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Architecture RSS FeedsBeautiful Schools - A school doesn't have to have a beautiful green lawn, but if you're lucky enough to attend a campus designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, you're really in for a treat ....Feed Source: architecture.about.com How Engineers Stop Floods -
Another storm has come and gone, and New Orleans survived. But the antiquated levees in New Orleans may not withstand the force of a stronger storm. How can we save ... Happy Birthday, Louis Sullivan -
September 3 is the birthday of Louis Sullivan, who is often called America's first truly modern architect. Born in 1856, Sullivan helped pioneer the American skyscraper. He created a "Sullivanesque" ... McCain's Arena -
For better or worse, lavish conventions at grand arenas have become a part of America's political process. Although the Republicans have scaled back their festivities, we are sure to see ... Will the Levees Hold? - As Hurricane Gustav roars toward New Orleans, all eyes are on the levees. When Hurricane Katrina struck New Orleans three years ago, the failure of the levee system opened the ... Must-have Books for Architecture Students - Summer's over and for a lot of us, it's time to hit the books. Which ones? If you're working toward a degree in architecture, you'll probably need to buy these ... Architecture of Influence - Critics are having a field day with the decor Democrats gave INVESCO Field at Mile High. To prepare the stadium for the nomination acceptance speech by Democratic presidential candidate Barack ... Obama's Arena -
When Barack Obama formally accepts his nomination as the Democratic candidate for president, he'll address an enormous audience. Instead of speaking at the Pepsi convention center in Denver, he'll head ... Choose the Best School for Architecture - Choosing a college is one of life's biggest decisions, so it's no wonder that the new school rankings published by US News & World Report are causing such a stir .... Denver Design - We'll be seeing a lot of Denver, Colorado this week as all eyes focus on the Democratic National Convention. But let's not keep architecture on the sidelines. Writing for the ... Audimute's New Acoustic Image Panels Delight Your Eyes and Ears - Audimute, a Cleveland-based manufacturer of acoustical products, does just that with the introduction of its new line of Acoustic Image Panels. Just like Audimute's standard acoustic panels, these designer panels reveal purer sound by absorbing sound waves that cause echoes and reverberant noise. They also substantially reduce volume levels to create a more pleasing environment. (PRWEB Sep 7, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1292834.htm... Sustainability and Safety Key Aims of HVAC Ductwork for New Liverpool Hilton - The prestigious 215 bedroom Liverpool Hilton, under construction and due to open in Summer 2009, will be supplied with HVAC ductwork by specialist contractor Senior Hargreaves. Kier Build Limited is the main contractor. Ductwork for air input and extract will ensure comfort and fire safety for guests and staff at the hotel. The contract also includes ventilation for 47 luxury apartments within the same building. (PRWEB Sep 7, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1293224.htm... While Construction Slows Nationwide, Charleston's Cigar Factory Rebirth Underway - Construction has begun on The Cigar Factory in Charleston, South Carolina. This mixed use project will feature lofts, retail and office space. Construction will take place over the next 16 to 18 months. (PRWEB Sep 7, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1293314.htm... Lockmart USA Launches Online Commercial Door Hardware Site - PopularHardware.com Provides Error-Free Selection Of Locks, Closers and Exit Devices Exclusively For Commercial Contractors, Developers, & Institutions. (PRWEB Sep 6, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1289484.htm... Greenblock and Ashland Homes Begin Green Homebuilding in Ginn Reunion Resort - Insulated concrete form walls offer energy savings, hurricane protection (PRWEB Sep 6, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1290964.htm... DwellGreen's "Greenest Building in Florida" Wins Four 2008 Aurora Awards for Excellence in High-Performance Building - A Florida home built by Sarasota's DwellGreen, Inc. has won four 2008 Aurora Awards, including one Grand Aurora, for excellence in the category of green building. This home was previously certified in June 2008 by the Florida Green Building Coalition as the highest performing green home in Florida built to date. (PRWEB Sep 5, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/green/construction/prweb1277664.htm... Outdoor Lighting Perspectives Launches Tulsa Franchise - Outdoor Lighting Perspectives (OLP), a global architectural and landscape lighting company, has launched its newest franchise in Tulsa, Okla. (PRWEB Sep 5, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1282484.htm... Hydronika Installed at Fort Baker Historic Site Retrofit - Hydronika Selection a Natural Fit for Leed Green HVAC site (PRWEB Sep 5, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1284154.htm... Greenblock Unveils New Corporate Logo - New Logo Reflects Company's Longevity as well as Ongoing Commitment to Green, Sustainable Construction (PRWEB Sep 5, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1274474.htm... ConcretePoolDecks.org: New Website Outlines the Many Advantages of Concrete Decks - New website, ConcretePoolDecks.org provides all-inclusive information on pool decks to help consumers get most out of their investment. The site covers design ideas, popular concrete deck surfaces, layout considerations, concrete benefits and includes numerous photos. (PRWEB Sep 4, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1277354.htm... New eCommerce Website Offers Eco-Friendly Products: workingwonders Makes it Easy to Adopt a Green Lifestyle. - workingwonders, llc (www.workingwondersUS.com) offers a one-stop source where design-build professionals and consumers alike can quickly and easily find aesthetically pleasing eco-responsible products, knowledge and services to build out, furnish and accessorize green projects, homes and workplaces. From non-toxic paints and air-filtering systems, to bio-fuel powered fireplaces and fully installed kitchens, the eco-friendly products turn living and working environments into spaces that improve the health and well-being of families, coworkers and the planet as a whole. (PRWEB Sep 4, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/workingwonders/launch/prweb1277364.htm... MetoKote Corporation, Leader in the Metal Finishing Industry, Announces New Strategic Account Manager Representing Their Deere and Company Business - MetoKote Corporation, Inc. is pleased to announce the recent addition of Roger Cook as Strategic Account Manager representing their Deere and Company Business. (PRWEB Sep 4, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/metokoteMetalFinishing/johnDeereAndCompany/prweb1278264.htm... Emerson Building New Energy-Efficient Data Center - Emerson, the global leader in technology and engineering innovation, has begun construction on a state-of the-art, energy efficient data center at its St. Louis-based corporate headquarters. In addition to a host of cutting-edge energy saving features, the facility will also showcase a full suite of technologies from Emerson Network Power. (PRWEB Sep 3, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1277294.htm... Case Study: Clark Construction Expedites Nationals Park Punchlist with LATISTA, Finishing New Ballpark in Record Time - Clark Construction Group, LLC used Latista field management software and Motion Computing tablet PCs to facilitate the quality assurance phase of the construction of the Washington Nationals baseball stadium. Latista and Motion have published a case study detailing their part in the Nationals Park project. (PRWEB Sep 3, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1279774.htm... DuPont Building Innovations Announces Price Increases - DuPont Building Innovations announces price increases up to 15 percent in the United States, effective Sept.30, or as contracts permit, for DuPont™ Weatherization Systems products. Due to the accelerating price increases of oil-based feedstocks and energy, raw materials continue to be subject to significant cost increases. (PRWEB Sep 3, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1281924.htm... Policy Forum in U.S. Capitol to Highlight Importance of Energy Efficiency in Buildings - (PRWEB Sep 3, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1284974.htm... Speedheat's Eco-Friendly Generation4 Electric Radiant Floor Heating Systems on Display at Joint NARI and NKBA Expo September 17 in Atlanta - The Atlanta chapters of NKBA and NARI are hosting a joint event to showcase the latest and greatest advancements in residential building products, Earth-friendly innovations and related services. Targeted to design professionals, residential builders and remodeling companies, the expo features many unique products and services including Generation4™ electric radiant floor heating by Speedheat®. (PRWEB Sep 3, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1257034.htm... IMAGINiT Technologies Offers Free Download of Revit Global Light Utility for 3ds Max - IMAGINiT Technologies has developed a utility for Autodesk® 3ds Max®, which globally turns ON lights coming from Revit® product suite, the Autodesk building design software purpose-built for building information modeling (BIM). (PRWEB Sep 3, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1271894.htm... Deltek Announces General Availability of GCS Premier 5.0 - Growth-minded government contractors and project-focused businesses benefit from role-based interfaces, more efficient billing processes, reduced training expenses and improved government audit compliance. (PRWEB Sep 2, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1278544.htm... Free Download of eBooks on Garden Design and History by Tom Turner in October 2008 - To celebrate Gardenvisit.com's 10th birthday, two eBooks are being offered for free download in October 2008 only. They are: The Principles of Garden Design (normally £9.50/$17.50) and 24 Historic Styles of Garden Design (normally £7.50/$13.50). They were written by Tom Turner, whose book on Garden History has come top on Amazon.com since publication in 2005. (PRWEB Sep 1, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1264364.htm... Tygar Manufacturing, LLC Announces the Establishment of the First TYGAR Decorative Curbing Equipment Distributor in Spain - The Spanish company will supply local contractors with Tygar's industry leading decorative curbing equipment, curbing products and additives, as well as provide training and support. (PRWEB Aug 31, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1256884.htm... Group 70 Foundation Gives $100,000+ To Local Charities - Group 70 Foundation has awarded a total of $107,230 to 21 local community organizations, continuing the employee-created foundation's tradition of giving back to the community. (PRWEB Aug 29, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/Group70/Charities/prweb1266364.htm... London Boutique Apart Hotel Offers 5 Star Quality - But Without The Pricetag - London's highly fashionable Westbourne Grove has recently seen the addition of an exceptional new boutique apart-hotel in Kensington Gardens Square called naturally enough Space Apart Hotel. (PRWEB Aug 29, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/aparthotel/london/prweb1260974.htm... Asheville Green Architecture Firm Carlton Architecture Launches Website - CarltonArchitecture.com now offers a gallery with examples of both previous and current design work, biographies and photos of team members, a listing of awards received, and publications that have featured their work. (PRWEB Aug 29, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1256614.htm... PowerGrip High-Performance Flooring Adhesives Announced by Formulators - Formulators has introduced nine PowerGrip High-Performance Flooring Adhesives for VCT, sheet vinyl, rubber, wood, bamboo, quartz, linoleum, carpet tile and sports flooring. PowerGrip adhesives provide up to twice the moisture-resistance of conventional flooring adhesives and come with extensive 10 year warranties. Each PowerGrip flooring adhesive is custom-formulated to bond with a specific flooring material, forming an exceptionally strong, moisture-resistant bond. PowerGrip adhesives dry quickly and allow for same day installation. PowerGrip provides a ten-year warranted moisture resistance to eight pounds moisture-vapor-emissions-rate (MVER) at a cost of 16 cents per square foot for water-based chemistry and 26 cents per square foot for moisture-cure. (PRWEB Aug 29, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1255344.htm... Regency Lighting Awarded "Vendor of the Year" from Hub Distributing - Hub Distributing and Anchor Blue name Regency Lighting their "Vendor of the Year" for successfully partnering on design and new construction of their stores. (PRWEB Aug 28, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1251764.htm... Top House Plans Design Firm Releases New Innovative Home Designs - HousePlanGallery.com, a leading designer of affordable and unique house plans, releases five new home designs. (PRWEB Aug 28, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/house-plan-gallery/house-plans-home-plans/prweb1248854.htm... Free "New to House Plans?" Report Offered by Leading House Plans Website - HomeDesignCentral.com offers limited-time download of popular "New to House Plans?" special report. In the report, readers will learn how to save thousands on their new house plans… (PRWEB Aug 27, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/blueprints/house-floor-plans/prweb1233154.htm... Housing Slump Creates Boom for Tax Lien Investors, Says BuyTaxLiens.com Owner - Online sales of tax lien properties, also known as tax lien certificates, are taking off says Denny Mitchell, owner of BuyTaxLiens.com. His tax lien auction website specializes in providing a free daily list of tax lien properties resulting from government tax lien foreclosures and has been growing at a break neck pace recently thanks to the distressed housing market fueling a new nationwide boom in online tax lien investing. (PRWEB Aug 27, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.emediawire.com/releases/Tax/Lien/prweb1234624.htm... Solar Innovations, Inc. Introduces Ideas for Passive Greenhouse Environments - Solar Innovations, Inc., a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial greenhouses; conservatories; sunroom; and folding, tilting, and sliding glass doors, walls, windows, and screens, introduces ideas for passive energy greenhouse environments. (PRWEB Aug 27, 2008)
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