Latest news releases for Architecture from PRWeb 2009-11-16T10:09:46Z http://www.prweb.com/images_v4/prweb_logo_hv2.jpg PRWeb xml@emediawire.com http://www.prweb.com/atom10/ $lastmod Homeshoppers Expected to Act Fast and Take Advantage of Expanded Tax Credit During Debut of The 2010 New Home Collection (PRWeb Nov 16, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/VillagesofIrvine/FederalTaxCreditProgram/prweb3206064.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/VillagesofIrvine/FederalTaxCreditProgram/prweb3206064.htm $lastmod The REDD Group is offering an alternative building at 100 Gold that stands out from the competition in Brooklyn's Vinegar Hill with design practices that promote health, cost savings and green living. (PRWeb Nov 16, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/REDD_Group/green_living/prweb3210464.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/REDD_Group/green_living/prweb3210464.htm $lastmod AECOM and the World Architecture Festival have announced the winners in the Urban SOS: Distressed Cities, Creative Responses student competition. Sabrina Kleinenhammans of Germany, a graduate of MIT School of Architecture and Planning, placed first and was awarded $15,000 for her proposal to create a recreational open space system around rail corridors in Mumbai. (PRWeb Nov 16, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009aecomUrbanSOS/11/prweb3207684.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009aecomUrbanSOS/11/prweb3207684.htm $lastmod Loaded with awesome grooves, masses of live Latin percussion and an eclectic palette of Electronica, this album by Taffronaut and Chupacabra evokes steaming 70’s funk, 80’s hip-hop, 90’s dance and takes you on a musical car chase through Cardiff’s Bay Area. The CD features the award-winning track “Check Da Butter” from the British Council Open Cities Competition. (PRWeb Nov 16, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3210424.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3210424.htm $lastmod DeepRoot, a leading provider of sustainable products for urban landscape management, announced today that its Silva Cell has been selected as one of BuildingGreen's 2009 Top 10 Green Building Products. This annual award recognized the most innovative products added to the GreenSpec® Directory during the past year or covered in Environmental Building News. (PRWeb Nov 16, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/DeepRoot/Silva_Cell_top_product/prweb3211264.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/DeepRoot/Silva_Cell_top_product/prweb3211264.htm $lastmod Hacienda Tres Ríos Resort in the Rivera Maya, México receives three awards at this year’s World Travel Awards including Mexico and Central America’s Leading All-Inclusive Resort and Leading Green Hotel. (PRWeb Nov 15, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11HaciendaTresRios/prweb3207254.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11HaciendaTresRios/prweb3207254.htm $lastmod Quick Fit Ledge from Great Stone is the exact replica of natural stone. Quick Fit line of stone veneer, available in four attractive colour combinations is designed for both professional contractors and home handymen alike.The name of this stone line refers fo the simplicity, ease and short time of it's installation particularly important for "do it yourself "type of renovators. Samples of Great Stone wall cladding along with similar product lines from Artistic Stone and Canyon Stone are on display in masonry product distributor's and dealer's showrooms throughout Ontario, from Ottawa and Cornwall, from Sarnia and Windsor to Thunder Bay. All these companies offer standard and fast deliveries to all Ontario cities including Burlington, Hamilton, Oakville, Milton, Mississauga, Georgetown, Brampton, Etobicoke, Toronto, York, Woodbridge, Maple, Concord, Richmond Hill, Oshawa, Acton, Erin, Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, Brantford, Barrie, London, Kingston, Peterborough, Belleville, Ottawa, Thunder Bay, Owen Sound, North Bay and many more. (PRWeb Nov 15, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3207974.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3207974.htm $lastmod New York design/builder/developer Lawrence Citarelli is a master at creating spectacular homes and resorts, but always with an eye for the welfare of less fortunate children. Recently, he has been cited with a congressional award from the government of the Dominican Republic for his humanitarian efforts on behalf of the children. Mr Citarelli’s newest eco-friendly project The Cristal Beach Resort in the city of Cabrera will be a spectacular 5 star condoTel. He has also committed from of the proceeds of the project, the land purchase, design and construction of a state of the art school for the children of Cabrera. If you could capture substantial ongoing income, be part of an environmentally conscious project, and change the life of a child forever... Would you?? (PRWeb Nov 14, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3197474.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3197474.htm $lastmod Golden Mean Finder Aids In Balance And Composition (PRWeb Nov 14, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/newproduct/goldenmeanfinder/prweb3202354.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/newproduct/goldenmeanfinder/prweb3202354.htm $lastmod Digital Vertical Marketing (www.digitalvertical.com) announced today the company is officially “open for business,” providing search, social media and high-end branding services for business-to-business (b2b) companies in target vertical markets nationwide. (PRWeb Nov 14, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3200934.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3200934.htm $lastmod Choosing a granite sealer can be a cause of frustration for many homeowners trying to decipher all the mixed messages about sealing granite countertops coming from every corner of the stone industry. To help cut through the clutter CountertopSpecialty.com now offers a simple solution with a do-it-yourself granite sealer kit featuring SenGuard for the most advanced and permanent stain protection available. (PRWeb Nov 13, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/granite-sealer/senguard/prweb2374404.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/granite-sealer/senguard/prweb2374404.htm $lastmod Site to be auctioned is 450 acres near the center of “Old Agency Reserve,” one of the first non-coastal plantations founded in 1796 by Colonel Benjamin Hawkins, one of George Washington's chief advisors. "Old Agency Reserve" was a successful demonstration center for agriculture and ranching techniques to the Native Americans. (PRWeb Nov 13, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3192004.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3192004.htm $lastmod Luxury Hotel Reopens November 12 Upon Completion of a $60 Million Dollar Renovation (PRWeb Nov 13, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Surrey/Hotel/prweb3198484.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/Surrey/Hotel/prweb3198484.htm $lastmod New program will allow expanded solar installation project funding options for San Diego homeowners (PRWeb Nov 13, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3195634.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3195634.htm $lastmod Universal Reprographics San Diego, Inc. is the name of the company recently Acquired by C2 Reprographics. Universal Reprographics, Inc. of Los Angeles is unrelated to the acquisition. (PRWeb Nov 13, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3202794.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3202794.htm $lastmod Fast-growing, emerging or simply full of promise, the "Hot 100" represent the best Tennessee has to offer in terms of entrepreneurial vision and growth. From startups getting their financial legs beneath them to more established companies whose mature growth is remarkable, this patchwork of companies--big and small, highly profitable and increasingly profitable, full of dreams or realizing their dreams--is perhaps best described as a list of companies to watch. (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/awarded/tennessee/prweb3070584.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/awarded/tennessee/prweb3070584.htm $lastmod Introduces best in class Design White LED A19 light bulbs for 60W & 75W Incandescent and CFL replacements (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3179074.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3179074.htm $lastmod BidClerk's daily update of new construction projects coming up for bids and starting construction in the next 90 days. (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3196694.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3196694.htm $lastmod Senior Quality Lifestyles Corporation (SQLC), a Texas-based nonprofit developer of senior living communities, announces that financing has been completed for its latest project, The Stayton at Museum Way. A 501(c)3 nonprofit life care retirement community, The Stayton at Museum Way will be constructed on 2.5 acres of land located at Stayton Street and Museum Way in the Fort Worth Cultural District. Financing was completed through the sale of $164,855,000 in revenue bonds. Ziegler Capital Markets served as bond underwriter for the transaction. The announcement was made by Charles B. Brewer, president and CEO of SQLC. (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3196704.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3196704.htm $lastmod The high-speed hand dryer achieved major reduction in climate change impacts, non-renewable energy, impacts on ecosystems, and emissions that damage human health. (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3186104.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3186104.htm $lastmod SoothingWalls.com, a leading online water features retailer of floor and wall fountains for home, office and garden, has introduced a line of logo wall fountains that utilize the senses of sight and sound to create highly impactful office environments. (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3186964.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3186964.htm $lastmod Healthcare consultant Kenneth G. Bast has created a new consulting firm, Hospital Focus 5, to ensure that hospitals leverage their internal clinical, technical and financial staff talents to successfully maneuver through the increasing complexity of hospital operations and need for quality improvement. (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3190294.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3190294.htm $lastmod Independence Station Developer available for interviews at Greenbuild (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3191444.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3191444.htm $lastmod Webinar Series Showcases Best Practices for Team Collaboration on Creative Design Projects and Brand Asset Management. (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/workgroups2010/Webinar/prweb3196464.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/workgroups2010/Webinar/prweb3196464.htm $lastmod Aftercad Software is pleased to announce that our Renderjam.com 3D collaboration service has been optimized for Google SketchUp users, offering an unprecedented level of freedom for projects that use 3D assets. (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3196664.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3196664.htm $lastmod The PORT is a comprehensive, customizable and powerful technology for building management. It features a simple interface and increases efficiency and energy savings in both new and existing systems, regardless of the original manufacturer. Total energy consumption for buildings is reduced with low energy features and streamlined traffic flow. (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3197584.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3197584.htm $lastmod Construction contracts are carefully written to enumerate the specifics of the project for all parties. But, implied warranties and duties are sometimes left out. A new webinar by WPL Publishing will spell out those obligations and what they mean for construction professionals. (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3188674.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3188674.htm $lastmod Oakwood Veneer announced the opening of a brand new blog, available at www.oakwoodveneerblog.com - featuring wood species information, company announcements, technical advice, design tips, and new product information. (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3187764.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3187764.htm $lastmod Abidance Consulting has secured speakers from FERC, the FBI, Department of Homeland Security, Infragard and others. The 2-day workshop will better prepare an organization for complying with the NERC CIP requirements. Those who should attend this workshop are companies such as construction companies, power producers, lawyers, architects, utilities and any other organization that is directly involved in the power and energy industry. (PRWeb Nov 11, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3184384.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3184384.htm $lastmod The revolutionary new SpaVault, by Bullfrog Spas, allows a portable hot tub to be used below or partially below ground level for more backyard landscape design options. (PRWeb Nov 11, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/bullfrog_spas/hot_tub/prweb3171674.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/bullfrog_spas/hot_tub/prweb3171674.htm $lastmod Architectural Digest's (http://www.architecturaldigest.com/) December issue features a new theme: interesting people and their interesting places. The selection of individuals is as diverse as their homes--four fashion designers, a former NBA player, three actors and a pop star! (PRWeb Nov 11, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3186734.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3186734.htm $lastmod Anthony Morena, licensed architect and principal of the REDD Group is making New York a better place to live. That is spreading sustainability one building at a time in New York. (PRWeb Nov 11, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Anthony_Morena/New_York_Architect/prweb3190454.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/Anthony_Morena/New_York_Architect/prweb3190454.htm $lastmod Winners of the 2009 Spark Design and Architecture Awards are showcased at the Autodesk Gallery at One Market in San Francisco, following a full-day jury session and awards celebration. (PRWeb Nov 11, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3182344.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3182344.htm $lastmod Stained concrete (http://www.concretenetwork.com/staining-concrete/) floors transform plain gray concrete into radiant, colorful surfaces. ConcreteNetwork.com examines six techniques used by contractors when trying to achieve different looks and effects when staining concrete. They include faux-finishes, layers, naturally colored looks and more. (PRWeb Nov 11, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/staining/concrete/prweb3182654.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/staining/concrete/prweb3182654.htm $lastmod In today’s economy, when so many individuals are losing their homes, Steps for Life, Inc. is giving Georgia residents a chance to win a home - mortgage free. (PRWeb Nov 11, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/stepsforlifeinc/freehomeraffle/prweb3185044.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/stepsforlifeinc/freehomeraffle/prweb3185044.htm $lastmod K. Hovnanian Homes closed on 51 home sites in a gated community in Chandler, Arizona on November 10th. Sales are expected to start at The Estates at Vintage Villas in mid-2010 with residences up to 3,250 square feet. (PRWeb Nov 11, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/hovnanian/chandler/prweb3191354.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/hovnanian/chandler/prweb3191354.htm $lastmod Richland College of the Dallas County Community College District is now accepting entries for its juried art show, “Water: More of Less,” which opens January 30. The juried exhibition focuses on the role of water and sustainability within the environment. Entries are due by Sat., Dec. 5. (PRWeb Nov 11, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3172724.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3172724.htm $lastmod Finally, a true ergonomic computer mouse, designed by a Dutch medical university and field tested for almost two years has now entered the US market. The proven and patented design of the HandShoeMouse has a special shape which gives your hand a rest instead of repetitive strain. The HandShoeMouse (www.handshoemouse.com) prevents pinching and gripping, a major cause of Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) and Neck, Shoulder, Arms and Hands complaints, due to the shape of a traditional computer mouse. The HandShoeMouse, challenging every mouse on the market, is going to make a difference for an estimated 25% of the total work force in the USA which may be suffering from RSI symptoms. (PRWeb Nov 11, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3178004.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3178004.htm $lastmod Safety Management Group, one of the largest independent safety consulting firms in the United States, was named a semi-finalist in the Indiana Chamber of Commerce's Small Business of the Year competition. (PRWeb Nov 11, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3177944.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3177944.htm $lastmod Ranshaw Fuel Oil is expanding the reach of services they provide through extended plumbing services that will encompass Heating, Fuel Oil, Gas Service and Plumbing Services. Ensuring that they will always be there when needed is the Ranshaw Promise. (PRWeb Nov 11, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3180364.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3180364.htm