SAN JOSE, Calif. (San Jose Convention Center, Booth #320) (September 25, 2008) – Whirlpool Corporation is leveraging digital technology to help architects and designers streamline sustainable design. Every day, 11 different presentations will be given at the Whirlpool Corporation booth during West Coast Green 2008. Presentations feature elements from the Whirlpool Corporation Digital Green(TM) Portfolio, delivered by experts on sustainable design and Google(R) SketchUp(TM), Earth and 3D Warehouse. The Digital Green(TM) Portfolio offers architects and designers the tools they need to streamline their design process, save time, source products, and even specify ENERGY STAR(R) qualified and other energy- and water-efficient products. The portfolio provides cutting-edge, Internet-based tools that simplify the design, project visualization and product selection process. Each presentation features a stunning sustainable home designed by a nationally known architect or design firm, including the Margarido House, the first home slated for LEED(R) Platinum qualification in northern Calif., and the first Habitat for Humanity(R) home slated for LEED Platinum qualification. Additionally, Solar Decathlon winning homes by architecture students will be featured. Google SketchUp and interoperability with AutoCAD and Chief Architect(R) software will be featured along with fun, informative demonstrations on selecting sustainable building products using the Google 3D Warehouse. A detailed schedule is available at the booth. Guest speakers include: · Jon Dougal, E.D., sustainability director, Habitat for Humanity(R) Riverside, Calif. · Mike McDonald, president, McDonald Construction & Development · Kerri Badura, Google SketchUp certified instructor for School · Gary Higginbotham, director of marketing, Mascord Design Associates Whirlpool Corporation works to exceed expectations with appliances to help architects and designers create homes of distinction. For this purpose, the company developed – The Inside Advantage(TM). This targeted program offers Powerful Brands, Innovative Products, Targeted Services and Consumer Insight to support building and design professionals. Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales of approximately $19 billion, more than 73,000 employees and approximately 70 manufacturing and technology research centers around the world. The company markets Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Gladiator and other major brand names to consumers in nearly every country around the world. For more information on Whirlpool Corporation and its offerings for architects and design professionals, please visit insideadvantage.com or call 1-800-253-3977.
