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RETAILOBSERVER.COM DECEMBER 2015 20 "We are seeing a trend towards open space modular kitchen designs that incorporate horizontal lines" states Mark Russell, VP of sales and marketing for U-Line. "Additionally, kitchens with open shelving rather than closed upper cabinets are becoming more prominent. U-Line's new 24" Drawer Models support this design direction where desired by offering products with horizontal linear elements, rather than breaking up the design with vertical lines." Features offered in the Modular 3000 Series Independent Dual- Zone 24" Drawer Model (3024DWR): • The 3024DWR is equipped with our convection cooling system, rapidly and efficiently taking items to your set temperature. It also offers our U-Select ® Control, making it quick and simple to choose from one of the 5 pre-programmed modes: Deli, Market, Root Cellar, Pantry, and Beverage mode; or you can simply adjust the temperature based on your personal preference, ranging from 34°F – 70°F. • Two independently controlled drawers ensure all your contents will be preserved to perfection. • The 3024DWR offers black interiors that gently illuminate with LED theater lighting, then softly dim off when the door is closed. Light intensity can be set to low, medium, or high. • Upper bin includes Slide and Divide bin organizer, which adjusts to hold tall items securely and ensures optimal organization for all your contents. • The 3024DWR stores up to 90 bottles (12 oz.) or up to 142 cans (12 oz.). • The lower bins are large enough to fit 2 one-gallon containers with additional space for more storage. • Adjustable grille allows for front ventilation, ensuring your model can be installed in a variety of applications, including islands. Grilles can be shifted front-to-back and up-and-down to ensure alignment with adjacent cabinetry toe-kicks. Grilles can accept a custom integrated toe-kick; or run your continuous custom integrated toe-kick that extends the full cabinet length to create a design that seamlessly integrates with your surrounding cabinetry. • Four independently adjustable leveling legs provide a precise undercounter fit. Rear legs are accessible and adjustable from the front for ease of installation. Models offer a 1" range of height flexibility, reducing installation time and ensuring a seamlessly integrated fit. Features offered in the 1000 Series 24" Drawer Model (1224DWR): • The 1224DWR offers our Digital Touch Pad Control, allowing you to easily set the temperature, ranging from 34°F – 45°F. • The 1224DWR offers black interiors and LED lighting that illuminates your contents beautifully. • The 1224DWR stores up to 98 bottles (12 oz.) or up to 150 cans (12 oz.). • The lower bins are large enough to fit 2 one-gallon containers with additional space for more storage. For more information, visit www.u-line.com. NATIVE TRAILS ANNOUNCES NEW LINE OF HAND-HAMMERED COPPER AND NATIVESTONE™ TABLES California company parlays global success of its iconic, sustainable bathroom and kitchen designs into furniture with introduction of tables to its portfolio Native Trails, the eco-chic company renowned for its luxurious artisan-made kitchen, bath and lifestyle products, enters the world of contemporary furnishings this month with its new hand- hammered copper-top and NativeStone™ tables collection. The three distinctive designs in Native Trails' dining room and conference room table collection are available in numerous sizes. They continue the company's tradition of creating functional artisan-made pieces that make use of natural materials, including recycled copper and NativeStone. I N D U S T R Y [ N E W S ] continued on page 24

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