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Habitat Newark Appoints New Executive Director
David R. Zurheide, a veteran of more than 19 years in the home building and construction industry, has been appointed Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity Newark, effective immediately. - May 31, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity Newark/Essex County NJ
DAVACO Names Pat Doak as National Account Executive
DAVACO, Inc., the national leading provider of retail services, announced today that it has named Pat Doak as national account executive. Based in Dallas, Texas, Doak is responsible for new business development and the management of existing accounts for DAVACO’s national retail clients. He... - May 31, 2008 - DAVACO, Inc.
Restoration Specialist Appoints New South West Manager
Leading UK restoration specialist Linford-Bridgeman has expanded in to the South West with the appointment of Ian McEvoy as its new regional manager. - May 30, 2008 - Linford-Bridgeman
Julie LaTerra Homes Launches a “Realtor Girl’s Night Out”
Julie LaTerra Homes launched a series of presentations and interactive seminars designed to assist the Charlotte Realtors in growing their business as they learn how they can educate consumers on the most up-to-date trends in custom homebuilding. - May 30, 2008 - Julie LaTerra Homes
Economic Slowdown Good News for Small Businesses Claims UK Business Expert
Despite rising fuel price, a credit crunch and predicted economic downturn UK business expert, Stefan Drew, is claiming this could be the best year ever for many small businesses. - May 30, 2008 - Stefan Drew Associates
Commercial Interior Resources, LLC Launches QuickShip Office Furniture Program
Commercial Interior Resources, LLC adds a QuickShip Office Furniture option for maximum of 2 week turnaround for design, order, delivery, and installation. Commercial Interior Resources is an Office Furniture USA dealer for Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas. - May 29, 2008 - Commercial Interior Resources LLC
Universal Wrecking Corp Awarded Second Phase of Large Demolition Project
Universal Wrecking Corp., a premier demolition, scrap metal recycling and wrecking contractor that operates on a nationwide basis, was recently awarded the next phase of the demolition of a large manufacturing and warehousing facility in Pennsylvania. - May 29, 2008 - Universal Wrecking Corp
A Journey Into Color Trends for 2008
Julie LaTerra Homes, with her “Made From Scratch” ™ approach, launched another very successful event for consumers with her monthly “Girl’s Night Out.” Women had fun and relaxed as they enjoyed various wines, cheese, fresh fruit and hot Hor d’oeuvres and participated in an interactive seminar presented by a Julie LaTerra Homes Interior Designer. This was an inspiring journey into color, fabrics and design as they explored Pantone's 2008 Color Trends. - May 29, 2008 - Julie LaTerra Homes
R. Baker and Son All Industrial Services Celebrates 73 Years in Business
R. Baker & Son All Industrial Services, an expert dismantlement, demolition, plant relocation and decommissioning contractor, recently celebrated their 73rd year in business. In 1932 the company founder, Robert Baker, started the company with a Brockway truck and worked out of the old prospect... - May 29, 2008 - R. Baker and Son All Industrial Services
Premium Home Upgrades Offered Through New Home Improvement Center
The Basement Doctor offers interior design, basement finishing and home improvements in a new retail Center in central Ohio. - May 25, 2008 - The Basement Doctor
College Pro Painters Charity Work
Student painters from College Pro team up with Sherwin Williams to paint the homes of four Madison families who otherwise could not have afforded to have their homes painted. For one couple, the Coopers, the College Pro student painters will be donating over 180 hours of work. - May 24, 2008 - College Pro Painters
New Vision Takes Shape: Setzer Design Premiers 70 Meter / 230' Mega-Yacht
Setzer Design Group has announced the premier of “S-70,” one of 16 futuristic designs from 30 to 80 meters to be introduced this summer as the award-winning superyacht design studio completely rewrites its own successful play book. This new flagship design, a 70-meter, plumb bow... - May 24, 2008 - Setzer Design Group
Multi Room Audio Goes Green
Nuvo Essentia - the World’s first energy star multi room audio system comes to Thailand. - May 24, 2008 - H3 Digital
JDavis Architects Sponsors Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Conference
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC, (www.jdavisarchitects.com) a full-service architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm, has announced that the firm sponsored the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce’s 2008 Community Success Forum “Our Water, Our... - May 24, 2008 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
Studio A Reinvents "5 College Way" for College of Charleston
Charleston, SC, architect helps school reclaim historic building for new purpose. - May 24, 2008 - Studio A Architecture, Inc.
Applewood Acres Gardening & Landscaping is Sowing the Seeds for Positive Aging
Applewood Acres Gardening & Landscaping (Applewood Acres) based in Mississauga, announced a new special service offering to seniors and family members with seniors living in the Mississauga-Etobicoke corridor of western Toronto. Applewood Acres is offering customized home care gardening and... - May 23, 2008 - Applewood Acres Gardening & Landscaping
BJAC Receives Pinnacle Business Award for Steady Growth and Profitability
Lou Jurkowski, founder and chief executive officer of BJAC pa (www.bjac.com), one of the largest woman-owned architectural design firms in the Southeast, has announced that the firm has received the 2008 Pinnacle Award for Steady Growth and Profitability, presented by the Greater Raleigh Chamber of... - May 23, 2008 - BJAC
Pangaea Holds Annual General Meeting and Announces Construction is Underway at Its Housing Developments in Kenya and Zambia
Pangaea Development Holdings Limited held its second Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, 20 May at the Gaborone Sun Hotel in Botswana. During the meeting, Mr. Barry Newton, Pangaea’s Chairman, announced that house construction and sales were underway at its major housing estate developments in both Kenya and Zambia. Pangaea is a Pan-African regional property investment and development company that focuses on investments in the development of affordable housing estates in selected African markets. - May 23, 2008 - Pangaea Partners, Ltd.
KEO Achieves First LEED Certified Design in Kuwait
Sabah Al Ahmad International Financial Center sets new benchmark for Sustainability in the region. - May 22, 2008 - KEO International Consultants
DAVACO Offers Implementation of "Green" Programs to Retailers as Seen in the Wall Street Journal’s "Building Green" Special Section
DAVACO, Inc., the national leading provider of retail services, was recently featured in the Wall Street Journal’s special section on “Building Green” in the May 14, 2008 edition of the nationally distributed newspaper. DAVACO, which specializes in the quality management and... - May 22, 2008 - DAVACO, Inc.
DAVACO’S Rick Davis Named to SPECS Board CEO Lends Expertise to Plan for Annual Retail Conference
DAVACO, Inc., the national leading provider of retail services, announced today that Rick Davis, CEO of DAVACO, was recently named to the 2009 SPECS Advisory Board. SPECS, which stands for store planning, equipment and construction services, is an annual retail industry conference that is owned and... - May 22, 2008 - DAVACO, Inc.
Hailo LLC Welcomes New Mechanical Engineer
Hailo LLC, a Long Island, NY based aluminum ladder manufacturer in Holbrook, has hired Ralph Weinmuller as their new Mechanical Engineer. - May 22, 2008 - Hailo LLC
JumboLoans.tv Brokering Billions in International Construction Loans
JumboLoans.tv expands world wide to cater to Dubai Construction Loans, India Construction Loans while also staying its course to fund Costa Rica Construction Loans, Panama Construction Loans, Mexico Construction Loans, and Belize Construction Loans. - May 22, 2008 - JumboLoans.tv
Hailo LLC Accepts Finalist New York State Foreign Investment Award
NY based aluminum ladder manufacturer is finalist for NY State Foreign Investment Award. - May 21, 2008 - Hailo LLC
JDavis Architects’ Design Named Best New Retail Development
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC (www.jdavisarchitects.com), a full-service architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm, has announced that HighPark Village was named the Best New Retail Development at the Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women (TCREW) 2008 Champion... - May 21, 2008 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
George W. Thomas Joins PinnacleOne as Market Development Manager for Construction Claims Services
PinnacleOne, one of the nation’s leading construction consulting firms, today announced that George W. Thomas, Esq. has joined the firm as Market Development Manager for Construction Claims Services. Mr. Thomas, who will be based in the Columbia, Maryland office, will expand... - May 20, 2008 - PinnacleOne, an ARCADIS company
Richard Kammann Joins ARCADIS as Client Development Manager
ARCADIS, one of the nation’s premier engineering and project management/construction management (PM/CM) firms, is pleased to announce the addition of Dick Kammann to its staff. Located in ARCADIS’ Columbia, MD office, Mr. Kammann will serve as Client Development Manager (CDM) in support of the firm’s Mid-Atlantic PM/CM operations. - May 20, 2008 - PinnacleOne, an ARCADIS company
Surface Consulting, Inc. Creates Exterior Finish at Orlando Street of Dreams
Surface Consulting, Inc. Creates Showcase Home’s Exterior Finish at 8th Orlando Street of Dreams. - May 20, 2008 - Surface Consulting
Renovation Specialists RealItalia and Sextantio Share Secrets to Owning Historic Italian Home
Realitalia has created a unique program designed to take the pressure out of purchasing and maintaining homes in the Italian countryside. - May 19, 2008 - Realitalia
Superyacht UK Tour Proves the Time is Right for Setzer Design Group's New "Vision"
When superyacht architect Ward Setzer of Setzer Design Group joined the 2008 Superyacht United Kingdom Tour of Excellence in April, he was after more than a good look at Britain’s shipyards and updates on the UK supply chain. He was also looking for proof that a new series of futuristic... - May 18, 2008 - Setzer Design Group
Pawfriendly Landscapes Donated to San Diego Earth Works Day Fundraiser
Pawfriendly Landscapes donated a landscape design and autographed book called, "Pawfriendly Landscapes - How to Share the Turf When Your Backyard Belongs to Barney," to San Diego's Earth Works Day. - May 17, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
R. Baker and Son All Industrial Services Completes Rigging of Colgate Clock
This is an historical look back at one of R. Baker and Son All Industrial Services's most prestigious rigging accomplishments. During the early hours on a clear September Saturday morning with the majestic downtown Manhattan skyline as a backdrop, a new chapter unfolded on the flourishing Jersey... - May 17, 2008 - R. Baker and Son All Industrial Services
BJAC Sponsors 2008 CED’s Biotech Conference
Lou Jurkowski, founder and chief executive officer of BJAC pa (www.bjac.com), one of the largest woman-owned architectural design firms in the Southeast, has announced that the firm is a bronze sponsor for the Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) Biotech Conference. The conference will be... - May 17, 2008 - BJAC
R. Baker and Son All Industrial Services Completes Demolition of Silos
R. Baker and Son All Industrial Services completed the technical demolition, dismantlement and decommisssioning of two tall ash silos at an active power plant in New York. - May 16, 2008 - R. Baker and Son All Industrial Services
Woodland Homes of Huntsville Announces the Debut of New TV Show
Woodland Homes of Huntsville will debut a new television show, "Dream Home Cooking," on May 31st. "Dream Home Cooking," is a cooking show and a home show combined, and founders of Woodland Homes, Mike and Melissa Friday will be the hosts. - May 16, 2008 - Woodland Homes of Huntsville
R. Baker & Son All Industrial Services Maintains 3A2 D&B Rating
Due to their financial strength, R. Baker and Son All Indutrial Services has had their D&B Rating maintained at a 3A3. - May 16, 2008 - R. Baker and Son All Industrial Services
Kitchen Tune-Up Franchise System's Lead Designer Earns Industry Certification
Kitchen Tune-Up announced today that Tammy Doerr has earned certification as an Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer (AKBD) from the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), the leading trade association for the kitchen and bath industry. The premiere hallmark for kitchen and bath... - May 16, 2008 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Salton Companies Announced That It Will be Launching a New Brand and Interactive Website
Salton Companies (Salton) has focused on upholding its position as a quality builder. Most of Salton work is new construction, transforming plans and drawings into actual structures. One other area of proven expertise is the rehabilitation/renovation of facilities and Church Construction. Salton... - May 16, 2008 - Salton Companies
Elizabeth Bublitz, Author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Will be Signing Her Book on June 22 at Barnes & Noble in Cheyenne, Wyoming
Elizabeth Bublitz, author of "Pawfriendly Landscapes- How to Share the Turf When Your Backyard Belongs to Barney," will be signing her book at Barnes & Noble in Cheyenne, Wyoming at 1851 Dell Range Blvd. on June 22, 2008 from 2 pm - 4 pm. For more information, go to www.pawfriendlylandscapes.com. - May 16, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
InCheck Technologies Improves Asset Management with Online Service Model
InCheck Technologies introduces InSite™ – the first integrated condition monitoring solution for predictive maintenance built using network centric architecture. This means that a plant’s key physical assets can now be monitored more efficiently and at lower cost, making a... - May 15, 2008 - InCheck Technologies, Inc.
JDavis Architects Designed Development Recognized by Downtown Raleigh Alliance
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC (www.jdavisarchitects.com), a full-service architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm, recently announced that Palladium Plaza has received the 2008 Downtown Raleigh Alliance (DRA) Imprint Award. Roland Gammon, president of White... - May 15, 2008 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
ITCN, Inc. Relocates Warner Robins Branch Office
Local office moves to better serve their customers. New location provides faster and easier access to Robins AFB and to ITCN customers near the base. - May 14, 2008 - ITCN, Inc.
The Mack Group, LLC Completes Interior Demolition and Decontamination Project
The Mack Group, LLC, a premier asbestos abatement, decontamination and flooring removal contractor recently completed the decontamination, demolition and removal of 2 dryers from an active Fortune 500 pharmaceutical facility. - May 14, 2008 - The Mack Group, LLC
Miracle Truss Steel Buildings Help You Save Money, Time and the Environment in an Inflated Economy
Got a dream home you want to build or do you need an office space for your business? Discover the ways a steel building can enhance savings in a chaotic economy. - May 13, 2008 - MiracleTruss
Storm Catcher Hurricane Wind Abatement Screen Receives Approval for Industry's Largest Roll-Down Hurricane Screen
The Florida Building Commission has recently approved Storm Smart Industries FL#10306 application for the expanded engineering of their Storm Catcher Hurricane Wind Abatement Roll-Down Screen. Previously approved for spans up to 229 inches, Storm Catcher was already recognized as the most popular... - May 13, 2008 - Storm Smart
Decorator and Remodeler Will Work Together to Achieve Excellence
Mark of Excellence Remodeling, an award-winning design + build firm join forces with Ann Marie Elia, an experienced and accomplished Interior Decorator. - May 12, 2008 - Mark of Excellence Remodeling, Inc.
Mark T. Elia Appointed Vice Chairman of Shore Builders Association
Mark T. Elia, CGR and President of Mark of Excellence Remodeling, Inc. has been appointed Vice Chairman of the Shore Builders Association of Central Jersey Remodelers in Lakewood, New Jersey. - May 12, 2008 - Mark of Excellence Remodeling, Inc.
What Happens When You Combine the Tribeca Family Festival Street Fair and NY Artist Alex Beard with on Site Energy Co? You Get BioEla, the 208 Volt Elephant
In a behemoth effort to show their commitment to "going green" this year, the Tribeca Film Festival’s Family Street Fair challenged nature artist, writer and traveler, Alex Beard. The challenge was to create an arts and crafts activity that would incorporate one of the events'... - May 11, 2008 - On Site Energy
Pawfriendly Landscapes Offers Denver Botanic Garden Blog on Its Website - www.pawfriendlylandscapes.com
Pawfriendly Landscapes has linked the Denver Botanic Garden blog on its website at www.pawfriendlylandscapes.com. Pawfriendly Landscapes is a member of the Denver Botanic Gardens. The owner and creator of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Elizabeth Bublitz, is also a teacher at the Denver Botanic... - May 11, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Michael P. Hanson of JDavis Architects Earns LEED Accreditation
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC (www.jdavisarchitects.com), a full-service architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm, has announced that Michael P. Hanson, a project manager in the Philadelphia office, has become a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design... - May 11, 2008 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC