
The structural work for the Filadelfie building complex in Prague with its interesting ground plan is very close to completion. With the help of the PERI formwork solution, the 17-floor multi-storey building – constructed in the form of a four-blade propeller – will shortly be finished. The MULTIFLEX slab formwork system, in particular, showed itself to be extremely flexible and adaptable for forming the curved upper and massive basement slabs. Comprehensive...

The large-scale sewage treatment plant Czajka, situated to the north-east of Warsaw, is scheduled to be finished in December 2010 – and this after only a two-year construction period. With a cleaning capacity of almost 450, 000 cubic metres per day, designed for the equivalent of two million inhabitants, it will be the largest waste-water facility in Poland. Together with the Warbud construction company, PERI´s Polish engineers developed a cost-effective...

Chief Manufacturing, the industry leader in projector, monitor and flat panel TV mounting solutions, has been piling on awards for the FUSION Series Fixed and Tilt Mounts, taking home top honors with the CEPro BEST Award, the Residential Systems Resi Award, and the Custom Retailer EXC!TE Award. The winners of CEPro’s Inaugural BEST (Best Electronic Systems Technologies Awards) were announced at this year’s CEDIA Expo. More than 200 products vied...

Design 4 Others, (D4O), a volunteer organization of HDR CUH2A professionals designs and oversees the renovation and modernization of medical diagnostic laboratories in Tanzania, Africa. These projects were selected for “Honorable Mention” in the first “Inspirations Awards” program held by Contract Magazine. The Inspirations Awards recognize socially responsible design and actions by the commercial architecture and design communities....

Gerald T. Halpin, Chairman of Western Interiors & Design LLC, announced today that the company has received additional funding from some of its original investors to finance the company’s new initiatives and the continued growth of Western Interiors & Design magazine. “In this difficult economic environment,” says Publisher Jennifer Matthews, “it is wonderful to be able to put aside short-term distractions and focus on building the...

With the building´s structure elegantly wrapped in a cloak-like glass facade, the Al Hamra Tower on the Persian Gulf creates the vision of a highly visible sculpture, rising to an impressive height of 412 metres. As construction progress steadily continues, it becomes clear that the Al Hamra Tower is not only a multi-storey building with a remarkable height but also that a new landmark is being developed through its very distinctive design. After...
Kimball Hill Homes today announced that as a result of the severe economic downturn and escalating turmoil in the credit markets, the Company has made the difficult decision to begin the wind-down of its operations with efforts to facilitate a sale of its business or a bulk sale of its assets to continue during this period. The Company also filed its Chapter 11 plan, which is supported by the official committee of unsecured creditors and the Company’s...
U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Michael S. McManus yesterday granted most of Kobra Properties’ “first day” motions allowing the company and its related entities to operate on a business as usual basis as it works to restructure under Chapter 11. Kobra’s related restaurant operations are not affected by its Chapter 11 filing. “Judge McManus’ ruling is a positive step toward reorganizing Kobra for the benefit of its creditors and the protection of...
Intelligent Living Corp. a leading automation and technology solutions provider utilizing green building practices, announced today that High Road Communications, Microsoft Canada’s public relations provider for Windows™ based Home and Entertainment solutions, originated a News Canada media feed on ILVC’s sustainable building automation and technology solutions. As a result, ILVC received editorial coverage in the Vancouver Courier,...
Anne Pasternak, president and creative director of Creative Time, a New York City arts organization that creates unconventional opportunities for artists to activate and engage urban spaces, will be featured at the 2008 Great Cities Speakers Series, 6-7 p.m., Monday, December 1, at the San Jose Repertory Theatre, 101 Paseo De San Antonio. A reception will follow at 7 p.m. to encourage further discussion. This presentation and reception are free to...