The Etch Chair by Elizabeth Cordes

Absolutely stunning contemporary chair furniture collection designed for your home furniture improvement is done by American designer Elizabeth Cordes. This furniture designer has design a beautiful creation of chair furniture called the Etch. This Etch chair is actually made and design for the Brooklyn, New York manufacturer Material Process Systems (MPS). The chair was created to be part of the RE/BUILD exhibition at Brooklyn’s Gallery 1889. via

Newest Antique Home Restoration by Gulick & Spradlin LLC of Madison, CT

Gulick and Spradlin LLC prides themselves in their ability to blend up-to-date technologies with the craftsmanship of the past. While respecting the architectural significance of the property, Gulick and Spradlin have again shown in the Stone/Shelley House their solid commitment to build “green” by saving and reusing building materials, their sensitivity to energy requirements through the use of efficient insulation and heating and cooling... 

Transbay Joint Powers Authority Closes on $171 Million TIFIA Loan for Transbay Transit Center Project

The Transbay Transit Center Project reached another important milestone as the Transbay Joint Powers Authority (TJPA) closed on the $171 million Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) loan for the project. The loan was made possible based on the TJPA’s sound finance plans, favorable audits and positive credit reviews—requiring an investment grade credit rating. The loan will fund 14 percent of the project’s $1.2 billion... 

The New American Home Showcases Leading Edge in Green Technology

Featuring cutting-edge energy efficient products and practices and stunning contemporary design, the 2009 edition of The New American Home® was recently unveiled at the International Builders’ Show® in Las Vegas. The New American Home offers real-world demonstrations of the latest concepts in architecture, construction techniques, products and lifestyle trends. Las Vegas builder Blue Heron and architect Danielian Associates collaborated with... 

ACPT Announces Temporary Amendment of Sales Agreement With Lennar, and Agrees to Sell Interest in Joint Venture; Declares Dividend

American Community Properties Trust announced today that it has reached agreement on a third amendment to the Company’s sales agreement with Lennar Corp., and has sold its interest in a joint venture to the homebuilding company. The Company also announced that its Board of Trustees authorized a cash dividend of $0.10 per share on common shares outstanding. The dividend will be payable on December 29, 2008 to shareholders of record on December... 

Learn about the World Building Materials Market Brief

Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Building materials industry is available in its catalogue. World Building Materials Market Brief The global outlook series on Building Materials provides a collection of statistical anecdotes, market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings. The report offers an aerial view of the global construction landscape, identifies major market segments, and offers a bird’s... 

InauguralHomes.com Launches Website To Help Renters and Homeowners Connect During Historic Inauguration Week

InauguralHomes.com (www.inauguralhomes.com) officially launched a new website where area residents can list their properties for rent and visitors to the Nation’s Capital can find lodging during Inauguration week. Early estimates indicate that up to five million visitors may descend upon the Nation’s capital to witness the historic swearing-in of the Nation’s 44th President and first African-American President. “Most hotel... 

GE Announces Program to Partner with Utilities to Reshape Energy Usage, Help Consumers Save Money

GE Consumer & Industrial announced today that it is introducing a program that will provide the next step in home energy cost savings for consumers while helping utility companies better manage the demand for energy during peak energy usage times. “Now that ENERGY STAR® appliances are recognized by 75 percent of American consumers, the next step is to reshape when energy is being used,” said Kevin Nolan, Vice President Technology for GE... 

NAR, Mayors Recognize Allentown, Pa., for Helping Hometown Heroes Become Homeowners

The National Association of Realtors® and the U.S. Conference of Mayors have named Allentown, Pa., an Ambassador City for its Hometown Heroes program, which creates homeownership opportunities for the city’s police officers, firefighters and emergency services personnel. The Hometown Heroes program was created through a partnership between the Lehigh Valley Association of Realtors® and the city of Allentown. The program provides need-based... 

Shea Homes Becomes First National Builder to Make Solar Power Systems an Included Option on New Homes

Victoria Gardens by Shea Homes announced today that solar power systems will be an included optional feature on its Shea Green Certified (TM) homes, beginning immediately. As part of its ongoing commitment to reduce the cost of home ownership and improve environmental performance, Victoria Gardens teamed up with BP Solar, a global leader in solar energy, to offer solar panels at no additional cost and reduce electric bills by up to 60 percent per...