ORLANDO, FLA. (February 13, 2008) - A pair of 30-foot wide openings courtesy of folding glass doors. A remote-controlled, motorized window shading system that operates from the bottom up. A series of wall-mounted touch screens that enable intuitive control of heating and cooling, music, lights, and other functions. An expanding foam insulation applied to the underside of the roof sheathing that maintains an attic temperature near that of the conditioned living spaces.

That’s just a sampling of the cool new products highlighted at Tradewinds, the latest in a series of forward-thinking show homes produced in conjunction with the annual International Builders’ Show and debuting on February 13, 2008 in Orlando. At every turn in the 7,316-square-foot house, home builders, design professionals, and consumers will get a glimpse of what are destined to become mainstream product applications.

Though all of them are commercially available, the products showcased at Tradewinds display innovative applications, explore different lifestyle needs and opportunities, and underscore a sincere effort to save energy and natural resources, “The products and systems in this house are top of the line and perfectly suit the architecture and the buyer we’re targeting,” says Tradewinds builder Charlie Clayton, president of Charles Clayton Construction. “We are proud to be able to show off such an impressive display.”

Product highlights at Tradewinds include:

• Accordion-fold patio doors from NanaWall Systems (www.nanawall.com) that, when fully open, create a near-seamless, 30-foot wide opening between the kitchen and the pool courtyard; a matching pair across the pool opens the master suite gallery to the court, as well.
• In the master suite, the Duette Architella series of fabric window shades from Hunter Douglas (www.hunterdouglas.com) are fitted with the PowerRise motorization system, allowing remote control with radio frequency or infrared signaling. The shades operate from the bottom up to preserve views while providing privacy and shading.
• Natural quartz countertops, namely the 17-foot kitchen island, from Silestone by Cosentino (www.silestone.com) are protected by Microban to prevent the growth of bacteria and microbes on those surfaces. Certified by the National Sanitation Foundation and GREENGUARD, Silestone countertops are safe for the quality of interior air throughout their lifetime, as they do not off-gas pollutants into the air or emit volatile organic compounds into the atmosphere.
• A whole-house control system from Colorado vNet (www.coloradovnet.com) feature wall-mounted touch screens that are designed to be intuitive to use, complement the interior design scheme, and easy to troubleshoot. The screens control a variety of systems.
• Spray-applied expanding foam insulation from Icynene (www.icynene.com) creates a semi-conditioned attic space that reduces thermal loss, protects ductwork and HVAC equipment, and reduces the opportunity for moisture problems caused by humidity.
• The Architect Series II and ProLine series of kitchen appliances from KitchenAid, a Whirlpool company (www.whirlpool.com), combine elegance and efficiency for the main kitchen, the master suite morning kitchen, and the outdoor kitchen. As Energy Star-qualified appliances, the lines deliver enviable energy savings while providing the ultimate in convenience and performance.
• The entry door system and sets of louvered doors between the summer kitchen and the lake view porch are custom-made by Old World Door (www.oldworlddoor.com) from solid Florida Cypress, creating warm and inviting entrances into the house and complementing its contemporary design.
• Spectacular tile work from various lines supplied by Crossville (www.crossvilleinc.com), including a dimensional backsplash in the kitchen and a mosaic pattern in the walk-through master bathroom shower.

These and other cool products contributed by 25 sponsors will be on display at Tradewinds during the annual International Builders’ Show, February 13-16, 2008 in Orlando. Tradewinds will be open for free guided tours during IBS exhibit show hours, with free, roundtrip shuttle service provided from the convention center.

Members of the working media are encouraged to schedule interviews and/or tours of the house before or during IBS. High-resolution photos of the house and all sponsored products are available upon request. A special project CD-ROM press kit will also be available at IBS, both at the house and in the IBS Press Center.

Tradewinds is the 10th annual show house produced by BUILDER and HOME magazines. Geoffrey Mouen of nearby Celebration, Fla., provided the architectural design, complemented by an interior design and merchandising scheme from Orlando’s Brown & Deddens Design Studio.

For more information, including construction progress photos, sponsor and project team bios, and a virtual reality tour of the house, visit www.twshowhome.com.

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