As summer approaches, many homeowners across Westchester County are beginning to prepare their backyards for pool season. Outdoor areas surrounding pools often become a focus this time of year as families get ready for warmer weather and outdoor gatherings. Upgrading a pool patio can improve both safety and appearance. Stone and masonry patios are often chosen because they provide a durable surface that holds up well to water exposure and frequent foot traffic.

New Rochelle, New York, United States, 30th May 2026 — As summer approaches, many homeowners across Westchester County are beginning to prepare their backyards for pool season. Outdoor areas surrounding pools often become a focus this time of year as families get ready for warmer weather and outdoor gatherings.

Contractors say spring is a common time for homeowners to evaluate the condition of their pool patios after winter weather. Freeze-thaw cycles, snow, and moisture can sometimes leave surfaces worn, uneven, or in need of repair.

Upgrading a pool patio can improve both safety and appearance. Stone and masonry patios are often chosen because they provide a durable surface that holds up well to water exposure and frequent foot traffic.

Some homeowners also use patio renovations as an opportunity to expand the area around the pool. Larger patios can create more room for seating, outdoor dining, or relaxing near the water during the summer months.

Natural stone, pavers, and other masonry materials are commonly used to create poolside spaces that blend with surrounding landscaping while offering long-lasting performance.

“Spring is when people start thinking about getting their pool area ready again,” said Flavio La Rocca of F. La Rocca & Sons. “A refreshed patio can make the whole backyard feel ready for summer.”

Across Westchester County, contractors say many homeowners plan these projects in the spring so their outdoor spaces are ready before peak pool season begins.

F. La Rocca & Sons is a family-run masonry company based in New Rochelle that works with homeowners throughout Westchester County on projects including patios, walkways, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens, and pool patios.

Media Contact

Organization: F La Rocca and Sons, Inc

Contact Person: Maria La Rocca

Website: https://flaroccaandsons.com/

Email: Send Email

Contact Number: +19146324819

Address:71-B Potter Ave

City: New Rochelle

State: New York

Country:United States

Release id:45549

The post F. La Rocca Sons Outlines Pool Patio Upgrades for the Summer Season appeared first on King Newswire. This content is provided by a third-party source.. King Newswire makes no warranties or representations in connection with it. King Newswire is a press release distribution agency and does not endorse or verify the claims made in this release. If you have any complaints or copyright concerns related to this article, please contact the company listed in the ‘Media Contact’ section

Four reusable devices recognised by two international juries for refined industrial design

United States, 29th May 2026, – Global vape brand ELFBAR said today that four products in its reusable pod system lineup have been honoured by the German Design Award and the International CMF Design Awards. The recognised devices are the ELFX Mini, ELFX 2, ELFA Master Stein and the ELFA pod system.

The German Design Award, organised by the German Design Council, named the ELFX Mini and the ELFA Master Stein as 2026 winners. The International CMF Design Awards, which evaluates excellence in colour, material and finish, recognised the ELFA Master Stein and the ELFX 2. ELFA Master Stein and ELFX Mini are now available in Germany.

The awarded lineup

The four products sit at the centre of ELFBAR’s reusable portfolio for adult smokers and ex-smokers looking for an alternative to combustible tobacco. The range spans compact entry devices through to the ELFX 2, which goes on sale in Germany in June 2026.

Each device shares a restrained visual language. Casing materials are selected for grip and longevity. Colour palettes are subdued. Branding is kept small. The shapes are contoured for one-handed use, and the surface finishes are tuned to feel calm in the hand. The ELFA Master Stein, named after the stein vessels of European drinking culture, uses a textured casing that references the heritage of stoneware and glass.

On the design approach

“Good design should feel confident, not loud,” said Becky Liu, Head of Industrial Design at ELFBAR. “With ELFX and ELFA, we focus on a clean-cut form, precision, and a calm material touch-feel to bring an elegant and intuitive user experience.”

The recognition follows a multi-year effort inside ELFBAR’s industrial design studio to move the brand’s product language away from the bright, single-use silhouettes that defined the early years of the vaping category. The company has been steadily replacing those formats in its lineup with longer-lived devices intended to look and feel more like other categories of mature consumer hardware.

Engineering details

Beyond the look of each device, the awarded products share a set of practical features that ELFBAR describes as central to its reusable design approach.

Pods are secured magnetically and click into place without alignment fuss. E-liquid levels are visible through windows on the casing, making refill timing intuitive. Status displays communicate battery and pod information at a glance. Airflow and power settings are adjustable on the relevant models, allowing users to shape the draw to their preference. Modular construction lets pods and cartridges be replaced rather than discarded, extending the useful life of each device.

For the ELFX 2 specifically, the upcoming launch introduces the new ELFX POD 2.0 cartridge generation. The generation adds a child lock, an upgraded airway designed for richer flavour, and a 5A leakproof system intended to keep e-liquid contained under everyday pocket and travel use.

The German context

The design recognition lands in ELFBAR’s largest European market. According to internal data, the brand leads the German pod system category with about 60 percent market share. Prefilled and refillable products — including the ELFX and ELFA pod systems and the ELFLIQ e-liquid range — now account for around 80 percent of the company’s shipments to Germany. Single-use formats, once a defining part of the category, no longer drive the brand’s German business.

European regulators have meanwhile sharpened their focus on disposable vapes and on packaging waste. Brands that can demonstrate genuine reusability, supported by replaceable components and durable design, are increasingly being separated from those that cannot. The awarded ELFX and ELFA products are positioned within that shift.

What comes next

ELFBAR said it plans to introduce the award-winning ELFX and ELFA designs to other European markets in due course, with the ELFX 2 leading the next wave from Germany in June 2026. Specific dates, pricing and channel availability will be confirmed market by market.

— ENDS —

About ELFBAR

ELFBAR is a pioneer in the global vaping industry. Since its inception in 2018, it has been providing a distinct and diverse vaping experience with innovation at its core. ELFBAR stays committed to youth access prevention and sustainable growth as a leading brand favoured and used by tens of millions of adult smokers and ex-smokers worldwide as an alternative to smoking. For more information, please visit elfbar.de.

Media Contact

Organization: HG INNOVATION LIMITED

Contact
Person: Michael Chen

Website:

https://www.elfbar.de/

Email:

marketing@elfbar.de

Country:United States

The post
ELFBAR’s ELFX and ELFA Pod Systems Win German Design Award and CMF Design Awards appeared first on
Brand News 24.
It is provided by a third-party content
provider. Brand News 24 makes no
warranties or representations in connection with it.

United States, 29th May 2026, – The Evolution of Living in Style Arrives at the Crossroads of the World

NEW YORK, May 2026 — Global furniture brand OVIOS officially unveiled its latest collaborative masterpiece, AERO EVO, created together with Studio F. A. Porsche, on the iconic Nasdaq Tower in New York’s Times Square. The appearance marks a milestone moment for OVIOS as the brand continues to bring elevated contemporary living experiences to a global audience.

Displayed across one of the world’s most recognizable digital landmarks, AERO EVO represents far more than a furniture launch. It symbolizes the convergence of modern luxury living, aerodynamic artistry, and German precision engineering — all expressed through a new generation of sculptural furniture design.

Inspired by the concept “The Shape of Air,” AERO EVO was designed around the invisible flow of movement and fluid dynamics. Every curve, contour, and proportion reflects a philosophy of purity and functional elegance. The result is a seating experience that feels simultaneously futuristic, calming, and deeply human.

“The collaboration between OVIOS and Studio F. A. Porsche is not simply about creating furniture,” said the OVIOS design team. “It is about engineering a new lifestyle language — one where comfort, precision, and emotional design coexist seamlessly.”

At the core of the collaboration lies the shared vision of “The Evolution of Style.” OVIOS brings its signature philosophy of Living in Style together with the uncompromising functional aesthetics of Studio F. A. Porsche, creating a collection that transcends conventional home furnishing.

The AERO EVO collection will be strictly limited to 919 pieces worldwide, with each piece individually serialized and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. The number “919” represents the relentless pursuit of refinement, symbolizing hundreds of iterations dedicated to achieving aesthetic and structural perfection.

“A single silhouette, redefined 919 times,” the campaign states. “Because Living in Style is not a destination, but a relentless pursuit of perfect balance.”

The Nasdaq debut also reflects OVIOS’s accelerating international growth and increasing influence in the premium home furnishings category. Known for blending accessible luxury with modern functionality, the brand has built a strong following across North America through its indoor and outdoor furniture collections.

With AERO EVO, OVIOS enters a new chapter — one that pushes beyond traditional furniture design and into the realm of emotional architecture, immersive living, and timeless modern aesthetics.

For more information, visit OVIOS Official Websitehttps://www.ovios-home.com/”Visit OVIOS official website for premium modern furniture collections”

Media Contact

Organization: ALWAYS OUTDOOR FURNITURE CO.,LTD.

Contact
Person: OVIOS

Website:

https://www.ovios-home.com/

Email:

support@ovios-furniture.com

Contact Number: 13234431788

Country:United States

The post
OVIOS x Studio F. A. Porsche Debuts AERO EVO on the Nasdaq Tower in Times Square appeared first on
Brand News 24.
It is provided by a third-party content
provider. Brand News 24 makes no
warranties or representations in connection with it.