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ON THE COVER The stunning Skyroof Plus featured is one of many outdoor living areas designed by Palmiye to be enjoyed all year long. From bioclimatic and retractable pergolas to awning and glass systems, they offer unlimited personalization to create the ultimate outdoor experience. For more information, you can Palmiye California at (949) 242-0042 or visit their website at www.palmiyecalifornia.com. Their showroom is now open located at 16635 Noyes Ave. in Irvine. See their ad on pages 16 to 19 and article on page 26.
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RETHINKING YOUR HOMES FUNCTION AND USE CONSULT WITH A PROFESSIONAL INTERIOR DESIGNER
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OVID-19 has prompted homeowners to invest in their residences more than ever. People are more attuned to flaws in their homes after spending such a long time locked up in them. The things in their home they overlooked have now become things that must be fixed or updated. Even as shelter-in-place orders lift, consumers take a closer look at their homes, how they function, and how they can transform them into a sanctuary in these uncertain times. The pandemic has been changing the way we spend our days. And, for many, working from home has become the new normal. Creating a functional home office and inviting playroom for children has never been more important. Life is unfolding at home, and customers are asking for tips on how to make it more
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comfortable and functional. Design is not just about aesthetics but about the feeling it evokes. Make it personal. Ask yourself, What does the space mean to me? What are the colors and textures I love, and what is the feeling that I want to have when I am home? A professional interior designer helps make design choices based on your personal aesthetic to create a space that you’ll love for years to come. All problems have solutions if you’re creative. This is just one advantage of working with an interior designer. They can help implement your ideas, help you avoid costly mistakes and act as liaison between you and contractors. The interior designers at Boulevard Home Interiors have been transforming homes for over 20 years. For your complimentary consultation, you may reach them at (949)388-4167 or info@boulevardhomeinteriors.com. See their video at: blvd.ocvids.com. You may also visit them online at www.boulevardhomeinteriors.com.
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MORE THAN JUST A SOFA BED -----TM THE COMFORT SLEEPER IS A MARVEL OF MODERN ENGINEERING
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hen you think about a sofa bed, you most likely conjure up an image of an average looking fold out couch that doesn’t offer much in the comfort department. Yet, when the time comes for friends and family to stay over, there is nothing better than having that convenient sleeper in the house—even if it’s tucked away in your home office. Now, you can say goodbye to that lackluster image of a traditional sofa bed forever, and meet the ultimate innovation that is literally redefining every notion you ever had about a traditional sleeper. American Leather’s Comfort Sleeper™ takes things to an entirely new level of luxury. When your guests come over, you won’t just be offering them a space to sleep— you will be providing them with first-rate bed accommodations, in an instant. With The Comfort Sleeper, American Leather has managed to capture the consumers’ imagination, not only in quality, but also size and design.
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Quality. Made in the U.S.A., each Comfort Sleeper is crafted from the highest quality materials and fully customizable. Available with three different mattress options, you can choose from a world-renowned Tempur-Pedic®, a luxuriously soft gel mattress, or a slightly firmer Premier mattress. The Comfort Sleeper is also protected by a cloth under-shield. When guests arrive, your Comfort Sleeper mattress will fold out without any dust bunnies clinging to the mechanism. There are no bars, no springs, and no sagging—they will never experience a cleaner sleep. Size. More sleep space requires less floor space. All Comfort Sleeper mattresses offer a full 80-inches of sleeping surface, yet they take up less total floor area than conventional sleepers (whose mattresses tend to only be 70–75-inches in length). This is because the patented Comfort Sleeper system extends from within the back of the sofa. Also, staying true to size, when you purchase a queen Comfort Sleeper, you actually receive a 60 x 80 queen size. Many sleepers include a mattress that measures 54 x 72, and claim it’s queen-sized. When the bed is extended, the overall projection into the room is only 85-inches. This is a small footprint relative to over sleepers, which tend to
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project over 90-inches, along with a smaller overall sleeping surface. Design. Small spaces and narrow hallways are not a problem with The Comfort Sleeper. They have been crafted to fit the smallest condo to the most spacious home. Experienced delivery crews can easily disassemble your sleeper to get it through tight entries. Perfect for converting any room into a guest room, queen-sized Comfort Sleepers come as small as 69-inches wide. The unique design also fits through narrow doorways. You can choose from leather or many performance fabrics for your unique Comfort Sleeper—you’ll never have to compromise on style with a variety of coverings to choose from. The versatility of The Comfort Sleeper allows it to become a staple in your home décor. For more information about The Comfort Sleeper by American Leather, and many other products and manufacturers, you can contact Robert Westley. They are located in Costa Mesa at 3323 Hyland, Suite J, 714-546-7100. See their videos at: robert.ocvids.com. You can also visit their website at RobertWestleyDesigns.com. ORANGECOUNTYLIVINGMAGAZINE.COM
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Create a Luxurious Outdoor Space with Palmiye
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almiye, the leading four seasons outdoor living area manufacturer in Europe, is bringing its innovative lines of retractable and bioclimatic pergolas as well as awning and glass systems to Southern California with the opening of its first dealer showroom in Irvine. Renowned for successfully constructing the world’s largest awning project in Europe in 2002, Palmiye tailors distinctive and unique products that bring to life the feelings and styles of world-famous architects and designers. They have done thousands of homes, hotels, and restaurants all around the world. The Skyroof series of bioclimatic pergolas offer a comfort-oriented experience with three available types; Compact, Plus, and Prestige. The motorized roof, consisting of aluminum panels that can silently rotate up to 120°, provides integrity and stability, a multi-sealing system for a completely airtight space, and a highpressured closing system to isolate your space against severe weather. With the Prestige series, the motorized
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roof can open up to 79% while allowing simultaneous opening and retraction of the panels. The integrated panel gutter prevents accumulated materials from falling into your indoor space during rotation, while the beam’s integrated gutter acts as a drainage system and waterblocking barrier. Optional features include side covers comprised of glass, vertical blinds, or aluminum panels; insulated panels for climate control; lighting systems; remote control and automation; and a variety of modular construction and application types. The Palmiye line of retractable pergolas come in 11 different styles and offer a wide range of ceiling covers in a variety of colors, materials, and patterns. With its clean lines and modern design, the retractable roof system is designed to be used all year long. Fo r m o re i n fo r m a t i o n , yo u c a n c a l l Pa l m i ye California at (949) 242-0042 or visit their website at w w w. p a l m i ye c a l i fo r n i a . c o m . Palmiye California's showroom is now open at 16635 Noyes Avenue in Irvine. Email them at Sales@PalmiyeCalifornia.com. ORANGECOUNTYLIVINGMAGAZINE.COM
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PROTECT YOUR STONE, TILE & CONCRETE INVESTMENT by Sealing, Cleaning & Restoring
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atural stone and concrete are excellent choices for durability. Although they can withstand the test of time, they are subject to wear and tear, dirt build-up, moisture and are not impervious to spills and heavy foot traffic. After a period of time you will begin to see discoloration, chipping, etching and ultimately the stone and concrete will look dull, bringing down the overall ambience of interior and exterior living spaces. Dirt, mold, calcium deposits, salt damage and even algae can make their home in any permeable surface. These contaminants mar the beauty of your surfaces and can cause potential health concerns. And if left unchecked, failing sealant may cause cracks, creating trip hazards. To protect your investment and maintain the value and safety of your home, maintenance is essential. For newly constructed and remodeled homes, sealing natural stone surfaces maintains optimum stain resistance and protects against everyday dirt and spills. The maintenance of each type of natural stone, along with the type of finish and location in your home, necessitates the need for a knowledgeable, experienced professional who understands the different requirements for cleaning and sealing. The professionals at The Floor Maintenance Company, a division of DiMiceli Construction Services, Inc., provide innovative restoration solutions to breathe new life into both indoor and outdoor concrete, tile and stone. All the products they use are of the highest quality and are environmentally
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friendly, with low VOCs and low odor. They offer custom maintenance programs tailored to your specific needs. Since 2006, DiMiceli Construction has been serving Southern California's high-end residential homes, HOAs, retail, industrial buildings, warehouses, restaurants, cities and counties. For a free consultation and additional information, you can contact DiMiceli Construction Services, Inc. at (949) 510-4182, or visit their website at www.dimiceliconstruction.com Lic. #661604. See their video at: floor.ocvids.com
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Ren ew a n d Res t o Re Yo u R PiPes FROM THE INSIDE OUT
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ny homeowner who has experienced the nightmare of a pinhole leak understands the frustration and helplessness that accompany this problem. Not only is it messy and stressful, but locating and repairing a single leak can be costly. Repiping your entire plumbing system requires extensive demolition to your home and disruption to your busy life for weeks. Then, after going through all that, leaks can begin to occur again in as little as two years. The good news is that there is an alternative to stop and prevent this ongoing cycle. This process is known as epoxy pipe coating, or ePIPE™. The ePIPE process cleans the inside of your existing water piping system and seals the pipes with a healthy, non-toxic epoxy barrier coating, making the pipes leak-
proof and corrosion-free. ePIPE also reduces lead and copper leaching, blocks other in-line lead contributors from leaching into the drinking water, and can improve water flow. Unlike a repipe, ePIPE is installed inplace with minimal disruption to you and your home. Because there is no need to destroy walls, floors or ceilings, you will save a significant amount in reconstruction costs without being displaced from your home. The ePIPE process is fast, quiet and clean, with many homes completed in just one day, leaving you with restored pipes and peace of mind for years to come. ePIPE is a minimally invasive, proven, patented solution. The process eliminates having to deal with the mess and destruction of a repipe.