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Matt Miller and his wife Yvette Miller purchased CASigns(California Signs, Inc.) in 2004. Matt originally joinedthe CASigns team at an early age when he began workingover his summer breaks. During his summers at CASigns,Matt learned the tricks of the trade, gaining knowledgeand insight in all aspects of the business including fabri-

cation, installation, schedulingand eventually sales and man-agement. He currently plays anactive role in sales and estimat-ing as well as business opera-tions. He is truly a hands-onleader of his company.


California Signs, Inc. CelebratesMore Than 50 Years Of Service

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May 17, 2012

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You don't have to be a five-star hotel to make a five-starbed. You simply need quality plus a keen attention to de-tail—something Royal River Trading, LLC understandsand espouses. As the exclusive wholesaler for Cuddle-down, they offer luxury sleep and bath amenities thatguests will remember, and they also offer their hospitality

customers affordable, qualitybedding. Their Maggie’s HotelCollection is made by the sameteam of experts who craft Cud-dledown’s fine bedding. Cuddledown has a 40-year

history of crafting bedding in

Royal River Trading, LLC’s Maggie’s Hotel Bedding Collection

Flash Furniture offers immediate shipping of dozens ofproducts for use in hotels, restaurants, schools, dormito-ries, and offices. There are many varieties of designswithin each category. Flash Furniture stocks millions of

dollars in inventory in a700,000-sq.ft. facility in Canton,Georgia. A very manageablewebsite and a built-in freightcalculator make it easy and eco-nomical to order from Flash.Great freight rates, even to the


Flash Furniture Brings A Wide Range Of Hospitality Furniture To HD Expo Napoleon® products are not just about performance.

They’re an expression of art and style, designed for everyroom. Hotel rooms and lobbies are dramatically trans-formed into “spa like” retreats and private sanctuaries yourguests will appreciate. The Napoleon® Fireplace Collection includes both

traditional and contemporary options available in electric,gas and wood. There arefireplace designs for everysetting imaginable. To add a dynamic out-

door living space for yourguests, Napoleon offers a


Napoleon® Quality Fireplaces: Designed For Every Room

For over 30 years, Paul Montgomery Studio has beenproviding high quality custom art-work for hotels, restaurants, clubs,and high-end luxury residences. Theirstaff of talented artists pay scrupulousattention to detail and are committedto providing the highest level of qual-ity and service with passion and in-tegrity. Paul Montgomery Studiostresses professionalism, excellence,


Paul Montgomery Studio Will Transform Your Space With Beautiful Painted MuralsAnd Custom Art

Rowley® Company announced today that they arelaunching a new line of R-TracTM architectural trackhardware in July. This line of baton- or cord-draw com-mercial track systems includes a complete selection ofmaster carriers, carriers, end caps and installation brack-ets, with the wall- or ceiling-mount track ranging in size

from 4 feet to 20 feet long.According to Bill Taylor,

Rowley Company’s CEO, thelaunch of R-Trac architecturalhardware will provide high qual-ity product at a value price: justwhat the commercial and hospi-


High Quality New Line Of Architectural Track Systems

Article courtesy of KML

KML is the North American leader in textured finishes forpanel products, offering the largest selection of designs onthe West Coast. Our DesignLam surfaces feature sevenunique TextureLam collections and our standard Classi-cLam surface to meet all of your hospitality design needs.KML’s quality comes from strict attention to detail for

all surface components.

Finishes and TexturesEdgewood, our newestdesign, catapults the


KML DesignLam—The Art Of Surfaces

SICO Incorporated introduces revolutionary new ideasin mobile buffet systems: The SICO DECO Buffet Sta-tion Series, the SICO OVATION Buffet Station seriesand the SOPHISTICATE PLUS Mobile Folding BuffetStation series. Designed by chefs for chefs, the SICO

buffet stations will enhancethe complete buffet diningexperience with eleganceand function ... a realWOW experience.SICO’s DECO Buffet


SICO Inc. Introduces Revolutionary Concepts In Mobile Buffet Systems


Paul Rosen is the founder of Skypad, Inc. and serves cur-rently as its President and CEO. Rosen holds a B.A. ineconomics and an LLB from the University of Toronto.

Skypad, Inc. was founded in 1999 with a focus onthe contract hospitality market.Since its humble beginnings,Skypad has gone on to becomea premier global vendor servic-ing the luxury hospitality mar-ket as well as education andhealth care. Skypad has in-

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In interviewing Mr. Rosecrans (Crans)Baldwin, President of both Bergamo Fab-rics and Donghia, Inc., one is struck by hislove of the interior design industry basedon more than 30 years of experience.

“I view the skill of the interior de-signer as a combination of the gift of tal-ent combined with education andpractical experience. Interior design canbe taught, but the inherent talent that atruly great designer displays is somethingthey seem to have been born with, that be-comes a craft that they hone through ex-perience”. Having dealt with the interiordesign profession in the hospitality, resi-

dential, corporate, aging in place and storeplanning segments of the business, Bald-win has grown to truly respect interior de-sign as a both a profession and as anessential element of worldwide quality oflife. “Interior design enhances nearlyevery aspect of global culture, be it thefeeling of wellness in patient care to de-compression in a wonderful hotel room tothe sense of place when one returns homefrom a day at work”.

Standing in his booth at HD, whereBergamo and then Donghia have exhibitedfor many years, Baldwin points out howdifferent Las Vegas has become because

of design, specifically the design of hisfriend Roger Thomas at Wynn. “Imaginethese gigantic structures with no Wilson &Associates, no Wynn Design, no HBA orRockwell or KNA or ABA or all the othertalented designers that built Las Vegas?Unconsciously and perhaps unknowingly,the patrons of these hotels come for the

Forest Group USA and the twins, Kristinand Cory, welcome you to Booth #5736.And they are pleased to announce thegrand opening of their new 40,000 squarefoot facility in Atlanta, Ga. With the ad-ditional warehouse space, Forest Groupis situated better than ever to meet your

delivery requirements quickly and pro-fessionally. Forest Group Drapery TrackSystems are heavy duty, powder coated,and lubricated with a patented process toensure a smooth view on the world everytime. At the booth, you can see first handthe quality and beauty of the company’s

decorative metal and wood rods. Avail-able in a variety of styles from contem-porary to traditional, they willcompliment any design. If your project

calls for motoriza-tion, you must stopby and hear theultra-quiet ForestShuttle—the onlymotor with a

Forest Group USA And The TwinsWelcome You To Booth #5736

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Viro, introduces Viroforms—the non-toxic, completely recyclable, versatilewoven storage and basket system. Avail-able in a variety of colors and weaves,these beautifully woven pieces won’tfade, crack or peel like natural wicker.The exceptional feature of Viroforms isthat it is completely washable.Peerless for a multitude of uses, Vi-

roforms function in residential and com-mercial applications. These storagesolutions are perfect for the home, office,bath, spa, and garden. And, since Viro-

forms are food contact-safe, these con-tainers are suitable for pantry storage orin restaurant environments. Viro expands its product offerings

with these innovative applications:VirosurfaceTM. Age-defying, high-

performance indoor and outdoor panelsare fully water-resistant and insensitiveto sun, chlorine and harsh weather. Athome by the pool or kitchen, bathroom orgarden, Virosurface can be hosed downwithout fear of discoloration or rotting. VirothatchTM and ViroreedTM are the

most natural looking alternatives to nat-ural thatch and reed. And since it is madeHDPE, it resists insects, that normally in-fest and breakdown natural thatch andreed. There are no seasonal shortages be-cause it is factory produced and, as allViro products, its performance is guaran-

Viro Launches A New Weave:Functional, Beautiful, ViroformsTM

teed for years. ViroumbrellaTM. Designed for

outdoor resort and park applications,the Viroumbrella can be specified inVirothatchTM or ViroreedTM. Fabri-cated in strong metal for stability andwoven to withstand full sun exposureand weathering.

About Viro FiberFirst established as P.T. Polymindo Per-mata in 1985 and based in Tangerang, In-donesia, Viro Fiber launched in the U.S.in 2004, and soon became the premier all-weather wicker provider. As the plasticextrusion specialist with the largest pro-

Mia, a wet-labeled collection of architec-tural die-cast aluminum LED mini steplights, is now available from Nora Light-ing. The recessed, low profile 3W fix-tures are designed for use on patios ordecks and along interior stairways in ho-tels, hospitals, schools and other publicor residential sites.Mia face plates are offered in a range

of styles and finishes, including louvered,lensed or shroud in brushed nickel,bronze or white. All models are con-structed from die-cast aluminum and arecULus listed for wet locations.They can be mounted horizontally or

vertically.The solid state step lights include an

integrated driver and 12 LEDs per unit

with 3000K. They are rated for 50,000hours of performance. Red or amberLEDs are also available, along withcolor-matching finish screws. The face plates mount to a heavy-

duty sealed polycarbonateLED module and can be usedin a standard single gangbox. New Mia fixtures are anaddition to Nora’s existingline of LED step lights. Nora Lighting has been

a pioneer in the developmentand manufacture of LED fix-tures for commercial and res-idential use. Nora LED

Indoor/Outdoor LED Mini-Step Lights Introduced By NORA Lighting

products includeDiamond Series LED retrofit down-

lights, LED track and Nora Rail fixtures,LED linear lightbars, LED puck lights,LED high-output and RGB tape lights,

LED pendants, and LEDemergency / exit signs.Along with LED fix-

tures, Nora manufacturesincandescent, fluorescentand HID sources in trackand rail systems, recessedlighting, multiple lightingsystems, under cabinet



reducing the potential forfading of materials anddécor. Excellent color ren-dering of up to 92 CRI and along life of up to 50,000hours rated life at (L70)make these lamps the idealchoice for retail applications.The outstanding energy effi-ciency of these lamps savesover $200 in energy costs over the ratedlife of the lamp vs. comparable halogen

lamps. In accordancewith GE’s commitmentto quality and reliabil-ity, all GE energysmart® LED RetailPAR lamps have adurable solid state de-sign (no filament) andalso carry a three-yearlimited warranty.

For more information, visitwww.gelighting.com/ThinkLED.

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GE Lighting is leading the LED lightingrevolution with its outstanding line ofRetail PAR38 and PAR30 lamps. GE’senergy smart® LED Retail lamps boastofferings with ENERGY STAR® quali-fications and offer the perfect blend ofenhanced color quality, advanced optics

and reduced glare, ideal for retail appli-cations. The leader in advanced optics,GE’s exclusive Visual Comfort Lens™is designed to reduce glare for optimallight qualities desired by merchants.Furthermore, GE LED PAR lamps haveless heat, UV and infrared in the beam

GE Lighting Is Leading The LED Lighting Revolution

S3J Electronics, located in Lancaster, NY,was founded on a mission to acceleratethe adoption and evolution of LEDs intothe general lighting market. LED tech-nology combats two of today’s growingproblems: rising energy costs and envi-ronmental neglect.

With this in mind, and unmatchedcreative innovation and market experi-ence on our side, S3J Electronics begancreating highly efficient, long-lasting,LED lighting products that surpassed tra-ditional lighting in almost every measur-able aspect.

Today they produce lighting thatdelivers a higher efficacy, a richer color

rendering, and a superior quality oflight than any traditional lighting prod-uct on the market. Their core LED tech-nology provides solutions forcommercial, industrial, institutional,and residential applications, which areperfect for any parking lot, office, eventcenter, warehouse, home or businessenvironment.

Most importantly, thier LED prod-ucts are guaranteed to deliver significantenergy and maintenance savings, whileproviding a more environmentallyfriendly lighting solution.

S3J Electronics is changing the waythe world looks at lighting.

About the 130W Modular LED High BayS3J Electronics is proud to introduce thenew 2012 130W Modular LED High Bay.If saying the name isn’t exhaustingenough, we dare you to try memorizing itslist of features. This state of the art High Bay is capable of reaching DesignLight Consortium’s 10,000 lumen andzonal light distribution requirement usingless than 130 Watts. Oh, and did we men-tion that it’s 100 percent modular? Up-grading the LED or power supply at theend of life will take less energy than

S3J Electronics: Changing The WayThe World Looks At Lighting

screwing in an incandescent bulb, literally.

Other features include: • Custom high brightness LED array• 30% lumen depreciation (L70) > 80,000hours• Luminous efficacy > 130 lm/w @ 25° C• Fixture efficacy > 81 lm/w• Power factor > 95%• Input Voltage: 100-277V, 347V and480V• Dual-loop Voltage and Current Regula-tion• Dimmable and On/Off Control• Multiple Reflector Options• Works up to 50C ambient• CCT: 3000K-5500K• CRI: 70• 5-year warranty• In accordance with CE, UL, cUL, ETL,cETL, and FCC testing standards

If this light could talk, well, then it reallycould do everything. Never before has thelighting industry seen a fixture this effi-cient, this clean… this perfect.

For more information, call 888-972-5673,or visit www.s3j.com.

S3J Electronics’ 130W LED High Bay’s are in-stalled at Mohawk 4 Ice Rink, in Hamilton,ON. Goals scored are at an all time high.

The pioneers in developing self-luminoustechnology are at it again. Isolite, theworld’s leading manufacturer of self lumi-nous exit signs and a leading manufacturerof energy efficient emergency lighting prod-ucts, is revolutionizing emergency lightingwith a new, innovative, aesthetically appeal-ing and more effective low level emergencylighting system—LightPathTM.

Lightpath is the definitive solution foremergency egress lighting. Mounted just18" above the floor, Lightpath provides aconcealed LED emergency light that proj-ects uniform illumination along the path ofegresss. With spacings of up to 50 feet oncenters, Lightpath continues to provideegress illumination even in heavy smokeconditions where traditional ceiling or wallmounted lighting can be compromised dueto glare or light blockage.

“As a leading manufacturer of energyefficient emergency lighting products, we’realways looking for ways to improve currenttechnology,” states Bill Lynch, President ofIsolite. “After listening to fire safety expertsconcerns about the effectiveness of existingemergency lighting products in smoke filled

spaces, we designed what we think is theperfect solution. Lightpath—a low level re-cessed emergency light that puts light rightwhere it’s needed ... on the path of egress.Not only is it a more effective means of il-luminating the way out, it also has the addedbenefit of enhanced aesthetics by blendinginto any decor. Architects and lighting de-signers no longer have to install a fixturethat compromises their design. Improvedlife safety coupled with a nearly invisiblefootprint is a combination that is sure to bea winner.”

Raymond W. Swartz, PE / LEED APfrom KONSORTUM1, comments, “Whenincorporating emergency egress lighting so-lutions into our projects, my design criteriaalways focuses on the intricate balance ofexcellent photometric performance, cost-ef-fectiveness, and most importantly aesthet-ics. Isolite’s new LightPath product offers aunique low-level based solution that very ef-fectively satisfies all three of these criticaldesign concerns.”

For more information about LightPath,or Isolite, contact Erik Smith, Vice-President at 800-799-5343.

Isolite Revolutionizes EmergencyLighting Technology

Established in Chicago in 1930,Butler has specialized in accent furni-ture longer than any other company inAmerica. Products include chests, ta-bles, benches, game tables, consolecabinets, secretaries, entertainmentcenters, desks, pedestals and more.They’re value rich products craftedfrom solid woods and veneers with ex-quisite inlays and fossil stone. Manypieces feature authentic hand painting.Other pieces are made from an array ofexotic materials in inspired combina-tions of fossil stone, hand-hammeredcopper and various metals, bamboo in-lays, cane and rattan.

Butler offers:• A wide selection• Value pricing

• 70% of the line is in stock• All in stock items ship within 72 hours• 60% of the line can ship FedEx or UPS

For additional information, contact DanSumner, Executive Vice President, Salesand Marketing at Butler Specialty Com-pany. Write to 8200 S. South ChicagoAve., Chicago, Ill., 60617, call 800-799-2857 x131, email [email protected] or visit www.butlerspecialty.net.

Butler currently has openings forsales representation for the hospitalitymarket only. Sales representatives are en-couraged to stop by Booth #6343 withtheir résumé. Applicants may also emailtheir résumé to [email protected]. Butler can be contacted at 630-235-7229 during the show.


Butler Specialty Com-pany continues tostrengthen its positionas the accent furnitureleader by offering a se-lection of 1,200 fash-ion-forward products.

“We want Butler tobe the go to line whendiscriminating buyersand designers demandquality at reasonableprices. We firmly be-lieve that original de-

sign and outstandingvalue drives our busi-ness,” says Dan Sum-ner, Executive VicePresident of Sales andMarketing.

Butler SpecialtyCompany offers a vari-ety of price points andstyles to meet the needsof every buyer. The de-signs are fresh, original,sometimes whimsicaland always stunning.

Research shows a quality pillow is a crit-ically important amenity to travelers.Long after checkout, your pillows will beremembered. Make sure they are remem-bered for the right reason.

For more than 50 years, Down Inc.has been manufacturing superior qualitybedding products and helping their busi-ness partners deliver positive guest expe-

riences. With a focus on manufacturingpillows and comforters with natural fills,they understand quality starts on the in-side. Quality starts with beautiful downand feathers of U.S.A. origin.

The vertical corporate organiza-tion of Down Inc. is unique. There sim-ply is not another like it in the industry.Their parent company, Maple Leaf

Farms, supplies theirdown and feathers. Thisallows them completequality control of the fillmaterial, from the farmlevel to the finished prod-uct. That’s pretty impres-sive—until you add to it that this alloccurs within a 117 mile radius of theirGrand Rapids, Michigan factory.

Down Inc. pillows and comfortersare known for their superior whitecolor. This is achieved by using do-mestically-produced white feathers anddown. There are no grey or brown

Down Inc.—It’s Simple … Your Guests Love Great Pillows

feathers in their fill.The result is purewhite products that vi-sually communicatecleanliness to guests.Down Inc. not onlycommunicates cleanli-

ness, they guarantee it with theirDownGuard™ process that cleans andsterilizes the feathers twice.

For more information, stop by Booth#2664 and let them help deliver a greatnights’ sleep to your guests. After theshow, contact Down Inc. at 800-552-9231or visit www.downinc.com.

Add Butler Specialty Co. To Your‘Must See’ List—Visit Booth #6343

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West Coast, make Flash a viable resourcefor any part of the country.

Flash Furniture’s product categoriesinclude lounge furniture for lobbies androoms; office chairs for guest rooms,conference rooms, business centers, andback-of-house; banquet chairs; trainingtables and banquet tables; and evendrafting height chairs. The Customer

Service Department is well-trained andexperienced in expediting your orders ina timely fashion. Most orders shipwithin 48 hours. The wide variety ofready-to-ship products is a designer’sdream. You will have a choice of somany options, that off-the-shelf willlook designer-influenced.

For more information, visitwww.flashfurniture.com, email [email protected], call 770-721-8391, or stop by Booth #6727.

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H.B. Fuller Construction Products, makerof TEC® brand products, introduces itslatest innovation, the new high-perfor-mance Power Grout® ultimate perform-ance grout.

Featuring a unique, breakthroughformulation, the Power Grout product of-fers many of the advantages of epoxy andurethane without the installation chal-lenges and high cost. The Power Groutproduct combines performance and ease-of-use like no other, to provide installa-tions with permanent stain-resistance,crack resistance and superior color uniformity.

Excellent for both interior and ex-terior installations and in residential orcommercial applications, this powerfulproduct simplifies any installation byallowing for grout joints ranging from1/16-inch to 1/2-inch with a singlefloor and wall formula. Its fast-settingfeature accommodates foot trafficwithin four hours of completion andshower usage in as little as 24 hours.

Designed to offer consistent, uni-form color across the installation,Power Grout includes a limited life-time warranty* against efflorescenceand color fading. In addition, PowerGrout ultimate performance grout ispermanently stain resistant and neverrequires sealing, so it can keep its “likenew” appearance with simple, routinemaintenance.

“We developed the Power Groutproduct to offer the ultimate in grout per-formance,” states Kristin Cattaneo, Sen-ior Brand Manager, H.B. FullerConstruction Products. “The best part isPower Grout ultimate performance groutprovides its benefits and advantageswithout the hassles and difficulties inher-ent in many other products.”

Available in a total of 19 colors, the

new TEC Power Grout is offered in 25-pound and 10-pound plastic bags. Twelveof the most popular colors are also avail-able in five-pound jars.

For more information about H.B.Fuller Construction Products’ innovativenew Power Grout product and its many ad-vantages, visit www.tecpowergrout.com.

*See www.tecspecialty.com for completelimited warranty details.

About H.B. Fuller Construction Products Inc.H.B. Fuller Construction Products Inc. (asubsidiary of H.B. Fuller Company) is aleading provider of technologically ad-vanced construction materials and solu-tions to the commercial, industrial andresidential construction industry. Head-quartered in Aurora, Ill., the company’srecognized and trusted brands—TEC®,CHAPCO®, Grout Boost®, Foster®,AIM™ and others—are available throughan extensive network of distributors anddealers, as well as home improvement re-tailers. For more information, stop byBooth #6252 or visit www.hbfuller-cp.com.

New Power Grout® Ultimate Performance Grout Offers The Ultimate In Performance And Ease Of Use

Credible Upholstery Limited is a leadingedge manufacturer of fine furniture prod-ucts. Our customers are world renownedwithin the hospitality sector, governmentinstitutions and international corporate es-tablishments. Our strength is taking an in-spirational concept and transforming thecreation into a timeless show piece, mak-ing the design and manufacturing processa wonderful and creative experience.

We pride ourselves in combiningcontemporary design elements with oldworld fabrication techniques.

In order to meet the highest stan-dards we use the finest of materials thatare renewable, recyclable and ecofriendly.

Credible Upholstery continues tomaintain leadership in the industry and isthe preferred choice of many prestigiousand renowned designers, purchasers, ar-chitects and venues, due to our continueddedication and commitment to quality,value and on time delivery.

Sincerely,Anthony MarcucciPresident

A Message From Credible UpholsteryPresident Anthony Marcucci

Hospitality executives, design profes-sionals and purchasing agents are askedto create and select new looks for thehospitality industry that are cutting-edge and high performance while keep-ing costs down. At a time whenhospitality renovations and new buildsare just beginning to come back, expec-tations are high and the pressure is on.

Guardian InGlass provides high per-formance products that not only addressthese challenges, but that also make astatement through customized pieces thatsupport the creation of beautiful, func-tional hospitality designs.

This week, Guardian Industries is in-troducing the hospitality community toone of its most innovative products,Guardian DiamondGuard. Its scratch-re-sistant properties extend the life of glass,keeping it looking newer longer by with-standing everyday scuffs and scrapes. Di-amondGuard is proven to be 10 timesmore scratch resistant than ordinary glass.

Guardian is inviting visitors to Booth#6121 as well as to the Innovation Pavilion(Booth #6554) at the HD Expo to see thisadvanced technology for themselves, and toparticipate in DiamondGuard’s scratch test.The Innovation Pavilion, a new addition tothe HD Expo, features select exhibitors

presenting some of the best new designs inthe hospitality industry. Attendees will seethe science and technology behind the de-signs and engage and share their opinions.Visit Guardian’s exhibit to see two differ-ent-colored DiamondGuard countertops,side-by-side with ordinary glass, and try tomake your mark.

For bathroom designs, two GuardianInGlass products also on display are partic-ularly well suited for the hospitality industry: • Guardian ShowerGuard features apatented process that permanently seals

Guardian InGlass—Advanced Interior Glass

10-year warranty. If workroom automa-tion is what you are looking for, come seehow you can save production time and

costs with our state-of-the-art cutting,pleating and hemming machines fromEisenkolb. They look forward to seeingyou at Booth #5736, or visit Forest GroupUSA any time on the web at www.forest-group.com.

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dazzling environments as much as for theentertainment. So, I applaud these talentedprofessionals that make this magic happenthroughout our built environment, be it aVegas casino or an upscale department

store sales floor or a beautiful home. It’swhy I love what I do, providing productsolutions that help designers achieve theirvisions for all of the rest of us—at home,at work, and at play”.

For more information, call 800-DONGHIA, visit www.donghia.com orstop by Booth #3219.

DONGHIA(continued from page 4)

and an expanding series of accent lights, in-cluding pendants and sconces.

Nora products can be seen in

professional electrical distributorshipsand lighting showrooms nationwide.For more information about Nora LEDretrofit downlights, contact NoraLighting at 800-686-6672 or visitwww.noralighting.com.

NORA LIGHTING(continued from page 6)

The Whiskey Blue Tavern at the W City CenterHotel, Chicago, Ill., features two Guardian InGlass products, DiamondGuard and UltraMirrror, which combine to offer an unbeatable combination of functionality

and beauty in high-volume hospitality settings.Visit Guardian Industries at Booth #6121.



American Leather’s Matia is efficiency atits very best: two distinct beds, more indi-vidual space, more privacy, and requiresthe same space as a queen sleeper sofa.

The Matia Double Cot Sleeper, likeits one-bed American Leather ComfortSleeperTM counterparts, provides a mat-tress protected by breathable Crypton fab-ric with moisture barrier resisting stains,prevents fluids, mold, mildew, bacteriaand odor from reaching the mattress, and

keeps harmful allergens from reachingyour guests. Matia is offered in COM,more than 80 American Leather hues anda wide range of color and textured fabricsfrom Ultrasuede® and Life FabricsTM—stain and fade-resistant fabrics that areeasy to clean. Designed by Barbara andRobert Tiffany, American Leather’spatented Comfort SleeperTM, Tiffany24/7TM mechanism is utilized in Matiaand every American Leather Comfort

SleeperTM. There are no bars or springsbecause a solid wood base supports themattress. With Matia, guests do not haveto compromise on privacy or comfort.

About American LeatherFor more than 20 years, AmericanLeather has expertly blended refined

American Leather: No CompromiseOn Privacy Or Comfort

design, meticulous craftsmanship and op-erational excellence to provide beautifuland durable furniture from its Dallas fac-tory. American Leather is one of the nation’s only leather furniture manufac-turer to use Cutting EdgeTM, a computer-ized, automated system that utilizes videocameras and lasers in both leather andframe fabrication. This innovative tech-nology provides superior accuracy and re-liability over other fabrication methodsand allows American Leather to offerhandcrafted furniture with lead times thatare much shorter than industry standards.For more information, visit www.ameri-canleather.com or stop by Booth #4832.

octagon canopyshapes. All modelsare designed to bemount to any typeof surface, includ-ing concrete,wood and in-ground applica-tions. The modestand unobtrusiveS h a d e m a k e rmounting kits pro-vide for a sturdyinstallation while permitting umbrellas toeasily be removed for seasonal storage.All sidepost models rotate 360° with theease of our exclusive hideaway handle.Sidepost styles range from a 2.5M / 8’ 2”square to a 5.0M / 16’ 5” octagon, offeringcoverage from 67 to 212 square-feet. Ourcenterpost models are stronger than

conventional marketumbrellas yet embracethat classic “marketstyle” look. Center-post styles range froma 1.9M / 6’ square to a5.6M / 18’ 5” octagon,with coverage from 36to 266 square feet.

From conceptualdesign and productengineering to rawmaterials and state-of-

the-art manufacturing, Shademaker shadeproducts provide high-level functionalityand long-term value. They are committedto being your partner in developing max-imum architectural appeal and environ-mental satisfaction.

For more information, stop by Booth#1046 or visit www.shademakerusa.com.

Shademaker represents “the finest inshade design.” For more than a decadeShademaker has been the premier line ofshade for the finest restaurants, resorts andcountry clubs around the world. Intelligentengineering, advanced materials and themost versatile selection available makeShademaker the smart solution in architec-tural shade. With more than six innovativestyles and 26 distinctive configurations,Shademaker can help you create a sophis-ticated environment in any setting.

From its origins deep within the leg-endary New Zealand yachting industry,Shademaker has developed a collectionof superior quality styles, elegant design

to provide the finest in shade solutions.All models are extruded from premiumgrade aluminum alloys. The extrusionsare then anodized in an elegant silver fin-ish. Anodizing is a commercial finishingprocess that fuses the color beneath thesurface of the metal. This process pro-vides a luxurious and incredibly durablefinish. Their awning grade, high perform-ance fabrics provide long-term color fast-ness with years of shade protection fromthe sun. Also, every umbrella includes aprotective canopy cover to keep the fab-ric clean when not in use.

Shademaker offers a complete line ofshade solutions available in square and

Shademaker: The Finest In Shade Design

Shademaker Orion 2.5 Square in O’bravia 5816 aqua fabric at Langham Huntington

Hotel in Pasadena, Calif.

INLIGHT International, aleading manufacturer anddistributor of custom decora-tive lighting for four- andfive-star hospitality and en-tertainment venues, an-nounced that it will exhibitits new Optima air purifyinglamp, at the 2012 HospitalityDesign Expo in Las Vegas.

Optima is the first visi-ble light fixture to feature a built-in airpurifying system that eliminates bacteria,odor and VOC without the use of harmful

chemicals or UV rays. Thepatented product utilizes ad-vanced nanotechnology andeco-friendly materials toconvert harmful pollutantsinto non-harmful sub-stances. This technology, de-signed to improve indoor airquality, was made possibleby the collective efforts ofrenowned university re-

searchers, experts in air quality andwater purification, and leading manufac-turers in their respective specialties.

“With the introduction of our Op-tima line, INLIGHT is taking lightingdesign and innovation to the nextlevel—combining illumination, air pu-rification and design aesthetic into onemulti-functional and progressive prod-uct,” said Lindsay Lau, CEO of IN-LIGHT. “Available in both standardand custom design options, Optimaprovides environmentally consciousclients with a cost-effective, attractiveand discreet purification solution forhigh-traffic areas such as restrooms,lobbies, dining rooms and any placewhere clean air is desired.”

INLIGHT and its affiliate, Unilight(Zhongshan) Ltd, have the exclusiverights to produce and market this technol-ogy in North America, Asia and Europe.Independent environmental laboratorytesting of the product has demonstrated

this unique lighting and filtration systemcan eliminate up to 94 percent of bacteriaand odor.

The Optima will be showcased at IN-LIGHT’s Booth #4023, alongside new ad-ditions to the company’s exclusivePrêt-à-Partir by Jonathan Browning lineof designer lighting. The Optima is ex-pected to be available in the U.S. in thesecond half of 2012.

About INLIGHT InternationalHeadquartered in Los Angeles, INLIGHTInternational is owned and operated byfour Chinese-American sisters. IN-LIGHT combines supply and value ad-vantages of a China-based manufacturingfacility with Western engineering expert-ise, know-how and local support. Formore information, go to www.inlightii.com or call 310-896-8782.

the surface, allowing the glass to with-stand some of the harshest conditions. Inindependent laboratory testing, Shower-Guard and competing products were ex-posed to hard water with dissolvedsilicates. After repeated exposure, otherproducts developed permanent stains,while ShowerGuard retained its cleanabil-ity—which can save time and money.

• Time takes its toll on ordinary mirrors:Average ammonia cleaners eat away at astandard mirror’s reflective surface, caus-ing black edges. Humidity and other en-vironmental conditions will degradeappearance and reflective performanceover time. Guardian UltraMirror standsup to these challenges and is backed witha 10 year limited warranty—twice as longas the industry standard, making it an easychoice in the high wear-and-tear environ-ments of the hospitality industry.

The high performance of Guardian’s Dia-mondGuard, ShowerGuard and UltraMir-ror means facility managers can minimizecostly replacements. The products don’t re-quire special products or coating replenish-ment, and can be cleaned with a wide rangeof common industry products. These prod-ucts can help a project achieve LEED forInteriors certification.

DiamondGuard, ShowerGuard andUltraMirror are part of the Guardian InGlass portfolio of interior product

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solutions for design professionals, facilitymanagers and purchasers. The industry-leading website makes it easy to browseapplication ideas, evaluate options, selectproducts, consult experts and purchaseglass. It also connects users with fabrica-tors, glaziers and others to assist them tomake their design concepts a reality.

Visit them in Booth #6121 and enterfor your chance to win an iPad. For moreinformation and official rules, visitwww.guardianinglass.com.

Illuminating Innovation: INLIGHTUnveils Patented Lighting ProductThat Reduces Bacteria And VOC


world of textured surfaces to a newrealm. Now your designs can feature thedeep grains and dark colors of realwood—with the durability and qualityyou know and trust from KML thermally-fused melamine products.

Edgewood adds to our existing col-lections to provide you with a wide vari-ety of surface options:TextureLam• Edgewood—the luxurious texture ofreal wood• Linen—the look and feel of spun linen• Bistro—an early leader in the real wood

look• Diamond—delivering the look and feelof chrome diamond plate• Crystal—multi-faceted sparkle in sur-faces• Satin—rich sheen for surface designs• Smooth—smooth to the touch for theelegance of simplicityClassicLam• Classic—the traditional matte finishthat made us who we are today

Standard and Custom ColorsAll of our finishes are available in up to70 in-stock KML. And, every KML De-signLam surface can be manufactured inthe custom color of your choice for up to

800 color options.

SubstratesKML is proud to provide consistent qual-ity by using only top-grade substrates.We offer Western pine particle board,MDF, Ultra Core (HDF with a plywoodcore. Non-added urea formaldehydecores are also available, along with otheroptions that help provide LEED points.KML participates in responsible foreststewardship by providing FSC approved(Forest Stewardship Council) panels.

HPL Panels & Kustom KomponentManufacturingKML also bonds High-Pressure Lami-

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nate (HPL) panels that are ideal for high-traffic surfaces such as desks, counter-tops and more.

KML is also proud to offer advancedcustom manufacturing including edge-banding, cut-to-size, curved parts, drilling,slot wall panels and shelving components.

At KML, we are more than “just” a panelmanufacturer—we are your design re-source as well. Our surface experts are al-ways available to help you best integrateKML DesignLam into your projects. Callus anytime for ideas on how KML De-signLam can bring your hospitality de-signs to life. During the show, stop byBooth #6931 or visit www.kmlcorp.com.

and versatility. The Chinoiserie Collection is a

beautiful series of exclusive hand-painted wallpaper designs based onclassical Asian and transitional themesincluding floral and nature scenes. All designs are created to use as

wallpapers, screens and art pieces. They specialize in Custom Murals

for walls and ceilings of hotels, privatehomes and public interiors the worldover. The murals are painted on canvasin their studio and shipped directly tosite for installation by their team or byothers. Our versatility and wide rangeof experience in style and theme insures the highest quality of painted

custom murals available. Their Wallcoverings are individu-

ally handcrafted by talented artisansusing the highest quality materials andare suitable for residences, hotels andcommercial areas. Classic forms arestylized for modern interiors. All arehandcrafted and made to order, meas-uring 27 inches wide after trim by theinstaller. This collection is sold by the

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yard (with a 30 yard minimum order).Colors can be adjusted to customer’s re-quests and made to order on a variety ofground types.

Paul Montgomery Studio also pro-vides an extensive range of custom paint-ings, giclée prints and art pieces. Formore information, stop by Booth #4857,call 540-337-6600 or visit www.paul-montgomery.com.

tality customer demands in this economy.“We are building this line of product toour exacting quality standards, and havevery competitive pricing. Combine thatwith the high level of customer serviceRowley is known for, and this is the per-fect choice for major commercial andhospitality jobs,” says Taylor.

Rowley is known throughout the in-dustry for developing innovative solutions

to challenges facing drapery workrooms,designers and installers, as well as offeringextensive customer training and support.They offer free project guides and webi-nars, and demonstrate assembly and instal-lation techniques in videos on theirwebsite. No other company in this indus-try can compete with the level of customerservice that Rowley provides.

“We are excited to expand our offer-ing to better serve the needs of commercialdesigners and specifiers. This is our firstproduct line targeted at the hospitality and

commercial marketplace,” says Taylor.“In addition, we’ll be able to provide theancillary items that accompany large com-mercial orders, like buckram, drapery pinsand batons. This will streamline orderingand enable customers to save on shippingcharges, making Rowley Company a trueone-stop shopping experience.” R-Trac ar-chitectural hardware and commercial tracksystems will be stocked in Rowley’s eastand west coast distribution centers foreven faster delivery.

For 50 years, Rowley has been de-

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lighting customers by providing an out-standing customer experience. From de-veloping innovative products, offeringcompetitive pricing, providing friendlyphone service to delivering products ontime, Rowley is your partner, working tostrengthen your position in the industry.

Visit Rowley Company at Booth#1672 for an R-TracTM catalog or tolearn more. To see their collection ofsupport materials, visit www.rowley-company.com or call 800-343-4542 formore information.

stalled over 500 projects worldwidesince its inception.

Q: Skypad is a premier resource forcustom contract furniture. What isyour definition of custom furniture?

A: Pure first time, and often one time,rapid prototyping leading to the produc-tion of designs that have never beenmade before or are new to the producer.While Skypad does offer cataloguedcollections, our greatest asset is the ac-cumulated capital base of knowledgethat our organization has developedover the last 13 years, producing morethan 10,000 custom designs on behalfof some of the greatest designers, archi-tects and brands within our industry.

Q: Where does Skypad manufactureits products?

A: Skypad was one of the earliest adaptorswithin global hospitality to produce thebulk of its products in Mainland China. Imade my first visit to China back in 1996and have since made over 40 visits.

I am constantly in awe of what China iscapable of under the right circumstances.Skypad manufactures in other countries,notably in the United States. However,China remains of paramount importanceto the delivery of our core value propo-sition.

Q: So what is Skypad’s core valueproposition?

A: Bringing the highest concept contem-porary and transitional custom furnituredesigns to hospitality at price points thatthe developer can afford, and at a qualitythat the designer or architect will adore.

Q: What is China best at in your opin-ion?

A: Skypad has an incredible knowl-edge base concerning what productsare best fabricated in China and wherebest to manufacture them. In general,China is exceptional at one: very highvolume aggressively priced productionfor select brands and two: high designcontemporary fabrication where thecombination of shape, material andtechnique cannot be accomplishedelsewhere competitively.

I am proud of the fact that we haveworked with our upholstery partner on anexclusive basis for over a decade. The in-tellectual capital that we have mutuallyaccumulated is impossible to replicate.

Q: Whom do you look to please on aproject?

A: All three constituents that we serve(brand, design and purchasing) must beprovided with an incredible experi-ence. Skypad is a preferred resourcefor leading design firms because of ourproven track record in being able torender their incredible visions withoutcompromise, regardless of budget. Ifdesign is thrilled, then the brand thatwe are both working for will likelyalso be pleased. With Purchasing, weare constantly striving to ensure thatour protocols for project managementand reporting results in their having atransparent, accountable and reliableexperience with us.

Q: What is Skypad working on for thisyear that excites you?

A: This year we are very privileged tocontinue our long association with W Ho-

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tels for a number of new and renovatedproperties. Our role in the development ofboth the Aloft and Element brands willcontinue as it has since these innovativebrands launched in 2008. We have a num-ber of wonderful projects underway inIndia, Columbia, Argentina, London, theUAE and Jeddah for an array or luxurybrands including Four Seasons, Oberoi,Waldorf Astoria, Le Meridien and RitzCarlton. Our mood is very optimistic andour focus is very international.

Q: Finally are you launching anythingnew at HD 2012?

A: Yes, we are launching a network co-operative of some of the leading technol-ogy based artists to create immersiveinstallations for public spaces. CalledProject X, we will provide design firmswith the tools for designing interactiveand emotionally connecting experiencesfor guests in environments on both alarge and small scale.

Q: How can our readers find out more?

A: They are welcome to stop by out Booth#2254, email [email protected] orvisit www.shopskypad.com.

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Q: Mr. Miller, please tell us about yourcompany. How did it all start andwhere you are now?

A: Originally founded in 1962, the com-pany has experienced changes in owner-ship, management and name over theyears but we have always kept serviceand quality a top priority.

Since 2004 we have experienced amazing growth and become one of theleading architectural sign companies inthe hospitality industry. We are alsoproud to be a woman-owned/minority-owned small business with an emphasison domestic material procurement.

Q: What should the hospitality indus-try think of when they hear the name

CASigns?

A: We take great pride in providing excep-tional service to our clients as well as thehighest level of fabrication and installationat a fair price. We hope the hospitality in-dustry thinks of us as honest, timely andextremely reliable. After all, we have beenin business for more than 50 years.

Q: What clients do you cater to?

A: Our client base consists of all levels,from property owners to architects anddesigners, construction companies andfacilities management. We work closelywith architects and designers to ensurecomprehensive design integration. Work-ing with facilities management our serv-ice often extends to maintenance, repairsand remodels.

CASigns also provides signage for hos-

pitals, schools and government projects.

Q: What is CASigns’ secret to its suc-cess during these challenging economictimes?

A: After completing several prominent,upscale projects in 2008, we had to re-evaluate our resources as we facedchallenging times. We adapted to theeconomic changes by concentrating onpublic works projects; increasing ourbonding capacity, working with pre-vailing wages and tackling the admin-istrative requirements involved withpublic jobs. We are now an experiencedpublic works contractor.

We’ve remained focused on the hospi-tality industry throughout and con-tinue to service our hospitality clientswith the same level of commitment asalways.

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We also owe our success in great part, tothe support and dedication of our veteranemployees, many of who have been withthe company for over 20 years.

Q: What does the future hold in storefor CASigns?

A: We expect to maintain our statusamong the highest level of well-respectedarchitectural sign companies in the indus-try. While there are fly by night sign com-panies starting up frequently, CASignshas been around for more than 50 yearsand we intend to stay on the cutting edgeof manufacturing capabilities and serviceto our clients in order to be around for an-other 50 years.

Please stop by our booth, CASigns #4964 and visit us on the web atwww.casigns.com; we’d love to hearfrom you!

Maine, a state known for its tradition oftextile manufacturing. Royal River Trad-ing, LLC understands the importance ofvalue for their hospitality customers, soin addition to offering the sheer luxury ofCuddledown’s premium bedding, they’vedeveloped a hotel bedding collectionmarrying quality and the feel of luxurywith long-lasting durability and afford-able, competitive pricing.

With Royal River Trading’s Mag-gie’s Hotel Collection, hoteliers can outfitthe entire bed, from comfy, yet support-ive featherbeds to decorative shams.Whether lofty, quality down or superiorsynthetic, their Maggie’s Hotel Collec-tion bedding includes sumptuously soft

pillows, comforters and featherbedshandcrafted and sewn in the USA usingthe finest imported materials. The linensare made from quality fabrics sourcedfrom reputable mills worldwide andOeko-Tex® certified to be free fromharmful chemicals, assuring guests’safety.

The Maggie’s Hotel Collection’sUS-made, luxuriously soft pillows andcomforters include a choice of hypoaller-genic, lofty synthetic fill or fine 600 fillpower white duck down. The shells aresoft, yet durable 230 thread count 50 per-cent cotton, 50 percent polyester, Oeko-Tex® certified fabric.

The pillows come in four sizes(standard, queen, king and Euro) andthree firmness levels (soft, mediumand firm). Comforters are available in

twin, full, queen and king sizes andthey come in Royal River’s most pop-ular light-weight— all the warmth of athick blanket, yet light and puffy, per-fect for year-round use, or in mediumweight— the warmth of one to twothick blankets.

The Collection’s crisp, white hotellinens are made from 60 percent cotton,40 percent polyester, 220 thread countpercale that is Oeko-Tex® certified andmade for long-lasting durability. Theduvet cover and shams have a triple satinstitch, which adds a decorative flair. TheCollection also offers elegantly texturedmatelassé duvet covers and matchingshams made in Portugal.

From Royal River’s value collec-tion of hotel bedding to their most lux-urious Cuddledown products,

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customers can rely on their firm com-mitment to quality. Located in Maine,they’re also proud to provide outstand-ing, responsive customer service. Theyoffer a Quick Ship program (most oftheir popular bedding ships withinseven days) and can fulfill special re-quests, such as custom designs or pil-low menus. And Royal River Trading,LLC guarantees products to be expertlycrafted and free of defective materials.

Appreciated by hoteliers and guestsalike, Royal River Trading, LLC’s brandsare synonymous with quality, service andcomfort.

For more information, please stop byand visit Royal River Trading, LLC atBooth #5346 and/or contact: MichelleHarrison, CMO, mharrisonrrtmaine.com,207-838-7332/fax: 207-221-9000.

Series consists of 10 different mobile buf-fet stations, including: induction cooking;carving, holding stations for hot/cold foodsand beverages; dessert; dry bar; and ambi-ent side stations to display foods. DECOBuffet Stations are designed with a deco-rative lighting package that illuminates a

countless array of colors to complementthe design theme of any room, or to sup-port the theme of a specific event.

The new SICO OVATION Buffet Se-ries incorporates the perfect balance ofstyle and function. This exciting new seriesof mobile buffet stations includes sevendifferent stations: carving, cooking, warm-ing, cold food or beverage display, ambientmulti-purpose station and side station and

a side station with a plate dispenser.The SICO SOPHISTICATE PLUS

series is a mobile folding buffet station.It can be configured with any combina-tion of cooking or warming inductionunits. This mobile buffet table has apneumatic assist that makes folding andunfolding the table quick and easy, plusit nests for efficient storage.

SICO’s buffet stations will unleash

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the creativity of Food & Beverage profes-sionals to create a memorable guest din-ing experience.

SICO has the buffet stations of thefuture ... today.

Visit the SICO website at www.sico-inc.com/buffetstations.php or call 800-533-7426 to learn more about SICO’snew buffet systems. For more informa-tion, stop by Booth #6746.

duction capacity in the world for all-weather wicker, Viro is used extensivelyby the top brands in both Europe and theUnited States.

Viro Fiber weaves core “green”

values into the fabric of the company’sbusiness philosophy—a philosophy builton the foundation of a triple bottom lineapproach that includes environmental,social and fiscal responsibility.

Committed to collaboration with de-signers wanting to use greener materials,Viro is 100 percent HDPE (High Density

Polyethylene), which means it is non-toxic and recyclable. It does not containany plasticizer unlike PVC. Through in-tensive quality control Viro Fiber meetsISO 9001-2000 system standards.

To see the full line of Viro products,stop by Booth #524 at the HD Show orvisit www.virofiber.com

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For U.S. Sales, contact Sentron International at 909-392-7555, [email protected] or [email protected].

To contact the corporate office,P.T.Polymindo Permata, call +62-21-590-2155 or email [email protected].

large selection of outdoor living products in-cluding patio heaters, patioflames®, outdoorfireplaces, gourmet grills, outdoor kitchensand a new casual furniture collection.

Visit www.napoleonfireplaces.com

to experience the entire Napoleon prod-uct line call 800-461-5581, or stop byBooth #218.

The Napoleon® StorySince the first wood stove rolled off theproduction line more than 35 years ago,Napoleon’s commitment was to be dis-

tinctive and successful in everythingthey do. Napoleon’s commitment to pro-ducing quality products combined withhonest, reliable service has proven to besuccessful framework to ensuring thecontinued rapid growth of the company.Napoleon is ISO9001 - 2008 registeredand now operates with more than

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750,000 square feet of manufacturingspace and employs more than 700 asso-ciates. Napoleon is North America’slargest privately owned manufacturer ofquality wood and gas fireplaces (insertsand stoves), gourmet gas and charcoalgrills, outdoor living products, waterfallsand a complete line of HVAC equipment.

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