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AV Cabinets, Customer Experience, Furniture, Uncategorized

Making sure you get your Salamander in perfect shape

October 31, 2017 Salamander Designs 3 Comments

Ensuring that your cabinet comes through the shipping process in perfect condition is part of our job and Salamander’s commitment to quality (and the joy of its customers).

Many of our goods are large and complex in shape and form and won’t simply “fit in a box”. What to do? Well, if you’re Salamander – you design your own custom cartons and design ways of packaging and securing your products. Which, in short, is exactly what we’ve done.

Wrapped, packed, padded, protected and wrapped again – packaging for shipment is a science we’ve mastered.

This return shipment traveled from Connecticut to California and then back to Connecticut. It’s clear that these cabinets were fully secured and protected for their long voyage – the palette took a good hit though!

Making sure our goods get to you in perfect shape is no joke and it doesn’t happen by accident.

Making sure you get what you ordered and that it is delivered in perfect shape – is just one of the reasons why Salamander Designs is coming up on its 25th year in business.

AV Cabinets, AV Dealers, Furniture, Salamander Signature

Signature Salamander: Transformation / Mood / Vision

November 8, 2016 Salamander Designs Leave a comment

All great art design starts with a vision/inspiration. Couple an artistic vision with an outstanding furniture design and you have a timeless classic.

Connie Kolman, an artist who uses a one-of -kind technique she created, was commissioned by AudioArt of Sudbury, MA to blend high-end audio and distinctive art. Inspired by nature and provocative colors, Connie applied her technique on glass panels which then were mounted on side panels and doors for a striking result. This particular pattern is called “Sahara Twilight”. We call it classic design married with artistic beauty: Signature Salamander

Awards, Furniture, Tradeshows

Salamander Designs Scores Fifth CE Pro BEST Award

October 4, 2016 Salamander Designs Leave a comment

Salamander Designs scored its fifth CE Pro BEST award at CEDIA 2016 for a sleek, functional and AV furniture solution solving Low Profile Cabinet.

The New Low Profile Cabinet with its narrow depth, sleek design, storage capabilities and assortment of finishes delivers innovative residential solutions. As mentioned in our prior blog, Thinking Big at CEDIA 2016 (those who can anticipate the solutions and be ready with products will be the first reap the rewards of new opportunities.

Salamander looks toward AV furniture solutions and implements them according to your needs. We are cognizant of the trends of downsizing, residential city/urban space restrictions and historic building walls. We understand the importance of maintaining wall integrity and the realities of TV large screen weight concerns. As a response to these trends and concerns, Salamander Designs created the low profile cabinet.

The cabinet’s 12-inch depth, sleek design, storage and easy installation solutions, also caught the attention of CE Pro and Innovation & Technology Magazine editors, resulting in two awards at last month’s conference.

The problems that this cabinet addresses are summarized below:

Problem	Solution/b>
Limited room space	The depth is 12 inches, providing more room space and a sleeker design.
Overheating of AV components	Heat sensor fans can be installed in the cabinet base providing intake up and out the top of the door panel, or up the screen mount as a chimney.
Flat panel screen requires wall mount with Questioning wall durability/adaptability (brick/historic plaster)or wall stability	Our integrated mounts for flat panel screens support the weight of the screen on the cabinet eliminating the need to penetrate wall integrity. Only 2 toggles bolts are required for panel tipping safety.
Insufficient space to install an audio receiver cable box or gaming station	Vertical 3-U rack allows equipment to be mounted and hung in any bay.
Design/door panels not coordinated with the over all room decor	The styles come in 6 different door panels.
Variable installations costs	Easy installation, eliminates the need to use, electricians, or other contractors.

Let Salamander be your “go to” for innovative AV furniture solutions. Contact us for more information.

Furniture, Theater & Media Seating

Salamander Designs Introduces Two New Home Theater Seating Styles

August 31, 2016 Salamander Designs Leave a comment

Introducing Luca and Lilliana home theater seating solutions. Both models feature distinctive design and unique stitch patterns reminiscent of the finest luxury automobiles while offering the most sumptuous, durable and ultimately comfortable vantage point for enjoying home cinema.

All Salamander home theater seating models are constructed with an emphasis on premium quality, style and support. Each collection has been ergonomically engineered to ensure optimized positioning for lumbar, head/neck and legs over the course of a long feature film. At Salamander, all entertainment seating models are constructed to deliver lasting comfort and elegance.

Luca Theater Seating

The Luca seating features a stylish diamond double-needle stitching on the seat and back inserts with single-needle top stitch on the arms, the seat and back frames. Consumers can select stitching that matches or contrasts with the upholstery for a stunning look. Luca recliners are offered with manual or power recline mechanisms and with or without cup holders.

Lilliana Theater Seating

The Lilliana seating is a similar overall form factor to the Luca models, but is adorned with handsome horizontal channel stitching on the seat and back inserts and matching or contrasting welt around the perimeter. Like the Luca chairs, Lilliana models are offered with manual or power recline mechanisms and with or without cup holders.

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Salamander Designs Luca and Lilliana seating models come with a limited lifetime warranty and will be available October, 2016.

AV Cabinets, Furniture

New Product Category with Innovative Low Profile Wall Cabinets

August 31, 2016 Salamander Designs 2 Comments

At a mere 12-inches in depth, Salamander Low Profile Cabinets are the most sleek, elegant furniture solutions for integrating technology into any room or décor

Introducing the Low Profile Wall Cabinets as part of their Chameleon collection. Measuring only 12-inches deep and available in an array of styles and configurations, these shallow depth additions to the Chameleon lineup make it easy to conceal A/V electronics and wiring in an elegant, low profile cabinet—achieving the discreet look that discerning consumers and interior designers demand.

Salamander floor-standing shallow depth cabinets are designed to be easily affixed to the rear wall for added safety and stability, particularly when using the optional integrated TV mount that ideally positions almost any size flat panel display without the need to drill into finished wall surfaces. Each cabinet is constructed on a lifetime warrantied extruded aluminum frame that enables easy customization for just about any application. The chassis is also future-proof, accepting retrofit-able accessories to accommodate the evolving needs of each user.

“Innovation has always been a hallmark of what we do here at Salamander Designs, and the Low Profile Wall Cabinets integrate audio/video technology into the home like no other furniture solution on the market,” explained Salamander founder and President Salvatore Carrabba. “Salamander has long been respected for addressing the evolving needs of the marketplace—and these shallow cabinets enable our dealers to elegantly install A/V systems within the smallest, most discreet footprint possible.”

The Low Profile Wall Cabinets are available in triple and quad-width sizes and can be configured to suit any need, such as an integrated center channel loudspeaker for visually unobtrusive home theater applications. Also optionally available are integrated 3U vertical racks to accommodate smaller rack-mountable components. Most critically, Salamander Low Profile Wall Cabinets provide A/V specialists with a sleek, premium solution that will help differentiate themselves in a highly competitive market. Salamander Low Profile Wall Cabinets will be available in October, 2016 with US MSRPs starting at $2499.

AV Dealers, Awards, Company Happenings, Furniture

Salamander Expands Lead as Top AV Furniture Brand – CE Pro

June 23, 2015 Salamander Designs Leave a comment

The 2015 CE Pro 100 Brand Analysis is out, and we’re extremely pleased to share that for the seventh consecutive year, Salamander has been named the top AV furniture brand in this annual report by CE Pro Magazine. In addition a significantly expanded lead in the furniture category, we ranked third in home entertainment seating. If you’re a Salamander customer or dealer, thank you! You helped us achieve this important designation from one of the most respected trade publications in our industry.

The numbers associated with each manufacturer reflect the number of CE Pro 100 dealers using that brand. These numbers are closely watched, according to CE Pro, “because these are the most successful companies in the industry”. Many professional integrators look to the brands that are being used by these companies as a signal of success.

About CE Pro

CE Pro magazine is the leading trade publication for professionals involved in the custom electronics business. Its readers specify and sell technology-related products to homeowners, homebuilders and SMB (small/medium business) owners. Formerly a monthly magazine, CE Pro is now published and distributed 17 times per year. Launched in 1994, CE Pro was the first publication to address the home systems integrator channel and is widely recognized as the best publication in the category.

About Salamander

Salamander Designs is a leading manufacturer of premium quality, highly customizable furniture for residential and commercial audio/video integration. Our premium, custom AV furniture lines include the Chameleon Collection, Archetype System, Synergy System and theater/lounge seating solutions. We also make a wide variety of accessory products that enhance and complement our furniture. Most products are built to order in the USA and quick ship within days. Our AV Basics line offers a pre-configured, high quality selection of value-packed cabinets and seating producs. Contact us online or call (888) 650-5289. International callers, dial (860) 761-9500.

AV Cabinets, Elevating The Furniture Experience, Furniture, Theater & Media Seating

Elevating The Furniture Experience – Media Cabinets & Entertainment Seating

April 14, 2015 Salamander Designs 2 Comments

Elevating Style

The Chameleon Collection of AV cabinets offers an evocative selection of sophisticated designs and decorator styles – including deep textured options – to enhance any decor. These customizable media consoles confidently express the fusion of art and technology. View the entire collection.

Download or request a printed brochure of any Salamander products. Find the nearest dealer showroom here.

Elevating Choice

Synergy System takes the concept of customization to the highest level. This fully modular system allows you to define an attractive, highly personalized piece of furniture that can handle any combination of electronic gear and technology. See all Synergy cabinets and design your own solution with our DYO Synergy Configurator.

Elevating Comfort

Entertainment seating is a critical element for any media room. Each of our custom home theater chairs is constructed with the highest degree of strength, style and support. Superior ergonomic engineering and luxurious covering options ensure optimal comfort throughout the longest double feature. See all premium seating collections and try our Custom Seating Configurator.

Elevating Performance

Our professional grade products are engineered to enhance the AV experience, and designed to integrate seamlessly with the latest technology. Custom seating offers fully-adjustable, quiet, wall-away motorized reclining mechanisms. At the heart of each custom cabinet is a unique aluminum chassis that provides a strong and flexible furniture platform. From active cooling to IR repeaters, cable management to multi-media storage and much more, you’ll love the way our furniture performs. See the wide variety of accessories we offer.

Elevating Value

Introducing AV Basics by Salamander. This stylish, high-quality line of media cabinets and chairs provides an alternative price point to our premium, highly customizable furniture. Thoughtfully designed and packed with performance-enhancing features, AV Basics arrives at your door fully assembled. View the entire line of consoles and home theater seating.

Questions? Contact us … and our customer experience staff will be happy to help you.