Monte-Silo House by Gigaplex Architects

Monday, February 7th 2011
Monte-Silo House by Gigaplex Architects

The architect and designer Gigaplex Architects has designed Monte-Silo House. a homey and cozy shelter to live as a residence that accommodating for a single man and weekend guests, including grandchildren, located next to Provo River. Two linked corrugated metal grain silos arranged to allow the largest (27’ diameter) to have the most proximate visual and aural access to the Provo River, and the southern exposure to ensure passive solar heat gain... 

The Skyline Residence by Belzberg Architects

Friday, December 31st 2010
The Skyline Residence by Belzberg Architects

Modern house living residence design had been done designed by Belzberg Architects. This architectural studio design have designed the Skyline Residence, which is perched atop a ridgeline in the Hollywood Hills of Los Angeles, California. The design is just beautiful with unique idea designing separated guests room that is located across the house. Awesome and chic design also applied to the interior, the glazing and the bedrooms is connected by a... 

Tempe Urban Living by Baldinger Architectural Studio

Tuesday, June 15th 2010
Tempe Urban Living by Baldinger Architectural Studio

Modern architecture design is designed by Baldinger Architectural Studio. This beautiful design is called Tempe Urban Living, a fifteen unit residential project, located in the university town of Tempe, Arizona. Tempe Urban Living is a fifteen unit urban infill project located in the university town of Tempe Arizona. The dwellings are designed as modern Tri-level units. The three levels are connected by an open stairwell that acts a light shaft, drawing... 

Solar Innovations, Inc. Completes Several Sports Venue Folding Glass Wall Projects Across the Country

Wednesday, February 17th 2010
Solar Innovations, Inc. Completes Several Sports Venue Folding Glass Wall Projects Across the Country

Solar Innovations, Inc., a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial folding glass walls; greenhouses; conservatories; sunrooms; tilting, sliding, and stacking glass doors, walls, windows, and screens; completes several sports venue folding glass wall projects across the country. Solar Innovations® folding glass wall systems are commonly incorporated into retail, restaurant, and hospitality projects, creating flexible commercial space. The... 

China’s Suzhou Courtyard Garden Inspired Private Residence

Tuesday, December 29th 2009
China's Suzhou Courtyard Garden Inspired Private Residence

Inspired by the Suzhou courtyard gardens of China, the design of the garden preceded the design of the house. The design philosophy was for the building to relate to the landscape. Located in the middle of a residential block, the building and landscape integrate to create a serene, intimate world within a dense community context. Following the tradition of Chinese architecture, the exterior space was the primary conceptual element from which the... 

Blinds Chalet Introduces Greenguard Certified SilverScreen & AlumaScreen Roller Shades

Sunday, December 13th 2009
Blinds Chalet Introduces Greenguard Certified SilverScreen & AlumaScreen Roller Shades

SilverScreen Roller Shades offer the classic lines of a roller shade with improved temperature and draft control, providing thermal comfort in both summer and winter. Roller shades give UV protection and almost disappear when rolled up. SilverScreen Roller Shades offer increased solar energy using a revolutionary technique that coats the exterior side with aluminum. AlumaScreen 5% Solar Screen Roller Shades diffuse UV rays, control light and reduce... 

A “Million Dollar” Christmas Piano

Thursday, December 10th 2009
A "Million Dollar" Christmas Piano

If you’re looking for a spectacular Christmas present for your special someone, consider the $1.2 million Kuhn-Bösendorfer piano, the world’s most expensive new piano. The 7’4” Kuhn-Bösendorfer piano, with its matching bench, is inset with around 100-thousand hand-cut lead crystal Kuhn Jewels arranged in an array of diamond patterns on the case, lid, legs and fallboard (key cover). The optical quality crystal reflects light like a living... 

DuPont and Applied Materials Collaborate to Boost Solar Cell Efficiency

Saturday, September 26th 2009
DuPont and Applied Materials Collaborate to Boost Solar Cell Efficiency

DuPont and Applied Materials, Inc. announced a collaboration to advance multiple printing technology that is expected to increase the absolute efficiency of crystalline silicon (c-Si) photovoltaic (PV) solar cells. By increasing the efficiency and yield of solar cells and modules, PV power can become more cost effective versus other forms of energy. The collaboration reflects DuPont’s recently announced commitment to focus on meeting four emerging... 

Jakob Durable Trellis Systems

Wednesday, June 24th 2009
Jakob Durable Trellis Systems

In addition to the general benefits of nature’s greenery, plants can help keep buildings and people cool, provide solar and glare control, and create visual interest. Swiss manufacturer Jakob—in business for over 100 years—produces attractive, yet rugged, stainless-steel cables and hardware that can be used to create durable trellis systems for seasonal or permanent vegetation that can screen and shade facades, roof areas, patios, or other outdoor... 

Rainwater H2OG Tanks

Saturday, June 20th 2009
Rainwater H2OG Tanks

The Rainwater H2OG is a modular rainwater storage tank designed for use in tight spaces such as under decks, against houses, or even within walls. Two versions are available: a potable water tank made from virgin food-grade polyethylene, and a non-food-grade tank made with 15 percent recycled content. Each module holds 50 gallons of water that can be used for gardening, irrigation, toilets, laundry, or (with the food-grade tank and after proper filtration)...