In addition to its high quality lineup of welded OSHA and IBC code-compliant stairs – offered with a Wildeck mezzanine or as a separate stair structure for a wide range of applications – Wildeck has introduced an economical and modular Knock-Down Stair system that can be easily assembled on the job site and installed in virtually any facility, including those where space is limited. According to Hubert Schlegel, Director of Marketing for Wildeck,...
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces the opening of The St. Regis Bali Resort, located in Nusa Dua, an elite beach enclave on the Southern tip of Bali. Offering an unrivaled dimension of luxury, bespoke service and refined elegance at one of the best addresses in the world, The St. Regis Bali Resort features 79 luxurious, oversized suites, 42 private villas and two exclusive Residences, as well as world-class restaurants and bars,...
On the heels of accelerated growth of one of its anchor brands, Network Communications Inc. (NCI) today announced the promotion of Marcia Bollinger to the new position of president of Apartment Finder, the leading source of critical information for apartment seekers in the multi-family industry. Bollinger has served as Apartment Finder’s senior vice president since 2003, when she joined the company. A world-class leader in the industry, Bollinger...
HOK and the Biomimicry Guild have forged a first-of-its-kind alliance linking the natural and built environment. This exclusive relationship between one of the world’s largest architectural design firms and the only bio-inspired innovation company will integrate nature’s innovations in the planning and design of buildings, communities and cities worldwide. Established by biologists Janine Benyus and Dr. Dayna Baumeister in 1998, Biomimicry...
The new Embassy Suites® Murfreesboro – Hotel & Conference Center in Tennessee at 1200 Conference Center Boulevard is open to the public. One of the largest facilities of its kind in the area, the 10-story, 283-suite hotel and conference center offers 80,000 gross square feet of flexible meeting and event space. Featuring a contemporary décor, the hotel is owned by hotel legend Mr. John Q. Hammons and is managed by Springfield-Mo.-based John...
International Automotive Components Group (IAC) broke ground during a ceremony in Chakan (Pune district) Maharashtra, India where construction will begin for a manufacturing and engineering operation exceeding 150,000 square feet. “IAC is now the third W L Ross company with a meaningful presence in India,” said IAC Group Chairman Wilbur Ross. “We are delighted that IAC has been invited into India to supply Mahindra & Mahindra...
In response to interest from residents in Texas in the expected path of Hurricane Ike, Sandestin® Golf and Beach Resort is offering a Safe Haven Reservation Program including special rates and accommodations. Historically, Sandestin has been a refuge for people and families wanting to evacuate their homes in the path of storms. For example, during Hurricanes Gustav and Katrina, Sandestin was a safe and temporary residence for thousands of people. The...
The residences within the Villa District were built largely between 1907 and 1925 and exhibit the influence of the Prairie and Craftsman styles as well as the popularity of the American Four-Square. Primarily known for its bungalows, the district’s buildings are relatively small 1½-story houses on large lots, and many have historic dormers. This project recaptured valuable living space in the attic by sensitively adding new dormers which demonstrate...
Solidifi Inc., a leading technology-based provider of collateral valuation and risk management services to the mortgage lending industry, announced that expansion to nationwide appraiser coverage is ahead of schedule. Response from experienced appraisers coast-to-coast since Solidifi launched its registration process less than two weeks ago surpassed initial goals and is driving the development of the fastest growing network of quality appraisers...
Hitachi Power Tools announced two new 8-1/2-inch slide compound miter saws, the C8FSE and C8FSHE. Twenty years after developing the first sliding compound miter saw, Hitachi continues the tradition of innovation with quality engineering along with additional features of today, such as the LED work light and laser guide featured on the C8FSHE. Built with accuracy, power and convenience packed into the two lightest saws in their class, these are the...