Strathwood St. Thomas Cast Aluminum 2-Seater Loveseat with Cushion

June 24, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

Strathwood has broadened its handsome collection of cast-aluminum furniture with the St. Thomas ensemble. Durable yet surprisingly lightweight, this loveseat adds a more upscale look to a sun porch, deck, or patio than wooden furniture, and is easier to move around. Part of the fully coordinating St. Thomas deep-seating collection, the loveseat will blend with Strathwood’s Bainbridge cast aluminum pieces as well. Able to hold up to 500 pounds,... 

Fluor Extends Strategic Outsourcing Contract With IBM

November 20, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

IBM (NYSE:IBM – News) today announced that it has signed a three-year, approximately $130 million contract extension with Fluor Corporation for information technology (IT) outsourcing services. As part of the agreement, IBM will continue providing help desk, data center and server services, network management, desk side support, SAP hosting, IT security and disaster recovery services. IBM’s global delivery network and resources will provide... 

Classic White Camel Back Daybed

May 21, 2008 Filed Under: Home Improvement

Classic White Camel Back Daybed w/Brass Accents * Dimension: 79″W 39″D 39″H * Finish: White * Material: Metal * White Camel Back Daybed with Brass Accents * Great style while providing a resting area. * Link spring for daybed down bracket included * Bedding and accessories are NOT included. * Assembly required View product details at Amazon

BEAUTIFUL ALL NATURAL SOLID WOOD DINING ROOM SET

September 28, 2007 Filed Under: Construction

NEW ALL NATURAL SOLID WOOD DINING ROOM SET WITH FOUR ARROW BACK CHAIRSView product details at Amazon

Ultrasonic leak detector for energy conservation

March 22, 2007 Filed Under: Construction

EXAIR’s new Ultrasonic Leak Detector, ULD, is a hand-held, high quality instrument that can locate costly leaks in a compressed air system. Testing the various unions, pipes, valves and fittings of a complete installation can be done quickly and effectively at distances up to 20′ away. High pressure air expanding to atmosphere creates high frequency turbulence that the ULD converts into an audible tone which can be heard through the supplied... 

Credit Market Condition Not Likely to Affect Plans to Build Green Buildings, Say 75% of Commercial Real Estate Executives Surveyed by Turner Construction Company

November 19, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

Despite the concerns about the availability of credit, 75% of the commercial real estate executives surveyed said they would not be any less likely to construct “green” buildings. Green buildings are designed to be more efficient in their use of energy, water and other resources and to create better environments for occupants. In total, 754 commercial real estate executives were surveyed for Turner Construction Company’s 2008 Green... 

Milwaukee 49-22-8510 1/4-Inch Hex Right Angle Drill/Driver Attachment

January 13, 2007 Filed Under: Construction

Milwaukee’s Right Angle Attachment allows contractors to drive screws and drill holes in tight, difficult work areas. This attachment is ideal for cordless drills and uses standard 1/4- inch hex accessories. It has a durable all-metal housing and steel gears with ball bearing construction which allows this adapter to handle up to 235 in.-lbs. of torque. The compact design measures only 2 inches wide allowing it to fit in tight spaces where... 

Riverside Furniture 1542 Riverside Classics 48" H Bookcase in Georgetowne Cherry

June 21, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

Riverside Furniture 1542 The handsome Riverside Classics 48″ Bookcase in Georgetowne Cherry will leave little to be desired. Equipped with three adjustable shelves and one fixed bottom shelf, this smaller scale bookcase has plenty of room to store books or display trinkets. In a dark cherry finish, this simple bookcase will blend well in any room. Features: -Constructed of white poplar solids, maple veneers and composition wood elements -Georgetowne... 

EMCOR Group, Inc. Subsidiary Awarded Contract to Install Mechanical Systems at Harvard University

November 18, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

EMCOR Group, Inc. a Fortune 500® leader in mechanical and electrical construction, energy infrastructure and facilities services for a diverse range of businesses, as previously reported during its third quarter conference call on October 23, announced that its EMCOR Services Northeast subsidiary has received a contract to install mechanical systems at Harvard University in Cambridge, MA. EMCOR Services Northeast will be responsible for the replacement... 

Shriver Family Maryland Estate Placed on the Market for First Time

September 15, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

The Family of Ambassador Robert Sargent Shriver and Eunice Kennedy Shriver, founder of the Special Olympics and sister to President John F. Kennedy, announce that their beloved Potomac, Maryland estate at Harrington Drive, shall be made available for sale given the increased time that said couple have been recently enjoying with their Family in Hyannis Port, Los Angeles and Miami. Designed by the esteemed firm of Smith Blackburn Architects, the classical... 

Collaborative Effort Creates More Affordable Housing Options in Macon County

November 19, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

United Hopes, Inc. (UHI) is pleased to announce the opening of Lakeshore Apartments, their latest addition to affordable housing, which will be officially introduced with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, November 19, 2008 in Tuskegee, AL. Lakeshore Apartments, which is located at 205 Lakeview Road, is a 34-unit USDA 515 financed project that was nearing the end of a 20 year hold period, which mandated low cost housing for lower income... 

Coachmen Housing Group Announces New Mortgage Program

August 21, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

All American Homes® and Mod-U-Kraf Homes®, both subsidiaries of the Coachmen Housing Group, today announced the launch of a new initiative to help provide prospective home buyers with more options for the financing of the company’s new homes. All American Choice Mortgage™ will offer most types of home mortgages including construction-to-permanent loans to buyers purchasing new All American or Mod-U-Kraf homes through the company’s network... 

Bush Furniture Weston Set Weston Corner Entertainment Center

October 25, 2007 Filed Under: Construction

Bush Furniture Weston Set The Weston Corner Entertainment Center, capable of holding most 36″ conventional TVs and 42″ flat panel TVs. Its space-saving corner design coupled with six simulated leather storage baskets make the Weston an extremely space-efficient choice for your entertainment needs. It features framed a tempered glass door to protect components from dust and its adjustable shelf allows you to customize the stand to your... 

Pental Granite & Marble Adds Line of Greenguard Certified Marble

December 16, 2009 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction, Home Improvement
Pental Granite & Marble Adds Line of Greenguard Certified Marble

Pental Granite & Marble, the Northwest’s largest importer and distributor of natural stone and tile, has announced the addition of the Danby Marble line from Vermont Quarries Corp. to its collection of products. Vermont Danby white marble are a Greenguard certified product and is the first line to have all marble grades certified under this program. Greenguard certified products must meet stringent indoor air quality standards and are screened... 

Bayview House by Gartner Trovato Architects

August 21, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
Bayview House by Gartner Trovato Architects

Gartner Trovato Architects have recently completed a nice modern house architecture design in Bayview, NSW, Australia. This stunning modern house is designed on 1,200m2 block of land. This house design has great design both interior and exterior with beautiful home feeling and finishing. The house is distributed over 3 floors. The upper floor contains the main living spaces including kitchen, dining and living areas, as well as a bar/cellar, powder...