Architectural Record Showcases Socially Conscious Design

In its October issue, Architectural Record turns its pages toward humanitarian design efforts led by architects, design firms, teachers and students. With stunning photography and thoughtful texts, Architectural Record’s editors and journalists show how socially conscious design projects around the world are making a difference by combating homelessness and hunger with practical ingenuity. “Architecture consists of more than three-dimensional... 

Serious Materials Introduces ThermaRock(TM) Energy-Saving Drywall

Serious Materials announced its new line of ThermaRock energy-saving drywall. ThermaRock XI (eXtreme Insulation), reduces energy costs up to 30%, with potential savings of $1,700 per panel over the life of the product. ThermaRock XI provides an insulation R-value of up to R4.1, compared to an R value of 0.5 for typical gypsum drywall. This dramatically higher R-value substantially reduces heat transfer through un-insulated or insulated exterior walls,... 

RCRS Announces Positive Trend in Closings of Downtown Miami Buildings

The latest figures from Related Cervera Realty Services (RCRS) show that its projects in Downtown Miami (50 Biscayne, Loft 2, The Plaza on Brickell and 500 Brickell) have been steadily and consistently closing since the beginning of the year. Seventy-three percent of 50 Biscayne’s 528 units have closed for a total of 388 units. Loft 2 has closed on 448 of its 496 units (90.3% of units closed). The Plaza on Brickell has completed the closing... 

Planar Landscape Phenomena by Griffin Enright Architects

The ubiquitous lawn was the subject of this heuristic exercise on our cultural relationship to that thin plane of suburban carpet. The installation included the suspension of over 1,000 square feet of grass sod in an exhibition space exploring its tectonic nature by emphasizing its tissue-like thinness, flexibility and texture, while commenting on its negative impacts on our larger environment. The decision to work with sod examined the relationship... 

Grand Opening for First Phase of Whistler Crossing in Riverdale

Whistler Crossing, an innovative 132 unit residential development located in Riverdale, Illinois, will be celebrating its grand opening on Thursday, August 21st at 10 AM at 13711 S. Lowe Avenue. Holsten Real Estate Development Corporation, Turnstone Development and the Village of Riverdale are hosting the celebratory event. This exciting new rental development is the cornerstone of a five-year revitalization effort to replace the dilapidated and crime... 

Genesis Worldwide Poised to Fulfill Saudi Rising Housing Demand

Genesis Worldwide Inc., a leading provider of “green” structural building technology using light gauge steel aimed at the residential, commercial and institutional building markets, is pleased to announce that, as stated in the Company’s press release dated August 6, 2008, it has entered into a license and services agreement (the “Agreement”) with Sawabeh International Group (“Sawabeh”) of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia,...