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Puravida: Duravit & Hansgrohe Collaborate With Phoenix Design

Smooth and fluid capturing the essence of timeless modern elegance is an accurate way to describe this new bath collection. Also know as the Puravida collection this suite of bath fixtures was conceived by Phoenix Design for high end bath fixture supplier Duravit. This collaboration moves Duravit beyond fixture supplier and into the realm of bathroom furniture solutions. With fittings manufactured by Hansgrohe the theme of clean, smooth and subtle lines flows from plumbing products to furniture.

Kitchen Design Series Part 1.5 – Half Column & Toe Sculpting

Recycled Glass Countertops

The concept of using recycled glass for kitchen countertops is not entirely new. In fact the product was invented back in 1996 by Berkeley, CA glass scientist and PhD student Don McPherson. McPherson combined a cement binder with recycled glass to create a polished countertop. Along with architect Bruce Brubaker McPherson formed a company called Counter Production. They named their new product Vetrazzo.

March 2010 Newsletter

Here is this month’s copy of our newsletter.

Hot New Kitchen Trend – Colored Glass Backsplash

These eye popping glass backsplashes are currently very popular in Australia and the U.K. The trend is also catching on in the U.S. as consumers lean more toward contemporary European style kitchens. These backsplashes are typically made of laminated glass with the inner layer containing the color or design.

A New Angle On The Old Bookshelf

Check out this fresh take on the old bookcase from Rafemar. At just over 68″ wide these modular units are available in 4 different heights. Just stack up them up until all of your books and belongings have a home. These bookcases come available in oak, wengue and matte lacquer finishes.

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