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Ceiling fan can put a fun spin on just about any room of your home

[2008-7-15]

Tag: celling fan

cSome designers want them to disappear. Some people think they're outdated. But ceiling-fan manufacturers are fighting the stereotypes, offering creative, elegant models that put a design spin on the room.

Today's ceiling fans integrate trendy designs and materials with elegant lighting options. Forget about the brass and imitation wood models from your 1980s childhood bedroom.

Instead, check out some of today's selections, which include one-, two-, three- or more blade models. Old World designs complement a great room's decor. Concealed fans' blades circulate air from above the light, staying hidden but doing their job. Casual models use materials like imported palms to add to a room's ambiance.

"The beauty of using a ceiling fan is, you can have a combination of art and function," says Tom Frampton, founder and CEO of Fanimation in Zionsville, Ind. "If the fan is not to be the central theme, then there are several good fan designs with an understated appearance that blend well and are not immediately obvious. ... If the fan is to take on more of a decor role, then the options are plenty."

Frampton should know. He's a bit passionate about fans. He travels the world looking for old fans, and often uses their enduring designs in Fanimation's new offerings. Other fan manufacturers like Casablanca, Tommy Bahama and Emerson also contribute to the selection.

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