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In the high country, we’re all about indoor/outdoor living, so we predict the latest from Marvin Windows and Doors is going to be an instant hit. Hot on the market, the Ultimate Lift and Slide throws notions of the traditional door out the window. Available in sizes as large as 12-feet-by-48-feet, this door (if you can even call it that) is made of panels of glass that disappear from view in one of two ways: they either stack together and appear as one panel, or completely disappear and slide into a pocket in the wall. The effect? Nothing but views. Look for the Ultimate Lift and Slide nationwide this winter (though if you just have to have it, now it’s already available in some regions). Check it out at marvin.com.
July 2nd, 2009
There are ample reasons why we love Place Textiles’ spring 2009 collection, dubbed "The Painted Desert." This family of fabrics comes in four patterns and 34 colors–all inspired by the palette of the American Southwest. You’ll love the way color meets texture through striated warps, tightly-woven yarns and handsome stripes. Then there’s the fact that these textiles are designated Durable Luxury, which means their colors hold fast, they resist stains and they’re washable at low temperatures–all while being soft like fabrics should be. Sounds like the perfect upholstery pick for summer! placetextiles.com.
May 22nd, 2009
In partnership with the Santa Fe based Museum of New Mexico, Kravet has produced its fourth fabric collection inspired by textiles from state museums. Taking inspiration from Navajo and Pueblo Indian rugs and ceremonial costumes at the Museum of Indian Arts & Culture, Kravet has created a series of bold geometric designs and traditional southwestern patterns. The fabrics range from primary bold colors of reds and oranges to an updated indigo blue story fading into a more neutral gray palette. To accompany that, Kravet crafted a group of textural stripes adapted from Peruvian ponchos, Moroccan floor coverings and Turkish tunics found in the ethnic textile collection of the Museum of International Folk Art.
To view the entire collection, visit kravet.com.
February 26th, 2009
If you’ll be anywhere near the Schweitzer Mountain Resort in Sandpoint, Idaho, on February 27 or 28, make sure to catch the Yokes Outrageous Air Show. At 6 p.m. each night in the center of Schweitzer Mountain Village, an elite group of professional jumpers will perform an astronomical aerial review, which includes such stunts as synchronized flips and flying through fire.
Each show kicks off with the Wire Energy Drink Torchlight Parade and ends with after parties where you can meet the performers and grab some autographs.
For more information, visit schweitzer.com.
February 23rd, 2009
You know that painting the walls is a quick way to update a room. It’s amazing how much difference some color can make. But what about wallpaper? It can instantly update a room and add depth, texture, patterns and multiple colors. We just love the wallcoverings from Seabrook. It’s so easy to get lost in their Wallcoverings Idea Gallery, which is full of hundreds of photos of creatively designed rooms from kitchens to bedrooms to bathrooms and everything in between.
Visit seabrookwallpaper.com to explore the idea gallery, to find more product information and to locate a dealer near you.
January 15th, 2009
If you’re planning any remodeling projects this year, check out the gallery at Arizona Tile’s web site for inspiration. They have a huge selection of porcelain, glass, ceramics and natural stone. The gallery showcases their products in dozens of different room settings. You may end up with more ideas than rooms. Check out a few of our faves:
Visit arizonatile.com to see all of their products, explore the photo gallery and find a list of locations.
December 5th, 2008
We love beautiful fabrics so we were excited to discover the Royal Oak Foundation Collection II from Lee Jofa. The velvety textures, rich colors and intoxicating prints are just stunning.
What we love even more is that these fabrics support a good cause. The Foundation is an American non-profit that supports the conservation and preservation of historic houses and gardens throughout England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
These fabrics would make great accent pillows to pop some color into a room. Here are some of our faves:
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Visit leejofa.com to see the entire collection and to find out about showrooms that carry the fabrics.
November 29th, 2008
If you’re planning to remodel your bathroom, check out the products from Produits Neptune. The minimalist designs are inspired by nature and will transform any bathroom into a private spa retreat.
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Visit bathroomsfromneptune.com for more information.
November 26th, 2008
Decorative lighting that you get to design? No, you’re not dreaming. It’s the new Flex Collection from Neidhardt lighting company. Just log on to their interactive web site and create your own fixture by choosing the color, metal finish, shade material and lamping options. Then you can print or e-mail your finished design. The collection includes a variety of pendants and sconces.
Visit neidhardtinc.com for more information, to view photos of recent projects, and to get started creating your own design.
November 17th, 2008
The edgy yet sophisticated wire-mesh fabric from Cascade Coil is proof that environmentally friendly materials can be stylish. The versatile fabric has many applications, such as window treatments, dividers, wall and ceiling treatments, shower curtains, and more. (My favorite is this unique wine rack.) Go to cascadecoil.com for more information. 
October 27th, 2008
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