Chimneys design for all tastes

Tuesday, November 25th 2008

The prototype chimney for the designer has changed and every day is far more than the idea that we all have of stone fireplace, rustic and finished with a slanted top. Today, anyone can have in your house, either a flat or a single-family house a fireplace that I agreed perfectly with the style of the decoration as there are models that fit perfectly with all the styles and trends. The “catalog” of chimneys is so broad that we stay surprised to see that even those who do not seem really... 

New screens front

Tuesday, November 25th 2008

Velvet, a specialist in screens, has developed the new range Infinite, which is precisely designed to correct the collapse of the walls. This new front for one or two doors is designed for complex cases to hinge media. Through a system of integrated hinge profile, is achieved by correcting the collapse of the walls, allowing the mounting bolts placed where required, in a 100% functional and decorative. Through these different possibilities, and using a minimal shapes and adjustable expander, are... 

Intelligent Office Opens Fairfax Location

Tuesday, November 25th 2008

Intelligent Office of Fairfax, part of the Intelligent Office network that spans North America, announced the December 1 opening of its location here to serve the needs of Northern Virginia enterprises that require a Class A office environment with professional reception services, administrative support, leading technology/communications, and access to more than 50 locations in the United States and Canada. Intelligent Office serves the needs of the dynamic Northern Virginia business community, including... 

West Virginia Soaring Eagle Lodge Condominiums to Sell at Real Estate Auction

Monday, November 24th 2008

J. P. King Auction Company, the nation’s leading auction marketing firm specializing in high-value properties, is selling seven Soaring Eagle Lodge condominiums at absolute auction, to the highest bidder in Snowshoe, West Virginia on Saturday, December 6, 2008 at 1 p.m. “The area features more than 60 trails and is considered one of the East’s largest skiing and snowboarding destinations,” said Craig King, president & CEO of J. P. King. “After a fun filled day, Soaring Eagle Lodge residents... 

Seoul Semiconductor Launched Ultra-Slim Z-power LED Z1 for Lighting

Monday, November 24th 2008

Seoul Semiconductor, a leading LED manufacturer, ranking 6th worldwide and 1st in Korea, announced it released a 1.4W ultra-slim Z-power LED series ‘Z1′; Warm White (part # : NZ10150) and Pure White (part # : WZ10150). A Seoul official in charge of Z1 development said, “Maximum lumens of NZ10150 and WZ10150 are 95 and 120 respectively, the average lumens being 80 and 105 each.” And he added, “Because the body of Z1 is made of ceramic with high thermal conductivity and... 

Wight & Company Wins Seven Awards for Design, Engineering and Construction of Public Projects

Monday, November 24th 2008

Wight & Company, a leader in integrated architecture, engineering and construction solutions for the built environment, has won six awards for its public projects. These included Best Overall Project from Design Build Institute of America (DBIA); two “Project of the Year” awards from Midwest Construction magazine; and Excellence and Merit Awards from the American Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois (ACEC – Illinois). “It’s gratifying to be acknowledged for high quality work... 

Stone Mart Embraces Retro-Inspired Marble Slabs for Luxury Design Trends in 2009

Monday, November 24th 2008

While modern home trends continue to be decorated with marble slabs and granite countertops, many luxury homeowners and designers are shifting gears towards the ‘Retro Modernism’ trend that calls for light and simpler colors drawn from the ’50s era. Stone Mart, one of the country’s leading purveyors of imported tile and natural stone products, is experiencing a significant increase in demand for subtle, light colors of stone that create a feeling of peace and prosperity. In... 

Bradleys New Fusion Partitions Combine the Upscale Look of Stainless Steel and Granite

Saturday, November 22nd 2008

Impressive public spaces call for special finishes in the washroom. To meet the needs of high-end applications, Bradley introduces its exclusive line of Fusion restroom partitions that combine cool stainless steel with the warmth of natural granite. Fusion partitions are the latest addition to Bradley’s growing portfolio of “decorative high-end commercial” fixtures and accessories. The partitions feature genuine granite pilasters and partition panels with stainless steel (or optional... 

HousePlansAndMore.com Goes Green

Friday, November 21st 2008

Green homebuilding is undeniably the hottest trend in the housing industry. The growing concern for protecting the environment and energy efficiency has filtered into just about every product market imaginable, and has generated the focus for the latest additions to HDA’s home plan web site www.houseplansandmore.com. At House Plans and More, customers can easily find this terrific new green section by clicking the green box labeled, “Green Home Plans & Resources” on the main... 

HGTVs FrontDoor.com Offers the Top 10 Tips for Selling Your Home During the Holidays

Thursday, November 20th 2008

The holiday season from November through January is often considered the worst time to put a home on the market. While the thought of selling your home during the winter months may dampen your holiday spirit, the season does have its advantages: holiday buyers tend to be more serious, and competition is less fierce with fewer homes being actively marketed. First, decide if you really need to sell. Once you’ve committed to the challenge, don your gay apparel and follow these tips from FrontDoor.com....