| Brand/Trademarked Name: | CRATE by Carlos Alberto |
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| Price Points: | $300 - $500; $500 - $1,000; $1,000 or more |
| Production Materials: | Cotton Denim; Cotton; Polyester; Vinyl; Silk; Leather |
| Product Tags: | Table Top; Furnishings |
Colonist Profile
| Company: | Carlos Alberto Style Lab, Inc. |
| Website: | www.cratebyca.com |
| Retail Stores: | Evo South in Los Angeles Open House Gallery, Puerto Vallarta MX Open House Gallery, Flamingos MX |
| Blog: | www.cratebyca.com/CRATE%20Blog/CRATE%20Blog.html |
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| Brand Tagline: | The Ultimate Turnkey Furnishings Solution |
Look Book
Total number of images: 10
 CRATE EcoLuxe Furnishings Hits: 308 |  CRATE EcoLuxe Furnishings Hits: 374 |  CRATE Luxury Living Hits: 353 |
 CRATE Modern Dining Hits: 342 |  CRATE Turnkey Furnishings Hits: 349 |  CRATE Outdoor Living Hits: 294 |
 CRATE Mid-Century Modern Hits: 338 |  CRATE Global Nomad Hits: 331 |
News Injections
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| CRATE by Carlos Alberto Unveils Eco Model at EVO SOUTH EVO SOUTH Opens with “EVOLution” Interior Design Concept Created Exclusively for Residents Los Angeles, CA (9 September 2008): The much-anticipated EVO South Grand Opening takes place in just a couple weeks, a few steps from the Staples Center and LA Live. It is the first and only truly luxury eco-friendly high-rise in Los Angeles. To celebrate the triumph of the property’s ambitious LEED Certification, Creative Director Carlos Alberto Gutierrez of CRATE unveils his studio model featuring a limited edition interior design concept created exclusively for EVO South residents. The entire “EVOLution” collection is offered as a turnkey furnishings package and represents ultimate convenience for homebuyers. Conceived as an environmentally responsible urban retreat, the “EVOLution” model unit at EVO South No.913 is a blueprint for stylish, globally conscious living. Featuring a soothing neutral palette of organic materials, inspired textures and polished details, this sophisticated space demonstrates that high style and sustainability can coexist in luxurious harmony. Stand-out details of the “EVOLution” furnishings package include a hand-crafted Moroccan tea table from recycled tires, salvage wood cocktail tables, bamboo luxury linens and reclaimed cowhide upholstery. Carlos Alberto Style Lab was selected by EVO South for his deep understanding of low-impact luxury. The Grand Opening at EVO South marks the US debut of the Los Angeles-based design firm’s CRATE by CA turnkey furnishings program, which is already widely available throughout luxury resort markets in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. The EVO South Grand Opening Downtown’s only new high-rise community will feature its public Grand Opening on Sunday, 5 October. RSVP for this event at http://www.evo-south.com/ CRATE by Carlos Alberto turnkey furnishings solutions provide the ultimate one-stop convenience in interior design. Our highly customizable packages include furniture, artful accessories, bed and bath luxuries and tabletop essentials. Experience our curated approach to effortless living and complimentary White Glove Installation. To learn more, link to http://www.CRATEbyCa.com * * * |
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| RIO AMAPAS ANNOUNCES EXCLUSIVE ECOLOGICAL FURNISHINGS CONCEPT The Rio Amapas Collection inspired by Jungle Living Puerto Vallarta, MX (October 2008): The first and only ecological community in the Bay of Vallarta is taking a stylish step towards integrating its philosophy of modern sustainable living. In collaboration with Carlos Alberto Style Lab from Los Angeles, homeowners at Rio Amapas will preview an exciting ecological turnkey furnishings package that is exclusive to residents. Designed in harmony with this unique tropical paradise, the Rio Amapas Collection boasts many environmentally-friendly features high thread count organic hemp upholstery, limited edition halogen lighting, hand-crafted accessories from reclaimed driftwood and bamboo luxury linens sourced from one of the world’s best bedding manufacturers. The collaboration between Rio Amapas developer Claudio Javelly and interior designer Carlos Alberto Gutierrez runs as deep at the property’s protected rainforest ravine. The lifelong friends traveled internationally as teenagers and vowed to introduce a new design perspective in their native Vallarta. Conceived by Javelly as an environmentally responsible resort, Rio Amapas is an elite community of 20 residences situated in a tropical hillside paradise just south of the Zona Romantica. The forward-focused ecological development balances town and jungle with luxurious on-property amenities, responsible living and the security of ultimate privacy. “I am pleased to collaborate with Carlos on this project because of his deep understanding of low-impact luxury,” commented Javelly. The interior design firm’s CRATE by CA turnkey furnishings program is already widely available throughout resort markets in Puerto Vallarta and is featured at LEED certified EVO South in Los Angeles. Rio Amapas was designed by renown architect Manuel Vizcaino. The quality and distinction built into each home is truly impressive, blending the best of natural materials with the elegance of contemporary architecture. Homes are minimally invasive, sitting above ground on pylons and are naturally ventilated by the site’s extraordinary cross breezes. Carlos Alberto Style Lab creates furnishings solutions that provide ultimate one-stop convenience in interior design. Customizable packages include high quality branded furniture, artful accessories, bed and bath luxuries and tabletop essentials. Experience our curated approach to effortless living and complimentary White Glove Installation at http://www.CRATEbyCa.com . “Why buy a condo when you can own a house….” * * * |
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| Blinded By The Light? Tecnoline Shades Joins Forces with CRATE PVNN Working closely with the CRATE Open House Gallery Flamingos design team, Tecnoline Shades offers made-to-measure window treatments that look beautiful and meet HOA building specs. For more information, visit CrateByCA.com. Wondering how to frame those million dollar views of the Bahía de Banderas - and protect your stylish new furnishings at the same time? This week, Tecnoline Shades joins forces with CRATE and expands the roster of premium resources on display at our Open House Gallery in Flamingos, Mexico. Already a key design destination along the Costa Vallarta, the 185 sq ft furnishings showroom is a hub for Tropicasa Realty, the Open House Gallery concept and numerous service providers under one stylish roof. "Now homeowners can select their CRATE furnishings and make on-the-spot decisions about window treatments all in one place," explains Debra Stevenson President of Marketing and Communication for CRATE. "We do the follow up and handle all the details. This is a great time-savings for clients." The showroom itself features these 90% UVA/UVB blinds, custom-created to the unusual architectural configuration of the building's double-height windows. Tecnoline team Juan Carlos and Viviana Navarrete have represented Tecnoline Shades and Hunter Douglas in Puerto Vallarta for over 3 years. Working closely with CRATE principals Carlos Gutierrez and Debra Stevenson, Tecnoline Shades offers made-to-measure window treatments that look beautiful and meet HOA building specs. Now, that's a bright idea! Schedule Your Design Consultation Today Meet the CRATE design team in person to discuss your furnishings needs and see how this unique turnkey solution maximizes your real estate investment. Our upcoming appointment dates in Puerto Vallarta are 13-27 October. How To Contact CRATE Visit us at Open House Gallery Pulpito (322) 222-6505, or our flagship showroom at Open House Gallery Flamingos (329) 298-3811. Both are conveniently located inside the Tropicasa Realty offices in Puerto Vallarta at 322-148-0217 or in Los Angeles at 213-624-0454. |
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| CRATE by Carlos Alberto is the ultimate turnkey furnishings solution. We provide complete interior design packages for villas, resort homes and lofts in the US and Mexico. CRATE turnkey furnishings solutions provide the ultimate one-stop convenience in interior design. Our highly customizable packages include furniture, artful accessories, bed and bath luxuries and tabletop essentials. Experience our curated approach to effortless living and complimentary White Glove Installation. To learn more, link to http://www.CRATEbyCa.com |
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