Author: AU News Bureau
US-based Women in Plumbing & Piping (WiPP) proudly welcomed Oatey Co. as its 15th founding sponsor, forming another strategic alliance with the aim of creating opportunities and fostering a supportive community for women in the plumbing and piping industry. Since its establishment in 2022, WiPP has been committed to cultivating a vibrant and inclusive environment for women in plumbing and piping. With Oatey Co. joining as the 15th founding sponsor, WiPP celebrates another significant milestone in its journey, recognizing the pivotal role that our sponsors play in shaping the plumbing landscape. Oateyโs is committed to supporting the vitality of the…
Nesterra, the premium home furnishings brand from Sutlej Textiles & Industries Ltd., is set to elevate the home decor scene in Srinagar with its upholstery and drapery collections. The brand, known for its sophisticated and elegant offerings, has partnered with Fashion Carpets, a prominent fabric retailer in the city. Fashion Carpets recently announced the grand opening of its new store in a prime location in Srinagar, featuring a curated selection of Nesterraโs home decor collection. Nesterra offers a comprehensive range of fabrics for upholstery, cushion covers, tapestries, and more, catering to those seeking luxury and style in their home furnishings.…
Gone are the days of guesswork and uncertainty in flooring design. With the Sherwin-Williams High Performance Flooring Visualizer, architects, designers and contractors can easily explore an array of flooring options โ from standard designs to personalized blends โ and tailor them to their project needs. The new, free, web-based tool offers customizable features that allow for creative exploration of color combinations and decorative aggregate sizes to bring flooring visions to life. Designed for convenience and interactivity, and available at floorvisualizer.sherwin-williams.com, the Sherwin-Williams Flooring Visualizer is fully responsive, allowing users to access the tool seamlessly across desktop and mobile devices. โThe…
US-based AI-powered CRE furnishing platform Inhabitr recently announced its expansion into the Middle East, marked by the opening of new office and design studios in Saudi Arabia. Leveraging AI trained specifically for furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E), Inhabitr offers a single solution that encompasses design, procurement, delivery, installation, and financing. This integration significantly accelerates the furnishing process, making it up to 50% faster and 30% more cost-effective than traditional methods. Having furnished over 20,000 units in the US, Inhabitrโs proven track record underscores its adaptability to a broad range of property types, from hotels to offices, multi-family, short-term rentals, student…
UrbanWrk, a leading name in the flexi workspace industry, has inaugurated its new centre at Raheja Mindspace, Hi-Tech City and Hyderabad. The state-of-the-art workspace spans 50,000 square feet and accommodates 900 seats. This initiative aims to serve a wide range of enterprises with employee strength between 50 and 500. In keeping with the companyโs track record, this newly launched centre testifies UrbanWrkโs commitment to providing agile work environments that meet the diverse needs of today’s businesses and professionals. The design embodies a sophisticated minimalism, prioritizing functionality and elegance. Upon entering, the ceiling serves as a clear guide to the lounge’s…
Livewire, a premier provider of technology integration services in Richmond, VA, has launched of Lightsource, its newest division specializing in lighting design and electrical solutions for homes & businesses. โLightsource represents the culmination of our dedication to improving lives by simplifying technology for our customers,โ said Henry Clifford, CEO, Livewire. โFor years, weโve been trusted by our customers to provide top-notch technology solutions, and Lightsource allows us to bring high and low voltage under one roof.โ Lightsource offers a comprehensive range of services, including: Lighting Design: Tailored lighting solutions that enhance the ambiance and functionality of any space. Lighting Control:…
Duravit, a leading premium sanitary ware brand has extended its bathroom faucets portfolio and announced launch of three new series. With Wave, Circle, and Manhattan Faucet Series – Duravit, aims to expand its complete bathroom portfolio and offer even more quality design options matching any bathroom. All three faucet lines come at an impressively attractive price point and offer added value to architects and developers, not least through sustainable features such as FreshStart, MinusFlow, and EasyClean. Duravit Best Match, a proprietary configurator developed by Duravit, helps users select the best combination of faucet and ceramic for each bathroom. The washbasin…
Designers from Swiss-based ECAL/University of Art and Design Lausanne presented sponge furniture that โgrowsโ itself at Milan Design Week in late April 2024. With a view to optimising transport and promoting sustainability, while retaining functionality and aesthetics, UPS โ Under Pressure Solutions presents a suite of lightweight furniture and objects made from cellulose sponge, a biodegradable and renewable material. Inspired by Italian architect-designer Gaetano Pesceโs UP5 chair (1969), made from polyurethane foam that self-expands when unpacked. UPS was initially an applied research project. After a meticulous process of selecting materials, the team opted for cellulose sponge. Made from wood residues,…
