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A Note of Thanks

Thanks to all of our partners and suppliers that worked to make GreenBuild a success.  It was as much fun as it was work, maybe a little heavy on the fun.  But we loved working with the great network of partners that is making Modern Surfaces come to life.  There are options after granite and quartz, and we are bringing them to you at the right time, the right price and to the right, leading edge design group that wants to get out from under the heavy thumb of the mining industry.  PEACE OF MIND not PIECE OF MINED, we say!

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Durat Debuts on Music Row

Always on the leading edge of design, Tuck Hinton Architects showed their product savvy with the seamless integration of sleek Durat sheets and sinks at 35 Music Square East in Nashville. Sudberry Millwork worked with the matching bowls and sheets to create the modern, timeless aesthetic that Tuck Hinton intended by choosing Durat.  Alston Construction oversaw the 100,000 SF Class A office building development project.  Unlike most solid surface, Durat, with its 70 colors offers a unique option by having matching sinks in any color.   Tuck Hinton used this unique feature to help bring a modern feel to Music Row. 

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Can CaraGreen Customer Service Get Even Better?

We think so. With the addition of Meesha Walker, Customer Service Manager to our team, we are poised to tackle our growth plans for 2016.  Meesha joins the rest of the CaraGreen team, interfacing with customers, managing QuickBooks and handling product inquiries.  All incoming requests should be directed to meesha@caragreen.com.  She will be working hand in hand with Barbara Ford, who most of you know and love.   Barb will now be handling Operations Support as well as billing, and stocking order placement.  Please congratulate Barb and Meesha on their new roles.

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October Vignette – Haunted Harvest

From bottom to top:

Kirei Coco Tile, Java Collection, Losari Leather
Durat, 480
IceStone, Gotham Grey
Kirei Echo Panel, Ceremony Print #122
Bark House, Maple Twig
reSawn Timber, Shou Sugi Ban, Hai (cypress)

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A Dramatic Rise

EchoPanel Rise Tiles are perfect for theater walls, as seen in this installation at the Murdoch Drama Centre by Space Factor.  Using EchoPanel thermoformed tiles in Wave, Dune or Rise is the perfect simple treatment to create a dramatic finished wall with a purpose.  To order samples or a product showing email: echopanel@caragreen.com

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There is Life After Granite

Thanks to all who attended our Modern Surfaces webinar on October 8th.  We received great feedback and agreement on the evolution of the surfacing market and the increasing adoption of sustainable materials by the current design contingent (and the waning desire for stone).  Good news for PaperStone, Merge, IceStone and Durat.  To schedule an in person presentation or webinar, please call 919-929-3009. 

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No Junk in Your GreenBuild Trunk

When is a countertop not a countertop?  When it's wearable art.
 
Bucking the trend of logoed pens and water bottles, we have commissioned three renowned artists to create amazing jewelry pieces from our modern surface materials.  Want a chance to win one?  Stop by the “modern surfaces” booth – 4128 – at GreenBuild. 
Email jessica@caragreen.com if you want a scheduled time.

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September Vignette – Fall Fantasy

We are getting our game on this September by recruiting the best lineup of our vibrant autumn colors for this month's vignette.

From bottom to top

Barkhouse, Sanded Poplar, White Birch
IceStone, Amber Pearl
Durat, 110, 450, 480
PaperStone, Cabernet

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Life After Granite

Join us for our Modern Surfaces Webinar – eligible for one AIA or IDCEC Continuing Education credit hour (LU).  This course explores the past, present and future of surfacing and answers the question:  “Is There Life After Granite”
October 8, 3pm EST – Register here


 

Back to School

Our best and brightest deserve the best and brightest – which is why Durat was an obvious choice for so many school projects this year.   One of the schools that opted for this vibrant solid surface and its extensive color…

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This House is Just Cool

The most popular draw at GreenBuild last year, the Unity Home, is now even cooler with the addition of IceStone as the countertop for the 2015 GreenBuild show.  This modern surface of concrete and recycled glass and its progressive leadership will be on hand at the Modern Surfaces booth (Booth space: 4128) to answer any questions about “Life After Granite.”

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This Product is on Fire

Charred wood is the latest addition to the CaraGreen suite of beautiful, natural  materials.  We have partnered with reSawn Timber to bring the ancient technique known as “Shou Sugi Ban”  or “burning cedar” to the design community.  This centuries-old Japanese technique creates an amazing aesthetic and a natural feature that introduces resistance to the elements.    The wooden planks are charred and finished making them perfect for vertical applications.  Suitable for interior and exterior environments, and available in a variety of colors, finishes, species and levels of charring, this product is a must have for designers.  Get it while it’s hot!