Madrona Live and Work Conversion by Tyler Engle Architects

A contemporary building design The Madrona Live/Work Conversion used to be a drug store, soda fountain, and most recently a developers office, and the designed and architect Tyler Engle Architects turned this old school building into a cozy and homey building and converted into a nice residence to live / work for a couple with and extensive art collection. The theme of this house building is Creating the modern equivalent of a traditional courtyard... 

Select Blinds Introduces its 2010 Wood Blind Product Line

Wood blinds are interior decorators’ favorites to enrich any room with a horizontal blind. “Our 2010 wood blind assortment offers solutions for virtually any room,” says Select Blinds Founder and CMO, Rick Steele. “Our merchandising team has really hit a home run with our Designer Basswood Blinds,” continued Mr. Steele. “The fact that there are 3 slat sizes available in matching stains and colors for full room or... 

Samuel K Designer Windows offer Revolutionary Window Treatment

An entirely new option in window treatments has revolutionized the window industry with a one-of-a-kind window product having residential, commercial, and religious applications. Samuel K Designer Windows are the stylish and affordable alternative to pricy leaded or stained glass windows and a new addition to the DIY market. The hand assembled, seamless, layered designs are easily applied to the existing window, enhancing the strength and integrity... 

Blinds Chalet Expands Services to Include Drapery Hardware

Blinds Chalet has expanded their services to include drapery hardware with an eco twist. After fifteen years in business, Blinds Chalet now offers wood, wrought iron and contemporary metal drapery rods, art guild rods, drapery ties, and drapery rings, all made from recycled materials. Balancing style, utility and environmental awareness, Blinds Chalet’s drapery hardware is made from natural products such as recycled metal, ceramics, and glass. The... 

Mapledene Road House by Platform 5 Architects in Hackney, London

Mapledene Road is situated in a conservation area in Hackney. The property had been stripped of virtually all its period features and had become run down and used as a “crack den” leaving it ripe for modernisation. Refurbishment was conceived of as a landscape of interventions and new components. The cellular ground floor was opened up and extended to the rear to allow the spaces to flow into each other and to the garden whilst the existing... 

Select Blinds Now Offers Matching Horizontal and Vertical Faux Wood Blinds

Faux wood blinds are an excellent alternative to real wood blinds for several reasons. Resistance to warping in extreme climates is one of those reasons. As the harshest winter months approach, Select Blinds announces an offering of custom Faux Wood Blinds that provide coordination of the same colors and finishes in multiple sizes. The four white colors, consisting of two in a smooth finish, and two in an embossed finish, can be matched with the 3... 

Ballauff Woven-Wood Sliding Panel

Ideal as room divider, the sliding panels can also be used for large windows. All panels are finished with a co-ordinated viscose trim. Established in 1872, Ballauff is the major european manufacturer and supplier of high quality woven wood fabrics and blinds. Ballauff combine traditional knowledge using modern materials and methods to ensure endurance an performance. Bearing in mind “our passion for wood” Ballauff carefully select producers... 

Hitachi New Line of Flooring Nailers & Staplers

Hitachi Power Tools announced a new line of flooring products including two pneumatic flooring nailers and two staplers as well as a manually powered flooring nailer that does not require a compressor or hose. This line was added to serve the needs of the flooring industry, both professionally and for consumers who plan to tackle flooring installation projects on their own. Flooring nailers and staplers are essential for installing hardwood flooring... 

The envision Group Awarded $2.3 Million project

The envision Group today announced that it’s wholly-owned subsidiary, Western Construction and Combustion Services Inc. has been awarded a $2.3 Million contract with the University of Calgary. This new contract is in addition to our current standing offer agreements and multi-year contracts. Under the terms of the contract, the job involves the removal of the existing glazing system and the install of new structural steel and aluminum and glass... 

Eco-friendly Blinds and Interior Window Shutters

Thomas Sanderson, the UK’s leading supplier in Conservatory Blinds, Patio Awnings and Shutters have realised the importance of energy saving products, thats why they offer a wide selection of eco-efficient and stylish window solutions to complement your home all year round. As the world becomes more and more involved with the ever growing concern for the environment, it is time we all started doing our bit to help the cause and ourselves. With...