Bangkok--3 Jan--Vivaldi American Standard B&K (Thailand) PCL officially launched its new American Standard showroom in partnership with Souvanny Import & Export Co., Ltd., one of the largest bathroom and kitchen ware companies in Laos. Mr. Jonathan Rigg, Managing Director of American Standard B&K (Thailand) PCL and Mr. Waddara (Please add surname), General Manager of Souvanny Import & Export Co., Ltd., welcomed an impressive list of eminent guests including Mr. Somsawad Lengsawas, deputy prime minister, to the “2 Become 1” grand launch event of new American Standard Showroom at the Souvanny Store in Vientiane. “For more than seven decades, American Standard has been trusted by its customers around the world. Currently, American Standard has more than 30 branches worldwide and has more than 18,000 staff,” said Mr. Rigg. “We are growing rapidly in the Asia-Pacific region with especially outstanding market growth in Laos.” “Laos will be the host of Southeast Asian Games in 2009 and will celebrate its 450th Anniversary in 2010. American Standard is honored to become a part of Laos during such exciting times,” Rigg added. “Souvanny Import & Export has for more than fifteen years delivered high quality bathroom and kitchen products to Laos. Now, we have 3 showrooms in Thongkhankham, Phontong and Sykhai,” said Mr. Waddara. “We are very pleased to partner with American Standard, one of the world’s leading brands, to bring its world famous bathroom and kitchen products to the Laotian people.” Guests, who were treated to specially selected delicacies and beverages, had the opportunity to participate in special activities throughout the entertaining evening. The highlight of the evening was a special show and interview with Ms. Kittisara and Miss Laos 2007. They each shared their special concepts of “My Dream Bathroom” and revealed their tips on how to pick and choose the most beautiful designs. American Standard’s innovations ensure special enjoyment in the bathroom with sophisticated design, functionality, technology and hygiene. About American Standard American Standard, a world leading provider of bathroom and kitchen products, provides customers Design Solutions for a beautiful and harmonious bathroom environment. The company’s products are the prime choice for consumers who want to relax and rejuvenate. Their Design Solutions are found in leading hotels, high-end residential developments, prime office buildings and public facilities. American Standard’s bathroom products combine superior design with advanced performance. To deliver style, the company works with award-winning designers including Ronen Joseph, Marc Newson, David Chipperfield, Tomas Fiegl and Achim Pohl. The bathroom collections — Imagine, Moments, Tonic, Acacia and Expression - consist of complementing wash basins, bathtubs, toilet bowls, as well as, accessories and furniture to create a “total look.” Prestigious international awards including the Red Dot Design Award and the IF Product Design Award attest to their design excellence. Advanced technologies deliver performance making life more comfortable. American Standard’s innovative products feature “Family HealthTM” technology for a hygienic life for everyone in the family. For more information, please contact; Khun Jenjira Jitpaiboon PR Executive Vivaldi Public Relations Tel. 0-2718-2134 Mobile. 08-4078-0995 Email. [email protected]