The International Casual Furnishings Association has announced the finalists for the 2014 Apollo Awards. The program recognizes retail excellence in the sales and marketing of outdoor furnishings.

Finalists must demonstrate outstanding accomplishments and a commitment to customer service. The ICFA membership will vote via an online ballot for a winner in each of two categories later this summer.

Finalists will be honored and the winners announced at the ICFA Awards Gala on September 18 at the Chicago Field Museum during the International Casual Furniture & Accessories Market.  

Finalists in the 2014 competition include:

Single Store Category
Daylight Home & Garden
San Luis Obispo, California

Outdoor Elegance
LaVerne, California

Paines Patio
Pocasset, Massachusetts

The Pool & Patio Center
Metairie, Louisiana

Sunnyland Furniture
Dallas, Texas

Multi-Store Category
Great Gatherings
Annapolis, Maryland, and Gainesville, Virginia

Jack Wills Outdoor Living
Tulsa, Oklahoma

Outside in Style
Austin, Texas

Patios Plus
Rancho Mirage, California

Yard Art Patio & Fireplace
Irving, Texas