Vermont Castings Group, a leading supplier of hearth and grill products throughout North and South America, Asia and Europe, today proudly announced that after a prolonged sale process with many potential buyers, the Company has been acquired by an entity owned by the employees of the Company. As a result of the acquisition, Vermont Castings Group (VCG) will be the largest privately held, employee-owned company in the hearth industry.

“I can’t be more excited about the direction we are taking Vermont Castings Group,” said Ricardo León, the new Chairman and CEO of Vermont Castings Group. “After listening to all…

Outdoor furniture manufactuer, Lane Venture, presented Dana Fitts, Territory Manager from Minnesota with the Carlton P. Bywaters Salesman of the Year award for 2012. Fitts, along side his wife Linda have represented Lane Venture in the mid-west since 1984. The award was presented at the recent Chicago pre-market. Previous recipients of the award have been David Mowery, Steve Kline, Dan Crone and Brett French. The award is presented each year to the Territory Manager who represents Lane Venture’s high standards of salesmanship, service and dedication.

In addition, eight Territory Managers were recognized as Quota Busters for the…

The International Casual Furniture & Accessories Market / Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. (MMPI) today announced a redesign and renovation project for the 16th floor at the Chicago Merchandise Mart. This portion of MMPI’s redesign plan will be led by Cannon Frank, an award-winning design firm specializing in custom interior design and was recognized as Chicago’s Interior Design Firm of the Year earlier this year.

The redesign will incorporate new lighting designs, a fresh color palette for the walls and ceiling, and new floor coverings. The light fixtures will provide a brighter area for show-goers to peruse permanent showrooms. In…

The International Casual Furniture & Accessories Market / Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. (MMPI) today announced a redesign and renovation project for the 16th floor at the Chicago Merchandise Mart. This portion of MMPI’s redesign plan will be led by Cannon Frank, an award-winning design firm specializing in custom interior design and was recognized as Chicago’s Interior Design Firm of the Year earlier this year.

The redesign will incorporate new lighting designs, a fresh color palette for the walls and ceiling, and new floor coverings. The light fixtures will provide a brighter area for show-goers to peruse permanent showrooms. In…

The Generation Line from CRP, boasting 16 color choices of recycled plastic casual furniture, has now added an uniquely designed Tete a Tete and matching footstool to their collection. Not only are they built to last the test of time, but are ergonomically designed with your comfort in mind.

Vermont Castings Group, a leading supplier of hearth and grill products throughout North and South America, Asia and Europe, today proudly announced that after a prolonged sale process with many potential buyers, the Company has been acquired by an entity owned by the employees of the Company. As a result of the acquisition, Vermont Castings Group (VCG) will be the largest privately held, employee-owned company in the hearth industry.

“I can’t be more excited about the direction we are taking Vermont Castings Group,” said Ricardo León, the new Chairman and CEO of Vermont Castings Group. “After listening to all the…

Danver Stainless Outdoor Kitchens, the nation’s premier stainless outdoor kitchen manufacturer, recently introduced the Parapan line of high-gloss solid acrylic as door and drawer front option. Parapan is nonporous, UV stable, waterproof and easy to clean. Impervious to the knocks and bangs of everyday outdoor entertaining, Parapan is ideal for outdoor drawer and door fronts.

The new Parapan door and drawer options feature a comprehensive palette of 20 rich neutral and vibrant bright colors. Available in 18mm thickness, the colors penetrate through the material and will never fade.  Already a favorite with leading European architects and interior designers, Parapan…

Pride Family Brands (Fort Lauderdale, Florida), 2011 and 2012 winner of a Manufacturer Leadership Award from the International Casual Furnishings Association in the castmetal category, launched a cosponsored consumer-advertising campaign this spring. This marketing program is being undertaken in an effort to promote the Castelle brand and to assist retail partners in regional promotion in the consumer marketplace. Pride Family Brands is using Luxe Interiors + Design Magazine™for the initial launch of the program.

Steve Lowsky, president, says, “Pride Family Brands has long placed considerable emphasis on the design, production, and marketing of our luxury products, as evidenced by…