Home Remodeling using FAUX PANELS™

Wednesday, July 29th 2009
Home Remodeling using FAUX PANELS™

FAUX PANELS™, is ensuring that consumers can remodel homes even with the bad economy by providing faux panels. These fake stone panels are reasonably priced to offer a home remodel that is economical while still giving a realistic stone finish to the home. Spending money on a real stone finish for the outside or inside of a home is expensive these days. Not only do consumers have to purchase the stone needed to have the work done, but they will... 

Charming Coronado Historic District Area

Tuesday, July 28th 2009
Charming Coronado Historic District Area

This remodeled 1930′s red brick bungalow in Historic Coronado area is a nice example of the diverse historic homes found within this location. Hardwood floors throughout the living room, bathroom finished with travertine stone, many original architectural features including built in ironing board, built in book case and coved ceilings. This really is a fortunate find: Great condition with enclosed porch – a classic vintage charmer and a prime... 

Casa De Luz by Charles Schreiber

Tuesday, July 28th 2009
Casa De Luz by Charles Schreiber

Welcome to Casa De Luz, The House of Light. Originally designed in 1962 by Charles Schreiber. Casa De Luz was defined and recently rejuvenated by nationally acclaimed award winning designer Jeffrey Rausch. Defined as The House of Light for its walls of windows, interior glass doors, and upper perimeter clerestory windows. The East floor to ceiling windows capture incredible views of Camelback, minimalist xeriscape, and the lush desert landscape from... 

Historic 1900 Los Olivos Bungalow

Tuesday, July 28th 2009
Historic 1900 Los Olivos Bungalow

Located on one of the most beautiful streets in Phoenix, this home is a good example of what can be found in the Los Olivos Tract, a historic addition that comprises the second half of the venerable “WILLO” moniker. In this area you’ll find one of the largest historic neighborhoods showcasing Tudor, Spanish Revival, Bungalow, Craftsman and Ranch styles built between the 1920s and 1930s. The Monte Vista Neighborhood (Los Olivos Historic... 

Desert Modern House by Blaine Drake Architect

Tuesday, July 28th 2009
Desert Modern House by Blaine Drake Architect

Designed by Drake in 1955 and remodeled by Al Beadle in 1966, this one-of-kind property was completely updated and restored in 2005, returning it to the Desert Modern ethic it deserved. The current remodel captures original architecture but updates all systems, including renovation of the signature round pool this home is known for. R Combining an amazingly private desert lot with a perfect central PV location, this is a loving restoration of a classic... 

Forget the Remodel: Transform Your Home with Light

Thursday, March 26th 2009
Forget the Remodel: Transform Your Home with Light

The deterioration of the housing market has trickled down to affect remodeling activity. The Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity (LIRA) projects that homeowner improvement spending will be declining at an annual rate of 12.1 percent by the third quarter of 2009. Clearly, plummeting consumer confidence has caused reluctance among homeowners to start a major remodeling project. Today, people are looking for ways to get a big change in the look... 

Advanced 10-in-1 Hyde Multi-Tool Meets Tough Pro Demands

Sunday, January 11th 2009
Advanced 10-in-1 Hyde Multi-Tool Meets Tough Pro Demands

After extensive interviews with pros, and testing to meet rugged construction site requirements, Hyde Tools’ design engineers announced a breakthrough in “the one tool most needed for nearly every trade.” “Pros told us they can’t carry a lot of heavy tools in their tool belt and they need a tool that can work for hundreds of jobs, ” said Hyde’s Director of Product Development Corey Talbot. “Our research... 

Wm Ohs Luxury Bathroom Cabinetry Continues to Gain Popularity in Upscale Market

Wednesday, December 3rd 2008

Wm Ohs, Inc., renown for its unique, handcrafted wood luxury kitchen cabinetry, continues to attract attention from consumers seeking to enhance or remodel their bathrooms with elegant cabinetry. In today’s market, customers who are building a new residence or planning a renovation project often desire matching or similar cabinetry in the same wood, color, and style throughout their entire home. Other homeowners frequently decide to add a very personal... 

Emecole Offers Contractors New Basement Waterproofing System and Partially Finished Basement Opportunity

Wednesday, December 3rd 2008

Emecole, Inc. of Romeoville, IL has just developed a basement prefinishing model that offers contractors a new business opportunity. Using this model a contractor can perform basement waterproofing and completely prepare the basement for finishing at a later date. With the housing market in a slump, more and more homeowners are investing in their existing homes. Emecole says one of the best, long-term investments for a house is basement waterproofing... 

Wight & Company Wins Seven Awards for Design, Engineering and Construction of Public Projects

Monday, November 24th 2008

Wight & Company, a leader in integrated architecture, engineering and construction solutions for the built environment, has won six awards for its public projects. These included Best Overall Project from Design Build Institute of America (DBIA); two “Project of the Year” awards from Midwest Construction magazine; and Excellence and Merit Awards from the American Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois (ACEC – Illinois). “It’s gratifying...