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Renovation Projects Add to Level 3 Construction's Portfolio
Level 3 Construction of Carlsbad, California has been awarded the design and renovation of a seaside vacation property, the Blue Sea Beach Hotel in Pacific Beach. The hotel project includes the remodeling of 128 guest rooms, with lobby and exterior construction to be completed by early spring. - February 01, 2014 - Level 3 Construction
Cooperative Design Resource Launches New Business Approach for the Landscape Industry
Cooperative Design Resource, LLC launches a new business approach designed to offer landscape contractors in the Denver-Metro area an easy and reliable source for contract-based landscape design and sales services. - January 30, 2014 - Cooperative Design Resource, LLC
WK Dickson Names Kraig Kern as New Vice President
W.K. Dickson & Co., Inc., a leading community infrastructure consulting firm, announced today that Kraig C. Kern, CPSM, has been promoted to Vice President. Kern began his career with WK Dickson as Corporate Marketing Coordinator in 2001 and was promoted to Director of Marketing in 2003. He... - January 29, 2014 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.
Gen3 Moves to a New Headquarters to Expand Its ACM Exterior Wall Installation Operations
Gen3 has acquired a new property for their new Denver headquarters: 1270 S. Lipan Street, Denver, CO 80223. The 17,186 rsf property located in the Golden Triangle (an industrial Denver submarket) is the new location for this growing commercial construction company. - January 29, 2014 - Gen3 Construction
WBCM Hires New VP of Bridge Department
WBCM welcomes seasoned transportation engineer, Mike Izzo, PE to its firm. - January 28, 2014 - Whitney Bailey Cox & Magnani, LLC
David Pond Reappointed by Governor McCrory to NC Board of Examiners
WK Dickson & Co., Inc. has announced that David L. Pond, PE, Executive Vice President, has been reappointed by North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory to serve on the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. Pond was initially appointed to serve in 2007, and with this... - January 20, 2014 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.
North Carolina Governor Appoints Dan Dawson to Environmental Management Commission
WK Dickson & Co., Inc. is pleased to announce that Dan Dawson, PE, PLS, the firm’s Vice President and Manager of the Wilmington Regional Office, has been appointed to a six year term on the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission by Governor Pat McCrory. Mr. Dawson has more... - January 08, 2014 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.
RA-LIN Project Earns Prestigious LEED(R) Gold Green Building Award
The new Greenway Medical Technologies office building in Carrollton, GA has been certified as a Gold level green energy building by the U.S. Green Building Council. - January 04, 2014 - RA-LIN and Associates, Inc.
Foundation Repair Company Discusses Value of Foundation Repair
Foundation Repairs Can Have Significant Impact on Resale Value of a Home - December 28, 2013 - Julian Construction
OT+9 Design’s Sean Williams to Present at Sarasota County’s Sustainable Communities Workshop
Sean Williams, AIA, LEED BD+C, founder of the sustainable architecture firm, OT+9 Design, is presenting at the Sarasota County’s Sustainable Communities Workshop on Wednesday, December 18, 2013. Williams’ topic is “Beyond LEED: The Living Buildings Challenge as the Next Step in... - December 18, 2013 - OT9 Design
Buric Global COO Designated Autodesk Revit Architecture Certified Professional for 2014
Jennifer L. Storey, AIA, EDAC, applies BIM expertise so owners can manage facilities post-construction. - December 14, 2013 - Buric
Can a Building That Uses More Energy Also be More Efficient? Yes, Says Buro Happold, and Shows How.
International engineering firm Buro Happold develops a new benchmark for energy usage that takes economic performance into account; this metric redefines the concept of efficiency, starting with commercial buildings, in New York City and beyond. - December 14, 2013 - Buro Happold
EnviroLeather Launches New Print Technology with Designs from Jhane Barnes
EnviroLeather™ by LDI announces the launch of a new line of PVC-Free faux leather featuring inspiring design patterns from renowned New York fashion and interior product designer Jhane Barnes. This new EnviroLeather™ upholstery is made with a unique, patent-pending, hybrid digital... - December 12, 2013 - EnviroLeather by LDI
Improper Drainage Systems Can Lead to Foundation Problems at Home
Company Performs Drainage System Installations to Prevent Drainage Problems. - December 01, 2013 - Julian Construction
Julian Construction Stresses Earthquake Readiness for Homeowners
Construction Company Urges Homeowners to Take Steps Needed to Safeguard a Home. - December 01, 2013 - Julian Construction
WK Dickson Wins Award for Unique Collaboration for the Preservation of a North Carolina Landmark
WK Dickson has received an Engineering Excellence Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies of North Carolina for their work on the new Barbecue Park project in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. - November 19, 2013 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.
WK Dickson’s Award Winning Study Shows the Viability of Rainwater Harvesting in a Small NC Town
WK Dickson has received an Engineering Excellence Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies of North Carolina for their work on the innovative Rainwater Harvesting project in Kernersville, North Carolina. - November 13, 2013 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.
Silas Haslam Joins EYP/BJAC as Architectural Intern
Local Architectural Firm Welcomes Architectural Professional with Construction and Planning Experience - November 08, 2013 - BJAC
Building Safety Expert Speaks on House Leveling
Unstable Foundations Can Result from Lack of Attention to According to Safety Expert. - October 30, 2013 - Julian Construction
Helical Piles a Potential Solution to Common Foundation Problems
Julian Construction Discusses a Proven Solution for Damaged Foundation. - October 29, 2013 - Julian Construction
Hoar Construction Completes New Class-a Office Tower in Houston's Westchase District
Hoar Construction, working for developer Granite Properties, reached substantial completion on a new Class-A office tower in the growing Houston Westchase District. The 300,000 s.f. building will be LEED Gold certified. - October 25, 2013 - Hoar Construction LLC
Green Roof / Garden Bridge at Universal Studios
The garden bridge at Universal Studios in Orlando is the first of its kind in Florida or even in the entire US. Designed by Miles Architecture Group Inc., Libra Design Group and Green Roof Service LLC, the green roof bridge creates an innovative connection of Universal City developments. - October 19, 2013 - Green Roof Service, LLC
Rochester Institute of Technology’s New Institute Hall a Game-Changer for the Sciences
Housing brand-new science departments, the brick-and-glass Institute Hall creates a prototype for the academic science classroom of the future. - October 13, 2013 - Francis Cauffman
LOFTwall Announces New Program to Showcase Innovative Materials
“LOFTwall Approved” Will Streamline the Selection Process for Designers. - October 11, 2013 - LOFTwall
Dan Fields Of EYP/BJAC to Speak at the SCUP 2013 Southern Regional Conference
Local Architect Featured at Regional Conference for Work on NC A&T State Student Wellness Center. - October 11, 2013 - BJAC
To Resilient, Sustainable Cities Buro Happold Principal to UN-Habitat: Good Urban Development is Key to Resilient, Sustainable Cities
Craig Schwitter, PE, principal at international engineering firm Buro Happold, spoke at the UN General Assembly on Friday, October 4, as part of World Habitat Day. Schwitter’s presentation focused on ways to strengthen the urban fabric of New York and other cities to make them more resilient... - October 10, 2013 - Buro Happold
New Cancer Center Offers Holistic Approach to Patient-Centered Care
MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper improves the patient experience, easing the treatment process and promoting healing through a design that combines high-powered efficiency and effectiveness with special touches that meet patients’ needs. - October 09, 2013 - Francis Cauffman
Universal Design Tips: Lessons Learned from Two UD Homes - the New Aging in Place E-Book from UniversalDesign.com
UniversalDesign.com is pleased to announce the release of their new e-book, “Universal Design Tips: Lessons learned from Two UD Homes,” available on Oct. 2, 2013. The book showcases two universally designed homes for aging in place, and includes floor plans, numerous color photographs and aging in place design tips selected to guide baby boomers through the process of designing, remodeling or building a home that can support their needs and lifestyle for years to come. - October 02, 2013 - UniversalDesign.com
Safety Inspector Warns on Signs of Foundation Damage
Foundation Expert Shawn Kyles Gives Indications of Foundation Damage in a Home. - September 28, 2013 - Julian Construction
Construction Company Advises Homeowners on Drainage Problems
Julian Construction Assists Homeowners with Information on Common Drainage Problems. - September 28, 2013 - Julian Construction
Build It Green Joins Groundbreaking ABC Green Home Project as Certification Partner
Partnership will inspire builders to take green home designs to a new level. - September 26, 2013 - Build It Green
ArchiKing - New Architecture and Home Design Web Portal Offers Architects and Designers
Rocadia Net ltd, an young internet company from Romania, is proud to announce the launch of its web portal, ArchiKing, the professional resource for architects and designers from all over the world. Found at www.archiking.com, ArchiKing provides ideas, information, and news about architecture and... - September 26, 2013 - Rocadia Net
Green Education Services Offering A.R.E. Structural Systems Exam Prep for Washington D.C. Area
GES gives Washington D.C. professionals a chance to learn from industry expert on how to prepare for the Architect Registration Exam. - September 22, 2013 - Green Education Services
Newest Release of LinkFixer Advanced Automatically Fixes Broken Links in Files Moved to OpenText Content Server
Description: There is a hidden problem that IT and Records Management professionals need to be aware of when implementing the OpenText Content Server. Not knowing about this problem can adversely effect file integrity and cause loss of mission-critical data. - September 22, 2013 - LinkTek
Image Manufacturing Group Announces Integration of Creative Kiosk Brand
Image Manufacturing Group (www.imgarchitectural.com) is pleased to announce the completion of the full integration of the Creative Kiosk brand. Image Manufacturing Group completed the acquisition of the assets and goodwill of Creative Kiosk in June 2012 as an effort to expand its broad suite of... - September 17, 2013 - Image Manufacturing Group
Buro Happold Uses Creative Engineering for Pinnacle Bank Arena, Lincoln’s Newest Icon
International engineering firm Buro Happold designed an innovative and cost effective structural system for the Pinnacle Bank Arena. The new arena creates an unmatched venue for sports and serves as a catalyst for urban redevelopment. Buro Happold announces the opening of the 16,500-seat Pinnacle... - September 15, 2013 - Buro Happold
Toll Brothers’ Acquisition Offers Buyers Final Opportunity in Top Triangle Location
Toll Brothers, the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes and developer of fine communities around the Triangle, is proud to announce the addition of 16 new large wooded home sites at their previously sold out community, The Oaks at Meadowridge. - September 07, 2013 - Toll Brothers
WK Dickson Adds Senior Project Manager to Water & Wastewater Group
W.K. Dickson & Co., Inc. has announced another major addition to its water resources consulting group. The firm welcomed Benjamin “Jamie” C. Wright, Jr., PE to the firm this week. He is located in the Columbia, SC regional office and serves as a senior project manager. Jamie will... - September 04, 2013 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.
Homeowners Warned of Signs of Faulty Structural Foundation
Foundation Faults Must Receive Foundation Inspection, Construction Company States. - August 31, 2013 - Julian Construction
Homes Neglecting Foundation Repair May Encounter Larger Problems
Los Angeles Construction Company Advises Need for Fast Action on Foundation Repairs. - August 31, 2013 - Julian Construction
Echo Ridge Assists Customers with Their Home Designs in Alberta
Echo Ridge Homes has just announced that they can assist clients with their home designs in Alberta; even if starting from just a sketch. The building firm helps clients with their home designs in Alberta, to help them incorporate features they would like to see built in their custom designed home. - August 28, 2013 - Echo Ridge
EYP/BJAC Names Tan Zheng, AIA, EDAC, Architect
Local Architectural Firm Promotes Employee with Extensive Health Care Experience. - August 28, 2013 - BJAC
Soderstrom Architects Promotes Four
Soderstrom Architects, a leading Portland-based architecture, planning and interior design firm, has recently announced the promotion of Marlene Gillis, Mike Shea, and Dan Van Calcar to Principal. The firm also announces the promotion of Kim Olson to Associate. - August 23, 2013 - Soderstrom Architects
Performance Architects, Inc. Named to Inc. 500|5000 List of America’s Fastest Growing Companies for Third Year in a Row
Performance Architects, Inc., a business and technology consulting company that helps organizations initiate and sustain major improvements in enterprise performance, announced today that the company has been named to Inc. magazine’s Inc. 500|5000 ranking of the nation's fastest-growing... - August 22, 2013 - Performance Architects, Inc.
Soderstrom Architects Adds Seven Individuals
Soderstrom Architects, a Portland-based architecture, planning and interior design firm, has recently added seven employees to their workforce: Hugh Bitzer, Blair Fitzgibbon, Keith Daily, Robert Allen, Andy Barker, Marc Seguela, and Michael Starker. Hugh Bitzer, is a recent graduate from the... - August 17, 2013 - Soderstrom Architects
Latest Release of LinkFixer Advanced Automatically Fixes Broken Links in Microsoft Office 2013 Files
Microsoft Office users and IT professionals need to be aware that migrating to newer versions of Microsoft Office can adversely effect the integrity of their files and cause unexpected loss of mission-critical data. - August 16, 2013 - LinkTek
New Cellular PVC Railing by INTEX Millwork Solutions Out Performs Composite
Introducing the Hampton Extruded Rail System by INTEX Millwork Solutions - August 15, 2013 - INTEX Millwork Solutions
INTEX Millwork Solutions is Hiring
INTEX Millwork Solutions is seeking talented and hardworking individuals to add the INTEX Design Team. - August 15, 2013 - INTEX Millwork Solutions
Toll Brothers Proudly Announce Opening of Sales in Hasentree’s Golf Villa Collection
Toll Brothers, Inc., the nation's leading builder of luxury homes and developer of fine communities, is proud to announce the opening of sales in the Golf Villa Collection of its Hasentree community. - August 09, 2013 - Toll Brothers
Toll Brothers Breathes Life Back Into Weddington Community
Toll Brothers, builder and developer of fine communities around the Charlotte area help improve Weddington neighborhood, Bromley Estates. - August 02, 2013 - Toll Brothers