Over 500 Architects, Designers and Kitchen Pros See Latest From Sub-Zero/Wolf, Poggenpohl, Benjamin Moore and Chef Ming Tsai at Boston Event
(ContentDesk) March 11, 2006 -- Over 500 Architects, designers and home industry insiders got a first-hand look at the coolest trends in luxury kitchens, colors and cuisine at Freeze, an all-day extravaganza sponsored by Clarke, the premiere information source for luxury kitchen appliances in New England.
Clarke, based in Milford, MA and Norwalk, CT, provided serious AIA credit seminars throughout the day and culminated the extravaganza with a high-style blowout party replete with a comedic ice sculpting performance.Sub-Zero also introduced New England winners of its annual Kitchen Design Competition. They are Mari Woods, formerly with Dalia Kitchen Design and Mercedes Farrando at Arclinia, both in Boston and Christopher Peacock of Christopher Peacock Cabinetry, Greenwich, Connecticut.????????????????
The highpoint for appliance aficionados was the New England unveiling of theSub-Zero PRO 48, billed by the manufacturer as a monument to food preservation. With two doors and four drawers, the all-stainless steel Pro 48 is the paragon of professional style for the home kitchen.Ming Tsai AppearanceLeading seminars on kitchen trends and technology were sponsors Sub- Zero/Wolf, Benjamin Moore Paints, Elle D?cor, Metropolitan Home, and Poggenpohl International. Sponsors also included New England Home Magazine. In addition, Chef Ming Tsai, led a demonstration and luncheon talk highlighting his East-West culinary masterpieces at the Boston Center for the Arts Cyclorama Rotunda.Clarke organized Freeze as part of its mission to assist the design community and appliance retailers with up-to-date information on every aspect of the kitchen -- from products and appliance technology to cuisine.
Explained Tom Clarke, CEO, "Freeze brought together every element that goes into creating and enjoying a luxury kitchen -- the best appliance products, culinary masterpieces and leading architects, designers and trendsetters -- all in an atmosphere of creativity, sociability and fun."Clarke also announced the creation of Clarke Customer Care, which has pledged to revolutionize the home appliance service industry with unparalleled convenience, capability and courtesy.Kitchen Design TrendsJo-Anne Pier, retail merchandising editor with Elle D?cor and Metropolitan Home Magazines, and Rosemary Porto, senior designer with Poggenpohl in Boston presented The Seduction of Reduction, a showcase of kitchen designs ideas. Porto noted. The driving force today is integration - merging the kitchen with traditional living spaces to create an open and fully-functional hub for dining, entertaining, relaxing and working. She also pointed out that thicker countertops are becoming prevalent and that glass is moving beyond cabinet doors to show up in satin glass countertops, backsplashes and clear glass pullout drawers.Porto told attendees that the latest designs call for a, modern mix of materials that include high-gloss acrylics, exotic wood veneers with distinctive grain, such as Swiss pear wood and zebrano, along with glass and aluminum to create contrast. Poggenpohl revealed plans to unveil the Kitchen Design for Men in 2007, now being created by Porsche Design.Fran Mooney of co-sponsor Benjamin Moore, reviewed color trends for 2006 and 2007. Benjamin Moore, according to Mooney, based this years palette on subtle skin tonesbe they human or industrial skinpunctuated by vivid colors that denote cultural expression from around the world.Clarke addresses the full spectrum of needs in the luxury segment of the kitchen industry. Says Clarke, " We showcase products in a live kitchen environment.
We support retailers with training, and we support their sales effort by welcoming consumers and their designers to our showrooms. Visitors may experience -- and even cook on -- live appliances. With the establishment of Clarke Customer Care, we now offer the consumer luxury-level service and warranty work."Tom Clarke founded the company in 1991 as a unique information and resource center. In addition to Sub-Zero and its Wolf range division, Clarke represents Asko water products, KWC fixtures and sinks, Best hoods and Scotsman. Freeze, was among numerous events Clarke organizes to reinforce its position as the premiere information source for luxury appliances.
Other Clarke programs have been hosted with Canyon Ranch Spa/Resort, Sur La Table, Simon Pearce, Architectural Digest, Gourmet Magazine, PBS, Fine Cooking and The Boston Globe..
Quality Of The Air We Breathe At Home Or In The Workplace
How would you rate the quality of air in your workplace? More importantly what factors are you considering when rating it?Your home or work environment may be causing you additional health risks without you realizing it. On average, Canadians spend about 80-90 percent of their time indoors, thus the quality of indoor air is very important. Ask yourself a few questions:Does fresh, outside air flow into the room or office you are usually in?Is the room humid?Are there any gas-fired appliances?Is your furniture composed of particle board or wood laminents?These questions need to be addressed when determining the quality of air in our home or workplace. Here are the reasons why.Does fresh, outside air flow into the room or office you are usually in? Better insulation can save on heating costs, but it limits the amount of fresh air that enters and leaves your house or office.As a lot of water vapour is produced from normal human activities, fresh air is necessary to get rid of this extra...
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Invisible Causes of Water Damage
If you want to prevent water damage in your home or office, you must first learn where to look for and what are the different causes of this kind of damage. This article covers the invisible causes of water damage, those that are a little harder to detect by simple do-it-yourself inspections. There is additional material about the visible causes of water damage that you need to read in order to fully understand the subject. A good understanding of the subject will not only provide you with great techniques to prevent water damage but also will help you save money and will keep your house in good shape, preserving its value for many years. While you can control some of the causes for damage, others cannot be predicted and therefore cannot be prevented.
Plumbing:
Plumbing equipment usually develops leaks due failures in joints or hose attachment.
Internal wall leaks are even harder to discover and can cause major damage.
Pipes
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Energy Saving Tips #2
There are many things that can be done around the house to lessen the impact of spiraling energy costs that sap your household budget. Follow these suggestions and you will save money.
*It is more economical to use one large bulb than several small bulbs. For instance, a 100-watt bulb gives as much light as six 25-watt bulbs but uses less than 2/3 the power.
*Keep your freezer full since all the frozen items will keep other items cold, but do not pack your fridge.
It needs room so that air can circulate around the food.
*Cool hot foods before putting them in the refrigerator or freezer. Also, be sure all moist foods are covered since high humidity requires more energy.
*Keep the drapes open during the day to take in the heat from the sun, but shut them at night to keep out the cold.
*Take short showers instead of baths.
*Use your dryer efficiently. Keep the lint...
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Chevy Silverado Hybrid Pickup 2005 Revs It Up In Performance Parts at Partstrain
Vehicles with bigger, less fuel-efficient engines will benefit more from hybrid technology, thus big pickup trucks, vans and SUVs are prime candidates for the gas-saving benefits of hybrid technology. The Chevy Silverado hybrid pickup feature GM's 5300 Vortec V-8 and Hydra-Matic 4L60-E four-speed automatic transmission, coupled with hybrid technology that delivers 10 to 12 percent improved fuel economy over GM half-ton pickups. It features a powerful 42-volt lead-acid battery pack underneath the rear seat, an auxiliary starter-generator between the engine and the transmission, an electronic control module, and a regenerative braking system, which charges the battery while braking, and coasting.With an auxiliary generator capability, the truck's generator can operate when the truck is parked without a key in the ignition. The hybrid Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickups could power tools or appliances for up to 32 hours non-stop. This design shuts the engine down before the tank...
Chevy Silverado Hybrid Pickup 2005 Revs It Up In Performance Parts at Partstrain
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Some Small Kitchen Design Tips
If you have a small kitchen to design then the problem of designing a great kitchen boils down to just what you can fit and where.
There are many different cabinet designs and surface patterns that can help you provide your small kitchen design with a sense of space.
To create the small but efficient kitchen design, you need to work on three major areas of small kitchen design: storage, lighting, and appliances.
Small kitchens may seem to be a very difficult design challenge, but they can also be functional, beautiful and efficient.
Even with a small budget and building restrictions, you can find that there are many options open to you to transform your kitchen into something more ideal for your needs.
To create a more spacious look for your small kitchen design the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) recommends designing more unique storage solutions, mixing natural and ambient lighting, taking advantage of more...
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4 Tips for Keeping a Team Motivated
Companies often have incentives for reps, but sometimes that isn't enough. To keep your team motivated, you could do a number of things: 1. Hold your own personal incentive for your teamThis could be something as simple as a a gift certificate for the one who sells the most in a month.2. Set up a message board just for your personal teamA great way to keep in contact with everyone. Many wahm boards already have a section for your company, so if you don't have the time to set up your own you could...
Over 500 Architects, Designers and Kitchen Pros See Latest From Sub-Zero/Wolf, Poggenpohl, Benjamin Moore and Chef Ming Tsai at Boston Event
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