Shaw Makes History with Major Milestone at World’s Largest Surge Barrier in New Orleans

October 25, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
Shaw Makes History with Major Milestone at World's Largest Surge Barrier in New Orleans

Just 10 months since breaking ground on the Inner Harbor Navigation Canal (IHNC) Surge Barrier project, The Shaw Group Inc. (NYSE: SHAW) has completed a major phase of construction on Lake Borgne near New Orleans, driving the final 66-inch diameter, 144-foot-long vertical pile on the foundation of the world’s largest storm surge barrier on Oct. 21, 2009. The two-mile floodwall, designed as part of a system to provide 100-year-level storm protection... 

The Copenhagen Chair by Alvaro Uribe

December 21, 2010 Filed Under: Home Improvement
The Copenhagen Chair by Alvaro Uribe

The Copenhagen Chair is brand new seating collection of New York based industrial designer Alvaro Uribe, This designer in designing this Copenhagen Chair playing on harmonious curves and dynamic gesture resulting the new design that eye catching and beautiful. made of Beach Veneer and Oak wood, this chair unites all sections of the chair in two that work together to give strength and stability. Well done job for the designer. two thumbs up via

Aeron Chair Basic by Herman Miller – Titanium Frame Size C (Large)

May 4, 2008 Filed Under: Home Improvement

Exceeding all expectations and standards of its predecessors, the Aeron Chair, with its 12-year warranty, has become the new benchmark in the arena of ergonomic office, seating. We are an Authorized Herman Miller Retailer.View product details at Amazon

Creators of World’s Largest Pool Arrive in U.S. with their Crystal Lagoons Technology

October 20, 2008 Filed Under: Construction, Real Estate

The innovative Crystal Lagoons technology, created by Chilean businessman Fernando Fischmann, will be presented October 28 in Miami, Florida, at the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Fall Meeting during the Recreation Council, in an exposition given by the entrepreneur himself at 2:00 pm at the Miami Beach Convention Center. This avant-garde technique will revolutionize residential real estate tourism since it is an ecological, economical and versatile solution... 

Select Blinds Now Offers Matching Horizontal and Vertical Faux Wood Blinds

December 7, 2009 Filed Under: Architecture, Home Improvement
Select Blinds Now Offers Matching Horizontal and Vertical Faux Wood Blinds

Faux wood blinds are an excellent alternative to real wood blinds for several reasons. Resistance to warping in extreme climates is one of those reasons. As the harshest winter months approach, Select Blinds announces an offering of custom Faux Wood Blinds that provide coordination of the same colors and finishes in multiple sizes. The four white colors, consisting of two in a smooth finish, and two in an embossed finish, can be matched with the 3... 

The Garfield Residence by fer Studio

October 19, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction, Real Estate
The Garfield Residence by fer Studio

The Garfield Residence is a contemporary remodel of a 1980?s house in the La Cañada area of Los Angeles, California that was designed by (fer) Studio. The Scope of the project is remodeling the existing building into a great and modern residence. Existing Residence Area is 2,700 ft² Completed Remodel/Expansion Area is 3,500 ft² The approach was to open up as much of the existing house as possible both internally to adjacent rooms as well as to... 

Xinyuan Real Estate Co., Ltd. Announces Financial Results for the Third Quarter and First Nine Months of 2008

November 25, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

Xinyuan Real Estate Co., Ltd. a fast-growing residential real estate developer with a focus on strategically selected Tier II cities in China, today announced its unaudited financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2008. — Total revenues for the third quarter of 2008 decreased 5.4% to US$83.0 million from US$87.7 million for the second quarter of 2008. — Total revenues for the nine months... 

The Yum Yum Tree launches in New Delhi, India

August 2, 2008 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction, Home Improvement
The Yum Yum Tree launches in New Delhi, India

In the Hospitality space, Tusaj has recently launched its flagship restaurant, “The Yum Yum Tree” in the Friends Colony Community Centre. Spread over a whopping 10,000 sq feet on a single floor and with a seating capacity of 175 persons, the restaurant is sectioned into a Dining Room, a Bar and an Oriental Grill. TYYT has been conceptualised by our Managing Director, ex. Management Consultant and Investment Banker, Mr. Varun Tuli, an avid food... 

CNA Reinforces Its Commercial Real Estate Appetite with New Coverage and Service Enhancements

December 3, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

Last Spring, CNA announced commercial real estate and property owners as a part of its targeted Middle Market focus class initiative. Today, the global insurer reinforces commercial real estate as a core industry appetite with the announcement of new coverage and service enhancements, further positioning CNA as a premier carrier for these businesses. “We’ve seen strong new business growth with this business since we launched it earlier this... 

TwentyTwo Armchair by Jaime Hayon

December 9, 2010 Filed Under: Home Improvement
TwentyTwo Armchair by Jaime Hayon

Seating collection to complete your home interior furniture is coming from Spanish designer Jaime Hayon. This furniture designer has created and design the TwentyTwo armchair for Ceccotti Collezioni. The designer offers you with great chair furniture that has been made of twenty two pieces of solid maple wood stained a dark brown, with an upholstered seat and back-rest covered in fabric. Such a great Beautiful woodwork. via