BEMA Announces 2007-2008 Design Awards Winners

The Bath Enclosure Manufacturers Association (BEMA) has announced the winners of its 12th Annual Design Awards competition. Travis Humphreys, A&T Glass & Window Corp. of Palm City, Fla., and Bruce Downs, CB Showers Inc. of San Carlos, Calif., received the honors this year with their entries in the glass under 3/8 inch and glass 3/8 inch and over categories, respectively.

The two will be honored at BEMA's Annual Membership Meeting, October 7, 2008 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

BEMA president Mark Rowlett, Coastal Industries, stated, "This competition continues to showcase the innovative work being done in this industry. Creativity and design is clearly reflected in each entry received. Being resourceful in meeting consumer needs defines today's top dealers."

Of his winning entry, Humphreys stated, "This 5/16 clear glass shower enclosure was custom cut "out of square" to eliminate the need for U channel. We chose to use a header to avoid using multiple clips, thus achieving the "clean look" the homeowner desired. The seamless design was enhanced with CRL satin nickel hardware and water clear silicone."

Concerning his winning entry, Downs said, "This bathroom was part of a custom builders' personal showcase home. The main requirement was the ability to see the beautiful stone work, and to have something unique and different. We chose German antique glass (a low-iron antique glass) to accomplish this. In addition, the customer wanted the option of experiencing a regular shower, and at times, a steam shower. An operable vent built into a side panel allows this flexibility. The result is exquisite functionality."

This year's judging panel included David Newton, David Newton & Associates, Megan Headley, USGlass Magazine, Fernando Diaz, ASID, Fernando Diaz & Associates, and Donna Vining, FASID, Vining Design Associates. All entries were completed between July 1, 2007 and June 30, 2008.

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