Judee Rudder Brann, who has extensive knowledge about hotels, specializing in operations, renovations, and new construction/design throughout the southeast is part of the duo that operates ABC Design. Martha Axford is her business partner in this venture. “ABC Design caters primarily to hotel owners that understand the benefits of an up-to-date appearance in order to attract guests. From small occupancy establishments to large 300 to 500 room hotels, we have experience that will help you appeal to your guests.”
In considering refurbishing her own home, Judee writes: “One would think that a hotel design person, would reside in a relatively upbeat home, right? That hasn’t been the case in my world. As a free-lance hotel /operations, designer, I spend my days looking for the best ways to attract and WOW the public. The design direction for the hotel industry, consists of jazzy and up-lifting color palettes and patterns, all pulled together to drop seamlessly into an inviting atmosphere, priced to budget and, at the same time, meeting industry standards, and approved by the specific brand of the hoteI.
Regarding our home, I recently decided we needed to DO something, quickly! A small “facelift”? Botox, if you will, for tired space. We are animal lovers, and our carpeting had lived far too long. Reflecting back on some flooring we had chosen to use in a 400 room resort hotel, I remembered a new product we call a “luxury vinyl tile plank.” If you are turned off by the word “vinyl”, just stay with me a minute. It looks like wood, it “walks” like wood, it’s even grooved like wood. It is not a laminate, so there is no clicking as you step. It is easily installed and, it cleans with a damp rag. Finally, it is more cost effective than hardwood. All a win win!
ABC Design has a nifty little slogan….my partner Martha and I often say ‘you can’t just paint the bathroom ceilings’. One small thing updated and we start seeing so much more that needs attention. So it is also in our homes. I will be moving onward to more small projects soon!”
Would you like more information? First of all luxury vinyl plank flooring comes in oodles of styles. There are over 100 different varieties of this longlasting material. According to Eric M. Dyer, author of “Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring —Important Things You Need To Know,” “Not all luxury vinyl flooring planks are created equal. There are a quite a few differences between construction styles among the major manufacturers. Backing systems can vary between brands,” too. Mr. Dyer’s article is very well-researched, and something that is well worth reading. Here is the address: http://ezinearticles.com/?Luxury-Vinyl-Plank-Flooring—Important-Things-You-Need-to-Know&id=3927893
“Sneak Peek and a Winner,” at http://www.remodelaholic.com is also another excellent article describing their experiences choosing and having someone install their own luxury vinyl floors.
The most compelling aspects of the process are:
The beauty and durability of the materials
The ease of installation (especially if you hire someone!)
The ease of maintenance
As you begin to think about home projects for the new year, upgrading your floors is something that will stand you in good stead! 
