The Overton Hygienic Building: 3617-3625 South State

September 6, 2008 Filed Under: Architecture

Developed during the first decades of the 20th century, the “Black Metropolis” was home to numerous nationally prominent, African-American-owned and -operated businesses and cultural institutions. This building was constructed in 1922 by noted entrepreneur Anthony Overton, a purveyor of cosmetics for black women. This once-vacant and boarded-up building was threatened with demolition before being rehabilitated by the developer for their own offices... 

Neo-Classic Style Roman Bronze Art Iron Sofa/End Side Table with Clear Glass Top

September 20, 2007 Filed Under: Construction

This is a brand new Neo-Classic Style Roman Bronze Art Iron Sofa/End Side Table with Clear Glass Top. Item is designed to be practical in use and elegant to beautify your home decor. Item may require some simple assembly. Dimensions Measure: 48″L x 18″W x 26 1/2″HView product details at Amazon

A History of Interior Design

November 16, 2008 Filed Under: Architecture

Much like the history of art, the history of interior design encompasses numerous styles, movements and the international political and social developments that have informed or challenged its evolution. This lavishly illustrated book will be of interest to anyone who appreciates interior design as well as antiques, furniture design, textiles, decorative decorative

Biscayne Dining Chair

September 20, 2007 Filed Under: Construction

The Biscayne collection by Garden Classics offers outstanding comfort and styling at an affordable price. The rust-proof aluminum frames are topped with ultra-cool and ultra-comfortable slings. The chairs and chaise lounges may be stacked for easy storage, while the dining tables feature tempered obscure glass with a center umbrella holeView product details at Amazon

5 Cap Floor Lamp By Acme Furniture

November 7, 2008 Filed Under: Home Improvement

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AICO Monte Carlo Entertainment Wall Series Monte Carlo Entertainment Center in Classic Pecan

June 1, 2008 Filed Under: Home Improvement

AICO Monte Carlo Entertainment Wall Series Made from solid birch hardwoods and finished in a Classic Pecan, the Monte Carlo Entertainment Center is just what your home needs. These audio cabinets, bookcases, and light bridge, come together to form one glamorous entertainment center. There is plenty of display and storage space on the shelves and cabinets but just in case you need a little more room, the hand carved columns pull out to reveal more... 

NAR Selects New Bilateral Partners

November 10, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

Today’s real estate market knows no borders, which is why the National Association of Realtors® has been expanding its network of business partnerships around the world and has recently established new bilateral agreements with seven national partners in Europe, Latin America and Asia. “Over the past two years, as the domestic real estate market has flattened, global business has remained a mainstay for many of our members who are involved... 

Campbell Hausfeld PL150198AV 3/8-Inch Pnuematic Ratchet Wrench

February 23, 2007 Filed Under: Construction

The PL150198AV, 3/8″ Air Ratchet, comes with a forward/reverse dial conveniently located for quick directional changes, a 1/4″ NPT (screened filter) air inlet to keep dirt and debris from damaging the tool, and a metal trigger lever for ease of use and durability. The 3 year warranty proves our commitment to product excellence and Built To Last product design.

Ditec automated sectional overhead doors fitted to the sixty garages featured in the Valencia (Spain) street race track

November 19, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

Once again, Ditec will open the doors or, more appropriately, the garage doors to car and motorbike racing teams! This time Ditec has fitted special automations for sectional overhead doors installed in the 60 garages featured in the new Valencia (Spain) street race track. After fitting entrances to the paddocks of Ducati Corse, Ferrari Corse, and of other famous Motomondiale teams (Aprilia, Yamaha, Honda), Ditec products can now be seen in the more... 

AbitibiBowater announces intention to sell approximately 76,700 hectares of select timberland assets in Quebec

October 29, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

AbitibiBowater announced that it intends to divest three forest units located in the Mauricie and Bas-Saint-Laurent regions in the Province of Quebec, Canada. These timberland assets include the Seigneuries of Perthuis, Nicolas-Riou and Lac Metis, which comprise a total area of approximately 76,724 hectares (or 189,508 acres) and have a timber inventory of over 7.7 million cubic meters. Scotia Capital Inc. has been retained as exclusive financial... 

Factory-Reconditioned DeWalt DC390KR Heavy-Duty 18-Volt Ni-Cad 6 1/2-Inch Cordless Trim Saw

January 21, 2007 Filed Under: Construction

This is a reconditioned power tool. Reconditioned generally means that the tool has been returned to the manufacturer, who brings the tool back to like new condition. Some tools may contain cosmetic blemishes.Featuring a beefy, 18-volt motor and XRP battery this 18-Volt Circular Saw Kit cuts over one hundred 2-by-4’s on a single charge. The blade is located on the left side for better visibility and has a spindle lock for easy changes. The motor... 

Sean Conway™ Tiverton 2006 Dining Set

November 8, 2008 Filed Under: Home Improvement

Each piece in collection sold separately unless noted. View product detail on Amazon.Com

HOK and Biomimicry Guild Form Alliance to Integrate Nature’s Innovations in the Design of Buildings, Communities and Cities Worldwide

September 16, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

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... 

Largo – Heritage Entertainment Center Set 2 in Vintage Black

October 25, 2007 Filed Under: Construction

This furniture arrives fully assembled! Includes: 1 x Entertainment Center Base 1 x Entertainment Center Top 1 x Left Pier 1 x Right Pier Features: 100 Wood solids and veneers Dimensions: Entertainment Center Base: 45″(W) x 26″(D) x 28″(H) Entertainment Center Top: 47″(W) x 27″(D) x 53″(H) Pier (each): 26″(W) x 21″(D) x 75″(H) Finish: Vintage BlackView product details at Amazon

National Trend of Home Price Declines Continues Through the Third Quarter of 2008 According to the S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Indices

November 26, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

Data through September 2008, released by Standard & Poor’s for its S&P/Case-Shiller(1) Home Price Indices, the leading measure of U.S. home prices, shows continued broad based declines in the prices of existing single family homes across the United States, a trend that prevailed since 2007. The decline in the S&P/Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price Index — which covers all nine U.S. census divisions — remained in double...