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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction®, a trusted provider of premium decorative hardware and architectural components, is excited to highlight its collection of solid hardwood tambour panels. Specifically crafted for architects and designers, these customizable panels combine elegance and functionality, offering a versatile solution for adding texture and movement to high-end residential and commercial interiors.

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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction® [DOD] is excited to announce the debut of their new Mullion Collection at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) in February 2025. This collection will feature laser-cut Mullions made from a variety of luxurious materials including brass, carbon steel, hardwoods, and MDF, offering designers and architects unparalleled versatility for high-end custom kitchen designs.

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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction® [DOD] announces plans to travel from East Coast to West Coast, exhibiting at four upcoming trade shows and events beginning next month at the Architectural Woodwork Institute [AWI] Annual Convention. Events listed below are in chronological order. Schedule a meeting with us at any of our upcoming events by emailing marketing@brownwoodinc.com with your name, requested time, and what you would like to learn about.

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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction’s Designer DripEdge® has been one of the company’s most popular items since its introduction in Fall 2023. The award-winning design* was created to protect garbage can pull-out doors from splatters, drips, and messes. Due to its popularity, DOD announces plans to expand the DripEdge® line with 4 new sizes to accommodate 21” and 24” standard and full overlay cabinet styles.

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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction® [DOD] announces the expansion of its Gallery Rail collection with new Contemporary Gallery Rails. These rails will be available in two styles and five finishes, offering both single and double rail options to suit a variety of design needs. DOD plans to show samples at IWF 2024, Booth #C2562, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA, from August 6-9, 2024.

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Designs of Distinction® [DOD] is excited to announce the expansion of its Sample Kits line with the introduction of the new Tambour Sample Binder. This innovative product will debut at IWF 2024, Booth #C2562, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA, from August 6-9, 2024.

DOD’s new Tambour Sample Binder showcases real American hardwood tambour samples affixed to a rigid tri-fold binder.

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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction announces plans to expand its line of Metallic Accent Trim with a new Angled Decorative Bar. The new profile will be introduced at IWF 2024, Booth #C2562, held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA from August 6-9, 2024.

DOD’s new Angled Decorative Bar will be available in 8 bright and bold finishes, matching DOD’s other metallic accent components.

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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction® [DOD] announces plans to introduce a new line of furniture feet with authentic brass slipper cups at IWF Booth #C2562, held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA from August 6-9, 2024. DOD plans to release 3 new styles in 2 sizes. Styles include Square Taper Foot, Round Taper Foot, and “Calla” Foot – in both 6”H and 9”H.

These new feet will be available in unfinished Hard Maple, White Oak, and Walnut. Each size and style feature a 5/16-18” bolt for easy installation.

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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction® [DOD] announces plans to introduce new MDF Plus tambour panels at IWF 2024 (Booth #C2562), held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA from August 6-9, 2024.

DOD’s new MDF tambour panels are CNC’d from MDF “Plus” material, which has an increased internal bond making the “plus” grade ideal for intricate machining. The material is a popular choice for residential, retail, and commercial markets as its uniform density profile provides a stable, smooth surface for painting.

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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction® [DOD] expands their Cut-to-Size Materials line with new Rattan styles. The company now carries 4 styles of Rattan webbing – Basketweave, Herringbone, Hexagonal, and Radio/Square.

DOD’s Rattan webbing is crafted in traditional Vietnamese fashion by Vietnamese artisans and finely woven from natural cane fibers with no additives or preservatives.

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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction [DOD] customers are likely to experience extended lead times for brass components (sourced from India) for the foreseeable future.

The continuing conflicts in the Middle East have caused extensive delays in ocean-based shipments leaving the Indian subcontinent. DOD’s most recent import order from India has been held at its respective port for over a month now.

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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction [DOD] announces plans to host a brand-new Webinar Series, kicking off on April 10, 2024 with Cut-to-Size Materials. DOD states additional Webinars will be scheduled, and is open to feedback on Webinar content.

DOD’s Cut-to-Size Webinar will address topics such as: materials available to Cut-to-Size, pricing and ordering of Cut-to-Size Materials, what Cut-to-Size means, and more.

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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction [DOD] announces a new product – the Drip Dry Rack – to be introduced at KBIS 2024 (Booth #N1863), held at the Las Vegas Convention Center from February 27-29, 2024.

DOD’s new Drip Dry Rack (currently in the prototype phase) will be available in Hard Maple with a clear finish or Poplar with a white finish, and measures 24”W x 36”L. The Rack offers a slim profile, hardwood frame, aluminum racks, and magnetic closure with adjustable chains.

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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction® [DOD] announces the introduction of a new product – Brass Pot Rail Kit – at KBIS 2024 (Booth #N1863), held at the Las Vegas Convention Center from February 27-29, 2024. The new Brass Pot Rail Kit will be available in 3 finishes, 3 sizes, and 3 styles.

DOD’s new Brass Pot Rail Kits are the perfect match to DOD’s stock and custom Brass Bistro Shelving. Pot Rail Kits will be stocked in Lacquered Polished Brass, Lacquered Satin Brass, and Flat Black.

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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction [DOD] announces a new Titanium finish for Metallic Accents to be introduced at KBIS 2024 (Booth #N1863), held at the Las Vegas Convention Center from February 27-29, 2024. With the addition of the new Titanium finish, DOD now carries Metallic Accents in 8 finishes.

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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction [DOD] recently announced a brand-new product line to be introduced at KBIS 2024 (Booth #N1863).

This new product line includes Base Shapes for Use with Tambour Panels. DOD plans to introduce three new shapes – Angled (shown below), Cylinder, and Rectangle – at KBIS 2024, held at the Las Vegas Convention Center from February 27-29, 2024.

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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction®’s [DOD] new product – the Designer DripEdge™ – wins this year’s KBB Product Awards in the functional hardware category.

KBB – Kitchen & Bath Business – is the official publication of the NKBA and KBIS. Every fall, KBB names new Product Award winners prior to the following year’s KBIS trade show.

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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction [DOD] recently joined NBMDA – the North American Building Material Distribution Association – adding to their associations and memberships within the industry. With this new membership, DOD aims to reach commercial and residential trade professionals with a new Distributor Program launching at NBMDA’s Annual Convention this November.

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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction’s [DOD] recently updated and expanded their line of Sample Kits and Showroom Displays. The newly revitalized line of Sample Kits is available for Designers, Builders, and other Trade Professionals to test and color match DOD’s newest materials. The new Showroom Displays include countertop display trays as well as elegant Showroom Display Frames that allow you to choose which materials to feature in your showroom.

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(Chicago, IL): Designs of Distinction’s [DOD] line of Brass Bistro Shelving now includes Cantilever-style arms, poles, and fittings. Designed for adjustability and strength, the new Cantilever-style Bistro Shelving is easy to assemble with included set screws.

DOD’s new Cantilever Bistro Shelving offers a less complex means of hanging shelves using adjustable arms with set screws. Made from real lacquered brass, DOD stocks Cantilever Bistro components in Satin Brass and Polished Brass.

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