The International Red Dot Jury has awarded the Dometic MoBar outdoor mobile bar series the distinction “Red Dot”, which stands for high design quality. The Red Dot Award: Product Design 2021 recognizes the mobile bar for its state-of-the-art patented design for functionality and/or convenience—allowing hosts and guests to socialize outdoors without missing a moment.

Peter Kjellberg, CMO and Head of Other Verticals says; “We are thrilled about getting such recognition by respected design professionals. Smart and reliable products with outstanding design is something we strive for and is one of the key components of our business strategy. The Dometic MoBar…

ELMIRA, ON - To celebrate the arrival of spring, Elmira Stove Works has debuted a colorful new curated collection for its Northstar Line of appliances. The Palm Springs Collection includes four hues inspired by the diverse color palette found in the iconic desert town located in Southern California’s Coachella Valley.

Cerulean Blue is a rich shade reminiscent of the vast sky on a clear sunlit day. Perfectly Pink is a cheerful and playful hue that brings a sense of fun and carefree adventures. Full of life and promise, Palm Green encapsulates the unexpected vitality of a hidden oasis. Desert Sand…

BALDWIN PARK, CA – Shademaker is expanding its corporate marketing efforts to focus on growth with landscape professionals. The shade designer and manufacturer’s marketing division has joined the American Society of Landscape Architects, along with advertising in several landscaping publications. Training for its sales team will expand to focus on the benefits of Shademaker to landscape architects to assist in their selection of shade products for projects. 

“Shademaker has always had a primary focus on contract entities including restaurants, hotels, golf clubs and related businesses,” said Kim Golson, national contract sales manager. “The category of landscape professionals has been…

Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens has just launched its annual Outdoor Living Report. The report is informed by insights from a new Harris Poll Survey and trend forecasting from experts like landscape designers Fernando Wong and Keith Williams, brand creative director Daniel Germani, HGTV Star Alison Victoria, and more.

Key findings include confirmation that outdoor spaces are more important than ever, with 82% of American homeowners recently surveyed reported they’re more interested in updating their outdoor living spaces than they were prior to the pandemic. See below for more highlights.

Growing Demand for Outdoor Kitchens
• 65%…

CANOGA PARK, CA - Ortal has a new log media for its premium Wildness Collection of fireplaces – Chopped Wood. The natural, rough look of split logs accentuates the ultra-realistic gas or propane flames of the new Wilderness Collection fireplace line.

Available exclusively for Ortal’s Wilderness Collection, the new Chopped Wood media option joins the attractive assortment of wood media designs Ortal currently offers. Combined with patent-pending Firelog Technology, the new Chopped Wood media option delivers the ambiance of a wood fire in a gas fireplace.

The real-fire appearance of Wilderness Collection flames is achieved by allowing the…

MINNEAPOLIS - Powered by virtual software 3DVista, the new Virtual Showroom is an immersive way for guests to discover new and popular outdoor living products manufactured by The Outdoor GreatRoom Company (OGC). The Brooks Fire Table and 30-inch Cove Bowl are a few popular products featured in the tour.

The Virtual Showroom incorporates lifestyle videos, informational handouts, and product page website links to deliver a personalized interaction between sales representatives, partnered businesses, and consumers. Easy-to- use buttons and an engaging visual interface are included to create a seamless experience.

The creation of the OGC’s Virtual Tour is largely…

HIGH POINT, N.C. – A training program intended to help retail associates gain the skills and confidence necessary to improve their sales performance and help them succeed in selling more outdoor furniture is underway with more than 400 participants. Sponsored by the International Casual Furnishings Association, the accelerated online learning series is produced by Bob Phibbs, aka the Retail Doc and creator of Sales RX.

This customized, three-month instruction package is designed for retail associates to create stellar customer experiences, make working in the store more enjoyable and, most importantly, increase sales. A curriculum of short learning modules includes testing…

ARLINGTON, VA – The Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association announced today that HPBExpo 2021, scheduled to be in Louisville, will now be an all-virtual event. HPBExpo Connect will take place on the same dates, June 23-26, 2021, and be completely online.

“Going all virtual gives us a great opportunity to reach a broader audience as many of our exhibitors and attendees raised travel restriction issues and safety concerns.  We are excited to reach more people through a virtual platform and introduce them to the amazing products our industry creates – and to do it safely,” noted Kelly VanDermark, vice president,…