EUROTILE, a new generation of professional floor coverings

February 16, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
EUROTILE, a new generation of professional floor coverings

In order to complete its range of interlocking PVC floor tile TRAFICLINE®, the company Groupe TLM creates a new concept of tiles for a better comfort of use and maintenance. Intended for all collective and industrial buildings, the tile EUROTILE® combines flexibility, resistance and aesthetics. A set of worldwide patented innovations The original and technical features of the new tile EUROTILE® lie in the completely invisible connection system,... 

Fidelity National Financial, Inc. Announces the Termination of Definitive Merger Agreement with LandAmerica Financial Group, Inc.

November 22, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

Fidelity National Financial, Inc. announced the termination of its definitive merger agreement with LandAmerica Financial Group, Inc., pursuant to its contractual due diligence termination right. Fidelity National Financial, Inc. is a leading provider of title insurance, specialty insurance, claims management services and information services. FNF is one of the nation’s largest title insurance companies through its title insurance underwriters... 

The Opposite House Hotel in Beijing

October 28, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
The Opposite House Hotel in Beijing

Another great hotel to visit called The Opposite House Hotel is a contemporary modern hotel design located in Beijing’s vibrant Sanlitun district. China. The Opposite House Hotel had been Designed by Kengo Kuma &amp Associates, the hotel’s 99 contemporary guest rooms are among the largest in Beijing with more than half being over 70 sqm. The rooms are strikingly simple with natural wooden floors and subtle touches of Chinese decor, lending... 

Waterford Crystal Lismore Tableware and Décor Collection

November 9, 2008 Filed Under: Home Improvement

Lismore is the definitive, classic pattern associated with Waterford Crystal. Substantial in weight and lavishly cut to catch and reflect light brilliantly, Lismore stemware features a striking diamond and wedge cut pattern that dominates the broad, straight-sided body of each glass. Stems are six-faceted, and bases radiate with sunburst cuts. A table set with Lismore presents presents

Parsons Selected for $98 Million U.S. 95 Project by Idaho Transportation Department

October 22, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

Parsons has been awarded a $98 million construction contract from the Idaho Transportation Department for the U.S. 95 Sandpoint Byway. U.S. 95 is Idaho’s main north-south route, and the new byway will divert through-traffic around Sandpoint. Parsons will construct 2.1 miles of new two-lane and three-lane highway along the east side of Sand Creek, including a full interchange, a 3/4 interchange, three steel girder bridges, a steel arch girder bridge,... 

Viking New Flush-Style Residential Sprinkler

September 1, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
Viking New Flush-Style Residential Sprinkler

Viking Corporation, a worldwide leader in fire protection and life safety systems, is pleased to introduce a new 4.9 (71) K factor, “flush-style” sprinkler to its leading Freedom® residential line. With its low flow and pressure requirements, the new model VK476 pendent sprinkler is both a hydraulically-efficient and aesthetically-pleasing solution for protecting all types of residential applications, including ceilings with beams. The... 

Mona Vale Residence by Choi Ropiha Architects

November 30, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction, Real Estate
Mona Vale Residence by Choi Ropiha Architects

Mona Vale Residence is one of the best contemporary modern living residence design of Choi Ropiha Architects. This architect designed this Mona Vale Residence located in Sydney, Australia. The challenge for the architect by the client is to design a house that would demonstrate and test a number of active and passive sustainable initiatives whilst accommodating a contemporary coastal lifestyle. Ant the result is a modern contemporary house design... 

Genesis Worldwide Inc. Introduces the Genesis Solution to Sochi, Russia Venue for the 2014 Winter Olympics

September 19, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

Genesis Worldwide Inc., an international provider of “green” structural building technology using light gauge steel aimed at the residential, commercial and institutional building markets, is pleased to announce that, as stated in the Company’s press release dated August 6, 2008, it has entered into a license and services agreement with Metallist Ltd. of Krasnodar, Russia, a newly established subsidiary of Newforma Corp., a construction... 

Cobra CPI 450 DC-to-AC Power Inverter

January 31, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

The Cobra power inverter is an electronic product that has been designed and built to take low voltage DC (Direct Current) power from your automobile or other low voltage power supplies and convert it to standard 115 Volt AC (Alternating Current) power like the current you have in your home. This conversion process thereby allows you to use many of your household appliances and electronic products in automobiles, RVs, boats, tractors, trucks and... 

Jakob Durable Trellis Systems

June 24, 2009 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction, Home Improvement
Jakob Durable Trellis Systems

In addition to the general benefits of nature’s greenery, plants can help keep buildings and people cool, provide solar and glare control, and create visual interest. Swiss manufacturer Jakob—in business for over 100 years—produces attractive, yet rugged, stainless-steel cables and hardware that can be used to create durable trellis systems for seasonal or permanent vegetation that can screen and shade facades, roof areas, patios, or other outdoor...