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Porto's Michael Perry Joins Duke Panel Discussion on Sustainable Furniture Movement
Michael Perry, co-owner of Porto, a fine home furnishings store in Raleigh and Chapel Hill, will join South Cone Trading Company founder and CEO Gerry Cooklin at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business on Friday, April 11, at 11:45 a.m., to discuss “From the Rainforest to the Living... - April 12, 2008 - Porto
InSylePatio.com Reveals Elegant & Comfortable Outdoor Patio Furniture Decorating Tips
InStylePatio, an established outdoor patio furniture supplier and renowned for its comfortable patio furniture design that boast its own style and elegance, stepped up to reveal professional patio furniture decoration guide. - April 11, 2008 - In Style Patio
Local Flooring Showroom Opens to Public
Homeowners looking to remodel or build new can now select their flooring personally at Interiors by Flooring Services, the Daniel Island showroom of Flooring Services Inc., one of the largest flooring companies serving both commercial and residential clients in the Southeast. Previously only open... - April 09, 2008 - Flooring Services Inc.
Custom Pillow Maker Gives New Life to Old Clothes: Find Meaning in Spring Cleaning with Kricket Designs
To purge or not to purge? Most people face this question each spring as windows are opened, closets are cleaned, and renewal is sought alongside the warmer weather. And while the local charity may receive bundles of goods, clothing items with sentimental value often stay in closets year after... - April 08, 2008 - Kricket Designs
Encouraging Business Bliss at the First Annual Make Mine Pink "Getting Down to Business Retreat"
Make Mine Pink is not only a completely women owned and operated shopping web site, but a unique networking and support group of and for women at every stage of business. In an effort to expand their services to women following their bliss, they are hosting their first annual "Getting Down To... - April 04, 2008 - Make Mine Pink
Yumi & Laurie Launches Spa-Quality Organic blanQuette™ Collection
The Y&L blanQuette™ with its trend-setting designs and fashion forward colors fills a unique niche in the organic market. Luxury buyers are finding the blanQuette™ an ideal compliment to their home environment. - April 04, 2008 - Yumi and Laurie
Things are Looking Up: Ceiling Domes Define Home Decor Renaissance
Ceiling design was once an important facet of home decorating but over the years has fallen by the wayside due to changing tastes and high costs. New production methods have resulted in a recent ceiling decor renaissance and a wealth of new options for designers and home owners. - April 03, 2008 - InvitingHome.com
The Sand Shack Has a New Look
Check out The Sand's Shacks Overhaul. New Look, New Products, Same Exceptional Service. - April 03, 2008 - The Sand Shack
Home Design Professionals Declare War on "Naked Interior Syndrome"
Naked Interior Syndrome has been known to affect home owners all over the world and it’s time the general population became equipped to fight back. Learn more about this condition and what you can do to vanquish it from your home. - April 02, 2008 - InvitingHome.com
Fair-Trade Italian Cushions and Rugs, Exclusively from Tactile Interiors
Design label SoFarSoNear’s new range of silk cushions and woollen rugs is launched exclusively at Tactile Interiors. Ethically sourced and fairly traded, the range is created using wool from Nepal, silk from Thailand – and design talent from the renowned Milanese label. - March 28, 2008 - Tactile Interiors
Showcased to Sell: the Secret Weapon for Home Sellers in an Uncertain Market
With February 2008 markeing the lowest point for home sales in 20 years, it is more important than ever that home sellers properly position their home for sale. - March 27, 2008 - Rediscovered Rooms
Makrolon® 15 Polycarbonate Sheet Now Available from Professional Plastics and Bayer Sheffield
Makrolon® 15 Polycarbonate Sheet - The First Glazing Replacement Option with a 15 Year Performance Warranty, Offers Long-Term Weatherability and is backed by a 15 Year Performance Warranty. - March 26, 2008 - Professional Plastics, Inc.
Granite Shield Countertops Opens Its Doors in Temecula, California
Granite Shield Countertops is pleased to announce it has opened the doors to its newest Granite Shield Countertop retail showroom. - March 26, 2008 - Granite Shield
Optellios Announces Hardened Multi-Zone Intrusion Detection System
Optellios, Inc., announced today that it will be launching a new family of FiberPatrol® intrusion detection systems featuring modular, environmentally hardened 4-zone alarm processors. The new processing units will work with the company’s proven fiber optic multi-zone sensors that require... - March 26, 2008 - Optellios
Aspen Industries, Inc. Selects NM Marketing Communications to Handle Integrated Marcom Campaign & Business Development Efforts
Aspen Industries, Inc., the exclusive manufacturer of the Master Flame brand of fully-vented gas log fireplace burner systems, has chosen NM Marketing Communications, Inc. to handle its marketing communications and business development activities. This includes generating greater awareness of the... - March 25, 2008 - NM Marketing Communications
New Product Casts Shadow on Room Décor
Borders Unlimited announces the release of Sudden Shadows™, a cross between a traditional wall appliqué and a silhouette. These giant-sized, self-adhesive images can be used to quickly and dramatically change the look of any room. - March 25, 2008 - Borders Unlimited. Inc.
Home Security System Checks Reveal Lack of Monitoring Service in MD, DC, and VA: Urban Alarm's Simple Way to Check Alarm Systems
In the event of a medical, fire, safety, or other emergency, alarms notify monitoring services, which then contact local emergency services so they can respond. This all works well unless the system isn’t really connected to a monitoring service. - March 24, 2008 - Urban Alarm
Advanced Film Solutions Announces Their Participation in the Tampa Home & Patio Show, April 18-20, 2008 Tampa Convention Center
Advanced Film Solutions, Tampa Bay's fastest growing Window Film Installation Company will be exhibiting their Vista Window Film, April 18-20, 2008 at the Tampa Convention Center. Enjoy comfort as well as safety and energy rebates from TECO and Progress Energy with NFRC Certified window films. - March 24, 2008 - Advanced Film Solutions
Contractor Recommends Using Design/Builders for Home Remodeling
A Design/Builder is a Better Investment When Doing Home Renovations or Additions. - March 23, 2008 - Fine Designs by Roger Perron Inc.
Just in Time for Spring: Spa and Hot Tub Care and Maintenance Tips from HotTubWorks, the Leading Online Retailer of Spa Supplies
You can ensure many years of enjoyment and relaxation from your spa with just a little bit of tender loving care and regular maintenance. - March 21, 2008 - Hot Tub Works
Better Homes and Gardens Promotes ORGANiKS, 100% Certified Recycled Glass Tile from Susan Jablon Mosaics
Better Homes and Gardens model green home stops in San Francisco on national tour: Promotes ORGANiKS, 100% Certified Recycled Glass Tile. - March 21, 2008 - Susan Jablon Mosaics.com
Real Art Joins the Designer Radiator Market
Radiant Radiators Ltd of Leicester (UK) has introduced the brand new Rad Art range of designer radiators to their ever growing selection of designer radiators. - March 20, 2008 - Radiant Radiators Ltd
Nationally Known Oregon Artist, Cristina Acosta, Represented by High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon
High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon announces the signing of a representation agreement with Nationally known Oregon Artist, Cristina Acosta. - March 19, 2008 - High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon
DirectBuy Re-Opens West Palm Beach Members Only Design Showroom
Low-cost alternative to retail is a one-stop shopping destination for consumers furnishing, remodeling or building a new home. - March 19, 2008 - DirectBuy
Kids Wish Network Enlists Redesign Etc for Houston Teen's Dream Wish Project
Redesign Etc, provider of home staging and real estate redesign services for the Houston – Galveston Bay area, was recently chosen by Florida-based Kids Wish Network, to spearhead a wish-come-true project focusing on a special 16-year old Houston girl stricken with Sickle-cell... - March 19, 2008 - Redesign Etc., Inc.
Historic Typewriter from “Papa” Ernest Hemingway Up for Sale
Earnest "Papa" Hemingway’s manual Royal typewriter, circa 1940, still in its well-worn leather carrying case, will be for sale and on display in the Circa Savannah showroom at 42 E. Bay Street (next door to the historic Cotton Exchange). - March 18, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
DirectBuy Design Showroom Now Open in Puget Sound
Members-only, one-stop shopping destination offers a low-cost alternative for home improvement needs. - March 18, 2008 - DirectBuy
DirectBuy Opens New Atlanta Northeast Members-Only Design Showroom
Low-cost alternative to retail is a one-stop shopping destination for consumers furnishing, remodeling or building a new home. - March 17, 2008 - DirectBuy
Weathered Stone Featured on ABC’s Extreme Makeover
Unique Solution Found in Weathered Stone™. - March 14, 2008 - Weathered Stone
O’Guin Decorative Arts Moves to New Location in Naples, Florida
O’Guin Decorative Arts has been operating in Naples for seven years creating and installing custom wallpapers, fine finishes and textures, as well as natural earth and lime plasters utilizing Old World techniques and internationally-recognized imported materials. The move coincides with both a need for more space and a desire to include a showroom. - March 13, 2008 - O'Guin Decorative Arts
Think Like Water
At the dealers convention in Seymour, Ct. Ayers Basement Systems was presented an award for being a Top 30 Dealer out of 338 Basement Systems dealerships. The Basement Systems network spans the United States, Canada, The United Kingdom and Ireland. Larry Janesky, President and Founder of Basement... - March 12, 2008 - Ayers Basement Systems
Trinity Church Photography Exhibit and Sale
Trinity Church invites you to an evening of wine, cheese, and special desserts along with beautiful photographs of the historic Trinity Episcopal Church building on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $10.00 at the door. - March 11, 2008 - House of Sampson Creations
DirectBuy of Syracuse Earns Top Five Service Rating
DirectBuy, the leading members-only showroom and home design center that offers merchandise at manufacturer-direct prices, is proud to announce that its Syracuse, N.Y., location ranked in the top five for the company’s customer service ratings for 2007. The ratings are based on the results... - March 11, 2008 - DirectBuy
Chesterfields 1780 Launches Global Luxury Furniture Initiative
England’s leading luxury furniture maker pushes for worldwide awareness of Chesterfields products - March 07, 2008 - Chesterfield 1780
DirectBuy Opens New Palm Springs Members-Only Design Showroom
Low-cost alternative to retail is a one-stop shopping destination for consumers furnishing, remodeling or building a new home. - March 05, 2008 - DirectBuy
BathKitchenandBeyond.com Offers Exclusive and Luxury Bathroom Vanities and Bathroom Products Online
Bath Kitchen and Beyond is a company that specializes in selling bathroom vanities, steam showers, Jacuzzis, shower enclosures and panels, and other various bathroom products to suit any kind of home décor. - March 05, 2008 - Bath Kitchen And Beyond
Domus Ventures Expands Their Furniture Network Worldwide
Domus Ventures, a manufacturer of all-weather wicker, rattan and loom products for both indoor and outdoor use is launching a U.S. sales division. Headquartered in Singapore and employing nearly 2,200 people, with four factories in China and Indonesia and a sales office in Dusseldorf, Germany,... - March 03, 2008 - Domus Ventures pte.ltd
DirectBuy of Boston South Provides Tips to Designing the "Perfect Kid’s Room"
While in the past, a parent yelling, “Go to your room!” may have been some sort of punishment, nowadays it could pass as a reward, depending on the design and furniture selection of your child’s room. - March 02, 2008 - DirectBuy of Boston South
Hundreds of New and Trade Seconds Whitegoods and Home Entertainment Products Go Under the Hammer Unreserved
Pickles Auctions, Australia’s leading auctioneers will auction hundreds of “Haier” household whitegoods, televisions and DVD players as part of an onsite auction on behalf of Post Logistics Australasia Pty Ltd on Saturday, 8 March at 9:00am at Governor Macquarie Drive, Chipping Norton, Sydney. - March 01, 2008 - Pickles Auctions
Porto to Participate in "Feather Your Nest" Home & Garden Show in Chapel Hill
Owner/interior designer Michael Perry will be on hand to discuss sustainable furniture practices and offer tips and techniques for creating "green" interior decor. - February 29, 2008 - Porto
eLuxuryWall.com Helps Consumers Create Professionally-Decorated Walls Through Innovative Wallpaper Graphics
Ever get sick of the wall color in your bedroom? Eluxurywall.com has wall stickers that allow anyone to easily create custom wallpaper in no time. - February 28, 2008 - eLuxuryWall.com
Granite Shield - Lifetime Sealer VS Lifetime Warranty
Confused about lifetime warranties on granite countertops? - February 27, 2008 - Granite Shield
Wendt Gallery to Showcase Artists Ron Kent and Jeffrey Hein at Architectural Digest - "Home Design Show"
Wendt Gallery is proud to announce that it will be showcasing Artists Ron Kent and Jeffrey Hein at the Architectural Digest - "Home Design Show," March 6 - 9, 2008, at Pier 94 in New York City, NY. - February 26, 2008 - Wendt Gallery
Children’s Wall Art with Flavor
Illustrator Jill Pearson introduces line of nursery wall art - February 26, 2008 - Sophie and Spice
DirectBuy of Cool Springs Opens New Environmentally Friendly Showroom
First Green Showroom of DirectBuy's More Than 140 North American Franchises opens in Tennessee. - February 25, 2008 - DirectBuy
AWB Custom Outdoor Pool Tables Blasts Out Exciting Pirate Theme Pool Table
Custom Pool Table Designer Michael DeWitt unveils the "Pirate" Custom Outdoor Pool table with a total new look at customizing outdoor gaming. - February 20, 2008 - All Weather Billiards and Gaming
Katy Professional Organizer Earns CPO® Designation
Janine Godwin, of Nooks and Crannies Professional Organizing, LLC, has received the prestigious designation of Certified Professional Organizer® (CPO®) from the Board of Certification for Professional Organizers (BCPOSM). "I am pleased that all the hard work has earned me a place... - February 20, 2008 - Nooks and Crannies Professional Organizing, LLC
DirectBuy of Boston South Provides a Rolodex of Contractors and Services for Its Members
Whether you’re looking for new kitchen cabinets, flooring or any other materials for a home improvement project, the search for the right products and the right look is a large enough project all by itself. - February 18, 2008 - DirectBuy of Boston South
Granite Shield - Granite Fabricators Offer Lifetime Warranty Since 2002
Granite Shield can be applied to new or existing granite countertops and can go through any existing sealer or presealed granite. - February 17, 2008 - Granite Shield
Radiant Radiators of Leicester (UK) Have Introduced the Brand New Irsap Designer Radiator Range to Their Ever Growing Selection of Designer Radiators
Radiant Radiators of Leicester (UK) made the addition of the brand new range of designer radiators from the innovative manufacturer Irsap. The Irsap way of making radiators is an authentic vocation for innovation, an instinct prior to a marketing strategy, to fill gaps, to create perspectives and... - February 17, 2008 - Radiant Radiators Ltd