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Laminate Wall Panels

Using Embossed ‘Iconic' Panels to Dress Up Your Interior Decor

— March 14, 2009 — Art & Design
Sometimes standard wallpaper or interior paint just don’t cut it; these laminate ‘Iconic’ panels from B & N Industries are a great option to dress up a difficult room. They’re embossed with contemporary patterns and are featured in muted colors for an elegant, understated aesthetic. The ‘Iconic’ panels are also offered in reclaimed wood-core, which, according to B & N, is available in LEED-qualified, fire-rated and water-resistant selections. 

Implications - One of most effective ways a company can promote a conventional product in a new way is by modifying the product's design to include strong elements of novelty in it. By transforming the product's design but not the actual functionality of the product, the company will draw interest from originality obsessed consumers and those who want to spice up their possessions, but not radically.
Trend Themes
1. Embossed Wall Panels - Companies can explore creating new embossed panel patterns, textures, and colors to offer greater customization options for interior decor.
2. Reclaimed Wood-core Panels - There is a market opportunity for developing eco-friendly wall panels made from reclaimed materials that also meet LEED and fire-rated certifications.
3. Muted Colors for Interior Decor - Designers can explore developing new color palettes for interior decor that emphasize understated elegance and sophistication.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - Interior design companies can use embossed wall panels and reclaimed wood-core panels as new offerings to provide unique options for their clients.
2. Construction - Construction companies can explore eco-friendly options for wall paneling that meet LEED and fire-rated certifications to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers.
3. Home Improvement Retail - Home improvement retailers can expand their offerings by introducing lines of embossed and reclaimed wood-core wall panels to appeal to customers looking for unique and elegant interior decor options.
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