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Arclinea Boston Wins 2008 Chrysalis Award for Best Kitchen Remodel

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 12:17:04 GMT

BOSTON, Mass., June 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A North Kingstown, Rhode Island kitchen designed by Arclinea Boston has won a Chrysalis Award for Best Kitchen Remodel in the Northeastern United States. "To win an award in this highly competitive category is quite an achievement," says Ken Kanline, director of the Chrysalis Awards, which were founded in 1994 to recognize the nation's best work in seventeen general categories of residential remodeling.

This year's winners were selected from more than 536 entries, which were judged by a team of design editors and writers. Entries were judged on overall design, creative use of space and materials, and the degree to which the project enhanced the original structure.

The award-winning Arclinea Boston project posed some interesting challenges. The original kitchen was dated and awkward, with large, bulky cabinetry hanging over a central island, blocking views from the kitchen's work area to its dining space, reducing functionality, and preventing the flow of natural light. The homeowners-a couple with several young children-wanted a more inviting and family-friendly space within the footprint of the existing kitchen that would offer room for comfortable cooking, foot traffic, better sightlines, and additional storage.

Working with Boston architecture firm Ruhl Walker Architects, Arclinea crafted an elegant and inviting kitchen of warm gray oak cabinetry, granite countertops, and an array of integrated appliances. By introducing deep drawers and pull-out pantries, the Arclinea design provides more storage than ever before-even following the removal of the large cabinetry unit that had hung over the island. The new island, wrapped in bright white granite, is an elegant and functional centerpiece that offers additional storage space, a prep sink and built-in disposal. The award-winning kitchen is carefully designed to serve multiple needs, accommodating both serious cooking and casual gathering.

"We're thrilled to share this Chrysalis Award with the talented team at Ruhl Walker Architects," says Arclinea Boston president Philip Guarino. "They worked closely with us to craft an exceptional new kitchen that is no bigger than the previous one, but with a meticulously reconsidered redesign, takes far better advantage of available square footage, resulting in a vastly improved room."

Photos of the Chrysalis Award-winning kitchen can be viewed at: arclineaboston.com/arclinea_contemporary_family_kitchen.html.

Arclinea Boston is the first flagship showroom in the United States for Arclinea-an industry leader in the manufacturing of luxury, contemporary kitchens, designed and coordinated by the acclaimed Italian architect Antonio Citterio. Arclinea kitchens are differentiated by their innovative design, creative technology and exquisite materials. The Boston showroom showcases examples of the entire Arclinea Collection, and offers consumers a full-service, turnkey solution to their kitchen design process.

For more information about Arclinea Boston, please call 617/357-9777 or visit the Arclinea Boston web site, www.arclineaboston.com.

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Charlie Allen Restorations Wins 2008 Chrysalis Award for 'Best Residential Interior'

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 11:52:14 GMT

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., June 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Charlie Allen Restorations, the Cambridge, MA - based full service design-build firm, has won a 2008 Chrysalis Award for the best residential interior renovation in the Northeast United States. The company previously won Chrysalis Awards for Best Historic Renovation Design-Build in 2006 and Best Commercial Historic Renovation in 2004.

"Winning awards in multiple categories is difficult to do. Not only does this speak to Charlie Allen Restorations' versatility, but to their commitment to quality on every project," says Ken Kanline, director of the Chrysalis Awards.

The firm's latest award is for a master bath with adjacent dressing area that was newly built within an 1853 Greek Revival house. Previously a hallway/bedroom, the new space was desperately needed.

"The owners of the home had suffered with an awkward floor plan that placed their only bathroom on the ground floor-downstairs and on the other side of the home from the master bedroom," says Charlie Allen. "They asked us to craft a master bath that would provide all necessary modern amenities while still complementing the historic character of the home."

The resulting bathroom features a glass-encased shower with generous rain-shower style showerhead and steam jets placed throughout. A transom window can be opened during a regular shower or easily closed to take advantage of the steam function. White subway tiles line the shower stall, which includes a seating area with handheld showerhead to make tasks like leg shaving easy and comfortable.

The room features two wash sinks, including one in the private toilet closet. An electric towel warmer and radiant floor heating make the room cozy even on cold winter mornings. Abundant storage is provided with a handy closet, accessible both from the bathroom and from the dressing area outside the bath, allowing freshly laundered towels and other necessities to be placed without entering the bathroom.

Although placed against an interior wall, the space is well lit, with clerestory windows and a frosted glass door letting in abundant light from tall windows lining the adjacent hallway/dressing space.

This project was previously named Boston Globe Magazine's 2007 Bathroom of the Year award and won a 2007 Contractor of the Year (CotY) Award.

The Chrysalis Awards program, begun in 1994, recognizes the nation's best work in seventeen general categories of residential remodeling, as well as regional and national Remodeler of the Year winners. This year's winners were selected from more than 536 entries, which were judged by a team of design editors and writers. Entries were judged on overall design, the creative use of space and materials, and the degree to which the project enhanced the original structure.

Charlie Allen Restorations is an award-winning full service design-build firm specializing in the seamless integration of modern amenities into period homes while retaining original period details. Charlie Allen Restorations combines expert tradespeople and professional project management techniques to deliver exceptional customer satisfaction.

For more information about Charlie Allen Restorations, please call 617/661-7411 or visit www.charlie-allen.com.

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Kathie Chrisicos of Chrisicos Interiors Appointed to Local Leaders Advisory Board

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 10:50:03 GMT

BOSTON, Mass., June 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Chrisicos Interiors - a leading interior design company serving discerning clients throughout New England - is pleased to announce that company President Kathie Chrisicos has been recently appointed to the LocalLeaders.com Advisory Board.

LocalLeaders.com is an innovative on-line comprehensive resource that offers homeowners quick and easy connection with New England's most trusted and experienced experts in seven categories; architects, builders, interior design, landscape design, kitchen and bath, remodeling, and real estate. Ms. Chrisicos' appointment to the board is based on her extensive industry experience and her company's role and industry acclaim within the luxury home community.

A past president of the New England Chapter of the International Furnishings and Design Association (IFDA) in 2006, Ms. Chrisicos is considered one of the areas strongest advocates for the design community. She was named one of the "10 Best Architects/Interior Designers" by Women's Business Magazine for two consecutive years, 2006 and 2007 and is the recipient of the 2007 Silver PRISM Award for "Best Interior Design/Living"- an honor bestowed by the Builders Association of Greater Boston. She also recently served as judge for the 2008 Cornerstone Awards hosted by the Home Builders and Remodeling Association of New Hampshire which recognizes excellence in the building industry and continues to be active in the IFDA as well as the Builders Association.

"It is gratifying to be asked to join the board of Local Leaders to help shape their direction as they grow," states Ms. Chrisicos. "I've always believed that the best way to serve our customers is to be as informed of what's going on in the home industry as possible. This includes being involved with organizations like Local Leader whose mission is to educate the homeowner on the best options for investing in their home."

Chrisicos Interiors with offices in Boston and Waltham, provides interior design services for individual spaces or entire homes, project management, and space planning, as well as decorating consultations, redecorating, window treatment design, color consultations, and furniture selection.

For more information, contact Ms. Chrisicos at (617) 699-9462 or visit the website at www.Chrisicos.com. For press inquiries, contact Joanne DiFrancesco, JDCommunications, Inc. at (781) 828-0323.

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Brighten Up Your Yard with Resin Furniture

Mon, 05 May 2008 14:18:54 GMT

PORTERSVILLE, Pa., May 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Stacking resin chairs and tables from Adams Mfg have many advantages over other, more expensive options for the patio. They're strong, comfortable, and easy to store when they're not being used. And, they are all 100% recyclable. Now, with bright new colors and styles to choose from, they are the best option for the porch, patio, or deck.

Several paint companies manufacture spray paints for resin products, including furniture. However, adding this finish destroys the environmental benefits of resin furniture.

Furniture can no longer be recycled easily because of the additional paint finish. Before painted plastic can be recycled, all of the paint has to be removed from each piece of plastic. And, some think the paint isn't as comfortable to sit in on a hot summer day.

Instead of spending unnecessary money on painting the chair, and worrying about unattractive drips and runs, it is much easier to simply recycle existing resin furniture. It's better for the environment to replace old resin furniture with the season's hottest colors.

Adams' high-quality resin furniture is protected from UV rays without being painted, and your color will stay true as long as you have the chair. It's the best deal for you and the environment!

Established in 1981, Adams Mfg. takes pride in providing high-quality, safe consumer products Made in the USA. In addition to casual furniture, Adams also manufactures Christmas decorating accessories, suction cups, and magnets. The company holds exclusive patents on many of its items.

For more information, please visit www.adamsmfg.com.

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Arclinea San Diego Wins National Honors in Kitchen + Bath Business Design Awards

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 15:25:01 GMT

San Diego Kitchen Design Showroom Recognized as One of Nation's Best

SAN DIEGO, Calif., April 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Arclinea San Diego, and its full-service kitchen design showroom, has won a national design award by Nielsen's Kitchen and Bath Business (K+BB) magazine in the publication's annual awards program. In evaluating new showrooms from around the country for design excellence, the magazine selected Arclinea San Diego as one of the nation's best, awarding the firm its "K+BB 2007 Design Awards, Merit Award." Arclinea San Diego's kitchen design showroom is located in downtown San Diego and features the award-winning Arclinea Collection of contemporary, Italian cabinetry.

The award was officially announced at K/BIS, the nation's largest kitchen and bath trade conference-April 11-13, 2008 in Chicago-with feature editorial in the current issue of K+BB magazine. Kitchen and Bath Business (K+BB) is the nation's leading publication serving kitchen and bath professionals, including kitchen designers, interior designers, architects and manufacturers, as well as the official sponsor of K/BIS.

In its profile of Arclinea San Diego in the April 2008 issue, K+BB magazine recognized the kitchen design firm's commitment to Green design, innovative homeowner resources, and contributions to the San Diego design community. Per the magazine: "Bold-contemporary styling gives this 1,430-sq-ft showroom eye-catching appeal, but a trove of details makes it a truly outstanding venue for promoting the myriad benefits of its products and the creativity of the design professionals who practice here."

Award jurors add, "Arclinea San Diego's showroom design reflects the beauty and sophistication of its sleek product. Customers entering the showroom will find a comprehensive selection to inspire and accomplish their creative vision."

The kitchen showroom was designed by Arclinea San Diego president and owner Lisa Wilson-Wirth, ALLIED AIA / ASID INDUSTRY PARTNER, and Aaron Anderson, AIA, principal, Studio: Anderson, Inc.

"We are incredibly honored to receive this prestigious industry recognition. Through our showroom and in each of our custom kitchen designs for clients, we strive to provide inspiration as to the role the kitchen can play in the modern home," says Lisa Wilson-Wirth, president and owner, Arclinea San Diego.

"We truly believe kitchens should be as beautiful to look at as they are to use, and that functionality and design have an equally important place at the table. Our showroom reinforces this commitment, from the functionality and breadth of our kitchen displays, to our use of the highest quality, eco-intelligent materials and most promising cooking appliances and new technologies."

Arclinea San Diego's downtown showroom is open five days per week - Tuesdays through Saturdays. The company provides comprehensive kitchen design services for kitchen remodeling, renovations and new construction, specializing in contemporary European kitchen design trends and products. Their services include complimentary design consultations for homeowners and the trade. Arclinea custom kitchens can be found in many different living environments-from traditional and modern residences, to custom-built homes and luxurious multi-unit residential developments.

For more information about Arclinea San Diego, visit www.arclineasandiego.com or call 619.564.7440.

ABOUT ARCLINEA

With a legacy of craftsmanship since 1925, Arclinea Arredamenti SpA, is an industry leader in the worldwide kitchen market known for its cutting-edge design, use of exquisite materials, innovative technology and ecological commitment. The Arclinea Collection is designed and coordinated by internationally celebrated architect Antonio Citterio, designer of products for B&B Italia, Maxalto and Flos, among others. The Collection has been awarded a number of prestigious design awards including the "Metropolitan Home Modernism Award" and the "Elle Decor Edida." For more information, visit http://www.arclinea.com .

ABOUT ARCLINEA SAN DIEGO

Arclinea San Diego is the exclusive San Diego area distributor of the Arclinea Collection; one of nine distributors in the United States. The company's flagship San Diego showroom, located at 2515 Fifth Avenue in the Park West neighborhood downtown, features examples of the entire Arclinea Collection, including the company's newest-generation of products. In addition to Arclinea, the company is also a dealer for Gaggenau and Miele cooking appliances and CaesarStone Quartz Surfaces.

For more information, visit www.arclineasandiego.com or call 619.564.7440.

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Arclinea Boston Wins Watermark Award for Contemporary Kitchens Designed for Multi-Unit Condominium Development

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 08:32:40 GMT

Kitchens designed for D4 in Boston's South End; Award sponsored by BUILDER and Custom Home magazines

BOSTON, Mass., April 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Arclinea Boston, the Italian kitchen design showroom, has won a Watermark Grand Award for kitchens it designed for D4, the luxury condominium development in Boston's South End. Produced by BUILDER and Custom Home magazines, the Watermark Awards honor excellence in kitchen and bath design. Jurors for this year's competition reviewed nearly 150 entries.

"Receiving this award shows that meticulously crafted, custom designed kitchens-ergonomic, functional, and elegant-can have a tremendous impact in a multi-unit development," says Arclinea Boston owner Philip Guarino. "A well-crafted kitchen is a smart way for developers to make high-end projects truly exceptional, giving every resident the personalized, cutting-edge kitchen experience they crave."

The award winning Arclinea D4 kitchens feature sleek, exquisite materials and a floor plan that accommodates gourmet level cooking and comfortable entertaining. Crafted as an integral element of each unit's living space, the kitchens feature an open design placing major functions-including refrigerator, wall oven, microwave, and dishwasher-in ergonomic positions along a support wall. A multifunctional island bridges workspace and adjacent areas.

The kitchens incorporate warm teak finishes with a horizontal grain, creating an open, expansive feeling. White Cervaiole marble countertop complements each unit's bright, minimal palette. Abundant storage, ingeniously located in the island and wall units, eliminates clutter. Integrated drawer pulls maintain the kitchen's clean lines. Symmetry is emphasized, with the island perfectly centered against the kitchen's back wall, the sink placed precisely in the middle, and the wall oven and refrigerator placed evenly at either side. The island sink faucet, featuring a sculptural design, is a playful and elegant focal point.

A collaboration between Boston based design firm Urbanica and legendary designer Philippe Starck, D4 is a 26-unit contemporary condominium project built within the South End's former D4 police station. It features a green roof, glass-enclosed 'winter garden' courtyard, garage parking, and on-site concierge services.

Arclinea Boston is the first flagship showroom in the United States for Arclinea-an industry leader in the manufacturing of luxury, contemporary kitchens, designed and coordinated by the acclaimed Italian architect Antonio Citterio. Arclinea kitchens are differentiated by their innovative design, creative technology and exquisite materials. The Boston showroom, located at 10 St. James Avenue in the Design District, showcases examples of the entire Arclinea Collection, and offers consumers a full-service, turnkey solution to their kitchen design process.

For more information about Arclinea Boston, please call 617/357-5777 or visit www.arclineaboston.com.

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There Are All Kinds of Resin Furniture - Which One Works Best for You?

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 14:02:11 GMT

PORTERSVILLE, Pa., April 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Adams Manufacturing Corp. asks, "Which colors are best?" For the big, comfortable resin chaise lounges, white is the best color. Dark colors absorb heat more quickly, and can be uncomfortable to use on sunny days. Anyone who's sat on a hot chaise lounge while wearing a bathing suit will insist that their chaise lounges be white and only white.

For the popular Adirondack resin chairs, all the colors work well. Many people like to coordinate their Adirondacks with the colors they've chosen for their homes and patios. While the darker colors do absorb heat, it's not the big issue it is with chaise lounges.

Any color is appropriate for the other stacking chairs. But, there is one very important consideration. Discerning buyers make sure they have the texture they like. Resin chairs come with two basic types of surface. The glossy finish is easier to keep clean. It can be wiped with a wet cloth, or simply hosed off.

Many prefer the softer, matte finish. That finish is slightly matted, and is not as shiny as the glossy finish. While it's easy to clean, a soapy rag may work better before rinsing it off with a hose or clean water.

There's a big advantage in resin furniture. It doesn't crack, and there's no paint or varnish to maintain. The color goes clear through the resin, so buyers know they won't have to be bothered sanding, filling, and painting every year or so. Anyone who's refinished or repainted a wooden chair knows how long that takes!

If you want to change the color of your resin furniture, your local retailer sells spray cans just for that purpose. In a few minutes, your comfortable resin furniture looks like new, and at a fraction of the cost.

More information: www.adamsmfg.com.

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Gerald Pomeroy Selected to Participate in Boston Design Center Dream Home 2008

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 11:11:34 GMT

BOSTON, Mass., April 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Gerald Pomeroy of the award-winning firm Gerald Pomeroy Design Group, is one of the distinguished designers featured in the Boston Design Center (BDC) Dream Home 2008. Mr. Pomeroy is designing the Dining Room.

Boston Design Center Dream Home 2008 - The Ultimate Design Installation is located on the 6th floor of the Design Center and is an unprecedented design event, showcasing the extraordinary talents of nine of the area's top design firms and the luxury resources available only at The Boston Design Center. Each room has been created to provide inspiration, aspiration and creative ideas to help patrons refine his or her own personal style. Products featured in the designer rooms will be promoted and available for purchase to thousands of online visitors through www.bostondesign.com/dreamhome.

Mr. Pomeroy's dining room features a modern mix of antiques and contemporary art complemented by custom lush de Gournay plum blossom gilded-on-wallpaper and a dramatic and graphic stenciled painted floor. "This is a truly elegant and hypnotic space, that invites you to linger and then lures you back, time and time again," states Mr. Pomeroy. "Some of the distinctive elements in this room are being introduced for the first time. We are thrilled with the result."

The team assisting Pomeroy Interior Design Group with this transformation include: The Classic Group, Inc., architects & builders (construction); Normand St. Marie (wallpaper installation); COD Decorative Painting (stencil-painted floor); Pal Painting (painting); and Miles River Sewing (custom drapes).

Gerald Pomeroy's projects have been showcased on HGTV, NECN's New England Dream House, and in a number of national, regional and local publications, including Traditional Home, The Boston Globe Sunday Magazine, New England Home Magazine, Design New England, Renovation Style, Better Homes & Gardens, Boston Common, and Brunschwig & Fils Up Close, among others. Most recently, a project of Gerald Pomeroy Design Group graced the cover of the 2007 November/December issue of Design New England, and will be featured in the 2008 holiday issue of Traditional Home. Additionally, Mr. Pomeroy's own home will be the feature story in the annual "before & after" summer issue of Traditional Home.

For more information on Gerald Pomeroy Design Group, call (617) 227-6693 or visit their website www.geraldpomeroydesigngroup.com. For further information on the BDC Dream Home, please visit their website www.bostondesign.com.

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CA Boom Design Show Selects High Point Market as Location for Inaugural CA Boom East Show in Fall 2008

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 13:00:23 GMT

Eclectic, Contemporary Design Show from California Chooses High Point Market to Launch First East Coast Show in October '08; Mills Village, a reclaimed Hosiery Mill Complex Turned New Home to Cisco Brothers' LEED Showroom, to be Host Venue

HIGH POINT, N.C. and SANTA MONICA, Calif., April 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The CA Boom Design Show, the west coast's leading design trade show and exhibition, announced today that it has chosen the fall 2008 High Point Market in North Carolina to launch its first-ever east coast show appropriately entitled, CA Boom EAST. The new show will be held at the latest showroom complex in High Point: The Mills Village, formerly the Highland Yard Hosiery Mill turned the most significant LEED project in North Carolina's state history, which also houses the premiere flagship showroom for Cisco Brothers. CA Boom East will open at the Fall '08 High Point Market October 20 through 26, 2008 in a new flexible showroom space at Mills Village located at 1014 Mills Avenue, High Point, NC.

After a thorough review of other North America design shows spanning the past several years, CA Boom Design Show creator and executive producer, Charles Trotter selected the High Point Market as the location for a new design show which will showcase strictly modern, non-traditional products that are authentically designed and manufactured in the designer's origin country. States Trotter, "The High Point Marketplace, continues to have the track record of consistently attracting the world's most important furniture buyers. We see the High Point Market as the center and the future of where real furniture is made and sold and we are very excited to be associated with such a prestigious event."

Brian D. Casey, president and chief executive of the High Point Market Authority comments, "The CA Boom Design Show represents the next generation of contemporary designers and manufacturers and we are thrilled to have CA Boom EAST involved with High Point Market. CA Boom will be complimentary to where High Point is already positioned with the high-end designer community. It is clear that CA Boom's selection of High Point for their new show location further validates our claim as the 'World's Home for Home Furnishings.'"

Over the past five years, Southern California has been home to the CA Boom Design Show which has become a must-attend west coast design event. While the west coast concept of CA Boom has gained international acclaim for promoting contemporary and non-traditional design and architecture - spanning furnishing to surfaces and finishes to doors and windows to prefab - CA Boom EAST will focus on new, independent contemporary furnishing designers and manufacturers that have yet to be discovered by top contemporary and transitional retailers.

CA Boom EAST will be held during the fall '08 High Point Market at the newly opened Mills Village Complex which is also home to the new showroom for Cisco Brothers, Los Angeles-based fine furniture, manufacturer and retailer. Mills Village, once considered an eyesore in the High Point community is now the most significant LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) project to be installed in the City's history and in all of the state of North Carolina. The show will be held in a flexible space on the second floor of Cisco Brothers' new flagship showroom. The 27-acre Mills Village complex itself is comprised of 280,000 sq. ft. of former mill buildings, surrounded by seven acres of natural wetlands and two acres of pitch pine and hardwood forest. The buildings feature reclaimed partitions, ramps, and staircases made 70% from metals and lumber reclaimed from the old structure and its surroundings.

Cisco Pinedo, founder of Cisco Brothers, states, "Having been an exhibitor at CA Boom, I saw firsthand how this show can benefit the design community on the west coast. In addition, the Cisco brand complements CA Boom's business values and we are excited to grow our relationship with the show on both coasts."

As an added value, CA Boom EAST will develop a definitive contemporary design guide to High Point and debut it at the fall 2008 Market. Designed specifically for non-traditional and contemporary retailers, the resource guide will pinpoint the hottest contemporary exhibitors at CA Boom EAST, as well as highlight all of the contemporary showrooms and events involved with High Point Market.

CA Boom EAST Launch at High Point Market
The first CA Boom Design Show took place in the design-savvy community of Santa Monica, California in August 2004. At the helm was Venice, California native Charles Trotter, who was looking to provide an independent, forward-thinking design show on the west coast that harnessed sophisticated event marketing expertise that was previously out of reach to all but the largest corporations and associations, and making it available to the independent, contemporary design community that was underserved and full of promising architects, furniture designers and product designers. To this day, the CA Boom Design Show stays true to its vision and Trotter is looking forward to bringing his show concept to High Point Market this fall.

-- SPECIAL NOTE TO THE MEDIA --
CA Boom Design Show creator and executive producer, Charles Trotter will be attending the spring '08 High Point Market from Sunday, April 6 through Wednesday, April 9. Trotter will be available for in-person interviews throughout Market at the new Cisco Brothers High Point showroom: Cisco at the Mills Village, 1014 Mills Avenue, High Point, NC. On display will be numerous pieces from past CA Boom exhibitors to offer a sampling of the contemporary designers that have participated at the show including: PIE, Bottega Montana, Dellarobia, Magis/Leif Peterson, Not Neutral, Clay & Wood, Areawear, Jonathan Ferrera Gallery, and Motoart. Please contact CA Boom Design Show publicist, Carl Larsen to schedule a meeting during the dates listed above at (310) 210-7018. You are also welcome to attend the Cisco Brothers' Showroom Grand Opening Party on Tuesday, April 8 at 6pm as both Charles Trotter and Cisco Pinedo will be in attendance.

About CA Boom Design Show
The CA Boom Design Show is the leading West Coast independent, multi-discipline design trade show and exhibition that brings the modern design community together to promote authentic and high-quality design, manufacturing and architecture on both U.S. coasts. CA Boom 6: The West Coast will take place from March 28 through 30, 2009 at Santa Monica Airport's Barker Hanger in Southern California. The inaugural CA Boom EAST show will be held during the fall 2008 High Point Market from October 20 through 26, 2008 at the new Cisco Brothers showroom. For more information about the CA Boom design shows, please visit www.caboomshow.com.

About the High Point Market Authority
The High Point Market Authority is the official sponsor of the High Point Market in High Point, North Carolina. Featuring an extensive selection of exhibitors spanning every category, style and price point, encompassing some 12 million square feet of exhibit space, and attracting tens of thousands of visitors from more than 110 countries twice each year, the High Point Market is the driving force of the home furnishings industry. For additional information, visit www.highpointmarket.org.

About Cisco Brothers
Cisco Brothers has built hand-crafted furniture in Los Angeles since 1990. Cisco Brothers embraces the beauty of construction through the use of natural, pure materials, such as wool batting, hemp, jute, cotton, and FSC Certified and reclaimed hardwoods, creating elegant furniture that is environmentally friendly and built to last. Cisco Home is proud to be a part of a cultural evolution toward a sustainable future by producing custom, fully upholstered, hand-made, furnishings. Information about Cisco Brothers is available by calling 323-778-8612, or by visiting www.ciscobrothers.com.

All trademarks acknowledged.

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Natural Salt Crystal Lamps Gain in Popularity with Holistic Crowd

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 08:52:53 GMT

PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Himalayan Salt Shop (www.himalayansaltshop.com) announced today that 2007 fourth quarter sales of its Himalayan Salt Crystal Lamps have doubled from the previous year. Coverage of these lamps in the November 2007 issue of Woman's World magazine and the December 2007 issue of Harper's Bazaar magazine helped fuel the increase in revenue. To continue spreading the word about their natural air-purifying salt lamps, the Himalayan Salt Shop will also be featured on an episode of the cable TV show "Living In Style" which airs this month. The episode of the show will focus on "green products" - products that are environmentally friendly and that promote well-being.

"We are trying to get the word out about these beautiful and natural products," said Ernesto Gaglione, President of the Himalayan Salt Shop, "with the continuing focus on holistic means for health improvement, our natural and unique products strike a chord with those looking to live healthier lives."

Himalayan Salt Crystal Lamps help purify the indoor air of the home via natural ionization. Many see the lamps as a favorable alternative to traditional air purifiers since the lamps are of a natural material, crystal salt, and they are also considered more visually appealing than mechanical air ionizers. These salt crystals, mined from the foothills of the Himalayan Mountains in Asia, are typically orange to reddish in color.

A candelabra-based incandescent bulb serves as the heating source causing the lamp to emit a colorful glow. The company's website can also be visited at www.saltpower.com where individuals can learn about the health benefits of Himalayan Salt Crystal Lamps by visiting the site's "Salt Lamp Information Center."

The company has also announced the growth of their wholesale unit, which presently supplies over sixty retailers across the country who have started carrying Himalayan Salt Shop products.

About The Himalayan Salt Shop:
The Himalayan Salt Shop was founded in 2005 and specializes in the education and marketing of Himalayan Salt Crystal products. Typical customers of the Himalayan Salt Shop include alternative and holistic medicine practitioners, retail store owners, and individuals who prefer natural and organic products. The Himalayan Salt Shop is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey.

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How to Select the Best Resin Chair

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 13:44:17 GMT

PORTERSVILLE, Pa., April 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Adams Manufacturing has discovered that many consumers want to know more about which resin chair is best for them. Basically, all stacking resin chairs come in three sizes. The smallest are called low-backs. They're the most economical. They're usually about 31 inches high at the back, and they weigh about five pounds. They're a good value. They last for years, and don't need to be painted, sanded, or maintained.

Mid-back chairs are a little larger. They're usually 34 inches tall at the back. Their arms and seats are a little wider. They are more comfortable, and offer more support than the low-back chairs.

High-backs are the largest of all stacking resin chairs. Big men prefer a chair that's between 36 and 38 inches high at the back. High-backs are also stronger in construction. Each one usually weighs 7 or 8 pounds, for better strength and reliability. High-back chairs are the most comfortable resin chairs tested, and certified to hold 250 pounds. The high-back's seating area and arm spacing is far more generous. Chairs like the Adams "Tropical Isle" are widely regarded as premier high-back chairs.

The stacking resin Adirondack chairs are neither low-back, mid-back, nor high-back. They're in a class by themselves, and offer one of the best values in lawn and patio furniture. They're large, strong, and very comfortable. Compared to wooden Adirondack chairs, they're a tenth of the cost, and, they don't need to be sanded and painted every year or so.

Regardless of which size and style of stacking resin furniture best fits a user's needs, all of Adams' resin chairs are 100% recyclable and 100% Made in the USA. More information: www.adamsmfg.com.

Adams Manufacturing Corp., 109 West Park Road, Portersville, PA 16051, 1-800-237-8287.

Photographic Fine Art Lamps Feature New Environmentally Responsible LED Lighting

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 07:16:51 GMT

CARPINTERIA, Calif., Feb. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Holland Scott Gallery today announces the debut of the Environmentally Responsible Green Energy Fine Art Lamps. These lamps combine energy-efficiency technology with fine-art design. Elegant photographic floral images and art-deco linoleum patterns from the 1930's are the result of energy efficient LED (Light Emitting Diode) lamp technology and the Giclee (zhee-clay) fine-art printmaking process.

The Giclee printmaking process uses permanent archival vegetable die inks on the cylindrical illuminated photographic image. Additional lamp designs are in production.

Omnidirectional, these LED lamps provide the correct color temperature of daylight for displaying naturally brilliant photographic colors. They also generate no heat and are free from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays that may cause fading over time. More importantly, LED lamps use 80 to 90 percent less energy than the incandescent lamps they replace.

Inventor and artist, Candy Hawthorne, along with her husband and art dealer, Scott, also a professional photographer and a true-digital art pioneer, are the brains behind the first Green Energy Fine Art Lamps. They have been creating art mediums with computers and technology since 1978.

Scott is a designer and creative evangelist; his contemporary photographic works are represented in each lamp he designs.

"The natural photographic beauty is complemented with the soft LED lighting; these new lamps look spectacular," Scott said. "The eco-friendliness of the new lamps is also very exciting."

The new long lasting LED lighting is provided by LEDtronics, one of the leading LED lighting design and manufacturing companies in the U.S.

About the Holland Scott Gallery:
The Holland Scott Gallery (www.hollandscott.com) showcases Santa Barbara area contemporary artists and is a creative gallery where art and design begins as research, and evolves into artistic and commercial appeal. The Holland Scott Giclee Fine Art Printmaking uses state-of-the-art digital imaging technologies to produce limited edition prints.

About LEDtronics:
Since 1983 LEDtronics (www.ledtronics.com) has been the leader in designing and manufacturing environmentally friendly, low-power usage, long-life LED bulbs and LED lamps as a direct replacement to incandescent bulbs.

To learn more, contact: Scott Hawthorne at 805-566-0812; scott @hollandscott.com; or LEDtronics at 800-579-4875; webmaster @LEDtronics.com.

For Second Year in a Row, Kitchen Design Firm Arclinea Boston Named #1 by Local Citysearch Users

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 12:45:42 GMT

Contemporary kitchen designers named best in home decor.

BOSTON, Mass. - Jan. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Arclinea Boston, the area's premier contemporary custom kitchen design firm, has been voted best in the "Home Decor" category by visitors to Citysearch.com's Boston website for the second year in a row.

"Arclinea's contemporary kitchen designs have been recognized worldwide as the standard for meticulous craftsmanship and technological innovation, and since opening in Boston, we've been honored to receive many prestigious design awards," says Arclinea Boston president Philip Guarino. "But recognition from Citysearch is especially gratifying, as it results from actual homeowner testimonials."

On Arclinea's Citysearch page, users posted reviews with headers including "exceptional quality," "really amazing," "the best Boston has in kitchens," and, simply, "wow!"

Arclinea Boston is the flagship U.S. showroom for the Italian manufacturer of exceptionally functional contemporary kitchens. Offering far more than just kitchen cabinets, its showroom features four distinct kitchen models designed and coordinated by legendary Italian architect Antonio Citterio. Each demonstrates elegant, environmentally conscious materials and ergonomic placement solutions. The showroom, which opened in 2001 in Cambridge, moved to its present location at 10 St. James Avenue in Boston's Design District in 2004. Its staff of architects and architects-in-training work with homeowners to craft fully customized kitchen renovations.

Citysearch is the nation's leading Internet local city guide. Each month, more than 20 million diverse users access Citysearch to find out where to go and what to do in their area. The annual "Best of Citysearch" guide highlights the best retail shops, nightlife, service providers, and others in major cities throughout the United States.

For more information about Arclinea Boston, please call 617/357-9777 or visit the Arclinea Boston web site, www.arclineaboston.com.

CA BOOM V: The West Coast Design Show - Media Overview and Calendar Listing

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 14:58:55 GMT

SANTA MONICA, Calif. - Jan. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Highly anticipated annual design show in Southern California hosts largest event to date in March 2008. CA BOOM V features new modern kitchen and bath section, industry-leader prefab exhibition, design + architecture home tours and unprecedented panel discussions.

NEW FEATURES FOR CA BOOM V
* MODERN KITCHEN & BATH SECTION. For the first time outside of a kitchen industry tradeshow, Poliform, Kohler, CHR/Scavolini, New York Loft, Valcucine/Dom, CaesarStone, Liebherr, Advanced Concrete Enhancement, Tonusa, Neo-Metro and more, exhibit at CA Boom's newest exhibitor section.

* "THE FOUR WOMEN OF PREFAB" PANEL DISCUSSION featuring prominent prefab architects Michelle Kaufmann, Jennifer Siegal and Rocio Romero, and moderated by Allison Arieff, the former editor-in-chief of DWELL magazine.

* MANY NEW INTERNATIONAL BRANDS JOIN THE SHOW including Poliform, Scavolini, Dellarobbia, Knoll, Valcucine, CaesarStone, Magis, Lafer, Bentley Prince Street, New York Loft, Liebherr, Rocio Romero and more. Big name brands returning to the show include Herman Miller, Fleetwood, Neo-Metro, and Nana Wall Systems, among others.

* JULIUS SHULMAN PARTICIPATES IN THE MEET AND GREET AND BOOK SIGNING OF "DREAM HOMES LOS ANGELES." Panache Partners, LLC releases its latest issue of impressive coffee table books and hosts a book signing and meet n' greet on Sunday, March 16. Approximately 20 of the book's featured architects - including renowned contributing photographer, Julius Shulman, architects Gwynne Pugh, Larry Scarpa, and Ted Tanaka among others. - will be in attendance at Barker Hangar.

* "POST-HURRICANE KATRINA: ARCHITECTURE, ART & DESIGN IN NEW ORLEANS" PANEL DISCUSION. Organizer Jonathan Ferrara of "New Orleans Artists in Exile" teams with CA Boom Show Manager, Charles Trotter, to present a panel discussion about the current state of New Orleans, LA as it relates to the design industry. The discussion, accompanied by a series of display images is scheduled for Friday, March 14.

* SHOW'S LARGEST VARIETY OF EXHIBITION HALL DISCIPLINES TO DATE. CA Boom V groups related products and services by discipline including: international design manufacturers, national & regional manufacturers, studio furniture, home accessories, modern parenting, modern prefab, indoor/outdoor living, surfaces & finishes and building accessories.

CA BOOM FAVORITES RETURN
* CA BOOM DESIGN + ARCHITECTURE TOURS. These highly anticipated home tours spotlight some of the most exciting, new or recently completed projects in three of the surrounding Westside neighborhoods, with a different featured neighborhood each day: Pacific Palisades Tour on Friday March 14, West Los Angeles Tour on Saturday, March 15 and the Beach Cities Tour of Santa Monica and Venice on Sunday March 16. The tours showcase work by many of LA's best non-traditional architects and designers including Neil Denari, AIA, Jennifer Siegal, Gray Matter Architecture, Felderman Keatinge + Associates, and Built Inc., among others. Attendees tour five residential projects per day and meet the actual architects or designers of the residences. Tour tickets include expo hall entrance fee.

* CA BOOM MODERN PREFAB ZONE. Showing for a third time at CA Boom, the Prefab Zone features projects on site from renowned architects Rocio Romero, LLC, Alchemy Architects/Wee House, H-Haus, Lindal Cedar Homes, Inc., Living Homes, and Sander Architects, among others.

* CA Boom's Famous Trade Floor Party, Friday March 14, 2008 7:30PM - 10:30PM gives attendees the opportunity to visit the exhibits and meet many of the tour architects, their staff and clients. Much of the design community turns out to see the show at this event. The $50 price includes - open bar, appetizers, exhibit viewing and DJ entertainment.

CALENDAR LISTING

SHOW DATES & TIMES

March 14-16, 2008

Exhibit Hall
* Friday: 11am - 5pm (trade only);
* Saturday: 11am - 6pm
* Sunday: 11am - 5pm

Friday Show Floor Party
* 7:30 - 10:30pm

Architecture + Design Home Tours
* Friday, March 14, 2008 - Pacific Palisades Tour: 11:30am - 2:30pm
* Saturday, March 15, 2008 - West Los Angeles Tour: 11:30am - 2:30pm
* Sunday, March 16, 2008 - Beach Cities Tour (Santa Monica & Venice): 11:30am - 2:30pm

LOCATION

Barker Hangar
Santa Monica Airport
3021 Airport Avenue
Santa Monica, CA 90405

TICKET PRICES

* Exhibition Hall: $20/ day
* Design + Architecture Tours: $75/ day
* Three-Day Tour Pass (includes exhibit hall) $205

More information: www.caboomshow.com.

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Bathroom by Charlie Allen Restorations Named Best of 2007 by Boston Globe Magazine

Tue, 08 Jan 2008 10:26:34 GMT

Cambridge room praised for "classically styled yet high tech" design

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. - Jan. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A master bathroom designed and built by Charlie Allen Restorations for an 1853 Greek Revival home in Cambridge has been named "Bathroom of the Year" in Boston Globe Magazine's "Dream Home 2007" competition. The new bathroom was praised for its "imaginative use of space and light," and a "classically styled yet high tech" design.

The homeowners, a young, growing family, desperately needed the new space. Previously, the sole bathroom in their three-story home was on the ground floor, on the opposite side and one floor away from the master bedroom. Charlie Allen Restorations was tasked with introducing a master bath that would feature both modern amenities and a design that complemented the home's 19th-century charm.

Working with architect Tom Downer, the Charlie Allen Restorations team eliminated an existing bedroom and crafted a functional and inviting master bath and dressing space in its place. The highlight of the new master bathroom is a large, glassed-in shower that doubles as a steam room. Radiant floor heating and an electric towel warmer add to the room's appeal-particularly on cold winter mornings. Clerestory windows and frosted glass doors flood the bathroom with abundant natural lighting from adjacent floor-to-ceiling windows.

In the dressing area, large closets, wall cubbies, and custom-designed, furniture-quality armoires were introduced to improve storage for the family. Carefully selected, period-appropriate hardware, doors, base molding, and wide planked, white oak flooring were introduced throughout both areas.

In addition to Downer, other partners on the project include the demolition and disposal firm Mark One, Inc., HVAC specialists Keyes North Atlantic, Puccio Electric, Van Millwork, and the cleaning firm Surfaceworks.

"We're very proud to have this bathroom recognized by the Boston Globe Magazine," says Charlie Allen, founder of the award-winning firm. "It's a great validation of our belief that-with careful planning-new technologies and historic design and architecture can co-exist beautifully."

Charlie Allen Restorations is an award-winning contractor specializing in the seamless integration of modern amenities into period homes while retaining original period details. Charlie Allen Restorations combines expert tradespeople and established project management techniques to deliver exceptional customer satisfaction.

For more information about Charlie Allen Restorations, please call 617/661-7411 or visit www.charlie-allen.com.