A triumph of modern architecture in an Alpine setting
Schooren des Alpes is a 21st-century take on the Tyrolean ski lodge – a bold departure from the traditional ski chalets. Nestled into the pristine Tyrolean paradise Kappl, 4 kilometres from Ischgl, Schooren des Alpes is uncompromisingly modern, but its architecture complements the magnificent scenery spectacularly. Only 12 sleek and ultra-modern mountain homes are available for sale – this is limited edition Alpine living at its best. The serene...
1965 Block Ranch Home with Modern Retreat
Hayes McNeil and Christoph Kaiser of Plus Minus Studios transformed this unassuming 1965 block ranch home into a modern oasis. Taking advantage of location and views of Squaw Peak, all details were thoughtfully executed. Smoothed walls, all new aluminum dual pane windows/doors, lighting, honed concrete floors, Hand Made butcher block style wood and steel (made reclaimed wood) kitchen island, Bosch appliances, Ann Saks tile, Toto, tankless hot water...
Luxury Contemporary Home by Architect Richard Doria
Stunningly beautiful luxury contemporary home by Award-Winning Architect Richard Doria. No expense was spared in creating a home that will delight you on every level: from the sophisticated Wood and porcelain flooring, luxurious carpeting, handcrafted mesquite millwork and cast concrete tiles and counters, to the inspiring interiors designed with soaring ceilings, copious natural light and superb indoor outdoor relationships, this is one house to...
Colonia Miramonte Modern Desert Design Private Residence
This home was designed and crafted by Jack DeBartolo Jr. (DeBartolo Architects) as a case study of Modern Desert Design. Offering a Paradise Valley setting that surrounds you with superb views of both Camelback and Mummy Mountains, Colonia Miramonte nestles against the World-Famous Camelback Inn providing you with a quiet, elegant and protected location. Completely rebuilt, this Modernist home comes with attention to every detail and a quality of...
The Melbourne Convention Centre earn a ‘6-Star, Green-Star’
In the highly competitive Business Events market, hundreds of cities around the world are vying to attract global attention and a larger slice of the meetings market. Melbourne, one of the World’s Most Livable Cities – according to The Economist – has found a way to not only be noticed, but to set a global benchmark. Responding to the international call for sustainability, the Australian city has opened the ‘greenest’ convention center in...
Arcadia Ranch in Old Town Scottsdale
idden quietly within the East Arcadia district, this little gem is a superb affordable turn key residence. Almost everything is new! This home boasts new landscape, 2 car garage, concrete floors, new pool, new bath rooms, and is move in ready. Enjoy the 3 sets of sliding glass doors which open to the back yard suggesting indoor/outdoor living at its best or maybe a great evening of entertaining. Once outside the new pool is a perfect place to enjoy...
Hummingbird by Will Bruder Architects
Originally known as the Townsend Residence, this stunning and sensitive design by Will Bruder is easily recognized as one of his finest. Included in numerous publications, this significant home certainly is one of the most expressive celebrations of architecture in the region. A delightful play of light and form, the materials include a palette of colored resins, glass, steel, concrete, Aluminum and woods. The gentle hillside site in Paradise Valley...
SHW Group Will Design the Science and Technology Incubator at Kettering University in Flint, Mich.
The SHW Group’s Detroit studio will design the new Science and Technology Incubator at Kettering University in Flint, Mich. It will be the first building to be constructed at the Kettering University Technology Park and possibly the first LEED certified building in Flint. It will be located on Bluff Street, near the Flint River. “The mission of Kettering’s new Science and Technology Incubator is to provide resources and opportunities...
Many Save on Utility Bills Indoors, but Not with Their Yard, Lawn, or Garden
While most (96 percent) of U.S. adults have personally adopted sustainable or energy efficient practices at home, comparatively fewer (58 percent) use energy or water saving techniques in their yard, lawn, or garden, according to a new national survey about sustainability. Conducted online by Harris Interactive® on behalf of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), the results were presented at the ASLA Annual Meeting and EXPO in Philadelphia. Of...
Urban Restaurant and Retail Marketplace Plans to Open in Summer 2009
U.S. Equities Realty, a leading full-service commercial real estate firm, announced today that it is beginning construction on MetraMarket. Connected to the Ogilvie Transportation Center in the West Loop, MetraMarket is a 100,000-square-foot restaurant and retail development that will enliven the area through its eclectic mix of dining and shopping options. Several of MetraMarket’s tenants are scheduled to open in summer 2009. MetraMarket will...
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