Rheem HP-50 Heat-Pump Water Heater

Intended for residential use, this Energy Star-listed heat-pump water heater features an integral 50-gallon tank. While not the highest-efficiency heat-pump water heater on the market, it is the first relatively affordable, integral storage offering from a large national company to enter the North American market. It is also the market’s quietest (rated at 49 dB), and has the longest warranty. Rheem Manufacturing Company; Montgomery, AL. 334-260-1500;... 

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Silva Cell Subsurface Tree Protection and Stormwater System

The Silva Cell is a modular system that holds soil for tree growth and stormwater management while supporting paved surfaces. Growing trees in urban areas can reduce the urban heat-island effect, pollution, and flooding, while replenishing oxygen and connecting inhabitants to the natural environment. This system creates a void space that holds 10 cubic feet of soil per unit, protecting tree roots from compaction and providing room for stormwater infiltration... 

Consumers Turn to Drip Irrigation in Tough Economic Times

In this economy, everyone is looking for ways to stretch their budget without changing their lifestyle. Our gardens provide a break from the pressures of job-hunting, bill paying, and everyday stress. According to the National Gardening Association, an estimated 43 million households gardened in 2009. People all over the world are turning to drip irrigation as a means to keep their landscapes and gardens green while conserving water and reducing their... 

Pac-Van Takes Top Honor in Modular Building Institute Awards of Distinction

Each year, the Modular Building Institute recognizes the leaders in the industry by presenting their Awards of Distinction to recognize the best modular projects in the world. The projects are scored in four categories by an official panel of judges. Those categories include: architectural excellence, technical innovation, cost-effectiveness / energy efficiency, and calendar days to complete. This year’s conference was held in Orlando. As is customary... 

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Liquid Fusion Flooring by Holo-Walls is Now Portable

Holo-Walls, LLC, developers of the unique portable Liquid Fusion floor tiles and table systems, has launched their new “Aqua” series Liquid Fusion portable floor system to their rental inventory. Born from the popularity of the company’s “Purple/Orange” liquid lava-like tiles, the “Aqua” line features two opposing colored liquids in a blue and dark blue pattern creating the illusion of walking or dancing on water. Each tile... 

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1965 Block Ranch Home with Modern Retreat

Hayes McNeil and Christoph Kaiser of Plus Minus Studios transformed this unassuming 1965 block ranch home into a modern oasis. Taking advantage of location and views of Squaw Peak, all details were thoughtfully executed. Smoothed walls, all new aluminum dual pane windows/doors, lighting, honed concrete floors, Hand Made butcher block style wood and steel (made reclaimed wood) kitchen island, Bosch appliances, Ann Saks tile, Toto, tankless hot water... 

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LMN Architects-designed Vancouver Convention Centre West

As media from around the world descend upon Vancouver, B.C. for the 2010 Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games, they will experience in the Games’ broadcast media center an unparalleled model of sustainability. Designed by Seattle-based LMN Architects, in collaboration with Vancouver-based MCM and DA, the Vancouver Convention Centre West (VCC) has just been awarded LEED® Canada Platinum certification, the first convention centre project in the... 

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Upgraded RugBuddy Heated Mats Can Be Wired Together for On-Demand Radiant Heat

Martinson-Nicholls, Inc. upgraded RugBuddy heating mats can be wired together to create large areas of on-demand radiant heat for any room or office. The UL-listed warming system features an extremely thin membrane with embedded heating elements designed to be placed under area rugs or carpet that is not glued down. By daisy-chaining multiple units, RugBuddy can be used to heat entire rooms or specific areas in a room off a single electrical circuit... 

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Classic Two Storey Hawthorn Brick Victorian House

This classic two storey Hawthorn brick Victorian situated in arguably one of South Melbourne’s best tree-lined streets has been expertly renovated and extended providing a stylish contemporary interior featuring an idyllic and very private landscaped garden by Fiona Brockhoff. 4th bedroom or study, sitting room, Euro kitchen to informal family casual living to gorgeous low maintenance courtyard garden with built in BBQ and water tank. Upstairs:... 

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Stone & Youngberg Underwrites Landmark $145 Million Harbor Point Financing

-Stone & Youngberg, a leading financial services firm, and Building & Land Technology, a Connecticut-based developer, today announced that they have completed a $145 million financing for the Harbor Point Project in Stamford, Connecticut, a pioneering smart growth project that has been awarded a LEED-ND Gold Certification by the U.S. Green Building Council. The project is nationally significant and will create thousands of jobs and generate...