Located in southern France, Millau Viaduct was designed in close collaboration with structural engineers. The success of its completion illustrates how architect can play an integral role in the design of bridges. In addition, it contradicts the assumption that bridges are belong to the territory of engineer rather than that of architect. Millau Viaduct connects the landline between France and Spain, opening up a direct route for the two countries....
Rain Bird announced today the release of an industry white paper examining the link between the water conservation movement and the green industry. Water Conservation and the Green Industry details the trends, issues and factors driving the important water conservation movement and their impact on the green industry and its affiliates. The third in a series of white papers providing a comprehensive review of the role of efficient irrigation as a...
Stone & Youngberg, a leading financial services firm, and Building & Land Technology, a Connecticut-based developer, today announced that they have completed a $145 million financing for the Harbor Point Project in Stamford, Connecticut, a pioneering smart growth project that has been awarded a LEED-ND Gold Certification by the U.S. Green Building Council. The project is nationally significant and will create thousands of jobs and generate...
The Screwpop™ is a perfect convenience tool that fits right in the palm of your hand. As a screwdriver, it leverages surprisingly impressive torque delivered through a reversible snap-in Flathead and Phillips screw-bit. The compact design even functions as a ¼” nut driver for tightening loose bolts and works as a mini pry-bar for working things apart (using flathead bit). The Screwpop also functions as a bottle opener for enjoy that tasty cold...
As the importance of sustainability increases, and landfills are no longer a long-term option for waste disposal we need to look at reducing the amount of waste we produce. The most eco-friendly solution would be to reuse products for their life span, research shows that not all brushes are kept. Keen to address this issue the team at Harris have developed and launched a new range of decorating products called Down to earth. More than 35 million...
SMT Residential Design welcomes the year 2010, another whole year to look up to in the real estate industry. We hope that the economic uncertainty of the year 2009 will be a thing of the past. There are indications that we are on the road to recovery as stock markets all over the world have incurred robust rebounds. It is but appropriate for us not to increase our prices for our old and new customers, this is how we have weathered the crisis and will...
Perfectly located in one of South Yarra’s finest streets, this unique residence boasts a rare charm and style. Comprising an inviting entrance hall, formal sitting room with open fire place, kitchen/dining room, family room and three large bedrooms, each with private bathrooms. Complete with stunning swimming pool and double security parking in this coveted location, close to the Botanic Gardens, private schools and South Yarra’s cosmopolitan...
Handsome 1930s double storey family residence renovated and extended to a very high standard by Wayne Gillespie situated in this prime residential street close to schools, parkland and shops. Comprising: Formal lounge, separate dining, kitchen/meals, huge family room opening to garden and study. Upstairs: 4 generous bedrooms master with ensuite bathroom and walk in robe, built in robes to remaining bedrooms and main bathroom. Other features include...
With picturesque presence out front & surprising space to the rear, this fully renovated 3 bedroom home is pretty perfect! Step beyond a charming verandah into a stylish space with a large lounge (with fireplace) wrapping around to a generous dining area beside a streamlined stainless-steel appliance kitchen. Then step through dual french doors to family-sized gardens with an undercover al fresco deck for entertaining with, lawns to play on...
With the recent completion of the W Hoboken Hotel & Residences and two additional projects under construction in Manhattan, the W New York-Downtown Hotel & Residences and 400 Fifth Avenue, Gwathmey Siegel & Associates Architects (GSAA) is redefining the standard for designing luxury hotels & residences. A new landmark on the New Jersey waterfront is the W Hoboken Hotel & Residences, a 26-story metal and glass building that...
The Contour Lounge Chair by Murillo
Murillo, the Philippines based manufacturer has been involved in manufacturing furniture and...
Contemporary Office Designs from Triple Five Design
Looking for modern interior inspiration for your office, here we got some preview of the contemporary...
The Gallery House designed by architect Richard Librach
Today’s modern house inspiration is coming from Richard Librach Architect, Toronto-based...
The Riedel Amadeo Decanter from Williams-Sonoma
Williams-Sonoma, the company that serves cookware, cooks stool, cutlery, electrics, bakeware,...
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