New Design Manager at Outdura
On December 19, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
HUDSON, NC - Outdura has named Gloria Tsocos as the company’s new design manager. Tsocos joined the company in 2015 in its Contract Fabric division. She began her career as a fabric designer in the home furnishing and hospitality markets,and over the years specialized in indoor and outdoor upholstery fabrics. She served as a professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, and has managed the design divisions of several textile mills.
“Gloria brings over 20 years of fabric design and leadership to the Outdura family,” says Chris Duerk, senior vice president. “We are excited to bring our…
Brown Jordan International to be Acquired by Littlejohn & Co
On December 19, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
GREENWICH, CT - Littlejohn & Co. LLC, a private investment firm based in Greenwich, CT, announced today that an affiliate has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Brown Jordan International Inc, (BJI) a manufacturer of indoor and outdoor furniture serving a variety of commercial and consumer markets. The transaction has been approved by the boards of directors of both companies and is expected to close in late January 2017.
Headquartered in St. Augustine, Florida, BJI offers a complete line of indoor and outdoor furnishings primarily for use in hospitality, leisure, multi-family, corporate, restaurant and other commercial environments through…
CASTELLE® Acquires 63rd Design Patent With Introduction of 2017 Collections
On December 15, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
FT LAUDERDALE, FL - CASTELLE, headquartered in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., has acquired its 63rd design patent for product features of its handcrafted, luxury outdoor furniture. Designs from three of the 2017 introductory collections, Solaris, Roma and Vertice, were among those receiving the latest patents.
“With the over 60 patents, there is no question as to the priority our company places on originality of design,” said Steve Lowsky, CEO of CASTELLE. “Through obtaining these, and all our patents, we are reinforcing our commitment to creating a genuine CASTELLE style and the ‘something different’ our customers look to us for.”
…Elmira Stove Works Embraces 2017 Pantone Color of the Year
On December 12, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
ELMIRA, ON - Elmira Stove Works, a manufacturer of premium, vintage-styled kitchen appliances, now has retro-inspired products from the Northstar line in Pantone’s 2017 Color of the Year: Greenery.
Feeney Inc, a manufacturer of high quality stainless steel and aluminum railing systems, is embracing the 2017 Pantone Color of the Year through their “Express Yourself” line of DesignRail® in “Margarita Green.”
Ryan Hughes Design Build Receives 2016 Pinnacle Award for Best In Pool and Outdoor Living Design
On December 08, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
TAMPA, FL - Ryan Hughes Design Build has been recognized as the recipient of the 2016 Pinnacle Award for Best in Pool and Outdoor Living Design. The award-winning project, which was singled out in the Innovative Design category, was a near 5,000 square foot outdoor space designed and constructed by the Hughes team for a Tampa homeowner. The project included a creatively complex outdoor design that incorporated architectural elements with innovative lounging and dining, fire and water features, custom textures, and state of the art audio visual.
“We are proud to receive this Pinnacle Award as it recognizes the creativity…
Aurora Timber Rectangular Fire Pits
On December 06, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
FARGO, ND - Cast from beautiful reclaimed wood tables, the Timber collection is at once on-trend and timeless. It achieves a marvelously realistic look that retains exceptional outdoor performance characteristics.
Available in 19-inch coffee and 24.5-inch chat table heights with a powerful 60,000 BTU burner, the amazing heat will extend your outdoor season while Aurora’s beauty creates an atmosphere of relaxation and conversation.
Mode Fire Pits
On December 06, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
FARGO, ND - Mode features a floating Onyx aluminum rectangular top and all the luxury features that come standard with all Homecrest fire tables. Available in 19-inch coffee and 24.5-inch chat table heights with a powerful 60,000 BTU burner, the amazing heat will extend your outdoor season while Mode’s contemporary design creates an atmosphere of relaxation and conversation.
Sunnyland Patio Furniture Hosts Northwood Hills Holiday Bazaar
On December 06, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
DALLAS - Sunnyland Patio Furniture will support local charities: Our Friends Place and Zoie’s Place with the Northwood Hills Holiday Bazaar, on Saturday, Dec 10 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sunnyland Patio Furniture, 7879 Spring Valley Road, Dallas, Texas.
“The Holiday Bazaar is a great opportunity for holiday shoppers to find unique gifts and to give to a charitable gift as well,” said David Schweig, owner and president of Sunnyland Patio Furniture. “Our Friends Place and Zoie’s Place are two charities that are near and dear to our heart. We hope everyone takes a moment this holiday…
