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Shade Systems Provides Its 'Sail' Shades at Locust State Park Amphitheatre for the Prince William County Park Authority (PWCPA) in Triangle, Virginia
Shade Systems is proud to announce it has provided its innovative and aesthetically-designed Shade ‘Sails’ for the Prince William County Park Authority (PWCPA) in Triangle, Virginia. Installed at the County’s Locust State Park this past summer, the Sails have provided much-needed... - November 06, 2010 - Shade Systems, Inc.
BJAC Principal Joins Committee for Women Against MS
Jennifer Amster will Raise Awareness and Funds for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society - November 06, 2010 - BJAC
Thoughts, Words & Images PR Wins Dallas IABC Award of Excellence
Thoughts, Words & Images PR received the 2010 Award of Excellence from the Dallas Chapter of the International Association of Communicators. - November 05, 2010 - TWI-PR
Berry DeSimone, Jr. Appointed Chief Operating Officer of Legat Architects
After 18 years with Legat Architects, Berry DeSimone, Jr. has assumed the role of Chief Operating Officer. - November 04, 2010 - Legat Architects, Inc.
Francis Cauffman Appoints John J. Plappert as Director of Health Facilities Planning
National award-winning architecture firm Francis Cauffman has announced that John J. Plappert has joined the firm as Director of Health Facilities Planning. Mr. Plappert brings extensive experience in healthcare design and planning and is one of the leading pediatric healthcare designers in the... - November 04, 2010 - Francis Cauffman
Pinstripe Marketing President Presents Online Reputation Management Seminar for American Institute of Architects Tampa Bay Chapter
Pinstripe Marketing president, Ginger Reichl, was a featured speaker for the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Tampa Bay Chapter Principal's Roundtable on October 29. Reichl 's presentation, Online Reputation Management: Leveraging the Web to monitor and manage your reputation, highlighted... - November 02, 2010 - Pinstripe Marketing
Lake Homes and Cabins Designs Offered by Habitat Architecture
Habitat Architecture a highly acclaimed residential design firm in Minnesota has shown its versatility in architectural styles by recently presenting the latest project of its type in the area of vacation homes and lake front cabins. The two tier round cabins designed by Habitat Architecture on... - October 31, 2010 - Habitat Architecture
Dumke Announces Retirement from AIA Michigan and AIA Detroit; Sido Named as New Executive Director
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Michigan and AIA Detroit announced the retirement of Executive Director Rae J. Dumke, Hon. AIA, at the end of 2010. Barb Sido, CAE, has been named as Dumke’s successor. Dumke has been involved with the AIA since 1967, starting as a secretary before... - October 31, 2010 - American Institute of Architects Michigan
Green House Plans Available Instantly Online
Green House Plans Plans are now available for instant download from www.YellowBlueDesigns.com. YellowBlue Designs makes its house plans available via instant PDF download which means you no longer need to wait for your plans to arrive in the mail. By offering an instant download for its Green House... - October 29, 2010 - YellowBlue Designs
BJAC Principal Addresses Symposium at the North Carolina History Education Center
Architect Jennifer Amster Spoke at Museum Opening on Oct. 22 - October 27, 2010 - BJAC
BJAC Announces Public Opening of the North Carolina History Education Center
Architectural Firm Reveals Its 60,000 Square-Foot Museum October 2010 - October 24, 2010 - BJAC
BHDP Architecture Hires Sweany as Interior Designer
To support a growing client base in the East Coast region, BHDP Architecture has named Brandie G. Sweany to the position of Interior Designer in its Raleigh/Durham, N.C., office. - October 24, 2010 - BHDP Architecture
Bayer MaterialScience Polyurethane Composite System Achieves Better Thermal Conductivity Rating Than Aluminum or Steel in Fenestration Applications
Bayer MaterialScience LLC’s Baydur® PUL 2500 polyurethane glass-reinforced resin system for pultruded window frames and stiffeners is far more insulating than aluminum and steel, tests show. The thermal conductivity of the Baydur PUL 2500 resin system is listed in the National... - October 21, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
House Charlotte Expands Making Homeownership More Affordable, Many Communities Are Eligible for Up to $15k Down Payment Assistance
The City of Charlotte recently released the results of the 2010 Quality of Life Study, the biennial study that ranks Charlotte’s neighborhoods on several social, cultural and economic indicators. As expected, many of our neighborhoods are experiencing negative impacts from the economic... - October 20, 2010 - Lockard Reed Development Group
The Building Envelope Science Institute’s Second Annual Expert Panel Discussion on Defective "Chinese" Drywall
The Building Envelope Science Institute is hosting a reception/networking program on Sunday, October 24th from 6-9PM (food & beverages) and expert panel boards on Monday, October 25th from 9-5PM (lunch is provided); both are open for public participation. - October 19, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
BHDP’s McQuilkin Among Nation’s Elite in Retail Design; Named One of the “Luminaries” for 2010
Andrew McQuilkin, Retail Market Leader for BHDP Architecture, has been recognized as one of the leading voices in the retail design industry with the presentation of the Portfolio Design Luminaries Award from DDI Magazine. - October 09, 2010 - BHDP Architecture
AIA Mid-Michigan to Host “Canstruction” Event at Meridian Mall, Oct. 30-Nov. 7
Canstruction is an international charity competition where participants design and build giant structures made entirely from full cans of food. The cans used for these projects will be donated to the Greater Lansing Food Bank afterward. - October 09, 2010 - AIA Mid-Michigan
SEPI Engineering & Construction Names Lee Bakely Senior Project Manager
Local Civil Engineering and Construction Firm Hires Senior Project Manager - October 08, 2010 - SEPI Engineering Group
DPR Construction Honored by American Institute of Architects, California Council
DPR Receives "Award of Merit" for Interior Renovation - October 07, 2010 - DPR Construction
BJAC Awarded 2010 AIANC Firm of the Year
Local Architecture Firm Recognized for Creative and Innovative Application of Architectural Practices - October 06, 2010 - BJAC
BESI Offers First X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Certification for Gypsum Products
The Building Envelope Science Institute is presenting the X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Analyzer Certification (XRF-GP) training on October 26, 2010 at the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina located at 1881 SE 17th Street Causeway in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. This certification program provides valuable information and techniques for the use of XRF as it pertains to Gypsum products. - October 05, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
AIA Flint Calls for Entries to Revitalize Genesee Towers
Design Competition Among Highlights of Chapter’s 50th Anniversary - October 01, 2010 - American Institute of Architects Flint
BESI’s Training for Defective (Chinese) Drywall is Now a Registered Course for Recertification (RC) Credits with ACAC
The Building Envelope Science Institute’s received recertification credits (RCs) from the American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC) for its National Training & Certification Seminar on “Chinese” or Defective Drywall in America being held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on October 26-27, 2010. - September 30, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Balfour Beatty Construction Recognized Coast-to-Coast with 10 "Best of 2010" Regional Awards
Balfour Beatty Construction is proud to announce that 10 of its recently completed projects across the United States have been recognized by McGraw-Hill Construction as being among the “Best of 2010” within their respective regions. Six projects topped the lists as “Best... - September 29, 2010 - Balfour Beatty Construction
CMT Worldwide Introduces the Micro-Infrastructure Lighting Solution
CMT Worldwide is proud to introduce the Micro-Lighting Solution delivering a completely integrated independent lighting system for developing markets and communities requiring more environmentally friendly lighting solutions - September 26, 2010 - CMT Worldwide, LLC
Mike Mafi of The Building Group Gives Insight to Construction Digital About His Family Business with Big Plans
Construction Digital spoke with the owner and president of The Building Group, Mike Mafi to learn about this small, family-owned construction business. The Building Group is a custom home builder that has been serving the northern Virginia area since 2004. The homes range from 6,000 square feet to... - September 24, 2010 - WDM Group
WoodWorks Honors Regional Architects, Engineers at Chicago Wood Solutions Fair
Outstanding projects in Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin were recognized with 2010 Wood Design Awards - September 24, 2010 - WoodWorks
SEPI Engineering & Construction Ranked as Top Woman-Owned Business
Civil Engineering Firm Recognized by Triangle Business Journal - September 24, 2010 - SEPI Engineering Group
Home Remodel Architects Habitat Architecture Expands Online Presence with Facebook and Twitter Accounts
Habitat Architecture, Minneapolis’s premier residential architectural firm and home remodel architects, now has a presence on Facebook and Twitter. Established in 1991, Habitat Architecture specializes in custom residential design and is well-known in the Minneapolis area for its high level... - September 24, 2010 - Habitat Architecture
Edmonton Home Builder Rohit Communities Relocates to New Southside Office
As of September 9th, 2010 Rohit Group of Companies, which includes leading Edmonton home builder Rohit Communities, has moved to a new office in Elwood Office Park near 91st street and Ellerslie. - September 24, 2010 - Rohit Communities
Scott "Spiderman" Mulholland of U S Building Consultants Addresses the Pros and Cons of Chinese Drywall Remediation
There are four main methods or approaches to remediation currently being used or considered for the remediation of structures with Defective (Chinese) Drywall. Mr. Mulholland explains the pros and cons of each approach and provides more information related to this issue. - September 23, 2010 - USBCI
BESI Offers Quality Instruction & Training for Defective (Chinese) Drywall Inspectors, Consultants, and Remediators
The Building Envelope Science Institute’s First Annual Conference, Training Seminar & Exhibition for Defective (Chinese) Drywall Inspection and Remediation is being held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on October 24-27, 2010. - September 23, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
BHDP Architecture Brings Internationally Renowned Architect/Interior Designer
BHDP Architecture brings renowned architect Gerard “Guy” F.X. Geier, senior partner at FXFOWLE Architects, to the University of Cincinnati’s College of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning (DAAP) on Wednesday, October 6. - September 23, 2010 - BHDP Architecture
Cleveland Ad Agency Point to Point Analyzes Relationship Between Building Products, Contractors and Marketing
White paper examines marketing influence in $869 billion construction industry. - September 23, 2010 - Point to Point, Inc.
2 Point Perspective Celebrates Opening of Sustainable Healthcare Project
The new ORA Dental Studio in Wicker Park will be the first Chicago dental office awarded LEED Silver Certification. - September 22, 2010 - 2 Point Perspective
Legat Architects, Henricksen, and Chicago Bulls College Prep Join Forces in Pro Bono Project to Prove Learning Environments Matter
Over 20 Chicago-area firms have donated their products and services to transform three classrooms at Chicago Bulls College Prep. The renewed classrooms will be monitored to determine how the changes impact student performance. - September 20, 2010 - Legat Architects, Inc.
Windorsky Only Provider of Steel and Bronze Windows and Doors to Earn Prestigious NFRC Rating
As the only steel window manufacturer to offer installation and glazing services, Windorsky is proud to have a full range of products rated by the NFRC - September 18, 2010 - Windorsky
EcoPath Sustainable Matting Solution Paves Cleaner, Safer, Greener Path with New Brand and Creative Identity
EcoPath™, the world’s first perpetually recyclable entryway matting solution made from environmentally friendly products and biobased content, today unveiled a new brand and creative identity that focuses on its green and clean benefits. “Some customers choose EcoPath for the... - September 18, 2010 - EcoPath
Newly Designed Bergen Town Center a Hit Despite Recession
The Bergen Town Center in New Jersey Has Become a Destination mall for "off-price fashion" shoppers. It was developed by Vornado Realty Trust. The architect is Cooper Carry. - September 17, 2010 - Cooper Carry Architects
Buildings That Are Designed to Withstand Natural Disasters in the September Issue of Construction Digital
Construction Digital, the top digital media source for global construction news and information explores building designs ideally suited to natural disaster prone areas. As the world saw last year with the earthquakes a month apart in Haiti and Chile, the structural integrity of a building can mean... - September 17, 2010 - WDM Group
Learn More About the Top Zero Energy Buildings Around the World in the September Issue of Construction Issue
Construction Digital, the top digital media source for global construction news and information delves into the top zero energy buildings from around the world in the September issue. From BedZED, the Beddington Zero Energy Development designed by Bill Bunster of ZEDfactory to Charlotte House in... - September 17, 2010 - WDM Group
BHDP Architecture Adds Six to Staff
BHDP Architecture announces the addition of six new employees who bring additional depth in experience and resources to meet client needs. - September 17, 2010 - BHDP Architecture
von Ahn Design, LLC to Present Custom Home Seminar - “The 7 Essential Steps to Creating Your New Home”
Learn how selecting the right Architect can make your project enjoyable from beginning to end while eliminating costly and unpleasant surprises - September 16, 2010 - von Ahn Design, LLC
Francis Cauffman Announces New Business Development Manager
National award-winning architecture firm Francis Cauffman has announced that Suzanne Linus has joined the firm as the Business Development Manager for the Philadelphia office. Ms. Linus brings more than a decade of experience in cultivating business relationships and building marketing positions,... - September 16, 2010 - Francis Cauffman
Introducing ShippingContainerForum.com, a New Place on the Web for Container Enthusiasts
ShippingContainerForum.com, a new place on the web for container enthusiasts, was developed to create an international community around the shipping container and its many uses. Discussions revolve around how to maintain, modify and maximize container usefulness. - September 14, 2010 - ShippingContainerForum.com
BESI Holds Its First Annual Conference, Training Seminar & Exhibition on Defective “Chinese” Drywall
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) has held training seminars on Defective Drywall throughout Florida and in New Orleans. The institute reached a milestone, just nine months after being launched, it surpassed 100 certified members with nearly half being dual certified - the institute is experiencing remarkable growth. - September 04, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
BHDP Architecture Enhances Retail Practice with Addition of Brezina
BHDP Architecture has enhanced and expanded the expertise in its Retail practice with the addition of Andrew Brezina as Retail Client Leader. With 23 years of industry experience, Brezina brings a proven track record of success in space allocation/planning, product merchandising/presentation,... - September 04, 2010 - BHDP Architecture
Vela Systems Raises $6M Series B for Expansion, Strategic Partnerships
Autodesk Leads Round; Commonwealth Capital Ventures and GrandBanks Capital Provide Continued Support. - September 02, 2010 - Vela Systems
BJAC Appoints New Project Manager
Stephanie McArthur Joins Local Design Firm - September 01, 2010 - BJAC
Architecture and Design Film Festival
The nation’s largest film festival celebrating the creative spirit behind some of the world’s most remarkable architecture and design will premiere at New York City’s celebrated Tribeca Cinemas from October 14 - 17, 2010. - August 31, 2010 - Architecture & Design Film Festival