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Argenta CDC Receives $39,000 Grant from Walmart Foundation to Create Youth Urban Agriculture Initiative
The Walmart State Giving Program has awarded Argenta Community Development Corporation a $39,000 grant to launch the Vestal Urban Farm Project for 220 students at Boone Park Elementary and Argenta Academy, the North Little Rock School District's alternative high school. For participants, the... - September 02, 2011 - Argenta Community Development Corporation
Sterling Custom Homes Supports Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Central and South Texas
Austin Builder Matches Employee’s Fundraising Efforts - September 01, 2011 - Sterling Custom Homes
Balfour Beatty Construction Hires Portnoy to Lead Public-Private Partnerships
Balfour Beatty Construction announced today the addition of Ken Portnoy as Vice President of Public-Private Partnerships. In this role, Portnoy will help lead and coordinate the pursuit and delivery of public-private partnerships (PPP) within all of Balfour Beatty Construction’s U.S. - August 31, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Jones Homes Receives Award in Professional Remodeler Magazine
Jeff Jones, president of Jones Homes, a homebuilder in Frederick, MD., was recently selected as one of the top 40 remodelers under 40 in the July 2011 issue. - August 31, 2011 - Jones Homes, LLC
Lake Norman HBA Will Host Local Economist to Discuss "Charlotte and the Lake Norman Housing Market"
The Lake Norman Home Builders Association will host Chuck Graham, local economist and principal of Newton Graham Consultants, a Charlotte, N.C.-based management consulting firm that specializes in the home building industry. Graham will be LNHBA’s featured speaker at Galway Hooker Restaurant & Irish Pub, 17044 Kenton Drive, Cornelius, NC 28031 on Thursday, September 8 at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $25 and includes hors d'oeuvres. - August 31, 2011 - Lake Norman Home Builders Association
Brookfield’s Back to School Sale Features Lower Prices, Higher Incentives for New Homes in San Diego
All San Diego new home locations by Brookfield Homes are included in the sale, from Carlsbad to Scripps Ranch to Chula Vista. - August 30, 2011 - Brookfield Homes, California
A Better House Inc. Begins Construction on First Ever ICF Military Barracks
Nashville-Based Green Builders Chosen to Build Landmark ICF Housing in Fort Campbell - August 28, 2011 - A Better House, Inc.
Community Joins Together in Home Addition/Renovation for Wounded Marine, LCpl. Colin Pascik
Coastal and LaPolla were among those who donated labor, materials, and time to the renovation of a residence for LCpl. Colin Pascik, a Marine who was injured during his time in Afghanistan. One month after being deployed, LCpl. Pascik was hit by a pressure plate improved explosive device (IED),... - August 26, 2011 - Coastal
Metal-Era Updates 3-Part CSI Specification for Fascia, Coping, Eave & Ridge Ventilation Systems
Metal-Era, Inc., the national leader in commercial roof edge and roof ventilation solutions, has just released an updated guide specification. The new 3-part CSI specification includes all of Metal-Era’s fascia and coping systems in its Roof Edge Solutions division and all the eave and ridge... - August 26, 2011 - Metal-Era, Inc.
Triangle Victory Riders Raise $4,450 to Benefit Operation: Coming Home
Victory for Vets Sunset Ride Supports Nonprofit’s Goal to Donate Homes to Disabled Veterans who Have Served in the Middle East. - August 24, 2011 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Home Owners Call "A Better Closet" the Best in Home Storage Solutions
A Better Closet builds value into clients’ homes while earning “5 Star” ratings for service, quality and efficiency to help them check HGTV FrontDoor and Freshome's tips for increasing the resale price of their homes off their to-do lists. - August 20, 2011 - A Better Closet
Ryland Homes Hosts Back-to-School Event at Henderson Community
Southern Nevada homebuilder partnering with Clark County School District's Community-School Partnership program to collect school supplies for at-risk students. - August 19, 2011 - Ryland Homes
Floyd McMillin of McMillin Construction Custom Homes, Inc. Releases New Website
Floyd McMillin of McMillin Construction Custom Homes, Inc., a leading construction company based in Topeka, Kansas has released a new website: http://www.floydmcmillin.com The website of Floyd McMillin contains information and a list of places where you can connect with Floyd McMillin and McMillin... - August 19, 2011 - McMillin Construction Custom Homes, Inc.
Frisomat Decisively Invests in Green Energy
6.000 solar panels, good for an annual CO² reduction of 372 tons. - August 18, 2011 - Frisomat industrial buildings
Builders Site Protection Announces the 2011 Young Entrepreneur Business Scholarship Award Recipient
Steven Gehlen has been awarded Builders Site Protection's 2011 Young Entrepreneur Business Scholarship. Steven is pursuing his undergraduate degree in Business Management at the University of Oregon. - August 13, 2011 - Builders Site Protection
“The Stonehill” Project in Sullivan Landing is Ready for Construction
Sullivan Landing in Kimberley BC is ready to develop on lot 38 in the new community. - August 11, 2011 - Sullivan Landing
Sika Sarnafil's Stanley Graveline Receives ASTM William C. Cullen Award
Sika Sarnafil, the worldwide market leader in thermoplastic roofing and waterproofing membranes, is pleased to announce that Stanley Graveline, Vice President, Technical Services, has received the William C. Cullen Award from ASTM International in recognition of his long-time outstanding... - August 10, 2011 - Sika Sarnafil
Addison Homes Wins National Safety Award
Addison Homes in Greenville, SC, wins a national Safety Award for Excellence for its comprehensive efforts designed to ensure an accident-free work environment for employees, trade partners and vendors. - August 10, 2011 - Addison Homes
Synergy Builders Thanks Everyone Who Participated in Facebook Raffle for a Brand New iPad 2
Synergy Builders held its Facebook raffle for a brand new iPad 2 on June 6th 2011. They would like to thank everyone who participated and helped in spreading the word about Synergy Builders. - August 08, 2011 - Synergy Builders
Synergy Builders Invites You to Participate in Their Upcoming Raffle on Facebook
Synergy Builders, a design-build home remodeling company invites you to participate in their upcoming raffle on Facebook and spread the word about their services. - August 08, 2011 - Synergy Builders
Synergy Builders Inc, Announces Its Participation at the College of DuPage Home Show
Synergy Builders Inc, a design-build home remodeling company, announces its participation at the College of DuPage Home Show in Glen Ellyn Illinois, Chicago along with 100 additional vendors. - August 08, 2011 - Synergy Builders
Architectural Jewelry Created by Silversmith Adorns Any Décor with Eco-Friendly Metal
Silversmith’s handmade decorative metal offers endless possibilities for any décor with styles from modern to rustic. - August 06, 2011 - Blue Feather Metals
U.S. Concrete Awarded High Profile Infrastructure Project in Dallas, Texas
U.S. Concrete, Inc. (NASDAQ: USCR) today announced that its Redi-Mix, LLP operation in Dallas/Fort Worth has been selected by Trinity Infrastructure, LLC as the concrete supplier for a major section of the LBJ Express project in Dallas, Texas. Redi-Mix will supply concrete for the western section... - August 05, 2011 - US Concrete
Brookfield Homes in San Diego Posts Record-Breaking Sales in July
Brookfield has reported 19 gross sales in San Diego in one month, its strongest sales month since Aug 2009. According to Lora Heramb, vice president of sales and marketing for Brookfield Homes, there are several key factors at play. “Brookfield Homes is assisting buyers with the purchase of... - August 05, 2011 - Brookfield Homes, California
Highlight Homes of Atlanta Seeks Partners to Aid Victims of Minot Flood
Georgia Developer and Builder Responds to Request from North Dakota Native to Assist with Rebuild - August 05, 2011 - Highlight Homes, LLC
GreenTex Builders Provide Water Efficient Showerheads, Raise Money for School in Africa
For a small donation, GreenTex Builders will install a new Moen water efficient showerhead in any or all of homeowner’s baths. They are donating all of the proceeds to charity. Austin residents can do their part to support the water conservation efforts during the extreme drought. 100% of donations will go to the Cheti Sponsorship program to build a school in Tanzania, Africa. - August 05, 2011 - GreenTex Builders
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Training Seminar for Defective Drywall in Orlando, Florida
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) has held training seminars on Defective Drywall throughout Florida since October 2009; to provide qualified individuals training to perform inspections and remediation on structures with Defective “Chinese" Drywall. - August 04, 2011 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Boston Cedar Adds a Social Media Platform to Its Marketing Strategy
"This key initiative will continue to become an integral part of the overall marketing strategy for the company going forward," said Paul Colliton, Boston Cedar’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing. - August 03, 2011 - Boston Cedar
Metal-Era’s ANSI/SPRI ES-1 Tested Fascia Outperforms Other System
Metal-Era, Inc., the national leader in commercial roof edge and roof ventilation solutions, announces that the performance of its Anchor-Tite Standard Fascia System was successfully tested during a severe thunderstorm in Wittenberg, WI, which damaged many other surrounding buildings. On July 20,... - August 02, 2011 - Metal-Era, Inc.
Energy Efficient New Homes for Sale in Austin, TX
Buffington Homes, the market leader for energy efficient new homes for sale in Austin TX, is excited to announce that each of their new Austin Texas homes for sale is Energy Star certified. This saves you thousands on utility bills and is a great addition to an environmentally friendly lifestyle. Visit Buffington's energy efficient homes for sale in Austin at any of their 16 desirable communities. - July 31, 2011 - Buffington Homes
Rohit Communities’ New Homes in Edmonton Recognized by 2011 Alberta Awards of Excellence in Housing
With a record-breaking number of entries this year for the 2011 CHBA Alberta Awards of Excellence in Housing, Rohit Communities is thrilled to announce three finalists in two categories. - July 31, 2011 - Rohit Communities
Premier Silver Leaf Real Estate from Your Austin Custom Builders
Buffington, the leading builder of Austin custom homes in fantastic family communities for over 40 years, is excited to announce their new Energy Star certified Capital Series homes in Round Rock. Buffington Homes has been the custom home builder Texas residents have trusted for years for their affordable, modern, and award-winning homes. Visit their Silver Leaf community today to find your next home. - July 31, 2011 - Buffington Homes
Brookfield’s Home of the Week is a Single Level Home with a Generous Backyard
A popular single level plan featuring three bedrooms, three baths plus office is Brookfield’s Home of the Week at Mahogany at Old Creek Ranch in San Marcos. - July 29, 2011 - Brookfield Homes, California
Purdue University Engages MySmartPlans for ASHE Case Study
Purdue University, in conjunction with the American Society for Healthcare Engineering, has selected MySmartPlans to provide Project Information Management services on case study for renovations being performed at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. - July 29, 2011 - MySmartPlans
Menard Construction of Mountain Lakes, NJ, Honored for Historic Renovation of Hapgood Home
Menard Construction, specialists in custom home building and historic renovations of Mountain Lakes, was honored with a prestigious Award of Excellence from the Community Builders & Remodelers Association of NJ (CBRA) for the Best Historic Renovation of a 100-year-old Hapgood home. According... - July 28, 2011 - Menard Construction
Sterling Custom Homes Begins New Home Construction at The Reserve at Lake Travis
Second custom home foundation poured at unique Lake Travis community. - July 28, 2011 - Sterling Custom Homes
DLR Group Designing Solar Array for NRG Energy at FedExField
DLR Group solar system design at FedExField for NRG Energy can produce enough power to run stadium on non-game days, support energy needs on game days for Washington Redskins. - July 25, 2011 - DLR Group
Stephen Dent Construction Forms Daughter Company
Stephen Dent Construction, a leader in commercial and residential homebuilding in Wisconsin, announced today that they are forming a daughter company to work specifically in Green Building. Stephen Dent is already one of the biggest supporters of green building throughout Wisconsin, and with this... - July 24, 2011 - Stephen Dent Construction
Sullivan Landing Addresses Wildlife Concerns with Microclover
The new community in Kimberley, BC is testing a new microclover grass to better suit the community. - July 23, 2011 - Sullivan Landing
Willox Promoted to Regional Position, Cunningham Hired at Division for Balfour Beatty Construction
Balfour Beatty Construction has promoted Lori Willox to Chief Financial Officer of its South Central region and hired Jim Cunningham as the new North Texas Division Director of Business Development for Interiors and Special Projects. In her new role, Willox will help develop and drive the... - July 22, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction
CF Jordan Construction Receives Exemplary Award
CF Jordan team awarded Silver Award - July 22, 2011 - CF Jordan Construction
Layman Named President of U.S.-Based Balfour Beatty Construction Services
Robert Van Cleave, chairman and CEO, announced today the in-house promotion of Mark Layman as the new President of Balfour Beatty Construction Services US. In this role, Layman will retain his duties as chief financial officer, while in addition, taking on increased responsibility, providing... - July 21, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Highland Homes Announces the Grand Opening of The Reserve at Meadow Oaks
The Reserve at Meadow Oaks offers golf course living, resort-style amenities and new homes priced from the $130,000s in an established master-planned community. - July 21, 2011 - Highland Homes
Preserve at Fredericksburg Takes Home Large Wins
Pacific Coast Builders Conference Honors CF Jordan with Grand Awards - July 18, 2011 - CF Jordan Construction
Builders Site Protection Providing Surface Protection for New US Federal Courthouse in San Diego, CA
Builders Site Protection has been selected as the premier surface protection supplier for the San Diego Courthouse. Builders Site Protection has developed a custom-made window mullion protection for the project and looks forward to supplying more surface protection, including door protection and dust control, as the project progresses. - July 16, 2011 - Builders Site Protection
DLR Group Moving to Aksarben Village
The Omaha office of DLR Group is relocating to a three-story building it designed in the Aksarben Village mixed-use redevelopment. - July 16, 2011 - DLR Group
Complete Landsculpture Recognized at UP Elementary Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Complete Landsculpture was recognized at The University Park (UP) Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) ribbon cutting ceremony and dedication of the new Outdoor Learning Plaza on the morning of May 13, 2011. - July 14, 2011 - Complete Landsculpture
Balfour Wind Energy Constructors Delivers Alta Wind Energy Center Phase I
The Balfour Wind Energy Constructors (BWEC) joint venture recently completed construction of the Alta Wind Energy Center- Phase I project, developed by Terra-Gen Power, LLC. This project marks the beginning of the new wind center, which will ultimately generate enough energy to sustain the... - July 13, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Operation: Coming Home Hosts 2011 Victory for Vets Sunset Ride July 23
Event to Support Joint Volunteer Project’s Goal to Donate Homes to Disabled Veterans Who Have Served in the Middle East. - July 13, 2011 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
San Marcos Home of the Week Includes Front and Backyard Landscaping
Offering over 3,000 square feet of living space, Brookfield’s Home of the Week includes a traditional front porch plus front and backyard landscaping for $599,900. Home site 5026 is the popular Plan 1 at Mahogany at Old Creek Ranch in San Marcos and includes a buyer incentive of $25,000 to... - July 12, 2011 - Brookfield Homes, California