
Church of the Reformed Modernist? For those who worship design and architecture, could there be anything better than this historic church renovation? Cathedral-like ceilings (really!) 3 bedrooms plus den, and loft, palatial living-room and dining area, pro-gourmet kitchen, 2 car garage and a wealth of details, all in a superb historic neighborhood location. Completely transformed, it is now a virtual compound of modern design: honed and polished vintage...

A wonderful modern home nestled against the Phoenix Mountain Preserve. Architects Richärd+Bauer have created a perfect expression of contemporary architecture that brings out the best of desert living while maintaining a sense of fun. The acre + lot has great views, and a prized PV area location offering an easy drive to Downtown. Modernist details include dramatic ceiling planes, polished concrete floors, sandblasted concrete block, aluminum, galvanized...

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...
The first of its kind – floor scrubber, burnisher and vacuum recovery unit powered with an EPA and CARB approved engine – is now available in one machine by Eagle Solutions. The EcoScrub-n-Buff will make a great addition to the janitor’s arsenal of floor maintenance equipment. It can be used on many floor surfaces including tile, VCT, polished or unpolished concrete, marble and terrazzo. The “hybrid” EcoScrub-n-Buff utilizes...
One of the biggest challenges faced by homeowners updating their backyards is determining proper size and placement of a new patio. The Concrete Network has put together a short list of tips covering these challenges. From patio size and dimensions to placement and layout, these tips cover topics such as functionality, shade considerations, types of patios and more. When considering building a patio, it’s important to choose between one large...
Energy efficiency and creature comforts: this is the Lux Eco-Modern concept To minimize energy consumption, the Newport Modern House Project homes are constructed with slab-on-grade foundations. The polished stone-like concrete flooring provides radiant heating with an ultra-efficient on-demanding boiler that doubles as the home’s domestic hot water supply. Originally uploaded by Ad HOC : Words + Ideas
Core House – Affordable, Green, Modern Homes This home was designed for a builder turned developer. The idea was to build a new development of “Affordable, Green, Modern Homes.” Stylistically the developer was looking for “Usonian meets Dwell Home.” The homes were to be single story, slab-on-grade designs for ease of construction. For energy efficiency and quick construction the design was to be built with SIP panelized...