PlanSwift Launches Development Platform and Software Development Kit

Monday, November 17th 2008

The long-standing norm of doing takeoffs with paper blueprints, along with the costs of shipping and handling of those prints through conventional methods, is quickly being outpaced by digital blueprints and an email delivery system. Because digital takeoff and estimating is becoming the standard throughout the industry, many software vendors are seeking ways to develop their own software or to partner with other software companies to create industry... 

The Interior Design Business Handbook: A Complete Guide to Profitability

Sunday, November 16th 2008

This Fourth Edition covers computer software and database tools that are written exclusively for the interior design field and general financial and project management programs that can streamline internal office processes. In addition to presenting the most recent banking changes, it also features an updated credit section that compares current and past procedures for obtaining and and

Color in Interior Design

Sunday, November 16th 2008

Create dazzling color schemes for any indoor space. You’ll quickly sharpen your color skills–and open the door to a more rewarding and profitable career with John F. Pile’s Color in Interior Design. He takes the mystery out of working with color, showing you step-by-step. how to plan color relationships in an organized and systematic way…prepare way…prepare

Paul F. Aubins Mastering Revit Architecture 2009

Sunday, November 16th 2008

Master the software that industry professionals use to create compelling architecture! Experienced-based practical advice is at the core of this concise reference guide by veteran author Paul F. Aubin, who makes learning Autodesk Revit® Architecture 2009 easier than ever. Designed to shorten the learning curve, this book focuses squarely on the rationale and practicality practicality

Information Architecture for the World Wide Web: Designing Large-Scale Web Sites

Sunday, November 16th 2008

The post-Ajaxian Web 2.0 world of wikis, folksonomies, and mashups makes well-planned information architecture even more essential. How do you present large volumes of information to people who need to find what they’re looking for quickly? This classic primer shows information architects, designers, and web site developers how to build large-scale and maintainable web sites that that

Black & Decker Complete Home Repair (Black & Decker Complete Photo Guide)

Sunday, November 16th 2008

The most up-to-date, complete, and useful guide to home repair a homeowner can have. With more than 350 projects and 2300 photos, virtually every home repair challenge is covered. Deluxe Edition includes a handy hardware chart This new edition of the classic Black & Decker« Complete Photo Guide to Home Repair now includes a durable washable flex cover cover

Hitachi Introduces a New 18V Driver Drill, the First in the Compact Pro Series

Wednesday, November 12th 2008

Hitachi Power Tools announced the DS18DSAL, the first in Hitachi’s Compact Pro Series of cordless tools. This impressive driver drill is powered by a long-lasting 1.5Ah Lithium Ion slide battery to deliver a class-leading 460 in/lbs of torque- the ideal tool for anyone seeking professional power in the most compact, lightweight, and ergonomically designed body on the market. Compact at only 7.7” in length and lightweight at 3.5 lbs, the DS18DSAL... 

Durable Bobcat Heavy-Duty Snow Blades Clear Snow Quickly

Wednesday, November 12th 2008
Durable Bobcat Heavy-Duty Snow Blades Clear Snow Quickly

Bobcat Company introduces a new line of heavy-duty snow blades that provides snow-removal operators with a long-lasting tool that helps increase productivity. Primary features of these attachments include blade oscillation, a trip edge and a box-style mainframe. Bobcat® heavy-duty snow blades are available in 86-, 96- and 108-inch models. These snow blades are approved for use on Bobcat S130 to S330 skid-steer loaders, T140 to T320 compact track... 

KB Home and Martha Stewart Introduce New Active Adult Community in La Quinta, California

Monday, November 10th 2008

Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia and KB Home announced their newest project — an active adult community in La Quinta, California. These new KB homes created with Martha Stewart will represent KB Home’s first community built exclusively for adults 55 and over. “I’m very excited about our newest Martha Stewart community with KB Home created especially for mature adults who lead active lives,” said Martha Stewart. “As in all of our communities,... 

Black & Decker CD9602K 9.6-Volt Ni-Cad 3/8-Inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit

Sunday, November 9th 2008

Great for drilling pilot holes and driving screws in wood, metal and plastic, Black & Decker’s 9.6-volt cordless drill/driver kit is lightweight enough for fixes and upgrades around the house and durable enough for years of use. Equipped with a keyless chuck, bit changes with this 3/8-inch drill are quick and simple. A 6-position clutch adjusts adjusts