By Maria Lester, LEED AP The building construction industry touches every part of our lives – from our homes, schools and workplaces, to our community spaces and general infrastructure. Beyond doubt, connecting the technology infrastructure to the physical spaces and buildings where we work and live can deliver significant benefits – managing the use […]
Plastic and synthetic furniture and accessories seem to be the standard choices in many homes. Even if homeowners prefer more natural materials, such as wood, the time investment required to care for wood furniture can be a hassle. This is especially true in areas with high moisture, since water can degrade wood furniture over time. What can homeowners do if they desire the comfort and natural look of wood furniture, without the upkeep?
Yesterday’s shower drain often summons a mental picture of a centrally located round or square slotted metal form for water egress or exit. And even now, those drains have their place. But today, when looks are everything and form follows function, the linear shower drain is gaining fast favor with astute and design-conscious homeowners.
Don’t knock the importance on what your entryway says about your home — timeless, fresh, modern or elegant depending on the style. Many times the first impression visitors receive when entering your home happens before reaching the living room and kitchen.
Whether you’re fond of a kitchen that screams a brilliant red–or you’d rather go for a more subtle pop of color–there are many options for appliances, cabinets, hardware and other accessories.
Mark Scott, president of Longleaf Collection, a North Carolina door hardware manufacturer, discusses what separates his U.S.-made goods from foreign-made competitive products.
Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Staying in front of your customers by capturing their interest and keeping them engaged should be at the top of your list. The path to achieving this, however, is often obscured.
People today are about making their own statements, not with someone else’s brand. Just witness in any industry the rise of the independent company who spring up out of nowhere, threatening the share of the major brands in that space.
In order to reach the affluent customer the MarketNet team worked with the American Affluent Research Center (AARC), a private research organization, as a resource to understand the affluent customer. It may be a good fit for your company, especially if you are targeting affluent consumers.