Morgans Hotel Group Announces the Opening of Ames

Morgans Hotel Group Co. opens Ames in Boston, the latest addition to the company’s collection of Originals. Benjamin Franklin meets a supermodel with Morgans Hotel Group’s newest property, Ames in Boston. Morgans Hotel Group, known for introducing the boutique hotel with the opening of Morgans in 1984, is making its next bold move by bringing its provocative style to this rich and historic city. Ames represents a singular and authentic addition... 

Dunn-Edwards Ultra-Grip Multi-Purpose Primer

The stain-blocking, 100 percent acrylic, multi-purpose Ultra-Grip primer from Dunn-Edwards is appropriate for interior and exterior residential and commercial applications including wood, masonry, metal (non-ferrous), drywall, even fiberglass. It also sticks to old enamel paints. The high-solids primer forms a tight film that offers superior hide properties—stains won’t rise. In addition to meeting the Master Painter Institute’s Green Performance... 

BEHR Paints Introduces Premium Plus Ultra™ Interior

The new BEHR Premium Plus Ultra Interior line features a hand-selected, designer-inspired palette of 386 colors, including English Channel #UL230-2 (wall) and Heavy Cream #UL140-14 (trim) shown here. BEHR Premium Plus Ultra Interior is a new paint and primer and one developed to provide homeowners the utmost quality and added convenience and is available at select The Home Depot stores in a variety of sheens, including flat enamel.

Bathing luxury in a tropical paradise

The new Four Seasons Resort Mauritius tempts its visitors with the ultimate in bathing luxury: when the holiday paradise opens in October, its guests will be able to relax in luxurious Kaldewei Classic Duo baths – the ideal way to round off a dip in the Indian Ocean. The bath, which was designed by the Italian design studio Sottsass Associati, is characterised by its straight-lined design contours and timeless elegance. Two ergonomic back rests... 

The Landmark Plaza Wins New York Region’s Prestigious 2008 “Restoration / Renovation of the Year”

The iconic Plaza at the intersection of Central Park South and Fifth Avenue has been selected as the tri-state region’s 2008 Renovation Project of the Year by New York Construction magazine, the authoritative industry monthly published by McGraw-Hill. The publication cited the outstanding three-year, $400 million, lobby-to-roof restoration of the legendary landmark. Miki Naftali, President and CEO of El-Ad Group, owner of the storied castle on the... 

Pantone Selects Color of the Year for 2009: PANTONE 14-0848 Mimosa

Pantone, an X-Rite company, and the global authority on color and provider of professional color standards for the design industries, today announced PANTONE® 14-0848 Mimosa, a warm, engaging yellow, as the color of the year for 2009. In a time of economic uncertainty and political change, optimism is paramount and no other color expresses hope and reassurance more than yellow. “The color yellow exemplifies the warmth and nurturing quality of the... 

Old Dutch 12″ x 15″ Round Antique Copper Chafing Dish, 3 Qt

Old Dutch International 840 For serving pieces worthy of a royal buffet, look no further than this elegant chafing dish. Features stainless steel food liners suitable for gatherings large and small. Adjustable gel-fuel holders keep your gourmet fare at just the right serving temperature. Features: -Classical ornate design. -Lacquered to resist tarnishing. -Superb durability. -Stainless steel steel

Corelle Lifestyles 20-Piece Dinnerware Set, Service for 4, Antique Linen

This lovely Dinnerware Set in Antique Linen is inspired by antique botanical drawings with a subtle cracking design that looks like antique china- elegant and sophisticated! This 20-pc. set includes 4 each of the following pieces: 10.75-in. Dinner Plate, 8.5-in. Lunch Plate, 18-oz. Soup/Cereal Bowl, 6-in. Saucer, and 6-oz. Cup.CORELLE dinnerware is the original break and and

Bradley’s New Fusion Partitions Combine the Upscale Look of Stainless Steel and Granite

Impressive public spaces call for special finishes in the washroom. To meet the needs of high-end applications, Bradley introduces its exclusive line of Fusion restroom partitions that combine cool stainless steel with the warmth of natural granite. Fusion partitions are the latest addition to Bradley’s growing portfolio of “decorative high-end commercial” fixtures and accessories. The partitions feature genuine granite pilasters... 

Bradley Introduces First Adjustable Speed Hand Dryer

The new Aerix (TM) hand dryer from Bradley is the first and only adjustable speed hand dryer available in the U.S. that suits any application. Multiple speeds give facility managers the option of turning up for fast drying in settings such as sports centers, schools or themeparks, or turning down for quiet operations like museums or libraries. Aerix series hand dryers are a “green” solution because they use 80 percent less electricity...