Architectural Record Showcases Socially Conscious Design

In its October issue, Architectural Record turns its pages toward humanitarian design efforts led by architects, design firms, teachers and students. With stunning photography and thoughtful texts, Architectural Record’s editors and journalists show how socially conscious design projects around the world are making a difference by combating homelessness and hunger with practical ingenuity. “Architecture consists of more than three-dimensional... 

Top Projects Showcased In Latest Brick Bulletin

The new edition of Brick Bulletin is out – and it features some astounding projects from around the world. Each story dramatically demonstrates the scope of brick and the qualities that have for so long made it a favourite among architects, developers and the public. Among the case studies, there is an eye-catching spatial housing complex in Tokyo, an Australian nursing complex clad in ‘timber’ planks, and a wine factory built by robot bricklayers.... 

Innovation & International Jury for the Second Edition of the MIPIM Asia Awards

For the second consecutive year MIPIM Asia, the world’s property market in Asia-Pacific, will host the MIPIM Asia Awards, which reward the finest real estate achievements in this region. MIPIM Asia 2008 will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center from 19 to 21 November. For the first time, winners will be selected by MIPIM Asia participants who will be able to elect their favorite project in the following seven award categories:... 

Millenia Wall Solutions Achieves GreenSpec Designation

Millenia Wall Solutions, developer of the revolutionary Millenia Retaining Wall System, announced that its lightweight, eco-friendly retaining wall units have been selected for listing in the GreenSpec Directory. Building industry professionals rely on GreenSpec as the most accurate, unbiased and trustworthy source of authoritative information on products that are truly green. GreenSpec undertakes rigorous analysis of all products submitted for review... 

Industrial waste energy and process by-products as sustainable resources to serve greenhouse horticultural complex

WarmCO2 is set to become a by-word for sustainable, cost effective and energy efficient solutions for Dutch greenhouse horticulture. In the Netherlands, greenhouse horticulture is the most intensive form of crop production and is of major economic importance to communities and to the country as a whole. However, the industry’s heavy reliance on fossil fuels for greenhouse heating presents both a cost and a CO2 emissions reduction challenge for... 

Office Depot(R) Brand Kingston Big and Tall Mid-Back Leather Chair, Black

Oversized frame for executive-sized comfort – supports up to 250 lbs!Super-sized frame offers more space.This chairs extra-roomy seat and super-sturdy frame offer more support than standard chairs – an ideal fit for big and tall professionals!1-touch seat-height adjustment for perfect posture.Find the height that is right for you! Gas lift lever lets you quickly adjust your seat height so you feet rest flat on the ground, avoiding pressure...