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New Guide from the Perlite Institute Highlights Use of Perlite for Rooftop Gardens

New from the Perlite Institute, the international trade association for perlite, is an online, one-page guide that highlights the benefits of using this sustainable mineral for rooftop gardens. The guide describes how rooftop gardens utilizing horticultural grade perlite can reduce the heat island... - December 14, 2012 - The Perlite Institute

Royal Oaks Homes Hires Alix Kunkel as Closing Coordinator

North Carolina Homebuilder Welcomes Experienced Residential Homebuilding Expert to Award-Winning Team. - December 14, 2012 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC

Specialty Home Improvement Announces to Offer Top Notch Home Remodeling Services

Specialty Home Improvement, the leading home improvement company from San Diego assures top notch and faster remodeling works with latest design-build approach. 5 years of workmanship warranty is announced as well. - December 14, 2012 - Specialty Home Improvement, Inc.

Silverleaf, Taylor Morrison’s Latest New Home Community, Brings New Homes, High-Tech Interactive Home™ to Denver Homebuyers

Taylor Morrison Denver unveils its latest new home community in Broomfield on Dec. 15, with seven spacious floor plans, scenic surroundings and the builder’s elegant, connected home solution, the Interactive Home™, to anxious Denver homebuyers. Located in the upscale community of... - December 13, 2012 - Taylor Morrison

FEMA Post-Sandy Flood Maps to Present Big Changes

Between the new flood maps and the impact of Biggert-Waters bill, homeowners in affected areas need to take action or find flood insurance premiums going through the roof. Biggert-Waters is law that reauthorized the National Flood Insurance Program, and makes a lot of changes. For instance, subsidies will be phased out for many building types other than primary residences. PolycreteUSA has a program to aid in upgrading properties. - December 13, 2012 - PolycreteUSA

Shodeen Breaks Ground on Dodson Square Townhomes, Construction Begins on New Downtown Geneva Property

The city of Geneva has issued building permits and construction is underway at Dodson Square Townhomes, a five-unit community of upscale townhomes to be located at the southeast corner of South and Second Streets in downtown Geneva. According to Craig Shodeen, President of Shodeen Residential, two... - December 12, 2012 - Shodeen Homes

The Perlite Institute Enhances Social Media Presence

New Facebook and LinkedIn presence encourages engagement and boosts awareness of perlite and the Perlite Institute. - December 11, 2012 - The Perlite Institute

Airhart Sells Out First Two Phases, Prepares to Start Construction of Third Phase at Courthouse Square

With the first two phases sold out, Airhart Construction has announced the opening of sales in Phase III at Courthouse Square rowhomes in downtown Wheaton. “We are selling and building; the demand is certainly there. Two homes are already sold in phase III,” said Court Airhart,... - December 09, 2012 - Airhart Construction

Home Design Firm Apchin Design Corp. Is Now Featured on Houzz

The home design firm Apchin Design Corp has just announced that they are now featured designers on Houzz.com. The home design firm currently has eight reviews from satisfied customers and has started a portfolio of completed projects, including their world renowned luxury homes. Houzz is a leading... - December 09, 2012 - Apchin Design Corp.

Balfour Beatty Joins W&J and M.W. Williams in Groundbreaking on $100 Million Technology Center in Florida

Balfour Beatty Construction, W & J Construction Corporation and M.W. Williams Construction Group broke ground on the $100 million Harris Technology Center in Palm Bay, Florida. At a groundbreaking ceremony on November 27, Florida Governor Rick Scott and Harris Corporation President and CEO... - December 08, 2012 - Balfour Beatty Construction

Irvine Pacific® Announces Cambria Neighborhood to Debut in the Popular Village of Stonegate

Irvine Pacific’s Newest Neighborhood to Open in January 2013; Townhomes Perfect for First Time Homebuyers; Three Floorplans Offer Spacious Living Areas; Steps from Award-Winning Stonegate Elementary School - December 07, 2012 - The Villages Of Irvine

Direct Digital Controls/HumeraTech Receives 2013 Alerton Platinum Dealer Award

Direct Digital Controls is recognized among the top 15% of Alerton dealers nationwide. - December 06, 2012 - Direct Digital Controls

Demand for Loft Conversions Reaches New Heights

Continuing rise in London property prices leads to an increase in demand for loft conversion services. - December 06, 2012 - Berry Construction Ltd

HGTV Visits Las Vegas to Film an Extreme Green Home

A Vegas Couple Proves that a Home can be Green and Gorgeous at the Same Time - December 06, 2012 - Realm of Design, Inc

Royal Oaks Homes Supports Operation: Coming Home IV Hero Home Presentation Dec. 10

North Carolina Homebuilder Serves in Nonprofit Project to Donate Custom-Built Home to Disabled Combat Veteran and Family - December 05, 2012 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC

Taylor Morrison Unveils New Homes in Houston with Cypress Creek Lakes

Community Offers Spacious Homes, Access to Cy-Fair ISD Schools and Plenty of Amenities - December 04, 2012 - Taylor Morrison

Taylor Morrison Arizona Unveils First Community in Phoenix’s Prestigious Northeast Valley

Taylor Morrison's Lone Mountain Community Debuts with Special Evening Grand Opening on December 11 - December 04, 2012 - Taylor Morrison

Lakeland Home Builder Opening New Community in Tampa Area

Highland Homes announces that their latest venture in the Tampa area, Southwind, is coming soon. - December 02, 2012 - Highland Homes

The Douglas Company Builds Award-Winning Project

Emerald Springs development selected as overall winner of Affordable Housing Finance Magazine’s 2012 Readers’ Choice Awards - December 02, 2012 - The Douglas Company

The Douglas Company Begins Renovations on Bellefontaine Manor

Senior Affordable Housing Facility will get New Look - December 02, 2012 - The Douglas Company

Floyd McMillin Shares Envionmentally-Friendly Building Resource

Floyd McMillin of McMillin Construction Shares Envionmentally-Friendly Building Resource via the Floyd McMillin Construction Blog. - November 30, 2012 - McMillin Construction Custom Homes, Inc.

Gold Seal Certification Program Changes for 2013

Gold Seal Certification program, the leading certification program for Canadian construction management professionals such as estimators, superintendents, project managers and safety coordinators, announced today changes effective January 1, 2013. - November 30, 2012 - Canadian Construction Association

Operation: Coming Home Hosts Key Ceremony for Fourth Hero Home Dec. 10

Volunteer Project Completes Fourth Custom-Built Home to Honor the Service of U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Richie Chavis - November 30, 2012 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC

CMAA Honors Bill Lacher and CMAA Gulf Coast Chapter

Vanir’s Bill Lacher, vice president and regional manager, was presented two awards by the Construction Management Association of America – the 2012 Chairman’s Award, along with the 2012 Distinguished Service Award. The awards recognize a CMAA member for their outstanding long-term contributions to the profession and association. Additionally, the CMAA Gulf Coast Chapter, which was founded by Mr. Lacher in 2011, received the award for National Chapter of the Year for Population Division II. - November 29, 2012 - Vanir Construction Management, Inc.

Royal Oaks Homes Ranks Among Triangle’s Top 50 Fastest-Growing Businesses

North Carolina Homebuilder Ranks 30 on Annual Fast 50 Survey of Privately Held Companies Revealed by Triangle Business Journal - November 28, 2012 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC

Pod Space Shortlisted for the Northern Design Awards

Pod Space®, one of the UK’s most well-known pod designers and retailers, has been shortlisted for the Northern Design Awards, an annual event which celebrates the finest talents in the North’s design industry. The Northern Design Awards is one of the biggest and most well-respected... - November 28, 2012 - Pod Space

Sunchoice Corporate Housing Announce New Furnished Apartments in Tampa

Sunchoice Corporate Housing has just announced that they have new furnished apartments in Tampa and Orlando available for rent. Their furnished apartment rentals in Orlando and Tampa are best suited toward business travelers and individuals or families that are relocating to Florida. Their... - November 24, 2012 - Sunchoice Corporate Housing

Builders Site Protection Selected as Floor Protection Supplier for Camp Pendleton Hospital Project

Builders Site Protection announced today that they have been chosen as the surface protection supplier for the Replacement Naval Hospital project at Camp Pendleton Military Base. The $451 million project is a Clark/McCarthy joint venture under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Builders Site Protection is the premier surface protection manufacturer and supplier on the West coast. - November 21, 2012 - Builders Site Protection

Jaime Partners Announces Successful Completion of Top Chef Finalist’s New Searsucker Scottsdale Restaurant

Jaime Partners, the San Diego-based, highly regarded and experienced project management company, is announcing the successful completion of Top Chef finalist’s new Searsucker restaurant located in Scottsdale, Arizona. After successfully managing and completing the first Searsucker project in... - November 16, 2012 - Jaime Partners

Monmouth County Modular Building Company Sponsors Food Drive to Help Victims of Hurricane Sandy

M SPACE, a full-service modular general contractor, located in Wall, NJ is hosting a food drive to help the victims of Hurricane Sandy. They are collecting non-perishable food items at their office located in the Monmouth Shores Corporate Park - 4814 Outlook Drive, Suite 108, Wall Township, NJ. - November 15, 2012 - M SPACE

Statue of Liberty Surges Back to Power with the Help of Natoli Construction

New Jersey-based construction crew works around the clock in the wake of Superstorm Sandy to restore permanent power to the international symbol of freedom. - November 14, 2012 - Joseph A. Natoli Construction Corporation

Statue of Liberty National Monument Upgrades Pose “Monumental” Challenges for Construction Team

Local New Jersey-based contractor makes nearly impossible upgrades to American national treasure, simultaneously improving life and safety features and solving logistical challenges of reconfiguring interior of the 19th-century structure. - November 12, 2012 - Joseph A. Natoli Construction Corporation

CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners Closes on Sale of 5 Acre Hotel Site in Coppell, Texas

CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners (CASE) is pleased to announce the sale of 5 acres of vacant land on the east side of Point West Boulevard, south of Dividend Drive in Coppell, Texas. Zoned for full service hotel, the developer, Sava Holdings, designed a concept to fit the desires of the city... - November 10, 2012 - CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners

Springfield Mobile Ship "The Beast" Across the North Sea

Springfield Mobile, a leading UK manufacturer of portable buildings for use in the education, business and sports sectors, announce plans to ship a 10 tonne unit across the North Sea. Springfield Mobile has recently completed what they believe to be the biggest ever single mobile building... - November 10, 2012 - Springfield Mobile Ltd

Hughes Environmental Awarded a Position on Business First's "Fast Fifty"

Hughes Environmental, a commercial duct cleaning and combustible dust remediation company has been awarded a position on Business First’s “Fast Fifty” list for the second consecutive year. - November 08, 2012 - Hughes Environmental

Industry Veteran Retires from Springfield Mobile

Springfield Mobile, a leading UK manufacturer of portable buildings for use in the education, business and sports sectors, announce the retirement of their CEO after a fantastic 39 years. Springfield CEO, Ken Britner, has finally taken a well deserved retirement after 39 years service. The... - November 07, 2012 - Springfield Mobile Ltd

Addison Homes Wins EarthCraft Gold Award

Addison Homes received an EarthCraft House Gold Project of the Year Award during last week’s EarthCraft Celebration of Excellence in Atlanta. The October event, hosted by Southface and the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association, recognized 17 industry leaders from across the Southeast for... - November 07, 2012 - Addison Homes

New Guide Helps Improve Cost Predictability of Construction Projects

Joint federal government and industry cost predictability taskforce guide now downloadable from the Canadian Construction Association website. - November 07, 2012 - Canadian Construction Association

Taylor Morrison Unveils Homes Inspired by Social Media Site Pinterest to Austin Homebuyers Nov. 10

Taylor Morrison is taking a cue from social media site Pinterest and unveiling homes inspired by the popular website on Nov. 10 at the grand opening of Ladera in Bee Cave. From noon until 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 10, Austin home buyers will get the chance to tour two new model homes, the Florian... - November 06, 2012 - Taylor Morrison

Leading Chicago Home Improvement Company Announces Special Offers for Seniors & Referrals

Budget Construction Company is a leading home improvement firm in Chicago which is offering good discounts for seniors and on referrals. The company provides premium home improvement services at budget rates. - November 06, 2012 - Budget Construction Company

Balfour Resource Group, Balfour Beatty Construction Organize Golf Tournament Benefiting Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt

The Nashville offices of Balfour Resource Group (BRG) and Balfour Beatty Construction (BBC) came together to raise money for the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt with their sixth annual golf tournament. “It feels great giving back to the children’s... - November 04, 2012 - Balfour Resource Group

Taylor Morrison Arizona Partners with Phoenix Children’s Hospital This Holiday Season to Raise Funds for Great Cause

From now through mid-December, Phoenix residents can receive a pack of holiday cards designed by the talented patients at Phoenix Children's Hospital for free when they visit a Safeway store on designated days. - November 03, 2012 - Taylor Morrison

BostonCedar.com Goes Mobile

Due to the ubiquitous nature of changing technology, on-the-go mobile Web surfing is now viewed by many as the "new Web." Mobile users demand easily accessible content at their fingertips from virtually anywhere. For that reason, Boston Cedar has launched a mobile-device friendly version of its award-winning website. - November 02, 2012 - Boston Cedar

Morris Cooper Launching First Social Media Campaign This Fall

The interior designer reveals what made her decide to have a presence in social media. - November 02, 2012 - Morris Cooper Design

CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners Represented c3 Premedia Solutions in 21,347 SF Office Relocation

CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners (CASE) announces today that it represented c3 Premedia Solutions, Inc. in a 21,347 square foot, five-year office lease located at 1601 Summit Avenue in Plano, Texas. The graphics services provider relocated from Las Colinas to an area just east of Collin Creek... - November 02, 2012 - CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners

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