Blog entries for: 2011 October

IFAI Expo 2011

This past week the Sunbrella team has been in Baltimore for the IFAI Expo Americas.  This trade show is the largest event in the Americas dedicated to specialty textiles.  Here’s a look at a few of the highlights from the Sunbrella booth. Sunbrella Clarity debuted this week at IFAI.  Clarity is a fabric intended for hard-to-clean awning Continue reading →

Retail-ol-ogy…What’s Hot in Outdoor Living for 2011?

A review of what has been Hot in Outdoor Living for 2011 shows us that Resort Style outdoor living that conjures up images like romantic balmy summer nights while relaxing in the roomy deep seating, coupled with convenient, coordinating chaises and tables has been high on the horizon. Spa colors such as shades of blues, Continue reading →

Joe Ruggiero speaks to design society

On Friday, Joe Ruggiero spoke to the Interior Design Society of Charlotte at a luncheon to raise funds for a student scholarship in memory of Michael Godfrey. During the event, Joe spoke about his new Italian Classico line and presented his Sunbrella and Miles Talbott collections.  His presentation took the group of designers on a worldwide Continue reading →

Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Premiere Party

Last month Sunbrella was honored to help sponsor the premiere party for ABC’s popular show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. The evening also supported the American Cancer Society. The event brought out home improvement industry leaders, as well as actors, singers, and athletes. Sunbrella provided tote bags made of Sunbrella fabric for the party’s attendees. Some Continue reading →