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Nemacolin Resort Chooses LP Building Solutions Products
NASHVILLE, TENN.—LP Building Solutions (LP), a leading manufacturer of high-performance building products, celebrates another milestone with the inclusion of LP SmartSide ExpertFinish Trim & Siding on Nemacolin Resort’s new Wisteria homes. Nestled in the heart of Pennsylvania, this community was purpose-built for Nemacolin associates to live on property.Developed in partnership with 84 Lumber, the Wisteria community comprises 33 new homes, a full-service grocery store, a pub, and a recreation center. The resort setting, combined with cutting-edge architectural design and LP’s innovative home siding products, results in a very attractive community. The exterior cladding used for the Wisteria community combines...
Legacy Vacation Resorts Debuts Reimagined Lake Buena Vista Location
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLA.—Legacy Vacation Resorts (LVR), the highest scoring Certified B Corp hotel company in North America, has just debuted their latest eco-friendly renovation project at the company’s signature Lake Buena Vista property. The multi-million-dollar redevelopment includes enhancements to the resort across the design, guest experience, and sustainability programs. Encompassing 28 three-bedroom villas, the project showcases a seamless integration of the brand persona and core values towards a more regenerative approach to tourism thanks to a variety of elements that lower the overall carbon footprint of the business. Highlights include a new solar panel array, elimination of single-use...
Momentum Marks 20th Anniversary of V.P. of Textile Design
IRVINE, CALIF.—Commercial interiors leader Momentum Textiles & Wallcovering is marking the twentieth anniversary of Vice President of Textile Design Shantel McGowan. McGowan’s creative vision has left an indelible mark, reimagining what commercial textiles can be through a mastery of color, texture, and performance. As a key member of Momentum’s design team, McGowan has pushed the industry forward towards positive sustainability practices, and her passion for collaboration is evident through her award-winning collections with partners such as Sheila Hicks and Shantell Martin. With a passion for pioneering design, McGowan’s leadership and impact are set to continue making their marks as Momentum enters...
Tarkett North America Unveils New Commercial Website
SOLON, OHIO—Tarkett launched a new website for its commercial business in North America, featuring added functionalities and streamlined design. A global leader in the flooring industry, the new website prioritizes beautiful imagery and design inspiration for commercial interiors, based on feedback the company received directly from its customers.
“We view our website as a critical business tool and our customer data supports this,” said Sonia Serrao, Senior Director, Brand Marketing, Tarkett North America. “The website has emerged as the top source of information for our customers over the past year. Our new website is rooted in customer centricity. With it, we...
Laminam Releases 2022 Sustainability Report
TORONTO—Laminam, a global leader in producing superior Italian natural surfaces for interior and exterior design applications, has officially released the company’s 2022 Sustainability Report, stating a dedicated multifaceted approach to channeling investments towards the environment, people, and the territory in which it operates.
“Performance levels have been more than positive in 2022, a year which proved to be challenging for a vast majority of consolidated businesses,” stated Alberto Selmi, Laminam’s CEO. “Laminam benefited from wise strategic choices, capitalizing on investments made as early as 2021 and choosing to strengthen these investments for the future, focusing on the group’s milestones: internationalization,...
Landscape Forms Celebrates Great Place to Work Certification
KALAMAZOO, MICH.—Landscape Forms, a leading designer and manufacturer of premium site furniture, structure, and lighting, announced that the company has again earned a Great Place to Work Certification—its fifth in a row.
Great Place to Work Certification is recognized worldwide by employees and employers alike and is the global benchmark for identifying outstanding employee experiences.
“Our culture—the shared passion and common purpose that unites and inspires us—is a defining part of the Landscape Forms ethos,” says Landscape Forms CEO, Marjorie Simmons. “Staying true to our commitment to our employees and to our community in southwest Michigan drives us every day. We’re...
Sadaf Jafari Joins SGA as Director of Sustainable Design
BOSTON—The grass will be greener at SGA as Sadaf Jafari, LEED AP BD + C, CPHC begins her tenure as Director of Sustainable Design with the architecture and interior design firm. Bringing experience from both architecture and engineering fields, Jafari’s ability to build cross-functional teams primed for collaborative execution will further solidify SGA’s pursuit of environmentally minded design innovation. The firm’s leadership plans for this strategic hire to provide clients with a more holistic approach to design across geographic markets and industry verticals.
“I am excited to join this passionate team of diverse professionals who are already so committed to...
Bjelin Releases Smaller Size for Its Hardened Wood Flooring
VIKEN, SWEDEN—Bjelin has launched a dynamic and versatile smaller size for its hardened wood flooring. Visually appealing, easy to handle, and ideal for both residential and commercial environments, the new size Small is packed with ground-breaking technologies.
Earlier this year, the company updated its high-tech flooring range by introducing another grading and colors. Now the half-size panels, Small, have been released. Measuring 46” x 6”, these panels easily fit into cars and elevators. They also allow for creative designs and are a perfect complement to the larger and wider floor planks.
“The new size maximizes the use of wood and limits...
Expanded Tarkett Color Pop Collection Offers ‘Nearly Endless Possibilities’
SOLON, OHIO—Tarkett, a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring solutions, has announced an expanded portfolio for its Color Pop luxury vinyl tile and plank series. With the addition of six new colors—Breeze, Lilac, Sandpiper, Sorbet, Sunbeam, and Very Berry—Color Pop is now available in 30 hues and three tile sizes, allowing tremendous design flexibility.
“Color Pop celebrates color’s unique ability to impact the mood of any space, whether it be inspiring creativity in the workplace, encouraging discovery in the classroom, or creating calm for patients and healthcare staff,” said Omoleye Simmons, Vice President, Design. “With the ability to mix...
Nokken Introduces Adaptable Modular Cabin Ecosystem
LONDON—Marking itself as a true game changer in the rapidly-expanding modular cabin market, Nokken by Aylott + Van Tromp provides full turnkey cabin solutions alongside a host of business supporting elements that cater to all hospitality operators, whether a fledgling start-up, experienced operator or existing multi-national.
Unlike other new-to-market cabin brands, Nokken is more than just a cabin. It is a whole ecosystem, helping business bloom within the burgeoning retreat sector of the hospitality industry. It goes way beyond the design and services of other cabin companies in the market. Nokken is the next generation cabin and a benchmark within...