With the advent of the iPad, so many people have been using it for client meetings, presentations and have had great feedback.  The iPad, if you haven’t used one by now, is impressive. One of the things I like about it most is that it is extremely tactile, this is also something I like about the matted presentation box which I have to say, I think is equally impressive.

©2010 Avery House Creative, LLC - iPad Presentation Box Concept Mockup

We wanted to implement the iPad into our client meetings especially when we are not meeting in our studio or traveling but didn’t feel the cases you can buy for the iPad while useful are not very elegant and don’t really reflect our brand. We decided we wanted to combine the two into somewhat of a dichotomy between photographic prints and brand new technology.

Since we have been working with Cypress, who make all custom products, it seemed like it would be a natural fit and not too far off from what they already do. We mocked up concept using a presentation box we already had and an image of the iPad (above image). In less than a week we had one in our hands that is exactly what we envisioned (below images). These guys are truly amazing craftsmen and are so willing to try new things. As soon as we contacted them they said yes and I think I am seeing this more and more with companies that are becoming innovators, they never hesitate to take on new exciting projects or refuse to ride a trend.  We have heard since this first model they have been making more and more iPad presentation boxes and that is absolutely fantastic news!

Last week we went to Engage10 in the Cayman Islands and brought the iPad presentation box along. Rebecca Grinnals of Engaging Concepts spoke about trends and somehow saw an image I posted on twitter about bringing this to the summit. Well, she put it in her presentation as one of the Top 10 innovations. We were extremely honored and humbled  to be mentioned with so many others that have done much bigger work than we have. We couldn’t have done it without Cypress and they deserve credit as well.

]]> http://blog.averyhouse.net/2010/06/12/tradition-technology-cypress-albums-ipad-presentation-box/feed/ 9 http://blog.averyhouse.net/2009/06/12/what-is-the-album-of-choice-cypress-albums/ http://blog.averyhouse.net/2009/06/12/what-is-the-album-of-choice-cypress-albums/#comments Fri, 12 Jun 2009 11:32:22 +0000 Matt Savage http://blog.averyhouse.net/?p=611 When we started our business we decided early on to work with the best vendors available in order to offer our clients the finest service possible. This is why we like to work with certain coordinators, use top printing labs and, in our opinion, use the best album company in the business.

In the beginning, albums were one of the things we wanted to get in place first. We knew they were the one tangible item that a bride and groom would take away from us that was an immediate representation of our studio and level of service. When we came across Cypress Albums , we realized they reflected our style, brand, and believed in the same type of quality and service as we do. The minute we saw our first album and felt the quality in our hands, there was no question that we could end our search for an album vendor to work with. we were in love!

Not only does Cypress offer albums, but also a complete line of products like proof and presentation boxes and DVD and picture folios. There are a few album companies that resemble Cypress Albums, but when you hold one in your hand the quality does not compare to these beautifully hand made albums. We consider it an honor and privilege to offer the finest products to our clients.

Shown below is a 10×10 Iris Book, Proof Box, and a DVD folio, all of which come standard in our full service packages. Upgrades to the Juniper Book and Cypress Book, as well as other various products and sizes, are also available.

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