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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

Hotel guests commonly bring multiple devices with them during their stay. However many hotels have yet to provide easy access to wireless charging outlets. At best this makes your hotel seem behind with the trend, at worst it can lead to guest inconvenience and disappointment. A recent survey found that almost 90% of people ‘felt panic’ when their phone battery dropped to 20 per cent or below. Yet it’s all too easy to forget to pack a charger! As your guests start to see wireless charging appear in more and more outlets on a day to day basis, eg coffee shops, restaurants, rail stations and airports, they will expect hotels to offer this facility as standard. Stay ahead of the game by offering wireless charging in the hotel guest room and common access areas such as lobbies, lounges and dining areas. Hotel Technology International offers a number of stylish wireless charging solutions for the hospitality industry and our knowledge of connectivity solutions is second to none.  Find out more at https://hotel-tech.com/productranges-view/next-generation-technology/ Gallery

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 […]

Roomie the unique hotel-branded guest engagement app, is now available in the UK exclusively through market innovator Hotel Technology International Ltd. The Roomie-UK mobile app promises to transform the hotel and hospitality guest engagement and management experience and offers a wealth of features that no other apps are able to provide at very little cost. A mobile app that is fully branded and customised for your hotel The app can be fully branded and customised for your hotel, it is easy to implement, needs no technical resource to run, works with the existing hotel wifi, is compatible with smart phone and tablets for both IOS and Android and can be fully integrated with Smart TV: LG, Samsung, Sony, Panasonic and Toshiba to provide a wealth of guest entertainment features. A contemporary way of boosting guest satisfaction ratings Simply put, Roomie is a hotel guest engagement system a promotional tool, an insight tool and a customer liaison tool all in one. With Roomie, hotels will be able to offer guests one-touch access to a wealth of entertaining features: the latest Hollywood film releases the ability to order room service in-app restaurant and spa bookings (and/or other services – the sky’s the […]

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. […]

Wok to Walk. A new concept in healthy eating, a 3-step menu delivering noodles just the way you want it, cooked by their famous wokkists. Opening sites in key locations with high footfall, Wok to Walk wanted to attract dwell time and provide a unique offering in competitive environments, by giving free wireless charging. They also wanted to engage with their customers in real time by interacting with their AP, encouraging the APP download and using the APP to see daily specials and relevant offerings. By utilising CHARGit’s engagement platform they can send Push Notifications in real time and are able to see live user analytics. CHARGit worked with the design team advising where the CHARGhubs should be fitted and supplied all the technical specifications for a safe reliable fit. 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  […]

World Exclusive: A first look at Hotel 360. With London recently taking the crown as the most attractive investment prospect for hotels worldwide, it’s safe to say the capital has firmly established itself as one of the world’s leading hotel markets, so where better to stage the latest instalment of the ultimate event for business growth in the industry; enter Hotel 360. Hitting the ExCeL London, on the 18th and 19th September 2019, the UK’s leading event for improving the profitability of hotels across the globe, will connect the industry’s most ambitions professionals with the solutions, services and innovations they need to achieve excellence and stay ahead of the curve, all completely free of charge!  Designed to provide a definitive overview of all the latest advancements in the sector, the industry-wide event will form a hub for hospitality innovation, bringing together the industry’s leading innovators from the worlds of marketing, branding, facilities management, operations, technology and beyond all united in their quest for business growth.  Packed with the cutting-edge solutions that are redefining the look, feel and future of hotels the world over, Hotel 360 promises to connect thousands of hotel professionals with all the industry-altering tools they need to boost their […]

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″]

CHARGit smart wireless charging technology. The hospitality sector is becoming more and more about enhancing the client experience and these expectations continue to evolve not just with service and location but also by providing the latest innovative technology. CHARGit recognises that in our busy modern lives we rely on our portable devices more and more; poor battery performance creates stress & anxiety that does not need to exist. CHARGit was set up as a solution to the everincreasing battery anxiety in millions of smart tech users. The founders naturally aligned as they pooled together their decades of experience not only in technology but also in high-end retail & hospitality fit outs. They saw a need to find a solution to this problem by creating a wireless charging infrastructure. Our units are manufactured in Europe, come with a 24 month warranty and comply with all the regulatory safety standards including Qi, the official wireless charging standard. Without Qi certification devices are at risk of overheating, not being compatible and being unsafe. Our hubs deliver fast charging to Qi-compatible devices, including the latest iPhones, Samsung, LG, Siemens, and many other manufacturers. Smartphones are just the start for wireless charging – tablets will […]

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

TUUCI Parasols at the Luxury Atlantis by Giardino Hotel in Zurich. Following a complete renovation and refurbishment, the five-star luxury hotel Atlantis by Giardino reopened towards the end of 2015, featuring exclusive rooms, two top-class restaurants and a relaxing spa. As early as the 1970s, the Atlantis hotel was already a magnet for superstars like Steve McQueen, Muhammad Ali and Freddie Mercury.Seeing itself as an urban retreat, the hotel is located at the foot of Zurich’s Üetliberg mountain, thus combining urban luxury with relaxing vistas of nature. A total of 31 TUUCI parasols provide pleasant sun protection on the terraces and by the exterior pool. Designed by Annemarie and Hans Hubacher in collaboration with Peter Issler and built between 1968 and 1970, the Y-shaped building is a gem of postwar modernism. Today, parts of the building, such as the beautiful spiral staircase and some parts of the façade, are listed due to their historical significance. The interior design of the refurbished hotel is characterised by a number of accents underlining the overall luxury ambiance: handcrafted furniture and premium, manufactory-produced fabrics give the 95 rooms and suites their particular charm and character. The architects selected different TUUCI parasols for the restaurants’ […]

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  

Hyatt Regency Moscow Petrovsky Park, is part of the prestigious VTB Arena development, the Hyatt Regency Petrovsky Park comprises of a spacious hotel and separate apartment building. Jackson Daly developed the individual brand identities and menus for each of the F&B outlets; Heritage Restaurant and Promenade Lobby Lounge. Contact Jackson Daly on telephone 020 7234 0074   Gallery

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 […]

Yesterday, The “Norwegian Bliss” has started her first journey. The ship has left the shipyard and is now on the passage over the river “Ems”. Estillon has supplied carpet underlay to this new, prestigious and super-luxury cruise ship! The Norwegian Cruise Line cruise ship “Norwegian Bliss” will be sailing in Alaska and the Caribbean from June 2018. What do karts at sea and outdoor laser games have in common with Estillon carpet underlay? You will find them all on the new Norwegian Cruise Line ship “Norwegian Bliss”. Estillon supplied a total of 10,000 m² of Oceanbase Contract FR for this. To achieve the ultimate in comfort, Norwegian Cruise Line selected a high-quality carpet underlay, Oceanbase Contract FR. This high-quality carpet underlay made from polyurethane foam is what distinguishes Oceanbase Contract FR from other IMO-quality products on the market. The high-grade foam results in optimum comfort and carpet durability. This 16th vessel in the fleet is being equipped with various popular components from the Norwegian Joy, which is stationed in China, including an outdoor kart track and laser games. Various novelties will also make their debut, such as a Texas Smokehouse. More information is available on the Norwegian Bliss website. Gallery

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

Hotel Carpet Underlays. As a world leader in flooring solutions, Estillon has been providing underlays for laminate, linoleum, PVC, vinyl, and carpet since 1965. In this time we have supplied carpet underlays for hotel groups such as the Marriott, the Steigenberger, and the Hilton, in locations stretching from Moscow to Seville. For Estillon, excellent service, quality, innovation and reliability are top priorities. Estillon has just the right underlay for any hotel. We truly value our collaboration with manufacturers of carpets, laminate floorings, PVC floorings and adhesives. This interaction is expressed in the sharing of product expertise and the testing of product combinations. The extensive product knowledge and specialist skills of Estillon employees enable us to provide professional advice. Effectively organized logistics means that your orders will be delivered on time. We understand that the hospitality industry is both demanding and versatile, it is therefore our belief that our hotel carpet underlays embody much of the same characteristics. Estillon hotel carpet underlays therefore provide the hospitality industry with the finest in versatile and durable carpet technology. This allows us to supply our customers with the perfect hotel carpet solution for the most appropriate of situations and settings, whether it be for […]

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 […]

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 […]

TUUCI, the creator of the most innovative, unique and stylish shade solutions in the industry for over 20 years, will be at the Downtown Design Dubai, a key element of the Dubai Design Week that runs from November 14-17, 2017. The fair brings together the world’s top design brands to showcase their collections at this event. TUUCI founder Dougan Clarke’s passion for the marine industry is reflected in the pieces of which each of the brand’s sun shades are crafted. This means that each umbrella, pergola and cabana developed by the brand is meticulously designed to beautifully withstand all environments and any type of weather. Inspired by nature and with a commitment to innovation, the firm has created the largest range of sun protection products on the planet. Their incredible durability, 100% replaceable parts and unparalleled sense of style and design make TUUCI the unmatched shade experience not seen anywhere else in the world, with a global presence in the United States, Europe, the Far East and South America. The brand will showcase a selection of products from its collections at Downtown Design Dubai, featuring some of its most iconic products: Equinox Cabana effortlessly transforms any outdoor space into an […]

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 […]

Transform bathrooms into a luxurious retreat with the complete collection of brassware, furniture units and accessories from British bathroom specialist, Crosswater. Combining modern functionality with on-trend aesthetics, each product from the brand’s extensive offering is manufactured to the highest specifications, offering customers assured quality and superior performance. Perfect for introducing a high-tech element to bathing spaces, Bauhaus by Crosswater’s NEW range of LED mirrors offers the latest in sensor-operated illumination. Combining user-friendly technology alongside design excellence, the Mike Pro mirror comes in two sizes and provides a bright, radiant light that is triggered with a simple hand motion. To create a sense of modern elegance, team Crosswater’s polished chrome brassware fittings with the natural wood surface of the Pier furniture range. Compete with an inset basin, these striking, wall-hung vanity units provide ample space to store toiletries and general bathroom clutter, whilst the angular silhouette makes for a real design statement. Offering a design choice for every aspect of the bathroom, the brand’s three focused collections of Crosswater, Bauhaus and Simpsons provide everything you need to create a fully functional and appealing space. From the latest designer brassware collections and statement ceramic styles, to shower enclosures with an impressive lifetime […]

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 […]