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Nemours Children's Hospital Wins Best of the Best
Nemours Children’s Hospital won two awards March 1st at IIDA’s Annual Best of the Best gala (Georgia Chapter). The first award was in the Healthcare Design category and the second was best overall out of all 11 categories, the Best of the Best. The International Interior Design Association (IIDA) is a professional networking and educational Association of 13,000 Members in 10 specialty practice forums and 31 Chapters around the world. - March 08, 2013 - Stanley Beaman & Sears
Stanley Beaman & Sears Architects Receive Design Awards for Adamsville Regional Health Center
Stanley Beaman & Sears has recently won two awards for their Adamsville Regional Health Center project. The Southeast Region of DBIA awards First Place: Public Sector, Building Under $15 Million. Construction team partners include Whiting-Turner Contracting Company and Hermosa Construction Group. The 2013 AIA/AAH Healthcare Design Awards Program, Category A: Built, Less than $25 million. The project will be exhibited at the 2013 AIA National Convention and Expo in Denver, Colorado. - March 08, 2013 - Stanley Beaman & Sears
1-800 NY BULBS, Ltd. Launches New Electrical Contracting Division
1-800 NY BULBS, Ltd. launches a brand new electrical contracting division, supervised by seasoned electricians Joseph DelVecchio Jr. and Sr. The company's new branch will offer comprehensive electrical services, increasing 1-800 NY BULBS' ever-expanding platform in the New York Metropolitan Area. - March 08, 2013 - 1-800 NY BULBS
Taylor Morrison Arizona Offers Family Fun, Spring Training Baseball Tickets at March 9 Las Brisas Grand Opening in Goodyear
Tour all six of Taylor Morrison’s model homes at Las Brisas Discovery/Encore and Las Brisas Expedition to receive a ticket to the game. There is a limit of four tickets per family and the offer is only good while supplies last. - March 08, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Richelieu Exhibits at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show 2013
Richelieu, a leading supplier of kitchen and bath products and hardware, will exhibit at the KBIS 2013 in New Orleans. Several new, exclusive and innovative products will be unveiled. - March 07, 2013 - Richelieu Hardware
Perrone Construction Wins SRQ Magazines Home of the Year Competition
A Dutch West Indies style home wins this years coveted Home of the Year award. Built by Perrone Construction as an example of their Jewel Box line of homes at slightly less than 4,000 square feet the home is a stunning example of true to style architecture. - March 06, 2013 - Perrone Construction
Barrington Pools to Build New Stingray Pool at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium
Chicago custom swimming pool builder, Barrington Pools has been selected by Shedd Aquarium to build the pool for their new Stingray Touch exhibit. This is the second stingray pool that the company has built in Chicago since 2007. Barrington Pools enjoys the challenge of building museum quality pools in addition to the custom residential and commercial spas and pools that it has built in Chicago, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Iowa over the past decades. - March 05, 2013 - Barrington Pools
General Contractor in Arlington, MA, Reaches Out to Local Homeowners with Help from Web Marketers
Homeowners in and around Arlington, MA, will soon have an easier time finding a qualified general contractor to handle home remodeling, from tile installation to bathroom renovation to plumbing services. Through a new partnership with the online marketing company Prospect Genius, locally owned... - March 03, 2013 - Durkin Construction & Plumbing Inc.
Rabine Group Hires a New Director of National Accounts
Justin Head joins Rabine Group as Director of National Accounts for the Western Region. - March 03, 2013 - Rabine Group
MKA Capital Group Announces Cathedral City California Tesoro Project to Break Ground in Spring 2013
The project will consist of 107 single-family detached homes in a residential area of Cathedral City, CA. - March 02, 2013 - MKA Capital Group Advisors
Acoustics Expert Dr. Prasad Gives Keynote Presentation at International Conference
Professor Marehalli Prasad advocates better design to reduce environmental noise. - March 02, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Taylor Morrison Denver Announces Pre-Sales at Its Latest New Home Community, Terrain in Castle Rock
Taylor Morrison has announced that pre-sales have begun for its latest community, Terrain, located in prestigious Castle Rock, Colo. Located conveniently between the Denver metropolitan area and Colorado Springs, Terrain offers a connected family lifestyle surrounded by the beauty of the Colorado... - March 01, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Local Construction Company Wins Regional Award
EDW Builders Named NARI 2013 Regional Contractor of the Year - March 01, 2013 - EDW Builders
Yemela D. Bell-Gomez, Owner/Partner Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Yemela D. Bell-Gomez of Victorville, California has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of civil engineering. About Yemela D. Bell-Gomez, Owner/Partner Ms. Bell-Gomez has over 8 years experience... - February 28, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
A New, High Tech Concrete Scanning & Utility Location Service Provider Has Just Launched, Offering Services to the Building and Construction Industry in Sydney
Concrete Scanning Services is proud to announce their new Concrete Scanning & Utility Location Services for Sydney and Sydney surrounds. They use the latest Ground Penetrating Radar Technology (GPR) and precision Pipe & Cable Locators to provide underground utility locating and mapping services to the building and construction industry. - February 28, 2013 - Concrete Scanning Services Pty Ltd
RMI Premiers ADVANTAGE for Windows Surface at The Rental Show
During the 2013 Rental Show RMI proudly premiered the first Microsoft Windows Surface running ADVANTAGE, read on for details about the event and this new compatibility. - February 27, 2013 - Rental Management Inc
Ease of Use, Power and BIM... the Key Words of the GRAITEC Advance 2013 Release
GRAITEC, European software developer for modeling and drawing creation for the construction industry, announces the release of the GRAITEC Advance 2013 suite. - February 27, 2013 - GRAITEC Group
Building Cleaning Services Says Mold Removal May Reduce Infant Asthma Risk
Building Cleaning Services, Inc, a company providing mold removal services for the Greater Los Angeles area, says that proper mold removal from residential homes can reduce the risk of asthma in infants. - February 24, 2013 - Building Cleaning Services
AAA Trash Be Gone in Buffalo, NY, Now Offering Commercial Dumpster Rental
Local trash removal company "AAA Trash Be Gone" is now offering commercial dumpster rental to bring cleanliness to the greater Buffalo NY area. - February 23, 2013 - AAA Trash Be Gone
Buric Global Expands to Include Owner Representation
Joe Kapitan, AIA, NCARB, will manage clients' projects from ideation to occupancy. - February 23, 2013 - Buric
J. P. Cullen Awarded Three Top Projects of 2012 from The Daily Reporter
J.P. Cullen & Sons, Inc. (Cullen) was recently recognized by The Daily Reporter for serving as the construction manager for three Top Projects of 2012. The Lapham Park Revitalization Project, UW-Whitewater Laurentide Hall and the Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare Family Care Center were among thirty notable projects from across the state that will be recognized as a Top Project during the May 2 awards banquet at the Harley Davidson Museum in downtown Milwaukee. - February 22, 2013 - JP Cullen
Ed’s Garage Doors Launches New Website to Kick-Off Strategic Marketing Program
Premiere Garage Door Service and Installation Company Introduces New Corporate Initiatives. - February 22, 2013 - Ed's Garage Doors
Beasley & Henley Interior Design “Wows” at Mediterra in Naples, FL
Renowned design firm, Beasley & Henley Interior Design is pleased to have completed the new Regency II model home for Stock Construction in the Buonasera neighborhood at Mediterra, Naples, Fl. This four-bedroom, estate home is now open for viewing. The Beasley & Henley design team, lead by... - February 21, 2013 - Beasley & Henley Interior Design
Thomas Custom Builders Earns Esteemed 2012 Angie’s List Super Service Award
Thomas Custom Builders, top general contractor in Northern Virginia, earns the 2012 Angie's List Super Service Award. - February 21, 2013 - Thomas Custom Builders
Commercial Roofing Products Manufacturer; Tropical Roofing Products Hires New General Manager for La Mirada, California Plant
Additional Validation Company is Poised for Continued Growth in Southern California - February 20, 2013 - Tropical Roofing Products
Terrace Capital, Inc. Announces - $7.8MM Non-Recourse Multifamily Loan- Jeffrey Luxury Apartments – Columbus, OH
The proceeds of this $7.8MM, 75% loan-to-value mortgage was used by the borrower, JDS Development & Management, for the repayment of existing debt and equity for the acquisition of several apartment units that were previously sold when the project was originally developed as condominium. The... - February 19, 2013 - Trinity Street Capital Partners
Bhangals Construction Consultants Launches New Build Cost Calculator iPhone App
Bhangals Construction Consultants, a leading firm offering a range of services in both the residential and commercial sectors of the construction industry, has launched a new iPhone app: the Build Cost Calculator. As an extension of their services, Bhangals Construction Consultants has launched a... - February 19, 2013 - Bhangals Construction Consultants
Groundbreaking Event
SelfStorAll, is breaking ground on a new project - Premier Garage Condos - Northern Alberta's first garage condominium project. - February 18, 2013 - SelfStorAll
Tennessee Roofer Creates New Nashville Focused Consumer Website
Tennessee-based roofing company, Nashville Roofing Master has announced the creation of a consumer focused website. The new site provides helpful advice and news about roofing materials and techniques for homeowners in the Nashville area. - February 18, 2013 - Nashville Roofing Master
Louis A. Bencardino and Bencardino Excavating Hired for Sysco Philadelphia Construction Project
Bencardino Excavating Partners with Turner Construction Company to Complete New Addition for National Food Distributor’s Philadelphia Headquarters - February 16, 2013 - Bencardino Excavating
PW Trenchless Introduce New Carbon Protocol on Website
Industry specialist for trenchless construction solutions, PW Trenchless has announced that the company is offering a new client tool directly on their website. The new carbon protocol is a part of the organization’s commitment to taking an environmental approach to their construction... - February 16, 2013 - P.W. Trenchless Construction Inc.
Gold Seal Certification Program to Phase Out Senior Practitioner Application Stream by 2014
Gold Seal Certification program, the leading Canadian certification program for construction management professionals, announced today that it will phase out applying for Gold Seal Certification as senior practitioner by 2014. - February 16, 2013 - Canadian Construction Association
Weidlinger-Engineered MIT Media Lab Awarded Boston Society of Architects’ Most Prestigious Honor
The MIT Media Lab extension, designed by Maki and Associates with Leers Weinzapfel Associates, received the Harleston Parker Medal, which acknowledges Boston’s “most beautiful piece of architecture, building, monument or structure.” - February 14, 2013 - Weidlinger Associates, Inc.
Basement Waterproofing Contractor in Newtown Works with SEO Marketers to Help More Homeowners
Newtown-area residents concerned about water drainage and foundation repair issues will soon find it easier to secure the services of a basement contractor online. - February 14, 2013 - Premier Waterproofing, LLC
Lauton & Foxton Capital Partners Announces Representation Agreement with Hush, Inc.
As an award winning firm, Hush, Inc., builds some of the finest homes and communities in the Greater Toronto Area. - February 14, 2013 - Foxton Capital Fund
Springfield Mobile Completes One-Day Installation at Rochdale School
Springfield Mobile, a leading UK manufacturer of portable buildings for use in the education, business and sports sectors, recently completed an installation of several new classroom modules at Cross Gates Primary School in Rochdale. A recent job for a school in Greater Manchester required that... - February 14, 2013 - Springfield Mobile Ltd
Customers Are Still Coming to Quick Roofing for a Roof Replacement in Winter
Despite usually being a slow period for contractors, Quick Roofing is busy fulfilling orders for roof replacement and repair in winter. Many of their roofers and customers actually prefer working in winter rather than summer. - February 09, 2013 - Quick Roofing
Huntington Beach Roofing Contractor Shulman Roofing, Inc. Launches Website as a California Roofing Resource on the Internet
Shulman Roofing specializes in re-roofs and repairs for many different projects including single-family homes, condominiums, and apartments, commercial and industrial properties. This Huntington Beach Roofing Contractor service offers quality workmanship in Roof Replacement, Roof Installation, Roof Repairs, Roof Maintenance, Roof Inspections, and Roof Systems. - February 09, 2013 - Shulman Roofing Inc
Inspiring Renovation Brings New Life to Historic Denver Building
Streamline Painting has taken a part in renovating a part of Denver’s history converting the Soergel building built in the late 1800’s, into the new Inspire Apartment residences located on Detroit and Colfax. It has been told that this building, once a hotel, hosted the famous Buffalo... - February 09, 2013 - Streamline Painting Inc.
Carnival Cruise Terminals Reflect a Polished Image
Over 3.6 million passengers traversed Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, FL last year bound for adventure on one of forty-two cruise ships, including Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, and Carnival Cruise Lines. When four of the port terminals underwent a major restoration project, the facility managers... - February 09, 2013 - Perfect Polish - Polished Concrete Specialists
Taylor Morrison Unveils New Homes in Houston with the Addition of Luxurious Grande Series at Mar Bella
Be one of the first to view Taylor Morrison’s new Grande Series collection on homes when the Texas homebuilder unveils new homes in Houston in the coastal community of Mar Bella in League City on Feb. 16. With scenic lakes, a nature preserve, coastal terrain and a Mediterranean-inspired... - February 08, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Taylor Morrison Debuts New Homes in Houston with Eagle Springs
Houston homebuyers looking for the perfect place to call home will find it when Taylor Morrison unveils new homes in Houston at Eagle Springs on Feb. 9. Offering the small-town friendliness of historic Humble along with the nearby vibrancy of the Greater Houston metropolitan area, Eagle Springs... - February 08, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Renova Renovation Attends 2013 International Roofing Expo in San Antonio, Texas
Renova Renovation announced today that the company will attend the National Roofing Contractors Association NRCA Annual Convention and the Hanley Wood International Roofing Expo held Feb. 3-7 in San Antonio, Texas. - February 07, 2013 - Renova Flooring
Harry Stendhal Presents: Fluxhouse™/Fluxcity™ Prefabricated/Modular Building System
George Maciunas Foundation is pleased to present “Fluxhouse™/Flucity™: Prefabricated Modular Building System” that can resist natural disaster, hurricanes, earthquakes, and floods. - February 07, 2013 - George Maciunas Foundation Inc.
Globe Pipe Hanger Products Adds Stainless Steel Line to Their Pipe Support Products
Stainless Steel Pipe Supports, Clamps and Hangers Now Available for Structural Needs in Corrosive Environments from Globe, SilverHawk and MaxMechanical - February 07, 2013 - Globe Pipe Hanger Products, Inc.
New Jersey Roofer Warns Consumers to Beware of Fly-by-Night Contractors
Joseph David Roofing is a well-established roofing company and can undertake any job, large or small. As your New Jersey roofing contractor, they have over 54 years of quality roofing experience with proven customer satisfaction. At Joseph David Roofing, our roofing services will help you retain the value, safety and appearance of your New Jersey home. Their gutters will keep rainwater from damaging your foundation. - February 07, 2013 - Joseph David Roofing
Best Real Estate Markets in 2013 Announced
The best real estate markets in 2013 have been released by MoneyJournal.com, which provides insight on stocks, bonds, real estate and all sorts of other investments. - February 06, 2013 - Money Journal
Weidlinger Associates Entry in 2012 New York Canstruction® Charity Event Sponsored by Goya Foods
“Room for One More,” Weidlinger’s table and chairs exhibit, was constructed entirely of Goya cans; all cans from the exhibition will be donated to City Harvest for distribution to local food banks. - February 06, 2013 - Weidlinger Associates, Inc.
Log Imports to China from New Zealand and the US Were Up 26 Percent in the Second Half of 2012 from the 1H/12, and Chinese Log Prices Reached New Record Highs
Log imports to China were off to a slow start in 2012 but in the second half of the year, shipments picked up with New Zealand and the US gaining the biggest market shares, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. The Chinese domestic log market also heated up, with log prices reaching record high levels. - February 06, 2013 - Wood Resources International LLC
Wood Pellet Exports from North America to Europe Were Up Over 70% in the 3Q/12 Year-Over-Year
Rapid expansion of wood pellet production in both the US South and British Columbia has dramatically increased pellet exports from North America to Europe the past year, according to the North American Wood Fiber Review. In the 3Q/12, total shipments were up 70 percent year-over-year to 860,000 tons. The growth is expected to continue with numerous plans for adding capacity, particularly in the US South. - February 06, 2013 - Wood Resources International LLC