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Simmons & White, Inc. Helps Webelos of Cub Scout Pack 714 Earn Their Engineer Activity Pins

West Palm Beach, Florida engineer firm helps local Cub Scout Pack earn their Engineer Activity Pins. - February 12, 2009 - Simmons & White, Inc.

Trust for Architectural Easements Sponsors Sustainability and Historic Preservation Thought Leader Series

Experts to discuss how we regulate development to create a future that is environmentally, financially and socially sustainable. Panel Moderator: Rebecca Flora, Senior Vice President of Education and Research at the U.S. Green Building Council. Panelists: Chris Leinberger, Martine Combal, Chris Zimmerman. - February 12, 2009 - Trust for Architectural Easements

Frank Harmon Wins Two Custom Home Design Awards

Two houses designed by Frank Harmon Architect PA of Raleigh, NC, have received 2009 Custom Home Design Awards in the “less than 3000 square feet” category. The awards are presented by Custom Home Magazine. The 1800-square-foot Strickland-Ferris house in Raleigh received the coveted... - February 11, 2009 - Frank Harmon Architect PA

Studio A Helps SC Medical College Win Preservation Award

This past spring, the 1802 Anderson House in downtown Charleston, once in complete disrepair, was transformed into much-needed office space for the Medical University of South Carolina’s College of Pharmacy. Last month, the Preservation Society of Charleston honored MUSC for its adaptive... - February 11, 2009 - Studio A Architecture, Inc.

David Gauld Architect Wins 2009 A.R.E. Store Fixture Award

David Gauld Architect's design for the Lion Brand Yarn Studio in New York City has won a 2009 Store Fixture Award from the Association for Retail Environments (A.R.E.). According to the A.R.E., "this recognition is only awarded for designs that exceed current standards of creativity and... - February 06, 2009 - David Gauld Architect

GetSolar Announces New Website and Fed ITC Tax Credit Info for Consumers

This press release introduces customers to GetSolar's new look and highlights the very significant enhancements to US solar incentive policy. - February 05, 2009 - GetSolar

Charleston Outdoor Lighting Business Brings Security Lighting Solutions to 2009 Home Show

NiteLites Outdoor Lighting of Charleston to meet with the public to address their growing concerns for more home and business security at the 2009 Home and Outdoor Living Show in Charleston. This home show event is scheduled for February 20 through 22 and will be held at the Charleston Area... - February 03, 2009 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

Nations Roof Install Energy Efficient Roof System for San Diego Airport

Nations Roof a leader in energy efficient roof systems and solar is proud to install a new energy saving cool roof and insulation system at the San Diego Regional Airport. - February 03, 2009 - Nations Roof

Frank Harmon Designs "Green" Oyster Research Hatchery

Frank Harmon Architect PA in Raleigh is designing a thoroughly “green,” 12,000-square-foot Oyster Research Hatchery facility on the Coastal Marine Sciences campus at UNC-Wilmington for the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries. The project is an outgrowth of a study Harmon worked... - February 01, 2009 - Frank Harmon Architect PA

All 3M Fasara Decorative Films Available

Energy Products Distribution (EPD) now carries the entire line of 3M Fasara Decorative Films. - January 28, 2009 - Energy Products Distribution

Architect Jeffrey R. Zokas, AIA, Named 2009 President of American Institute of Architects Detroit

Several Metro Detroit Companies Also Represented on AIA Detroit Board of Directors. - January 28, 2009 - American Institute of Architects Detroit

Garment Center Historic District Listed on the National Register of Historic Places

Garment Center Historic District's Contributing Property Owners Now Eligible for Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentive Programs. - January 24, 2009 - Trust for Architectural Easements

MorrCo Refurbish the Head Offices of Mitsubishi UK

MorrCo, the office refurbishment and office fit outs specialists, today announced the comprehensive refurbishment of Mitsubishi’s UK Headquarters in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. At a cost of £1.3 million, the project encompassed 40,000 square feet of office space. Lead by Project Manager,... - January 21, 2009 - MorrCo

MorrCo Unveil Their Client Portfolio

MorrCo, the office refurbishment and office fit outs specialists, today unveiled its client portfolio. The client list is comprised of public limited companies and multinational corporations that MorrCo have worked with in the past. In terms of market capitalisation, MorrCo has worked for some of... - January 21, 2009 - MorrCo

Follansbee to Exhibit at International Roofing Expo 2009

Visit Booth #1626 to Learn More About Follansbee Metal Roofing Products. - January 21, 2009 - Follansbee

BJAC Named to Triangle Business Journal’s 2009 Book of Lists

Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC, P.A. (www.bjac.com), an architectural firm that offers professional services for specialized, complex institutional projects, has announced that the firm ranked at the top of the Triangle Business Journal’s annual 2009 Book of Lists for Triangle... - January 21, 2009 - BJAC

InvitingHome.com Debuts Architectural Storm Shutters Collection

Home decor retailer, InvitingHome.com, unveils a new line of storm shutters designed to help homeowners looking to sell make a better first impression. - January 20, 2009 - InvitingHome.com

Bifold Gates Take Off

Leda Vannaclip successfully installed the first Australian made Bifold Gate at a secured State Government location over a weekend in December 2008. - January 20, 2009 - Leda Vannaclip

Southern Modular Industries "SMI" Announces Its Expansion Into the Southwest and West Coast Regions

Southern Modular Industries "SMI", a wholesale manufacturer of commercial factory built modular structures announced today the opening of its new manufacturing facility in Southern California. “Our new facility has over 62,000 square feet of manufacturing space combined with a... - January 17, 2009 - Southern Modular Industries

Flint Architect Ronald R. Campbell Elected 2009 President of American Institute of Architects Michigan

Other newly elected AIA Michigan Officers include Alan H. Cobb, FAIA, as vice president, Victor Saroki, FAIA, as secretary, and Douglas W. Kueffner, AIA, as treasurer. - January 16, 2009 - American Institute of Architects Michigan

Balfour Beatty Construction’s Mark Konchar Earns “40-Under-40” Distinction

Company Vice President recognized in Building Design+Construction’s prestigious “40 Under 40” list. - January 15, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction

Lightswitch Adds Design Team Partner - Avraham (Avi) Mor Leads Newly Formed Architectural Division

Lightswitch, a premier provider of lighting design services, has announced the formation of a new division, Lightswitch Architectural, to be headed in Chicago by long time design team member, Avraham (Avi) Mor who will also become a full Partner of Lightswitch. - January 15, 2009 - Lightswitch Architectural

Follansbee® TCS II® Surpasses 26,750 Hours of Salt Spray Testing

Follansbee Metal Roofing Provides Highest Level of Corrosion Resistance Available. - January 15, 2009 - Follansbee

New House Plan Design Service Established Ahead of Housing Recovery

Offers creative new designs and services to help builders and developers reshape their brand image. - January 14, 2009 - Simply Elegant Home Designs

Lightswitch Expansion Addresses Environmental and Budget Challenges for Architects, Owners and Developers

Lightswitch architectural has added a focus to the requirements of architectural projects as economic challenges have highlighted the need for architects, owners and developers to use lighting designers, whose services bridge the gap between vision and installation, eliminating costly mistakes in placement, selection, and efficiency. - January 14, 2009 - Lightswitch Architectural

25 Trends Transforming Architecture and Design

Annual forecast from DesignIntelligence reveals brights spots amid difficult economy. - January 13, 2009 - Greenway Group

SH Communities Keeps Building on Its Award-Winning Reputation

The company’s award-winning homes with in-house design by Southern Architectural Group can be found in communities in Homestead, Davie, Miramar, Boynton Beach, Estero, and Melbourne. - January 09, 2009 - SH Communities

Balfour Beatty Construction Reaches Milestone on Signature Service Program

Company celebrates three years and 300 surveys in its unique client satisfaction program. - January 07, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction

Morgan Woods Housing Development Designed by Winslow Architects Wins ULI Award

Designed by Winslow Architects, Inc, Morgan Woods Affordable Housing located on Martha's Vineyard, Cape Cod, MA was Honored with Urban Land Institute’s J. Ronald Terwilliger Workforce Housing Model of Excellence Award. - January 05, 2009 - Winslow Architects

BJAC Names New Chief Operations Officer

Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC pa (www.bjac.com), one of the largest woman-owned design firms in the Southeast, announced that Jenna Geigerman has joined the firm as its new chief operations officer. In this position, Geigerman will strengthen the company infrastructure in order to... - January 01, 2009 - BJAC

AIA Detroit Names Two Honorary Members

Ireland, Zeichmeister selected for important contributions to the Detroit area's quality of life. - December 25, 2008 - American Institute of Architects Detroit

AIA Detroit Selects Roberts as Its Young Architect of the Year

Wyandotte Architect Recognized for Exceptional Contributions to the Profession. - December 24, 2008 - American Institute of Architects Detroit

Sheoris Earns Gold Medal from AIA Detroit

The American Institute of Architects Detroit bestowed its highest honor, the Gold Medal, on John V. Sheoris, FAIA of Grosse Pointe Park during its annual Celebration of Excellence at the Detroit Institute of Arts. President Mark Nickita, AIA of Birmingham made the presentation. Sheoris has had two... - December 21, 2008 - American Institute of Architects Detroit

Historic New York City Warehouse Protected Forever by Preservation Easement

Last week, the 95-year old Austin, Nichols & Co. Warehouse designed by Cass Gilbert was formally protected by the donation of a preservation easement to the Trust for Architectural Easements. - December 20, 2008 - Trust for Architectural Easements

Archer Honored by Architects

The American Institute of Architects Detroit Chapter is proud to announce that former mayor Dennis Archer, JD accepted the Charles Blessing Award at the Chapter’s Celebration of Architecture at the Detroit Institute of Arts. Dennis W. Archer put himself through college, graduating from... - December 20, 2008 - American Institute of Architects Detroit

BJAC Names New Designer and Graphic Presentation Specialist

Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC pa (www.bjac.com), one of the largest woman-owned design firms in the Southeast, has announced that Jimmy Beech has joined the firm as a designer and graphic presentation specialist. In this position, Beech will produce 3-D architectural renderings,... - December 19, 2008 - BJAC

Austin Firm Teams Up with Graffiti Artists to Convert Old Filing Cabinets Into Gleaming New Sidewalk Planters

Finds a noble new role for neglected office equipment - December 17, 2008 - MINIMIS

IBA Consultants Becher Named Presenter at Premier Workshop for Design and Construction Professionals

RCI, Inc., an international association of professional consultants, architects, and engineers who specialize in the specification and design of roofing, waterproofing and exterior wall systems, has chosen IBA Consultant’s Dave Becher as a presenter for its Region IV Ninth Annual Roofing and... - December 15, 2008 - IBA Consultants

Redfern Oval Upgrade, Gates and Fencing

After many months and much work the Redfern Oval site was completed recently by Hansen Yuncken for Sydney City Council. Leda Vannaclip were pleased to work with Co-ordinated Landscapes on the supply and installation of the 2km’s of gates and fencing for the site. The design is unique and looks stunning in terms of finish - December 13, 2008 - Leda Vannaclip

Interior Talent Principal Nadia Roberts Featured in Boutique Design Magazine

Interior Talent, one of the leading recruitment firms for Architecture and Interior Design, has recently been featured in the November / December 08 issue of Boutique Design Magazine: For High-End Hospitality. Principal Nadia Roberts was interviewed by journalist Kelly Hushin on her advice and expertise in the industry and asks the hard questions about how to get, and stay, employed. - December 13, 2008 - Interior Talent

Interior Talent’s Free Career Coaching Webinar is Now at a New Date and Time

Interior Talent's Webinar: Tools, Tips & Tactics – Job Search Expertise from Kenneth Roberts, a leading A&D Recruiter, is now at a new time. - December 12, 2008 - Interior Talent

"Green" Architect Selected as December Commencement Speaker

Frank Harmon, FAIA, an award-winning “green” architect and Professor in Practice at N.C. State University’s College of Design, will deliver the commencement address for the College’s December graduates, dean Marvin Malecha announced recently. College of Design commencement... - December 12, 2008 - Frank Harmon Architect PA

10th Annual Architecture and Design Schools Rankings from DesignIntelligence

The people who hire architects, landscape architects, interior designers, and industrial designers weigh in with their preferred undergrad and grad programs. - December 12, 2008 - Greenway Group

Professional Engineer Michael Malcolm Slay Recognized on Top ‘Aggie 100’ List for Second Year Running

President of Slay Engineering Company, Incorporated, achieves double-digit growth in revenue for two consecutive years, ranking 55th among recognized businesses led by Texas A&M ‘Aggie’ Graduates. - December 10, 2008 - Slay Engineering Co., Inc.

Quantum3D Appoints Richard Fenwick to Lead New Quality Organization

Designer of the Oval Office “Red Phone,” Former Senior VP R&D/Engineering at OnCommand to Lead Organization’s Product Quality Efforts - December 10, 2008 - Quantum3D, Inc.

John G. Ziebarth Joins SfL+a Architects

SfL+a Architects (www.sfla.biz), has announced that John G. Ziebarth, AIA, has joined the firm as Project Manager. In this position, Ziebarth will oversee the design, management and coordination of multiple complex projects, and is responsible for creating sustainable, energy efficient... - December 10, 2008 - SFL + A Architects

Balfour Beatty Construction Forms Federal Group