Porsche Museum in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen

January 22, 2009 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
Porsche Museum in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen

One of the greatest and most spectacular building projects in the history of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG was completed in December 2008: the new Porsche Museum in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen. Located directly in the very heart of this unique sports car company so rich in tradition, the Museum serves to present the fascinating thrill and diversity of the Porsche brand to visitors from all over the world. More than 80 cars are on display in the 5,600 square... 

Adrenalina Set to Begin Construction for Denver, Colorado and Plano, Texas Locations

September 6, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

Adrenalina, a new innovative retail entertainment destination designed for extreme sports enthusiasts, announced today that it is set to begin construction on a 15,000 square foot store at the Cherry Creek Shopping Center in Denver, Colorado and an 11,500 square foot store at Willow Bend in Plano, Texas. The stores will be positioned prominently within each mall. “With full-speed construction underway, we are looking forward to opening both stores... 

Younan Hospitality Group Wins All Claims in Suit Against Falcon Physician Reviews

August 19, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

Younan Hospitality Group announced today that it has successfully defended itself and won on all claims against Falcon Physician Reviews, which filed a lawsuit against Younan Hospitality Group. The suit, filed in the 160th Judicial Court of Dallas County, erroneously claimed that Falcon’s business was interrupted when Falcon breached its contracts with Younan at its Holiday Inn Select in North Dallas. In fact, a Dallas County jury unanimously concluded... 

LEED Rated PrecisionCraft Log Home

November 21, 2009 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
LEED Rated PrecisionCraft Log Home

For Mark and Crystal Ryan, building their dream mountain house was synonymous with building what is commonly referred to as a “green” home. This Oregon couple turned to award-winning Mountain Architects and PrecisionCraft Log Homes & Timber Frame to help them design and manufacture a log home that is now in the final certification process to be awarded the LEED Platinum rating. LEED, the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is a... 

Gerber 22-47188 Paraframe and Mini Paraframe Lockback Knife Set

January 7, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

Obviously, the first thing you notice about any Gerber Paraframe knife is the handle. With the open design, there’s more air than metal, making these knives lightweight and easy to keep clean. However, the functionality of the Paraframes is as efficiently elegant as their form.View product details at Amazon

FBR Group, Inc. Seeks Return of Agency Mortgage Security

October 3, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

Friedman, Billings, Ramsey Group, Inc. issued the following statement this morning: Various articles have been published recently regarding the attempt by Friedman, Billings, Ramsey Group, Inc. (FBR Group) to have an agency mortgage security with a face amount of $250 million returned to it under a repurchase agreement maintained with Lehman Brothers, Inc. (LBI). The lawsuit was brought by FBR Group, a publicly traded REIT and not by FBR Capital Markets... 

Classic Cherry Finish Wood Sleigh Style Daybed w/Link Spring

June 27, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

Classic Cherry Finish Wood Sleigh Style Daybed w/Link Spring * Dimension: 87.5″W 39.5″D 36″H * Finish: Cherry * Material: Wood * Cherry Finish Sleigh Style Daybed * Great style while providing a resting area. * Link spring for daybed down bracket included * Bedding and accessories are NOT included. * Assembly required

Hitachi EC2510E 5.5 Horsepower Gas Oiled Twin Pontoon Compressor

February 20, 2007 Filed Under: Construction

This all new 5.5 hp gas drive air compressor offers several key features and is built for the toughest job site. The EC2510E is powered by a 5.5hp Honda industrial grade OHV engine for dependable starts and long life. A protective base panel plate carries the pressure switch, air outlets, and regulator switch to keep them out of the way from potential damage. The pump is cast iron and an oil sight glass allows for easy checking of oil. Max CFM air... 

Strathwood Falkner Dining Table with Umbrella Hole, 72 Inches

July 4, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

Durable yet surprisingly lightweight, this 72-inch dining table is the centerpiece to the Strathwood Falkner Dining outdoor furniture collection, and it coordinates with separately available arm and side chairs. Ideal for use in outdoor furniture, cast aluminum is heavier and sturdier than standard aluminum but much lighter than cast iron. It’s also quite resistant to chipping, fading, and rusting. The tabletop is constructed of wide, thin... 

Smith & Wesson Galaxy 13 LED Flashlight (10 White LED & 3 Red LED)

January 24, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

ATTRIBUTES Batteries Included: YES Bulb: 10 x LED White 3 x LED Red Burn Time: Up to 80 Hours Carry System: Nylon Sheath Finish: Black Material: Aluminum Output (lumens): White 20 Red 5 Overall Length (inches): 7.00 Packaging: Retail Power Source: 3 x AAA Special Features: Dual-Color Submersible: Water Resistant Switch: White=Front Button Red=Rear ButtonView product details at Amazon

ProLogis Closes $104.7 Million Portfolio Financing for ProLogis North American Industrial Fund II

December 3, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

ProLogis, a leading global provider of distribution facilities and services, announced today that it has closed a $104.7 million, secured financing with a large institutional investor on behalf of an affiliate of ProLogis North American Industrial Fund II. The ten-year financing has a coupon of 6.38 percent and represents a loan-to-value of approximately 58 percent on five geographically diverse, US industrial properties. The proceeds will be used... 

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

November 22, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

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... 

CertainTeed Cedar Impressions Naturals Polymer Shake Siding

August 10, 2009 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction, Home Improvement
CertainTeed Cedar Impressions Naturals Polymer Shake Siding

CertainTeed introduce Cedar Impressions® Naturals™ to its line of polymer shake siding products. Featuring the authentic look of cedar wood treated with a semi-transparent stain, Cedar Impressions Naturals emphasize rugged textures, revealing deep shadows and highlighting subtle variations in color. Cedar Impressions Naturals is available in Double 7-inch Straight Edge Perfection Shingles, with additional styles slated for a later introduction.... 

Aeron Chair Floor Model Sale- Highly Adjustable Graphite Frame – Carbon Classic (Medium) by Herman Miller

August 29, 2007 Filed Under: Construction

Why such a low price? These Fully-Adjustable discount Aeron chairs may have been floor & window display models or size and color exchanges. These chairs have never been used, have been fully inspected by a trained Herman Miller technician, and come with a full Herman Miller 12-year warranty! Our Aeron floor models will WOW you! Theyre undistinguishable from new!

Interior Design Visual Presentation: A Guide to Graphics, Models & Presentation Techniques

November 16, 2008 Filed Under: Architecture

Develop the skills you need to deliver presentations that sell. This unique resource focusing on the visual design and presentation skills of the interior designer, offers thorough, process-oriented coverage on the planning, layout, and design of interior building spaces, complete with a broad range of real-world examples. The author’s author’s