Luxury Living Explores Durable Exterior Paints, Desert Prep, and Smart Color Choices for Outdoor Spaces

Luxury Living Explores Durable Exterior Paints, Desert Prep, and Smart Color Choices for Outdoor Spaces

Debrae Little, host of "Luxury Living," discusses with Laurie Clark, a senior design account executive at Sherwin-Williams, the importance of using durable exterior paints and stains for outdoor living spaces in desert climates. Clark emphasizes the need for proper preparation, including scraping, power washing, and priming, before applying products like Sherwin-Williams' Emerald Exterior and Rain Refresh. She also highlights the use of specialty coatings for high-heat surfaces and the importance of waterproofing for cinder block walls. Clark suggests using lighter colors for vinyl materials to prevent heat absorption and recommends regular cleaning to maintain the durability of painted surfaces.

Debrae Little and Angela Britt Reflect on 2025 Design Trends Shaping Sustainable, Smart, and Comfortable Luxury Living

In the final episode of "Luxury Living with Debrae" for 2025, host Debrae Little and product manager Angela Britt reflect on the year's design insights and trends. They discuss the importance of lighting, particularly LED lighting, and the shift towards warm, rich colors like earthy greens and deep browns. Natural materials like wood and stone will continue to be popular. Furniture trends include curved, sculptural pieces and "fat furniture." Clients are prioritizing sustainability, durability, and smart home technology. The episode also touches on the impact of the pandemic on home design, emphasizing the need for comfortable, functional spaces.

Building Sustainable, Zero-Energy-Ready Homes and Expanding Smarter Living Across Nevada

Justin Anderson, Director of Operations at Beezer Homes, discussed the company's commitment to sustainability in home building. Beezer Homes focuses on durable, energy-efficient construction using materials like high-performance windows, recycled insulation, and eco-friendly flooring. They aim for zero energy-ready homes, incorporating solar panels and electric vehicle chargers. Anderson highlighted the importance of cost of ownership, offering Energy Star appliances, and curated design selections. Beezer Homes also emphasizes water conservation in landscaping. They are expanding across Las Vegas and Mesquite, catering to various price points and lifestyles, including 55+ communities.

Anji Beatty Showcases Polywood Innovation: Transforms Recycled Materials into Sustainable Luxury Outdoor Furniture

Debrae Little interviews Anji Beatty from Polywood Furniture about sustainable outdoor furniture. Polywood uses recycled materials like HDPE to create durable, UV-resistant products that can withstand extreme temperatures. They offer over 100,000 SKUs, including classic Adirondack chairs, deep seating, and luxury collections. Products are tested for durability, fading resistance, and thermal expansion. Polywood's lead time is 2-4 weeks, and they provide samples and CAD drawings for designers. They also offer a white glove service for installation. Polywood's fabrics are sourced from Revolution Fabrics and Sunbrella, ensuring weather resistance and sustainability.

Debrae Little Showcases the Art of Luxury Lighting Design with Sharon Clair

Debrae Little hosts a podcast episode on luxury living, focusing on lighting design with guest Sharon Clair from Visual Comfort. Sharon, with 25 years in the building materials industry, emphasizes the importance of layered lighting—architectural, linear, and decorative—for enhancing home ambiance. Visual Comfort offers six collections, including Signature, Modern, and Architectural, catering to various design needs and budgets. Sharon highlights the benefits of LED lighting over fluorescent, noting its longevity, energy efficiency, and dimmability. She also discusses the significance of color temperature (2700K-3000K) and lumens for proper lighting. The episode aims to educate designers and homeowners on the art of lighting design.