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VersaStick™: New Universal "Green" Pressure Sensitive Flooring Adhesive
VersaStick™ is VOC- and solvent free clearset, fast drying adhesive for use on subfloors and against floor being laid. A versatile adhesive, it enables fewer SKUs. Spreads easily and has high ititial tack. - September 07, 2012 - MP Global Products
CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners Closes on Sale of 121 Acres in Prosper, Texas
CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners (CASE) is pleased to announce the sale of 121 acres of land within the Lakes of La Cima master-planned community to Gehan Homes and First Texas Homes. The property is located in Prosper at the intersection of La Cima Boulevard and First Street, about a 30-minute... - September 06, 2012 - CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners
Virginia Home Remodeling Company Celebrates 35 Years of Business
Recent awards for Criner’s work with Criner Remodeling include the NAHB National Remodeling Quality Award. The remodeling company holds a Guildmaster Award for Service Excellence for their overall outstanding scores from clients, and has been featured on Houzz, a review and networking site for design professionals and clients. The company was also named one of the top 500 remodelers of 2011 by Qualified Remodeler magazine. - September 05, 2012 - Criner Remodeling
International Association of Home Staging Professionals® to Hold Educational Conference and Rollout New Accredited Staging Professional® Designations
The International Association of Home Staging Professionals® will hold its Accredited Staging Professional® 2012 Educational Conference Oct. 26-28 on Whidbey Island in WA. Advanced, intense training in building and operating a successful home staging business will be offered. IAHSP® and StagedHomes.com® is unveiling new designations that Home Staging professionals attending can earn - ASP® REO, ASP® SR, and IAHSP® Premier designations. - September 02, 2012 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
Sunchoice Corporate Housing Introduces New Temporary Accommodations in Tampa
Tampa temporary housing specialists Sunchoice Corporate housing have announced the addition of several new properties to their range of accommodations for those on a corporate relocation. These new options will ensure that clients with discerning tastes have access to the best available residences... - September 01, 2012 - Sunchoice Corporate Housing
Habitat Philippines Launches I Build My Philippines Coffee Table Book
Habitat for Humanity (HFH) Philippines recently gathered government and business leaders as it launched its “I Build My Philippines” coffee table book, the first of its series, through a Prime Movers Night held last August 23 at Peninsula Manila Hotel. Housing czar and Vice President... - August 31, 2012 - Habitat for Humanity Philippines
The Douglas Company Completes Construction on Westview at Ellisville Project
Toledo, Ohio based general contractor, The Douglas Company, recently completed construction on a brand new assisted living and memory care facility in Ellisville, Missouri. The Westview at Ellisville senior community provides residents with 77,000 square feet of state-of-the-art living space that... - August 29, 2012 - The Douglas Company
Taylor Morrison Delivers Three Great Communities in Irvine, One of Money Magazine’s 2012 “Best Places to Live” List Cities
Irvine was recently named one of Money magazine’s “10 Best Places to Live” in the United States. Taylor Morrison has three communities located in the southern California city. - August 29, 2012 - Taylor Morrison
Taylor Morrison Arizona’s Norterra Ridge Offers Phoenix Homebuyers a Last Chance at a Gated Mountain Preserve Community
Nestled against the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix Mountain Preserve in north Phoenix, Arizona homebuyers are finding Taylor Morrison’s Norterra Ridge is truly a desert gem waiting to be uncovered. “Norterra Ridge is one of the last opportunities for Phoenix homebuyers to secure a home in... - August 29, 2012 - Taylor Morrison
General Membrane S.p.A Announces Introduction of EagleXtra APP Modified Bitumen to U.S. Market
Renowned Italian Roofing Manufacture Expands Global Operations to United States - August 29, 2012 - Complete Coverage
Distinctive Remodelers Transforms and Doubles the Size of Cramped Kitchen in Tinley Park Home
Breathing new life into an older home isn’t easy—unless you have the expert guidance of a master remodeler who can reconfigure spatial dimensions in creative and practical ways. Phil and Lisa Kearney benefited from such guidance when they chose Distinctive Remodelers to renovate the... - August 25, 2012 - Distinctive Remodelers
Apchin Design Corp. Will be Featured in Canadian Business Network Magazine for House Designs
Apchin Design Corp. has been selected to appear in Canadian Business Network Magazine as an expert in green and sustainable house designs. This month’s focus at TCBN is on the home building and development Industry, highlighting sustainability in house designs today through green initiatives,... - August 25, 2012 - Apchin Design Corp.
Craig Shodeen Rejoins Sho-Deen Inc. as President; Firm Adds Custom Home Affiliate
Craig Shodeen recently rejoined Geneva, IL-based Sho-Deen, Inc. as president of ShoDeen Residential. The announcement was made by Kent Shodeen, founder and chairman of Sho-Deen, Inc. ShoDeen Residential is a division of the full service Sho-Deen, Inc. real estate company that was founded in 1961... - August 24, 2012 - Shodeen Homes
Highland Homes Now Selling at Tower Grove Estates in Plant City
New community with spacious home sites priced from the $140,000s. - August 22, 2012 - Highland Homes
Operation: Coming Home Hosts Groundbreaking for Fourth Hero Home
Volunteer Project Builds Fourth Home to Honor the Service of U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Richie Chavis. - August 22, 2012 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
No Mello-Roos Taxes, Free Landscaping and Appliances at Orange County’s Latest New Home Community, Palisades at Vista Del Verde by Taylor Morrison
For a limited time, California homebuyers can take advantage of free landscaping and appliances when they choose any of the four floor plans currently available at Palisades at Vista Del Verde. They’ll also enjoy low HOA fees and no Mello-Roos taxes. - August 20, 2012 - Taylor Morrison
Irvine Pacific Announces Two New Neighborhoods for Popular Village of Stonegate
Saratoga, Mendocino to Grand Open in September 2012; Single-Family, Detached Homes with Open Floorplans Perfect for Entertaining; Just steps from Award-Winning Stonegate Elementary School; Walking Close to Pools, Parks and Additional Village of Stonegate Amenities; Provides Much Needed New Home Supply in Irvine. - August 18, 2012 - The Villages Of Irvine
Sunchoice Corporate Housing Adds to Their Temporary Accommodations Options in Tampa
Leading accommodations experts Sunchoice Corporate Housing have recently announced that the company has added several new temporary housing properties for those looking for high-class temporary housing accommodations in Tampa. These new housing options will help those embarking on corporation... - August 16, 2012 - Sunchoice Corporate Housing
Royal Oaks Building Group Names Charles O’Brien as Purchasing Coordinator
North Carolina Homebuilder Welcomes O’Brien to Assist with Cost Management for Construction Projects. - August 16, 2012 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Floyd McMillin, Honest Kansas Builder Starts Floyd McMillin Construction Blog
Honest and experienced builder Floyd McMillin from McMillin Construction Custom Homes, Inc, has started a new construction industry blog called the Floyd McMillin Construction Blog that provides a forum for companies in the building industry to share tips of the trade. The founder of the Floyd... - August 15, 2012 - McMillin Construction Custom Homes, Inc.
Lennar's Multi-Generational Home a Success in Arizona
The national home builder created a home within a home, affording privacy yet affordability for multiple adult generations living under one roof. Lennar has sold more than 100 such homes in six months in Arizona alone. - August 15, 2012 - Lennar, Arizona
Todd Usher Attends "Building Science Summer Camp"
Todd Usher, President/CEO of Addison Homes -- a custom builder in Greenville, SC, that builds 100% of its properties to rigorous environmental standards -- attended the invitation-only Westford Symposium, aka “Building Science Summer Camp.” This annual event, an industry highlight, offers a look at the latest research and information in building science. - August 11, 2012 - Addison Homes
Royal Oaks Building Group Hires Wendi L. Allen as Warranty Coordinator
North Carolina Homebuilder Welcomes Addition of Experienced Warranty Expert. - August 09, 2012 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners Closes Sale on 82,500 SF Land in Historic Stockyards in Fort Worth, Texas
CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners (CASE) today announces the sale of 82,500 square feet of land located at the corner of Northwest 28th Street and Ellis Avenue in Fort Worth, Texas, on behalf of the seller, Lucky Lady Oil Company. Located within walking distance of the historic stockyards, the... - August 05, 2012 - CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners
New Denver Homes from Taylor Morrison Are Showcased During the Denver 2012 Parade of Homes
Two Taylor Morrison Denver communities in Arvada are part of the annual Denver Parade of Homes, taking place throughout the Denver metropolitan area from August 9 to September 3. - August 04, 2012 - Taylor Morrison
Taylor Morrison Austin Gives Leg Up to Broadway Bound Performing Arts Camp
Taylor Morrison's Austin division is helping to save the Broadway Bound Performing Arts Camp (BBPAC) from serious budget challenges that are threatening its viability. Taylor Morrison recently donated wood and construction supplies and made a financial donation to assist the program. “We... - August 04, 2012 - Taylor Morrison
New Housing Reforms in ARMM Started
Nine hundred houses and 922 day care centers are expected to be constructed in the mainland and island provinces of the Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) by December 2012 with the pronouncement of the Department of Social Welfare and Developement-ARMM (DSWD-ARMM) and Habitat for Humanity... - August 03, 2012 - Habitat for Humanity Philippines
Brickpaving Perth Established as One of the Leading Paving Companies in Perth
More People Are Choosing Brick Paving Perth for their Outdoor Paving Projects. - August 03, 2012 - Brickpaving Perth
The Douglas Company Breaks Ground on Skilled Nursing Facility
Brighton Senior Care and Rehab Center Coming to Howell, Mich. - August 03, 2012 - The Douglas Company
Construction Commences on Orchard Park Rehabilitation Center
The Douglas Company Breaks Ground on Yet Another Skilled Nursing Facility - August 03, 2012 - The Douglas Company
Newly Remodeled Meldrum House Brings Actors Directors and Designers from All Over the Country
The Meldrum House was remodeled by Bonneville Builders LLC just in time for the opening of the Pioneer Theater’s new season, attracting big name actors, directors, and designers throughout the country. - August 02, 2012 - Bonneville Builders LLC
Royal Oaks Building Group Hires Melissa Venia Wickstrom as Accounts Payable Specialist
North Carolina Homebuilder Welcomes Addition tTo Accounting Department with Six Years of Industry Experience. - August 02, 2012 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Metal-Era Launches New Website
Updated Design Enhances Form and Functionality. - August 02, 2012 - Metal-Era, Inc.
GRAITEC Group Announces + 20% Turnover for First Half of the Year Comparing with 2011
GRAITEC, an editor of 3D CAD and CAE, BIM software for the structural construction industry, announces 19.7% turnover growth for the second Quarter of 2012, compared to 2011. The year to date growth reaches a consistent 20% for first half of the year. - August 01, 2012 - GRAITEC Group
Porsche of San Antonio Gets the Gold
CF Jordan’s Porsche of San Antonio Project Achieves LEED Gold Certification - July 29, 2012 - CF Jordan
Bruce Herbert Joins Royal Oaks Building Group as Director of Land Acquisition
Local Homebuilder Hires New Director of Land Acquisition to Oversee Property Development and Expansion - July 29, 2012 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
VersaWalk - New Fiber Acoustic Underlayment: Nail it, Glue it, Float it
New environmentally friendly high performing acoustic underlayment for wood, engineered wood, floating wood, luxury vinyl tile and laminate flooring...one product suits all. Made from post-industrial/pre-consumer textile fibers. Odorless, non-allergenic, VOC-free, excellent moisture management system. - July 29, 2012 - MP Global Products
Apchin Design Corp Announces Good Standings with Traveller’s Guarantee for Home Designs and Building
The luxury home builders Apchin Design Corp has just announced that they have maintained their good standing with “Traveller’s Guarantee” after another successful year of creating home designs and providing homebuilding services for customers worldwide. The Traveller’s... - July 29, 2012 - Apchin Design Corp.
Apchin Design Corp. Luxury Home Designer Partners with Coldwell Banker
Apchin Design Corp. founded by the luxury home designer, Denis Apchin has announced that his firm has partnered with Jane Hoffman, a real estate specialist from Coldwell Banker. Hoffman is a firmly established and prolific agent in the Okanagan region of British Colombia. This partnership will help... - July 29, 2012 - Apchin Design Corp.
Kitchen and Bath Renovation Company in Albany, NY Joins With SEO Firm to Better Serve Local Homeowners
Razzano Homes and Remodelers, Inc. recently partnered with Prospect Genius, a leader in local online advertising, to launch a new marketing initiative designed to boost the remodeling and renovation company's presence online. This move will make the company's Web site more accessible to residents throughout Albany and the Capital Region who are looking for services like kitchen remodeling, sunroom additions, and roof replacement via search engines such as Google, Yahoo!, and Bing. - July 28, 2012 - Razzano Homes and Remodelers, Inc.
Highland Homes Offers Winter Haven New Homes from $99,900 at Overlook Ridge
Highland Homes is known throughout Central Florida as a Value Leader, offering affordably priced homes in desirable locations. Overlook Ridge, located in Polk County, exemplifies the builder’s outstanding value. At this centrally located community, buyers may purchase Winter Haven new homes priced from $99,900 with only $99 out of pocket. - July 28, 2012 - Highland Homes
Builders Site Protection Releases New 2012-2013 Surface Protection Catalog
Surface Protection manufacturer Builders Site Protection announced today that they have just released their brand-new surface protection catalog for the 2012-2013 year. The catalog includes several new products and more detailed information about some of Builders Site Protection’s most... - July 27, 2012 - Builders Site Protection
2012 Victory for Vets Sunset Ride Raises $5,500 for Operation: Coming Home
Triangle Victory Riders And Triangle Veterans Association Donate Funds from Motorcycle Ride to Build New Home for Disabled Veteran. - July 27, 2012 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Build 4 Mobility, Inc., Has Developed "Best Practices" by Combining Mobility Products and Home Accessibility Modifications for People with Disabilities and Aging-in-Place
Build 4 Mobility, Inc., has initiated its Aging-In-Place model for customers with a complete selection of mobility equipment, orthotics and prosthetics for safety and best quality of life. Providing products just isn't enough for an overall Aging-In-Place model so Build 4 Mobility as a general contractor, also provides Home Accessibility Modifications making sure their customers have the best of both worlds for complete Aging-In-Place capability. - July 26, 2012 - Build 4 Mobility, Inc.
Weaver Homes Recognized Among the Nation’s Best in the Building Industry for Their Commitment to Customer Service
GuildQuality’s 2012 Guildmaster Awards Honors Pittsburgh home builder Weaver Homes - July 26, 2012 - Weaver Homes
Pittsburgh Homebuilder Reveals New Brand Identity
With a new website, logo and marketing materials, Weaver Homes’ brand transformation aims to enhance their goal to provide customers with an excellent home buying experience. - July 26, 2012 - Weaver Homes
J. Paul Leonard and Sutro Library at San Francisco State University Earns National DBIA Award
The J. Paul Leonard Library and Sutro Library at San Francisco State University received an Honor Award in the Rehabilitation/Renovation/Restoration category from the Design Build Institute of America (DBIA) in their annual national Design-Build Award Competition. - July 21, 2012 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Rates of Home Building are on the Rise in Charlotte, NC
Although home-building has seen some hard times in recent years, there is good news- rates of home-building for June have been higher than they have been in more than 4 years. Economists report that this is great news for the economy, adding that this may just be the economic stimulation this... - July 21, 2012 - Schultz Custom Homes and Remodeling
Royal Oaks Building Group Hires Zach Woody as Project Manager
Local Homebuilder Welcomes Project Manager to Oversee Lexington Plantation Community in Cameron, N.C. - July 21, 2012 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Emerald Springs Development Named Finalist in Affordable Housing Finance Readers’ Choice Awards
Emerald Springs, a multi-family housing development recently built by The Douglas Company of Holland, Ohio, has been selected as a finalist for the Family Category in Affordable Housing Finance Magazine’s (AHF’s) 2012 Readers’ Choice Awards for the Nation’s Best Affordable... - July 20, 2012 - The Douglas Company