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Flexibility, Cost Savings Lead to Rise in Design-Build Remodeling Projects
In the construction industry, the traditional way of completing a project means getting a design from an architect, soliciting bids for the work, and selecting a general contractor to complete the work. Known as "design-bid-build," this method is still very much the norm in home... - May 06, 2007 - G.M. Roth
Frank Harmon Presents "America's New Regionalism" at 2007 AIA National Convention
Ted Flato, Trey Trahan and Antoine Predock joined Harmon on the podium. - May 05, 2007 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
Hub Plumbing & Mechanical Rolls Out the Red Carpet on the South Shore, Including Real 24/7 Service
South Shore residents are in for a treat formerly reserved for Bostonians… Can you imagine your plumber rolling out a red carpet to protect your floors? Or real 24 service, with fully licensed technicians ready to respond to plumbing emergencies any hour of the day or night, every day of the... - May 05, 2007 - Hub Plumbing & Mechanical
G.M. Roth's First Fundraising Boutique of 2007 to Benefit Nashua Pastoral Care Center
In celebration of Mother's Day and support of single mothers, G.M. Roth Design Remodeling will host the First Annual "Spring Fever Extravaganza Shopping Boutique" on Friday, May 4th from 3:00-8:00pm, and Saturday, May 5th, from 10:00am-5:00pm. The event will take place in their new... - May 04, 2007 - G.M. Roth
Frank Harmon Serves as Judge for Austin, TX, Architectural Design Awards
Frank Harmon, FAIA, principal of the award-winning firm Frank Harmon Architect in Raleigh, recently served as a judge for the Austin, Texas, Chapter of the American Institute of Architects’ 2007 design awards program. The judging took place on April 27. AIA/Austin’s Design Awards... - May 04, 2007 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
SFL + a Architects Announces New Intern Architect
Robbie Ferris, president and CEO of SFL + a Architects, has announced that Rebecca Sloboda has joined the firm as an intern architect. In this position, Sloboda will work in all phases of design and production, where she will be responsible for information analysis, drafting architectural designs,... - May 03, 2007 - SFL + A Architects
65-year-old Metro Atlanta Widow Wins $200,000 Meridian Home Giveaway
Atlanta-based Meridian Homes gave away a new home valued at $200,000 in the finale to its Meridian Home Giveaway. From 8,300+ entries, a 65-year-old Atlanta widow (and Chicago native) was drawn as the winner. It will be the first house she’s ever owned. - May 02, 2007 - Meridian Homes
Vice President and General Manager of DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen Receives 40 Under 40 Award
Wesley Phillips, president of Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc. has announced that, Eric Phillips, senior vice president of administration for Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc. and vice president and general manager of DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of the Triangle, a Bryant-Phillips Associates... - May 01, 2007 - Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc.
Botanic Beauty & the Beast
How to create beautiful landscapes while considering your dog's behavior. Many beautiful and cost effective techniques that require no training or shock collars. Very affordable ideas for every size yard. - May 01, 2007 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
JDavis Architects, PLLC Named to List of Top Triangle Architects
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC, has announced that the firm has been ranked 4th among the top architects in the Triangle by the Triangle Business Journal. Rankings for the list were based on the number of registered architects working in the Triangle, with ties being broken by the... - April 30, 2007 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
Looking to Leave Lasting Impression
Driveway Impressions is Looking to Make Some Noise With its One-of-a-Kind Decorative Asphalt Technology - April 28, 2007 - Driveway Impressions
Elizabeth Bublitz, Owner of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Will Teach "How to Create Pet Friendly Yards," at the Denver Dumb Friends League
Elizabeth Bublitz, owner of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc. will teach, "How to Create Pet Friendly Yards," at the Denver Dumb Friends League on Wednesday, April 26, 2007 at 7pm. - April 26, 2007 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
SFL + a Architects Announces New CAD Technician
Robbie Ferris, president and CEO of SFL + a Architects, has announced that Cindi French has joined the firm as a CAD Technician. In this position, French will be responsible for a wide range of construction administration duties, primarily drafting data for client projects, both large and small. - April 26, 2007 - SFL + A Architects
Charleston Homes Announces Charleston Commons at Jackeys Creek Agent
Scott McCrary, president of Charleston Homes, a regional homebuilder based out of Raleigh, has announced that Phillip Peed has been named the onsite agent for Charleston Commons at Jackeys Creek. Peed is an agent with Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Builder Services and is currently the... - April 26, 2007 - Charleston Homes
International Association of Home Staging Professionals 2007 Symposium
Industry Growth, Direction, Breakthroughs and Awards Among the Attractions - April 26, 2007 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
BJAC Employee Earns LEED Certification
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC, has announced that Michelle McNutt has earned the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Accredited Professional certification. This professional certificate recognizes individuals with extensive knowledge of LEED standards for the... - April 25, 2007 - BJAC
SEPI Engineering Group Partners with YWCA SETech Program
Sepi Asefnia, president of SEPI Engineering Group, has announced that the company is partnering with the YWCA of the Greater Triangle in support of their Science, Engineering and Technology (SETech) Program, an expanding summer camp for girls in grades six through eight, to provide a hands-on... - April 24, 2007 - SEPI Engineering Group
Charleston Common at Alexander Place Announces Final Phase Now Selling
Scott McCrary, president of Charleston Homes, a regional homebuilder based out of Raleigh, has announced the selling of the final phase of Charleston Common at Alexander Place. The development features 79 Charleston-style single-family homesites. Located in the booming Brier Creek shopping... - April 20, 2007 - Charleston Homes
JDavis Architects, PLLC Marketing Director Named to Big Bad Ball Board
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC, has announced that Catherine DeWitt, marketing director for the firm, has been named to the Board of Directors for the Big Bad Ball. Hosted annually by the Young Executives Board of the Capital City Club, the Big Bad Ball is a black tie event... - April 20, 2007 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc. Inks Deal with Cumberland Cove Apartments
Wesley Phillips, president of Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc., a Licensed General Contractor specializing in fire, water, and smoke damage restoration, has announced that the company has been contracted by Cumberland Cove Apartments in Raleigh to provide fire and water damage restoration. - April 18, 2007 - Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc.
Linda Kulka Heads Carolina Healthcare Interior Design Group
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC, p.a., one of the largest woman-owned design firms in the Southeast, has announced that Linda Kulka, director of interiors, has founded the Carolina Healthcare Interior Design Group. The group meets quarterly to discuss issues that designers face in... - April 17, 2007 - BJAC
Elizabeth Bublitz, Owner of Pawfriendly Landscapes, to Lecture at Denver Botanic Gardens
Elizabeth Bublitz, owner of Pawfriendly Landscapes and creator of pet friendly landscapes, will be teaching for the second year at the Denver Botanic Gardens on April 17, 2007. - April 17, 2007 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Meridian Homes to Announce Winner of $200,000 New Home Giveaway
A $200,000 value new home giveaway (or $150,000 in cash) will take place in the finale of a Meridian Homes contest. The announcement is scheduled for 9 a.m. Tuesday, April 17th. Meridian Homes is an Atlanta-based builder who sells more than 500 homes a year and has been in business since 1995. - April 16, 2007 - Meridian Homes
SFL + a Architects Announces New Principal and Director of Sustainable Design
Robbie Ferris, president and CEO of SFL + a Architects, has announced that Charles Brown, AIA, LEED AP, has joined the firm as principal and director of sustainable design. In this position, Brown will take a lead role in implementing green techniques and strategies for the firm’s expanding... - April 16, 2007 - SFL + A Architects
Bob Moore Construction Receives 2007 Summit Award for Mouser Electronics Expansion Project
Bob Moore Construction has received the 2007 Summit Award from QUOIN, the North / East Texas Chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). Competition included 84 project submissions from 27 construction companies in north and east Texas, recognizing the top construction project... - April 16, 2007 - Bob Moore Construction
Masters Touch Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Masters Touch Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Open House on Saturday, April 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - April 15, 2007 - Masters Touch
BJAC Announces New Employee
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC, p.a., one of the largest woman-owned design firms in the Southeast, has announced that Jane Johnson has joined the firm as a project manager in the healthcare division. In this position, Johnson will work with clients and staff to manage and... - April 12, 2007 - BJAC
Weathered Stone™: The Perfect Complement to a Man Space
Weathered Stone™ will transform a ho-hum room into a haven of masculinity. - April 11, 2007 - Weathered Stone
H3 Homes offers South Florida Luxury Homes at Affordable Prices
H3 Homes believes in putting the luxury back into luxury homes, without the unreasonable prices and upgrades. - April 10, 2007 - H3 Homes, Inc.
Charleston Homes Announces Pre-Sell
Charleston Homes Announces Jackeys Creek To Pre-Sell in Summer 2007 - April 09, 2007 - Charleston Homes
Who’s that Knocking at Your Door? Know the Pros.
John Wood, the founder and CEO of Hub Plumbing & Mechanical in Dorchester, MA, offers some tips on picking the pros, distinguishing reputable professional service providers from rip off artists. - April 07, 2007 - Hub Plumbing & Mechanical
ScaffoldMart Introduces America's Meanest Walkboard
ScaffoldMart has designed a walk board built for strength, security and rock-bottom value. Find out more about the Extreme Duty aluminum/plywood scaffold walkboard at http://scaffoldmart.com/aluminum-plywood-walkboards.html. - April 05, 2007 - ScaffoldMart
Eydo, Inc. Named Sponsor of NC Spin Transportation Forum
Eydo, Inc., a communications and marketing company based in Cary, North Carolina, has been named as a sponsor for the NC Spin Transportation Forum being hosted by the Regional Transportation Alliance. - April 04, 2007 - Eydo, Inc.
Diamond Glass Provide Solution to No Smoking Ban
A Crawley based company in West Sussex believes it has the solution to the No Smoking ban. - April 04, 2007 - Diamond Glass & Windows Ltd
BJAC Wins Business Leader Magazine’s Business Champions Award
Lou Jurkowski, founder and chief executive officer of BJAC, one of the largest woman-owned design firms in the Southeast, has announced that the firm has won the Business Champions award presented by Business Leader Magazine. The award pays tribute to local organizations for their contributions to... - April 03, 2007 - BJAC
New Durra-Core™ Adhesive Makes Weathered Stone™ a Practical Flooring and Countertop Option
Weathered Stone™ is not just for vertical surfaces, the new Durra-Core™ Adhesive hardens and waterproofs Weathered Stone™ from the inside out. Durra-Core™ Adhesive is a two part epoxy designed to saturate the product. While still wet, the Durra-Core™ Adhesive will... - March 30, 2007 - Weathered Stone
Strata Systems is Certified to ISO 9001:2000
Strata Systems announces its management systems have been registered as ISO 9001:2000 compliant. - March 27, 2007 - Strata Systems, Inc.
Monarch Wants to Know: How Bad is Your Deck?
Composite Deck & Railing Company Searches for Poor Conditioned Home Decks to be Crowned “World’s Worst” - March 27, 2007 - Monarch Decking
Charleston Homes Relocates
Scott McCrary, president of Carolina Communities Development Group (CCDG), has announced that Charleston Homes has relocated to 3719 Benson Drive in Raleigh. This new location offers room for growth and increased capabilities for Charleston Homes' services. The homebuilder, previously located at... - March 26, 2007 - Charleston Homes
Creator of Pawfriendly Landscapes Speaks at Bernese Mountain Dog Club of the Rockies
Elizabeth Bublitz, owner of Pawfriendly Landscapes, is a guest speaker at the Bernese Mountain Dog Club of the Rockies monthly meeting. Her topic is creating pet friendly yards. She is the creator of pet friendly yards and her company was established in 1998. - March 25, 2007 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Georgia Door and Window Installation Company Expands to Offer Siding Installation Services
Right Angle Contracting, a local, family-owned door and window installation company, has expanded their installation services to include siding installation in Cherokee, Cobb, Bartow, Gwinnett, and surrounding counties. “James Hardie® siding is low-maintenance and protects your home... - March 24, 2007 - Right Angle Contracting
JSM Venture Set to Open Downtown Chicago Self Storage Facility
JSM Venture is transforming an old records storage facility on North Broadway into a modern, climate-controlled self-storage facility to serve downtown Chicago’s growing population. - March 24, 2007 - JSM Venture LLC
Illinois Home Builders Receive $25,000 Grant for Katrina Relief Efforts
Bloomington, Illinois-based Brady Homes, Sugar Creek Construction and 2nd Presbyterian Church receive funds to rebuild home for Katrina victim. - March 23, 2007 - Brady Homes
Blue World Pools Offer the Best Home Relaxation Option
Blue World Pools is one of the leading swimming pool dealers in the United States. Getting a swimming pool installed will give the customer the option of having and endless vacation at any time one wishes to. The excellent installation, service and financing facilities offered to customers at Blue... - March 22, 2007 - Blue World Pools
Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc. Names Director of Marketing
Wesley Phillips, president of Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc., has announced that Shawn M. Oertling has been named Director of Marketing. In this role, Oertling will manage the company’s marketing efforts as well as identify potential markets and develop plans to penetrate them. A native of... - March 21, 2007 - Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc.
JDavis Architects, PLLC Announces New Director of Sustainable Design
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC, has announced that K. Daryl Carrington, AIA, Ph.D., has joined the firm as director of sustainable design. In this position, Carrington will oversee the implementation of sustainable design strategies on a firm-wide basis, as well as manage the... - March 20, 2007 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
JSM Venture Breaks Ground on State-of-the-Art Self Storage Facility in Chicago
JSM puts latest self-storage development on the fast track with a retail look and feel that offers a superior option in a large and growing Chicago suburb. - March 17, 2007 - JSM Venture LLC
Mouser Electronics Debuts Dramatic Office and Warehouse Facilities
Bob Moore Construction was the general contractor for the expansion of Mouser Electronics Headquarters. The expansion increases Mouser’s headquarters facility from 173,000 to 432,000 SF. The project included 78,500 SF for office, call center, and data center space. A 3,000 SF two-story rotunda provides a dramatic main entrance. The expansion project also included a new 180,000 SF warehouse. - March 16, 2007 - Bob Moore Construction
Pawfriendly Landscapes Speaks at Denver Dumb Friends League
Elizabeth Bublitz, founder of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc. was the keynote speaker at the Denver Dumb Friends League annual Dr. Mary E. Bates Founders Society Luncheon. - March 14, 2007 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
JSM Venture Announces New Self Storage Development Equity Fund
JSM Venture has partnered with Matrix Capital Advisors to develop and operate institutional quality self-storage properties in the greater Chicago and Milwaukee metropolitan markets. - March 14, 2007 - JSM Venture LLC