Alcoa’s Kawneer Architectural Aluminum Products Enhance Learning in an Environmentally Friendly Way
The Hot Springs Intermediate School, located in Hot Springs, Arkansas, may appear to be an everyday, two-story school. But in taking a closer look at the aluminum, glass and brick building it is apparent that there is much more to the building than meets the eye. Sustainability was a key factor in creating the new school. It was important that the Intermediate School incorporate solutions that help provide a healthy, productive learning environment,...
The Duke Scottsdale by Circle West Architects
The Duke Scottsdale. This innovative 8-unit group of urban condominium homes is perfectly located just south of the Loloma Arts District in Historic Scottsdale. Each home features two bedrooms plus den, approximately 1330+- square feet (+-), private garage and superb AIA Award Winning modern architecture by CircleWest Architects. Minimalist design and Modern finishes: Stainless Steel-finish GE appliances, Stainless Steel kitchen Counters, white glazed...
Sustainable Architectural Aluminum Products From Alcoa’s Kawneer Business
Curtain wall from Alcoa’s Kawneer architectural aluminum products business envelopes much of the vibrant colorful palette of the newly constructed Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC. The facility incorporates a range of Kawneer products that maximize daylighting and thermal performance, including curtain wall, sunshades and thermally broken windows and doors. To learn more about Kawneer’s sustainable products visit www.kawneergreen.com....
Alcoa Features Aluminum Solutions for Building and Construction Industry at Greenbuild 2008
Alcoa announced that it is featuring numerous examples of how green buildings start with Alcoa aluminum at the Greenbuild International Conference and Expo, which starts today in Boston. The Alcoa booth (#126) provides an overview of the many aluminum products that help the building and construction industry make strides in reducing energy consumption and emissions in their projects. The Alcoa exhibit will feature a selection of buildings that have...
Alcoa Features Aluminum Solutions for Building and Construction Industry at Greenbuild 2008
Alcoa announced today that it is featuring numerous examples of how green buildings start with Alcoa aluminum at the Greenbuild International Conference and Expo, which starts today in Boston. The Alcoa booth (#126) provides an overview of the many aluminum products that help the building and construction industry make strides in reducing energy consumption and emissions in their projects. The Alcoa exhibit will feature a selection of buildings that...
Chicago Public Library/Cultural Center: 78 East Washington
Originally the first home of the Chicago Public Library, the Chicago Cultural Center was designed by the Boston architectural firm of Shepley, Rutan & Coolidge in 1897. The building’s Preston Bradley Hall contains the world’s largest Louis Comfort Tiffany art glass dome, with approximately 30,000 pieces of glass spanning more than 1,000 square feet. The restoration project was funded in part with City TIF assistance, a HUD Grant, a State...
Tensioned Fabric Structures
Pink creates tensioned fabric structures for architectural interiors that range from eye-popping to serene—including room dividers, ceiling treatments, and public art. Depending on the needs of the project, the framing components range from polycarbonate to aluminum, and the fabrics are typically a poly-spandex blend. The company will work to accommodate any specified frame and fabric material.
USG Libretto™ Gridless Metal Decorative Ceiling System
Architects and designers seek dynamic ways to complement their designs with imagery, shape and eye-catching aesthetics. Today, design professionals have a new option from USG with the Libretto™ gridless metal ceiling system, which creates islands, canopies, radial ceilings and other dynamic shapes custom-tailored to the size, shape and architectural features of a space. The Libretto gridless metal ceiling system features individually fabricated...
Talon Architectural Area Luminaire
Cooper Lighting has introduced the McGraw-Edison Talon, an outdoor area site light offering unmatched optical versatility and performance with premium construction to satisfy every specific exterior lighting need. An innovative optical design includes a choice of 14 high efficiency, field rotatable optical systems including the unrivaled Spill Light Eliminator optic for areas mandating strict light trespass control, and a new Automotive Front Row...
Factory-Reconditioned Porter Cable CFFN251TR Finish Nailer, Brad Nailer, Narrow Crown Stapler and Compressor Combo Kit
Ideal for onsite trim work, architectural woodwork, and casework installation, this combo kit from Porter-Cable includes a finish nailer, brad nailer, narrow crown stapler and compressor. Even more affordable than the brand-new version, this reconditioned kit is in like-new condition, though some components may contain cosmetic blemishes. First, the compressor: The unit blasts out an impressive 150 maximum psi for driving more nails than traditional...
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