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

March 10, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
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... 

Solar Innovations, Inc. Completes Several Sports Venue Folding Glass Wall Projects Across the Country

February 17, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
Solar Innovations, Inc. Completes Several Sports Venue Folding Glass Wall Projects Across the Country

Solar Innovations, Inc., a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial folding glass walls; greenhouses; conservatories; sunrooms; tilting, sliding, and stacking glass doors, walls, windows, and screens; completes several sports venue folding glass wall projects across the country. Solar Innovations® folding glass wall systems are commonly incorporated into retail, restaurant, and hospitality projects, creating flexible commercial space. The... 

Modern Home Design with a Mid-Century flair

February 12, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Real Estate
Modern Home Design with a Mid-Century flair

Here’s your next home! Why mess with a remodel when you can gain all the love and labor it took to create this custom architectural design at a fraction of the original cost? This comprehensive 2008 remodel/update of this three bedroom home includes so much: Master suite with two W/I closets, remodeled baths including master suite addition, Door and Window replacements, New HVAC and distribution, Soaring ceilings, new flooring, fireplace, window... 

1965 Block Ranch Home with Modern Retreat

February 12, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Real Estate
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... 

Beautifully Renovated Double Fronted Edwardian Residence

February 10, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Real Estate
Beautifully Renovated Double Fronted Edwardian Residence

This beautifully renovated double fronted Edwardian residence house offers a fantastic lifestyle opportunity. Retaining many original period home features including crystal chandeliers, stained glass windows, open fire places and pressed metal ceilings there remains scope to further extend. This beautifully renovated double fronted edwardian residence features: Wide entrance hall, formal living room with stunning bay window, dining room, three spacious... 

New School Windows Resist Vandalism and Breakage Without Metal Screens

February 9, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
New School Windows Resist Vandalism and Breakage Without Metal Screens

When officials at the Dutch Broadway School in Elmont, NY considered updating their old windows, they wanted a glazing material that would give them long term resistance against vandalism and the effects of outdoor weathering. They also opted for maintaining an open environment without the enclosed feel of metal grill-work, often used to protect window systems. The solution came from Architectural Window Manufacturing of Rutherford, NJ. The company... 

Classic Contemporary Seaside Executive Residence

February 8, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Real Estate
Classic Contemporary Seaside Executive Residence

This 9 year old, spectacular 2 storey home sits high and mighty on the Esplanade at Port Noarlunga South. The classic contemporary grandeur of this home quietly commands attention with every attention to detail having been considered in designing its 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and sprawling indoor and outdoor living. The ‘grande’ tone is set as soon as you step through into the formal entry hall with its stunning feature floor tiling and... 

G&M Contracting Inc, and ABC’s Extreme Makeover Home Edition Go Green in Hyattsville, MD

February 5, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
G&M Contracting Inc, and ABC's Extreme Makeover Home Edition Go Green in Hyattsville, MD

G&M Contracting builds extreme green on “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” ABC Television’s Emmy-award winning hit reality show in the nation’s capital. The TV event airs on ABC February 14th at 8pm EST. G&M and thousands of volunteers worked 24/7 for one week to construct one of the most energy efficient homes ever built for the “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” television show. Some of the green elements of this build are... 

Polycarbonate Sheet Deters Elements, Enhances Design of Pedestrian Areas at Canada Place

February 4, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
Polycarbonate Sheet Deters Elements, Enhances Design of Pedestrian Areas at Canada Place

Canada’s winter will have little effect on Olympic Games visitors to Vancouver’s many attractions, thanks to the city’s planners and architects. Historically they have kept the elements at bay in their approach to infrastructure design for popular pedestrian areas, and their preparations for the Winter Games are no exception. A notable example is Vancouver BC’s Canada Place, a landmark cultural and entertainment complex. Its... 

Remodeled McCormick Ranch Home

January 26, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Real Estate
Remodeled McCormick Ranch Home

Located on a secluded cul de sac in McCormick Ranch, this remodeled beauty will stand out from the rest. A top to bottom remodel with high-end materials has created one of the finest homes in the area. The home features a living room with wood floors, built-in bookcases, high vaulted ceilings, and a two-way fireplace. The comfortable family room is pre-wired for a flat panel TV and has 5-channel surround sound installed. The kitchen has Brookhaven...