Northwind Paneling by Viridian Reclaimed Wood

Portland, Oregon-based Viridian Reclaimed Wood has introduced a new line of commercial-grade paneling derived from reclaimed transpacific crating material. Called Northwind, the wood is from a mix of slow-growing spruce and pine from the frigid climate of subarctic Russia. The paneling comes in two varieties: Rustic (in natural, ebony, silver and mocha stains) and Smooth (in natural, ebony… Continue reading Northwind Paneling by Viridian Reclaimed Wood

Snapshots from Milan Expo 2015: See it While You Can

While I was in Italy last week attending the Cersaie tile show in Bologna, I got a chance to take a day trip to the Milan Expo 2015. A group of American and Canadian delegates attending the show left Bologna via a chartered bus at 7:40, but due to traffic we didn't arrive in Milan… Continue reading Snapshots from Milan Expo 2015: See it While You Can

3D-Printed Faucets from DXV by American Standard

Using Computational Fluid Dynamic (CFD) technology and selective laser sintering, American Standard has launched the first commercially available 3D-printed faucets. Created out of a high strength metal alloy, the faucets feature intricate structures of concealed waterways that converge at the top shortly before reaching the aerator, creating the illusion of water emerging magically from the spout.… Continue reading 3D-Printed Faucets from DXV by American Standard