Gold Horse International, Inc. Updates Status of Key Real Estate Development Projects for 2009

September 4, 2008 Filed Under: Construction, Real Estate

Gold Horse International, Inc.,, a multifaceted business group that controls and operates a construction company, real estate development business and a hotel in Inner Mongolia, China, today provided updates on two key real estate development projects in Inner Mongolia that are scheduled for completion in 2009. The construction cost of both projects combined is expected to be RMB 158 million ($23.2 million). The Company’s Inner Mongolia affiliate,... 

Hilton Hotel Owners Spend More Than $131 Million Upgrading 11 Hotels in Central U.S.

January 31, 2009 Filed Under: Construction, Real Estate
Hilton Hotel Owners Spend More Than $131 Million Upgrading 11 Hotels in Central U.S.

Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels Corporation’s global brand of upscale, full-service hotels, today announced that eleven of its Hilton brand hotels in the central United States are in the process of completing renovations, which combined are valued at more than $131 million. These projects are part of an ongoing initiative by the Hilton brand to upgrade its facilities and guest accommodations in order to exceed guest expectations for... 

Universal Trash Bin Slideout

December 2, 2008 Filed Under: Home Improvement

Adjusts to fit any trash bin. Provides out-of-sight storage. Container removes easily. Install easily with four wood screws(provided). Durable roller slides glide easily. Width 10″/Length 18″/Height 6 1/2″. Buy

GCS Modular Radiant Flooring Panels

July 19, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

GCS Modular Radiant Flooring Panels are 1.25-inch-thick, screw-down planks made with a lightweight concrete cast into postconsumer-recycled, high-impact polystyrene trays. PEX hydronic tubing fits into integral channels on the underside. One-third of the cement content is replaced with ground windshield glass and flyash.

State and Local Architect Groups Support California Fire Survivors With Important Rebuilding Resources and Warn Against Fraud and Re-Entering Homes Prematurely

November 19, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

The American Institute of Architects, California Council (AIACC) and local chapters, AIA Santa Barbara, AIA Los Angeles, AIA Inland, and AIA Orange County are again actively working with city and county building officials to simplify and facilitate the process of rebuilding the communities devastated by the wildfires. John Grounds, AIA, president of The AIACC, states, “As we’ve learned from post-fire recovery in the past, this is not the time... 

Dremel 400-6/90 Variable Speed XPR Rotary Tool Kit With 90 Accessories

July 15, 2007 Filed Under: Construction

The Dremel rotary tool idea was great to begin with, but now, they’ve revved up the basic rotary tool and added some exclusive attachments that make the XPR series one of the coolest tools we get to try. This one’s got all the bells and whistles of previous models and tackles the same tasks: you can carve, grind, polish, trim, sand, cut a wide range of material, shape, sharpen, clean, remove grout, smooth, drill, rout, sculpt, engrave, strip... 

Alpen Glow and Howelsen Place Announce Creation of In-House Sales and Marketing Team

October 23, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

James A. Cook, founding owner/broker at Colorado Group Realty, announced today that given his increased involvement with multiple development projects in the Steamboat Springs market he will pass the baton as the lead real estate broker for the sale of the remaining residential units at Alpen Glow and Howelsen Place. Commencing November 1, 2008, sales and marketing for Alpen Glow and Howelsen Place will be managed by Ski Town Lifestyle Properties... 

Nehemiah Applauds FDIC Chair Sheila Bair for Calling Attention to Foreclosure Fallout

November 20, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

The following statement was issued by Scott Syphax, president and CEO of the Nehemiah Corporation of America, in response to Congressional Testimony from Sheila Bair, Chair of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC) this week. Ms. Bair stressed the overwhelming strain foreclosures are putting on families and communities across the country. “As families and communities struggle under the overwhelming weight of foreclosures, it is imperative... 

Bathroom detail, Newport Modern House Project by Abacus GC in Bend, Oregon

June 11, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

Bathroom detail, Newport Modern House Project by Abacus GC in Bend, Oregon Grohe plumbing fixtures, cork floors, Caroma Dual-Flush toilets and Paperstone counters are among the Lux Eco-Modern features of the master bathroom. Originally uploaded by Ad HOC : Words + Ideas

CYC Construction and Remcon Move Into New Headquarters

November 22, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

CYC Construction and Remcon, Inc. will open for business December 1 in their new corporate headquarters at 10003 South 152nd Street, according to Operations and Business Development Director Shelly Jochim. The companies’ 250 employees will move into the two-story, 25,000-square-foot facility during the Thanksgiving holidays, Ms. Jochim said. The companies will continue operations throughout the transition, she added. “The new office will... 

Prestigious House Refurbishment in Kensington, London

December 6, 2008 Filed Under: Architecture
Prestigious House Refurbishment in Kensington, London

Again with Holloway White Allom as Main Contractor Wood Newton Limited completed the supply and installation of 90 sliding sash windows and French doors to the redevelopment of an existing listed property. Window to the front of the property were constructed to match the existing windows, whereas windows to the rear were double glazed using the principles of our tested sliding sash system whilst keeping the 18mm astragals as the existing facade. Some... 

DuctSox® 4×2 Suspension System(TM) Gives Large Fabric Duct an Inflated Appearance

July 22, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

Air dispersion products manufacturer, DuctSox®, Dubuque, Iowa, has introduced the 4×2 Suspension System(TM), the HVAC industry’s only hanger system for larger fabric ductwork diameters in open architecture ceilings that simulates an aesthetic inflated appearance even when heating/cooling air handlers are idle.

Solar Tracking Skylights

July 30, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

Solar Tracking Skylights are self-contained, photovoltaic-powered active daylighting systems for low-slope roofs. A dome-protected array of mirrors tracks the sun across the sky to boost daylighting intensity and duration, especially during early-morning and late-afternoon hours when the sun is low.

Cosetino’s Silestone platinum

December 10, 2008 Filed Under: Construction, Home Improvement
Cosetino’s Silestone platinum

Throughout their production, zero emissions are released and all water used is recycled. Silestone is the first quartz surfacing material with patented Microban antibacterial protection to help fight the growth of micro-organisms and bacteria on surfaces such as E.coli, salmonella, listeria and the MRSA superbug. This collection brings together the latest technology, materials and design influences.

1940 Historic Modern Home

July 28, 2009 Filed Under: Architecture, Real Estate
1940 Historic Modern Home

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...