Solatube Daylighting System, Meeting the Green Roof Challenge

It’s not surprising that designers are starting to embrace the concept of green, or living, roofs as the industry moves to meet the increased demand for environmentally conscious buildings. In addition to the obvious benefits of providing a habitat for many small animals and insects, they also work effectively as giant air filters, removing pollutants and putting oxygen back into the atmosphere. They can also make a significant contribution to reducing... 

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Houselike Villa in Great Grounds

With great gardens & even greater accommodation, this freestanding 3 bedroom villa unit is an upfront opportunity with houselike space. Sized up with separate lounge & dining & a flexible third bedroom, this stylish unit features a vibrant kitchen updated with De Longhi appliances & a well-positioned skylit bathroom with separate WC. Inside, ducted heating & cooling add to the comfort, but the biggest benefit is outdoors... 

Styled-up out front, sized-up out back fully renovated 3 bedroom home

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... 

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K-State Economist’s Research Suggests Low-Income, Vulnerable Homeowners Need Support After Purchase to Avoid Foreclosure or Having to Sell Their Home

Programs that help low-income and minority individuals and families purchase a home may be doing more harm than good, according to a Kansas State University economist. When vulnerable homeowners don’t get support after they purchase a home — maybe one they really couldn’t afford in the first place — they’re more likely to return to renting, said Tracy Turner, K-State assistant professor of economics. She and Marc Smith,... 

Dining Set – Rose – 5 pc Set

Product FeaturesColor: Antique Verde * Table Diameter: 42 inches * Chair Height: 34 inches

Dayco Celebrates Topping-off of Town Center One

Dayco today announced the topping off of construction at Town Center One, a 210,000 square foot, 24-story class ‘A’ office building. Located in Dadeland’s new Urban Core, the triangle bordered by Kendall Drive to the north, the Palmetto expressway to the west, and US 1 to the east, Town Center One has attracted a broad range of purchasers, including BMI Companies, one of the top 500 Hispanic companies in the U.S., who will be relocating their... 

Young America by Stanley 782-14-04 GenAmerica Classic Cherry Gentleman’s Chest

Young America by Stanley 782-14-04 Crisp and confident, the GenAmerica Classic Cherry Gentleman’s Chest can be transformed from conservative and traditional to metropolitan and modern. The GenAmerica Gentleman’s Chest is a fresh, contemporary expression of timeless classics designed so that kids can make their rooms look as individual as the child that lives there. Additional pieces available from the GenAmerica Classic Cherry Collection.... 

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5pc Oak Finish Wood Dining Table & 4 Windsor Chairs Set

5pc Oak Finish Wood Dining Table & 4 Windsor Chairs Set This is a brand new Country Style Oak Finish Wood Rectangular Dining Table and 4 Windsor ArrowbackChairs Set. Set comes complete with dining table and four dining chairs to meet your dining needs. With a oak wood finish, this item will beautify your dining or kitchen decor. Set will require simple assembly with instructions. Dimensions of this item measures: Table – 30″W x 48″L... 

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Barcelona Loveseat by Mies van der Rohe – Black Leather (double seat)

Barcelona Mies Sofa. Our Mies Sofa inspired by Mies van der Rohe, is a high quality reproduction using premium solid-core stainless flat steel. Sofa dimensions: 71″L x 30″W x 31″H. Premium Italian leather is hand selected, piped, tufted and individually sewn by expert leather craftsmen.

Ditec Smart Reset, rapid roll-up flexible door

Ditec substantial experience in the industrial door industry has allowed the company to achieve yet another breakthrough in the rapid roll-up flexible door industry. These doors, which are designed for high traffic areas, are ideal to be located in areas requiring fast access, both inside and outside buildings. Smart Reset is Ditec latest new product. Designed for easy installation, it has been developed to be used in high traffic areas. A sturdy... 

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Mountain Architects Releases Its Newest Addition to a Distinctive Collection of Log Cabins & Plans

Last month, Mountain Architects and PrecisionCraft announced the release of a new design series, Rustic Luxury™ Log Cabins & Plans, an exclusive collection featuring unique cabin designs complete with luxurious finishes. With a four-month endeavor ahead of them, Mountain Architects didn’t skip a beat after releasing its first design in this new, distinctive cabin series. Rather, they turned their collective attention to brainstorming and... 

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PGT Introduces New Storefront Product Line for the Commercial and Residential High Rise Markets

PGT Industries, a wholly owned subsidiary of PGT, Inc., announced today the introduction of three new impact-resistant door and window products for its Architectural Systems product line. Designed for commercial and residential high rise applications, these include the new Storefront 3500 Series, consisting of a commercial Storefront Entrance Door (ST3550) and a Storefront Window Wall System (WS3500). A Terrace Door (TER3050) is being added to the... 

John Q. Hammons’ Embassy Suites(R) Murfreesboro – Hotel & Conference Center Opens Ahead of Schedule

The new Embassy Suites® Murfreesboro – Hotel & Conference Center in Tennessee at 1200 Conference Center Boulevard is open to the public. One of the largest facilities of its kind in the area, the 10-story, 283-suite hotel and conference center offers 80,000 gross square feet of flexible meeting and event space. Featuring a contemporary décor, the hotel is owned by hotel legend Mr. John Q. Hammons and is managed by Springfield-Mo.-based John... 

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RSC Equipment Rental to Showcase Total Control® at POWER-GEN International

RSC Equipment Rental, one of the largest equipment rental providers in North America, will host a case study to spotlight ICM, Inc., who engineers, builds, and supports the global biofuels industry’s most efficient ethanol plants, and exhibit at POWER-GEN International 2008 December 2-4 in Orlando. Both events will showcase RSC’s people, services and equipment while highlighting innovative programs that set RSC apart from the competition. The... 

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12" Full Pillow Top Memory Foam Mattress with 5" 5LB density Viscoelastic Memory Foam

Full Pillow Top Memory Foam Mattress Only. Feels like a Tempur-Pedic Swedish Mattress Queen Size is (54″x74″) 10 YEAR WARRANTY!! Made with 5.3LB 100% Memory Foam Retails for $3100.00 and up!! All items are new and shipped in original packaging. Don’t be fooled into buying an “original” for no reason. Our mattress is guaranteed to feel and perform the same or your money back!!! Why are Memory Foam mattresses the most...