57 designers compete for Pinnacle Awards
By Furniture Today Staff -- Furniture Today, September 29, 2003
New London, N.C. — A field of 57 finalists in 15 categories will vie for the Pinnacle Design Achievement Awards, to be presented by the American Society of Furniture Designers at a High Point market gala Oct. 17.
"While one designer (per category) will receive the actual Pinnacle, all of the finalists are important winners. Their compelling designs in the eyes of the judges met the strict criteria that includes value to consumers, visual appearance and function, use of materials and application of production technology," said Karl Felperin, a California-based furniture designer and Pinnacle Awards chairman.
A panel of 12 independent judges selected finalists in these product categories:
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Major collections: Talesai by McDaniel & Coley, Bernhardt; Manhattan 124/Avanti 126 by Berry & Clark Design Associates, Universal; Charlestowne Square by Gary Huffstetler, Les Killian, Scott Dergins, Kevin Gilbert and Philip Rassi, Broyhill.
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Bedroom: Equinox by Tim Annas, Kincaid; Citi Sleeper by Tinka Camfield Swetland, Citi Sleeper; English Harbour Collection by McDaniel & Coley, Durham; Cottage Revival by Gary Hokanson and Rick Schroeder, Stanley.
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Occasional tables: Estrella Server by designer Michael Wolk for Design Institute America; Attaché by Brian Palmer, Hammary; Collina Coffee Table by Gayle Zalduondo and Andrew Kelly, Urbanus; Puzzle Table with Stools by Yuri Zatarain, The Phillips Collection.
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Occasional storage: Amore Bar and Barstool by Michael Wolk, Design Institute America; Adam Bowfront Bar by Paul Hermann, Karges; Visage Curio by Rick Berry, Design Institute America; Toscana Bar Cart by James DiPersia, Excelsior Design.
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Juvenile: Simon Horn Nursery Collection by Simon A. Horn, Simon Horn Nursery Collection; Isabella by Michael D. Warren, Stanley; The Cradle Collection by Kelly Neal Mariotti, Green Frog Art.
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Casual dining: Sandpiper Dining by Franz Joseph A. Sucalit, david francis furniture; Crescent Collection by Frederick Puksta, Saloom; Apex by Hugh Elliott, Charleston Forge; Centerpoint Table by Seth Stem, Directions East.
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Formal dining: Equinox by Tim Annas, Kincaid; Monticello by McDaniel & Coley, Madison Square; American Empire by Pete Kemppainen, Richardson Bros.; Cottage Revival by Gary Hokanson and Rick Schroeder, Stanley.
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Motion upholstery: Hayden by Debra Strother, La-Z-Boy; Moon Shadow by Fillmore Harty, W. Schillig USA; Madra by Carl Schauble, Klaussner; The Cinema Collection by Kenneth C. Peacock, Berkline.
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Stationary upholstery: Donovan by Darrell G. Lowman, La-Z-Boy; Kramer 2500 by Michael Wolk, John Charles Designs; Flex 939 by James DiPersia, Weiman; Chandler 7650 by Jeffrey Goodman and Steven Charlton, John Charles Designs.
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Leather upholstery: Uno Ottoman by Martin Roberts, American Leather; LAX by Rick Lee, American Leather; Fiftyish by Vladimir Kagan, American Leather; Chelsea Club Chair by Alexander Julian and Christina Marzilli, Decor-Rest.
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Home office: San Remo by James DiPersia, Excelsior Design; The Arc Group by Jack Kelley and Michael D. Warren, Sligh; Regent's Gate Home Office by R. Ron Stilwell, Kimball Home.
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Home entertainment: Cottage Revival by Gary Hokanson and Rick Schroeder, Stanley; Corner Plasma 42-inch by Shimon Einhorn, Sharut; San Remo by James DiPersia, Excelsior Design; Variant by Mark Strayer, Matthew Weatherly, Jeff Lemke and Justin Cox, O'Sullivan.
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Accessories: Damascene by Sarah Gayle Carter, Friedman Bros. Decorative Arts; Mahogany Staircase Floor Clock by Matthew Williams, Maitland-Smith; Collina Copper Mirror by Gayle Zalduondo and Andrew Kelly, Urbanus; Foxglove/Poppy/Basket by Joe Gordy, Natural Decorations.
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Lighting: Dunhill by Tom Tucker, Chelsea House; Penshell Crackle Balloon Lamp by Matthew Williams, Maitland-Smith; The Elements by Mark McDowell, Fine Art Lamps; Fullered Primitive Lamps by George Chandler, Hubbardton Forge.
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Summer/casual: Virage Sun Lounge by Mark Tyrie, Barlow Tyrie; Duet Collection by Frederic Doughty, Terra; Vintage Garden Double Chaise by Raymond Waites, Laneventure; Andalusia by Richard Frinier, Century.
For information about the Pinnacle banquet, contact ASFD at (910) 576-1273 or by e-mail at asfd@ac.net.
