July 30, 2013<strong>Cloud</strong> <strong>Nine</strong> receives GOOD DESIGN AwardWith soft contours that invite rest and relaxation, <strong>the</strong> <strong>Cloud</strong> <strong>Nine</strong> collection includes asofa, armchair and chaise, each beautifully executed in powder-coated aluminumand a parabolic mesh that provides flexibility and support in three dimensions. The lookof casual elegance is matched by superb function and durability.Chief Brand Officer, Steve Elton concludes, “The best design surprises and delights—and<strong>the</strong> <strong>Brown</strong> <strong>Jordan</strong> collections by <strong>Richard</strong> <strong>Frinier</strong> always generate excitement andadmiration among <strong>the</strong> design community and those discerning customers whoappreciate <strong>the</strong> artistry and enduring appeal of his work. <strong>Cloud</strong> <strong>Nine</strong> is destined tobecome a modern classic. We are very proud that <strong>the</strong> Chicago A<strong>the</strong>naeum haschosen to recognize <strong>the</strong> inventiveness of <strong>Richard</strong> <strong>Frinier</strong>’s creative talent.”About <strong>Richard</strong> <strong>Frinier</strong><strong>Richard</strong> <strong>Frinier</strong> is an internationally acclaimed, 30-year veteran of <strong>the</strong> home furnishingsindustry. Originally a sculptor, lighting and case goods designer, he is <strong>the</strong> recipient ofover 80 product design excellence and career achievement awards, including AIA,ASID, IDSA, ASFD, IIDA, HD Expo, reddot Design Award and Museum, ICFA/SCFMA,ADEX and a Lifetime Achievement Award <strong>from</strong> <strong>the</strong> International Casual FurnishingsAssociation, a division of <strong>the</strong> American Home Furnishings Alliance. His career, whichspans over three decades, was highlighted by over 20 years at <strong>Brown</strong> <strong>Jordan</strong>, where hebegan as a staff designer in <strong>the</strong> early 1980s evolving over time to become <strong>the</strong>company’s chief creative officer overseeing product design and development,marketing, public relations and brand content <strong>for</strong> all brands under <strong>the</strong> <strong>Brown</strong> <strong>Jordan</strong>International umbrella.In 2002, <strong>Richard</strong> <strong>Frinier</strong> <strong>for</strong>med his own creative consultancy based in Cali<strong>for</strong>nia, wherehe licenses exclusive and co-branded interior/exterior furniture, textile, lighting andaccessory designs to leading brands worldwide. His award-winning designs are bestknown <strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir au<strong>the</strong>ntic, relevant and memorable styling and <strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong> emotionalconnection his following makes with his artistry and lasting designs.- more -
July 30, 2013<strong>Cloud</strong> <strong>Nine</strong> receives GOOD DESIGN AwardAbout <strong>Brown</strong> <strong>Jordan</strong>Since 1945, <strong>Brown</strong> <strong>Jordan</strong> has designed iconic lifestyle furnishings that defined andtrans<strong>for</strong>med an industry. Established by Robert <strong>Brown</strong> and Hubert <strong>Jordan</strong> in Pasadena,Cali<strong>for</strong>nia, <strong>Brown</strong> <strong>Jordan</strong> was <strong>the</strong> first company to create furniture <strong>for</strong> full-time outdooruse. The first of <strong>the</strong>se innovative designs, constructed of tubular aluminum and vinyllace, was fittingly called “Leisure” and marked <strong>the</strong> birthplace of outdoor furniture.Known <strong>for</strong> producing stylish, award-winning designs, <strong>Brown</strong> <strong>Jordan</strong> has built areputation on more than 68 years as <strong>the</strong> industry leader in innovation and designintegrity. The <strong>Brown</strong> <strong>Jordan</strong> portfolio features over 30 collections in a range of styles andmaterials. Distinctive silhouettes are hand and machine crafted into high qualityfurnishings that enhance traditional, transitional, and contemporary environments. Ourcollections are designed <strong>for</strong> residential and contract settings, both indoors and out. Findinspiration at brownjordan.com.###