Cava 36 Bottle Wine Credenza

The Vinotemp Cava credenza is the perfect solution for serving and storing your wine collection when you don’t like the look of a stainless steel and glass box.

The Cava Credenza has the ability to hold up to 36 bottles in two independently controlled refrigerated units, up to 18 wine glasses in the central hanging stemware racks, and all of your favorite wine accessories in its 3 storage drawers.

The Cava Credenza has dual thermoelectric cooling systems with 53° to 64°F temperature range and soft interior lighting to beautifully display your favorite wines without adding heat. It is available in two finishes: Espresso and Rich Maple.

The Credenza is 54″ wide, 22″ deep, 40″ high and weighs close to 250 pounds. Pricing is set at $1,780 plus $415 freight. It does not meet CA prop. 65 regulations.

While this credenza does not hold a lot of bottles, I think the use of furniture feet give it a lighter appearance than other models on the market. I’d prefer if one cooler could handle large or oddly shaped bottles. If you place a champagne bottle in this credenza you will most likely reduce the overall bottle capacity that can be stored.

January 19, 2014

JSG Oceana Cubix Vessel

The new Cubix Vessel from JSG Oceana, LLC is a top mount vessel measuring 15.75″ x 15.75″ x 4.5″ h. The “Cube” pattern is quite striking and adds a 3-Dimensional to the bath. The Cubix vessel is available in the following colorations: Crystal, Crystal Reflections, Champagne Gold, Black Nickel, and Fawn.

JSG Oceana sinks are made of “Hard Roc” Glass, a unique formulation of borosilicate glass created by Jeannette Specialty Glass for Oceana. All of their glass bathroom sinks are easy resistant to stains, scratches, and thermal shock (heat.) JSG Oceana Glass is non-porous making it very hygienic and easy to clean.

All JSG Oceana glass sinks are made in the USA and are offered with matching glass tile.

The Cubix vessel will be on display at the Kitchen&Bath Industry Show in Las Vegas February 4-6 in JSG Oceana Booth N327 in the Las Vegas Convention Center.

January 2, 2014

Pantone Color of the Year 2014

I’ve been avoiding writing about the Pantone Color of the Year for 2014: Radiant Orchid 18-3224 because most people don’t like it.

So I’ve been asking myself how did Pantone miss the boat on this color? The 2013 COTY, Emerald, was a smash hit. People were racing to create whole Pinterest Pages around the color. It’s January and I can’t find a single person excited about the color. Radiant Orchid must have some great applications.

Pantone describes the color as “an enchanting harmony of fuchsia, purple and pink undertones, Radiant Orchid inspires confidence and emanates great joy, love and health. It is a captivating purple, one that draws you in with its beguiling charm.”

Fashion:

I guess you can pull this color off if you are a rock star…

…or the daughter of one.

I just don’t think this color will survive past the 2014 spring lines so I wouldn’t make a large wardrobe investment in this color even if Pantone says it looks great against the skin for men and women. I might splurge for a mani like this one though.

Wedding:

The Wedding industry seems to love this color and why wouldn’t they – Orchids are great bridal flowers.

The color is seductive when paired with red and pairs well with its sister shades of lavender, purple and pink giving wedding planners and stylists opportunities to create romantic makeup, colorful accessories, and vibrant tablescapes.

Home:

It’s never good to be too trendy with your decorating choices. If you choose to decorate with Radiant Orchid it’s best as an accent or used in a lighter shade with lots of neutrals for larger scale items.

This is my favorite photo for Radiant Orchid in the home. I like how the art pops against the neutral room.

How would you use Radiant Orchid in your home?

December 27, 2013

The Fast Collection

With the Wood-look ceramic trend on fire it’s not too surprising to see innovations from the installation side.

In the quick-laying category, the Fast Collection from Italian manufacturer Del Conca, is a ceramic tile collection that can be put down quickly over any existing floor surface without the use of mortar or grout.

The tiles in this patented collection are snapped together and create a continuous surface without joints. This system can also be uninstalled and reused.

Three collections are available within the Fast Connect Line; Monte Napoleone Fast, Saloon Fast and Forma Fast. Monte Napoleone and Saloon offer plank tiles that look like wood. The Forma collection looks like cement planks.

This tile is marketed to the DIYer and is carried by Home Improvement Stores.

Del Conca will start manufacturing this tile in Loudon Tennessee in 2014 in their new 320,000-square foot facility. Currently 75% of Del Conca tile is exported to the US.