Posted by Jessica, BiOH Polyols Marketing Manager on July 26, 2009
Welcome to the final day of our Soy Style: Did you KnOH? contest. To enter the contest, all you need to do is read the post below, leave a comment, and you’re entered to win $100!
Anyone who has visited a Cisco Brothers showroom knows that you don’t have to sacrifice style for sustainable furniture. From unique shapes, surprising textures, and bold colors, Cisco Brothers furniture is designed to inspire while blending with how people live. Hear from founder Cisco Pinedo about his design philosophy (and check out some fabulous blue chairs!)
Not only is Cisco Brothers furniture about great style, but it is also designed with sustainability in mind. They use Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified wood in their upholstery frames and wood furniture. Cisco offers a variety of cushion options that incorporate natural latex, down, feathers, or soy-based foams. And they use water based glues. Environmental impacts are an integral part of their design process. Take a look at some of their great products.
Photo courtesy of Cisco Brothers
Photo courtesy of Cisco Brothers
Photo courtesy of Cisco Brothers
Photo courtesy of Cisco Brothers
Photo courtesy of Cisco Brothers
But they don’t stop at considering the environmental impacts of their products; they also have a significant focus on social responsibility. Cisco Brothers manufacturers their furniture in south central Los Angeles – providing jobs for local crafts people to learn new skills. They also support education and mentorship for Hispanic youth in southern California through an organization called meta – Making Education the Answer.
Cisco Brothers products are sold through several retail outlets. In fact, you can catch a glimpse of their retail showrooms through videos on their website. Or maybe you’ve seen their products featured in popular magazines. They are still a family run business as Cisco shares below –
I think Cisco Brothers upholstery comes with a great story…and even better style. What do you think?
Posted by Jessica, BiOH Polyols Marketing Manager on July 25, 2009
Welcome to our Soy Style: Did you KnOH? campaign and contest. (To enter the contest, all you need to do is read the daily post through July 26, leave a comment, and you’re entered to win $100 each day!) Say hello to American Furniture Manufacturing from Ecru, Mississippi! American Furniture Manufacturing is dedicated to manufacturing upholstered furniture in the United States at a competitive price.
They began using foam cushioning made with soy-based BiOH® polyols over two years ago. At that time, American Furniture Manufacturing President Lyle Harris said, “American Furniture prides itself on utilizing our domestic resources. When you couple our domestic human resources with the ability to utilize the natural resources of our country, it makes the decision to use the Flexible Foam product a great fit. Any step to help our country become less dependent on oil while supporting farmers is a step worth embracing.”We agree!
American Furniture Manufacturing continues to use soy foams made in part with BiOH polyols across all of their upholstered products.
We captured a few videos of some of their styles during the April High Point Market. First is a beautiful leather collection at a fabulous price. Take a peek!
Looking for a sectional that your entire family can fit on? Maybe this piece from American Furniture is just what you need!
Or if you prefer to mix up your look with different textures and colors, this fun sectional may be more your style. Plus, the matching ottoman offers style with function from the pull out drawer. Great idea!
Now after looking at all of these comfortable furniture styles from American Furniture Manufacturing… are you ready to kick your feet up?
Posted by Jessica, BiOH Polyols Marketing Manager on July 24, 2009
We are pleased to introduce the next manufacturer in our Soy Style: Did you KnOH? contest with trend leader and unique manufacturer- American Leather. (To enter the contest, all you need to do is read the daily post through July 26, leave a comment, and you’re entered to win $100 each day!)
Based out of Dallas, Texas, American Leather creates custom furniture to your specifications… in 30 days or less! The range of colors, textures, lines, and shapes in their product line seems unlimited – delightful to explore and inspires one to imagine possibilities for their home.
Photo courtesy of American Leather
They also use soy-based cushions made with BiOH® polyols across their collections. We had a fabulous time touring their showroom in High Point, NC in April to check out their latest style introductions and learn about some of their favorite collections. Our first stop in the American Leather showroom was an introduction to Rob Jones, who designed the Drake collection.
Designed to be inviting and luxurious, the Drake is available as a sectional, sofa, loveseat, chair, or ottoman.The optional nail-head trim, option for contrasting seat and back cushions, different finishes, and wide range of leather or Ultrasuede® fabric selections allow you to personalize each piece to your unique style.Get an intimate look at the Drake collection with an overview directly from the designer:
Next we explored a different look with the Malibu sectional which offers innovative back cushions that adjust from a low profile to a high back to meet different comfort needs. Dubbed “the ultimate party sofa”, the Malibu could be your path towards celebrity living. Take a look:
Don’t have room for a Malibu sectional or sofa? Maybe you’d enjoy adding a conversation starter like this unique Hugo chair to your living room. The armless swivel chair adds fun to a contemporary look… without sacrificing comfort.The Hugo chair was also featured in Metropolitan Home magazine in June as the magazine highlighted “The Year’s Hottest Hue: Yellow” with the Hugo in Duval Maize.
Photo courtesy of American Leather
And a visit to American Leather would not be complete without a look at the Comfort Sleeper – an original with their patented technology to offer both sit and sleep comfort without sacrificing style. The Comfort Sleeper was designed to offer more sleep space using less floor space. They are also the only sleep sofas available with a Tempur-Pedic® mattress.Take an up close look at a mattress in the Comfort Sleeper:
And best of all, you don’t have to compromise style for comfortable sleeping! The Comfort Sleeper is available in a variety of coverings – leather, fabric, Ultrasuede®, or microfiber. So you can sit in style by day…and sleep in comfort at night!
Photo courtesy of American Leather
I hope you’ve enjoyed this brief look at American Leather. There is so much more to explore in their collections from their website or through one of their retail partners near you!
From what you’ve seen so far, what are your thoughts about American Leather’s furniture? Any questions for them?
Posted by Jessica, BiOH Polyols Marketing Manager on July 23, 2009
Welcome to the Soy Style: Did you KnOH? contest. To enter the contest, all you need to do is read the daily post (now through July 26), leave a comment, and you’re entered to win $100 each day!
We’d like to introduce you to BKind3 – a manufacturer from North Carolina that markets sustainable upholstery with a commitment to transparency around the materials used in their products and certifications that verify their claims. From their frames to their fabrics to the soy-based cushions made with BiOH® polyols, Carl Gustafson shares their sustainability story – and gives new meaning to “sitting on soy”!
BKind3 is proud of their use of certified wood from the Appalachian Hardwood Manufacturers (AHMI) association. AHMI follows sustainable forestry practices and provides in-depth forest resources on their website. BKind3 had some fun highlighting their use of certified wood in their showroom at High Point. Check it out:
BKind3 offers a variety of upholstered styles with a range of fabric choices. We captured a short video highlighting one of their sofa styles, two chairs, and an ottoman in their showroom at High Point Market in April. Enjoy!
Now that you’ve been introduced to BKind3, what questions do you have for them?
Posted by Jessica, BiOH Polyols Marketing Manager on July 22, 2009
Welcome to the Soy Style: Did you KnOH? contest where our featured manufacturer today is Harden. To enter the contest, all you need to do is read the daily post (now through July 26), leave a comment, and you’re entered to win $100 each day!
Harden Furniture’s story is filled with family tradition and a legacy of environmental responsibility. A family owned and operated company since 1844, Harden Furniture is known for their fine craftsmanship, quality, and classic style. Their story starts in the company owned 10,000 acres of timber in upstate New York; Harden owned forests are compliant with the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) standards. Beyond their forests, Harden Furniture also embraces environmental responsibility across their business and received industry recognition from the Sustainable Furnishings Council in 2008. Listen to CEO Greg Harden tell you a little bit more about their story….
You can even take a virtual tour of their factory in McConnellsville, NY if you’re interested to see how Harden Furniture is made.Now that you know what a fabulous story Harden Furniture has, let’s take a closer look at some of their pieces. Most of their collections are composed of fine wood furniture with many finishes and styles available.
Photo courtesy of Harden Furniture
Photo courtesy of Harden Furniture
Photo courtesy of Harden Furniture
Where Harden uses foam cushioning in their furniture, they use foams with soy-based BiOH polyols. Check out one of their more classic sofa styles featured at High Point market in April:
Or for those who prefer a more contemporary look, take a peek at this sofa…
Like what you’ve seen and heard? Maybe you’ll want to become a fan of Harden Furniture on Facebook! Do you have any questions for Greg about Harden Furniture?
Posted by Jessica, BiOH Polyols Marketing Manager on July 21, 2009
Welcome to the Soy Style: Did you KnOH? contest.To enter the contest, all you need to do is read the daily post (now through July 26), leave a comment, and you’re entered to win $100 each day!
With a commitment to value, quality, and consumer satisfaction, Bauhaus USA offers upholstered furniture for a range of lifestyles. Bauhaus has been manufacturing furniture in Mississippi for twenty years, and they became a part of La-Z-Boy in 1999. Their product line includes a variety of sofas, sectionals, and chairs that range in styles from traditional, casual, or contemporary. We first connected with Bauhaus in early 2007 when they started using soy-based cushions made with BiOH® polyols; today they continue to use soy foams across all of their upholstered products.
We captured a couple videos in their showroom at High Point market to highlight some of their latest styles. This first clip features a red, leather sofa that definitely catches your eye!
And here’s a look at a sofa and two chairs that showcase clean lines and different fabric options. They all look so comfortable that you’ll likely wish you could try them out as you’re watching!
Bauhaus products can be found through many furniture and department stores around the United States including Macy’s, Raymour & Flanigan, Havertys, HOM Furniture, Nebraska Furniture Mart, and many more. Next time you visit one of these stores, look for the Bauhaus collections and styles. Take a seat and let us know… how does it feel to sit on soy?
Posted by Jessica, BiOH Polyols Marketing Manager on July 20, 2009
Welcome to the Soy Style: Did you KnOH? contest where our featured manufacturer today is Broyhill.To enter the contest, all you need to do is read the daily post (now through July 26), leave a comment, and you’re entered to win $100 each day!
Broyhillis one of the most recognized brands in furniture… which is no surprise given their extensive product line of bedroom, dining room, home entertainment, and upholstered furniture. And they make it easy to envision their furniture in your home; the design planner on their website allows you to model a room to proper dimensions and create options to evaluate your furniture needs. It’s a lot of fun (and makes me want to redesign my living room!)
Photo courtesy of Broyhill
At the spring High Point market in North Carolina, they introduced their Broyhill Green collection… a selection of upholstered furniture made with wood from Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) certified sources, soy-based cushions (with BiOH® polyols!) , repurposed cotton fabrics, and recycled fibers. Here’s Jeff Cook, President of Broyhill, sharing some insight on the launch of their Green collection:
Now that you’ve heard the background on Broyhill Green, let’s take an up close look at the repurposed cotton fabric selections offered. Check out the images and then the video below for a peek!
Photo courtesy of Broyhill Green
Photo courtesy of Broyhill
But the most important element is style! Dan Markenson of Broyhill shares how to customize the Broyhill Green Collection for your personal style.
The new Broyhill Green products will be available in early August at select retailers shown below.
Photo courtesy of Broyhill
Eco-friendly style at an affordable price… that’s Broyhill Green!
Posted by Jessica, BiOH Polyols Marketing Manager on July 19, 2009
Welcome to our Soy Style: Did you KnOH? contest! (To enter the contest, all you need to do is read the daily post through July 26, leave a comment, and you’re entered to win $100 each day!)
When thinking about designing your home entertainment space, you’ll want to take a look at what Lane Home Furnishings has to offer! Lane designs furniture with the entire family in mind while seeking both style and function. And they’ll help you design your ultimate home entertainment experience… through design planning tools on their website or through their Lane on Tour campaign that brings their interactive mobile showroom to towns throughout the United States!
Lane was one of the early adopters of soy-based foams with BiOH® polyols and uses the soy cushions across all of their stationary and motion upholstered furniture. Lane offers a wide range of furniture products… although we must admit, upholstered furniture is our favorite! In fact, we captured a short clip of the Crosby sectional shown below on video for a blog post earlier this year.
We stopped in their showroom during the April High Point market to scope out their new introductions. One of my favorites was the Tahoe recliner. This chair proves that you don’t have to sacrifice style to enjoy reclining comfort! Check it out…
Another new introduction this spring was the Madelyn, which we got to see as both a sofa and a chair. Features include rolled arms, nail-head trim, and turned legs with a chestnut finish. It is available in both fabric and leather options.
Take an up close look at the Madelyn sofa and some of the fabric options in this clip!
There are so many more styles from Lane to explore! You can find a retail store near you that offers Lane products by using their retail locator.
Now we’d love to hear from you! What do you think of Lane’s new styles? What could Lane design next to enhance your home entertainment experience?
Posted by Jessica, BiOH Polyols Marketing Manager on July 18, 2009
Welcome to our Soy Style: Did you KnOH? campaign and contest! (To enter the contest, all you need to do is read the daily post through July 26, leave a comment, and you’re entered to win $100 each day!) Today we are featuring C.R. Laine. Since 1958, C.R. Laine has been producing quality furniture in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in Hickory, North Carolina. They craft custom upholstered furniture with a large dose of soy style! C.R. Laine uses soy foams with BiOH® polyols across all of their upholstered products. They are committed to minimizing environmental impacts in their operations, and they were the first manufacturer to receive Sustainable by Design certification from the American Home Furnishings Association in September 2008. Take a look inside their furniture…
You can find C.R. Laine furniture through several retailers and designers across the United States. One of their retail partners is Circle Furniture in Boston, MA. Sarah Cooney from Circle Furniture stopped by the C.R. Laine showroom in High Point, NC while we were there to scope out the latest styles. Check out their conversation!
C. R. Laine products have been featured in several magazines over the years. The Easton Chair that we spotted in their showroom in High Point (shown below) was featured in Better Homes and Gardens and Ty Pennington At Home magazines this summer!
Photo courtesy of C.R. Laine
It is shown here in Cirque Linen. What fabric would you pair with this style?
Posted by Jessica, BiOH Polyols Marketing Manager on July 17, 2009
Welcome to day #5 in our Soy Style: Did you KnOH? contest! (To enter the contest, all you need to do is read the daily post through July 26, leave a comment, and you’re entered to win $100 each day!)
For contemporary style made in the heart of North Carolina… meet Precedent furniture! They have been manufacturing upholstered furniture for 30 years, and they know the dedication required to ensure each piece of furniture is meticulously crafted to last. Their products are sold through many retailers throughout the United States.
Photo courtesy of Precedent Furniture
Precedent gives you options to design the perfect piece for your home. Their Multiple Choices collection allows you to select from many different seating components, arm styles, back styles, tailoring, and base options.
Another line that Precedent offers is called ecollection – designed to minimize environmental impacts.The ecollection line has several eco-friendly features including SFI certified wood frames, cushions with BiOH® polyols, recycled steel, and select fabrics. Besides being eco-friendly, they also have great style! See for yourself…
And speaking of great style, check out this beautiful and fun chair from Precedent!
Contemporary style with multiple choices all crafted in North Carolina… That’s soy style from Precedent furniture. Did you KnOH?
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