ELMIRA, ON - Elmira Stove Works, manufacturer of premium, vintage-styled kitchen appliances, features retro-inspired products in Pantone’s 2016 Colors of the Year: Rose Quartz and Serenity. For the first time, the international color authority Pantone announced two selections for its annual Color of the Year. Respectively, the nude pink and purple-blue hues were chosen to symbolize balance and tranquility.

Elmira Stove Work’s Northstar collection features retro 1950s-inspired appliances with the curves and chrome representing true-to-era design characteristics. To parallel the new 2016 Colors of the Year, the company uses color-matching technology to provide matching shades to the sweet, sensible…

DALLAS - The 2015 International Pool / Spa / Patio Expo was a big winner in Las Vegas, held Nov 10-12, 2015, bringing an impressive display of industry products, education, and networking opportunities. This year’s PSP Expo drew 11,556 attendees from across the country and around the world, a strong showing from the global pool, spa and outdoor industries.

Attendees experienced a 137,600-sq-ft exhibit hall packed with product launches, innovative show floor features, and an unmatched line-up of on-floor events. The PSP Expo’s conference program, prize giveaways, celebrity appearances and many other new show features added to the additional…

SANTA BARBARA, CA - Internationally acclaimed furniture and textile designer Richard Frinier drew inspiration for his latest collection of Sunbrella® fabrics from the world-renowned resort destination, Santa Barbara, California, illustrating his innate ability to bring his passions to life through design. The Santa Barbara Collection embraces the locale’s natural landscape and will debut during December Showtime in High Point.

“Known around the world as the American Riviera, Santa Barbara is truly an international resort destination, rich with California history and the very best of coastal living,” said Frinier, who is building a new residence and studio in Santa Barbara.…

WARM SUNSHINE PAIRED with a cool island breeze and tranquil waters; pure white sand and lush, colorful landscapes: This tropical ambience inspired homedecor authority Joe Ruggiero in the creation of his new Sunbrella®fabrics collection—Island Style— introduced through The MT Company (formerly Miles Talbott Furniture) during High Point Market.

“I was in Maui for my son’s wedding, and the colors throughout the island really caught my attention,” Ruggiero says. “Hot pink and berry tones in flora and women’s textiles, the pairing of pure white in the sand and ocean blues for a classic look—these color combinations work together to bring a…

PRESENTED BY BAY BREEZE PATIO (Destin, Florida), the second annual Eggs on the Beach EggFest barbecue competition raised $23,000 for Fisher House of the Emerald Coast. Held at Seascape Resort on September 26, the family-friendly event welcomed more than 500 tasters and volunteers, who sampled an array of delicacies presented by 25 cooking teams.

Susan Kiley, co-owner of Bay Breeze Patio, says, “This second annual event exceeded our expectations. The success of the 2015 Eggs on the Beach is due to the overwhelming support from our cooking teams, sponsors, volunteers, and tasters who came out for the fun afternoon.…

PHIFER HAS UNVEILED its 2015–16 stock-line swatch cards, which showcase a compilation of inspired designs and updated hues. The new selections offer a seamless transition between Phifertex®sling and GeoBella®indoor/outdoor performance-fabric collections. Phifer’s new designs display colors and trends for both Phifertex and GeoBella, encouraging effortless mixing and matching between the sling and cushion lines.

The 2015–16 stock-line cards are designed to accompany the current selection guide for fabrics, offering a bountiful selection in Phifer’s stock-line options. For design and application ideas using the new fabrics, see Designed Fabrics by Phifer on Pinterest and browse the style boards for Phifertex…

HOMECREST OUTDOOR LIVING named ABW Marketing its Sales Representative of the Year. ABW received the award at Homecrest’s national sales meeting, just prior to Casual Market Chicago. ABW has been with Homecrest for several years as a sales-representative organization, successfully covering California and Nevada with superior customer service and dedication. Marty Burley, owner and president of the agency, is assisted by Nick Thoele and Kevin Ryan.

AMID STIFF AND QUALIFIED COMPETITION, Piereth Sales Associates has been named by Ebel Inc. as its Sales Representative of the Year. Piereth Sales Associates received its award at Ebel’s national sales meeting, just prior to Casual Market Chicago. The award is given to the representative organization that attains superior sales results, combined with exemplary customer service and dedication to Ebel and its product lines.

Piereth Sales Associates has been with Ebel for more than five years as a sales-representative organization, successfully covering Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota. The Piereth Sales Associates…