Software Systems Architecture: Working With Stakeholders Using Viewpoints and Perspectives

Software Systems Architecture is a practitioner-oriented guide to designing and implementing effective architectures for information systems. It is both a readily accessible introduction to software architecture and an invaluable handbook of well-established best practices. It shows why the role of the architect is central to any successful information-systems development project, and, by presenting a set of of

The Minnie Water House by Neeson Murcutt Architects

The Minnie Water House is located adjacent coastal reserve above a beach. The extended family weekender incorporates a separable flat at an upper level, generous living spaces and bedrooms at the mid level, and an undercroft ‘sleep-out’ for additional overflow accommodation. A balcony is positioned within the body of the house – an outdoor escape during windy weather. The house is built on a simple structural grid and uses inexpensive... 

Classic Oak Side Bar

The Classic Side Bar by Hillsdale is constructed of hardwoods and veneers and is available in your choice of either a classic oak or rich cherry finish. Along with loads of storage space in the form of cabinets and drawers, this bar comes complete with a significant amount of space for storage of your favorite and most important bar supplies and accessories. In addition, there is ample space for the storage of your most delectable bottles of wine.... 

Biggest U.S. Mortgage Lenders

Mergers and acquisitions are shaking up the standings of the biggest mortgage originators, according to earnings data analyzed by http://www.MortgageDaily.com. Mergers will continue to reshape rankings through next year. During the third quarter, Bank of America Corp. reported more residential production than any other lender. In July, BoA acquired Countrywide Financial Corp. — which had held the title of biggest mortgage lender during most... 

The Air Bubble 33 Chair by Guadalupe Velazquez

The Air Bubble 33 Chair is a brand new seating furniture collection of The Britain based designer Guadalupe Velazquez. The chair is built with futuristic features, using acrylic, leather, steel and perforated aluminum. The design is so unique and seems so comfortable to sit on it. the designer said that the idea coming from the childhood experience of him inspired by different kinds of insects such as ants, and baby wasps when still in the nests there... 

IBT Holdings Honored by Women Presidents’ Organization and Entrepreneur Magazine

The Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) and Entrepreneur Magazine have announced that IBT Holdings has been named one of the Top 50 fastest-growing women-owned/led privately-owned businesses in North America. Comprised of IBT Enterprises, Design Build Concepts and International Banking Technologies, IBT Holdings offers the complete continuum of solutions for the financial services and specialty retail industries. IBT Holdings companies provide... 

Sustainable Architectural Aluminum Products From Alcoa’s Kawneer Business

Curtain wall from Alcoa’s Kawneer architectural aluminum products business envelopes much of the vibrant colorful palette of the newly constructed Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC. The facility incorporates a range of Kawneer products that maximize daylighting and thermal performance, including curtain wall, sunshades and thermally broken windows and doors. To learn more about Kawneer’s sustainable products visit www.kawneergreen.com.... 

Darlee Catalina Cast Aluminum Swivel Rocker Chair With Cushion

Cast Aluminum Construction. Color: Antique Bronze. Chair Dimensions (in inches): 23 W x 26 D x 36 1/2 H. Seat Dimensions (in inches): 20 W x 18 1/2 D x 17 H. Cushions included (Color: Brown). Welded. Some assembly required.

Container Architecture

A sensible answer to many of our most challenging housing problems, container architecture is the hottest thing in building today. Easy to transport, environmentally friendly, reusable and recyclable, container buildings are the home of the future today. Container Architecture presents the findings of three years of research into container architecture, showcasing more than 140 top projects projects

Makita BDF452HW 18 Volt Compact Lithium-Ion Driver Drill Kit

Experience the power and reduced weight of the new lithium-ion technology, without the high cost. Lithium-ion cordless tools provide more power with less weight. This cordless drill-driver is a more compact, lighter-weight version of the LXT 18 volt tool. It has a 1.5 amp hr battery, which is half the size of the LXT 3.0 Amp hr batteries. This is not a light-duty tool by any means; it kicks butt in the 18-volt category. It boasts 450 in./lbs. of...