Nashville, TN—(March 15, 2012) Hearth & Home magazine recognized the new Dave Lennox Signature® Collection Rhapsody™ Direct-Vent fireplace by Lennox Hearth Products (LHP) with a Vesta award during the recent Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association Expo.

The Vesta Awards, created by the magazine to recognize and honor companies for their innovation in product design and/or technology, is given to new products exhibited at the Expo and created for sale during the same year. The Rhapsody direct-vent fireplace was honored as a winner in the Hearth Products: Gas Products category.

With a best-in-class design featuring contemporary styling elements, the Rhapsody direct-vent fireplace offers an energy-efficient, easy-to-install décor option for the modern home.

Available this spring, the Rhapsody features a 54-inch-wide viewing area equipped with Lennox’ innovative Infini-Flame™ technology, which showcases a continuous band of tranquil flames. This breathtaking design is enhanced by a porcelain interior that features optional illusion panels and backlighting to add design interest, even when the fireplace is not in use.

With an efficient burner design that far exceeds competitors at 70% AFUE, the Rhapsody provides more visible flame per BTU for added energy savings. Plus, the Lennox Total Comfort Control™ system features remote intelligent temperature control and switchable intermittent pilot control (IPI) technology so the Rhapsody will continue to operate even in the event of a power failure.

To further customize the Rhapsody, additional accessories are available, including a choice of two flame configurations and a designer surround available in black, carbon fiber and wood grain finishes.

Finally, with a lightweight design and adjustable nailing flanges, installing the Rhapsody is simple, with the versatility of true clean face installation for flush wall mounting.

About Lennox Hearth Products
Offering a diverse family of products for every style and budget, Lennox Hearth Products (LHP) is a leading manufacturer of indoor and outdoor fireplaces, fireplace inserts, free-standing stoves, gas log sets, accessories and venting products for the specialty retail, residential new construction and industrial markets. LHP, based in Nashville, Tennessee, is a business unit of Lennox International Inc. (NYSE: LII), a global leader in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration markets. More information about LHP can be found at www.lennox.com.