Books That Work & Better Homes and Gardens join forces to release "Better Homes and Gardens Kitchen & Bath 2.0"; Powerful 3D rendering and internet technology merge to create the definitive kitchen and bath design software.PALO ALTO Palo Alto, city, California Palo Alto (păl`ō ăl`tō), city (1990 pop. 55,900), Santa Clara co., W Calif.; inc. 1894. Although primarily residential, Palo Alto has aerospace, electronics, and advanced research industries. , Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 24, 1997--Books That Work, the leading publisher of home and garden software, today announced the Spring release of "Better Homes and Gardens Kitchen & Bath 2.0." This new title, based on Books That Work's widely recognized 3D design and photorealistic Having the image quality of a photograph. visualization technology, will help consumers with the most expensive and the most valuable remodeling remodeling /re·mod·el·ing/ (re-mod´el-ing) reorganization or renovation of an old structure. bone remodeling jobs in any home or apartment: their kitchens and baths. With "Better Homes and Gardens Kitchen & Bath 2.0," homeowners can harness the power of true interactive 3D Computer Aided Design (application) Computer Aided Design - (CAD) The part of CAE concerning the drawing or physical layout steps of engineering design. Often found in the phrase "CAD/CAM" for ".. manufacturing". (CAD) on a home PC for less than $40. Only a few years ago, CAD software with these capabilities cost thousands of dollars, and was only available for architects and professional designers. A second major feature will be a direct link to the Better Homes and Gardens Web site, providing users with a plethora of useful, continually updated, home and family information. "Better Homes and Gardens Kitchen & Bath 2.0" is designed for Microsoft Windows See Windows. (operating system) Microsoft Windows - Microsoft's proprietary window system and user interface software released in 1985 to run on top of MS-DOS. Widely criticised for being too slow (hence "Windoze", "Microsloth Windows") on the machines available then. 95. It is available at retail stores nationwide and sells for around $40.00. "We're proud to work with an editorial powerhouse like Better Homes and Gardens. For decades, consumers have turned to this magazine for help with design and remodeling decisions. Our PC design tools and Internet links are a natural complement. Together we will help consumers gain even more confidence when they think about remodeling, said Stuart Gannes, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. & Publisher at Books That Work. We're very impressed by the quality of Books That Work's products, and with integration of the Internet the product is ideally suited for our strategy, said David Cohen For other persons named David Cohen, see David Cohen (disambiguation). David Cohen (November 13, 1914 - October 3, 2005), was an American politician, noted for his service in the administration of President Franklin D. , director of new media for Better Homes and Gardens. This relationship is a perfect match. Design & Visualize Your Kitchen Or Bath Like Never Before "Better Homes and Gardens Kitchen & Bath 2.0," lets you design and visualize your kitchen or bath with a greater clarity than ever before imagined. It gives you the power to quickly design a floor plan, add fixtures and furnishings, and then decorate your new kitchen or bath choosing from an extensive array of nearly 2,000 paint colors, textures and materials. In marked difference to competitive products which focus on manipulation of static photographic images, "Better Homes and Gardens Kitchen & Bath 2.0" lets you create the exact dimensions for your dream designs, view rooms in photorealistic detail from any angle, and freely experiment with different layouts, products, and decorating schemes. Select from more than 1,000 3D models, the most of any kitchen and bath design product in its class, covering everything from refrigerators to range tops and from showers to toilets. A Powerful Resource On The Internet As an added bonus, you can also link to Books That Work's exclusive Internet Web site, http://Kitchen.VisualHome.com which provides a growing selection of downloadable 3D models and materials. These Digital Collections, allow you to download name-brand products from manufacturers like General Electric, Thermador, Aqua Glass, Delta Faucets and Merillat Cabinets, or you can choose from a large selection of non-branded models, sample files, and other accessories. If you're looking for Looking for In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with. ideas, or answers to design questions, "Better Homes and Gardens Kitchen & Bath 2.0" provides easy-to-use Internet hot links connecting you to the Better Homes and Gardens website. From there you're only a mouse click away from an extensive array of expertise to assist you with your design. Visualize Your Design In Realistic 3D Once you've created your dream kitchen or bath, you can step-into your design and experience it as if your were actually there! Books That Work's WalkAbout walkabout a dummy syndrome in horses; usually pyrrolizidine alkaloses caused by crotalaria poisoning. Affected horses walk compulsively, head press, appear blind and walk into objects. They do not respond to usual external stimuli or commands. technology lets you use your mouse to walk through your design in real-time 3D you can even record and playback your WalkAbouts or take snapshots of your favorite spots. A Fast, Comprehensive Approach The product's unique Quick Design Wizards help you get beyond setting up the basic room and into the more interesting process of furnishing and decorating. There's no need to draw individual walls. 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finishing touches npl → ultimi ritocchi mpl on your design. "Better Homes and Gardens Kitchen & Bath 2.0" also includes a multimedia guide to kitchen design to help you make informed decisions when selecting appliances, fixtures, and decor. Developed with certified kitchen design experts, the Design Guide provides practical advice, tips, and guidance for maximizing the success of your new kitchen. System Requirements To be used efficiently, all computer software needs certain hardware components or other software resources to be present on a computer system. These pre-requisites are known as (computer) system requirements and are often used as a guideline as opposed to an absolute rule. "Better Homes and Gardens Kitchen & Bath 2.0" requires a Pentium processor or higher IBM PC A PC made by IBM. IBM created the PC industry in 1981 when it introduced its first model with 16KB of RAM. However, it was way off in its estimates, projecting that 250,000 units would be sold in the first five years. In fact, about three million IBM PCs were sold in that period. or 100% compatible, Windows 95 with 16 MB RAM, 10 MB hard disk space, a VGA monitor An analog display screen that accepts VGA signals from the computer. See VGA and display adapter. capable of displaying 256 colors or more, and a CD-ROM drive A device that holds and reads CD-ROM discs. CD-ROM drives generally also play audio CD discs by sending analog sound to the sound card via a 4-pin cable. For specifications of 10x, 20x, etc. drives, see CD-ROM drives. See CD-ROM, CD-ROM changer, CD-ROM server and CD-ROM audio cable. . A 14.4 bps modem for optional Internet connection and a sound card are recommended. About The Companies Books That Work, based in Palo Alto, is the leading developer of 3D design and visualization software for the home and garden. Books That Work's award-winning library of products include Visual Home, 3D Landscape, 3D Kitchen, 3D Deck, Home Improvement Encyclopedia, Country Living Style, Country Living Gardener: Great Home Gardens and Garden Encyclopedia. To order products, phone 800/242-4546 or 415/326-4280. For more information, contact Books That Work, 2595 East Bayshore Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303. Main No.: 415-326-4280. Visit the Books That Work Web site at http://www.btw.com. Books That Work also publishes home and garden content on the Internet at http://homecentral.com and http://gardening.com . Meredith Corporation, headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa “Des Moines” redirects here. For other uses, see Des Moines (disambiguation). Des Moines (pronounced /dɪˈmɔɪn/ in English, , is one of America's leading media and marketing companies and the country's foremost home and family publisher. Meredith businesses center on magazine and book publishing, television broadcasting, residential real estate marketing and brand licensing. Meredith also publishes home and family content at the Better Homes and Gardens Web site at http://bhglive.com . CONTACT: Books That Work Brian Cronkhite, 415/843-4402 bcronkhite@btw.com |
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