Redwood Carwash – Googie Architecture

Redwood Carwash – Googie Architecture Redwood Carwash on El Camino Real in Redwood City – its upswept towers an example of googie architecture that was popularized during the 50’s & 60’s. Originally uploaded by western light

Sara Paloma Pottery

This is a brand new collection of handmade pottery of the designer Sara Paloma. Sara made this beautiful pottery in her live/work studio in Emeryville, California. via

Makita 6952 2.3 Amp Impact Driver

Ideal for deck builders, HVAC installers, plumbers, and electricians, the Makita Hex Drive Impact Driver Features an ergonomically designed handle for comfortable operation. With a maximum torque of 88.5 foot-pounds (1,062 in.lbs.), this tool packs enough power for heavy-duty use. A variable speed trigger (0 – 3,200 RPM) lets you match the tool speed to a wide variety of driving applications. A 2.8 AMP motor means high performance at up to... 

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library Board Announces Plans to Move and Elevate Building

The Board of Directors of the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library announced today that it is pursuing a plan to move and then elevate its flood-damaged museum building. The museum building will become part of a new and expanded facility. The 15-year-old structure is an architectural icon in Cedar Rapids and the museum’s red roof rising above the 2008 floodwaters depicted the Cedar Rapids disaster around the world. In an effort to... 

The Coupole Suspension Lamp from ALT Lucialternative

The Coupole Suspension Lamp is the new creating design lighting furniture of the Designers Adel Kassem and Lisa Tavazzani, this collaboration of lovely designers resulting this great and marvelous lamp that has been designed for the Italian lighting manufacturer ALT Lucialternative. via

Aloft Tallahassee Downtown Hotel Earns National Recognition for Excellence in Development

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has selected Aloft Tallahassee Downtown as the 2009 New Build of the Year Award winner at the recent Starwood North America Owners Conference held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The 162-room property was developed by McKibbon Hotel Group, Inc., of Gainesville, Georgia, and is owned and managed by McKibbon Hotel Management, Inc. of Tampa, Florida. Aloft Tallahassee Downtown opened in August 2009 at 200... 

Modern Granite Sculptures in Vancouver, Canada

Here are the two Modern Granite Sculptures located in Vancouver, Canada, These two outstanding sculpture art are called This is the Realm of Passion and Curvilinearity sculptures. Both of them are designed by the Vietnamese-Canadian Sculptor Khang Pham-New. Realm of Passion is one of 22 pieces from international artists on loan for the Biennale. Curvilinearity sculptures dimension is h: 93.3 x w: 56.6 x d: 51 in / h: 237 x w: 143.8 x d: 129.5 cm.... 

Locking Leg Prevents Vandalism and Theft

Stone Construction Equipment, Inc. introduces the exclusive Locking Leg for its Right Built Champion(TM) and Buddy(TM) by Stone Mortar Mixers. The patent-pending Locking Leg easily attaches to the mixer’s axle in place of the tire and helps to deter vandalism and theft. The Leg is ideal for rental houses that want to assure the return of their inventory of Stone mixers. It also protects the contractor’s investment in the equipment. Two... 

Green Building Services Advances Training at Greenbuild

ive industry leaders from Green Building Services Inc. (GBS) will help inform and inspire attendees at the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) Greenbuild international conference in Boston. One of the nation’s most comprehensive sustainable development consulting firms, GBS will provide LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) trainings, engage in forums, and sponsor the LEED for Retail social event. “It’s an honor to be so actively... 

Learning from Nature by 3XN Architects

The Danish architects 3XN have unveiled their ‘Learning from Nature’ pavilion at the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art in the town of Humlebæk, Denmark. The aim of the designer was to create a pavilion that is built of bio composites with integrated intelligence that creates a dynamic interaction with its physical surroundings and its users. ’Learning from Nature’ is unveiled today and can be seen at the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, Denmark....