The articles that I found through this web page strongly focused on e-commerce becoming the new trend in the housewares market. This shows a cultural tendency of consumers relying more on computers and electronics in daily life.
Here is the link to a News Archive specifically related to home furnishings in the year 2000.
Of primary note:
May 16th, 2000- Russia’s first Ikea store in Moscow. 40,000 people lined up, traffic backed up for miles.
June/July, 2000- Internet retail of homefurnishings. Shipping issues and customer satisfaction becomes a big problem.
Oct/Nov. 2000- Harry Potter influence seen in home furnishings from sequins to old fashioned trims and embroidery to childrens’ furniture bearing the Hogwarts theme.
Nov. 2000- Cuban fever hits home furnishings. Colorful styles and tropical mystique.
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