The Ross Street House by Richard Wittschiebe Hand Architects

Friday, July 23rd 2010
The Ross Street House by Richard Wittschiebe Hand Architects

Great and elegant architecture design is done by Carol Richard, founding partner of the Atlanta-based architecture firm Richard Wittschiebe Hand, this famous house architect has designed her own home in Madison, Wisconsin. the color palette used in decorating this homeis absolutely lovely. It has a very modern feel but is still warm and inviting. Nicely done. this house is amazing. It’s an incredible mix of approachable and phenomenal design. Primary... 

The Personal Fresh Air Desk by Julio Radesca de Carvalho

Wednesday, July 14th 2010
The Personal Fresh Air Desk by Julio Radesca de Carvalho

People need fresh air in every single condition, anywhere and anytime when they feel bored or in a stressful situation. from that matter the furniture designer Julio Radesca de Carvalho, a recent graduate of the Design Academy Eindhoven, has created a desk that he has named “Personal Fresh Air.” The desk is designed to incorporate a dozen plants, which both help to clean the air in offices, as well as provide a privacy and shelter alternative... 

Carpenter & MacNeille Restores Selkirk Ledge

Friday, June 11th 2010
Carpenter & MacNeille Restores Selkirk Ledge

Selkirk Ledge is a massive Shingle Style country home located on Cape Ann, north of Boston. The home’s setting is picturesque – it overlooks the Atlantic Ocean on one side and on the other side offers views of the Annisquam River and a historic lighthouse. The homeowners, who also have residences in Moscow and Luxembourg, were in search of a gathering place where they could be close to their children who were attending school in the U.S.... 

Aquarium of the Pacific Chooses VAST Composite Landscape Pavers for Walkways at Drought-Tolerant Garden

Thursday, June 10th 2010
Aquarium of the Pacific Chooses VAST Composite Landscape Pavers for Walkways at Drought-Tolerant Garden

VAST Enterprises, LLC, the material science research and manufacturing company that specializes in composite masonry for green building, announced that the Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach, Calif., selected VAST Composite Landscape Pavers for walkways in its new Earth-Friendly Garden. The design of the drought-tolerant, native garden includes four walkways, measuring 205, 178, 166, and 168 square feet. VAST Composite Landscape Pavers in the 4×8-inch... 

LMN Architects-designed Vancouver Convention Centre West

Thursday, February 11th 2010
LMN Architects-designed Vancouver Convention Centre West

As media from around the world descend upon Vancouver, B.C. for the 2010 Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games, they will experience in the Games’ broadcast media center an unparalleled model of sustainability. Designed by Seattle-based LMN Architects, in collaboration with Vancouver-based MCM and DA, the Vancouver Convention Centre West (VCC) has just been awarded LEED® Canada Platinum certification, the first convention centre project in the... 

Roll-Out Concrete Floor Slab Reinforcement Beats Construction Blues

Sunday, December 13th 2009
Roll-Out Concrete Floor Slab Reinforcement Beats Construction Blues

Steel reinforcement specialist Hy-Ten, has achieved sales of 10, 000 tonnes for their innovative Bamtec floor slab reinforcement system this year, roughly equivalent to their record breaking year of 2007. This represents a real increase in market share for Bamtec in a sector that some commentators estimate has shrunk by 40 percent. Hy-Ten is the exclusive licensed manufacturer in the UK and Ireland for the Bamtec system which originated in Germany.... 

The House of Earth and Light by Marwan Al Sayed Architect

Tuesday, July 28th 2009
The House of Earth and Light by Marwan Al Sayed Architect

One of the finest examples of modern desert architecture we have ever offered! City-Az/Desert Living selected this internationally recognized, well published, award winning home as one of the ten best examples of Valley Architecture. Superb design and unmatched structural integrity with detailed use of steel, cast concrete and earthen-concrete “poured-earth” construction. Exceptional features include rare select hardwoods, polished concrete... 

Vancouver Convention Centre West in British Columbia

Saturday, April 4th 2009
Vancouver Convention Centre West in British Columbia

A global model in sustainability, the Vancouver Convention Centre West in British Columbia celebrates its grand opening this week. Designed by Seattle-based LMN Architects in collaboration with Vancouver-based MCM and DA, the project represents a whole new direction in convention center design. It is on track to achieve LEED Canada Gold certification, and substantially raises the bar for “green” convention centers around the world. Located on... 

Runways to Open at Dulles, OHare and Sea-Tac

Thursday, November 20th 2008

Airports Council International–North America (ACI-NA) applauded the opening of three new runways at major hub airports this week, and commended the airports and the Bush Administration for helping to reduce delays and increase aviation efficiency and capacity. Dulles, O’Hare and Seattle-Tacoma International Airports all celebrate new runway openings on November 20. Department of Transportation Secretary Mary Peters and Acting Federal Aviation... 

Paradise Found in the Heart of Arizona

Thursday, November 20th 2008

Tucked away in the elevated desert hills above Phoenix is Paradise Reserve, one of the last luxury gated communities and multi-acre parcels bordering the Phoenix Mountain Preserve. Poised at the “crossroads” of Paradise Valley, Scottsdale, downtown Phoenix and the Biltmore area, Paradise Reserve is a rare gem and outstanding investment opportunity, offering a lifestyle of prestige, exclusivity and environmental stewardship and responsibility....