Barbacco in San Francisco by CCS Architecture

February 5, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture
Barbacco in San Francisco by CCS Architecture

Owners Umberto Gibin and chef Staffan Terje saw the need for a more casual option to serve the neighborhood, and when a space next door became available, they engaged CCS Architecture to develop a trattoria that would convert to an enoteca or wine bar at night. The result is Barbacco Eno Trattoria. Barbacco, with 66 seats, occupies a long, narrow room within the 1912 Hind Building. Inspired by traditional wine bars in Milan and Rome, the space is... 

Screwpop™ Tool new patent pending 4-in-1 keychain tool: The Screwpop™

January 27, 2010 Filed Under: Construction, Home Improvement
Screwpop™ Tool new patent pending 4-in-1 keychain tool: The Screwpop™

The Screwpop™ is a perfect convenience tool that fits right in the palm of your hand. As a screwdriver, it leverages surprisingly impressive torque delivered through a reversible snap-in Flathead and Phillips screw-bit. The compact design even functions as a ¼” nut driver for tightening loose bolts and works as a mini pry-bar for working things apart (using flathead bit). The Screwpop also functions as a bottle opener for enjoy that tasty cold... 

Guests Get Busy in the Kitchen at Element Hotels with Nintendo DS and Personal Trainer: Cooking

November 11, 2009 Filed Under: Real Estate
Guests Get Busy in the Kitchen at Element Hotels with Nintendo DS and Personal Trainer: Cooking

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and its new eco-chic brand, Element Hotels, today announced a partnership with Nintendo to provide Nintendo DS™ systems pre-loaded with Personal Trainer™: Cooking software to hotel guests. The software, which acts as an interactive culinary coach, makes it easy for travelers to choose recipes, prepare shopping lists and cook meals in the comfort of their fully equipped in-suite kitchens. This is the... 

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

November 2, 2009 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction, Real Estate
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, set to open in 2010, is the world’s first Ferrari theme park and largest attraction of its kind. It will be an intense multi-sensory experience and a must-visit for enthusiasts, fans and families. The Park pays tribute to the passion, excellence, performance, technical innovation that Ferrari has established over the years and represents today. Its iconic sleek red roof is directly inspired by the classic double curve... 

Midnight Madness at Mediterranean Village Apartment Homes

August 12, 2009 Filed Under: Architecture, Real Estate
Midnight Madness at Mediterranean Village Apartment Homes

On Wednesday, August 26, Mediterranean Village kicks off its highly anticipated Midnight Madness event. From 9:00 a.m. to Midnight, the apartment home community will host the all-day promotion which will include several drawings throughout the day for Apple® iPods, Nanos and iTouches. Guests who sign a 12 to 13-month lease during the event on August 26 can select either one-month free rent or an iMac. Food and beverages will be served all day. Located... 

1FORMTABLE by John Grabham

July 26, 2009 Filed Under: Home Improvement
1FORMTABLE by John Grabham

1FORMTABLE is an ambient display of careful designing mixed with intelligence and creative fullness. This table features a section which will house 18 dvd’s, along with an overhang surface top which creates room for snacks and beverages. The elegant curved sections will also maintain books, journals or more personal accessories. Visit John Grabham’s website

Seattle’s Newest Hyatt Offers a Fresh Twist on Green

February 4, 2009 Filed Under: Real Estate
Seattle's Newest Hyatt Offers a Fresh Twist on Green

The highly anticipated Hyatt at Olive 8 opens its doors in the heart of Seattle’s thriving entertainment and dining district. Located at the corner of Olive and 8th, the new hotel – on track to be Seattle’s first LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) certified hotel – is a striking addition to the city’s skyline and adds a new, more eco-friendly experience to the Pacific Northwest hospitality market. One of the first in... 

Mark Lewis Named CFO of MWVs Community Development and Land Management Group

November 24, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

MeadWestvaco Corp. announced Mark Lewis has joined the MWV Community Development and Land Management Group as the new chief financial officer, effective November 10. In this role, Mr. Lewis will focus on enhanced strategic planning, as well as overseeing financial analysis, reporting, and operations and information systems support. “The Community Development and Land Management group is growing a sustainable real estate business and providing sustainable... 

Sara Lee Announces Closure of Kosher Hot Dog and Meat Processing Facility in Chicago

November 20, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

Sara Lee Corp. announced that it will close its kosher hot dog and meat processing facility on or before Jan. 30, 2009. Sara Lee has decided to exit the kosher meat business, and discontinue processing and distributing products made under all of its kosher meat brands, including Best’s Kosher, Sinai Kosher, Shofar and Wilno. The closure of the Chicago facility, located at 1000 W. Pershing Road, will result in a workforce reduction of approximately... 

Midtown Crossing at Turner Park Earns LEED Neighborhood Development Certification

November 20, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

Midtown Crossing at Turner Park, a million-square-foot mixed-use development under construction in the heart of midtown Omaha, has earned Stage 2 LEED certification under U.S. Green Building Council’s pilot Neighborhood Development Certification program. Midtown Crossing was selected to participate in the council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) pilot Neighborhood Development Certification program. It is the only project...