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Local Design Firm, Haskell Interior Design Collection, Awarded First Place in National Design Competition from Signature Kitchens & Baths Magazine Cleveland, TN, USA – Signature Kitchens & Baths magazine, a national consumer-enthusiast publication featuring the most innovative kitchen and bath designs for today’s discriminating homeowner, has awarded Haskell Interiors Design Collection first place in its annual bathroom design competition. The bathroom, designed by Hank Matheny, features a custom carved vanity and backsplash, as well as glass tile panels. Click here to visit the bathroom Haskell Interior Design Collection Wins First Place in National Design Competition Haskell Interior Design Collection was recently awarded first place in the 43rd annual National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) 2007 design competition. Haskell Interiors Design Collection was awarded first place in category nine: showrooms. The winning showroom vignette is on display in the Haskell Interiors Kitchen and Bath Gallery located at 85 1st Street, NE, Cleveland, TN. This colorful bath display, designed by Haskell (Hank) Matheny and Kathy Massey features glass tiles on both the floor and walls, including a custom poppy mural. NKBA received 567 entries, from across the United States, Canada and Bermuda, which was a new record for this competition. The competition was separated into 11 distinct categories, each designed to represent the latest trends in kitchen, bath and other-room design. The categories were created to reflect how designers stretch their imaginations and put their creativity to work for their clients in a variety of settings. A panel of 14 industry experts served as judges for this years design competition. According to NKBA officials, the judging criteria is stringent, with designs chosen based on visual appeal, creative elements, principles of design, overall presentation (including quality of floor plan, perspective and photos) and basic safety and ergonomics of the design. Click here for the complete story Two Haskell Interior Design Collection Designers Speak at the Lofts on Main Hank Matheny, ASID, IIDA, IFDA, and Kathy Massey, showroom manager, with Haskell Interiors Design Collection in Cleveland, were recent featured speakers at a meeting of owners and potential buyers at The Lofts on Main in Chattanooga, TN. The two designers presented information on topics including the use of texture and scale to make a design statement, floor plans which maximize space and minimize cost, using industrial materials in a home environment and how to plan and design a small space which is multi-functional. The Lofts on Main are located in downtown Chattanooga one block from the historic Chattanooga Choo Choo. They offer unfinished spaces ranging from 900 to 2,000 square feet in a three-story warehouse setting and have minimal restrictions which allow each owner to create a space customized to his or her individual tastes and needs. Click here for the complete story Haskell Interior Design Collection Debuts 12,000 Square Foot Showroom Haskell Interior Design Collection was the site recently for an evening gala, debuting their newly expanded 12,000 square foot designer showroom. Over 250 people attended the event including local residents and dignitaries along with representatives from such major companies as Downsview Kitchens, Toto, Plain & Fancy Custom Cabinetry, Duravit and Brunschwig Fils. Mr. Mike D’Uva, President of Downsview Kitchens, commented that he was “most impressed by the feeling of elegance and professionalism that the Haskell Interiors Design Collection showroom conveys, providing the perfect environment for the Downsview Kitchens product”. The showroom combines a large selection of exclusive and distinct products with the uniqueness of personal service and innovative design concepts in a beautiful boutique atmosphere. With over 30 tile lines, five cabinetry lines and over 20 plumbing lines as well as over 40 nationally marketed brands of lighting, hardware, furniture, fabrics, wall coverings, Haskell Interiors Design Collection offers both the general public and design industry professionals a one-stop studio for distinctive design projects. Click here for the complete story Internationally Renowned Kitchen Designer Recognizes Haskell Interior Design Collection Haskell Interiors Design Collection worked with internationally renowned  kitchen showroom consultant Ellen Cheever in planning and designing the spectacular new downtown Cleveland Showroom. Ellen loved her time in Cleveland and said “I found the Haskell Interiors new showroom a fascinating ‘full service’ showroom ready to assist in the selection of all products being considered for an upscale kitchen or bath. Hank Matheny’s background in interior design makes him a unique specialist able to extend his talents out of these important rooms into the entire home, assisting clients with furniture and fabric selections as well.” Ellen Cheever, CMKBD, ASID, an NKBA Hall of Fame inductee, is an author and marketing specialist whose practical, yet innovative design solutions and professional writing/teaching has helped shaped the North American kitchen industry over the past 33 years. When working on residential kitchen projects, she collaborates with noted kitchen specialists throughout the United States, combining her design talents with the product specification expertise and skillful project management of trusted professionals within the client’s community. Her work has been recently recognized by the American Society of Interior Designers as the 2002 Designer of Distinction in Pennsylvania, the 2003 Sub-Zero Design Competition, and the 2004 KWC Design Competition. In addition to her residential practice, Ellen Cheever and her associates design retail showroom spaces, major trade show exhibits and editorial sets, and contribute to product development projects for kitchen and bath industry manufacturers.  As the author of 15+ books and technical manuals covering the details of kitchen and bathroom planning standards, Ellen continues to write and speak about emerging design trends, ergonomic planning standards and winning business strategies both domestically and internationally within the kitchen design industry. Haskell Interior Design Collection wins Best of Show! Debbie Pendergrass of Haskell Interiors Design Collection recently won Best of Show in the Furniture 4 Kids fundraiser to benefit the Creative Discovery Museum of Chattanooga. Click here for more information. Haskell Interior Design Collection Recognized by Cleveland Haskell Interiors Design Collection was recently recognized by the Mainstreet Cleveland organization for renovations in the downtown area. Click here for more information.