom furniture more accessible. NoLogo is the brainchild of Kevin Miller (CEO, co-founder of GR0, and former Google executive), Jon Zacharias (CMO, co-founder and President of GR0), and AJ Jain (CTO, formerly of Opendoor and ThinkSys). Together, they aim to bring greater transparency and efficiency to the bloated home goods industry. 'Designer furniture today is priced like luxury fashion — inflated by brand premiums, showrooms, and outdated supply chains,' said Kevin Miller, CEO of NoLogo. 'We're flipping that model so consumers can access premium, custom-made furniture without paying for a logo.' The $1 Trillion Problem: Why NoLogo Exists NoLogo was built to solve a common frustration: furniture prices often have more to do with branding than craftsmanship. Their research shows: How It Works: Upload a Link. Get a Custom Product. Using its AI-powered quoting engine, NoLogo can instantly turn any product link, image, or idea into a custom furniture quote with a 3D rendering. Behind the scenes, its global factory network (the same network used by top luxury brands) enables on-demand manufacturing at near mass-production cost. Key benefits include: More Than Furniture While the initial focus is premium furniture, NoLogo's underlying platform is built for broader categories, including décor, lighting, outdoor, kitchenware, and textiles. 'We're doing more than building a furniture company,' added Jon Zacharias, CMO of NoLogo. 'We're creating a smarter, more transparent supply chain for all custom home goods.' To learn more, visit or contact Kevin Miller at [email protected]. About NoLogo NoLogo is a digital-first platform transforming how custom home goods are made and sold. By removing retail overhead and brand markups, NoLogo delivers premium, made-to-order furniture straight from top-tier factories to your door at transparent prices that reflect true cost. Media Contact: Kevin Miller CEO, NoLogo [email protected] Instagram | TikTok View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE NoLogo
South China Morning Post
17-06-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
How handcrafted wood creates rustic vibes in this Hong Kong home
In 2022, when Kenzo and Lynn Ng met woodworker Filip Winiewicz and asked him to make 'everything' for their new 2,100 sq ft, two-storey home, they weren't joking. The facade and basic shell of the three-bedroom house in the northern New Territories had been finished when a developer sold it to them but still to come were most of the interior details. Together with Winiewicz, of Hardwood HK, the Ngs stepped in and altered the trajectory of the home's design, departing from the developer's cookie-cutter plans and instead adopting a stylish, artisanal aesthetic that hints more at a rustic retreat in Thailand or Bali, Indonesia, than a home in densely packed Hong Kong. Dressing area. Photo: Eugene Chan 'I started with a conservative proposal,' says Winiewicz, 'but Kenzo and Lynn were very receptive to my ideas, so we ended up changing the entire look of the interior – installing thick, wooden beams, slatted ceilings, louvres and doors as well as handcrafted cabinetry, shelving and furniture throughout.' Originally from Poland, where he had worked as an architect, he set up Hardwood HK seven years ago and specialises in high-end, custom-made furniture 'At the time, the Ngs' home was the largest project I had worked on,' he says, 'the first time I had done a full house rather than pieces of loose furniture, and one without a designer involved.' Rather than overdesigning the house, Winiewicz decided to create a simple framework for it that could be personalised by the couple, their daughter, Sharwae, now 12, and son, Tyen, nine. On the top floor are the three bedrooms, walk-in wardrobe and two bathrooms, while the ground floor accommodates the living areas and kitchen-dining room.
The Sun
07-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
I jetted to China to furnish my UK house – for £1k I got a king-sized bed, mattress, tables, chairs and MORE
A YOUNG woman has jetted off to China to furnish her UK house. Shirley Bekker took to social media to share her experience, leaving people stunned by just how affordable it was. 2 She decided to spend six days in Foshan, China, to find furniture for her new house. And it seems to have worked in her favour; not only does she cut out the middleman by going to the manufacturers directly, but she was also able to get her furniture customised to her liking. Shirley spent the day looking for furniture for her bedroom and managed to kit it out for just £1,000. First, she looked for the ideal mattress to take home along with a bedframe. She ended up finding both and was able to customise the colour of the bedframe. In total, the two pieces cost her just £350. Next, she spotted a large chair and foot stool for her bedroom to match her new bed frame. "Shirley almost choked on her own saliva when the man said £185 for the set. But she quickly calmed down," the video read. "After reverse search imaging the chair, it revealed that the chair alone costs thousands of pounds in the UK. Eventually, she shook hands at £165." Next, she found a dressing table and chair that she was also able to customise for £170. Shoppers urged 'not to blink' and get their hands on Home Bargains garden essential that sold out fast last time and it makes your garden extra cute - TikTok homebargainsofficialuk While she was meant to be shopping for her bedroom, Shirley got distracted with the outside furniture and picked up an egg chair for just £45. She also bought a table and chair set for outside as well as a TV stand. "I spent £1000 today and managed to buy: king-sized custom bed, perfect mattress for my back, egg chair, Bistro table and chair, TV table, 6 handmade ceramic pots, dressing mirror, Japanese style chair and pouffe," added Shirley. The clip went viral on her TikTok account @ shirley_bekker with 319k views and 47k likes. People were quick to share their thoughts and were eager to try it for themselves. One person wrote: "Ok I've seen enough… anyone wanna go China and go halves on a shipping container to the UK???" Another commented: 'How much to ship to the UK? Cos I'm gonna need to book a flight to China." "Oh so we're being ripped off real bad here in the UK," penned a third. Meanwhile a fourth said: "This is crazy. I might make a trip too." "I have never been so influenced to go to China,' claimed a fifth. Someone else added: '£350 for the whole bed is insane."
Cosmopolitan ME
03-06-2025
- Business
- Cosmopolitan ME
Cosmo Cribs: I dropped most of my paycheck on this item and I don't regret it
Okay, hear me out. Dropping a large portion of your paycheck on a single piece of furniture sounds chaotic… but what if it's actually a power move? I'm talking about a fully custom-made-for-you item. When I moved into my new place, I promised myself I wouldn't go down the basic couch route just because it was 'easy.' I wanted something that looked like me. Neutral, yes, but also cosy, and a little bit fancy. After deep-diving into the furniture side of Instagram, I found Palm Living and instantly fell into a rabbit hole. Their vibe? European minimalism meets modern desert girl. Sold. Palm Living is based in Dubai and specialises in bespoke furniture that doesn't feel like everyone else's Pinterest board. You don't just click 'add to cart', you actually design the piece with them. I booked a visit to their showroom, and it was giving 'main character on a home makeover show.' Think perfectly lit setups, cosy textures, and helpful humans who genuinely want your sofa to be a 10/10. I tested different styles, lounged on everything as if I lived there, and then got into the fabrics, which was the best part. Boucle, velvet, chunky cotton blends… literal heaven and the team guided me through foam firmness (yes, that matters), custom sizing, and finishing touches. It felt less like shopping and more like curating your future living room personality. I landed on a cloud sofa with textured fabric that's basically the quiet luxury of couches. When it arrived, I actually gasped. It changed the entire energy of my space. It didn't just look good, it made me want to light a candle, put on a face mask, and take a thousand photos of my living room. Was it cheap? No. But honestly, investing in quality furniture is peak self-care. We're in our soft homebody era. I wanted something that wouldn't flatten in a year or become dated. I wanted a couch that would survive mood swings, dinner parties, and spirals alike. And I got it. The best part? Palm Living isn't some faceless furniture chain. The brand was founded in 2020 by two British co-founders, Nikki Martin and Karen Dougall, who wanted to bring affordable, high-quality, Euro-inspired design to Dubai. Everything is made to order in their own UAE-based factory, and all their designs are created in-house. So no, I don't regret spending most of my paycheck. My sofa is hot, my space is calm, and I now have a living room that looks like it was curated by someone who has their life together…even if I don't. Visit if you're ready to enter your custom furniture era. Just don't blame me when you start planning your next glow-up around a boucle armchair.
