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Bilowz Associates Facebook Page

Bilowz Associates Inc. has launched a Facebook Fan Page. Become a fan today and keep up with the latest gardening tips from Ann Bilowz – especially helpful now that the sun is shining and spring is right around the corner!

Polhemus Savery DaSilva Architects Builders Launches Expanded Website

CHATHAM, MA – Cape Cod-based Polhemus Savery DaSilva Architects Builders has redesigned its website to feature an expanded portfolio of distinctive new and remodeled homes (as well as its commercial and institutional projects).

Improved navigation helps visitors and clients locate and use valuable information and advice, from the planning stage through construction and landscaping. The site includes detailed project descriptions, updated firm information and a streamlined appearance that will accommodate a steady stream of new content throughout the year.

Prestige Kitchen & Bath has Revamped their Website

Prestige Kitchen & Bath is another company that has recently revamped its website. Check out various examples of their work in their portfolio of kitchens, baths, closets and storage spaces.

Prestige Kitchen & Bath uses the latest CAD (Computer Aided Design) software to provide detailed 3D and color renditions to illustrate the potential of their design projects, so it is interesting to see that on their enhanced new website they provide some sample renderings of kitchen projects. For those of us who lack imagination, this advanced program is a great tool to help us realistically visualize what the finished project will look like.

Visit www.prestigekitchen-bath.com to see what Prestige Kitchen & Bath has to offer.

Benson Interiors Launches a New Website

Benson Interiors recently launched a new website with a fresh, easy to navigate layout and design. The highlight of the interior design firm's new website is Benson's comprehensive portfolio with images and descriptions about each project. The descriptions are especially helpful because they give a sense of the passion and personalities of the Benson Interiors team and the work they do. At Benson Interiors they pay great attention to detail and are truly adept and devoted to addressing the needs, desires and aesthetics of their clients in a variety of design styles - from traditional to transitional to contemporary. Visit their new website and see for yourself.

Benson Interiors
One Design Center Place, Suite 322
Boston, MA 02210
(617) 556-8200
www.bensoninteiors.com

Barbara Jacobs Adds Case Studies to her Website

Question: What’s more detailed than a portfolio picture and similar to a blog but less fleeting?
Answer: It’s a Case Study!
 
Now, Barbara Jacobs has added a special section to her web site: “Case Studies,” which is linked on the home page of www.integralcolor.com.

The “Case Studies” section will include a more in-depth view on a variety of commercial and residential exterior and interior projects, and even custom rug design processes and projects.

The focus is on sharing the featured project's client requirements and goals, design approach, methods and solutions, results, and responses.

The first featured project is an Arlington, MA residence where Jacobs worked on new exterior colors for the owner’s custom built 1950s home. His response: “Spectacular! It does exactly what I’d hoped it would do!”  In fact, he recently told Jacobs that neighbors passing by often stop him to comment and that the response is “100 percent unanimous: Magnificent!”
That, of course, is Barbara Jacobs' desired goal for every project.

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"I hope you’ll visit the site often to check out the blog posts, and the case studies that will be added from time to time," says Jacobs.

The Boston Design Green Guide is Now Online!

Check out Boston Design's Green Guide, with tips on easy ways to making your home more green and reducing your carbon footprint by using sustainable products. Read advice and information from experts in the high end home market.

Living a more "green" lifestyle can improve your health, increase energy efficiency and help save the planet.

www.bostondesignguide.com/green-guide

Dover Rug Launches Newly Updated Website

The newly updated Dover Rug website is now up and running! With an emphasis on product and usability, the new website is streamlined and offers a unique look into the different products and services that Dover Rug has to offer.

Visitors can now watch exclusive videos on the creation of flooring masterpieces as well as learn helpful tips to keep your rugs and carpeting looking as good as new. The new doverrug.com is your one stop for anything and everything in home decor. Site visitors can browse rugs, carpeting and window treatments in their Specials Gallery. Also on display is the history of the company, going back three generations, as well as information on Dover Rug's community service and engagement.

Dover Rug welcomes you to continue to check their website to find exclusive deals on products and web specials!

Check it all out at www.doverrug.com

Michael Humphries Woodworking Launches a Newly Upgraded Website

Michael Humphries Woodworking Inc., manufacturer of premium quality, high-end cabinetry, millwork, and furniture, is pleased to announce the launch of a newly designed and upgraded website at www.michaelhumphries.com.

In business since 1975, Michael Humphries Woodworking has developed a great reputation for delivering quality work on time and on budget. Check out their website to see what they can do - their work spans a variety of mediums and styles, from traditional to contemporary that guarantees Michael Humphries Woodworking has the knowledge and skill to create something for everyone.

Antiques, Color, Contemporary Life… connecting the colorful dots! A Message from Barbara Jacobs

A Message from Barbara Jacobs of Barbara Jacobs Color and Design...

"Do you love antiques? Even if you are partial to Contemporary design, you have to check out this amazing web site that is a fantastic resource for all types of antiques, from lighting to furniture to architectural elements.

"They have a unique—and fun—feature on the site. You can select a color from a rainbow band of color options and you’ll be able to see how any of those colors will look when used with the antique piece you’re looking at on their site.

"How did I find out about this? Even though I’m a designer of contemporary rugs, they asked me to write a section about using antique textiles in a contemporary environment. As a color consultant, I wanted to make the connection using color as the bridge. Together we selected a group of four, to start with: two antique rugs, and two other antique textiles. I really enjoyed creating color palettes especially for these fine antique pieces, all from two noteworthy showrooms in San Francisco. I was fortunate to be able to personally visit these two fine showrooms during a recent trip to the Bay Area. It was a great opportunity to see some of these fine antiques in a real-life setting.

"I hope you enjoy reading the section I’ve written—and also those of the other designers featured on the web site. The palettes I created for this project are all referring to Ellen Kennon Full-Spectrum Paints as the colors of choice. You can get actual samples of these colors from Ellen Kennon when you are ready to test the colors in your own homes.

"Check out DesignerDiggs.com to read all the articles and enjoy discovering some new color combinations.

--Barbara Jacobs
www.integralcolor.com
bjacobs@integralcolor.com

Charles River Wine Cellars Web Site Gets a Complete Makeover

Visit www.charlesriverwinecellars.com to view the web site's complete makeover. Check out images of their stunning custom wine cellars and explore the possibilities of what Charles River Wine Cellars can achieve in your home.