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To remain competitive in today’s market, it is important that hoteliers know exactly what the needs of modern travellers are and how to leverage mobile technology to deliver exceptional guest experiences. Hotel technology now plays a pivotal role in enhancing the customer experience, increasing revenue and attracting, engaging and retaining guests. With so many technology products available on the market it’s difficult to know what is best for your business. Understanding the expectations of your guests is critical before you set out a new technology approach. 1- Mobile check-in and digital key A study reported by Zebra Technologies found that 70% of guests want to use their phone to speed up check-in. In particular, business guests expect quick and easy access to their room when arriving at a hotel, to the point that 67% of travellers are more likely to choose a hotel that allows guests to check-in and open doors with a smartphone than a hotel that doesn’t (Hotels.com). 2- Personalised experiences Research conducted by American Express shows that 83% of millennials would let travel brands track their digital patterns if this would provide them with a more personalised experience. Amadeus found that 49% of travellers would be persuaded to make a purchase of relevant […]

Automatic Hotel Payment Processing For OTA and website bookings, supports Secure Card Storage, Verify, Pre-Auth, Deposit, Payment Up-Front, Percentage Payments and more. All processes are fully PCI DSS Compliant and removes 90% of your PCI compliance burden. Card Vault Customer Cardholder Data is securely locked and stored in our Vault. PCI Compliant processes are in place for you to access the card details in a safe manner. Fraud Prevention Carrying out verification and risk analysis on each transaction, reducing charge-backs on fraudulently presented cards and help you see an increase in cash-flow. Automated Collection of Failed Card Payments Say goodbye to manually chasing payments for declined cards, the OTA Payments system will automatically chase for failed payments. Cloud Based – No Install Required The OTA Payments system does not require any installation on your machines making it simple with no technology requirements apart from a web browser. Plug-in available for your PMS or Channel Manager No install required. It can seamlessly fit in between your existing PMS or Channel Manager as a plug-in. It can also run standalone as a cloud based solution. Gallery

Manufactured near Munich, the Disque swimming pool spotlight fits with 16mm construction height to each swimming pool wall. Efficient power LEDs uses only 1/10 of the usual energy consumption and can be easily retrofitted in existing pools and installation costs are low. The bulb emits up to 50,000 hours, compared to previous spotlights with low-voltage bulbs of 150 to 250 watts or 24 volts due to high heat and high-energy consumption only a maximum life of 100 hours. The cooling takes place by convection of the surface. In addition, a built-in thermal switch protects the spotlight from overheating during operation without water. Betec designs and manufactures lighting solutions for trade and home since 1979. Gallery

The 5 Star Sheraton Mall of the Emirates Hotel in Dubai has chosen the Cotell TE 3000 Hospitality telephones from Hotel Technology International for its 481 hotel guest rooms. The hotel is within close proximity of Al Barsha Pond Park and Souk Madinat Jumeirah and offers guest the ultimate in luxury and leisure with air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations, LCD televisions and 3 hotel telephones per room.  The hotel features architectural designs rich in culture and art throughout, ranging from star studded constellations acting as chandeliers, and golden poems written by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Within this context, the hotel guest room phone is not just a luxury; it is a necessity, forming part of the service that ensures guest can relax and enjoy the many facilities on offer. Hotel Technology international specialises in providing hotels with branded hotel phones that are specially configured with one touch memory keys to promote your restaurant, spa and other facilities. The hotel phone is not only relevant, it is essential to driving incremental revenues. Find out how we can improve the connection between you and your hotel […]

The discrete, minimalist frame of the Clarus Picture Light is a classic design of innovative technology by long established designer Horst Lettenmayer from Germany. The use of LED lights provides constant luminosity, low power consumption, and LED longevity; the ideal requirements for modern picture, menu or music stand lighting. The lights are currently showcasing contemporary Chinese art in the equally stylish and modern interiors of that most exclusive club, China Club in Berlin. The Clarus Picture Light has been awarded the German Kunstschutz (Protection of Art) and has won many international design awards in the past. betec® Licht AG Horst Lettenmayer founded betec® Licht AG 40 years ago. The German manufacturer stays true to its roots with every product 100% handmade and manufactured from scratch near its base in Munich. Horst has also been part of the popular 1970´s German TV detective series Tatort, where his famous eyes appear every Sunday and are familiar amongst households across the country. Today acting and lighting remain his passion, which he passes on to his daughter Julia, who guides the small team into the next generation. Gallery  

About Hotel Technology International – Sole Distributor of the Roomie UK app Hotel Technology International provides cutting edge technology to the global hospitality industry. With over 20 years’ experience in advising hotels, we are an approved supplier to many major hotel chains. Our expertise is in providing clients with fully customised, branded guest room technology including: Analogue and IP hotel guest room telephones Hotel alarm clocks and radios USB and wireless charging solutions Hotel media panels Room control switches Sole distributor of the ROOMIE UK app Working with Hotels to Drive Guest Revenues Hotel Technology International works with hoteliers to drive revenues by providing hotel phones with programmable Guest Service Keys and customised faceplates. We make it easy for you to give guests one touch access to room service, restaurant and spa bookings and any other facilities you offer. Hotel Technology International specialises in providing branded hotel guest room phones that are fully programmed to your hotel’s specification. (Branded hotel phone  image) Approved by Top Hotels Hotel Technology International hotel telephones are a feature in thousands of hotel guest rooms worldwide, including; Accor, Banyan Tree, Comfort Hotels, Hilton, IHG, Jumeirah, Comfort Hotels, Hilton, IHG, Jumeirah, Lucien Barrière, Marriott, Meliã, Starwood,Steigenberger, Virgin, Wyndham […]

NOFER has launched the new Concept3, a revolutionary design for public and private washroom spaces. The new design is available in four standard finishes; silver, titanium, black and gold with other finishes and colours being available on demand.  The unit integrates Air, Water & Soap which are all activated using touch free sensors. Adding a touch of design to functionality! Features & some technical information. Integrated hand-dryer, soap dispenser and tap. HEPA filter Dry time from 14-15 seconds. Soap dosing from 1 to 4 cc. Materials Anodised aluminium, ABS and brass. Two height options: 225mm or 317.5mm Soap tank capacity 2 litres Gallery

NOFER were at the ISH trade show in Frankfurt to showcase the new Concept3 unit and EVO ranges, as well as our standard ranges of hand dryers and stainless steel washroom accessories. The new ranges bring with them a modern and clean design to complement any bathroom or washroom space. Gallery

Trendy eye-catchers, natural materials and sustainable solutions By using highlight pieces, porcelain specialist BAUSCHER adds attractive accents for food presentations in the hotel and restaurant sector. With two asymmetrical bowls, a plate in a simple, purist design and classic bowls, the Purity Specials additions to the collection respond to current trends in an aesthetically elegant manner. The Sandstone pattern skillfully satisfies the desire for naturalness and individuality: the porcelain in an exquisite stone look is a remarkable eye-catcher. A multitude of different combinations to masterfully draw attention to the food creations is feasible, especially when paired with products from the Playground trend range. Attractive, modern coffee-to-go cups from hard porcelain offer mobile indulgence with genuine sustainability. That’s how BAUSCHER makes tasteful and eco-friendly consumption of hot drinks possible even while out and about. Attention-grabbing accents: Purity Specials expands the successful collection Whether traditional ramen creations, colorful veggie variations or the latest superfood ideas – the trend of serving meals in bowls has taken the restaurant and catering sector by storm. Porcelain specialist BAUSCHER responds to these types of meal presentations with classic bowls from Purity Specials. They not only offer flexibility for serving, but also enable relaxed enjoyment when standing. […]

Grand Residents by Marriott – 47 Park Street. Grand Residences by Marriott is synonymous with luxury travel and delivering an unrivalled client experience. These expectations continue to evolve not just with exceptional food and service but also by providing innovative technology. Our client required wireless charging to be installed into their luxury furniture. The desks had existing wells built into them which contained dated multifunction extension leads.  We were tasked to build a modern bespoke solution that not only provided wireless charging, but multiple charging options to facilitate the charging requirements of their clients travelling from all over the world. Each of the luxury suites now benefits from our wireless CHARGhubs, multifunction  plug sockets and dual USB outlets. Gallery

Café Nespresso Cheapside. Since it’s opening, Café Nespresso, Cheapside quickly become the place to be not only for great food and coffee, but also for people working in the local area to have business meetings and tourists to have a break. It became apparent that the breakfast bar area along the main window was being underused, so Café Nespresso were looking for a solution that would encourage their clients to utilise this space more. CHARGit put together a solution that involved retrofitting our CHARGhubs into Café Nespresso’s existing infrastructure. The solution was an instant success with the customers, in fact the feedback received confirmed our CHARGhubs were in use within the first hours of being installed.  Gallery

All Bar One Expand Roof Terrace. All Bar One opened a new first floor terrace in its bustling Harrogate city centre location during August. AEL were involved with the design, build and installation from the outset alongside Mitchells & Butlers and architects Design Coalition. All Bar One Expand Roof Terrace. The stylish and popular bar chain wanted to utilise their outdoor terrace all year round, allowing customers the chance to eat, drink and socialise in an area that could be enclosed, well-lit and heated during inclement weather. The installation of three terrace pavilions, each with an electric louvred roof which can be opened and closed at the touch of a button, allows customers to be protected from the rain or enjoy the natural air. Integrated LED lighting into the terrace pavilions make the area sparkle at night and add extra ambience. Beneath the Stobag BAVONA terrace pavilions, AEL manufactured bespoke U shaped timber seating and supplied a mixture of furniture, from powder coated aluminium Long Beach arm chairs to our stylish smoke grey Saturn side chairs. Products installed; BAVONA terrace pavillion Booth seating Dura tabletops Self-Levelling table bases Carcetti side chairs Long Beach arm chairs Saturn side chair Saunton table  […]

Jury’s Inn Hotel Group. Spires Art have worked closely with many branches of Jury’s Inn, and provided framed artwork and box canvases, tailored to each location. Collections of bespoke glass art have been created, including backlit and dividing etched glass art panels. All of which were carefully designed and manufactured by Spires Art to specifically to suit the client ” order_by=”sortorder” order_direction=”ASC” returns=”included” maximum_entity_count=”500″]

CROWNE PLAZA Dublin, One of the largest conference hotels in Ireland, the Crowne Plaza is a meeting place of people from around the world. With a mix of business and pleasure, we worked closely with designers to reflect this balance with the artwork. From framed box art, canvases, bespoke mobile hanging glass art, to the large scale bird’s-eye-view backlit print of Dublin which is displayed in the hotel’s meeting reception, there is a piece of art for all occasions in this hotel, to fit with the cosmopolitan vision of the hotel’s purpose. ” order_by=”sortorder” order_direction=”ASC” returns=”included” maximum_entity_count=”500″]

Shelbourne Hotel Built in 1824, The Shelbourne Hotel has stood the test of time as one of Ireland’s most exquisite 5* Luxury hotels. Proud of its role as a landmark in Irish literary, social, political, culinary and artistic development, we have worked with designers to maintain the integrity of the building and its history, with a beautiful, classic take on the past, while transitioning it to the present in a tasteful and sophisticated way. We have provided a huge variety of artwork to fit with both the classic and contemporary needs of this truly unique piece of Irish property. From printing room number plaques for each door, to fine art for the renowned Princess Grace suite we can take care of all your needs. ” order_by=”sortorder” order_direction=”ASC” returns=”included” maximum_entity_count=”500″]

How iKentoo helped Cocotte, La French Rôtisserie prevent food waste and reduce risk.  Cocotte, La French Rôtisserie Name of the Establishment: Cocotte, La French Rôtisserie Type of Establishment: Take away Daily Average Number of Clients: 50 Specific Needs: Delivery integrations Digital payment terminal: Yoco Mobile payment app: Zapper Mobile payment app: Snapscan Cash and stock control Risk reduction Remote management Sales data to anticipate the demand and optimize fresh produce stock management Type of Cuisine: Typical French Rôtisserie (Slow-roasting process) Location: 20 Regent Road, Sea point, Cape Town, 8060, South Africa Website : http://cocotte.co.za/ iKentoo Client since: The opening of Cocotte, La French Rôtisserie on May 11th, 2017 iKentoo’s Benefits: Flexible software package Risk reduction thanks to real time data accessibility Easy remote management of a small operation feasible Food waste reduction thanks to sales data analysis Cocotte, La French Rôtisserie opened in May 2017. This beautifully designed shop is South Africa’s first typical French Rôtisserie take-away. Born out of the co-founders, Catherine Lauria and Delphine Stein-de Beer’s love for good food and for the people of South Africa, Cocotte offers a little piece of Paris, in the form of dine-in decadence for people on the go. Whole free-range chickens […]

Indele takes part at the 5th Annual Hotelier Summit in Morocco showcasing the new FEDE collections. Inele showcased the new FEDE switch collections meeting with architects, designers and hotel investors at the recent 5th Annual Hotelier Summit in Morocco. We took advantage of the event to present the FEDE ranges MARCO and SoHo which offer a new more contemporary design. The new collections were extremely well received, and we are now pleased to announce that they are included in a series of new hotel projects with leading hotel chains. The new MARCH and SoHo collections are available in a range of matt colours as well as our traditional varnished finishes.     Gallery

Helios Hotels, owner of Kalimera Kriti Hotel & Village Resort appointed Jackson Daly to create a new 5 language website to increase direct booking to the resort. The site is now live at http://kalimerakriti.gr. Jackson Daly were responsible for the design, build, SEO, Google Adwords and Facebook re-marketing.   For more information contact Jackson Daly on telephone +44 (0)20 7234 0074 Jackson Daly, 7 Tyers Gate  London  SE1 3HX, United Kingdom   Gallery

Jackson Daly creates boutique Bayat Hotels brand. Bayat Hotels has now launched in Saudi Arabia. The first two hotels are now open with more to follow. Jackson Daly has been working for four years in partnership with the hotel owners for the new brand with the aim to bring boutique, contemporary individualism to the normally ornate Saudi Arabia hotel market. Jackson Daly is working with a Saudi Arabia business family on the branding for a chain of hotels. Based in the Abha region of Saudi Arabia the company is aiming to bring boutique, contemporary individualism to the normally ornate Saudi Arabia hotel market. Jackson Daly has been working for four years in partnership with the hotel owners for the new brand. The first hotel is due to open in the next six-months.   Project: Urban hotel with 120 rooms, restaurants and spa Client: Al Jazeera Paints Co, Saudi Arabia Opening: 2017 Scope: Hotel name, identity, F&B branding, guest literature, brochure, signage and responsive website Gallery

The Secret Is Out – Zuaya Is Open!. Back in February we teased you with our secret trip to Spain and told you to watch this space. Well, we can now tell you that our top secret project is the Latin American and Mediterranean fusion debut restaurant Zuaya in High Street, Kensington, London.  Harp Interiors have worked with the Client on their Branding, Graphic Design, Interior Design and Project Management for the full refurbishment to deliver this stunning restaurant that we are exceptionally proud of.  ” order_by=”sortorder” order_direction=”ASC” returns=”included” maximum_entity_count=”500″]

Floorfixx smart: save up to 30% of your time!. Have you noticed that your customers often have little time for installing new floors? Or do you have a shortage of professionals? Estillon has the solution! Instead of wet levelling, you can save up to 30% of your time with the Floorfixx smart and the Floorfixx range of underlay. We would like to tell you more about the Floorfixx smart dry levelling system and its advantages. Floorfixx smart is a system floor that, with the help of the handy lap joint, easily creates a new, insulating and even underlay that can bear load immediately. Renovation of poor basic floors for PVC strips, carpet and carpet/vinyl tiles with a minimum thickness of 2.5 mm. In addition, Floorfixx smart is suitable for residential, industrial and commercial applications. THE BENEFITS: No waiting or drying time and it can bear loads immediately Levels out unevenness and provides maximum stability Guarantees a smooth, flat base on which to fit your flooring Insulates against impact noise and meets the 10 dB standard set by the Owners’ Association (ΔLlin = 12 dB; ΔLw = 23 dB) Gallery Video  

New website Hotel & Spa Tech Live. Summer is an incredible time of the year. The sun comes out, the days get warmer and longer and most importantly, people take time off to relax. Whether going for a nice relaxing spa break or a trip away from everyday life to a nice hotel, summer is a time where people take a pause to revive. Our partners at Hotel & Spa Tech Live however, have made the most of their time off to work on completely reviving the show’s brand ahead of the 2018 edition. The team behind the event have spent countless hours working to provide their visitors with an incomparable experience… It all starts with their brand new website. The new layout of Hotel & Spa Tech Live’s web page gives you an exclusive first look at the show’s latest logo, which captures the excitement of new technological advances all while keeping glimpses of vintage hotel styles. New technology in the hotel and spa sector are a key aspect in the rebranding of the show and, as such, the new website boasts various features displaying some of the most forward-thinking products available on the market. With its bright arrangement […]

TUUCI Parasols Providing Luxurious Shade at the Spanish Five Star Gran Hotel Miramar. The impressive art nouveau palace, originally designed by architect Fernando Guerrero Strachan, is situated on the beach of Malagueta/Málaga in Spain and, since 2016, has been accommodating the Gran Hotel Miramar*****. 85 TUUCI parasols are used in the hotel’s 9,000 square metres of outdoor area: 20 Ocean Master Pagoda models are lined up around the pool; on patios and balconies, the Bay Master Classic model provides soothing shade. The Ocean Master Pagoda is defined by its exclusive style and by the unique design of its canopy that ends in a cone-­‐shaped apex. It is supported by a mast made of a polished and corrosion-­‐proof aluminium alloy of marine-­‐grade quality that is extremely weatherproof. “It’s because of their innovative and unique design that we have decided to use TUUCI parasols for the pool area”, says interior designer Aneta Mijatovic from the Spanish architectural studio Seguí. “The parasols feature a modern, unique and fresh, but also elegant, look. They are made of high-­‐end materials and are excellently manufactured and finished, so that we were able to create the look we had in mind. This is especially true for the […]

Tapas Barcelona Southampton The Brief Delicious Dining an existing customer of CCM EPOS contacted us to provide a solution for a new build Tapas restaurant which would be opening in the heart of Southampton’s Cultural Quarter. The operation would be over two floors, providing quick and efficient table service. The Solution The solution that CCM EPOS specified would be a total of eight  touchscreen tills, six of these would have rear displays to display the customer transactions and also use as a scrolling marketing and advertising screen. When not in use this can be changed remotely via Google Slides. To ensure the table service was slick and efficient CCM EPOS suggested a total of four handheld ordering devices using Pocket Touch which would enable the operators to take orders at the table and send the orders directly to the kitchen for saving time and manpower. To avoid any errors with lost orders and to improve efficiency with food orders in the kitchen a Touch Kitchen video system was installed. This ensures no paper orders are lost or accidentally destroyed and the kitchen staff have a clear view of the orders which have been sent through and also the progress of […]

NOFER, the specialist manufacturer of quality sanitary ware products, has recently released its new range of Baby Changing Stations with its robust and hygienic HDPE interior and elegant stainless steel outer casing. Once again Nofer has reinforced its strategy of continuous and innovative product development. The new range has been developed using an antimicrobial HDPE material to reduce the risk of cross contamination and to ensure the unit is easy to clean and maintain in perfect condition. For added security there is an adjustable safety strap for the baby.  We have also incorporated a paper dispenser into the unit to make sure that all you need is on hand for a perfect job! There is an easy to use locking mechanism making it a simple job to open and close the unit. You can even do this with one hand, just in case your other hand is busy. The inside and outside smooth finishing of the units have no sharp angles or edges that might cause damage or injury. With the outer casing finished in stainless steel the units will blend effortlessly with the rest of the changing room. The new range of Baby Changing Stations are practical as well […]

Egalsoft® underlay: over 20 million m² processed! . Since 1993, millions of square metres of Egalsoft® underlay have been used hassle free – over 20 million square metres! The benefits of Egalsoft® are clear when you lay it. The self-adhesive non-slip bottom layer saves litres of glue, and saves on your completion time as it saves you some work. You can do more metres in less time! Removing is also quick and easy. On removal, the carpet takes up the Egalsoft® in one movement. Various appealing, leading projects, including hotels, ships and casinos, both here and abroad, were fitted with Egalsoft®.    Egalsoft® is a unique self-adhesive underlay, allowing for sustainable and convenient application. The top layer consists of a PES non-woven fleece on an impregnated needle felt for a stable base when applying the glue. The equalising bottom layer has a self-adhesive non-slip glue finish. Egalsoft® is suitable for residential and project applications. For heavy-use applications, please lay Egalsoft® on non-slip glue. Absorbing system without damaging the base floor Very good equalisation high absorb-and-bounce capacity increases the comfort and the sumptuous feel extends service life of the carpet also available in fire-retardant quality, Euroclass Bfl-S1 and ASTM Class 1 […]

Contract Market Marine. Estillon includes Fenix Base carpet underlays with an IMO certification (valid until 2018) in its product line for use in ships. These certified products are recognisable by the CE approval mark in the shape of a wheel. According to IMO, Estillon products have outstanding fire-resistant properties and the quality of the production process is guaranteed. Fenix Base is an IMO-certified carpet underlay from the Best Base range, available in various thicknesses. This high-quality carpet underlay made from composite polyurethane foam distinguishes Fenix Base from other IMO-certified underlays on the market. The top-grade composite foam gives the carpet optimum comfort and durability. Fenix Base is produced in our factory in the Netherlands. Click here to read more about Cruise ship Carpet Underlayment. To get an impression of the kinds of projects in which Estillon’s products have been installed, please refer to the following list: Marine projects. You can download the IMO certificate here: DOWNLOAD – Lloyds Certificate of Fire Approval – Fenix Base DOWNLOAD – Lloyds Certificate of Conformity (Module B) You can download the brochure “Hospitality Collection” here. Gallery

In retrospect: Domotex 2018 . Estillon looks back on a successful Domotex, Europe’s floor covering trade fair in Hannover. Estillon was present in a different hall (Hall 11) this year. But because the entire trade fair was organised differently, both our existing and new customers had no difficulty in finding Estillon. Given the visitor numbers of around 45,000 annually, Domotex is a stable trade fair. Unfortunately, moving the dates of the trade fair did not result in more visitors. Nevertheless, Estillon’s sales team made excellent use of the 4 trade fair days to present its product range. Assisted by experienced upholsterer Jason Roberts, extensive demonstrations of the Floorfixx underlay range and various carpet underlays Egalsoft and Best Base Elegance Black FR were given. Naturally, the Roberts tools were used during these demonstrations. Estillon would like to thank everyone who helped to make the trade fair a success, in particular all our partners, the visitors and the Estillon team. Estillon looks forward to meeting you again at the Domotex trade fair in 2019! If you have any questions or comments, please contact us on +31 (0)24 6485348 or send an e-mail to info@estillon.nl. For more information, please visit www.estillon.com Gallery

Levelling and installation within 1 day! . Estillon is introducing its underlay range under one name, Floorfixx, including the following products: Floorfixx regular, Floorfixx smart, Floorfixx comfort and Floorfixx fini. This Estillon underlay range offers you the solution if your customers have little time for installing a new floor! Instead of wet levelling, you can save time with the Floorfixx underlay. We would like to tell you more about the Floorfixx dry levelling system and its advantages. Floorfixx is the underlay for linoleum, cushion vinyl, PVC, click PVC, carpet, carpet tiles and strip parquet. These underlays allow you to create a new, insulating and flat underlay in a dry and easy manner. Furthermore, these underlays can bear load immediately, there is no need to wait until the underlay is dry. This is a major advantage compared to wet levelling. Time-saving, simple and clean. And no long drying or waiting times. With the aid of the sandwich system and interactive adhesive, the Floorfixx underlays quickly and easily create a new, insulating and even underlay that can bear load immediately. These underlays are suitable for residential and project applications. On top of that, the Floorfixx underlays insulate against impact noise. These underlays […]

MAKING INTERIORS SMELL AS GOOD AS THEY LOOK. Aromatise Living Space   Addressing all the senses.   Have you ever entered a space and instantly felt at home, or quite the opposite, uncomfortable or anxious?   The reason why is not always an evidence, be it the colours, the lighting, the furniture or perish the thought.. the SMELL! A badly aligned interior may have you longing for more or running for the door.   As science will tell you, smells create an immediate psychological impact, they trigger our memories and emotions, which in turn control our reactions. Improving your quality of life is about enabling the hidden potential in everything. This is the Aromatise ambition.   Aromatise Fragrance Diffusion Technology believe in the art of aligning those senses, with the help of the often forgotten sense of smell.   “It is amazing what a good scent can do. Aromatise has put a smile on our guests faces.” Eveline, Amala Spa Hyatt   As you walk into a room a poetic eruption can engage you and instantly transport you. Imagine the silent and invisible diffusion of that perfect smell – the sweetness of freshly picked cherries or the warm hug of […]

The sun is shining – the generous, free-swinging parasol MAX cantilever by TUUCI hangs over tables and chairs offering pleasant shade. The flagship product of the company born in Miami provides relaxing hours, even at high temperatures, on large terraces as well as in the garden and offers sun-sheltered places. The right parasol for every situation: in versatile shapes and variants as well as different sizes the MAX cantilevers can be used in the private garden or for the contract market. With the “single cantilever” version you can choose between a classic square, rectangle or octagonal canopy. Another version named “manta” is a design piece where Dougan Clarke, founder and Chief Designer of TUUCI, was inspired by the elegant up and down movements of the manta ray. These movements are easily recognizable in the shape of this parasol. The result is a harmonic symbiosis of sophisticated design, innovative technology and quality. The durable TUUCI Tuff-skins, made by Sunbrella®, are available in a wide range of colors and allow for individual design. The MAX cantilever is available in two versions: “Ocean Master” and “Plantation”. The Ocean Master MAX Cantilever is characterized by a corrosion-resistant polished aluminum mast, inspired by sailing yachts. […]

The sleek modular design of the Equinox Cabana by TUUCI transforms any terrace, poolside, or garden into an open-air living room. Used as a pavilion, with seating or daybed, it is completely customizable. Next to providing protection from the sun, the cabana offers technical refinements such as integrated Bluetooth speakers, heaters and LED spotlights. Whether with translucent trellis walls, comfortable curtains or a clear view of the surroundings – Equinox provides soothing shade and protected privacy. The roof is fitted with trellis or covered with a weather-resistant fabric. The cabana is available in multiple finishes like: anodized satin, six powder coated colors (textured bright white, hammered bronze, espresso, sea shell white, ash grey or jet black) and four wood deceptively similar coatings (natural aluma-TEAK, java aluma-TEAK, weathered aluma-TEAK and aspen white aluma-TEAK). The inside of the square or rectangle cabana is optionally furnished with a classic sofa, an L-bench, or a fully-upholstered daybed. All the materials are characterized by their high quality, water resistance and colorfastness. Last but not least, the Equinox is a technical all-round talent: LED lights, sockets, Bluetooth speakers and USB ports provide additional functionality. This way, the open-air living room can also be used as a […]

Nofer Quality Bathroom Accessories was set up in Barcelona, Spain, 50 years ago and now offers its products and expertise in over 50 countries around the world. The manufacturing facilities are in Barcelona, Spain, where over 1000 sanitary and stainless steel products are produced. Innovation in product design and manufacturing has meant that NOFER now offers a wide range of products. The attention to detail and a focus on quality control to supply products that meet the customers’ needs means that NOFER is now one of the leading suppliers for these types of products in the industry. As well as, this NOFER also promotes an atmosphere of collaboration and team spirit, both within the company and with its partners and customers. This means that working with NOFER, whether as an employee, a supplier, or as a customer is an assurance of quality, high standards and a convivial atmosphere in which to carry out your day to day business.

Estillon official partner of Quiet room label for hotels. The Quiet room® Label Concept was introduced by the Sound Insulation Knowledge Centre (Kenniscentrum Geluidsisolatie – KGI). This is the first and only objective quality certificate for hotels in terms of soundproofing. With the Quiet room® label, hotels can generate added value for their guests; The guests are then guaranteed a stay in a quiet room. But with this certificate, property owners are also a step ahead when it comes to selling their properties to hotel chains. Before a hotel is awarded a number of stars, it must comply with the conditions set for this in each country. However, no guidelines apply for acoustic comfort. The KGI aims to change this through the Quiet room® label. In order to determine the class in which a hotel room falls, the KGI performs measurements of airborne, impact and installation noise. If the room does not yet meet the Quiet room® label requirements, the KGI gives advice on what needs to be done in order to comply with the label requirements. The KGI can advise on new products from various suppliers during renovation or construction work, so that this high level of acoustic comfort […]

Signbox delivers high spec wall graphics and glazing manifestations for new Alpha Bank London office. When Alpha Bank – one of Greece’s largest financial institutions – moved its offices from Canon Street to King William Street in the City of London, it commissioned Resonate Architects to transform its new space into one that exuded quality and delivered an amazing client experience – with added detail that represented its identity, ethos and Greek heritage. Having successfully worked with Signbox on many previous occasions, Resonate Architects turned to them to help to bring this project together, with main contractor Parkeray, awarding Signbox the contract to produce and install graphics for a feature wall in the staff break-out area, glazing manifestations throughout the office area, and bespoke signage for six meeting rooms. Resonate and Signbox began collaboration on this project in January 2017, with the architects showing Signbox examples and ideas that Signbox was ultimately able to turn into reality. All elements of the project were installed on schedule in July 2017. The finishes schedule provided by the client specified a particular tone of bronze and, for the feature wall in the break-out area, Signbox was able to colour match this to a […]

The ultimate bathroom essential, no bathing space is complete without an illuminated bathroom mirrors to assist with daily routines. Offering a difinitive range of contemporary LED mirrors, Bauhaus is pleased to announce the launch of two new designs, Mike Pro and Dune. Offering a range of smart design features, including sensor on/off switches and colour changing illumination, these multifunctional mirrors not only provide a practical feature in the bathroom but also a stylish focal point too. Designed to offer the latest in functional bathroom technology, the new Dune mirror boasts smart features throughout combined with sleek, up-to-the-minute styling. Beautifully illuminated from all angles, this smart mirror features the next generation of LED lighting, offering superior performance using the lowest possible energy consumption. Operated via the mirror’s touch-sensitive controls, which are marked in three subtle sandblasted symbols, users can control the light’s on/off function, its brightness and a choice of three ambient illuminations: cool, warm and daylight. If simplicity is your thing, then the Mike Pro mirror is for you. Available in two sizes for landscape and portrait hanging, the simple form and classic framed illumination means that this design will coordinate effortlessly in any bathroom scheme. Controlled by a clever […]

Choose your Shade – from Fabrics to Feather shades Fabrics Your choice of fabric depends on the style of lampshade. Choose from a wide variety of fabrics including: • Silk • Chiffon • Linen • Cotton • Horsehair • Wall Paper, Handmade Paper • Parchment or Faux Parchment • Card • Suede or Faux Suede • Leather or Faux Leather and Vellum • Ribbon, Felt, String, Raffia and Feathers • Fabric can be supplied through A Shade Above or you can supply your own (COM). Classic soft shades (incorporating a wire frame and fabric lining) • Stretched fabric • Knife or Box Pleats • Pleated and Smocked • Gathered • Various interiors • Trimmings Contemporary Laminated Shades We laminate your choice of fabric, usually silk, linen, cotton, horsehair or wallpaper on to a card or pvc backing. The edges can be “rolled” to give a clean modern look or trimmed to match the lampbase and/or specific room features such as the curtains or overall decor. You have a choice of interiors and colours. • White or translucent • Matt or shiny gold or matt or shiny silver • Wallpaper or fabrics • Trimmings Card and Parchment Shades Inexpensive but effective shades – ideal for simply and effectively […]

Geneva, Switzerland, 10 February, 2017 – The Chemours Company (Chemours) (NYSE: CC), a global chemistry company with leading market positions in titanium technologies, fluoroproducts and chemical solutions, is introducing at Ambiente 2017 its Teflon™ Profile nonstick coating for cookware. Teflon™ Profile is based on a new technology that combines the proven, excellent nonstick properties of Teflon™ nonstick coating with long-term scratch resistance resulting in a coating surface that looks newer longer. This is a desirable feature for cooks, whether they are ambitious hobby cooks or professional users, as they need to worry less about using metal utensils and what the resulting scratches do to the surface. Cookware coated with Teflon™ Profile nonstick retains a newer looking surface even after long-term use. Available in the colours Crocodile Black, Shark Blue and Buffalo Copper, the coatings also add colour accents in the kitchen. The key to this advance in kitchen technology lies in the unique structure of this new, patent-pending coating. Chemours, a specialist in fluoropolymers, has engineered a coating that takes advantage of the performance characteristics of three integrated components.  The first component, the primer, consists of the fluoropolymer polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) with integrated ceramic reinforcement. As a basic layer, this provides […]